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How Larry Norman Became the Elvis Presley of Christian Rock
His music inspired a generation of Jesus freaks, but he never shook the suspicion of being a wolf in sheep’s clothing.
How Christian Faith Led a Single Woman to Defy Chairman Mao
Lin Zhao’s faith led her to embrace China's Communist movement—then pay the ultimate price for opposing it.
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In the Face of Moral Crisis, Churches Can’t Choose ‘Neutrality’
How Civil War–era churches that avoided taking sides on slavery ended up siding with its supporters.
Visit Those in Prison. Just Remember Jesus May Have Gotten There First.
Very often, people behind bars already have a relationship with God.
5 Books That Bring Science and Christianity Together
Responding to atheism, understanding genetics, and considering what evolution means for biblical interpretation.
Our March Issue: The Gospel for ‘Every Area of Life’
We still believe that the basic solution to the world’s crises—and our own—is theological.
Make American Politics Hopeful Again
How the call to “carry one another’s burdens” breaks down partisan stalemates.
Christian Parents and Schools Have 529 Reasons to Like New Tax Law
A Q+A on how college savings plans can now be used to pay for private K-12 tuition.
Not an Act of God: Ministries Respond to Surge in Mass Shootings
Christian counselors once focused on natural disasters now frequently address manmade crises.
The Hard Truth About Mr. Right
An excerpt from “Party of One: Truth, Longing, and the Subtle Art of Singleness.”
Getting from ‘Hello’ to ‘I Do’ on a Christian College Campus
Evangelical students are dating with marriage in mind, but the road to the altar is anything but simple.
What to Give Up for Lent 2018? Consider Twitter’s Top 100 Ideas
(UPDATED) On the first VaLENTine's Day since WWII, it appears chocolate and alcohol will be absent from many dates.
250 Child Soldiers in South Sudan Begin Recovery with World Vision
The world’s newest nation remains its most fragile state.
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‘Muscular Christianity’ Influenced the Creation of the Modern Olympics
How faith and fitness came together to bring back the ancient Greek competition.
Max Lucado, Beth Moore, and Hundreds of Evangelicals Call for Immigration Reform … Again
A year after their letter opposing the refugee ban, the biggest names in the church are defending Dreamers, persecuted Christians, and more.
Judges: ICE Can’t Deport 100 Christians to Indonesia (Yet)
Immigrants in New Hampshire and New Jersey ‘fear persecution and torture’ back home.
Sovereign Grace Disputes Rachael Denhollander’s Remarks
As former gymnast advocates for victims in the church, SGC calls her take on its past scandal “not true.”
The Place the Freed Slaves Made
A think-tank leader and former presidential aide shares his debt of gratitude to the people of Madison Park, Alabama.
UN Rejects Samaritan’s Purse VP Nominated for Refugee Role
Update: Evangelical Ken Isaacs loses the position amid controversy over social media remarks.
Puerto Rico: 3,000 Churches Damaged, Fewer Christians Left to Rebuild
Attendance drops as 400,000 island residents move to the mainland.

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Forrest Frank Is Making the Internet’s Vibiest Christian Music
Forrest Frank Is Making the Internet’s Vibiest Christian Music
His upbeat hits and worship collaborations are capturing younger listeners on social media.

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