American dream

David Platt’s dreams for McLean Bible Church sour as members file lawsuit over elder vote

By Bob Smietana — July 20, 2021
(RNS) — Platt, the best-selling author of ‘Radical’ and beloved Bible preacher, finds his church facing controversy over critical race theory.

America’s gospel of success leaves no room for failure

By Matthew S. Rindge — January 20, 2017
(RNS) Losing is the one thing Donald Trump detests more than anything else.

COMMENTARY: Winning and whining are insufferable

By Tom Ehrich — January 27, 2014
(RNS) Class war isn't a resentment of success. It is a reaction against stealing, unearned privilege and arrogance.

A summons to lose your life: An interview with David Platt

By Jonathan Merritt — March 26, 2013
David Platt, New York Times bestselling author and preacher, talks about his radical message and why it has ruffled so many Christians' feathers.
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