Where Would Civilization Be Without Christianity? December 6, 1999
Over the past 2,000 years, the gospel has transformed countless lives. Likewise, Christian ideas have shaped cultures. At this turn of the millennium, what contributions to civilization should we celebrate?
Hymns on MTV November 15, 1999
Christian music has traveled a long way from the pages of the Bay Psalm Book to the charts of Billboard magazine. Now Jars of Clay is shaking up Contemporary Christian Music.
Revelation NOW October 25, 1999
What happens when you treat Revelation like other books of the Bible—looking at its historical context before applying its message to our day? Instead of an end-of-the-world preview, you'll find wisdom to help churches stay faithful in a hostile environment.
'Do You Believe in God?' October 4, 1999
It takes a tragedy to stir a nation to search its soul. The Columbine massacre was the perfect tragedy.
Is the Religious Right Finished? September 6, 1999
Some prominent conservative leaders have been deeply disappointed by the results of political activism. Are they right to sound the retreat? An insiders' conversation.
Redeeming Sudan's Slaves August 9, 1999
Will buying the freedom of one fuel the enslavement of ten? Some Christian human-rights workers say slave redemption backfires.
The Triumph of the Praise Songs July 14, 1999
As praise bands and worship teams replace organs and choirs, the boomer tastes that reshaped our society are ruling our worship as well.
The Coming of the Pragmatic Prophets June 14, 1999
These activists are more than critics. They work the corridors of power to channel money and influence for good.
Birth of a Troubled Conscience April 26, 1999
A Christian Science upbringing. A shameful wartime act. And a God whose grace haunted Glenn Tinder into the kingdom.
Hungry for God April 5, 1999 Special News Report: Tired of comfortable Christianity and longing for revival, millions of Christians are rediscovering the discipline of fasting. Surprisingly, teenagers are the most eager participants.
Daring to Discipline America March 1, 1999
James Dobson's influence, already huge, is growing. Can he keep his focus?
The New Theologians February 8, 1999
In a realm once dominated by theological liberals, many of today's top scholars are orthodox believers.
Are You Tolerant? (Should You Be?) January 11, 1999
Christians are seen as the pit bulls of the culture wars—small brains, big teeth, strong jaws, and no interest in compromise. Is this indictment fair? It's time to deconstruct the gospel of tolerance.
Special Christmas Meditation December 7, 1998
Reflections/Art Gallery: Walking Bewildered in the Light and other classic & contemporary excerpts.
Now That We're Global November 16, 1998
Greetings from the worldwide fellowship. When we asked international evangelical leaders to report on the state of their church, we heard not just cold stats, but flesh-and-blood believers with attitude.
The Pursuing Father October 26, 1998
What we need to know about this often misunderstood Middle Eastern parable.
Did the Exodus Never Happen? September 7, 1998
How two Egyptologists are countering scholars who want to turn the Old Testament into myth.
Trained to Kill August 10, 1998
A military expert on the psychology of killing explains how today's media condition kids to pull the trigger—using the same techniques employed by the armed forces.
China's Changing Church July 13, 1998
Eyewitnesses report looser regulation, ongoing repression, and booming revival. What does this mixed picture mean for the future?
Mormons on the Rise June 15, 1998
Missionaries impossible? As Mormons are poised to become the next world religion, Southern Baptists are knocking on the doors of Utah's "saints."
McCartney on the Rebound May 18, 1998
He started a ministry to heal men's relationships while his own marriage was in crisis; he drew a million men to Washington only to announce a few months later that he was laying off all his staff. Now he's hiring them back. Who is this man piloting Promise Keepers' wild ride?
The Year's Best Books April 27, 1998
1998 Book Awards: Our panel of judges shows a little shelf-respect: Here are 25 significant books from A (for autobiography—Billy Graham's, which tops the list) to Z (for Zondervan, his publisher). This year's specialty? Alliterative titles: Defeating Darwinism, The Fabric of Faithfulness, A History of Heaven, Malcom Muggeridge, and Subversive Spirituality.
Knowing Packer April 6, 1998
Eleven-year old Jim Packer wanted a bicycle for his birthday. His parents gave him a typewriter instead. Thus began the lonely journey of a passionate Puritan.
Catching Up with a Dream March 2, 1998
Evangelicals and race 30 years after the death of Martin Luther King, Jr.
How Much Truth Can We Take? February 9, 1998
South Africa looks for healing from its violent past. Christian people and Christian ideas take the lead.
Cuba's Next Revolution January 12, 1998
Christians are transforming Castro's Communist stronghold. But will the Protestant-Catholic relationship bred by persecution withstand the pope's high-profile visit?
Mary Rejoicing, Rachel Weeping December 8, 1997
How shall we reconcile the glorious birth of the Savior with the bloody deaths of the boys of Bethlehem?
100 Things the Church is Doing Right! November 17, 1997
Christians are fighting slavery, crime-proofing the homes of senior citizens, painting murals, adopting special-needs kids, translating the Bible into sign language, doing handsprings, saving marriages, and at least 93 other good things.
The Annual Bible Issue Asks: October 27, 1997
Do Inclusive-Language Bibles Distort Scripture? Also, the Confessions of a Bible Translator.
Missing God At Church? October 6, 1997
Learn why so many are redicovering worship outside their own traditions in the latest issue of Christianity Today.
The Geography of the Imagination September 1, 1997
Christian fiction can take us anywhere—from the rural South to New Babylon. But some trips are more rewarding than others The annual fiction issue explores the geography of the imagination.
The Spirit Hasn't Left the Mainline August 11, 1997
Off the deep end? Over the edge? Not yet, say an Episcopal bishop, a Methodist chaplain, and a Presbyterian pastor who are struggling to save their denominations.
The Radical Brights July 14, 1997
Evangelicalism's power couple, Bill and Vonette Bright, closes in on their radical mission and wonderful plan for the world.
Deadly Compassion June 16, 1997
Some support physician-assisted suicide out of fear of a lonely, pain-filled death. Here are four professionals who are working to make the dying a part of the church's ministry.
Faith Without Borders May 19, 1997
This isn't your father's old-time religion. As the faith explodes in Third World contexts, the church is facing old questions in new ways. Here is how believers in the developing countries are changing the face of Christianity.
1997 Book Awards April 28, 1997
The 1997 book awards: They're the pick of last year's litter, but there are no dogs here.
Why Pastor Steve Loves His Job April 7, 1997
Pastors are overworked, underpaid, and bear the weight of unrealistic expectations. Why then are so many so satisfied?
The Dissatisfaction of Francis Schaeffer March 3, 1997
Our Saint Francis: Thirteen years after his death, Schaeffer's vision and frustrations continue to haunt evangelicalism.
The Class of '00 February 3, 1997
Members of the class of '00 are cyber-suckled. They've been there, done that. And they don't trust adults. These "millenial" teenagers are forcing us to re-engineer youth ministry.
Doctors Who Pray January 6, 1997
Carefully controlled studies demonstrate the healing power of prayer, and the medical community is paying attention. Learn more about doctors who pray in the current issue.
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