Advancing the stories and ideas of the kingdom of God.
August 3, 1492: Christopher Columbus sets sail from Spain for the “Indies.” Though the explorer was in part driven by a quest for gold and glory, he also saw himself as a missionary. He thought, if there were a shortcut to the East by sea, missionaries could be sent there faster, thus enabling Christians to meet the provision for world evangelization before the Lord could return (see issue 35: Christopher Columbus).
As a volunteer at a polling station, I saw what we lose when we choose convenience over communal participation.
Review
Makoto and Haejin Fujimura’s new book aims to help Christians think deeply about how we live but falls short on details.
Excerpt
An excerpt from Protestants and Patriots: Presbyterians in the Age of Revolution.
The Bulletin
Schools question tech for students, No Kings protests continue, US sends troops to Iran, and a repressive situation in Cuba.
The Syllabus
Baylor University students tell us what they think about Zohran Mamdani, Ezra Klein’s Abundance, and the rising cost of housing.
Review
Arthur Brooks’s new book is enjoyable, smart, and often wise, but a search for true meaning must bring us to Christ.
The Russell Moore Show
Russell answers a listener question about whether commercialization has ruined country music.
Being Human
Unpacking family legacy for a healthier you