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Disciples of Christ minister-at-large, ecumenist, author, and historical theologian. I blog at https://www.bobcornwall.com/

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Bob Cornwall @drbobcornwall.bsky.social · 22d

It's launch day for Ron Allen and me. So order now your copy of Second Thoughts about Hell from @wjkbooks.com

WJK Books @wjkbooks.com · 22d

As Christians, what should we believe about hell? Instead of offering a prescriptive, one-size-fits-all answer, Ronald Allen and @drbobcornwall.bsky.social guide the reader through the historical interpretation of #hell. Learn more at wjkbooks.com

#RonaldJAllen #interpretationsofhell

Bob Cornwall @drbobcornwall.bsky.social · 19h

Showing Gratitude to Jesus who Crosses Boundaries - #Lectionary reflection for Pentecost 18C (Luke 17) - Only the Samaritan leper returns to show gratitude, reminding us that Jesus crossed boundaries.
www.bobcornwall.com/2025/10/show... #bgbg2 #ccdoc #theosky @weeklylectionary.bsky.social

Showing Gratitude to Jesus Who Crosses Boundaries—Lectionary Reflection for Pentecost 18C (Luke 17:11-19)

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Word&Way @wordandway.bsky.social · 1d

The latest review from @drbobcornwall.bsky.social covers the new book “The Bible According to Christian Nationalists: Exploiting Scripture for Political Power” by our own @briankaylor.bsky.social.

“[Brian] suggests that knowing the Bible can aid in resistance to Christian Nationalism.”

Review: The Bible According to Christian Nationalists - Word&Way

In this new book, Brian Kaylor exposes the ways Christian Nationalism distorts scripture through seven different problematic approaches to interpreting and applying the biblical text.

Bob Cornwall @drbobcornwall.bsky.social · 1d

Review- The Bible According to Christian Nationalists: Exploiting Scripture for Political Power by @briankaylor.bsky.social (@chalicepress.bsky.social). Addresses distortions of bible in pursuit of political power by #ChristianNationalists.
www.bobcornwall.com/2025/10/the-... #ccdoc #bookssky

The Bible According to Christian Nationalists: Exploiting Scripture for Political Power. (Brian Kaylor) -- A Review

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Bob Cornwall @drbobcornwall.bsky.social · 2d

Seeking the Welfare of the City - #Lectionary reflection for Pentecost 18C (Jeremiah 29). Settle in, make a life, since your welfare is found in the welfare of the city. www.bobcornwall.com/2025/10/seek... #bgbg2 #ccdoc #theosky @rcldaily.bsky.social

Seeking the Welfare of the City—Lectionary Reflection for Pentecost 18C (Jeremiah 29)

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Bob Cornwall @drbobcornwall.bsky.social · 3d

Is it Time for a Lament? My #sermon for Pentecost 17C (Lamentations 1). Preached at 1st Presbyterian Church of Troy, MI. Sometimes we need the freedom to weep, knowing that God's steadfast love never ceases.
www.bobcornwall.com/2025/10/is-i... #bgbg2 #lectionary #theosky

Is It Time for a Lament? - Sermon for Pentecost 17C (Lamentations 1)

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Bob Cornwall @drbobcornwall.bsky.social · 6d

My review is up of We Call Ourselves Disciples, ed. by kamilah Hall Sharp & @joelabrown.bsky.social (@chalicepress.bsky.social). A collection of authors offer 12 brief, helpful essays that introduce the @christianchurchdoc.bsky.social.
www.bobcornwall.com/2025/10/we-c... #ccdoc #booksky

We Call Ourselves Disciples (Edited by Kamilah Hall Sharp & Joel Brown) - A Review

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Word&Way @wordandway.bsky.social · 7d

Our latest review from @drbobcornwall.bsky.social covers the surprising contemporary insights from the Book of Revelation that are explored in @gregcareyphd.bsky.social’s timely “Rereading Revelation: Theology, Ethics, and Resistance” (@eerdmansbooks.bsky.social).

Review: Rereading Revelation - Word&Way

Greg Carey, scholar of the New Testament and apocalyptic literature, invites readers to reconsider the book of Revelation as a text that can speak meaningfully to contemporary resistance movements.

