In the first of a three-part special podcast series produced in partnership with Moravian Theological Seminary, Randall Balmer discusses how church-state separation has been good for both government and religion. The post Defending America’s Best Idea appeared first on Word&Way.| Word&Way
Before the memorial service started, two hours of songs from the biggest worship artists today served to frame everything that followed as part of a church service — sending the message that Kirk’s politics were from God.| Word&Way
‘May this be the first of many events like this at the Kennedy Center. May you use this place mightily to continue to glorify your name, Jesus,’ prayed Abigail Robertson, granddaughter of Pat Robertson, at the documentary premiere.| Word&Way
The Church at the Crossroads conference, organizers said, is aimed at moving US Christians from feeling bad about the war in Gaza to taking action to end it.| Word&Way
Historian Holly Berkley Fletcher — herself a missionary kid — unmasks the myths of White evangelicalism with penetrating research, sly wit, and an empathic gaze.| Word&Way
This issue of A Public Witness opens up the Epstein case to explore the dangers of phony, conspiratorial self-righteousness and how it captured so many conservative Christian figures.| Word&Way
Known for his expository preaching and his penchant for controversy, MacArthur was one of evangelicalism’s most influential pastors for decades.| Word&Way
Christ Kirk DC is the latest example of pastor Doug Wilson’s growing sphere of influence among a cadre of conservatives sometimes described as the ‘New Right.’| Word&Way
The Southern Baptist Convention meeting this week in Dallas will also consider a proposed ban on churches with women pastors.| Word&Way
In “Pilgrim: A Theological Memoir,” Tony Campolo traces his evolution as a believer, scholar, and evangelical leader who continually sought to engage thoughtfully with the challenges of his time.| Word&Way