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February 2011

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The Son and the Crescent

Bible translations that avoid the phrase "Son of God" are bearing dramatic fruit among Muslims. But that translation has some missionaries and scholars dismayed.

Sex Economics 101

Mark Regnerus, the early-marriage sociologist, shares his latest research on young adults' sexual attitudes and behavior.

Words That Nourish

To read well is to prepare oneself to live wisely, kindly, and wittily.

The Folly of Answering Fools

It's time to reassess the posture of perpetual outrage.

Briefing

Spotlight

How Evangelicals Give

Church members' giving is decreasing in the recession, especially as a percentage of income.
Gleanings

Hospital Loses Catholic Status, Scientist Sues College for Discrimination & More

Important developments in the church and world.
Headlines

Quotation Marks

Apple's anti-app "animus," Pat Robertson's pot pronouncement, and other statements of note in the church around the world.

Are American Evangelicals Stingy?

Observers discuss whether Christians are generous enough with their money.

That Hideous Bible? C.S. Lewis Bible Kicks Up Gender Protest

A petition suggests that the New Revised Standard Version would be at odds with C.S. Lewis’s convictions.

The Discerning Seller: LifeWay to Drop Warning Labels

The "Read with Discernment" program listed popular authors as "strictly for critical study or research."

'Religicide' in Iraq

Fatal attacks trigger exodus of Christians from major cities.

No Place Like a House

Affordable units help Middle Eastern Christians stay put.

Viewpoints

Readers Write

What you thought of the December 2010 issue of Christianity Today.

Tough Grace: Clear and Consistent on Sexual Standards

Consistency means not singling out those with same-sex orientation. The same standard should apply to all.

Doctrinal Boot Camp

Conforming to the truth of the faith is necessary for survival.

Cartoon of the Month

Illegal Immigrants in the Church?

Christian thinkers weigh in on what churches should do about meeting the sojourner.

Satan's a Goner

A lesson from a headless snake.

CT Review

Books

2011 Christianity Today Book Awards

Judges whittled 427 submissions down to 11 winners.
Movies

The Most Redeeming Films of 2010

For the third straight year, a Pixar flick tops our list.

Broken But Hopeful

Many 2010 movies echo the recurrent theme of Scripture.

Critics' Choice Awards of 2010

A stuttering monarch, a Facebook flick, and a truly gritty western top our list.
Music

The Best Albums of 2010

CT picks the year's best in popular music.

In Every Issue

No Empty Words

We're glad our readers value the 'nobility of diction.'

Religion 2.0: Timothy Dalrymple

The manager of Patheos' evangelical portal clarifies the gospel online.

Don't Miss

Forgiving Iran

Forgiving Iran

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

Why Willpower Fails

Your willpower is limited, so use it wisely.

Great Humility

Great Humility

The power of a neglected virtue

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