Articles by Robert Seiple

Fundraising: A Christian Perspective on Enabling Radical Hospitality

Vol. 8, No. 4 (Winter 2010)

Robert Seiple Monday, 29 November 2010

When it is done properly, fundraising for Christian humanitarian organizations is not transactional. It is relational, and the depth of the relationship determines the on-going quality of the ministry.

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A New Language of Human Rights: The Four Rs

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Robert Seiple Monday, 13 July 2009

The language of human rights needs to be elevated, and the four "Rs" presented here point the way forward. Advocates should pursue respect, reverence, redemption, and reconciliation.

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Religion and Security: The New Nexus in International Relations

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Robert Seiple, Dennis Hoover, editors Monday, 23 March 2009

In global security today, religion is not only part of the problem but also part of the solution. This book explores the positive nexus between religion and security, paying particular attention to the resources within the Abrahamic faith traditions of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam that foster sustainable peace. (Rowman & Littlefield, 2004.)

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Ambassadors of Hope: How Christians Can Respond to the World's Toughest Problems

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Robert Seiple Monday, 23 March 2009

As people of faith become more interested in global concerns, how can they actually learn to do something about these enormous problems? Faith-based organizations have much to contribute to a path forward for Christians wishing to engage the world. (InterVarsity Press, 2004.)

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From Bible Bombardment to Incarnational Evangelism: A Reflection on Christian Witness and Persecution

Vol. 7, No. 1 (Spring 2009)

Robert Seiple Sunday, 1 March 2009

In light of ongoing persecution and an unprecedented opportunity to spread the good news, Christians should consider anew their message, motivation, and methodology.

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Methodology, Metrics, and Moral Imperatives in Religious Freedom Diplomacy

Vol. 6, No. 2 (Summer 2008)

Robert Seiple Sunday, 1 June 2008

The methodology of promotion rather than punishment improved religious freedom in Laos. Public-private collaborations that prioritize promotion will lead to success in other countries as well.

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Not Goode Enough

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Robert Seiple Friday, 9 February 2007

Amb. Robert Seiple criticizes negative responses to the first-ever Muslim member of Congress, Keith Ellison.

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Bacci Blessings?: Faith and Culture in Creative Tension

Vol. 3, No. 3 (Winter 2005)

Robert Seiple Thursday, 1 December 2005

The experience of Laotian Christians has much to tell us about the tension between religion and culture.

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The Trivialization of Truth

Vol. 3, No. 2 (Fall 2005)

Robert Seiple Thursday, 1 September 2005

Exaggeration or distortion of the facts has consequences that endanger real victims of human rights abuses and serve to discredit otherwise effective advocacy organizations. [FREE]

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By the Numbers

Vol. 3, No. 1 (Spring 2005)

Robert Seiple Tuesday, 1 March 2005

Christians must put aside their cultural tendencies to count God's success by the number of souls saved in relation to dollars spent. [FREE]

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