Church Life+Ministry

Does Protestantism Need to Die?
Or to recover its riches? Two Protestant luminaries look at the legacy of the Reformation, 500 years later.
Incredible Indian Christianity: A Special Report on the World’s Most Vibrant Christward Movement
Why it’s the best and worst of times for India’s burgeoning churches.
Gleanings: November 2016
Important developments in the church and the world (as they appeared in our November issue).
Why Africa Needed Its Own Study Bible
And why Americans might want one too.
How to Regain Cultural Capital
The persecuted church shows the power of community amid social hostility.
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The Year of Living Hopelessly
2016 tempted us toward nihilism. We don’t have to go there.
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How Gratitude Made Ann Voskamp an Activist
Ann Voskamp’s rural Canadian life may seem picture perfect. But with her new book, the intensely shy writer could spark a social movement among North American Christians.
The Bogus Scandal That Nearly Ruined the Father of Trinitarian Orthodoxy
At least no one brings severed hands to church anymore—right?
The Unique Church Alliance That's Bringing Love to At-Risk Kids
How two Houston pastors united their congregations to better serve their city.
The CallingEpisode 26|47min
Max Lucado's Hope for This Election Season
Why the beloved pastor and best-selling author isn't despairing for the church's future.
The Church and the Huddled Masses
Throughout US history, the church has had a complicated relationship with the "homeless, tempest-tost" looking for a better life.
She Reads Truth: Why Women Will Lead the 21st-Century Bible Resurgence
A hashtag started a movement to get millions of women into the Word.
Planting an Immigrant Church in America's Whitest City
Meet the retiree-turned-pastor who's creating a home for Portland's Arabic Christians.
The CallingEpisode 25|28min
How 'Colorblind' Christianity Broke Propaganda's Heart
The rapper, poet, and social activist on the story he can't believe we missed.
We’re Not Getting Any Younger
Our culture loves youth and fears age. Here’s what faith has to say.
The Beard-Battle that Almost Split Christendom
A fond look back at the time when growing facial hair was an excommunication-worthy offense.
Why the Whole Church Needs Psalm 137, Violent Imagery and All
A protest song for Syrian refugees and suburban soccer moms.
Church Apps: Distraction or Attraction?
How two Georgia churches are using mobile technology to connect to a new generation of churchgoers.
The CallingEpisode 24|40min
When Charles Stanley’s Marriage Ended, Prayer Was His Lifeline
Even after 40 years of ministry, the Southern Baptist luminary still starts and ends every day on his knees.
Randy Alcorn: God Wants You to Find Your Happy Place
Why happiness and holiness don’t have to be in conflict.

Top Story May 4, 2024

Conservative Methodists, Unite
Conservative Methodists, Unite
After this week’s UMC votes on LGBTQ issues, African Methodists should join American conservatives in the new Global Methodist denomination.

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