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THEOLOGY
Back to the Garden
Our task is neither to shield nature from humanity nor to tame all wilderness.
A Christianity Today editorial
posted 01/08/2004
THEOLOGY
The Heresy Itch
Unlike gnosis, the gospel is not for the few, the proud, the knowledgeable.
By Sarah Hinlicky Wilson
posted 01/07/2004
CHURCH LIFE
Activist Presbyterian May Lose Credentials
Church officials concerned about "character and conduct" of critical statement
By Kevin Eckstrom, RNS, with Presbyterian News Service
posted 01/07/2004
THEOLOGY
Joseph's Sword
His faithfulness speaks louder than the few words devoted to him.
By Kathy Berklund–Pagé
posted 01/06/2004
SCIENCE
The Techno Sapiens Are Coming
When God fashioned man and woman, he called his creation very good. Transhumanists say that, by manipulating our bodies with microscopic tools, we can do better. Are we ready for the great debate?
By C. Christopher Hook
posted 12/19/2003
SCIENCE
Define 'Better'
One person's improvement is another person's degeneration.
An interview with bioethicist C. Ben Mitchell
posted 12/19/2003
THEOLOGY
Good Question: Reflected Glory
What does Genesis mean by man being made in the image of God?
by J. I. Packer
posted 12/11/2003
CHURCH LIFE
Canadian Anglicans Face Off
Bishops hold charges against dissenting clergy, but division and suspicion abound.
By Peter T. Chattaway in Vancouver
posted 12/09/2003
THEOLOGY
The Blessed Evangelical Mary
Why we shouldn't ignore her any longer.
By Timothy George
posted 12/05/2003
THEOLOGY
Inside CT: Birth Stories
Even God incarnate in Jesus Christ, born of Mary, has a birth story of sorts.
By Timothy C. Morgan
posted 12/05/2003
CHURCH LIFE
Quotation Marks
Recent quotes on repentance, modern life, and the Anglican Communion.
Compiled by Ted Olsen
posted 12/03/2003
CHURCH LIFE
Parrying Masons
Tired of reading about gay Anglican clergy? Get ready for the next controversy: Anglican Freemasons.
Compiled by Ted Olsen
posted 12/02/2003
CHURCH LIFE
An Anglican Rorschach Test
Conservatives and liberals fide hope in statement.
By Douglas LeBlanc in Dallas
posted 12/02/2003
CHURCH LIFE
Renewed Attacks on Christians
Christians continue to suffer in Sri Lanka.
By ENI and Compass Direct
posted 11/19/2003
CHURCH LIFE
Churches Respond After the California Fires
The disaster provides ministry opportunities that would have been otherwise impossible.
By Rob Moll
posted 11/18/2003
CHURCH LIFE
Churches Can Receive Federal Help Following Disaster
Contrary to news reports, FEMA says churches are eligible for disaster relief loans.
By Rob Moll
posted 11/18/2003
CHURCH LIFE
Healing Salve
United by Faith looks for answers to the problem of race.
Reviewed by Cindy Crosby
posted 11/10/2003
CHURCH LIFE
The Gay Bishop's Global Fallout
How each of the 39 provinces in the Anglican Communion have responded to Sunday's consecration.
Compiled by Rob Moll
posted 11/07/2003
PRAYER/SPIRITUALITY/THEOLOGY
Christ's Kingdom and Paradise
What is the difference between the heavenly 'paradise' that Christ promised the thief on the cross and the kingdom of God?
By Christopher A. Hall
posted 11/05/2003
PRAYER/SPIRITUALITY
Take Back Your Sabbath
Getting and spending, we lay waste our powers.
A Christianity Today editorial
posted 11/04/2003
PRAYER/SPIRITUALITY
CT Classic: Fallow Time
The Sabbath can protect us from the temptations of wealth
By David Neff
posted 11/04/2003
CHURCH LIFE
Gay Bishop Consecrated Despite Objections
Presiding Bishop Frank Griswold, head of the Episcopal Church USA, led the service.
By Douglas LeBlanc
posted 11/03/2003
HISTORY
Don't Read the Bible 'Alone'
Christopher Hall talks about how evangelicals should approach the church fathers.
Interview by David Neff
posted 10/30/2003
THEOLOGY
ETS Leadership Issues Recommendations on Kicking Out Open Theists
Evangelical Theological Society's Executive Committee unanimously recommends Clark Pinnock stay; majority says John Sanders should go.
By Ted Olsen
posted 10/30/2003
THEOLOGY
The Tradition Temptation
Why we should still give Scripture pride of place.
By Roger E. Olson
posted 10/29/2003
CHURCH LIFE
Corporate Worship
Church signs—and billboards—attract passersby
Compiled by Ted Olsen
posted 10/29/2003
HISTORY
Ancient Christian Commentary on Current Events: What Is War Good For?
