Was David optimistic when he slain Goliath? The story says everyone was afraid. What role does optimism play in stories of triumph and in our lives. In uncertain times our theologian James Luther Adams calls for ‘Ultimate Optimism.’ Let’s look at that more closely.

This sermon is part of our Foundations series – inspired by James Luther Adams’ essay “Guiding Principles of a Free Faith,” in which he writes about the five smooth stones of liberal religion. We use these ideas throughout our Faith Forward offerings and religious education.

Rev. Dr. Daniel Kanter, music provided by Grant Wareham and Alan Dyer.

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