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October 2012

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50 Women You Should Know

We asked key leaders which Christian women are most profoundly shaping the evangelical church and North American society. This is who they picked.

The Bonds of Freedom

There is paradox in the Christian understanding of what it means to be free.

Ajith Fernando: On the Anvil of Suffering

Offered his dream job in the United States, Fernando opted to stay in war-torn Sri Lanka, a decision that has made all the difference for the cause of Christ

The Yes and No of Healing

What are we to make of people who experience inner healing and then revert to their old ways?

The Regnerus Affair

The embattled sociologist talks to CT about the controversy over his study of homosexuality and parenting.

Love Isn't Easy in Man Camp Ministry

When roughnecks descend on an oil boomtown, Christians find the gift of hospitality strains their vision of ministry.

Briefing

Gleanings

Gleanings Subscriber access only

Important developments in the church and the world.
Spotlight

The Spiritual Sex

Why are women better Christians than men?
Headlines

Go Figure Subscriber access only

Compiled by Ted Olsen

Quotation Marks Subscriber access only

Opening the Adoption Files

Secrecy gives way to relationships with birth mothers.

Why Churches Worship Illegally—In Paris

Evangelical churches are multiplying but lack space to grow.

Christian Colleges Try Massive Online Courses

But schools worry about their effect on discipleship (and revenues).

Uganda Tells 1 Million Couples: You're Not Really Married

Unions hang in the balance as govt. restricts which churches can marry.

Is Megachurch Worship Addictive?

Scholars, including the coauthor of the recent study alleging that it creates a "high," weigh in.

How Not to Care for Widows

After her husband's death, a typical East African widow may face property theft or eviction. But faith-based advocates are turning the tables.

Viewpoints

Letters to the Editor Subscriber access only

Readers respond to the July/August issue.

Abusing the Megaphone

Caustic rhetoric undermines Family Research Council's post-shooting response.

Is It Stealing From God to Split Your Tithe Between the Church and Other Charities?

Three views on what it means to give faithfully.

How Books Helped Save My Soul Subscriber access only

I found light in my lit.
Leer en Español

Downton Abbey's Real Legacy Subscriber access only

Why we strive to preserve places rich with memory.

CT Review

Books

The Love We Dare Not Ignore

It's a profound mistake to neglect our gay brothers and sisters in the body of Christ.

My Top 5 Books on The Cold War Subscriber access only

A faith-focused list on the long battle with Communism.

The Foreign Mission Field Two Minutes Away

Mass migration to the West is destroying old missions distinctions.

How We Hide Our Suffering

An excerpt from 'Glorious Ruin: How Suffering Sets You Free.'

Wilson's Bookmarks

Brief reviews of 'The Church and Literature,' The Impeachment of Abraham Lincoln,' and 'Arlo Needs Glasses'

How to Eat, Play, Love—And Do Other Christian Acts

Ben Witherington III calls for serious theological reflection on activities that occupy most of our waking hours.

Review: The Gentle Giant of Dynamite Hill Subscriber access only

A brief look

Review: Finding God Subscriber access only

A brief look.
Movies

'Once Upon a Time:' When Pagans Get Real

In ABC's hit mythological series, fairy tales meet biblical truth, week after week.
Music

The Confessions of Scott Stapp

New memoir addresses abusive childhood, a wild ride with Creed, a near suicide attempt, and, finally, getting right with God.

Born to Sing: No Plan B

In Every Issue

A Women's Issue

The 50—make that 51—reasons I love this magazine.

Justin Zoradi Believes Education Can Eradicate Poverty

The founder of These Numbers Have Faces focuses on outreach by degrees.

Don't Miss

Forgiving Iran

Forgiving Iran

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

Guilt Gone Wild

The right kind of guilt can be healthy. But false guilt depletes your soul and ministry.

Training for "One Pitch" Preachers

Training for "One Pitch" Preachers

If you're stuck in a rut, this is how to mix things up.

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Today's Christian Woman

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Small Groups

Mental Illness Is Mainstream

Mental Illness Is Mainstream

We must help the one...

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