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White Paper: The Unavoidability of Politics: Why Practice Matters More Than Presence

Posted on September 28, 2025 by nathanalbright

Executive Summary Politics in its broadest sense is not confined to legislatures, parties, or elections. It is the unavoidable process of collective decision-making, resource distribution, and the negotiation of values within every human community and institution. Attempts to “avoid politics” … Continue reading →

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White Paper: United Church of God Communications Policy and Practice in Light of Recent Events

Posted on September 20, 2025 by nathanalbright

Executive Summary The removal of a recent Council of Elders question-and-answer session from the official archive of United Church of God (UCG) communications has raised pressing concerns among members. While the recording continues to circulate informally, its removal highlights deeper … Continue reading →

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White Paper: The Early Political Speeches of Abraham Lincoln: Foundations of Statesmanship

Posted on September 8, 2025 by nathanalbright

Executive Summary Abraham Lincoln’s early political speeches—delivered before his presidency—reveal the contours of his moral philosophy, political prudence, and rhetorical style. Among these, the Temperance Address (1842) and the Lyceum Address on the Perpetuation of Our Political Institutions (1838) stand … Continue reading →

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White Paper: The Ekklesia in Ancient Greece and Its Implications for the Church as God’s Government

Posted on September 6, 2025 by nathanalbright

Executive Summary This white paper explores the ekklesia—the assembly of citizens in Ancient Greece, especially in Athens—as a political institution of rights, powers, and responsibilities. It then examines how the New Testament’s adoption of this term for the people of … Continue reading →

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Restoring Trust and Accountability: A Path Forward for Church Governance

Posted on February 28, 2025 by nathanalbright

Introduction In the life of any church, periods of institutional challenge can test the bonds of fellowship and the resilience of governance structures. The situation our church currently faces—with tensions between popular leadership and traditional governance processes, concerns over resource … Continue reading →

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Jehoiachin: A Tragic King and the Forefather of Exilarchs

Posted on December 13, 2024 by nathanalbright

Jehoiachin, also known as Jeconiah or Coniah, occupies a significant place in the annals of Judean history, particularly during the turbulent period of the Babylonian Exile. His brief reign, marked by both tragedy and historical significance, has left an enduring … Continue reading →

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If You Can’t Take The Heat

Posted on August 21, 2024 by nathanalbright

One of the more curious phenomena in our present age is the way that so many people want only one side of fame and publicity. It should be noted at the outset that there is no shame or problem in … Continue reading →

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Book Review: Lead Like Christ

Posted on October 9, 2021 by nathanalbright

Lead Like Christ: Reflecting The Qualities And Character Of Christ In Your Ministry, by A.W. Tozer [Note: This book was provided free of charge by Bethany House Publishing. All thoughts and opinions are my own.] This book begins with an … Continue reading →

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The Pattern Of Passover Observance In 2 Chronicles and Ezra

Posted on March 7, 2021 by nathanalbright

[This is the prepared text for a message given to the UCG congregation in The Dalles, Oregon, on Sabbath, March 6, 2021.] The books of 1 and 2 Chronicles have long been neglected by readers of the Bible. It is … Continue reading →

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Solomon, If You Walk In My Ways

Posted on January 10, 2021 by nathanalbright

[Note: This is the prepared text for a split sermon given to the United Church of Congregation in the Dalles on Sabbath, January 9, 2021.] Our first impression of Solomon is generally a positive one. Perhaps most notably among these … Continue reading →

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