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November 2011

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A New Kind of Urban Ministry

Christians no longer want their communities fixed. They want them flourishing.

Portland's Quiet Abolitionists

Leading the liberal city's efforts to halt child trafficking is a network of dedicated Christians. Just don't go advertising it.

Disappointed with Intimacy

We set ourselves up for confusion about God if we forget that the best is yet to come.

The Rhetoric of Chastity: Making Abstinence Sexy

Communications expert Christine Gardner reveals what makes abstinence campaigns work.

A Fresh Call for U.S. Missionaries

Americans should focus less on 'Western guilt' and more on sharing the gospel.

Archaeology's Rebel: Bible in One Hand, Spade in the Other

Eilat Mazar is unafraid to claim archaeological finds of biblical proportions.

Briefing

Gleanings

Postal Hike for Nonprofits Eyed, Pro-Life Group Scrutinized, and More News

Important developments in the church and the world.
Spotlight

Research: Rich God, Poor God

New studies are examining the relationship between religious attitudes and economic inequality.
Headlines

Go Figure

Recent stats on politics, evolution, and ministry.

Quotation Marks

Recent remarks on Japan, women in ministry, and more.

Interpretation Sparks a Grave Theology Debate

Apologist’s questioning of Matthew 27 creates theological war of words.

Archaeology in Turkey: Major Finds in Asia Minor

But researchers say Turkish government is shutting them out.

Missionary Money: Easier to Give, Worth Less than Ever

The new challenges of missions donations.

Trading Spaces: Inner City Helps the Suburbs

Suburban poor change the direction of ministry.

Do You Follow the Liturgical Calendar?

Observers weigh in on why they do or don't follow the church year.

School Choice Programs Snowball

Forty-one states introduce or pass new programs.

Viewpoints

Readers Write

Readers respond to the September issue.

Fighting Famine Isn't Enough

Some 2,000 Somalis die of starvation daily. Drought isn't the reason.

The Defining Issue of the 2012 Presidential Race?

Observers consider what Christians should prioritize in the upcoming election.

Intercultural Fiesta Fail

'We are all alike!' doesn't fly in a fly-infested hut in El Salvador.

Our Secret African Heritage

How we can remember our big family history.

CT Review

Books

Location, Location, Location

Particular places shape the biblical story, and each Christian life.

My Top 5 Books on Jonathan Edwards

Particular places shape the biblical story, and each Christian life.

Wasted Charity

Why the 'compassion industry' is not helping the poor. A review of 'Toxic Charity'

Jesus + Nothing = Everything

Many who assume they understand the gospel fail to actually apply its riches to their lives.

Wilson's Bookmarks

Brief reviews of 'Faith No More,' 'Inquiring About God,' and 'Cats, Dogs, Men, Women, Ninnies & Clowns.'

Q & A: Frank Wolf on Liberty for the Captives

The congressman pleads for a passionate American commitment to international religious freedom.

Books to Note

Short reviews of 'Gospel Wakefulness,' 'Union with Christ,' and 'The Gospel of Matthew.'

In Every Issue

Holding Her Own

The woman behind Her.meneutics, the Christianity Today blog for women.

Virtual Vitality: Bobby Gruenewald Links Technology and the Church

How a pastor from LifeChurch.tv is helping plug the church into the digital future.

Don't Miss

Rob Bell's 'Ginormous' Mirror

Rob Bell's 'Ginormous' Mirror

To read his book is to read about our fascination with ourselves.
Losing my Edge

Losing my Edge

When your initial enthusiasm fades, you need a plan if you're going to bring your best to your calling

War and Peace

War and Peace

Pastor Tullian Tchividjian survived a leadership coup by finding rest in the liberating power of the gospel.

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