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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.

An explosion has destroyed a New York church, injuring the pastor and four firefighters who responded to the scene. The cause of the blast is under investigation as the congregation reels from the loss of their place of worship.

A BBC presenter has found faith in Jesus Christ after investigating Christianity to answer questions from her skeptical daughter. What began as a journalistic inquiry into the faith turned into a personal transformation, adding to a growing list of high-profile conversions in the British media landscape.

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.

As ICE enforcement operations intensify, churches in upstate New York have emerged as unlikely champions of due process for detained immigrants. The story of Manuel Mayllazhungo — shackled and transferred from New York to Louisiana — illustrates how faith communities are grappling with the tension between law enforcement and mercy.

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.

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.

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.

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.

An explosion destroyed a church in New York, injuring the pastor and four firefighters who responded to the scene. The cause of the blast is under investigation. The congregation is rallying support as they face the loss of their worship space.

Christian, Muslim, and traditional leaders in Nigeria are banding together in a new interfaith coalition to demand government protection as thousands of civilians are killed each year by communal clashes, banditry, and terrorism. Millions have been displaced over the past decade, and the cross-faith alliance represents a rare moment of unity in a nation often defined by religious division.

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.

A two-day youth evangelism gathering organized by the Kentucky Baptist Convention drew a record-breaking crowd of more than 1,300 mostly young people. Organizers described the event as evidence that 'the Lord is doing a work' among the younger generation, adding to signs of growing spiritual hunger among American youth in 2026.

MercyMe's beloved hit gets the sequel treatment as 'I Can Only Imagine 2' arrives in theaters. Christianity Today examines how the Christian band navigates the challenge of following up one of the most successful faith-based films ever made, and whether the sequel can recapture the original's emotional power.

Former U.S. Senator Ben Sasse was overcome with emotion during a recent interview as he described the hope and comfort that the righteousness of Jesus Christ has brought him while facing imminent death from Stage 4 pancreatic cancer. The Nebraska Republican expressed that the Gospel is 'not the end of the story,' offering a powerful witness to faith in the face of mortality.

Martin Luther called Psalm 110 'the very core and quintessence of the whole Scripture,' and no Old Testament text is more quoted in the New Testament. In just 70 Hebrew words, it encapsulates the breadth of Christian doctrine from priesthood to kingship.

When refugees in Minnesota began disappearing after ICE raids, local churches mobilized with both prayer and legal aid—a story of faith communities stepping into the gap between government enforcement and the vulnerable people in their congregations.

As Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent, a growing number of evangelical and nondenominational churches are adopting centuries-old liturgical practices including Ash Wednesday services, fasting, and seasonal devotionals—reflecting a broader desire for deeper spiritual rhythms in an age of distraction.

A new Christianity Today essay examines N.T. Wright's argument that churches must correct their understanding of heaven to more deeply inhabit the biblical story — moving from 'going to heaven when we die' to understanding God's plan for the renewal of all creation.

A Florida pastor and his wife have been convicted after using an addiction recovery center as a front to run a multimillion-dollar retail theft scheme. Robert Bell faces up to 150 years in prison and his wife Jaclyn Dell up to 30 years for the Home Depot-targeted operation.

A family is turning to faith and community support as their 13-year-old son battles kidney disease, desperately searching for a life-saving organ donor. 'We need help,' the family pleads as the teen's condition continues to decline.

A new report from the Heritage Foundation proposes that local churches run government-supported marriage bootcamps for cohabiting couples with children, incentivized by a 'wedding bonus' of up to $5,000 to encourage formal marriage. The proposal aims to address declining marriage rates and the social consequences of family instability by leveraging the one institution — the local church — that has historically been most effective at strengthening marriages and communities.

Leaders at Bethel Church in Redding, California announced that Ben Armstrong, the Prophetic Ministry director and former BSSM Revival Group pastor, has been placed on administrative leave. The action follows the release of a YouTube video in which a former student publicly alleges clergy sexual abuse dating back to 2009. The megachurch, known for its influential worship music and charismatic teaching, faces scrutiny over how it handles the allegations and whether institutional accountability measures are sufficient.

'Glimmerings: Letters on Faith between a Poet and a Theologian' by Miroslav Volf and Christian Wiman offers a welcome reprieve from polarizing discourse. The book models a healthy approach to disagreements concerning God, prayer, faith, and Holy Scripture through thoughtful correspondence. In an era of division, the work demonstrates how people of faith can maintain friendship and mutual respect while holding different theological perspectives.