What early church leaders thought of Christians and the military.
By Joel Elowsky
posted 10/28/2003
CHURCH LIFE
Hallowed Haunts
Church organs, Hell House, and The Blair Witch Project in the news
Compiled by Ted Olsen
posted 10/28/2003
SCIENCE & HEALTH
The Leprosy Doctor
Paul Brand showed how to serve others sacrificially and emerge with joy.
By Philip Yancey
posted 10/23/2003
CHURCH LIFE
Translating the Anglican Primates
Interpretations vary widely on what last week's statement means, how forceful it was, and what's next.
By Ted Olsen
posted 10/21/2003
CHURCH LIFE
Dispatch: Conservatives Just Got Clobbered
Last week's American Anglican Council meeting in Texas announced victory prematurely.
By Douglas LeBlanc
posted 10/17/2003
CHURCH LIFE
One-and-One-Half Cheers for the Anglican Primates' Statement
An interview with theologian—and longtime Anglican—J.I. Packer
By Mark Galli
posted 10/17/2003
CHURCH LIFE
Anglican Leaders Criticize Episcopal Church, Canada's New Westminster Diocese on Homosexual Actions
Future of the Anglican unity "in jeopardy," they say, but don't break communion—yet.
By Ted Olsen
posted 10/16/2003
THEOLOGY
Are the Cubs Really Cursed?
J.I. Packer discusses curses, the Cubs, and the billy goat.
Interviewed by Rob Moll
posted 10/16/2003
CHURCH LIFE
Anglicanism's Communion of Saints
Under the somber portraits of their predecessors, Anglican archbishops will discuss the fractious issues of the church and homosexuality.
By Andrew Carey in London
posted 10/15/2003
CHURCH LIFE
Baptists Face Serious Financial Shortfall
Giving decreases surprise observers.
By RNS, with Baptist Press and CT staff reports
posted 10/14/2003
CHURCH LIFE
Florida Bishop Defies Episcopal Church Head
The consecration of a new bishop becomes the latest battleground between Frank Griswold and the American Anglican Council.
By Douglas LeBlanc
posted 10/10/2003
CHURCH LIFE
Reimagining Anglican Bonds of Affection
Orthodox American leaders begin describing what realignment of the Anglican Communion might look like.
By Douglas LeBlanc in Dallas
posted 10/09/2003
CHURCH LIFE
Conservative Episcopalians Challenge Church Politics as Usual
"A Place to Stand" conference combines unofficial convention, pep rally, and communiqué to Anglican leaders.
By Douglas LeBlanc in Dallas
posted 10/08/2003
THEOLOGY
Authentic Fellowship
How do we learn the deep 'one another' community of Scripture without being in close proximity?
By Howard A. Snyder
posted 10/07/2003
PRAYER/SPIRITUALITY
Discerning God's Will
Quotations to stir the heart and mind from Van Gogh, Dante, Thomas Merton, and others
Compiled by Richard A. Kauffman
posted 10/06/2003
CHURCH LIFE
Resolved: Conventions Are Hell
Ten truths that can help reformers survive (and thrive) at annual denominational meetings
By Douglas LeBlanc
posted 10/06/2003
CHURCH LIFE
Casting for Whitefish
Black congregation offers whites five dollars to attend.
By Ted Olsen
posted 10/03/2003
HISTORY
A Reformer's Agony
A high-caliber film shows how messy it was when Luther helped change the course of history.
Luther, reviewed by Chris Armstrong
posted 09/26/2003
ARCHAEOLOGY WEEK
HISTORY
Why We Dig the Holy Land
If biblical archaeology is not reinvigorated, Scripture-illuminating evidence will remain buried in the Middle East.
A Christianity Today Editorial by David Neff
posted 09/26/2003
ARCHAEOLOGY WEEK
HISTORY
Listening to the Fifth Gospel
The sun-baked ruins of the Holy Land have a story to tell.
By David Neff
posted 09/25/2003
ARCHAEOLOGY WEEK
HISTORY
What Do the Stones Cry Out?
Beware of claims that archaeology disproves—or proves—the Bible is true.
By Christian M. M. Brady
posted 09/24/2003
ARCHAEOLOGY WEEK
HISTORY
Top Ten New Testament Archaeological Finds of the Past 150 Years
How do shrouds, boats, inscriptions, and other artifacts better help us understand the Christ of the Ages?
By Ben Witherington III
posted 09/23/2003
ARCHAEOLOGY WEEK
HISTORY
Bones of Contention
Why I still think the James bone box is likely to be authentic.
By Ben Witherington
posted 09/22/2003
ARCHAEOLOGY WEEK
HISTORY
Biblical Archaeology's Dusty Little Secret
The James bone box controversy reveals the politics beneath the science.
