Articles
How One Gen Zer Is Gaining Biblical Literacy the Old-Fashioned Way
My generation will continue to struggle to read and understand the Bible if reading isn’t a normal part of our lives.
Avoid These Expository Imposters
Pastors should only bring as much extrabiblical information into their sermons as will serve the purpose of illuminating, explaining, and applying the text.
‘Allegory’ Might Not Mean What You Think
If Paul interprets an Old Testament narrative allegorically, may we?
Should Christians Celebrate Expanding Access to IVF?
A closer look at what IVF entails raises questions of whether it’s wise for Christians to engage in it.
‘Beast Games’: Family Fun or Mammon Worship?
MrBeast’s new reality series takes ‘Squid Game’ as its inspiration, but it misses the Korean show’s social critique.
When the Paychecks Stop: Spiritual Care for the Unemployed
Unemployment isn’t merely an economic hardship but a spiritual problem that often triggers a profound identity crisis.
Prioritize Culture over Calendar in Women’s Ministry
Spiritual growth happens through the simple, Spirit-led activities of the church body, not solely through our women’s ministry events and programs.
Our School Traded Cell Phones for Community
Two years ago, Hope Academy in Minneapolis began taking cell phones from their students during the day. Here’s what happened next.
The Sons of Sceva and Gen Z’s Spiritual Anxiety
While the spiritually pluralistic narrative feels inclusive and safe, it’s incoherent.
Is Church Worth Attending with Young Kids?
Local church connection can be hard when you’re a parent with young kids. Here are four reasons showing up is still vital.
Biblical Theology Helps Explain Paul’s Sea Journey in Acts 27
Paul’s role fulfills the function of Old Testament prophets and his continuing mission to Gentiles.
50 Most Edifying Films of the 21st Century So Far
Here are Brett McCracken’s picks for the 50 most edifying, non-R-rated movies released over the last quarter century.
How a Tiny Church Is Serving Ukraine with Books
A church in Poland noticed the Ukrainian refugees around them needed gospel-centered resources—but didn’t want them in Russian. So two years ago, they started a publishing house.
Peculiar, Yet Not Peculiar Enough: My Reflections on ARC 2025
ARC has created a space where the Christian faith is seen positively. But largely absent were the name of Jesus Christ, the gospel of grace, and the centrality of the church.
The Constantine Question and Christianity’s Future in the West
This event was designed for builders—an epicenter for those determined to make things better in the West, not for those content to navel-gaze or complain.
Preach the (Whole) Book of Psalms
The abundant, Christ-centered richness of the Psalter will not only enhance your preaching but also profoundly bless your congregation.
Steered by Spectacle: Jacques Ellul and the Illusion of Online Engagement
Social media platforms deceive us into thinking we’re accomplishing more than we are.
Cultural Christianity: The Good, the Bad, and the Inadequate
Cultural Christianity doesn’t live up to the glory of the gospel. It may admire Jesus’s teachings and appreciate the benefits of his influence on society, but it doesn’t call for repentance or personal faith.