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Tears at the Table

My 'holy discontent' over hunger in America.

Accidentally Racist and Intentionally Ignorant

How the controversial Brad Paisley-LL Cool J duet keeps us from seeing the real, systemic problems of race.

Don't Let Dysfunctional Politics Override the Christian Call for Justice

Facing critics from both sides after I quit the AARP.

'Imago Dei' in a Nursing Home

Bringing Alzheimer's into the pro-life Christian conscience.

Christians Don't Have 'the Right to Be Stupid'

Hey, John Kerry: Religious freedom is no joking matter.

A Higher Calling to Protect

Christians' deeper considerations of women in combat.

Female Heroes in a New Kind of Combat

Military women already serve and sacrifice in today's wars.

The Christian Case for the American Dream

Even though economists say the dream is nothing more than a fairytale, I'm still not ready to let it go.

Will America Keep the Faith?

Journalist David Aikman wonders whether our nation will squander its spiritual heritage.

How Maya Moore Brings Style and Grace to the U.S. Olympic Women's Team

The basketball star hopes to add Olympic gold to the list of accomplishments.

Episcopal Church Approves Same-Sex Blessing Rites

The move comes after Presbyterians and Methodists retained the denominations' definition of marriage as between a man and a woman.

Do the Church Fathers, the Founding Fathers, and Catholic Saints Really Go Together?

Thoughts on the roots of religious liberty as the Catholic Church's "Fortnight for Freedom" comes to a close.

Q & A: Os Guinness on What Freedom in the Balance Looks Like

Why American Christians should work to sustain the American experiment.

Pro-Life Democrats Dwindle in Congress

Redistricting and retirements may halve the small group—again.

When Dad Is in Prison

Mentoring programs for children of prisoners let faith flourish after federal cutback.

Book Buyer Beware? It's Christian Fiction.

Controversy brews over labels on Christian novels.

Black Church Barrios: African American Churches Adapt to Latino Neighbors

Shifting demographics necessitate a second look at historic churches' ministries.

Forced Out: Pastors' Fight and Flight

Research shows more than a quarter of pastors have been edged out of a church, regardless of denomination.

Polarizing Politics by Defending the Declaration

Social conservatism draws its viability from America's founding principles. A review of 'The Case for Polarized Politics.'

Contract Concern: USAID Policy on Hiring Alarms Charities

Groups concerned religious liberty fear they could be challenged in the future.

Evangelical Foundations See Surge in Donations

Wealthy Christians favor new tool for family funds.

The Supreme Court's Religious Freedom Reality Check

A recent unanimous ruling reveals deep commitment to our 'first freedom.'

Persecution in VBS Materials: How Much Information is Too Much for Children?

A new kids' curriculum adds a different focus.

Sailing into the Storm: Philip Ryken and D. Michael Lindsay on the Challenges in Christian Higher Education

College presidents discuss the relevance of Christian higher education, the theological issues facing Christian universities, and more.

City Shuts Down Church Club

Gang outreach slammed as dangerous business.

Little Colleges That Could

How five small Christian schools are adapting to the new environment.

The Missing Factor in Higher Education

How Christian universities are unique, and how they can stay that way.

Is Mercury Pollution's Effect on Newborns a Pro-Life Issue?

Observers weigh in.

The Price of Religious Advocacy in D.C.

More religious groups are spending more money on political lobbying than ever before.

Mars Hill Says It Released Leaders Over Church Discipline Cases

Two "had a pattern of overstepping their authority," church says.

After Komen, the Next Big Planned Parenthood Fight

Pro-life groups target $487 million in taxpayer funding for the nation's largest abortion provider.

Trading Spaces: Inner City Helps the Suburbs

Suburban poor change the direction of ministry.

A Fresh Call for U.S. Missionaries

Americans should focus less on 'Western guilt' and more on sharing the gospel.

Lone Senator Holding Religious Freedom Commission 'Hostage'

Watchdog may close up in less than a month. (Updated)

Twitter Reaches Out to Christian Leaders at Catalyst's 'Be Present' Conference

The company wants to verify prominent pastors as the religious leaders navigate social media challenges.

Supreme Court: What's More Important than Church Doctrine?

Can the justices decide an employment case without making religious decisions? Says Breyer: 'This is tough and I'm stuck.'

To Protect Freedom, ADF Needs IRS to Punish Pastors

The ironies of "Pulpit Freedom Sunday."

Baptist Fellowship Offering Cash Incentives to Churches Considering Female Pastors

Why leaders are willing to pay expenses for search committees that consider women for church leadership.

City Fines Couple for Hosting Bible Studies Without a Permit

Officials say the meetings violate residential use policies.

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