I’ve been impressed of late with what an astounding quality kindness is. It used to sound like one of those wimpy virtues that were all about being nice. For anyone who wanted to make their mark in the world, kindness was more or less optional. It didn’t have pride of place like liberty and justice for all. It surely didn’t rank with loving enemies and waging peace …

A single powerful story can affect generations of people that follow. Sometimes such a story creates a movement and a set of convictions. Analyzing the stories that are foundational to our faith can reinforce the values woven into our faith …