Alberta's Attack on Truth in Education, and the Church's Response
Alberta's Attack on Truth in Education, and the Church's Response
October 3, 2018 by Jeff Jones
Culture, Worldview, religious freedom, Christianity, Alberta Education, Christian Education, TGC Canada, Jeff Jones
The Gospel Coalition Canada has graciously posted an article I wrote responding to a direct attack on Christian education by Alberta Education, which has deemed the very concept of "truth" itself to be intolerant. What's behind this, and how should Christians respond? Read the entire post here:
Alberta's Attack on Truth in Education, and the Church's Response
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