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Happy Thanksgiving!
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Dillon Burroughs
If you live in the United States, today is Thanksgiving Day, a holiday celebrated with turkey dinners, American football, and holiday shopping (especially Black Friday). In the midst of the commercialism, it’s easy to forget Thanksgiving Day is a tradition filled with Christian connections. If you’re celebrating with family, here’s a quick little history of…
How to (Really) Change the World
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Dillon Burroughs
When we watch the latest uprising on television or read about the toll of the latest natural disaster on people in another country, we are often inspired to help. We want to make a difference. We want to change the world. But doing it is another matter. We often find ourselves discouraged with the sheer…
You Are Here
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Dillon Burroughs
After Jesus had cast the evil spirits out of a man in the region of Garasenes (see Matthew 5), the guy wanted to serve as one of Christ’s followers. He had been transformed. He was ready to go anywhere and do anything for the one who had changed him. You would think Jesus would have…
Supporting Returning Military Veterans
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Dillon Burroughs
A Huffington Post article noted how faith communities are stepping in to help military veterans returning from Iraq and Afghanistan. It serves as a great reminder of the need to “be there” for those who have been there for us by serving in the military. Regardless of our views on military policy, the individuals who…
Writing to Make a Difference
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Dillon Burroughs
Guest post from Activist Faith co-found Daniel Darling with novelist Kahi Macias on social issues. Great input for writers wanting to make a difference. Kathi Macias is a great friend and a fellow New Hope author. She is a prolific author, having written nearly 30 books and ghost-written numerous others. She has taught and coached…
Just Do Something
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Dillon Burroughs
I recently contacted a young woman who is working to helping women escape the commercial sex industry. When I asked her how she found the women she worked with, I was surprised at her response. “I’m a Christian and don’t have friends in those places. So I found a local paper that includes ads for…
Real People, Real Change
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Dillon Burroughs
My friend Daniel Darling, a pastor and writer in the Chicago area, shared this insightful article on the post-election situation from his part of the country. Good to see what faith leaders are doing on the front lines and how they continue to make a difference in the lives of many in local communities across…
Drinking Coffee to Change the World
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Dillon Burroughs
Activist Faith co-founder, pastor, and author Daniel Darling recently posted a great article on a group called Three Avocados who are changing the world through one of my favorite things–coffee. Read and be inspired as you find your own creative ways to change the world! -Dillon +++ When you think of all the social need…
there’s haiti mud on my shoes
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Dillon Burroughs
From Activist Faith co-founder Dan King’s recent adventure in Haiti: Is it bad that I don’t want to wash the Haiti mud off of my shoes? Most of it is already gone anyway, but the thought of washing the rest of it off just breaks my heart. I should probably be a little embarrassed walking around in…
Beyond Handouts
By
Dillon Burroughs
The Christian Post recently announced an innovative strategy by my friends at Food for the Poor to both help those in need and create jobs for those in need. An excerpt is below. My question to readers: What other ideas are you seeing that go beyond helping the poor but also empowering those in need?…
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