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October 2006

Where We Are—and How We Got Here
A look at the influences that have shaped evangelicals.
by Mark A. Noll
Plus: 'Truth from the Evangelical Viewpoint'

The Top 50 Books That Have Shaped Evangelicals
Landmark titles that changed the way we think, talk, witness, worship, and live.

What We're Doing Right
Contemporary ministry through the eyes of photojournalists.

What's Next?
114 leaders from 11 ministry spheres outline evangelical priorities for the next 50 years.

A Greater Vision
Billy Graham's bottom line never changes: 'Are we really being used to change people?'
by Harold Myra

Evangelism Plus
John Stott reflects on future priorities.
Interview by Tim Stafford

Grappling with God
Prayer sometimes feels like a hug and a stranglehold at the same time.
by Philip Yancey

The Church's Great Malfunctions
Why we should be our own fiercest critics.
by Miroslav Volf

Flea Market Believers
If these biblical literalists don't go to church, can the Right count on their vote?
by Arthur E. Farnsley II

What Married Women Want
Sociologist Brad Wilcox says one type of marriage makes most wives happier.
Interview by Stan Guthrie

Let Us Reason Together About Life
A new statement from Evangelicals and Catholics Together encourages civil discourse on divisive issues.
by David Neff

Soaking in Blood—Again
Sri Lankan violence costs 1,000 lives. Relief efforts set back.
by Anto Akkara

'They Know We Are Christians'
Lebanese Christian compassion impresses Muslims during bloody conflict.
by Dale Gavlak

HeadLines

China: Police demolish church, beat bystanders.

Higher Education: What cost Greenville professor his job?

Indonesia: Advocates question motive for executing Christians.

Church Life: Willow Creek ends service for 20-somethings.

Uganda: War-torn church ponders government deal with rebel leader.

Faith and Culture: Atlanta Braves lose Focus.

Environment: Evangelical coalition cool on climate change.

Q+A: World Vision president Richard Stearns.

Church Life: Megachurch pastor returns after leadership dispute.

Religious Freedom: Saudi Arabia promises to curb abuses.

Tidings: What is 'sanctuary' for?

Departments

Inside CT
All Hands on Deck

Readers Write

Where We Stand
Media in Motion; Save the E-Word

Reflections
CT Classics

Taste and See | Agnieszka Tennant
To Russia with Fury

Global Prognosis | David Aikman
Train Wreck Coming

The CT Review
Genocide survivors tell their stories; Madeleine Albright gets religion; why the afterlife is crucial to how we live this one; Bookmarks

The Back Page | Charles Colson
The Earmark Epidemic

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Let us Tell You a Story
Recovering the lost spiritual discipline of reading biographies.

Chris Armstrong | posted 11/06/2009 09:52AM

The Mushroom Hunt
How to find a good biography.

Chris Armstrong | posted 11/06/2009 09:53AM

After Election Day, the Vote Everyone Has Been Waiting For
Tuesday brought big news on same-sex unions and the election outcomes of conservative candidates, but all eyes are now on the health-care bill.

Tobin Grant | posted 11/06/2009 09:54AM

Yawning at the Word
It's really hard to listen to God when there are really interesting things to think about.

Mark Galli | posted 11/05/2009 10:33AM

Go Figure
Recent numbers on female senior pastors, abortion, and the megachurch.

Compiled by Ted Olsen | posted 11/05/2009 10:34AM

Looking for Clear Signals
Religious freedom needs less talk and more action in Washington.

A Christianity Today editorial | posted 11/04/2009 09:18AM

Matrix: International Religious Liberty Advocates
CT looks at the major religious liberty groups' emphases and work.

posted 11/04/2009 09:21AM

Alien Seduction
ABC's sci-fi series V, which premieres tonight, tackles questions of blind faith, asking, "Would we believe them?"

Review by Todd Hertz | posted 11/03/2009 11:06AM

Aliens Among Us
ABC's 'V' is a probing look at culture and the need for discernment, says the show's executive producer.

Interview by Todd Hertz | posted 11/03/2009 11:07AM

Rising from the Valley of Death
Steven Curtis Chapman opens up about losing his daughter, their family's arduous journey, and a new album of songs chronicling the path of pain and hope.

Interview by Mark Moring | posted 11/02/2009 09:48AM

A Violent, Vicious Cycle
Who will deliver us from despair and death?

Collin Hansen | posted 11/02/2009 10:27AM

Poll: Which of the following book genres do you read most for spiritual growth?

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