Doctrinal Issues & Debates

10 Foundation Stones of the Church—No. 2: Authority

The Role of Women from the Resurrection to Today

When the Unlimited Takes on Limitations

Eisegesis for Everyone

Up Against the Wall

We Believe Jesus Is Lord

Debatable Issues

Working Women/Women’s Work: A View from the Heartland

Are church-imposed boundaries limiting God's possibilities? Susan Lawrence explores women's gifts, teaching and leadership roles, and the importance of encouraging every person to discover God's purpose beyond self-imposed…

Mystery, Model, Hope

Why do the incarnation and virgin birth matter? Chad Ragsdale explores how God becoming human in Jesus reveals the heart of Christmas, answers humanity's longing for God, and…

Escape Eschatology

Does end-times teaching encourage Christians to escape the world or engage it? Jim Tune critiques “escapeatology” and argues that biblical hope should strengthen the church's mission and present…

Four Days Later: Still Time to Ponder

After Christmas celebrations end, does the wonder of Jesus' birth remain? Mark A. Taylor reflects on the mystery of the incarnation, Christ's humanity, and his continuing presence in…

Christmas: It’s a Heart Thing

Jim Tune reflects on the wonder of Christmas, drawing on Tim Keller's teaching about preaching to the heart and exploring the mystery of the incarnation—God becoming human in…

Baker Knew Speaker Choice Was Unconventional

The decision to feature a woman preacher at the NACC sparked debate over biblical authority, church tradition, and women's leadership, as Jodi Hickerson and other ministry leaders shared…

Starting at the Bottom

Jim Tune reflects on the profound mystery of the incarnation, exploring how Jesus humbled himself without ceasing to be God and why the wonder of Christ's coming should…

Just Enough Scaffolding

How can Christian churches pursue unity without compromising their convictions? Mark A. Taylor reflects on insights from Bob Russell, Rick Grover, and Paul Blowers about Restoration Movement identity…