By Gordon Govier
posted 09/19/2003
BIBLE
Ten Things You Should Know About the New Girls' Biblezine
Revolve is getting major media attention for the way it packages the Bible. What is the message this medium brings with it
By Agnieszka Tennant
posted 09/16/2003
CHURCH LIFE
Worship at the O.K. Corral
Cowboy churches shape their ministries for the western at heart.
By Linda Owen
posted 09/12/2003
THEOLOGY
A Distorted Predestination
Two pastors make a case for universalism, and end up trivializing human freedom.
If Grace Is True, reviewed by John Wilson
posted 09/09/2003
HISTORY
History Is Not Bunk
We've got to break free of our historical amnesia
A Christianity Today Editorial
posted 09/02/2003
HISTORY
Inside CT: You Are What You Were
Past events are still shaping our behavior today.
By Mark Galli
posted 09/02/2003
CHURCH LIFE
Churches Must Recognize Threat of Youth Sexually Abusing Youth
Legal experts say rape, like in a recent ELCA case, is rare in youth ministry. But sex abuse by children against other children is a very real risk in churches.
By Todd Hertz
posted 08/20/2003
CHURCH LIFE
Row Seethes in Bethlehem Over Keys to the Birthplace of Jesus
Greek Orthodox monks changed locks, refuse to share keys with Catholics and Armenians.
By Ross Dunn in Jerusalem
posted 08/14/2003
THEOLOGY
Experiencing God's Presents
The church is not a bus where one person does the driving. It's like an anthill, where everyone works.
By J.I. Packer
posted 08/12/2003
HISTORY
Finding God in Small Groups
Tom Albin's doctoral research reveals why the Wesley's system worked so well.
Interview by Tim Stafford
posted 08/08/2003
CHURCH LIFE
Dispatch: To My Episcopal Family
Final thoughts from the Episcopal Church's General Convention.
By Douglas LeBlanc
posted 08/08/2003
CHURCH LIFE
Dispatch: Bishops Sanction Local Same-Sex Blessings
Having confirmed gay bishop, Episcopal leaders turn to discussing same-sex unions.
By Douglas LeBlanc, at the Episcopal Church's General Convention
posted 08/07/2003
CHURCH LIFE
Speaking Out: Are Episcopalians Still a Church?
A Lutheran theologian and journalist examines the Robinson confirmation.
By Uwe Siemon-Netto, UPI
posted 08/07/2003
CHURCH LIFE
Dispatch: Darkness in the Afternoon
Openly homosexual Episcopal priest cleared of misconduct, confirmed as bishop
By Douglas LeBlanc, at the Episcopal Church's General Convention
posted 08/06/2003
CHURCH LIFE
Quotation Marks
Recent comments about Roe v. Wade, church and state, and Christian beer.
Compiled by Ted Olsen
posted 08/06/2003
CHURCH LIFE
Harassment, Porn Charges Derail Approval of Gay Bishop
Vote delayed while Episcopal Church committee investigates.
By Kevin Eckstrom, Religion News Service
posted 08/05/2003
CHURCH LIFE
Dispatch: The Bitter Harvest of Sexual Ideology
No one wanted the Gene Robinson bishopric debate to take this sad turn.
By Douglas LeBlanc, at the Episcopal Church's General Convention
posted 08/05/2003
CHURCH LIFE
Go Figure
A survey indicates that teenagers attend religious services more than adults.
Compiled by Ted Olsen
posted 08/05/2003
CHURCH LIFE
Dispatch: Integrity Doles Out God's Not-So Inclusive Love
The Integrity Eucharist has become a triennial sort of mass pity party.
By Douglas LeBlanc, at the Episcopal Church's General Convention
posted 08/01/2003
CHURCH LIFE
Dispatch: Gay Rites Would Not Bless Ecumenism
Could also impair Anglican work overseas.
By Douglas LeBlanc, at the Episcopal Church's General Convention
posted 08/01/2003
CHURCH LIFE
Dispatch: Gene and Me
How I feel about the openly gay man elected bishop of Rochester.
By Douglas LeBlanc, at the Episcopal Church's General Convention
posted 07/31/2003
THEOLOGY
Tangling with Wolves
Why we still need heresy trials.
By Chris Armstrong
posted 07/28/2003
CHURCH LIFE
Turning the Mainline Around
New sociological studies show that evangelicals may well succeed at renewing wayward Protestantism.
By Michael S. Hamilton and Jennifer McKinney
posted 07/25/2003
PRAYER/SPIRITUALITY
Go Figure
Two astronomers determine the time when Jesus died and rose.
Compiled by Ted Olsen
posted 07/16/2003
PRAYER/SPIRITUALITY
Quotation Marks
Recent comments on praying in school, rebuilding Iraq, and playing paintball.
