November 5, 2026
Not Just on Sunday
Lonetta McKee
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Who Will Lead Racial Reconciliation in Your City?
Glen Elliott shares how pastors in Tucson built trust across racial divisions through honest conversations, shared worship, community engagement, and practical cooperation, offering an example of Christian reconciliation…
Just a Beginning
Mark A. Taylor acknowledges the limitations of Christian Standard's racial justice coverage and challenges Christians to move beyond indifference toward racial unity, reconciliation, and practical efforts to confront…
Racism: A Sin Problem
David Anderson explains why racism is a sin problem rather than a skin problem and introduces gracism, a biblical approach to extending favor and building relationships across racial,…
Discovering the RIGHT Story
Sean Palmer examines the stories Americans tell about race, slavery, and national identity, then challenges Christians to embrace a different narrative rooted in Christ, reconciliation, and the equal…
Racism Is a Spiritual Issue: An Interview with Jerry Taylor
Dr. Jerry Taylor discusses racial unity, the church's responsibility to confront racism, and the importance of confession, prayer, political accountability, and lasting relationships across racial differences.
We CAN Bridge the Racial Divide
Travis and Dena Hurley explore why visible unity across racial and cultural differences matters, drawing on their experience in a multiethnic church and the biblical call to reconciliation.
Barreto Lectures on ‘Race, Ethnicity, and the Bible Today’
Dr. Eric Barreto explores race, ethnicity, and the Bible in a lecture at Emmanuel Christian Seminary. Christian Standard recommends the video ahead of its June series on bridging…
Steps to Improve Political Discourse
Joe Boyd challenges churches to respond to political division by dropping labels, resisting fear, and listening to others. His three suggestions offer a gracious alternative to hostile public…
We Can Do Better
Reflecting on the 2016 presidential election, Mark A. Taylor shares insights from Joe Boyd and Dick Alexander on political disagreement, respectful conversation, prayer, and the responsibility of Christians…
WHAT’S NEXT?: Every Nation, Tribe, People, and Language
Cam Huxford shares how prayer, intentional hospitality, and a vision inspired by Revelation 7:9 helped his Savannah congregation welcome greater ethnic diversity and prepare for a multicultural future.
140 Character: How to Be a Social Media Missionary
How should Christians respond to online arguments and controversy? T.R. Robertson draws on Psalm 140 to explore social media ethics, online hostility, and the importance of reflecting God's…
Theology in the Public Square
How should Christians respond to political hostility? T. R. Robertson examines 1 Peter and the Roman Empire to explore a better approach to public life—one grounded in goodness,…
My Theology and My View of Technology
Chad Ragsdale examines how technology shapes our lives, relationships, and spiritual priorities. Drawing on the image of God and Isaiah 44, he explores technology's creative potential alongside its…
My Theology and My Engagement with Pop Culture
Laura Buffington explores why Christians should engage pop culture thoughtfully. Through two practical questions, she shows how movies, music, and television can deepen empathy, spark meaningful conversations, and…
Welcome Home, Syrians
Jim Tune recalls Canada's warm welcome of Syrian refugees and shares a touching encounter between an elderly refugee and his family dog, revealing how simple acts of kindness…
