Stories tagged with Culture, curated through a biblical lens.
A detransitioner has testified before lawmakers, sharing the story of a childhood spent believing that gender transition would heal deep pain. The testimony adds to a growing chorus of voices challenging the medicalization of gender dysphoria in minors.
The CEO of the Babylon Bee is urging Christians to produce 'more good books' as a way to push back against bad ideas in the culture. The call to action reflects a growing movement within evangelical circles to engage the culture through creative, high-quality content rather than retreating from public discourse.
Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable — if anything is excellent or praiseworthy — think about such things.
— Philippians 4:8
The call to create excellent Christian content echoes Paul's exhortation to fill our minds — and our culture — with what is true, noble, and praiseworthy.
Germany's ruling conservative party has passed a motion to ban social media use for children under 14 and introduce stricter digital verification checks for teenagers. The move at a CDU conference in Stuttgart builds momentum for child protection limits in Germany and across Europe.
The Winter Olympics halfpipe has become a proxy war between two US-born Chinese-American stars: Alysa Liu competing for the USA and Eileen Gu competing for China. While British-born Zoe Atkin competes for Britain with little controversy, Gu continues to face scrutiny for choosing to represent China — a decision that has taken on heightened significance amid US-China tensions.
New research has found that X's algorithmic feed systematically shifts users' political views toward conservatism. The study adds to a growing debate about how social media algorithms shape political discourse and whether platforms have an obligation to present balanced viewpoints.
Vietnam War veterans have filed a lawsuit to block construction of President Trump's proposed 'Independence Arch,' a 250-foot structure planned for Memorial Circle near Arlington National Cemetery. The veterans argue the monument would dishonor their service and obstruct views of the sacred burial grounds. The project, dubbed 'Arc de Trump' by critics, has drawn bipartisan opposition.
The Make America Healthy Again movement is fracturing after Trump signed an executive order protecting the herbicide glyphosate from regulation. MAHA supporters who backed RFK Jr.'s health crusade are calling the movement a 'sham' after Kennedy appeared to support the order, turning on the very constituency that championed his appointment as HHS Secretary.
CNN is airing an hour-long documentary on 'Christian nationalism' that has drawn backlash for appearing to link the ideology to Charlie Kirk's assassination last fall and for casting suspicion on classical Christian schools. Critics say the documentary unfairly paints orthodox Christian education and conservative political engagement as dangerous extremism.
If the world hates you, keep in mind that it hated me first.
— John 15:18
As media outlets continue to frame faithful Christian engagement in public life as threatening, believers can take comfort in Christ's warning that the world's hostility toward His followers is not new.
A Louisiana appeals court has given the green light for the Ten Commandments to be displayed in public schools, a significant victory for religious liberty advocates. The ruling comes as Kansas lawmakers also overrode the governor's veto of a transgender bathroom bill and Tennessee passed legislation protecting the right to decline recognition of same-sex marriage — a trio of culture war wins for social conservatives.
These commandments that I give you today are to be on your hearts. Impress them on your children.
— Deuteronomy 6:6-7
The Louisiana ruling aligns with a long tradition of displaying God's moral law in public spaces, affirming that the Ten Commandments are not merely religious artifacts but foundational principles of Western law and governance.
Japan is gifting 250 new cherry blossom trees to be planted along the National Mall's tidal basin, honoring America's 250th birthday and replacing trees removed during restoration. The gesture continues a tradition of friendship dating back to 1912, when Japan first sent cherry trees to Washington as a symbol of goodwill between the two nations.
Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows.
— James 1:17
The gift of living beauty between nations reflects the deeper truth that all goodness flows from above — and that friendship, freely given across borders, carries a quiet echo of divine generosity.
Actor Dennis Quaid calls himself a 'common-sense independent' who leans conservative and says Hollywood has shifted dramatically leftward in recent years, creating an environment where traditional viewpoints are no longer welcome. His comments add to a growing chorus of industry voices pushing back against ideological conformity in entertainment.
A confrontational interview between Tucker Carlson and U.S. Ambassador Mike Huckabee at Ben Gurion airport revealed a widening rift in the Republican Party over Israel. Carlson's Christian nationalist wing views the U.S.-Israel alliance with growing suspicion, while Huckabee represents an older Christian conservative establishment that sees the relationship — rooted in biblical covenant — as sacrosanct. The exchange illuminates a theological and political fault line among evangelicals.
