Excerpt from a popular writing that some wanted to include in the New Testament: The Shepherd of Hermas

Excerpts from an ancient Christian sermon

Can pardon be freely given for the worst offense?

What should Christians think about the hotly debated anniversary?

In his quest for spiritual peace, Luther had no idea he'd leave his world in turmoil.

What did Luther actually say in the 95 Theses?

What did Protestant ministers say about the raging national battle?

Sometimes victims must forgive their abusers even when reconciliation isn't possible.

Missionary David Brainerd was astonished by the Spirit's work.

She became an acclaimed abbess; he was one of the greatest philosophers of the medieval world. Yet their fabled love deeply damaged them both.

How one staff person and church responded to their pastor's failings.

An obscure monk invited debate on a pressing church issue—and touched off a history-shattering reform movement.