The Real Work of the Church
by Seth HedmanWe need to return to seeing the work of the church as primarily hands-on, in-person work. Continue Reading »
Institutional Temptation
by Eric C. Smith and Andrew T. WalkerAny Christian institution that seeks to influence the commanding heights of elite culture while at the same time maintaining fidelity to its confession must beware of this temptation. Continue Reading »
The Legacy of Rich Mullins
by Bethel McGrewToday marks the 25th anniversary of his untimely death in a car accident. It was a shocking loss for the world of contemporary Christian music, a world with which the eccentric artist always had a love/hate relationship. Continue Reading »
Miss Marple Returns
by John WilsonA new, charming series of short stories starring Agatha Christie's famous Miss Marple has just been released. Continue Reading »
Queen Elizabeth, Servant of God
by Rowan WilliamsRoyal anointing is at its most important level a gift of the Holy Spirit—there is not doubt that this is exactly what Queen Elizabeth believed about her role. Continue Reading »
Why the World Loved Queen Elizabeth
by Phillip BlondAs a world queen of a Christian monarchy and the inheritor of a Christian empire, Queen Elizabeth II upheld and tried to serve the common good of the whole world. Continue Reading »
Should Pastors Be Political?
by Ben C. DunsonThere are many confusing claims and counterclaims about whether pastors should be involved in politics. Continue Reading »
The Girls Who Resisted Boko Haram
by Jonathon Van MarenWhile the world demanded their return, the captive girls were under relentless pressure to convert to Islam and marry militants chosen for them. They were threatened with beheading or brutal slavery if they refused. Continue Reading »
Dana Gioia on Christianity and Poetry
by R. R. RenoDana Gioia joins R. R. Reno to talk about his article in the August/September issue, “Christianity and Poetry.” Continue Reading »
Poetry as Prayer
by Peter J. LeithartMost of Kenneth Steven’s tales are simple, hardly worth the telling. But they’re the kind of tales that are the texture of life, like the stories we recount at the dinner table. Continue Reading »
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