The Harbor Blog
Musings on theology, justice, and pop culture.
New posts every Wednesday (except for weeks of major US holidays).
Spoooooky season
The fear of Hallowe’en is about more than just the ghosts and costumes. It comes from misguided beliefs about the demonic and witchcraft and the potential influence of both.
When siblings kill
Family systems, Girard’s mimetic theory, and the story of Cain and Abel.
An Open Letter to the “Good Men” in the Church
The bar to be characterized as a “good” man, a good pastor, a good citizen, must be higher than simply not participating in violence. Abstinence does not equate to holiness.
Did you know you’re a monarch?
In Genesis 1, people are created in God’s image. What does that mean? One interpretation points to popular beliefs in the Ancient Near Eastern context of the Bible.
Live simply that all may simply live
There is only one reason to compare yourself to someone else, and that is to make sure they have enough.
Fighting weariness with whimsy
Sometimes we lose our childhood sense of play to the burdens of adulthood but we can reclaim whimsy as an essential tool for combating burnout and spiritual weariness. By intentionally seeking out joy and sweetness in everyday life, we can soften the impact of a harsh reality and find the restoration needed to persevere.