Culture

‘Heretic’ and the Truth That Sets Us Free

In the Hugh Grant horror movie, Latter-day Saint missionaries are entrapped in more ways than one.

Exorcism Movies’ Terrifying Truth

These films are far from theological treatises. But at their best, they depict the reality of evil—and the power of Jesus’ name.

‘Conclave’ Takes Power—and the Papacy—Seriously

Starring Ralph Fiennes and Stanley Tucci, the new film follows the process of choosing a leader of the Catholic church.

A Boy, A Heron, and A Grief Befriended

The celebrated film depicts the weird (and occasionally wonderful) world after loss.

Forgiveness Is an Art

The new movie “Exhibiting Forgiveness” depicts the dysfunction of generational trauma—and the freedom that’s on offer.

The Robot Will Lie Down With the Gosling

In “The Wild Robot,” hospitality reprograms relationships.

Heaven Is A Homeplace

Hurricane Helene devastated the land I love. My pain points me toward what’s to come.

What Would Lecrae Do?

Why Kendrick Lamar’s question matters.

Fasting Is A Good Thing. But For Some of Us, It’s Complicated.

My history of disordered eating means I practice the spiritual discipline in community and with accommodations.

‘The Office’ Meets Exodus in ‘The Promised Land’

The director of the YouTube series spoke with CT about making a funny show based on Scripture.

Houston Ballet Debuts New Work Based on … C.S. Lewis

One of the largest ballet companies in the US has commissioned a piece about “The Four Loves.”

Taste and See If the Show is Good

Christians like to talk up pop culture’s resonance with our faith. But what matters more is our own conformity to Christ.

Humility in the Age of Cancel Culture

Mike Cosper is joined by Frank Bruni for a conversation about the root of polarization.

The Squandering of ‘God’s Not Dead’

The 10-year-old franchise is right that Christians face challenges. But its latest installment, ‘In God We Trust,’ is another disappointment.

How Colombia’s Most Popular Christian Artist Landed in Houston

Alex Campos has a new home in Texas and a new musical focus—Latin worship.

I Had a Horrific Childhood. I’m Glad I Exist.

The prospect of a rough upbringing, even one as traumatic as mine, should never be “remedied” by abortion.

What to Watch for in ‘Rings of Power’ Season 2

The sumptuous Tolkien prequel has returned. Here’s what a few CT writers noticed.

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