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Evangelicalism
There are many ways to define evangelicalism, whether it’s sociologically, politically, or theologically. The best-known and most widely used definition comes from David Bebbington’s 1989 Evangelicalism in Modern Britain. Known as the Bebbington quadrilateral, it lists four emphases used to identify evangelicalism: the importance of the Bible, Christ’s redemptive work on the cross, the need for conversion, and activism.
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Study: Evangelical Churches Aren’t Particularly Political
Even if members are politically active and many leaders are often outspoken about issues and candidates they support, most congregations make great efforts to keep politics out of the church when they gather.
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In Italy, Evangelicals Wage a Quiet War on Christmas
Born-again Christians say the holiday is too Catholic and the celebration of Jesus’ birth isn’t based on the Bible.
In the Divided Balkans, Evangelicals Are Tiny in Number, but Mighty
A leading Serbian researcher discusses how evangelicals have made a tangible difference.
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Tending and Keeping the Christian Past in an ‘Ahistoric Age’
Why the work of historical stewardship isn’t just for historians.
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What to Salvage from Fundamentalism
Like Richard Mouw, I’m reluctant to discard everything about this flawed heritage.
Power Without Integrity Destroys Us
Evangelicals helped elect Trump. Can evangelicals also hold him accountable?
Paul’s Prescription for a Polarized Church
The apostle’s ethic of welcome challenges our personal, social, and political instincts.
Go Slow and Repair Things
We’re facing huge problems in our culture—problems an election alone can’t solve. But by God’s grace, we can do the small, daily work of repair.
The Scandal of the Evangelical Heart
The love of many Christians has grown cold. How can we reorder our desires and affections?
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The Church Is the World’s Greatest Love Story
Formal membership figures might rise and fall. But God’s desire for his people never wavers.