Best of Books 2022
Russell and producer Ashley Hales talk all things reading.
Alabama Rules that Frozen Embryos Are Children
The first-of-its kind decision affirms life at its earliest stages but complicates the future of IVF.
Conflict Between Science and Religion Is Always Possible but Never Inevitable
A new history challenges perceptions that the two are either completely autonomous or completely at odds.
Recapturing Wonder in a Cynical Age
How pastors can reconnect with joy in challenging times.
New Atheism Is Dead. What’s the New New Atheism?
Far fewer British people agree with vitriolic assertions about religion. Still, disbelief in God is on the rise in both the UK and the US.
Meet the Middling Musician Who Helped Launch the Gospel Music Industry
Homer Rodeheaver was an unexceptional trombonist. But he had an ear for great songs and a knack for promoting them.
How Churches Can Welcome Both Vaxed and Unvaxed
The new complications of bringing the congregation together.
If You Want to Reach Skeptics, Start Your Sermon Preparation with Distress
Paul’s model for preaching with a missional edge.
Churches: Don’t Get Too Comfortable Online
Digital worship is a necessary stopgap under pandemic conditions. But in the long run, in-person fellowship is indispensable.
Why I Gave Up Fasting for Lent
What Kierkegaard taught me about reviving the spirit of the season.