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The Best Books to Read for Lent (That You Won't Find in a Christian Bookstore)
Ten examples of literature and poetry that nurture and confront the soul.
Thousands of Jen Hatmaker Fans Bought Her Book for Strangers
For the Love, indeed.
An Ambassador to the ‘Spiritual but Not Religious’
Why David Dark thinks it’s a mistake to reject the R-word.
7 New Theology Books You Should Read This Year
A list to help you grow intellectually and spiritually.
Q+A: The Story Behind the Jesus Storybook Bible
Sally Lloyd-Jones wrote a kids Bible so popular that they’re releasing an adult version.
Two Ways Christians Distort Islam (and Two Ways Muslims Distort Christianity)
An excerpt from "Christian. Muslim. Friend: Twelve Paths to Real Relationship."
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What We're Really Debating This Campaign Season
It's time to acknowledge America's ideals and failures.
These 6 Books Give Me Hope for a Pro-Life Future
Leading pro-life advocate Charmaine Yoest chooses readings that affirm the value of life.
Crossway: Why J.I. Packer's Ministry Has Ended
Publisher reveals respected author and speaker is going blind.
C. S. Lewis Was No Sexist
Two recent titles explore the great apologist’s relationships with women.
Does Your Church’s Worship Need a Multicultural Makeover?
Why local congregations should embrace the music and prayers of other church traditions.
There’s Only One Thing That Lets Us Get Close to Suffering
An excerpt from 'The Justice Calling'.
Why #BlackLivesMatter Needs the Church
The fight for racial justice in America can't succeed without a God-centered vision.
Christian Culture Is Better Than We Imagine
Let's not forget the church's long legacy of creativity and excellence.
Dispatches from the Wondrous, Terrifying World of Bible Scholarship
Why studying Scripture professionally can bring great joy—but also great pain.
Herod the Hero?
Three recent books portray Herod more positively than he is generally depicted. But Matthew 2 is still important.
The Good News Behind Why Teens Don’t Need a Bible for Christmas
Most practicing Protestant youth already own one—and they’re reading it, according to researchers.
Preachiness Never Changed Anybody's Mind
An excerpt from CT's Beautiful Orthdoxy Book of the Year.
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Kirsten Powers: Becoming a Christian Ruined My Love of Christmas
But then I learned to see the beauty of Christ’s coming like never before.
The Beautiful Orthodoxy Book of the Year
The 2015 release that best embodies CT's pursuit of truthfulness and loveliness.
Top Story August 18, 2024
While Hindus publicly confront mob violence against their community, Christians are apprehensive about speaking out.
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