December 12, 2007
As Christmas spending slows, what happens to both the economy and our spiritual priorities? Mark A. Taylor reflects on wealth, happiness, and whether Christian joy depends on circumstances—or points beyond them.
October 3, 2007
Two August columns examine research on evangelical teenagers and sex outside marriage. One highlights broken abstinence pledges; another argues weekly church attendance marks dramatically different outcomes—challenging families and churches to model what they teach.
June 20, 2007
Empty praise wears thin. This reflection contrasts the world’s obsession with being “special” with the quiet call to faithfulness—and reminds us that everyday service, not spotlight status, is wonderful enough.
Mainstream journalists and secular scholars push back on The Lost Tomb of Jesus, questioning its assumptions and statistics—and concluding it fails to prove anything that would overturn the resurrection.
August 2, 2006
God's creation shows an intricacy we can’t manufacture. From Pixar’s Cars to magnified photographs of tree bark, this reflection contrasts human craftsmanship with the beauty that can turn a simple walk in the woods into worship.
The Christian Standard introduces two new weekly blogs and highlights a third at PreachingStandard.com—fresh voices, thoughtful perspective, and an open invitation for readers to join the conversation.
May 17, 2006
Many believers carry lingering guilt and uncertainty about eternity. This article explains Paul’s “justification” as God’s answer—Christ has paid the penalty—freeing Christians to live in peace and extend grace to others.
August 10, 2005
Stress and aging are linked, but strong friendships can help. Mark A. Taylor reflects on entering a new stage of life and points to the church’s “one another” life as a practical path to support and aging well.
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