Church Life+Ministry

The Robert Park Puzzle
Korean-Americans reluctant to discuss arrest and release of missionary who entered North Korea.
The Toll of Our Toiling
John Piper takes an eight-month leave of absence.
'It's Not About the Past'
New Anglican and Lutheran groups need to nurture a positive identity.
Born Again … Again
In my ministry of racial reconciliation, I had to move from a culture of effort to a culture of grace.
More Important Than Christmas?
Why pro-life Protestants don't say much about the Annunciation—or the unborn Jesus.
Art for God's Sake
For over 20 years, Greg Wolfe has been weaving the braid of faith and art.
Holy Subversion
Allegiance to Christ in an age of rivals.
Out of Context
Debate over 'Camel method' probes limits of Muslim-focused evangelism.
The Resurrection Changes Everything
'Raised With Christ' highlights the neglected central event of our faith.
Love Needs No Reason
One difference between the therapeutic gospel and the liberating gospel.
Reclaiming St. Patrick's Day
But if we are to choose a social issue for March 17, what would it be?
The Evolution of Sin
Old Testament professor Gary Anderson explains how sin came to be seen as a debt rather than a weight—and how that shaped Christianity.
Practically Theological
How churches are teaching doctrine—and finding eager participants.
Glenn Beck: 'Leave Your Church'
Advocacy groups respond to the conservative commentator's call to leave churches that promote social justice. Plus, reactions to health care in the House and gay rights in Virginia.
The Lost Art Of Catechesis
It's a tried and true way of teaching, among other things, Christian doctrine.
The Mind Under Grace
Why a heady dose of doctrine is crucial to spiritual formation.
Islamic Gunmen Kill Christian Aid Workers in Pakistan
World Vision worker says militants dragged his colleagues into room and executed them.
Beyond Believers
Religion is now the hottest topic for American historians.
Jesus Ball in Slovakia
GoodSports reaches a culture suspicious of Christians by teaching kids how to hit an inside pitch.
Reforming Immigration
Samuel Rodriguez, James Hoffmeier, and David Skeel chart the best road to approach 'the stranger.'

Top Story May 2, 2024

Was Paul a Slave?
Was Paul a Slave?
The surprising argument that Saul of Tarsus was born into bondage.

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