Today’s Briefing

Many evangelicals feel as if they’re losing influence. Is it time to let Jesus take the political wheel?

My worth wasn’t determined by whether my parents “wanted” me but by my very existence.

China’s halt on international adoptions leaves children with medical needs in institutions rather than family care.

Joseph’s story in the Old Testament is one example among many in history where a government’s response to crisis paved the way for later abuses of power.

Behind the Story

CT has launched a new series called Evangelicals in a Diverse Democracy, with each essay offering reflections on being “faithful neighbors” in a pluralistic society.

When legal scholar and author John Inazu kicked off the series last week, he acknowledged how some of these buzzwords around interfaith engagement have historically been a turnoff for evangelicals:

I want to destigmatize interfaith among evangelicals leery of the word by demonstrating that Christians can hold our convictions firmly and partner generously with non-Christians across many domains: friendship, advocacy, religious freedom, charitable services, education, and more. And I want to help show the interfaith community that evangelicals—especially younger ones—are eager for these partnerships.

Today’s piece from theologian Matthew Kaemingk is a meditation on how evangelicals can respond to America’s changing religious landscape with neither anger nor passivity. Editor Bonnie Kristian said to keep an eye out for additional articles in this series, running on a weekly basis, from writers including Justin Giboney and Karen Swallow Prior.

Paid Content

Struggling with compulsive sexual behaviors or the pain of betrayal? Pure Desire Ministries offers hope and healing through their biblically-based, clinically-informed approach.

Their free eBooks provide valuable insights for those seeking freedom from porn addiction or healing from betrayal trauma. Whether you’re personally affected or supporting a loved one, these resources offer practical steps toward recovery.

To start your journey toward lasting change and restored relationships, explore Pure Desire’s website and download your free eBook today.

Advertise with us

In Other News

A Texas church keeps in touch with its members who are stuck in orbit aboard the International Space Station.
Christians are meeting privately in Rwanda as leaders quietly protest a crackdown on unapproved churches.
A federal court ruled that a Florida high school football association didn’t violate the First Amendment when it prohibited private schools from using the public address system for prayer.
One of the most-anticipated art shows in New York City this year is a curated collection of pre-Renaissance paintings from a town devastated by plague. Almost all of the art features biblical scenes.

Today in Christian History

September 10, 422: Celestine is elected pope. During his tenure, he convoked the Council of Ephesus to combat the Nestorian “heresy” (this belief, that Christ had two natures and two persons, was probably more semantic overstatement than heresy) and reportedly sent Patrick to Ireland as a missionary (see issue 60: How the Irish Were Saved).

How to Talk About God and Politics in Polarized Times

How do we talk about Big Things when it seems so risky? It feels hard these days to even mention Jesus in conversation when we are faced with hostility toward…

Died: Andar Ismail, Prolific Writer Who Made Theology Simple

Andar Ismail, a prolific Christian writer who distilled theological truths into short stories accessible to ordinary Indonesians, died of congestive heart failure on August 25. He was 84. From 1981…

China Ends International Adoptions, Leaving Hundreds of Cases in Limbo

The Chinese government has officially ended its international adoption program, foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning announced Thursday, ending hopes for hundreds of US families who were matched with children before…

What It Means to Be Well

Show Notes Burnout seems to be everywhere we look—maybe even inside ourselves. On this episode of Being Human, host Steve Cuss welcomes Alan Briggs, the founder of Stay Forth, a coaching…

in the magazine

The secret is out: We’ve updated our look with a nod to our legacy and refreshed our content—while keeping longtime favorites like testimonies and books coverage. In this issue, we look to the past for wisdom to address a fractured evangelicalism in the present and future, with editor in chief Russell Moore issuing a call for moral clarity. Read an in-depth report on a consequential evangelical voting bloc; sit with an honest reflection on struggling to find community; and, as same-sex sexuality divides the church, be equipped and encouraged to stand on biblical fidelity. New features include an advice column (featuring Beth Moore), some curated podcast gold, and a brand-new pastoral column. We’re glad you’re here with us and look forward to seeking the kingdom together in this new era at Christianity Today.

VIEW FULL ISSUE

SUBSCRIBE NOW

CT Daily Briefing

Get the most recent headlines and stories from Christianity Today delivered to your inbox daily.

Delivered free via email to subscribers weekly. Sign up for this newsletter.

You are currently subscribed as no email found. Sign up to more newsletters like this. Manage your email preferences or unsubscribe.

Christianity Today is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
“Christianity Today” and “CT” are the registered trademarks of Christianity Today International.

Privacy & Cookies | Advertise with Us | Subscribe to CT | Donate

Share