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A Ransom for Many: ISIS Releases Last of 230 Assyrian Christian Hostages
Good news comes near first anniversary of 21 Coptic martyrs beheaded on Libyan beach.
Race, Religion, and the Republican Dilemma
The church has an opportunity to encourage human flourishing even more.
The Pro-Life Case for Paid Maternity Leave
Where are the conservative Christians rallying for working moms?
My Top 5 Books to Make the Church Less Culturally Relevant
Mark Sayers recommends readings that help the church look less like the surrounding culture.
Evangelicals Make March for Life More 'Catholic'
A snapshot of Christian witness in the world (as it appeared in our March issue).
Have Christians and Jews Extended the Olive Branch Too Far?
Orthodox rabbis say Christianity is God’s will. Vatican says don’t formally evangelize Jews.
Hope on the Refugee Highway: A Special Report on Christians in Iraq and Greece
CT visited eight refugee camps to learn how Christians on the front lines would advise American churches to engage the refugee crisis.
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Slow Down, You Hashtag Too Fast
We don’t have to speak out on every issue.
Africa Has a New Islamic State. Or Does It?
The Gambia’s president has declared it so. Not everyone is convinced.
Pope Francis Quiet on Catholic Persecution of Protestants in Mexico
(UPDATED) Two dozen Protestant families get utilities turned back on after two years of punishment.
Antonin Scalia: Devout Christian, Worldly Judge
A faithful man lives out his faith on the bench with restraint.
God Loved Alexander Hamilton
But did this particular Founding Father love God?
Lawsuit Claims Gospel for Asia Misused Most Donations to 10/40 Window
(UPDATED) Citing 'innocent until proven guilty,' GFA calls class-action suit a 'blessing' for chance to put allegations to rest.
God's Place in Black History
Looking to the past provides direction for the current fight for justice.
Why Pope Francis and Patriarch Kirill Made Christian History in Cuba
(UPDATED) ISIS persecution of Christians prompts first meeting between Catholic and Orthodox primates since 1054.
What Wheaton, Hawkins, and Others Said at Public Reconciliation Attempt
(UPDATED) Ryken: We are 'trusting as a campus for God to restore what's been lost.' Hawkins: 'Embodied solidarity continues its journey.'
Why a Post-Christian Nation Needs a President of Faith
Religion gives candidates an advantage in advocating for all.
3 Reasons Election Season Is Good For You
It’s easy to despair over candidates, but we have good reason to celebrate this time in our country’s life.
The Wheaton Controversy Ends, but I’m Still Torn
My struggle to understand the complicated relationship between trust, truth, and transparency.
Wheaton College, Larycia Hawkins to ‘Part Ways’
Provost says he asked tenured professor for forgiveness, withdrew termination process.

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Died: Mandisa, ‘Overcomer’ Singer and American Idol Star
Died: Mandisa, ‘Overcomer’ Singer and American Idol Star
The Grammy-winning artist was found dead at her home in Nashville at age 47.

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