Compiled by Ted Olsen
posted 07/15/2003
CHURCH LIFE
Federal Judge Rules Parts of Church Land-Use Law Unconstitutional
Groups plan to help Elsinore Christian Center appeal zoning case.
By Adelle M. Banks, Religion News Service
posted 07/11/2003
SCIENCE & HEALTH
Noted Surgeon and Author Paul Brand Dies at Age 89
Connected his pioneering work with leprosy and his missionary faith.
By CT staff
posted 07/10/2003
Special Section:
The Best of Paul Brand
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SCIENCE & HEALTH
God's Astounding Laws of Nature
"I like to think of God as developing his skills," said Dr. Paul Brand.
Interviewed by Philip Yancey
posted 07/10/2003, originally printed 12/01/1978
SCIENCE & HEALTH
A Surgeon's View of Divine Healing
Do doctors waste their time by doing slowly and painstakingly what could have been done in the twinkling of an eye?
By Paul Brand and Philip Yancey
posted 07/10/2003, originally printed 11/25/1983
SCIENCE & HEALTH
Blood, Part 1: The Miracle of Cleansing
We moderns are repelled by the thought of blood cleansing, but biologically and spiritually the precious liquid does exactly that.
By Paul Brand and Philip Yancey
posted 07/10/2003, originally printed 02/18/1983
SCIENCE & HEALTH
Blood, Part 2: The Miracle of Life
A well-known surgeon talks about that miraculous red river within us as an emblem of life.
By Paul Brand and Philip Yancey
posted 07/10/2003, originally printed 03/04/1983
SCIENCE & HEALTH
Blood, Part 3: Life in the Blood
If Jesus had been born in the twentieth century, would he have chosen the image of transfusion for his forgiveness, love, and healing? (March 18, 1983)
By Paul Brand and Philip Yancey
posted 07/10/2003, originally printed 03/18/1983
SCIENCE & HEALTH
The Scars of Easter
He knows the wounds of humanity. His hands prove it.
By Paul Brand and Philip Yancey
posted 07/10/2003, originally printed 04/05/1985
SCIENCE & HEALTH
A Handful of Mud
Soil is life. Can we preserve it for future generations?
By Paul Brand
posted 07/10/2003, originally printed 04/16/1985
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SCIENCE & HEALTH
What Larry Burkett Knew About Healing and Death
The financial guru died last week-but not of the kidney cancer he fought for seven years.
By Larry Burkett
posted 07/09/2003
THEOLOGY
Faith-Based Bathing
What role does baptism play in faith and salvation?
By Timothy George
posted 07/02/2003
THEOLOGY
Beyond Virtue and Vice
Some morals are absolute, but they are not ultimate.
A Christianity Today Editorial
posted 06/25/2003
PRAYER/SPIRITUALITY
Suburban Spirituality
The land of SUVs and soccer leagues tends to weather the soul in peculiar ways, but it doesn't have to.
By David Goetz
posted 06/23/2003
PRAYER/SPIRITUALITY
Religion in the 'Burbs
An interview with R. Stephen Warner, sociologist of religion at University of Illinois at Chicago.
By Agnieszka Tennant
posted 06/23/2003
PRAYER/SPIRITUALITY
Inside CT: Away from the Crowd
You learn a lot about someone through fly fishing
By Mark Galli
posted 06/23/2003
HISTORY
Ossuary Questions Remain
Israel Antiquities Authority says "brother of Jesus" inscription is a forgery, but supporters say its report may be flawed.
By Gordon Govier
posted 06/20/2003
CHURCH LIFE
Doctrinal Aftershocks
Worldwide Church of God seeks a new start in face of fresh opposition.
By Marshall Allen in Pasadena, California
posted 06/17/2003
CHURCH LIFE
Church Sells Armstrong's Works
Nineteen books by founder sold to Worldwide Church of God splinter group.
By Marshall Allen
posted 06/17/2003
CHURCH LIFE
Mystery Illnesses
Under 1996 law, medical workers are prohibited from contacting churches about hospitalized members.
By Ted Olsen
posted 06/11/2003
THEOLOGY
Harleys in Heaven
What Christians have thought of the afterlife, and what difference it makes now.
By John G. Stackhouse
posted 06/06/2003
Special Section:
The Best of Christianity Today: What Will Heaven Be Like?
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What Will Heaven Be Like?
Thirty-five frequently asked questions about eternity.
By Peter Kreeft (from Tough Questions Christians Ask, 1989)
posted 06/06/2003
The Eternal Weight of Glory
If only we could have the positives of earthly life without the negatives.
By Harry Blamires (May 27, 1991)
posted 06/06/2003
Afraid of Heaven
We do not yearn to be near God because we do not find sin utterly repugnant or goodness rapturously attractive.