I will bless those who bless you, and whoever curses you I will curse; and all peoples on earth will be blessed through you.
— Genesis 12:3
The promise God made to Abraham lies at the heart of this debate. Christian Zionists like Huckabee see this verse as a direct mandate for U.S. support of Israel, while a growing faction questions whether modern geopolitics should be equated with ancient covenant.
Philadelphia Phillies star Bryce Harper addressed athletes' mixed feelings about competing for Team USA, declaring that no matter the political climate, representing the United States is 'the greatest honor in sports.' His comments come amid a broader cultural debate about patriotism and athletic identity at the Winter Olympics.
Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord, the people he chose for his inheritance.
— Psalm 33:12
Harper's conviction that representing one's country is an ultimate honor echoes the biblical theme that national identity is a gift — and the privilege of service transcends personal politics.
The Trump-Kennedy Center was targeted in what officials described as a 'calculated, malicious attack' after a dark toxic substance was deliberately poured across the venue's outdoor ice rink, forcing performance cancellations and prompting a law enforcement investigation. The incident escalates concerns about politically motivated vandalism against cultural institutions during an increasingly polarized era.
Babylon Bee CEO Seth Dillon addressed the National Religious Broadcasters convention in Nashville, urging Christians to create more high-quality content as a counterweight to cultural narratives they oppose. Dillon acknowledged the satire outlet's mission has evolved as the cultural landscape has shifted.
A detransitioner shares their harrowing personal account of childhood gender transition, describing how the hormones and surgeries they received were presented as carefully considered and lifesaving — yet the risks were substantial. The testimony adds a powerful voice to the growing debate over pediatric gender medicine.
Caleb Flynn, a former American Idol contestant and church worship leader, has been charged with murdering his wife Ashley after allegedly staging a break-in. Flynn reportedly shot his wife and called 911 claiming an intruder attacked them. The case has stunned the church community that once celebrated him as a 'very talented' leader.
The Department of Justice's release of millions of Jeffrey Epstein files has renewed attention on law enforcement's failure to stop the convicted sex offender — including an accuser who provided an extensive account of abuse in 2011 yet saw no action taken. Questions mount over why multiple agencies failed to act on years of evidence.
In a keynote speech laden with biblical references and patriotic fervor, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth addressed the National Religious Broadcasters' Freedom 250 Celebration, drawing a direct line from the Bible to the founding of the United States and declaring war on what he called the 'godless left.'
Two Detroit police officers were suspended without pay for 30 days after calling Customs and Border Protection on suspects who were then taken into federal custody. In a pointed response, ICE invited the suspended officers to apply for federal jobs, intensifying the standoff between local sanctuary policies and federal immigration enforcement.
A federal appeals court ruled Friday that Louisiana's law requiring the posting of the Ten Commandments in public schools can proceed, finding the legal challenge was not yet ripe for a decision. The ruling hands a significant victory to religious liberty advocates who have long pushed for the measure.
An anti-ICE school walkout in Cincinnati escalated when groups of teenagers left campus and invaded a nearby Kroger grocery store, hurling objects and vandalizing property in scenes captured on viral video. The incident has drawn widespread condemnation and calls for prosecution, adding a chaotic new chapter to the nationwide student protests over immigration enforcement.
BBC presenter David Harper considered himself agnostic when he began investigating Christianity after his daughter overcame debilitating depression through faith. What started as a research project examining the evidence for God culminated in Harper falling to his knees and accepting Jesus — a journey from skepticism to conviction that he now shares publicly.
You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart.
— Jeremiah 29:13
David Harper set out to disprove faith and instead found the One who was waiting to be found — a pattern as old as the gospel itself.
Within the span of one week, dozens of people have been killed or injured in two separate attacks in the United States and Canada committed by males who publicly identified as transgender. Christian Post examines four key details about the Rhode Island shooting and its alleged perpetrator, Robert Dorgan, as authorities investigate the motive behind the violence.
