Theology+Spirituality

A New Age of Miracles
Around the world, wherever churches are growing, reports of the miraculous are rampant. What do they mean?
Making Too Much of Marriage
The problem is not God's good gift of holy matrimony—it's when we desire it above all else, forgetting the Christian virtue of self-denial.
'Jesus Said to Them, "My Wife..."'
Manuscript fragment apparently from the 300s suggests debate over whether Jesus was married.
What's His Is Ours
Christ's righteousness belongs to those who receive by faith God's promise of forgiveness.
Out with the Old (Testament)?
Paula Fredriksen ignores the early church's Israelite foundations, producing a selective (but lively) history of the idea of sin.
The Second Coming Christ Controversy: More Leaders Speak Out
David Jang's emissaries to Singapore speak for the first time on why they believed he was a new Christ, why they changed their minds, and how his organization operates.
Closer than Ever to the Breath of God
Why Protestants are especially fascinated with the Dead Sea Scrolls.
Learning from the Artists about People and Place
Craig Goodworth's installation helped me see God's work in my current home of Durham.
Asian American Religiosity
A new survey's findings on the differences between Asians and Asian Americans.
Max Lucado Goes Overboard on Grace
It's one of those things you don't want to moderate despite the risks, he says.
The Evangelical Jesus Prayer
It's not perfect, but the Sinner's Prayer is a work of genius.
You Are Where You Live
Where a person calls home may be their most defining quality, says artist Craig Goodworth.
The Cosmos's Best-Kept Secret
Who we really are in Christ.
Todd Akin, 'Legitimate Rape,' and Gospel Healing for Victims of Sexual Assault
The controversy over the Missouri congressman's comments gives Christians a chance to understand sexual assault with wisdom and theological depth.
How (Not) to Be Worldly: Tracing the Borders of the 'Earthly City'
What the ancient phrase can teach today's Christians about our attempts at cultural transformation.
Study Shows Most Americans Own Bibles but Won't Vote for Obama or Romney Based on Them
American Bible Society study shows the extent - and limit - of Bible's influence.
Walking toward Wellness: How Healthy Eating Informs Our Kingdom Work
Two Christians who promote natural foods as part of their vocational callings.
The Second Coming Christ Controversy
David Jang has become an increasingly influential figure in Asian and now American evangelicalism. He and his followers have founded media outlets and a Christian college and are key influencers in the World Evangelical Alliance. But many say he leads a group that has encouraged the belief that he's the 'Second Coming Christ.' Is there any truth to the allegations?
Digesting Grace: Why the Food We Eat Matters to God
And why buying produce from our local CSA reminds me of this fact.
How Rick Warren Harnessed the Power of Social Habits
And why—after plunging into depression—Saddleback's pastor now pushes spiritual habits through 'The Power of Habit' concept.

Top Story April 19, 2024

Died: Mandisa, ‘Overcomer’ Singer and American Idol Star
Died: Mandisa, ‘Overcomer’ Singer and American Idol Star
The Grammy-winning artist was found dead at her home in Nashville at age 47.

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