Don’t Live for the Awards
It’s easy to get sucked into the idea that we should try to earn every award, but if we live for the recognition of others, we will find ourselves feeling empty and unworthy.
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Is It OK for Christians to Smoke Marijuana?
Are there biblical guidelines that may help Christians decide whether or not recreational marijuana usage should be practiced by followers of Jesus?
Read MoreHow the Gospel of Grace Speaks to Race
How can the Gospel help with the racial issues in America?
Read MoreWhat Did Jesus Look Like?
Long, flowy hair and the well-trimmed beard…really?
Read MoreThe Ridiculousness of Pop Song Lyrics
Jefferson Bethke talks through some dumb lyrics in today’s pop culture. Just remember: garbage in, garbage out.
Read MoreThe Dark Side of Masculinity
Our culture’s model of masculinity does not always reflect a biblical view of what it means to be a man, but we can do better by following the model of Jesus.
Read MoreYou Are What You Eat
If we feed our minds with the garbage of the world, that is what will come out of us.
Read MoreSocial Media and Christianity
How would you rate your use of social media as a Christian? Allen Parr points out some of the traps Christians fall into while using social media.
Read MoreTransgenderism and the Bible
The Bible presents gender and biological sex as integrated and fixed.
Read MoreFinding Balance in a Polarized World
In today’s culture there are many polarizing issues. How should we respond to them as Christians?
Read More3 Ways to Be Intentionally Diverse with Your Relationships
God called us all to a life of diversity. He wants each of us to be welcoming of everyone regardless of race, social status, income, or age.
Read MoreIt’s Not a “Skin Problem”
“When it comes to social issues, just stick to the gospel.” But are there problems with this mindset?
Read MoreDoes God Really Appoint Evil Leaders?
How does it make you feel to know that God is in control of the universe and human history? What does that mean about poor government leaders?
Read More3 Lenses to View Gender Dysphoria
Let’s think carefully as Christians about three different lenses through which to view transgenderism and gender dysphoria.
Read MoreShould I Give My Child an iPhone or iPad?
Technology has provided incredible advancements, making information and communication easier between people. However, it does provide a tool for both good and evil.
Read MoreIs Karma a Thing?
Karma is a popular idea these days. People like the idea that everybody gets what they deserve. But is Karma biblical?
Read MoreThe Evolution of Santa Claus
Ever wonder how the story of Santa Claus came to be? We put it to music! This is the evolution of Santa.
Read MoreThe Story of Saint Nicholas
Dig into the origin of our Santa legends to discover that Santa Claus has a strong connection to Jesus.
Read MoreWhat Facebook Did to American Democracy
Facebook has changed the way people perceive and engage with the world.
Read MoreShould an Athlete Stand or Kneel?
The “stand or kneel” debate in the NFL has become a major political and social media buzz topic. What biblical insights can we gain about this controversial issue?
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