Bob Cornwall @drbobcornwall.bsky.social · 7d

Sufficient Faith? - #Lectionary reflection for Pentecost 17C (Luke 17). A word about mustard seeds, Faith, & discipleship. Apparently, small faith is sufficient.
www.bobcornwall.com/2025/10/suff... #bgbg2 #ccdoc @rcldaily.bsky.social

Sufficient Faith? —Lectionary Reflection for Pentecost 17C (Luke 17:5-10)

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Bob Cornwall @drbobcornwall.bsky.social · 8d

My review - Rereading Revelation: #Theology, #Ethics, & Resistance by @gregcareyphd.bsky.social (@eerdmansbooks.bsky.social ). A thematic look at an enigmatic but important biblical book Mainliners need to pay attention to.
www.bobcornwall.com/2025/09/rere... #BookReview @erbks.bsky.social ks

Rereading Revelation: Theology, Ethics, and Resistance. (Greg Carey) - A Review

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Bob Cornwall @drbobcornwall.bsky.social · 9d

It's a Ghost Town - Updated #Lectionary reflection for Pentecost 17C (Lamentations 1) - Poet weeps for the desolation of Jerusalem after its fall. Where is the hope? www.bobcornwall.com/2025/09/its-... #bgbg2 #ccdoc #theosky

It's a Ghost town - Lectionary Reading for Pentecost 17C (Lamentations 1:1-6) - Updated

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Word&Way @wordandway.bsky.social · 12d

Our fresh news roundup features insights from @adellembanks.bsky.social, @jaylengreenn.bsky.social, @breyeschow.com, @andrewlseidel.bsky.social, @claudetteriley.bsky.social, @realjaredhuffman.bsky.social, @dionkansas.bsky.social, @markwingdallas.bsky.social, @drbobcornwall.bsky.social, and more!

Weekly Roundup: Sept. 26

Here’s the weekly roundup from A Public Witness. In addition to a piece on the Charlie Kirk memorial service and a review of a new book by Brian Kaylor that are free for anyone to read, paid subscribe...

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WJK Books @wjkbooks.com · 13d

“What an informative, readable, and well-conceived book!"

Order now at wjkbooks.com!

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Bob Cornwall @drbobcornwall.bsky.social · 13d

Thanks Jeremy. I hope it is helpful.

Word&Way @wordandway.bsky.social · 13d

We sure do love seeing our favorite book reviewer, @drbobcornwall.bsky.social, published on @msnbc.com!

Opinion | The roots of belief in the Rapture that didn’t happen

There's a reason this 19th century biblical interpretation of Jesus’ second coming — and the end of the world — is especially popular among American evangelicals.

Bob Cornwall @drbobcornwall.bsky.social · 14d

When God Turns Things Upside Down - #Lectionary reflection for Pentecost 16C (Luke 16:19-31). The parable of Lazarus & the rich man - Jesus speaks of judgment & care for the marginalized. Does that make Jesus Woke? www.bobcornwall.com/2025/09/when... #bgbg2 #ccdoc #theosky

When God Turns Things Upside Down—Lectionary Reflection for Pentecost 16C (Luke 16:19-31)

A blog about Christianity, theology, religion and public life.

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Word&Way @wordandway.bsky.social · 15d

Our latest book review from @drbobcornwall.bsky.social covers the invitation to listen to youth voices found in “Hungry for Hope: Letters to the Church from Young Adults” from @eerdmansbooks.bsky.social.

Review: Hungry for Hope - Word&Way

In this timely book, young adults voice their concerns and laments about the church’s past and present, as well as their hopes and dreams for its future.

