Articles
Satan’s Tactics Shouldn’t Surprise You
Imagine if we had to face our tempter and accuser on our own! But we know that Christ not only stands beside us—he sends us his Spirit to dwell within us.
Old Advice for a New Year
Throughout the centuries, pastors and theologians have used the opportunity of the new year to encourage believers. Let’s listen to their advice for the year ahead.
What the Gym Can’t Give You
A Christian’s identity doesn’t come from how fast we run, how high we jump, or how far we throw. We ‘have our hope set on the living God.’
How Spirituality Reshapes the Depressed Brain
The cultural decline in spirituality over the last several generations may be more than a passive trend—it could be a root contributor to the mental health crisis.
Why Women Are Going to Therapy Instead of Church
Church members are increasingly looking only to therapists to help them with emotional and relational struggles because they don’t consider those problems to be related to their spiritual lives.
New Year’s Goal-Setting for People with Actual Lives
What we need isn’t a better to-do list but a better grid for making wise decisions across every domain of life.
5 Ways to Honor an Aging Loved One (Even When It’s Hard)
I’ve told many people that caring for an aging loved one is the most difficult thing I’ve ever done.
What I Learned from a Year with Lesslie Newbigin
Newbigin believed revival was possible but that it would only come through a razor-sharp focus on the gospel. This is why the local church is crucial.
Show Up with Real-Time Theology for Our Rapidly Changing World
Connect the dots between a more expansive view of God’s redemptive activity in history and the issue at hand.
My Favorite Movies of 2025
Brett McCracken lists his favorite movies and documentaries of 2025—bright spots in an otherwise dark cinematic landscape.
How Hebrews Opens Up Psalm 110
Psalm 110:1 and 4 announce the future reunion of the priestly and royal offices for the people of God.
Free Christmas Playlist (and Other Music Recommendations)
If you need festive music for the 12 days of Christmas (which start today), we’ve got you covered.
This Christmas, Know the Promise of Christ’s Presence
When the Messiah came, however suddenly, Anna wasn’t going to miss it for the world. She was ready with eyes of faith.
What I Learned from Bach, the Worship Director
In Bach’s Christian music, we don’t find a denial of the crushing reality of life’s hardships. But we do find lines of hope and joy as we’re drawn to the cross of Jesus Christ.
Love Your Neighbors Through Your Investing
Human life and freedom are our most basic rights and gifts, and we expect any business we support to value them.
Brain Implants, Yes or No?
There’s a significant difference between using technology to restore normal human function and using it to transcend normal human limitations.
My Generation’s Digital Boredom Makes Us Spiritually Hungry
We’ve scrolled to the end of pleasure and found no meaning. But in faith we might find something better than dopamine.
Q: AI Griefbots? A: Heidelberg Catechism
The question isn’t ‘Is it right to use AI to receive a word of wisdom or comfort from a deceased person?’ but rather ‘What is my only comfort in life and in death?’