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Christianity Today in 2023: Our Top News, Reviews, Podcasts, and More
A year in review of our most read articles and favorite stories.
My Top 5 Books for Christians on Sikhism
Must-reads for those eager to learn the origins, development, and tensions within a faith common to many Punjabis.
蔡蘇娟:從密室中發出信心芬芳的女傳道人
“暗室之後”說:“床榻不是我的監獄,乃是受訓的學校,聖靈是我的導師。”
Can We Consume Character? How to Learn Justice by Feasting
Deuteronomy offers a surprising method for becoming just disciples.
United Methodists Down 7,659 Churches As Exit Window Ends
1 in 4 UMC congregations have now disaffiliated in the largest US denominational schism since the Civil War. Will African Methodists leave next?
This Christmas, Let’s ‘Lie Flat’ and Rest
Chinese churches need to be aware of the spiritual cost of busyness for celebrating Jesus’ birthday.
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How Nine Lessons and Carols Brought a Century of Christmas Comfort
Written in the wake of world war, the poignant service stills us during a season of extravagance.
The Best Books for Understanding Islam and Connecting with Muslim Neighbors
Five regional scholars offer their recommendations for Christians.
My Top 5 Books for Christians on Islam in Southeast Asia
An Australian academic gives his recommendations for reading up on the world's second largest religion.
My Top 5 Books for Christians on Islam in Africa
A Nigerian academic gives his recommendations for reading up on the world's second largest religion.
My Top 5 Books for Christians on Islam in the Middle East
A Lebanese academic gives his recommendations for reading up on the world's second largest religion.
My Top 5 Books for Christians on Islam in South Asia
An Indian scholar gives his recommendations for reading up on the world's second largest religion
My Top 5 Books for Christians on Islam in Europe
A British missiologist gives his recommendations for reading up on the world's second largest religion
One Year, Seven Transformations, and the Emergence of a ‘WEIRDER’ World
American independence was one of many revolutions sparked in 1776. How can we live faithfully in the new order they created?
What a Satanic Statue Says About American Religion
Move over, Santa. This year’s Christmas controversy is about the devil.
Escaping High-Control Religious Groups
President of Cult Information and Family Support explains how Christians can aid loved ones through the long journey out.
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True Hope Cannot Be Manufactured
What happens when we embrace the limits of our strength?
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The Global Church in 2023: CT’s Top 20 International Stories
The Global Church in 2023: CT’s Top 20 International Stories
Our most-read stories from around the world, from Brazil to Cambodia to Germany.

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