Past Imperfect
David Neff
David Neff is editor in chief of Christianity Today, where he has worked since 1985. He is also the former editor in chief of Christian History magazine, and continues to explore the intersection of history and current events in his bimonthly column, "Past Imperfect." His earlier column, "Editor's Bookshelf," ran from 2002 to 2004 and paired Neff's reviews of thought-provoking books and interviews with the authors.
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Misreading the Magnificat
It's hard to find hymns that embody Scripture's sharp critique of the rich.
December 20, 2012
The Hymns That Haunt Us
A newborn atheist just can't get the church's music out of her head.
August 24, 2012
Private Faith and Public Policy: Where Obama and Santorum Agree
Let's not vomit on JFK's famous church-state speech.
May 10, 2012
Why Last Saturday's Political Conclave of Evangelical Leaders Was Dangerous
Brothers and sisters, we are neither kingmakers nor powerbrokers.
January 18, 2012
How the Physical Form of a Bible Shapes Us
Will the digital Scriptures speed the decline of family spirituality once fostered by family Bibles?
January 17, 2012
Criminalizing Circumcision
We have secularized the ancient Jewish rite—but it is still inescapably religious.
August 29, 2011
Remember the Red Sea
Why not capitalize on the richness and mystery of our ancient symbols?
May 19, 2011
John Stott: The Man Who Wouldn't Be Bishop
Discernment and discipline have enabled him to touch lives worldwide.
March 16, 2011
Sudan's Politics of Prayer
If there were ever a time for intercession in international affairs, this is it.
January 5, 2011
Dwelling in Heaven's Suburbs
Creating a culture of resurrection is key to full-orbed ministry.
September 28, 2010
Stride Toward Peace: The Mideast's Nonviolent Moment
Risking love in a land of violence.
July 12, 2010
'It's Not About the Past'
New Anglican and Lutheran groups need to nurture a positive identity.
March 29, 2010
How the Early Church Read the Bible
The church fathers show us how to read Scripture imaginatively.
January 18, 2010
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