Open Doors says 2014 saw the worst persecution of Christians in the 'modern era'—but not because of violence.

Important developments in the church and the world (as they appeared in our January/February issue).

(UPDATED) Urgent request on visa problem notes: 'YWAM has never been the type of organization which fits neatly into boxes.'

Rep. Frank Wolf, human rights champion, calls on evangelicals to intensify the fight for religious liberty.

If we really wanted pageviews, we’d do a story on whether Jesus rescued animals from hell.

World Vision's reversal, Kay Warren on son's suicide, 33 Christian leaders under 33, and more.

A glimpse at the important work that goes on at excavations every year.

Long-dormant pilgrimage route focuses on Jesus' post-Christmas journey.

When women cry for peace, we can at least be the ones to listen.

Did you catch all the religion news that CT readers found most interesting this year?

(UPDATED) Hindu nationalists refuse to back down on Christian and Muslim re-conversions, dub India a 'Hindu nation.'

South Korean Christians reverse plan to light the North Korean border with holiday cheer.

An excerpt from ‘The Measure of Success: Uncovering the Biblical Perspective on Women, Work, and the Home’.

How the church stands to benefit from rising educational attainment.

An excerpt from ‘Visions of Vocation: Common Grace for the Common Good.'

True sympathy is wonderful. Playing one form of suffering against another is not.

Inconclusive storytelling stirs our longing for justice.

Millionaire lawyer Mark Lanier moonlights as a Sunday school teacher.

The good intentions behind conservative campus rules.