November 5, 2026
Not Just on Sunday
Lonetta McKee
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Not Hiding, but Seeking
Mark A. Taylor uses toddlers playing hide-and-seek to challenge inward-focused churches, warning that spiritual isolation can conceal danger while keeping congregations from engaging neighbors facing hardship and despair.
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.
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.
Extending Our Hand All the Way
Frank Shirvinski shares how Chaparral Christian Church and Congregation Beth Israel built lasting relationships through interfaith dialogue, shared hospitality, community service, and a journey to Israel and Jordan.
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…
More Than a Magazine
Mark A. Taylor highlights Christian Standard's expanding media offerings, including its monthly magazine, website, downloadable resources, and Beyond the Standard audio interviews, showing how the publication served readers…
Church Development Fund Announces Presidential Transition
Church Development Fund announced a presidential transition from Brad Dupray to Dusty Rubeck, effective January 2014. The historical announcement highlights Rubeck's leadership experience, CDF's financial position, and plans…
Getting Ready for Christmas
Prepare for Christmas with Mark A. Taylor's 11-day Bible reading plan for December 15–25. Each day includes Scripture, a reflection question, and a prayer prompt for individuals and…
Sheep-Care 101
James Riley Estep Jr. explains six biblical responsibilities of church elders, including spiritual and physical care, building relationships, guiding the congregation, teaching Scripture, and protecting God's people.
Institute Completing First Term
Eastside Christian Church and Hope International University partner to offer Bible education, leadership development, and practical service through the Eastside Institute for Spiritual Growth and Leadership in Fullerton,…
An Opportunity to Ponder
Mark A. Taylor explores the mystery of Christmas, reflecting on Jesus as God with us, God as us, and Christ in us—and why the incarnation should still fill…
On the March
Reflecting on the 50th anniversary of the March on Washington, Jennifer Johnson challenges Christians to move beyond racial division and demonstrate the unity of God's kingdom through worship,…
