In what ways does Elisha speak truth to power? Are there any ways in which Elisha seems co-opted? Comment on the links to Jesus and John the Baptist. Speaking to Episcopalians, Brueggmann writes, “the Episcopal church…meets regularly in its liturgy to deconstruct and dismiss the managers of power and to Read more…
Apologies for the delay on our end. We’re back on schedule! Here are some questions and comments for reflection. As always, feel free to begin your own discussion as well. What do you make of the link between Solomon and peace/shalom? Why does Brueggeman insist that we be “suspicious of Read more…
Thanks for all your comments and discussion last week! This is a great conversation we’re hosting here. This week, we’re covering chapter 1: “Truth Speaks to Power: Moses”. Feel free to comment about and discuss anything you like from this chapter. Here are some possible discussion starters: Discuss Brueggemann’s contrast Read more…
Our reading group is starting this week! Hopefully you’ve read some of Truth Speaks to Power and are ready to participate. Feel free to discuss whatever you want from the introduction (pp. 1-9). Post in the comments section below and let’s get the dialogue started. Here are some possible quotes and Read more…
For the next several weeks, we’ll read through Walter’s new book, Truth Speaks to Power, together. Each Monday, there will be a new post to prompt discussion, which will take place in the comments section of that post. You’re also encouraged to post quotes and thoughts to twitter with the Read more…