Jesse Jackson, the towering civil rights leader and Baptist minister who played a prominent role in Democratic politics for nearly 60 years, has died at age 84. Jackson's life spanned from marching alongside Martin Luther King Jr. to two historic presidential campaigns that laid the groundwork for a generation of Black political leaders. Christianity Today examines his complicated legacy — a man who shaped both American politics and the Black church while navigating personal controversies that tested his public witness.
I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.
— 2 Timothy 4:7
Jesse Jackson's life — with all its triumphs and failings — was a long race of public service rooted in a Baptist faith that shaped everything from his oratory to his activism.
Montgomery County, Maryland will pay $1.5 million to a group of religious parents who sued the school board over a policy that blocked them from opting their children out of instruction using books promoting transgender ideology. In addition to damages, the board must now inform parents whenever gender identity materials will be used and allow opt-outs, marking a significant legal victory for parental rights in education.
Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it.
— Proverbs 22:6
This outcome affirms the God-given role of parents to guide their children's moral formation, even when cultural institutions push in a different direction.
FCC Chairman Brendan Carr has asked broadcast stations to air 'patriotic' programming as part of Trump's yearlong America 250 celebration, including daily recitations of the Pledge of Allegiance. The request raises questions about the appropriate relationship between government regulators and media content, drawing praise from supporters of civic education and concern from free press advocates.
As Los Angeles loses film and television productions at an alarming rate, Nashville is emerging as an unlikely new hub for faith-based filmmaking. The city's deep roots in music, storytelling, and Christian culture are attracting producers seeking alternatives to Hollywood, joining cities like Atlanta in building viable production ecosystems outside of traditional entertainment capitals.
Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters.
— Colossians 3:23
Nashville's growing creative community reflects the call to pursue excellence in every vocation as an act of worship.
Harvard University's faculty committee is tackling a persistent grade inflation problem that has made an 'A' the average grade. The issue, first highlighted decades ago by professor Harvey Mansfield, follows Princeton's failed attempt at imposing grading restrictions.
Liberty University has launched a 28-day challenge inviting students to step away from social media throughout February, with campus leaders warning that Satan uses phones and devices to 'separate us from God.' The initiative comes amid growing concern about social media's impact on young adults' mental health and spiritual lives.
The search for 'Today' show co-host Savannah Guthrie's missing mother Nancy has intensified as an anonymous donation pushed the reward past $200,000. A disturbing new ransom note emerged demanding millions in cryptocurrency, while Arizona authorities turn to genetic genealogy in the ongoing investigation.
Hundreds of K-12 students across the country have received detention or suspension after participating in classroom walkouts to protest ICE enforcement efforts. The 'ICE out' walkouts have spread following the deaths of Renee Good and Alex Pretti in Minneapolis last month, raising tensions between student activism and school discipline.
President Trump ordered the Pentagon and other agencies to declassify and release government files related to extraterrestrials and UFOs, citing 'tremendous interest.' The move came after former President Obama stated on a podcast that aliens 'are real,' prompting Trump to accuse him of sharing classified information.
Ron Kenoly, one of the first celebrity worship leaders to rise to prominence as a recording artist with Integrity Music, has died. Known for the iconic praise anthem 'Ancient of Days,' Kenoly changed the sonic landscape of contemporary worship music and influenced generations of church musicians worldwide.
Let everything that has breath praise the Lord. Praise the Lord.
— Psalm 150:6
Ron Kenoly dedicated his life to leading others into the presence of God through worship. His legacy reminds us that praise is the highest calling of every believer.
Veterans Affairs has pulled back on a controversial rule that would have cut disability benefits for veterans whose PTSD symptoms were treated, amid bipartisan outrage from veterans groups including DAV and the American Legion. The rare reversal came after widespread criticism that the policy would have punished veterans for seeking treatment.
Kansas lawmakers have overridden Democratic Governor Laura Kelly's veto of a bill prohibiting biological males who identify as women from entering restrooms and locker rooms designated for women and girls. The Alliance Defending Freedom praised the override as prioritizing 'privacy and safety over ideology,' while the ACLU has vowed to challenge the law in court.
Dr. Shawn DeRemer, husband of Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer, has been barred from the Department of Labor after at least two female employees accused him of sexual assault inside agency headquarters. One incident was reportedly caught on security camera. The allegations come as the Labor Secretary herself faces a separate misconduct investigation.
