The work of love is always before us

Texas tees up likely legal battle with biblical public school lessons
The Hill: The Texas State Board of Education voted 8-7 on Friday to allow lessons about stories in the Bible in K-5 classes, encouraging those who want more Christianity in public schools.

This fiery evangelical pastor offers a blueprint for Democrats’ revival in Trump’s second term
CNN: The Rev. William J. Barber II has written a blueprint for expanding the Democratic base through what he calls “fusion politics,” a multiracial and multiclass coalition that transcends the conservative-vs.-progressive binary.

At Bible study for the homeless, a search for meaning*
New York Times: Religion is often overlooked as a factor in the lives of the needy, but those who gather at a center in Virginia say it helps sustain them.

Bishop T.D. Jakes is stable after suffering ‘health incident’ during Sunday sermon, church says
CNN: Bishop T.D. Jakes had a “slight health incident” while delivering a sermon on Sunday, according to The Potter’s House, the Dallas-based megachurch where he serves as pastor. Jakes was stable as of Sunday night.

The work of love is always before us*
Christianity Today: Whatever happens with Trump, the task before Christians making these statements remains the same: Take your concern on behalf of vulnerable people and turn it toward genuine solidarity and care.