Opinion

HomeOpinion (Page 93)

When I read that ethicist Glen Stassen had died, I immediately thought: "A mighty oak has fallen." But Stassen's work will continue to inform Christian ethics and, subsequently, the world. Now it is time for those rigorously schooled by him to continue his influence and

Word & Way

Hate-monger hits close to home

April 23, 2014

author: Administrator

The only cure for hate is a changed heart. That doesn’t necessarily happen in a court of law or behind bars. In the case of Frazier Glenn Cross, deeply embedded hate at a young age has resulted in a wasted life and flowered into a

Missouri Voices

Find a grant-making partner in ministry

April 23, 2014

author: Administrator

Your church has started a ministry that meets needs and creates opportunities to share the good news of Jesus Christ. The ministry’s future is bright and is positioned to grow. The challenge standing in the way is how to fund its future.

Word & Way

Don’t be distracted this Easter

April 9, 2014

author: Administrator

Easter reminds us that one of the most effective ways to influence others for Christ is simply to tell the story of redemption and what the Son of God means to us, what he has done for us and especially the relationship with Christ that

Missouri Voices

Those difficult conversations

March 24, 2014

author: brandon

We have all had, or need to have, difficult conversations. An email that offended or troubled us, a blow-up at a family dinner, a situation at work that is unbearable, a church feud that is spilling out into the community or friction

Editorials

The unholy legacy of Fred Phelps

March 24, 2014

author: Administrator

The news that Fred Phelps, the 84-year-old founder of Westboro Baptist Church in Topeka, Kan., has died drew predictable reactions from just about everyone, from anger, to glee to relief. Phelps and the congregation, which includes most of his many children

Featured, Other Opinions, W&W Voices

Those difficult conversations

March 24, 2014

author: Administrator

Editorials

Drugstore chain makes right choice

March 11, 2014

author: Administrator

CVS pharmacies announced in early February that its 7,600 stores would cease selling cigarettes and other tobacco products, a decision that will cost the corporation roughly $2 billion a year in revenues.

Missouri Voices

Does your faith have question marks?

February 26, 2014

author: brandon

Here’s a paradox. Last year, I preached a sermon on doubt, which actually helped some people’s faith. I asked the question: Does your faith have any question marks? Doubt -- the searching kind -- really does have a place in the faith process.

Word & Way

Commit, plan, prepare to save lives

February 26, 2014

author: brandon

People of faith are keenly aware that “we are our brother’s keeper” and our children’s, our parents’, other relatives’, acquaintances’, strangers’ — everyone’s. They also are fully aware that Jesus was in the lifesaving and life-restoring business and admonished his disciples to be like him

126. Liz Cooledge Jenkins on Nice Church Patriarchy

Liz Cooledge Jenkins talks with Word&Way President Brian Kaylor about her forthcoming book Nice Churchy Patriarchy: Reclaiming Women's Humanity from Evangelicalism. She also discusses biblical interpretation, women in ministry, and church leadership practices. Note: Don't forget to subscribe to our award-winning e-newsletter A Public Witness that helps you make sense of faith, culture, and politics.
125. Kathryn Brownell on 24-7 Politics

Kathryn Cramer Brownell, a professor at Purdue University, talks with Word&Way President Brian Kaylor about her new book 24/7 Politics: Cable Television and the Fragmenting of America from Watergate to Fox News. She also discusses the impact of individuals like Richard Nixon, Ronald Reagan, Pat Robertson, and Donald Trump. Note: Don't forget to subscribe to…
124. Randall Balmer on Saving Faith

Randall Balmer, a professor at Dartmouth College, talks with Word&Way President Brian Kaylor about his new book Saving Faith: How American Christianity Can Reclaim Its Prophetic Voice. He also discusses the insights of biblical prophets, the danger of Christian Nationalism, and the meaning of the "Word" of God. He previously appeared on episode 25. Note: Don't…
123. Greg Garrett on the Gospel According to James Baldwin

Greg Garrett, a professor of literature and culture at Baylor University, talks with Word&Way President Brian Kaylor about his new book The Gospel according to James Baldwin: What America's Great Prophet Can Teach Us about Life, Love, and Identity. He also discusses reading and teaching Baldwin and traveling to track down more of Baldwin's life.…

Glen Stassen left a lasting legacy

Hate-monger hits close to home

Find a grant-making partner in ministry

Don’t be distracted this Easter

Those difficult conversations

The unholy legacy of Fred Phelps

Those difficult conversations

Drugstore chain makes right choice

Does your faith have question marks?

Commit, plan, prepare to save lives

About

Advertise

Subscribe

E-Newsletter