November 5, 2026
Not Just on Sunday
Lonetta McKee
Christian Living
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Giving Matters
Rick Chromey describes how a Tanzanian congregation turns offerings into practical support for people in need, challenging American churches to rethink financial priorities, generosity, and the relationship between…
Hakuna Matata
Rick Chromey recounts how a mission trip to Tanzania challenged his consumer habits, helping him distinguish wants from needs, rethink material possessions, and discover greater contentment through generosity…
Reading Again for the First Time
Mark A. Taylor explores how the curse of knowledge affects longtime Christians, challenging readers to rediscover the wonder of Scripture and communicate its message with greater understanding.
Fighting Against “the Death of Hope”
Neal Windham reviews William T. Cavanaugh's Being Consumed, exploring how consumer culture shapes human desires, economic choices, and relationships—and how Christian community offers an alternative to endless consumption.
The Kingdom of Anxiety or the Kingdom of God?
Ryan Connor examines how consumerism fuels worry and financial anxiety, drawing on Matthew 6 to explain Jesus' teaching about God's providence, material possessions, and choosing whom we serve.
Living on Less
E. G. “Jay” Link challenges Christians to reconsider their wealth through three changes in perspective, priorities, and purpose, showing how choosing to live on less can create opportunities…
Less Is More: A Suburban Mom Resists Consumer Culture to Increase Her Generosity
Janet McMahon shares how a year without buying anything for herself transformed her understanding of generosity, consumerism, community, and God's provision—and inspired her family to give away more.
Neighbor Saving
Jennifer Johnson reflects on friendship with her Jewish neighbors, exploring how everyday kindness, honest religious conversations, and mutual respect can build genuine community without compromising personal beliefs.
A Spiritual Checkup
Mark A. Taylor offers thoughtful questions for an annual spiritual checkup, encouraging readers to reflect on prayer, Scripture reading, relationships, service, and regrets before setting meaningful goals for…
Studies in Pride, Lessons in Humility
LeRoy Lawson reviews three books on difficult conversations, self-deception, and Lyndon Johnson's presidency, finding a common lesson in humility, the limits of human judgment, and the importance of…
We Follow Too
Mark A. Taylor reflects on Mary, Joseph, and Zechariah, whose responses to God's unexpected plans reveal the challenges of trusting his promises and the blessings that can follow…
The Color of Christmas
Daniel Schantz explores the spiritual meaning of a white Christmas through snow, Scripture, and familiar carols, revealing four themes of Christ's coming: grace, celebration, triumph, and the splendor…
What a Bunch of Hard-core Vegan Pagans Taught Me About Jesus
Ryan Rasmussen discovers unexpected lessons about Christian living through friendships with vegan musicians. Their hospitality, listening, simplicity, community, and unconditional acceptance challenge how believers build relationships with people…
The Ironic Opportunity of Christmas
Ethan Magness challenges Christians to redeem Christmas through Advent, Mary's Magnificat, and the incarnation. Discover three opportunities to move beyond consumerism and celebrate Christ through preparation, generosity, and…
King Corn and Captain Kirk
Jay Engelbrecht examines sugar consumption, processed foods, and biblical wisdom for healthy eating. Drawing on family advice, food history, and Scripture, he challenges readers to consider how they…