A couple reflects on thirty years of marriage, sharing practical lessons learned through decades together. Despite extensive pre-marriage preparation including four years of dating, marriage classes, and multiple books, they still encountered storms that nearly ended their relationship. Their testimony offers wisdom on navigating long-term commitment, overcoming crises, and building a lasting partnership through faith.

A new essay challenges the common church assumption that single people have more time available for ministry than married individuals. The piece argues that singleness comes with its own demands, responsibilities, and time constraints that are often invisible to church leadership. Churches may be inadvertently overburdening single members by assuming their availability without recognizing their full lives and commitments outside of romantic relationships.

A historical analysis reveals how Christianity Today editors Carl F.H. Henry and Nelson Bell navigated civil rights coverage in the 1950s and beyond. Archival documents include Henry's handwritten memos and newspaper clippings showing the publication's engagement with racial justice issues. The examination provides insight into how evangelical leaders grappled with America's most pressing moral crisis during the civil rights era.

Ross McCullough's 'The Body of This Death' defies easy classification, blending elements of novel, theological treatise, correspondence, and dystopian fiction. The George Fox University theologian has created what reviewers call the best new work in decades that challenges and confounds readers, offering a modern equivalent to C.S. Lewis's classic 'The Screwtape Letters.' The book explores contemporary spiritual warfare through an innovative literary format.

As Presidents' Day approaches, scholars continue debating whether Abraham Lincoln was a Christian. A 1913 book claimed he was, while contemporary biographer Allen Guelzo stated in 2000 that he was not. Lincoln was a skilled politician who understood his public, a compassionate president who agonized about sending soldiers to die, and a private man with complex personal beliefs. His religious convictions remain difficult to categorize definitively, making him one of America's most spiritually enigmatic presidents.

Six Christian athletes competing at the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics are using their global platform to share the gospel while competing at elite levels in their respective sports. These athletes view their athletic calling as an opportunity to demonstrate how God has worked in their lives. They compete in various events including bobsled and hockey, balancing world-class performance with spiritual testimony. Their presence highlights how Christians live out their calling in diverse fields, including international athletics.

A Christianity Today essay explores how speaking honest, difficult truths to friends has become increasingly fraught in an era of political and social polarization. The piece argues that in the current climate, opinions are often decided before reflection, making genuine dialogue more difficult. The author calls on Christians to pursue truth-telling rooted in love rather than tribal loyalty.

Christianity Today has published a feature highlighting 20 Black leaders whose contributions have profoundly shaped the Christian church in America. The profiles span generations of African American congregations that influenced spiritual formation, social justice activism, and theological development. The collection honors the legacy of Black Christian leadership during Black History Month.

Christian apologist Wes Huff's interview with former Navy SEAL and podcaster Shawn Ryan has gone viral, covering topics including suffering, biblical giants, and the Dead Sea Scrolls. The wide-ranging conversation addressed common objections to Christianity and presented evidence for the reliability of Scripture. The interview has been praised for making academic apologetics accessible to a mainstream audience.

Airborne health workers in Lesotho continue to bring medical care to isolated mountain communities despite ongoing budget cuts that threaten the program's future. The flying doctors use small aircraft to reach remote villages that are otherwise inaccessible, providing essential health services to underserved populations. The program has become a lifeline for communities with no other access to medical professionals.

Grammy-nominated singer Montell Jordan and his wife Kristin have opened up about his battle with prostate cancer, crediting God with his healing and recovery. The couple, now serving as pastors, discussed how the health crisis deepened their faith and strengthened their marriage ahead of National Marriage Week. Jordan, best known for his 1995 hit 'This Is How We Do It,' has spoken publicly about redefining success through his Christian faith.

A new Lifeway Research study reveals that fewer than one in three Protestants who attend church at least monthly read their Bible on a daily basis. The findings suggest a significant gap between church attendance and personal Scripture engagement among American Christians. Researchers note that regular Bible reading remains one of the strongest predictors of spiritual growth and discipleship.

Only 27 percent of Americans now rate clergy as high on honesty and ethics, according to Gallup's annual survey, marking the lowest score ever recorded for the profession. The decline reflects broader trends of institutional distrust and follows years of high-profile scandals within religious organizations. The findings present a significant challenge for church leaders seeking to rebuild public confidence.