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The #MeToo Movement Has Educated Pastors. And Left Them with More Questions.
More pastors say they are addressing these issues from the pulpit. Still, half say they lack training in how to address sexual and domestic violence.
Myers-Briggs and Other Mirrors for the Soul
A new history of the ubiquitous personality test sheds light on what it can and can’t deliver.
David Foster Wallace Broke My Heart
Ten years after his suicide, I marvel at his genius but mourn the crushing burdens he carried.
China Mulls Major Restrictions on Online Ministries
Foreigners would be prohibited from providing “religious information” to mainland Chinese via the internet, according to draft rules.
China Bans Zion, Beijing’s Biggest House Church
Shut down after Sunday services, influential congregation had refused orders to install government surveillance cameras.
How a Confederate Memorial Became a Multiracial Worship Site
A two-year partnership of hundreds of Atlanta pastors brought the church together at an unlikely destination. Could more cities follow their lead?
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A Bill Banning Reparative Therapy Spurred an Unlikely Relationship
How a gay California lawmaker and the former head of the National Association of Evangelicals found common ground on a controversial piece of legislation.
The Philadelphia Eagles Get the ‘God Squad’ Treatment
A reporter’s inside look at the team’s Christian culture repeats some characteristic flaws of evangelical writing on sports.
Anne Graham Lotz: My Breast Cancer Is ‘Fuel for the Fire’
Diagnosed on anniversary of her husband’s death, Billy Graham’s daughter responds with prayer of famous missionary to India, Amy Carmichael.
What Are Evangelicals Afraid of Losing?
President Trump’s appeal to fear ignores that Christians seek first the Kingdom, not political favors.
The 11 Bible Verses Read at John McCain’s Memorial Services
One probably isn’t in your Bible.
Being Salt and Light in the Middle of a Twitter Mob
Social media can be a dark and divisive place. That doesn’t mean we should simply withdraw.
The Many Flavors of Latino Protestantism
Three sociologists look at the impact of this growing body of believers on the American church.
Bearing False Witness
Arab theologians advise Americans not to fear Islam’s alleged “permission to lie.”
Many Churchgoers Want Sunday Morning Segregated … by Politics
Survey finds half of Protestants prefer to worship with people who share their views—and half believe they already do.
Black Pastors Debate Partnering with Trump on Prison Reform
Why African-American Christians are divided over working with this White House.
God’s Mayor in Guatemala
Fighting cartels, disease, and poverty, Mayor Jeaneth Ordoñez presides over a safe haven in an otherwise violent region.
Jonathan Merritt Wants to Reboot Religious Language for the 21st Century
But his method of restoring “sacred words” to our common vocabulary runs the risk of redefining them.
Our September Issue: Nothing to Hide
How much power do secrets hold over the Christian?
In the Beginning Is Silence
Why Christian activity should start with non-activity.

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