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The Purpose of the World: To Become the Church
Paul on “good works”—and my replies to initial critiques of this series.
News & Reporting
Important Developments in the Church and the World
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Will Southern Baptists’ Political Truce Last Through 2020?
After a polarizing presidential election in 2016, evangelicals rethink their discourse and engagement. - Jun 14,
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Praying for Patients Is Common, But Comes With Legal Risk
Most healthcare workers want to offer spiritual care if the sick are open to it—but doing so cost a Pentecostal nurse in the UK her job. - Jun 12,
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Died: Lloyd John Ogilvie, Celebrated Preacher and Senate Chaplain
The lifelong leader and teacher encouraged pastors and politicians alike to “Let God Love” them. - Jun 12,
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Southern Baptists Vote to Name Abuse as Grounds for Expelling Churches
SBC also approves new committee to evaluate member churches.
African and West Indian Christians Are Changing the UK ChurchHow God is working through the Windrush generation and beyond.
Why Indians Choose to Follow Jesus Despite OppositionChrist's message of love, forgiveness, peace and justice is too compelling to resist.
The Bonhoeffer That History OverlookedIn 1946, a man named Ernst Lohmeyer disappeared from East Germany. It took me three decades to piece together his story.
Fleeing North in the Full Armor of GodWhen our church offered therapy to traumatized migrants, we witnessed the healing power of Scripture.
How Should We Think About Declining Denominational Numbers?There’s more that matters than just the numbers.
In Charleston, Racial Healing Meant More Than Hugs and Unity MarchesAs the first anniversary of the 2015 church massacre neared, public shows of support masked private tensions. But cracks were appearing in the city’s segregated silos.
Are Guns Inherently Evil?Shane Claiborne and Michael Martin envision a future without firearms. Should believers rally to their cause?
What This Charleston Massacre Documentary Wants to Tell Us About ForgivenessA close look at the deadly church shooting, “Emanuel” reveals ruthless sin, scandalous mercy, and divides that persist.
Oh, the Places We’ll StayIn a world that promises liberation from the limits of place, we are called to be rooted disciples.
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Beth Moore Is Speaking UpHow the Southern Baptist Bible teacher is shaking up her denomination and American evangelicalism at large. -
An Apology to the Christian 99%, from the 1%You don’t exist to help professional ministry leaders fulfill the Great Commission. We exist to help you do it. -
Pro-Lifers Aren’t HypocritesThe concerted effort to end abortion is much more diverse and holistic than it gets credit for. -
The Church Does Not Exist for the Sake of the WorldAccording to Scripture, the people of God have a higher purpose.
Special Sections
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Pro-Lifers Aren’t HypocritesThe concerted effort to end abortion is much more diverse and holistic than it gets credit for.
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The Indescribable Joy Of Loving The Church God Called You To ServeSometimes, being able to say “I love this church and I want to stay here” is enough to keep you going.(Pivot) -
Some Christians Are Turning Over a New Leaf with CBD OilThose using the hemp-based product often find relief amid a lack of understanding and regulation. -
Before ‘Uncle Tom’ Was a Bestseller, He Was Josiah HensonBorn into slavery, this preacher and Underground Railroad conductor served as the inspiration for a history-making book. -
The Risk of Inviting Jesus into Your Summer
Can this season be one where I grow with God and with my neighbor? -
Was I Betraying My Church by Interviewing Elsewhere?Seasons of pastoral transition are conflicting—and they should be. -
An Apology to the Christian 99%, from the 1%You don’t exist to help professional ministry leaders fulfill the Great Commission. We exist to help you do it.
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How David Brooks Meandered Toward GodThe New York Times columnist hasn’t become a Christian of the “Protestant evangelical variety,” but his latest book offers a fine example of spiritual autobiography.
