Monthly Archives: August 2009

The True Standard Religious Game

Posted on August 29, 2009 by Tim McGee

I kept looking out my window at the buildings instead of watching the cars in front of me. A new town. I had never heard of it until I was asked to come out there for my interview. Driving through … Continue reading →

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The Weakness of Christian Missions

Posted on August 12, 2009 by Tim McGee

“In the world of religions, the Christian religion is in a position of greatest danger and defenselessness and impotence than any other religion. It has its justification either in the name of Jesus Christ, or not at all.” Karl Barth, … Continue reading →

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The Irresponsibility of Christian Missions

Posted on August 10, 2009 by Tim McGee

In his discussion of the Holy Spirit, Barth claims that “the outpouring of the Holy Spirit exalts the Word of God to be the master over men, puts man unavoidably under His mastery” (I.2, 270).  When the Holy Spirit is … Continue reading →

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Natural Theology and Colonial Missions

Posted on August 6, 2009 by Tim McGee

I’m currently reading Savage Systems: Colonialism and Comparative Religion in Southern Africa by David Chidester. It’s part of a larger reading project which could simply be titled: “Oh no, I’m going to be a missionary….”. The critical aspect of the … Continue reading →

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