Advancing the stories and ideas of the kingdom of God.
August 17, 1635: Richard Mather arrives in Boston. He began the "Mather Dynasty" in New England Puritanism that also included his son, Cotton, and grandson, Increase (see issue 41: American Puritans).
August 17, 1761: William Carey, who would become a tremendously influential and effective Baptist missionary to India, is born in Northamptonshire, England (see issue 36: William Carey).
The Russell Moore Show
Christian justice, gospel-centered living, and faithful action
Young men are right to want agency, clarity, and strength. But grit alone cannot carry them.
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Christ Church in Kerala tends to its garden while helping its parishioners and neighbors live sustainably.
Evangelical factions can increasingly be identified by our speech. We agree on big issues yet insult and talk past each other.
In her Supreme Court challenge, evangelical therapist Kaley Chiles calls the Colorado law a violation of her free speech.
Wire Story
Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship announced that its pastor of 48 years won’t return to leadership. The church expects son Jonathan Evans to succeed him.
Most Christians aren’t monks, missionaries, or martyrs. We’re unimpressive and unsatisfactory—yet saved by God’s scandalous grace.
Stuartpuram in India’s Andhra Pradesh was once known for its armed robbers. Then the gospel changed them.