Ordinary Terrorists
Muslim extremists in Pakistan do not always belong to dangerous groups.
By Jeff M. Sellers

Ordinary Terrorists
Muslim extremists in Pakistan do not always belong to dangerous groups.
By Jeff M. Sellers

Weblog: Valparaiso Repents For Holding Interfaith 9/11 Service
"Book pulled for pilfered preaching, Griswold says homosexuality as we understand it not mentioned in Bible, and other stories from online sources around the world"
Ted Olsen

Books & Culture Corner: 'We Now Know'
The boast of imperial science.
John Wilson

CONTENDING FOR THE TRUTH...IN CHURCH PUBLICITY
When you tell others about your church, is honesty the best policy?
Wayne Kiser

Rabble Roused
The complainers place me in an awkward position, seeking God on their behalf when I'd rather give them the boot.
By M. Craig Barnes

TO ILLUSTRATE…

BREAKING THE GRUMBLERS’ GRIP
How to respond (and not respond) to chronic complainers.
John White

Joyous Cursing
Was Dale Earnhardt Jr. right about profanity?
By Frederica Mathewes-Green

Speaking Out: The USCIRF Is Only Cursing the Darkness
The increasingly irrelevant U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom seems intent on attacking even those countries making improvements.
Robert A. Seiple

Matters of Opinion: Trashy Talk
Former Indiana coach Bobby Knight provokes examination of current speech standards as he continues to rage against the dying light.
By Richard A. Kauffman

Ten Excuses

From the Editors
Marshall Shelley

DEALING WITH THE OVERDEPENDENT
How can you help chronically needy people without them draining all your time, money, and energy?
Craig Brian Larson

Pakistan Sentences Another Christian to Death
Now two on death row, five appealing life sentences
Barbara G. Baker

Weblog: Mike Warnke, Christian Solidarity International Respond to Hoax Claims. (Actually, They Don't.)
Plus other stories from around the world
Ted Olsen

Unification Church: Inside Moon's Unhappy Family
Church founder's ex-daughter-in-law pens grim tome about life on the inside.
by James A. Beverley in New York

Reflections

The Changing Seasons of Ministry
Younger pastors and older pastors face different temptations and enjoy different rewards.
Kent Hughes

DEVELOPING A CHRISTIAN MEAN STREAK
Being a gentle shepherd, meek and mild, may get you into trouble.
Stephen Brown

"Seasons Change, and So Do Pastors"
Kent Hughes

Stopping Gossip

Nip It in the Bud

How You Should Study'
In a letter, Thomas shares his tips for academic success.
Thomas Acquinas

Jack Kelley Urged to Pursue Counseling
'A broken man' turns to Christian colleagues for support.
By Tony Carnes

Weblog: Bogus Claims of Abuse Leveled Against Martyred Missionary
Church opposes suspension of atheist pastor, and many other stories from online sources around the world.
Ted Olsen

Weblog: Israeli Officials Say James Ossuary, Joash Tablet are Fakes
Canadian government will legalize gay marriage nationwide, AMA supports human cloning, Sgt.'s Kuwait grenade attack was religiously motivated, and other stories from online sources around the world.
Ted Olsen

"Editor's Bookshelf: Amazing Myths, How Strange the Sound"
"An interview with Steve Turner, the author of Amazing Grace: The Story of America's Most Beloved Song."
David Neff

The Church of Cards

The Back Page: Post-Truth Society
The recent trend of lying is no accident.
Charles Colson

A Seeming Lack of Support from Religious Conservatives Forces White House to Postpone Faith-Based Initative
"Ted Turner's latest stupid comment, and other stories from mainstream media sources around the world."
Ted Olsen

To Quote

Film Forum: Is a Clean Movie Unrealistic?
Christian film reviewers look at Little Secrets, Simone, One Hour Photo, and Serving Sara, and readers debate movie-editing software.
Jeffrey Overstreet

Weblog: Broadcasts Include Dobson's NRB Speech on Focus and the F-Word on Network TV
The Ten Commandments, St. Benedict's business advice, and other stories.
Ted Olsen

Romeo Must Die
Reed Arvin

"The Dick Staub Interview: Philip Yancey, the Rumor-Monger"
"The author's latest is written not for Christians, but for those on the borderlands of belief."

Gujarat Religious Survey Troubles Indian Christians
Government of Indian state says it has been gathering statistics on the minority at the behest of federal officials
Joshua Newton

Trying the High Road

Weblog: How to Get Fired In One Easy Step
Plus: The sexiest church online, the dangers of linking to Christianity Today, and other stories from around the globe.
Compiled by Ted Olsen X.P.

Israel: Firebombs Threaten Messianic Jews
Balkan evangelicals feel strain of ethnic cleansing.
By Timothy C. Morgan, with Dan and Melike Smeenge in Albania; Tomas Dixon in Vienna; Willy Fautre in Brussels; and wire reports.

From the Editor

Books & Culture Corner: Double Indemnity Meets Dead Souls
A conversation with novelist Richard Dooling
Jeremy Lott

Watch Your Mouth
"Church controversies in Britain and Australia focus on a dirty word, the Word of God, and whether premarital sex is really a sin."
Ted Olsen

"Run, Run, Chomp, Chomp"
Critics sink their teeth into Jurassic Park 3 and America's Sweethearts. Plus a question about movie profanities
Jeffrey Overstreet

Matters of Opinion: Trashy Talk
Former Indiana coach Bobby Knight provokes examination of current speech standards as he continues to rage against the dying light.
By Richard A. Kauffman

Film Forum: Cheerleaders Voted Most Popular at the Cinema
What Christian film critics are saying about Bring It On, The Art of War, The Cell, The Original Kings of Comedy, and other new releases.
By Steve Lansingh | posted 8/30/00

Your World:The Value of Humor?
You're not alone if you don't.
By Frederica Mathewes-Green

Word Become Flesh
Quotations to Stir Heart and Mind
Compiled by Richard A. Kauffman

Nothing to Read
John Wilson

"West, Meet East"
Who Are the Christians in the Middle East? examines millions of forgotten believers
Cindy Crosby