Politics+Current Affairs

A Lament for Louisiana After the Floods
As I grieve the tragedy in my home state, I’ve found solace in a surprising place.
A Splintered Boko Haram Becomes an Even Greater Threat to Christians
The plight of the 218 kidnapped Chibok schoolgirls remains uncertain after a recent split in the world’s deadliest terrorist group.
Does Your Church Talk About Prison?
The disparities in America's criminal justice system find an echo in which churches do, and don't, discuss the issue.
Adding Criminal Justice Reform to Prison Ministry
Churches and ministries are becoming increasingly involved in prison reform.
Urban Churches Face Black Flight
African American congregations try two new options to stay in DC: white neighbors and developers.
Grapes of Wrath: Refugees Face Steinbeck Scenario in Lebanon's Napa Valley
While US debates resettling 10,000 Syrians, a country smaller than Connecticut struggles with hosting 1.5 million.
Evangelicals and Race—A New Chapter
Why racial justice and reconciliation are now core for the movement.
Are American Christians Really ‘Persecuted’?
If our overseas brothers and sisters say we are, then we probably are.
The Good (and Bad) News About Christian Higher Education
‘Christian colleges are as strong as they’ve been since the 1920s,’ says historian William Ringenberg. But there are challenges on the horizon.
How Churches Change the Equation for Life After Prison
One of the hardest days of incarceration may be the day it ends. The church can be there to make a difference.
Racism Rejected
A snapshot of Christian witness in the world (as it appeared in our September issue).
Gleanings: September 2016
Important developments in the church and the world (as they appeared in our September issue).
Let Them Bake Cakes
The Great British Baking Show teaches me about offering and receiving friendship in a fractured world.
Putting the Fear of God in the Fashion Industry
Menswear creator Jerry Lorenzo wears his faith on his sleeve.
Indian Supreme Court: State Response to Anti-Christian Mob Violence ‘Inadequate’
The chief justice also said it was "very disturbing" that so many perpetrators had not yet been brought to justice.
Celebs from Michael Phelps to Kim Kardashian Want a Purpose-Driven Life
The bestseller's buzz has not died down 15 years later.
Exclusive Video Premiere: Churches Take on the Billion-Dollar Industry Making the Poor Poorer
When the state government did nothing, Texas churches stepped up to fight for change in their local communities.
Medal-Winning Swimmer Maya DiRado: My Faith Frees Me to Dream Big
She sets high goals inside and outside the pool, saying there’s more to life than swimming.
California Lawmaker Drops Controversial Proposal to Regulate Religious Colleges
SB 1146 won't be the religious liberty threat many Christians feared.
Israel Accuses World Vision Gaza Staffer of Giving Millions to Hamas
(UPDATED) World Vision halts Gaza operations, but disputes Israel’s accusations of fraud.

Top Story May 25, 2024

In Succor and Silence
In Succor and Silence
On praying past the end of silver linings to a God who often does not answer as I hope.

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