The fallout from the Epstein files continues to expand as former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton are scheduled to testify before the House Oversight Committee next week. Rep. James Comer said 'real bad people' continued communicating with Epstein after his conviction. New Mexico has reopened a criminal investigation into Epstein's Zorro Ranch. Meanwhile, Bard College hired WilmerHale to investigate its president's communications with Epstein, and documents revealed Epstein was pitched a $387 million Pentagon real estate deal after his 2008 conviction.
For there is nothing hidden that will not be disclosed, and nothing concealed that will not be known or brought out into the open.
— Luke 8:17
As the Epstein files continue to be released, the web of connections and complicity stretches ever wider. Scripture promises that what is done in darkness will be brought to light — a sobering reminder that accountability, though delayed, comes to all.
An attempted arsonist targeted a building housing Department of Homeland Security offices in Meridian, Idaho, by stealing an ambulance, coating it in accelerant, and ramming it into the building. Meridian Police described the Wednesday night attack at a Thursday press conference. The incident adds to a pattern of increasing hostility toward federal agencies and immigration enforcement facilities.
The new Toy Story 5 trailer is generating buzz as Pixar takes on children's screen addiction. The villain is a tablet called 'Lilypad' that steals protagonist Bonnie's attention from her beloved toys, pitting Buzz and Woody against the very technology reshaping childhood. The film arrives at a cultural moment when concerns about kids and screens have reached a fever pitch.
The Global Methodist Church, founded as a theologically conservative alternative to the United Methodist Church, has surpassed 7,000 member congregations — months after crossing the 6,000 mark. The rapid growth reflects the ongoing realignment within American Methodism following years of debate over LGBTQ inclusion and biblical authority.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth invited controversial Christian nationalist pastor Doug Wilson to deliver a sermon at the Pentagon as part of a monthly worship series Hegseth established at the Department of Defense. Wilson, who has argued that women should be denied the right to vote, delivered a 15-minute sermon to military personnel, intensifying debate over the intersection of faith and government under the Trump administration.
Former President Obama stated during a podcast interview that aliens are real, though not held at Area 51. President Trump fired back aboard Air Force One, calling it a 'big mistake' and accusing Obama of divulging classified information. The exchange comes as Trump adviser Lara Trump suggested the president has a prepared speech on extraterrestrial life, fueling one of the most bizarre political sideshows in recent memory.
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, the brother of King Charles III, has been arrested at Sandringham estate on suspicion of misconduct in public office. The arrest follows weeks of revelations from the Epstein files detailing the former prince's relationship with Jeffrey Epstein. The dramatic development marks the first time a member of the British royal family has been arrested in modern history and has sent shockwaves through the monarchy.
There is nothing concealed that will not be disclosed, or hidden that will not be made known.
— Luke 12:2
The Epstein files have brought hidden dealings into the light, and now legal consequences follow. Scripture reminds us that what is done in darkness will eventually be revealed.
Stephen Colbert claimed CBS lawyers blocked him from airing an interview with Texas Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico, citing FCC equal time concerns. CBS denied the claim. The dispute highlights tensions between broadcast regulations and political coverage under the Trump-era FCC.
President Trump suggested during a Black History Month event that Atlanta might be the next American city to see a surge of federal resources and National Guard troops to combat crime, saying 'they'll never fix it themselves.'
Mothers are making their mark at the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics, taking up space and competing at the highest level in what has traditionally been a younger athlete's domain. Their presence is changing perceptions about athletic careers and motherhood.
FBI Director Kash Patel says federal investigators have uncovered significant funding streams tied to antifa, signaling potential new enforcement actions as the bureau intensifies scrutiny of left-wing violence under the Trump administration.
President Trump is holding onto a speech detailing extraterrestrial life and spaceships, according to his daughter-in-law Lara Trump, who said the president is waiting for the right time to deliver it. The revelation adds to a growing series of disclosures about UFOs and non-human intelligence by current and former officials.
Texas state Rep. James Talarico, a Democratic Senate candidate, claimed in an interview that the Bible has nothing to say about abortion or gay marriage, and that Jesus taught salvation is obtained by treating people well and 'welcoming the stranger.' His claims have drawn sharp criticism from theologians and conservative commentators.