By Kenneth Kantzer (May 27, 1991)
posted 06/06/2003
Heaven: Not Just an Eternal Day Off
As if anticipating the question, "Will life on the new earth be boring?" the Bible points to much activity there.
By Anthony Hoekema (Sept. 20, 1985)
posted 06/06/2003
Heaven Can't Wait
I have seen the electrifying results of what can happen when the reality comes alive.
By Philip Yancey (Sept. 7, 1984)
posted 06/06/2003
Illusion or Reality?
Heaven is a place. There is a city we are going to see and walk in.
posted 06/06/2003
By Edith Schaeffer (Mar. 12, 1976)
The Hope of Heaven
Have Christians forfeited their rightful anticipation of eternity?
By L. Nelson Bell (May 24, 1968)
posted 06/06/2003
The Glories of Heaven
While heaven will be glorious, the greater glory will consist in our transformation.
By Stanley C. Baldwin (May 22, 1964)
posted 06/06/2003
The Believer's Final Bliss
The regeneration of man requires that old things must pass away and all things become new.
By John Murray (July 7, 1958)
posted 06/06/2003
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CHURCH LIFE
'Boston Movement' Apologizes
Open letter prompts leaders of controversial church to promise reform.
By John W. Kennedy
posted 06/04/2003
CHURCH LIFE
Lutherans, Presbyterians Cut Budgets
Staff positions and ministries trimmed in the face of a struggling economy.
By RNS, wire reports
posted 05/22/2003
CHURCH LIFE
Benke Case Closed, but Tensions Remain
LCMS appeals panel rejects arguments of critics in 9/11 prayer debate.
By Todd Hertz
posted 05/21/2003
CHURCH LIFE
No Religion-Based Zoning
Illinois Vineyard church wins right to worship in its own building.
By Bob Smietana in Chicago
posted 05/13/2003
CHURCH LIFE
SARS Comes to Church
The deadly illness has changed Asia's church life, but the uncertainty is bringing people to Christ.
By Anil Stephen in Hong Kong
posted 05/12/2003
CHURCH LIFE
Missing the Rupture
How two groups address the real issues behind church splits.
By Christine Scheller
posted 05/09/2003
CHURCH LIFE | BIBLE
The God of War
God seems to sanction raw violence in the Old Testament. Does his character change in the New Testament?
Answered by Tremper Longman III
posted 05/06/2003
CHURCH LIFE
Quotation Marks
Selections from Christian leaders during the Iraq War.
posted 05/06/2003
CHURCH LIFE
Go Figure
By mid-March 41 percent of churchgoers said their pastor had not mentioned the war.
Compiled by Ted Olsen
posted 05/05/2003
PRAYER/SPIRITUALITY
A Shrink Gets Stretched
Why psychologist Larry Crabb believes spiritual direction should replace therapy.
By Agnieszka Tennant
posted 05/02/2003
SCIENCE & HEALTH
A Strategy for Progress
Unless prevention of HIV/AIDS becomes a clear priority, things will get worse.
A Christianity Today Editorial
posted 05/02/2003
CHURCH LIFE
Baptist Alliance Stung by SBC Cuts
Southern Baptist Convention trims funds to Baptist World Alliance.
From wire reports
posted 05/02/2003
CHURCH LIFE
Law and Disorder
Why your church might end up before a judge and jury, and what you can do to prevent it.
An interview with Richard Hammar
posted 05/01/2003
THEOLOGY
Called to Account
Tulsa Pentecostal pastor defends his universalism before bishops.
By Adelle M. Banks, Religion News Service, in Washington
posted 04/30/2003
CHURCH LIFE
Denomination Thwarts Bankruptcy
Anglicans cut a deal regarding residential schools abuse suits.
By Debra Fieguth in Toronto
posted 04/29/2003
PRAYER/SPIRITUALITY
Prayer Warriors
E-mail newsletters are helping hundreds of thousands to pray about the war.
By John W. Kennedy
posted 04/28/2003
PRAYER/SPIRITUALITY
Journalists Who Pray
Christianity Today editors share prayer practices that energize them.
By Mark Galli
posted 04/28/2003
CHURCH LIFE
Go Figure
What percentage of Americans say they are spiritual but not religious?
Compiled by Ted Olsen
posted 04/24/2003
PRAYER/SPIRITUALITY
Prayers for Salvation
God may have lessons for us in the way he answers our askings.
By J.I. Packer
posted 04/23/2003
PRAYER/SPIRITUALITY
Quotation Marks
Recent comments about Augustine's Confessions and canonizing Ivan the Terrible.
Compiled by Ted Olsen
posted 04/23/2003
THEOLOGY
A Middle Way in the Middle East
A third theological path through the Israeli-Palestinian thicket.
