Church News Law professor Steven T. Collis on peacemaking and the need for religious freedom worldwide
Jul 22, 2025
Steven T. Collis, a Clinical professor of law at the University of Texas and expert in religious law, joins Mary Richards for an insightful discussion. They delve into the importance of religious freedom as a fundamental human right and share Collis' personal journey, including his transition from law practice to advocacy. The conversation highlights the need for local engagement in religious freedom issues and the role of peacemaking through dialogue, underscoring courage and moral integrity in defending diverse beliefs.
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What Religious Freedom Means
- Religious freedom protects against government interference and favoritism in religion.
- It allows individuals to independently choose and live out their religious beliefs peacefully.
Why Religious Freedom Matters
- Religious freedom helps prevent religious warfare by removing government control over religion.
- It safeguards deeply personal life decisions, protecting everyone's right to choose beliefs freely.
Religious Freedom and Society
- Religious freedom violations often cause global conflicts including modern genocides.
- Countries respecting religious freedom tend to uphold other fundamental rights and freedoms as well.
