The Ted Haggard scandal exposes our movement's strengths and weaknesses. A Christianity Today editorial.

The real achievement of 'The Nativity Story' is its portrayal of Joseph.

The real achievement of The Nativity Story is its portrayal of Joseph.

Joel Hunter steps down from presidency of the Christian Coalition of America, C. Ben Mitchell becomes director of the Center for Bioethics and Human Dignity, and other stories.

Why the mother of Jesus was more revolutionary than we've been led to believe.

Catherine Hardwicke has always loved the Christmas story, but never really considered the human side of those famous icons surrounding the manger—till she was asked to direct The Nativity Story.

After a pastor's fall those remaining must lead themselves and not merely the church.

How one modest-sized church in North Carolina is making a big difference in the heart of Africa.

What leaders can learn from Joseph about the high cost of righteousness.

I coach my son's basketball team of fifth- and sixth-graders.

Why this role is a key piece to develping the next generation of leaders in your church.

Pregnancy care centers move to the inner city.

Agnieszka Tennant moves on.

Despite increasing repression, the life of Christ emerges in surprising ways.

This Holy Day is trampled in the Christmas rush.

Plus: Bush preaches on religious freedom in Vietnam, Norway debates church-state split, the latest on the Ted Haggard fallout, and other stories from online sources around the world.

Saddleback Church assumes Purpose Driven, scales back programs.