By Mark Harlan
posted 04/11/2003
PRAYER/SPIRITUALITY
Are Prayers in a Time of War Really About Comfort?
In part. But their main purpose is about much, much more than that.
By Mark Galli
posted 03/28/2003
PRAYER/SPIRITUALITY
Spittle and Self-Righteousness
Beware of responding too indignantly to those on the other side of the war debate.
By Uwe Siemon-Netto, UPI
posted 03/28/2003
THEOLOGY
The Iraq War Has Little Effect on the Rapture Index
The founder of an online end times "speedometer" says that other current events are more connected to biblical prophecy.
An interview with Todd Strandberg
posted 03/27/2003
THEOLOGY
'The End Is Not Yet'
The president of Dallas Theological Seminary says there will be an increase in wars and rumors of wars before the end times, but date setting should not be a priority for evangelicals.
An interview with Mark Bailey
posted 03/27/2003
CHURCH LIFE
The Church's Walking Wounded
How should we respond in a psychological age?
By Tim Stafford
posted 03/26/2003
CHURCH LIFE
War Isn't Being Waged From the Pulpit
Most clergy avoid blanket statements on war.
By Marshall Shelley
posted 03/24/2003
CHURCH LIFE
Quotation Marks
Recent comments about Christians as jurists, coworkers as families, and Jesus as a terrorist.
Compiled by Ted Olsen
posted 03/20/2003
CHURCH LIFE
Pastor Wanted for Wedding. No Religion Required.
In Japan, couples want a Christian-style wedding—without the religious meaning.
By Ted Olsen
posted 03/17/2003
SCIENCE & HEALTH
The Struggle to Love
If the Holy Spirit is in us, why can't we love one another?
By David P. Gushee
posted 03/10/2003
SCIENCE & HEALTH
ABC vs. HIV
Christians back abstinence-fidelity plan against deadly virus.
By Mark Stricherz
posted 03/10/2003
CHURCH LIFE
Inside CT: Chinese Puzzle
Things are changing for China's church.
By David Neff
posted 03/07/2003
CHURCH LIFE
Hispanic Churches Primed to Be More Socially Active
Among study's findings: 74 percent of Latinos want their churches to aid undocumented immigrants, even when it would be illegal.
By Jeff M. Sellers
posted 02/28/2003
THEOLOGY
'Boston Movement' Founder Quits
Facing growth problems, controversial group changes leadership structure.
By Timothy R. Callahan
posted 02/26/2003
SCIENCE & HEALTH
Bono's American Prayer
The world's biggest rock star tours the heartland talking more openly about his faith as he recruits Christians in the fight against AIDS in Africa.
By Cathleen Falsani
posted 02/21/2003
THEOLOGY
Mormon Scholar Under Fire
Anthropologist says Latter-day Saints' teaching wrong about Native Americans.
By John W. Kennedy
posted 02/19/2003
BIBLE
Bible Is Getting Even Friendlier to Programmers
The English Standard Version will become the first Bible to allow web programmers to innovate new applications with its text.
By Todd Hertz
posted 02/13/2003
CHURCH LIFE
'The Peoples Are Here'
Record immigration pushes American Christians out of their comfort zones.
By Tony Carnes
posted 02/12/2003
PRAYER/SPIRITUALITY
Wrath Control
Pop psychology teaches that restraining anger will only make you sick. Not according to Jesus.
By M. Blaine Smith
posted 02/12/2003
CHURCH LIFE
The Neighborhood's Last, Best Hope
American congregations give more to society than they get from it.
An Excerpt of The Invisible Caring Hand by Ram A. Cnaan
posted 02/11/2003
CHURCH LIFE
Tallying Compassion
Everybody knows congregations do good work. Ram Cnaan tells us what it's worth.
Interview by Agnieszka Tennant
posted 02/11/2003
CHURCH LIFE
Despite Protestant Growth, Hispanic Catholicism Holds Steady in U.S.
Younger generations leaving for Protestant churches, but immigrants make up difference.
By Jeff M. Sellers
posted 02/07/2003
THEOLOGY
What Conversion Is and Is Not
Hint: It's not just about getting people "saved."
By John G. Stackhouse Jr.
posted 02/07/2003
HISTORY
Heavenly Bodies
What do we gain from a bodily resurrection?
By Timothy George
posted 02/06/2003
PRAYER/SPIRITUALITY
The Unluckiest Church
Archaeologist predicts the future is grim for the ancient church's site.
By Ted Olsen
posted 02/06/2003
PRAYER/SPIRITUALITY
Quotation Marks
Recent comments on adoration and the religiosity of men.
By Ted Olsen
posted 02/05/2003
PRAYER/SPIRITUALITY
Flash: Mother Teresa Was Human
Letters reveal the Catholic nun had doubts about God.
