Theology+Spirituality

The Cost of Creativity: Bonhoeffer Set Aside Ethics For Art. Did He Choose Well?
The theologian set aside his nearly finished magnum opus while in prison, investing instead in creative writing.
Christian Imagination Can Change Our Culture Wars
Stories and parables can heal division.
How to Handle Toxic Friendships
3 tools to help us develop empathy.
AI Will Shape Your Soul
But how is up to us.
In a World of Speed and Power, Cormac McCarthy Wasn’t Afraid of Depth
The late novelist’s final books are ambitious portraits of the Western world and the human soul.
It’s Eden Somewhere
The late Jimmy Buffett’s songs and the writings of J.R.R. Tolkien both long for a home just beyond reach.
How the Grand Canyon of China Became a Christian Land
British missionary James O. Fraser overcame depression to help give the Lisu a written language, translate the Bible, and make them renowned hymn singers.
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Pastors, There’s a Ministry in Staying Put
One of the best gifts you can give your church is not leaving too soon.
Men Are from Right-Leaning Mars. Women Are from Lefty Venus.
The sexes are trending in different political directions. Here’s what the church can do about it.
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Died: ‘Jesus Calling’ Devotional Author Sarah Young
The missionary wife’s “listening prayers” comforted and inspired millions.
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As Mongolia Catholics Welcome Francis, Evangelicals Wrestle with Growing Pains
Recent revival has brought Protestant churches more members. But what Mongolian Christian leaders want most is more disciples.
Why the World Seems So Resentful
The German philosopher Hartmut Rosa’s concept of ‘resonance’ offers a way through the current malaise.
In This House We Believe Creeds Are for Church, Not Politics
Vivek Ramaswamy’s right-wing satire of the popular progressive yard sign has the same flaws as its target.
I Skipped Church for Three Years
My spiritual loneliness brought me back.
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Young Men Need a Model Not an ‘Übermensch’
The church can’t compete with “manosphere” influencers. But it doesn’t have to.
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Put Off Your Old Self-Making
An interview with author Tara Isabella Burton on the history of self-creation—and how the habit usurps our need for God.
After Keller’s Death, Redeemer Members Carry on His Small Church Vision
The New York pastor never wanted to build a megachurch.
Redeemer Church: My Haven After 9/11
A singer-songwriter reflects on Tim Keller’s New York City ministry amidst tragedy.
‘Everything Bad Is Going to Come Untrue’
Tim Keller: We often seek short-term satisfaction. But what Jesus offers is far better.
Makoto Fujimura: Tim Keller’s Message to ‘Love the City’ Motivated Me as an Artist
How I found renewal through the late pastor’s ministry.

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The Universe Is Not a Horror Show
The Universe Is Not a Horror Show
We live in a world haunted by sin and suffering. But it’s also one that points us to a glory beyond imagining.

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