Culture & Public Square helps Christians think biblically about life in society and engage today’s issues with conviction and compassion. Explore articles on current events, ethics, justice, race, technology, public life, and cultural trends—grounded in Scripture and shaped by Christian wisdom. You’ll find guidance for faithful witness, thoughtful dialogue, and making disciples in a complex world, while keeping the gospel at the center. Whether you’re navigating challenging conversations or seeking clarity for ministry and daily life, these resources equip you to live and speak with grace and truth in the public square.
June 24, 2007
A year after a historic “family reunion” at the 2006 NACC, Victor Knowles recounts growing cooperation between churches of Christ and Christian churches—shared worship, mission work, and renewed commitment to unity “that the world may believe.”
Boulder County’s denial of Rocky Mountain Christian Church’s expansion has become a high-profile test of RLUIPA and First Amendment protections, with federal court scrutiny and significant legal stakes.
May 13, 2007
By Francis Nash Jesus called Christians to be salt and light in the world. We have often said the body of Christ should act as the conscience of the community. We are here to bring hope for eternity and help for the present. If you surveyed the general public about issues important to Christians, they would probably list abortion, stem-cell research, pornography, and homosexual marriage. Those are the ones we hear about in the news. While there are Scripture references leading us to speak out on these social problems, Jesus never actually mentioned any of them, specifically. But Jesus did
May 13, 2007
Economic justice and the church’s witness Economic justice comes into sharper focus when living in poorer neighborhoods reveals how deeply economic standing shapes daily life, church challenges, and the way believers relate to one another. This article reflects on the Bible’s attention to justice and generosity, then offers practical suggestions for both wealthy Christians and poorer churches. Economic disparities can shape trust, opportunity, and long-term stability in a community. Scripture repeatedly addresses justice, mercy, and the spiritual dangers of favoritism. Both wealthy Christians and poorer churches can take concrete steps toward healthier relationships and clearer witness. By Jim Herbst Diane,
May 9, 2007
A reminder that God guides moving people: as Christians respond to poverty, prayer must be joined with action. Practical steps—serving, giving, and volunteering—can meet real needs while we seek God’s direction.
January 3, 2007
Mark Kitts explains how planting Crosspointe Church led him to build People Driven Software (PDS), and why better reporting and online interaction can help churches align systems with mission.
December 6, 2006
Ruth Elliott shares how an unexpected path from Stanford led to public service in Washington, D.C. She reflects on faith, humility in a high-stakes environment, and practical counsel for young people pursuing diplomacy or government work.
November 5, 2006
By Jack Cottrell To my knowledge, in Christian history no one has ever tried to defend war as such, or to justify indiscriminate participation in warfare. However, for centuries many Christians have believed that in any given war, usually one side of the conflict is evil while the other side is righteous or just. In the most basic terms, those who hold this view generally say that the aggressor (the one who starts the war) is guilty of sin, while the defender (the one fighting to repel the aggressor) is not. From the standpoint of the latter, the cause is
November 5, 2006
Jason Bembry shares the questions that reshaped his assumptions about Christian participation in war, engaging Jesus’ teaching, early church practice, Restoration voices, and Romans 13.
October 8, 2006
As Christians gain influence in elections and public debates, what happens to the church’s witness? Darrel Rowland warns against partisan entanglement and urges believers to separate political preferences from matters of faith.
October 8, 2006
Three church leaders describe different approaches to social and political engagement—from public advocacy to community action—sharing risks, church reactions, and practical counsel for Christians seeking to speak up wisely.
October 8, 2006
What does it mean to love your country without confusing it with the kingdom of God? Jack R. Reese calls Christians to remember their “citizenship in heaven” and to hold earthly allegiance with humility and care.
September 17, 2006
Together in Grace marked a memorable moment at the 2006 NACC in Louisville, where churches of Christ and Christian churches/churches of Christ shared worship, preaching, and a symbolic Bible exchange in a renewed call to reconciliation.
September 13, 2006
Using a child’s first steps as a picture of progress, Mark A. Taylor reflects on “first steps toward unity” at the NACC and urges continued fellowship, shared service, and evangelistic purpose.
July 16, 2006
Globalization and digital tools have shifted power toward everyday people—and churches must adapt. Rick Chromey explores a “flat, fat” world that is fast, accessible, and temporary, and what that means for communication, worship rhythms, and mission.
A visit to Coventry after World War II illustrates the costly work of forgiveness. Drawing from Romans, C. Robert Wetzel connects God’s reconciliation in Christ to church unity and the daily practice of Christian virtue.
June 28, 2006
Mark A. Taylor reflects on fellowship amid disagreement—first in families, then in churches. He calls for humility and grace that covers belief and practice, urging Christians to pursue reconciliation without compromise.
June 21, 2006
Reflecting on how written memories can be “put away,” Mark A. Taylor calls Christian churches and churches of Christ to move beyond old divisions and embrace biblical unity through shared mission, fellowship, and forgiveness.
David Satcher reflects on serving as CDC director and U.S. surgeon general, the call to servant leadership, today’s public health challenges, and how churches can respond through missions, compassion, and engagement in community health.
February 12, 2006
Robert F. Hull Jr. reflects on Wendell Berry’s The Hidden Wound, revisiting memories of “soft” bigotry and a painful college moment. He points to forgiveness in Christ and the Lord’s table as healing for racism’s wounds.
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