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The Dutch theologian argued the biblical worldview is fundamentally incompatible with ethnocentrism.
Reports of the death of fatherhood have been greatly exaggerated. There are many good dads, like mine, quietly blessing their children.
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Paternity Leave Made Me a Better Christian DadTime off at the very beginning helps fathers prepare to bring up their children in the “discipline and instruction of the Lord.”
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You Abused and Oppressed Me, Dad. I Forgive You.How a community’s example of radical forgiveness helped me relinquish my own rage.
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Church ‘Homelessness’ Must Not Be Grieved Too QuicklyIt’s okay to mourn what’s lost without losing hope for what’s to come.
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PCA Will Investigate ‘Jesus Calling’ BookThe author of the bestseller died last year. The investigation will determine if the book is appropriate for Christians.
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3 Ways I’ve Learned to Support China’s Christians Better as an American PastorDon’t let political rivalry define our perspectives of each other.
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Southern Baptists’ Nuanced Divides on Display at Annual MeetingFrom a wider slate of six candidates, president Clint Pressley takes the “strange honor” of leading the convention’s growing factions toward missional unity.
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Why Does Southern Baptist Abuse Reform Keep Hitting Hurdles?Leaders and advocates are grateful for the convention’s support but frustrated at the inability to enact their plans.español
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Love in an Attention CrisisReaders of the Latin Bible could see how close love and diligence are.
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Kids Aren’t Cheap. That Doesn’t Fully Explain Why We’re Ambivalent About Having Them.A new book explores why what was once a default life stage now feels like an increasingly fraught choice.
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I’m an Evangelical Parent of Adult LGBTQ Children. Now What?My theology is squarely orthodox. Now I need fellow Christians to help me work out a sustainable vision of day-to-day life with my children.
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All Churches Should Require Background ChecksAs a former police officer and PCA elder, I believe this basic step can protect congregations from predators.
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The SBC’s Abuse Prevention Work Is Not DoneFive years ago, our messengers pledged to take substantive action to end sexual abuse in our churches. We cannot let another year pass with that promise unfulfilled.
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Some Churches Call Clergy Sexual Misconduct an ‘Affair.’ Survivors Are Fighting to Make It Against the Law.Advocates push for legislation criminalizing sex between ministers and those they spiritually guide.
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Most Pastors Still Oppose Same-Sex MarriageLevels of support for LGBTQ relationships have plateaued among Protestant clergy.
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Southern Baptists, Outsiders Hear Our Confessions TooBaptist confessions have long drawn attention beyond the church. The proposal on male pastors will too.
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Indian Christians Relieved as Election Results Limit Hindu NationalistsWith Modi’s BJP denied an outright majority in parliament, church leaders credit prayer movements and hope the restoration of coalition politics will protect religious minorities.
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Many Southern Baptist Women Care More About Calling Than What They’re CalledAs the SBC debates restrictions around titles and roles, female leaders continue their work in women’s ministry in their local churches.
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How to Make Friends at ChurchIt’s tough to plunge into a new congregation. Here’s how to get your head above water.
News & Reporting
- Baptism by Flood: Kherson Christians Persevere After Ukraine Dam’s DestructionOccupied, liberated, and now underwater, Kherson remains on the frontline of fighting—and faith, as a local seminary president explains.
- Nondenominational Churches Are Adding Millions of Members. Where Are They Coming From?It’s not mainline traditions anymore.
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