Alliance of Baptists Chooses Restitution & Redemption from Thief Who Stole $20,000
The Alliance of Baptists was the victim of a $20,000 theft but chose to follow the biblical admonition to “turn the other cheek” in a redemptive way. Read full piece
SBC May Break Ties with Georiga Church Over LGBTQ Stance
Shiloh Road church in Kennesaw finds itself facing possible disfellowship from the Southern Baptist Convention over that stance. Read full piece
Some Capitol Rioters Believed They Answered God’s Call, Not Just Trump’s
A relentless religious framing of the election led many Christians to Washington on Jan. 6. Read full piece
Christian Prophets Are on the Rise. What Happens When Theyʼre Wrong?
They are stars within one of the fastest-growing corners of American Christianity. Now, their movement is in crisis. Read full piece
Pastors, Will You Speak Up When a Black Woman is Demeaned?
Frederick Douglas Haynes III & Ralph Douglas West: We will not remain silent as so-called ‘men of God’ use their position to shape our world in the image of a God that ignores racism and fears women’s power and leadership. Read full piece
After Military Coup, It’s ‘Time to Shout’ for Myanmar Evangelicals
Despite becoming more vulnerable and disconnected following last week’s military takeover, the country’s Christian minority steps out in prayer and protest. Read full piece
Don’t Let Politeness Keep You from Confronting Lies
Ethical people have a responsibility to strongly call out mistruths. Use specific language and the strength of your character to do so. Read full piece
‘Church Shouldn’t Stay Silent,’ Church Official Says Amid Russian Protests
The secretary-general of the Russian bishops’ conference defended his church’s right to speak out during police repression, as the country’s Catholic archbishop demanded “substantial, concrete answers” to societal problems that are the subject of current massive protests. Read full piece
Guns Shouldn’t Trump the First Amendment
Word&Way Editor Brian Kaylor wrote a guest op-ed for the Missouri Times about a state bill to make it easier to bring concealed weapons into houses of worship. Read full piece
Texas Gambling Opponents Ready for Battle
With major professional sports teams supporting efforts to legalize sports betting and one of the world’s largest gambling companies backing a multimillion-dollar lobbying effort on behalf of casinos, gambling opponents recognize the potential for a David-and-Goliath battle in the Texas Legislature. Read full piece