The Surprising Stories Behind Our Christmas Carols
Some carols were born to Christmas, some achieved Christmas, and some had Christmas thrust on them.
10 Surprising Lessons from “A Christmas Carol”
Isn’t the transformation of Ebenezer Scrooge really what God seeks in us all?
A Slightly Merry Crisis Psych Christmas Story
‘Twas the night I had to send a lady into rehab and ring the Salvation Army bell in her place.
What Exactly Was the Star of Bethlehem?
Only one astronomical body matches Matthew’s description of the Star perfectly — a comet.
9 Ways Star Wars Parallels the Bible
The Death Star and pride? Luke Skywalker and Moses? Star Wars mirrors Scripture more than you think.
5 Things Evangelicals Get Wrong about Homosexuality
We evangelicals need to get beyond what we believe and pay attention to how we believe.
What Exactly Was the Star of Bethlehem?
Only one astronomical body matches Matthew’s description of the Star perfectly — a comet.
10 Ways to Survive a Blended Family Christmas
As a divorcee who remarried into a Hindu family, I know all about fighting Christmas anxiety.
The Mystery of the Manger
By John Greco
Have you ever considered what a strange sign the manger-crib really was?
Let’s Stop Bashing These 5 Christmas Traditions
Material things can become tangible reminders of the intangible realities of love and grace.
20 Christmas Songs That Are Better Than the Ones You’re Listening To
Tired of hearing the same old Christmas songs each season? Give these renditions a listen.
Three Ways to Review Your 2014
Here’s the simple grid I’m finding useful for reviewing a year: release, revisit, renew.
7 New Year’s Resolutions for Progressive Churches
Steps toward a hopeful 2015 for leaders and members of progressive churches.
A New Year in Christ: 8 New Ways to Live
Don’t settle for a new version of the old you when you can have new life forever in Jesus.
“I Quit!” — My New Year’s Resolution
Eight “I Quit” resolutions to consider as life-changing resolutions for the New Year.
My Resolution: Shine More, Bleed Less
By Eboo Patel
After 48 hours of having the kids home for the holidays, I’d had enough. So we stopped and read.
The Siren and Our Sacred Calling
If we don’t feel the world’s pain, it’s not spiritual practice, but the practice of denial.
10 Ways to Survive a Blended Family Christmas
As a divorcee who remarried into a Hindu family, I know all about fighting Christmas anxiety.
Why Church Isn’t Optional for Christians
Here are eight reasons you shouldn’t stay home this Sunday. Or any Sunday.