Politics+Current Affairs

You Don’t Have to Say ‘Yo’ Around Me
How talking about racial bias helps us overcome our divisions.
Blessed Are the Super Bowl Stars?
Like Russell Wilson, most believe God rewards faithful athletes.
Canadian Justice: You Can’t Block Lawyers over Their Alma Mater Banning Gay Sex
'This decision isn’t about whether LGBT equality rights are more or less important than the religious freedoms of evangelical Christians.'
All Is Not Lost: Russia and Ukraine Can Be Healed
Churches are indispensible to lasting peace in the region.
YWAM Missionaries Won’t Be Deported over Visa Issue
With 300 missionaries at risk during sponsorship suspension, organization learned “hard lessons” about record-keeping.
How a Pro-Life Bill Could Lead to More Abortions
A new bill in Indiana could undermine efforts to get accurate information into the hands of expectant mothers.
Dealing with ‘Gender Disappointment’
In the age of girl power, many of us want daughters. Here's why I’m happy either way.
Should Pastors Stop Signing Civil Marriage Certificates?
First Things says yes. Survey finds 1 in 4 pastors agree.
Robert P. George to Saudi Arabia: Whip Me Instead of Raif Badawi
Offering to take 100 lashes each, 7 of 9 USCIRF commissioners 'would rather share in' blogger's punishment than 'watch him being cruelly tortured.'
No Worship Services in Public Schools, New York Mayor Tells Supreme Court
(UPDATED) Bill de Blasio campaigned on the promise of letting churches rent school space. Now he’s asking the Supreme Court to prohibit it.
Why Women Turn to Terrorism
And how the church can offer a different way.
Tending the 'Stolen' Sheep in Latin America's Booming Bible Belt
Catholics may be fast converting to Protestantism, but beliefs and maturity vary.
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50: The Best the March for Life Movement Can Ever Hope For?
The last time pro-life politicians had this much political power, states passed record restrictions on abortion. But new rulings suggest a stopping point.
A Working Mom's Reflections on the State of the Union
Why I support Obama's proposals for increased childcare.
Christians Celebrate Supreme Court Approval of Religious Prison Beards
'No religion is an island,' says Becket Fund after successfully defending Muslim prisoner.
Scores of Churches Destroyed by Charlie Hebdo Protests in Niger
Cover cartoon of Prophet Muhammad unsettles African nation's two largest cities.
Is Buying Your Way Onto the Bestseller List Wrong?
A year after Mark Driscoll's church got caught manipulating the New York Times list, authors and publishers question a practice that extends far beyond Mars Hill.
Why Faithful Foodies Might Consider Less Meat
Reducetarianism holds a familiar lesson: Everything in moderation.
Rebuilding Ferguson, Residents Seek Local Leadership
Pastors, ministry leaders, and others emphasize community-led efforts.
This MLK Day Feels Different
A reflection on recent tensions and a renewed sense of hope.

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