Bob Cornwall @drbobcornwall.bsky.social · 15d

Hungry for Hope: Letters to the Church from Young Adults, ed. by Jeremy Paul Myers & Kristina Fruge - Published [email protected]. Not a how-to, but messages to the church on central themes of YA concern. www.bobcornwall.com/2025/09/hung... #bookreviews #booksky #ccdoc

Hungry for Hope: Letters to the Church from Young Adults (Jeremy Paul Myers & Kristina Frugé) - Review

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Bob Cornwall @drbobcornwall.bsky.social · 16d

Investing in the Future of the Nation - #Lectionary reflection for Pentecost 16C (Jeremiah 32). While imprisoned in a city facing a Babylonian siege, Jeremiah, at God's direction, buys property in hometown as a sign of hope for the future. www.bobcornwall.com/2025/09/inve... #bgbg2 #ccdoc #theosky

Investing in the Future of the Nation—Lectionary Reflection for Pentecost 16C (Jeremiah 32)

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Bob Cornwall @drbobcornwall.bsky.social · 17d

A Shrewd but Faithful Steward? #Sermon for Pentecost 15C (Luke 16) - Preached at Tyrone Community Presbyterian Church. An odd parable about a dishonest manager, followed by a warning about serving God or Mammon. www.bobcornwall.com/2025/09/a-sh... #bgbg2 #lectionary

A Shrewd But Faithful Steward? - Sermon for Pentecost 15C (Luke 16:1-13)

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Bob Cornwall @drbobcornwall.bsky.social · 19d

Looking Forward to the #Resurrection & the Life to Come - in observance of the 1700th anniversary of #Nicaea - my final Nicene Creed for Noncreedal Christians - Post 17. www.bobcornwall.com/2025/09/look... #eschatology #ccdoc #theosky @wjkbooks.com

Looking forward to the Resurrection and Life to Come—The Nicene Creed for Noncreedal Christians Post 17

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gracejisunkim.bsky.social @gracejisunkim.bsky.social · 20d

Thank you, WJK Press, for sponsoring Madang Podcast with Brandan Robertson as he shares his WJK book, "Filled to be Emptied."

www.christiancentury.org/episode-52-b...

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Glad to endorse this new @wjkbooks.com by Ronald Allen and @drbobcornwall.bsky.social

WJK Books @wjkbooks.com · 22d

As Christians, what should we believe about hell? Instead of offering a prescriptive, one-size-fits-all answer, Ronald Allen and @drbobcornwall.bsky.social guide the reader through the historical interpretation of #hell. Learn more at wjkbooks.com

#RonaldJAllen #interpretationsofhell

Bob Cornwall @drbobcornwall.bsky.social · 21d

Is Shrewdness a Virtue? #Lectionary reflection for Pentecost 15C (Luke 16). An odd parable speaks of stewardship, faithfulness, & the danger of wealth. So, be shrewd but not disengenuous.
www.bobcornwall.com/2025/09/is-s... #bgbg2 #ccdoc #theosky

Is Shrewdness a Virtue? —Lectionary Reflection for Pentecost 15C (Luke 16:1-13)

A blog about Christianity, theology, religion and public life.

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Word&Way @wordandway.bsky.social · 22d

Our latest review from @drbobcornwall.bsky.social covers what Eastern Orthodoxy can offer Protestants as explored in “Seeing the Gospel: An Interpretive Guide to Orthodox Icons” by Eve Tibbs.

Review: Seeing the Gospel - Word&Way

This new book makes the case that learning to read Orthodox icons can offer Protestants an opportunity to engage with Scripture through the fresh lens of a visual biblical language.

Bob Cornwall @drbobcornwall.bsky.social · 22d

A word of support for our book on Hell from Amos Yong. #Booksky

Bob Cornwall @drbobcornwall.bsky.social · 22d

Review - Seeing the Gospel: An Interpretive Guide to Orthodox Icons by Eve Tibbs ( Baker Academic) - Icons are more than pictures, they reveal elements of the Gospel that words can't. www.bobcornwall.com/2025/09/seei... #Booksky #Orthodoxy #theosky

Seeing the Gospel: An Interpretive Guide to Orhodox Icons (Eve Tibbs) - A Review

A blog about Christianity, theology, religion and public life.

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Bob Cornwall @drbobcornwall.bsky.social · 22d

It's launch day for Ron Allen and me. So order now your copy of Second Thoughts about Hell from @wjkbooks.com

WJK Books @wjkbooks.com · 22d

As Christians, what should we believe about hell? Instead of offering a prescriptive, one-size-fits-all answer, Ronald Allen and @drbobcornwall.bsky.social guide the reader through the historical interpretation of #hell. Learn more at wjkbooks.com

#RonaldJAllen #interpretationsofhell