February
2012
Volume 56, Number 2

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The CT archives are a rich treasure of biblical wisdom and insight from our past. Some things we would say differently today, and some stances we've changed. But overall, we're amazed at how relevant so much of this content is. We trust that you'll find it a helpful resource.
Cover Stories

The government is by far the best institution to raise the poor's standard of living. The church does something more important for them.
Mark Galli
Features

Jesus Christ embodies the meaning of life, the goal of history, and the pattern of the future.
Russell D. Moore
Views

What will really happen this weekend when churches gather in school buildings for the last time?
A Christianity Today Editorial
Reviews
A mix of Oscar favorites and little-known indie films makes up our annual list. PLUS: Macho Christians in the movies.
Celebrating Dickens' 200th Birthday
Gary Colledge, author of the forthcoming 'God and Charles Dickens' (Brazos Press)
Controversies over religion in public education are as old as public education itself.
Matt Reynolds
News
A law prohibiting convicted sex offenders from living near a public-school bus stop created complications for one ministry.
Ken Walker