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August (Web-only) 2011

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The Debt

A gripping thriller about the destructive power of hidden truth.

Ghost on the Canvas

Third World Symphony

I Survived

Saying Grace

Black and White America

Eugene Nida, Who Revolutionized Bible Translations, Dead at 96

His approach is used by many modern versions.

Don't Be Afraid of the Dark

Fairytale for grown-ups offers plenty of scares, but not much else.

Higher Ground

A woman's experience with Christianity—from the certainties of new conversion to later struggles with faith. PLUS: Interview with Vera Farmiga.

Google Cuts Churches Out Of Nonprofit Program

Faith-based groups must now pay for search giant's tools.

Vera Farmiga's Struggles with God

The director and star of 'Higher Ground' wanted a movie to depict the challenges of faith.

Get In I'm Driving

A review of Ginny Owens' latest album.

On the Altar of Love

All We Need

This Is What We Believe

The Pursuit of God

Faroe Islands

Forth

Famine in East Africa: Who Cares?

Several Christian NGOs are on the move, provided they can get the appropriate funds.

Fright Night

This sometimes clever remake of the 1985 horror/comedy is undermined by its crassness.

Conan the Barbarian

A ridiculous remake marking the return of the B movie, while glorifying violence and degrading women.

One Day

Twenty years of a relationship, as seen on the same day each year, depicting the course of true love.

Why the 9/11 Cross Should Offend All of Us

The symbol might actually cause 'headaches, anxiety, and mental pain and anguish.'

Trusting God with the Ones You Love

Few things are harder or scarier than trusting God to do what is just and right and good.

John Stott on Singleness

"Uncle John" explains why he stayed single for 90 years.

Marching as to Peace

Documentary 'Budrus' explores peaceful solution on Israel-Palestine border.

Destiny

Jeff Bridges

Your Insurance May Already Cover 'Abortion-Inducing Drugs'

Plans must provide contraception with no copayment nationally.

30 Minutes or Less

The latest from the director of Zombieland falls short of its predecessor's cleverness.

Senna

Humble man of faith or arrogant jock? This documentary explores both sides of the late racing legend.

The Whistleblower

A powerful film about a real-life woman who fought the horrors of sex trafficking in post-war Bosnia.

Zimbabwean Churches Told to Support Ruling Party—or Else

Mugabe regime violently targeting wide spectrum of congregations.

The Help

Based on the bestseller, a drama about unlikely friendships—and the power of telling your story. PLUS: Cast and director of 'The Help' tell their stories.

Watch the Throne

Mark Hatfield Changed My Life in Three Minutes

The senator bucked easy categories, even in citing a simple verse.

Cast and director of 'The Help' tell their stories

A young woman wants to write about black maids in the 1960s.

Re:creation

Mark Hatfield, Maverick Evangelical Politician, Dies at 89

Former governor and senator was steadfast in opposing war, abortion, & corrupting power.

Christian Colleges Part of White House Interfaith Service Push

Schools say listening is key—but theological pluralism isn't.

9th Circuit: University Can Force Christian Groups Open to Non-Christians

But court says policy may have been enforced unconstitutionally.

Rise of the Planet of the Apes

A laughable prequel with shoddy visuals and a lackluster plot.

John Stott and the Weary Evangelical

What the movement looks like at its best.

Global Reactions to John Stott's Death

More reflection on the legacy of the worldwide leader.

Young Love

Louvin' the Music

Guitar whiz Ben Hall, 22, plays in the style of Charlie Louvin, Merle Travis, and Chet Atkins.

Another Earth

A thought-provoking film about journeys of an interior—and, oddly enough, inter-planetary—nature.

Don't Miss

Forgiving Iran

Forgiving Iran

Long before I knew the true God, he helped me release my hatred.