November 5, 2026
Not Just on Sunday
Lonetta McKee
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How to Cope in the Radical Middle
In a society divided by politics, ethics, and religion, how should Christians respond? Ian DiOrio explores how civility and empathy help believers engage differing viewpoints with conviction, respect,…
Jesus: The Middleman
Jesus stands between God and humanity as the perfect mediator. Rubel Shelly challenges Christians to reject false dilemmas, overcome religious polarization, and follow Christ's example of reconciliation, humility,…
In All Things Love
Can cultural assumptions distort our understanding of Scripture? Jim Tune reflects on Huckleberry Finn, slavery, and the Civil War to challenge Christians to pursue justice, preserve unity, and…
A Middle Ground in the Religious Freedom Debate
Can Christians serve everyone without endorsing every belief or practice? Mark A. Taylor explores religious freedom, LGBT rights, and the distinction between providing service and participating in activities…
A Little More Substance, Please!
Jim Tune reflects on Ferguson, Eric Garner, and the importance of knowing others' stories, challenging Christians to move beyond superficial activism toward genuine relationships, humility, and meaningful engagement…
Secular View, Scriptural Standards
Dick Alexander reviews Jillian Straus's Unhooked Generation, exploring delayed marriage, modern dating, serial monogamy, and the cultural pressures that make lasting relationships difficult for young adults.
True Love and the Hookup Culture
Drawing on Donna Freitas's research, T.R. Robertson examines college hookup culture, students' emotional struggles, and three practical ways Christians can encourage healthier relationships through compassion, reflection, and honest…
Pondering the Future of Marriage
Jon Weatherly reflects on the 2014 ERLC conference about same-sex marriage, exploring changing cultural attitudes, Christian convictions, supportive congregational relationships, and the challenge of engaging public debates with…
Assessing a Pope, Learning about Armenia, Reconsidering Depression
LeRoy Lawson reviews four books examining Pope John XXIII, Armenian history and genocide, and chronic anxiety, offering reflections on compassionate leadership, historical memory, and the challenges of human…
After Selma
After watching Selma, Mark A. Taylor reflects on racial injustice, a troubling account of discrimination in a congregation, and the responsibility of Christians to move beyond sympathy toward…
Power, Politics, and the Kingdom
Jim Tune challenges Christians to look beyond partisan loyalties, questioning whether political hostility undermines unity and witness while contrasting worldly power with the sacrificial kingdom of Christ.
Your Privacy Policy
Chris Jefferson explains why churches and ministries need website privacy policies, examining data collection, donor information, transparency, visitor choice, and the opportunities and responsibilities of digital outreach.
It’s Good to Be an Alien
Drawing on his experiences as a resident alien in England, C. Robert Wetzel explores what 1 Peter teaches about Christian citizenship, moral responsibility, public witness, and obedience to…
Freedom From Fear
Jinghong Cai shares her experience of fear and religious persecution in China, examining the pressures faced by underground Christians and reflecting on the freedom to worship and witness…
India at a Crossroads
Following India's 2014 election, Abhineeta Matney examines Narendra Modi's rise, concerns about religious freedom, and the Christian minority's role in supporting justice, development, and constitutional protections.
