Articles

• How to Avoid the Holiday Hustle

  Before we get swept up into the holiday hustle, let’s take inventory: What’s essential and what’s extra?

• 4 High-Impact Ways Your Church Can Serve the Poor

  God has given us more than enough to make a difference.

• The Divine Attribute That Can Transform Your Thanksgiving

  What if God doesn’t merely have one purpose but countless good reasons for everything he ordains?

• Don’t Waste Your Food Preparation This Thanksgiving

  Every minute we spend in the kitchen and every forkful of food we eat testifies to our Creator’s benevolence.

• Why Christianity No Longer Feels Necessary—But Might Be Again Soon

  In the secular West, our biggest hindrance is the lack of perceived or felt need by our neighbors—the lack of an imminent threat that wakes them up from secular slumber.

• The Challenge and Opportunity of Metamodern Christianity

  The metamodern generation is hungry for a few things Christianity is well positioned to provide. But this disposition will pose challenges too.

• Should Holiday Parties Be Saved?

  In a culture where parties are declining and loneliness is rising, Christians have a strategic opportunity to break the norm of isolation and foster community.

• The Gospel Coalition 2025 Book Awards

  The Gospel Coalition selects the best Christian books published in 2025 in our annual TGC Book Awards.

• What’s the Point of Longevity?

  Health and longevity aren’t ends in themselves. They’re means to an end: to glorify and enjoy God by loving him and others.

• On My Shelf: Life and Books with Nadya Williams

  Nadya Williams talks about what’s on her nightstand, favorite fiction, favorite rereads, and more.

• Before You Say No to Childcare

  While vetting caregivers wisely is nonnegotiable, refusing all help may be a sign of misplaced trust.

• Trees of Life and Death in ‘Train Dreams’

  Evoking Terrence Malick in both style and substance, ‘Train Dreams’ ponders the parallel tracks of life’s beauty and pain.

• Lazarus: Story of Hope for Our Loved Ones

  Jesus’s disposition toward death is anger, which is wonderful news for us.

• Generative AI, Africa, and the Gospel

  Let’s look beyond the hype; critically examine the hidden labor injustices within the AI supply chain; and prayerfully seek to act justly, love mercy, and walk humbly with our God.

• To Foster Biblical Literacy, Teach People to Read

  The students didn’t read. And you can’t read the Bible well if you don’t read.

• Is the Rise of Reenchanted Spirituality Good?

  Cultural openness to the spiritual world may be useful as common ground in spiritual conversations. But such openness isn’t exclusively positive.

• 5 Christian-Made Games You Should Check Out

  Looking for a new game to play with friends or family? Try these five quality, entertaining games made by Christians.

• Grace upon Grace: What Happened When John Piper Missed Our Conference

  ‘Should we cancel the event?’ TGC Norden organizers wondered. ‘Would everyone who signed up to hear Piper ask for a refund?’