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Christianity Today Magazine

December (Web-only) 2007

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What Evangelism Isn't

We need to stop mistaking other Christian activities for the spreading of the gospel.

The Wager

Remembering Benazir

A UK Christian mourns the charismatic Pakistani leader.

There Will Be Blood

The Water Horse: Legend of the Deep

Aliens vs. Predator - Requiem

The Great Debaters

The Bucket List

History and Parables

The author of The First Christmas reviews the other First Christmas.

All I Want for Christmas Is a Bigger Bust

How the incarnation helps Christians think about plastic surgery.

Charlie Wilson's War

National Treasure: Book of Secrets

Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story

P.S. I Love You

The Annunciation to the Shepherds

Artists' depictions of Christmas night, from A.D. 1306 to 2007.

Kwanzaa Quandary

Some churches debate the place for Kwanzaa.

Not Just A Clump Of Cells

What the Christmas story says about our bodies and our bioethics debates.

No Room in the What?

Mary and Joseph weren't trying to check into a hotel—they were staying with relatives.

YWAM Director Describes Shooting, Forgiveness

Peter Warren discusses response of families and future impact on the program.

The Mark of Zoradi

Disney Motion Pictures Group President Mark Zoradi says the company is perhaps more committed to Walt's entertainment values than ever.

Peter Jackson to Make Hobbit

Lord of the Rings filmmaker to join with New Line for two movies based on Tolkien's book—and apparently, all lawsuits between the parties have been settled.

Idol Worship?

Christians continue to shine on American Idol even as Christian alternatives to the popular show crop up. Can they co-exist? Can both bring glory to God?

Hark! The Herald Angels Sing: From Wesley to Our Hymnals

At least four people brought the now-inviolable hymn to its current form.

The Kite Runner

Soul Searching After Mass Murder

Another reason we eagerly look for "the one who is to come."

Our Lord's Virgin Birth

Why it matters that "a real son of a real mother" did not have a human father.

Colorado Shootings Reflect Big Threats at Big Churches

Growth of megachurches has spawned an industry devoted to protecting and securing large congregations.

Let the Pagans Have the Holiday

First, let's take back Easter.

Hillary's Spiritual Formation

Sen. Clinton's youth group leader was one of her early influences toward social activism.

What Does Hillary Believe?

She is in lockstep with the United Methodist Church on almost all issues, says Paul Kengor, author of God and Hillary Clinton.

Hate Crimes Bill Dropped

Some religious conservatives had complained it threatened religious liberty and equality.

Five of Six Ministries Meet Deadline in Senate Spending Probe

Dollar's ministry won't provide material voluntarily.

Romney's Speech Strengthens Theologian's Endorsement

Wayne Grudem believes evangelicals should promote religious liberty by being willing to vote for candidates who have different beliefs.

Romney Dodges Doctrine

But questions about candidate's Mormon beliefs may continue.

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Atonement

The Golden Compass

Grace Is Gone

What Evangelicals Heard in Romney's 'Faith in America' Speech

What the candidate said will largely be welcomed. But questions remain about what wasn't.

Juno

Christmas 'Jars' Subscriber access only

New album gently rattles the seasonal genre.

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