November 2, 2019 – DEVOTION: A Blog by Brethren Life and Thought

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Gimme that Old Time Religion – A Sermon by John Jeremiah Edminster

Published on : November 2, 2019 Published by : Chibuzo Nimmo Petty

What do I mean by “that old-time religion?” I mean dethroning self so that God can be God. The self is not competent to rule creation or any part of it. God is. In the Gospel of John, Jesus says He came not to do His own will, “but the […]

Image Credit: Alyssa Parker

This image of Dirk Willems has become a famous representation of the Historic Peace Churches. Wilems was a martyred Anabaptist from Netherlands who escaped from prison, rescued his pursuer who had fallen through thin ice only to be recaptured, tortured, and killed for his faith.

Part of an art installation at the Community Room on King, the multipurpose space Veritas uses as its worship space and shares with local artists and community members throughout the week.

Image Credit: Anabaptist Communicators

Image Credit: Oakton Church of the Brethren