Theology+Spirituality

Picture Jesus: Is He Shiny?
Christ’s resplendence in the Transfiguration says more than we think.
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Gender Difference Is Real, but Too Complex to Spell Out All the Specifics
A theologian articulates an Augustinian alternative to the reigning perspectives on nature and culture.
The True Master of the Elements
Netflix’s live-action Avatar: The Last Airbender speaks to a longing C.S. Lewis described—and can remind us of our promises in Christ.
‘Continue to Remember’ the Suffering in Ukraine
Christians should be known for uplifting the afflicted before a distracted world.
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Like-Minded, Not Like Me
Birds of a feather might flock together, but Christians must flock to Christ.
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God Says My Afro Hair Is Very Good
An excerpt on identity, hope, and glory from My Divine Natural Hair: Inspiration and Tips to Love and Care for Your Crown.
What a Murdered Russian Dissident Can Teach Us About Moral Courage
Alexei Navalny was willing to stand alone—knowing he’d never be alone in the bigger story.
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Doubt Is a Ladder, Not a Home
Churches should welcome questions. That doesn’t require embracing perpetual doubt.
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The Quest for a Good Children’s Bible
A children’s ministry veteran explains where kids’ Bibles tend to go wrong—and highlights a few that get it right.
The Old Testament Foretells the Crucifixion. What about the Resurrection?
Even before the coming of Christ, a “third day” refrain runs through Scripture.
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I Hated ‘Church People.’ But I Knew I Needed Them.
As I attended my second funeral in three weeks, two Christians showed me a kindness I couldn’t explain.
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The Bible Was Written to Be Heard and Spoken to Be Read
God’s Word has oral and textual dimensions, and we shouldn’t pit them against one another.
The Surprising Practicality of Christian Philosophy
For believers, pursuing a philosophical life is the opposite of having your head in the clouds.
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Five Books to Encourage Single Parents
Chosen by Anna Meade Harris, author of ‘God’s Grace for Every Family: Biblical Encouragement for Single Parent Families and the Churches That Seek to Love Them Well.’
The Evil Ideas Behind October 7
The Hamas attacks in Israel have a grotesque ideological history and deserve unflinching moral judgment.
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The Holy Sound Stuck Inside Your Head
We love a catchy song. God does too.
The Weird True History of the Easter Bunny
From Constantinople to “the Singing Cowboy,” the odd folk tradition of egg-delivering rabbits was invented bit by bit.
Empty Streets to the Empty Grave
While reporting in Israel, photographer Michael Winters captures an unusually vacant experience at the Church of the Holy Sepulcher.
‘God & Country’ Preaches to the Choir
Rob Reiner’s documentary makes a strong case against political extremism in the name of Christ—for those who already agree.
How a Radio Current Jolted a Christian Leader into Staying in Ministry
After an accident on a radio tower, Federico Magbanua went on to inspire a generation of pastors in the Philippines.

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Christian artists work at the intersection of music and climate change.

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