By Ted Olsen
posted 01/30/2003
PRAYER/SPIRITUALITY
Decorated with Death
Is religious jewelry just a smokescreen?
By Sarah E. Hinlicky
posted 01/21/2003
THEOLOGY
Local Church Fights for Evangelical ID Card
Witness Lee group sues for $136 million over Harvest House cults article.
By Mark A. Kellner in Anaheim, California
posted 01/14/2003
CHURCH LIFE
Clergy Ratings at Lowest Point Ever
Survey finds low trust in the church.
By Religion News Service
posted 01/13/2003
CHURCH LIFE
Safe, Not Sorry
Churches do not have to wait for safer 15-passenger vans.
A Christianity Today editorial
posted 01/07/2003
CHURCH LIFE
Why I Walked
Sometimes loving a denomination requires you to fight.
By J.I. Packer
posted 01/03/2003
CHURCH LIFE
A Holy Nuisance
J.I. Packer has strong words for those who don't feel called to agitate for reform.
By David Neff
posted 01/03/2003
SCIENCE & HEALTH
Editor's Bookshelf: 'I Just Wanted You to Kill the Pain'
A physician talks about how to help dying people best live their final months
By David Neff
posted 12/31/2002
SCIENCE & HEALTH
Editor's Bookshelf: Truth and Hope Are Partners
An interview with David Kuhl, author of What Dying People Want
By David Neff and Todd Hertz
posted 12/31/2002
CHURCH LIFE
Quotation Marks
Recent comments about the belief in hell and naming yourself God.
By Ted Olsen
posted 12/30/2002
PRAYER/SPIRITUALITY
Thank You, Dr. Walvoord
A former student remembers how the late leader of Dallas Seminary preached-and lived-grace.
posted 12/26/2002
CHURCH LIFE
When Pastors Plagiarize
The church suffers from the illusion that the sermon is the creative, prophetic effort of the lonely individual.
A Christianity Today Editorial
posted 12/26/2002
PRAYER/SPIRITUALITY
The Serene Contradiction of the Mother of Jesus
Why I reclaimed the virgin mother as a significant figure in my faith.
By Kathleen Norris
posted 12/23/2002
HISTORY
There's Something About Mary
Beliefs about Jesus' virgin mother vary between Christians of the early church, Roman Catholics, and modern-day Protestants, but this model of total trustful devotion has lessons to teach all Christians.
An interview with J.I. Packer and Tom Oden
posted 12/23/2002
THEOLOGY
Closing the Door on Open Theists?
ETS to examine whether Clark Pinnock and John Sanders can remain members.
By Doug Koop in Toronto
posted 12/23/2002
BIBLE
Violent Night, Holy Night
The Apocrypha tells us about the brutal and seductive world Jesus was born into.
By Tim Stafford
posted 12/20/2002
PRAYER/SPIRITUALITY
Hurt, Hate, and Healing
A 1985 interview with Lewis Smedes.
By David Neff for HIS magazine
posted 12/20/2002
PRAYER/SPIRITUALITY
Forgiveness—The Power to Change the Past
To forgive is to set a prisoner free and discover that the prisoner was you.
By Lewis B. Smedes
posted 12/20/2002
PRAYER/SPIRITUALITY
Controlling the Unpredictable—The Power of Promising
When you make a promise you have created a small sanctuary of trust within the jungle of unpredictability.
By Lewis B. Smedes
posted 12/20/2002
PRAYER/SPIRITUALITY
Three Temptations of Spiritual Formation
When seeking to be shaped by Christ, it is all too easy to veer from a fully Christian approach.
By Evan Howard
posted 12/13/2002
PRAYER/SPIRITUALITY
Go Figure
What do Americans pray for?
By Ted Olsen
posted 12/09/2002
CHURCH LIFE
There Goes the Neighborhood
A Florida court allows a Christian church to build in a Spiritualist town.
By Ted Olsen
posted 12/05/2002
HISTORY
The Enemy Within
This Thanksgiving, let us remember our perverseness
By Mark Galli
posted 11/27/2002
CHURCH LIFE
'Confessing' Christians Stick It Out
Some conservatives, however, give up on reforming their denominations.
By Robert P. Mills in Indianapolis
posted 11/27/2002
THEOLOGY
Gwen Shamblin's new Jerusalem
Remnant Fellowship grows, but critics see 'graceless legalism.'
By John W. Kennedy
posted 11/26/2002
THEOLOGY
Evangelical Theological Society Moves Against Open Theists
Membership of Pinnock and Sanders challenged by due process
By Doug Koop
posted 11/22/2002
SCIENCE & HEALTH
How Computer Nerds Describe God
The founding editor of Wired magazine explains his mission to talk about faith using the vocabulary and logic of science.
