Seven biblical qualities that can nurture hope in today's church.

Sociologists say voicing our frustrations brings us together. Scripture offers another way.

Psychological diagnoses can tell someone they are not alone. They can also be used to alienate even further.

(UPDATED) The rich in faith get richer while the poor get poorer, according to Pew.

By many accounts, orthodox Christians have lost the culture wars. How they can live well—not vanish—in a time of retreat.

How even the harshest criticism makes us better writers.

Focus on the Family and LifeWay Research survey compares the happily and unhappily married.

Why sustainable social enterprise has to be more than a pity-inducing sales pitch.

When loving your neighbor means loving the church.

During Sunday service, pastor apologizes after court rejects how building funds were diverted to wife's pop music career.

How we imitate Christ by practicing the art of listening.

Eastern Mennonite U and Goshen College leave CCCU, rather than cause more dissension.

The former senator and United Nations ambassador says religious people should be the leading voices for political compromise.

Important developments in the church and the world.

A snapshot of Christian witness in the world (as it appeared in our November issue).

With relaxed travel rules, Cuban leaders wonder whether Americans will dampen their churches’ zeal.

From Screwtape to Swift, Terry Lindvall recommends books that tickle the funny bone—and prick the conscience.

Why we have hope for the church in a rapidly changing culture.

Readers respond to the September issue via letters, tweets, and blogs.