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Back to Search“I never thought something like this could happen”: The immigration crisis and two biblical responses
US officials met yesterday with Mexico’s president, seeking measures to limit a surge of migrants reaching the US southwestern border. Meanwhile, a c…
2 years, 7 months ago
Does Wyoming really exist? The “post-holiday blues” and the reality of post-Christmas hope
The Urban Dictionary says, “Wyoming is supposedly a state.” If you were to prove that article wrong, how would you do so? Here’s the problem: many in…
2 years, 7 months ago
The most notable Nativity scene in Bethlehem this Christmas
The most notable Christmas decoration in Bethlehem was a large Nativity scene in ruins, with shepherds climbing piles of rubble and Jesus, Mary, and …
2 years, 7 months ago
The longer I live, the less I understand Christmas
It's hard to imagine how Jesus could have come in a more humble and lowly way than he did. So why did he arrive as a baby in Bethlehem when he did? T…
2 years, 7 months ago
Will New York force Chick-fil-A to open on Sundays?
Chick-fil-A stands apart from its competitors for many reasons, but their insistence on staying closed on Sundays is among the most unique. Now a pro…
2 years, 7 months ago
Brock Purdy’s faith and the future of our republic: A reflection on the source of transformational joy
Before the season began, 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy—Mr. Irrelevant—told a reporter, “God has me where he needs me.” He’s also said, “The bottom li…
2 years, 7 months ago
Colorado Supreme Court bars former President Trump from 2024 ballot: An explanation and three biblical responses
Colorado’s Supreme Court has barred former president Donald Trump from having his name included on their 2024 ballots for the US presidency. Similar …
2 years, 7 months ago
Why we love holiday movies: A reflection on the source of true joy
Holiday movies like Elf offer “feelings of hope and renewal” because of their cheesiness and predictability. In a world where North Korea has fired a…
2 years, 7 months ago
“Pope Francis allows priests to bless same-sex couples”
With the New York Times headline “Pope Francis allows priests to bless same-sex couples,” many may mistakenly believe that the pope (and, by extensio…
2 years, 7 months ago
Hamas attacks thwarted in Europe: “Their web of terror will threaten us all”
Seven people were arrested in Germany, Denmark, and the Netherlands last week on suspicion of planning attacks against Jewish institutions in Europe.…
2 years, 7 months ago