There is a rawness, a vulnerability in the authentic because it is not conformed to the image of this world, but to the likeness of Jesus Christ. Because God’s words both delight and terrify us, we must be diligent to really know what they say. I am blessed with many Christian friends affiliated with various... Continue Reading

The movie Courageous opened in theaters in the No. 4 spot last weekend, building on the successful momentum of the Albany, Ga., church that also produced Fireproof and Facing the Giants. Courageous, the fourth movie from Sherwood Baptist Church, has already surpassed box office collections from Facing the Giants, taking in $10.1 million in its... Continue Reading

Cute, family-friendly animal films often devolve into mawkish sentimentality. Director Charles Martin Smith’s Dolphin Tale happily proves to be one of the exceptions—an endearing, emotionally intelligent film that touches the heartstrings without pulling on them. The film revolves around the true-life story of Winter, a dolphin who washed ashore a Florida beach with her tail... Continue Reading

“Mormonism is not historic biblical Christianity. It should not be confused with Christianity…Mormonism is a rival worldview. Mormonism has its own claim of authority.” said Mohler. Evangelical commentator and president of The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary Dr. Albert Mohler Jr. responded to the controversy surrounding Dr. Robert Jeffress’ comments that Mormonismis a “cult” and Republican... Continue Reading

Christians add artifacts to online folk culture when we debate theology, discuss concerns about our denominations, or share experiences about what it’s like growing up as a child of Korean-born parents. And we engage popular culture when we discuss political opinions, critique movies or music, and explore questions of bioethics. “When I hear the word... Continue Reading

A legal battle is brewing in Georgia over whether licensed gun owners should be allowed to carry firearms to churches, synagogues, mosques and other places of worship after state lawmakers banned them from doing so last year. The 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in Atlanta heard arguments Thursday on a lawsuit brought by a... Continue Reading

Prime Minister David Cameron is facing a backlash from religious leaders after saying he supported plans to legalise gay marriage. The Prime Minister said “commitment” in relationships should be valued regardless of whether it involved “a man and a woman, a woman and a woman, or a man and another man”. But the Roman Catholic... Continue Reading

Editor’s Note: Lauren Greem is a member of Redeemer PCA in New York. This story contains a lengthy comment from Tim Keller (it’s in the ‘read more’ portion). It also gives a lot of coverage to the Answers In Genesis ministry and comments from author Lee Stroble. Not the kind of story one sees every... Continue Reading

The Supreme Court weighs whether the feds can decide which church employees are clergy and which aren’t. (AND) The Obama Justice Department has now asked the court to disavow the ministerial exception altogether Today, the Obama administration will invite the Supreme Court to open a new front in the culture wars. Hosanna-Tabor Evangelical Lutheran Church... Continue Reading

Characterized by scandal and elicit films, Hollywood is showing signs of change. For the past few weeks, moviegoers have made the top selling films those with faith based roots. “Dolphin Tale” , “Courageous” and “The Lion King 3D” have toppled over some of Hollywood’s biggest names including Brad Pitt. Swimming in at number one this... Continue Reading