An interview with Kevin Kelly
posted 11/20/2002
SCIENCE & HEALTH
Killing a Pandemic
The church may be best equipped to deal HIV/AIDS a crippling blow.
A Christianity Today editorial
posted 11/18/2002
PRAYER/SPIRITUALITY
Gray Matter and the Soul
What is the difference between the brain and the soul?
By Dallas Willard
posted 11/15/2002
HISTORY
Aramaic May Disappear in Four Decades
Only about 400,000 Arab Christians and 20,000 Jews speak the language.
By Ted Olsen
posted 11/11/2002
THEOLOGY
Music at the Theological Roundtable
What it teaches us about God and the universe.
By John G. Stackhouse
posted 11/01/2002
CHURCH LIFE
Danger Vans
With more than 10 riders, 15-passenger vans have a 35.4 percent chance of roll over in a crash.
By Ted Olsen
posted 10/28/2002
PRAYER/SPIRITUALITY
Dance of the God-Struck
There's something about worship that can drive even a king to strip down and leap up.
By Mark Buchanan
posted 10/25/2002
CHURCH LIFE
Wedding Bell Blues
Three pastors are accused of making big mistakes during weddings.
By Ted Olsen
posted 10/24/2002
BIBLE
'I Didn't Want to Be Cute'
Author Eugene Peterson describes what drove his writing of The Message.
Interview by Doug LeBlanc
posted 10/23/2002
BIBLE
Good Question: Text Criticism and Inerrancy
How can I reconcile belief in inerrancy of Scripture with translations that say a particular verse is not "in better manuscripts"?
By J.I. Packer
posted 10/22/2002
HISTORY | BIBLE
Stunning New Evidence that Jesus Lived
By Gordon Govier
posted 10/21/2002
Scholars link first-century bone box to James, brother of Jesus.
HISTORY
Did Apostles Go to China?
Evidence suggests Christianity reached China in the first century.
By Ted Olsen
posted 10/21/2002
BIBLE
Meaning-full Translations
The world's most influential Bible translator is weary of "word worship."
An interview with Eugene Nida
posted 10/11/2002
CHURCH LIFE
Quotation Marks
Comments in the press about mascots, missions, and fake marriages.
By Ted Olsen
posted 10/08/2002
BIBLE
The TNIV Debate
Is this new translation faithful in its treatment of gender?
posted 09/27/2002
BIBLE
Is The TNIV Faithful in Its Treatment of Gender? No
Political correctness puts pressure on translators to change details of meaning.
By Vern S. Poythress
posted 09/27/2002
BIBLE
Is The TNIV Faithful in Its Treatment of Gender? Yes
The TNIV does not eliminate gender distinctions but rather clarifies them.
By Mark Strauss
posted 09/27/2002
BIBLE
A Response to Vern Poythress
The TNIV preserves the original meaning.
By Mark Strauss
posted 09/27/2002
BIBLE
A Response to Mark Strauss
The TNIV undermines plenary inspiration.
By Vern S. Poythress
posted 09/27/2002
CHURCH LIFE
Quotation Marks
Comments about fitness, family television, and having a child caught in a church and state battle.
By Ted Olsen
posted 09/16/2002
PRAYER/SPIRITUALITY
Seeing Light After the Smoky Darkness of the Trade Towers Collapse
The spiritual war against terrorism is the war against the sinful heart and its allegiances.
By Darrell L. Bock
posted 09/13/2002
CHURCH LIFE
Go Figure
What percentage of Americans believe in heaven?
By Ted Olsen
posted 09/13/2002
PRAYER/SPIRITUALITY
Beyond Broken Beams
A chaplain at Ground Zero talks about his role in "a bigger story being told by a creator who deals in restoration."
An excerpt from God @ Ground Zero by Ray Guinta
posted 09/12/2002
PRAYER/SPIRITUALITY
Deliverance on the 81st Floor
On 9/11, Stanley Praimnath and Sujo John called out to God from inside the World Trade Center.
By Todd Hertz
posted 09/11/2002
HISTORY
Expecting a Flood of Tourists
A replica of Noah's Ark is planned for Turkey.
By Ted Olsen
posted 09/11/2002
SCIENCE & HEALTH
AIDS 'Apathy' Campaign Debuts
Yet Christian leaders say stigma, not neglect, is the bigger problem.
By Laura van Vuuren in Barcelona, Spain
posted 08/28/2002
CHURCH LIFE
New Top Anglican Receives Mixed Reviews
Appointee is against abortion, for gay ordination, and not from the Third World.
By Stan Guthrie
posted 08/27/2002
HISTORY
Herod's Stadium
Israeli archaeologists discover 2,000-year-old stadium.
By Ted Olsen
posted 08/19/2002
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