Call for Features: Consumerism and Materialism

We’re currently looking for feature articles to fit the themes of consumerism and materialism.

Casting Out Devils from D&D

D&D gives you practice in being a good neighbor.

Amish Christian Romance and Unread Books

When we tried to force a change and remove the Amish romance novels, everyone lost.

Knocking on Heaven’s Door: Finding Eden within Time

True joy that brings contentment resides here with us, right now, in this very moment.

Appropriating Jewish Religious Symbols May Not Communicate What Christians Think It Does

Blowing a shofar at a Christian prayer meeting may not be the compliment some Evangelicals and Charismatics think it is.

The Great Wave off Kanagawa: Foreign Yet Familiar

By taking foundational points from two cultures, Hokusai provided access for both societies to feel comfortable while exploring the foreign.

“It’s an Old Song, and We’re Gonna Sing It Again”: Hadestown, Sir Orfeo, and Music for the End of Time

There is indeed an affinity to the classical pagan tale in Hadestown, one that tells us much about our own day—especially when compared to the medieval poem Sir Orfeo.

How Nichelle Nichols Made Uhura the Life of the Party

Star Trek’s Lieutenant Uhura was a generous person, a hospitable person, one who extended the hand of fellowship to those around her.

The Search for Peace in the Life of Tony Hawk

A recent documentary reveals how the world-famous skateboarder wrestled with finding meaning and purpose.

Simple Faith: Minimalism and Christianity

Minimalism is a way to reduce distractions to the Christian life.

A Pandemic of Romantic Idolatry

COVID-19 highlighted what was already true: both single and married Christians need more family in the body of Christ than romance can offer.

My Dear Wormwood: A Screwtape Letter on the Art of Smartphone Addiction

Neutrality towards technology isn’t as good as enthusiasm, of course, but it’s much better than allowing the seeds of skepticism to grow.

“Am I Not Free?” The Freedom to Forgo Our Rights for the Sake of Love

A “freedom” which floats above social context and concrete relational bonds is no freedom at all.

The Vulnerability of Pain When Church Looks Like Dr. Death

Dr. Death and The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill are both entertainment, but we’d be amiss to overlook the clear warning signs they provide.

Call for Pitches, Q2 2022: Conflict and Peacemaking

We’re now accepting pitches for our Q2 features.

When You Think God Is on Your Side: The Fall of the Russian Empire

Nicholas’s assumption that he was acting on God’s behalf to preserve the divinely-blessed Russian Empire pushed the country into disaster.