discipline
When Lenten fasting is indistinguishable from a New Age cleanse
By Tara Isabella Burton — February 28, 2019
(RNS) — Modern Lent has come to have more in common with Dry January — the viral sensation encouraging New Year's resolvers to give up alcohol for a month — than with its ecclesiastic antecedents.
‘Because she was immoral’: Christian school defends decision to deny pregnant teen graduation ‘walk’
By Adelle M. Banks — May 24, 2017
(RNS) Amid a torrent of criticism, the principal called the punishment an 'application of love.' Anti-abortion activists say the move shows a lack of love.
Why my Dad regrets spanking his children
By Jonathan Merritt — September 23, 2014
At more than 60 years old, pastor James Merritt says he regrets spanking his children even though he won't say the Bible categorically condemns it.
John Ortberg shares what every soul needs
By Jonathan Merritt — May 29, 2014
Popular pastor and author says we "live on the planet of lost souls" and identifies what he calls the "nine needs of the soul."
Recovering the discipline of hospitality: An interview with Jonathan Wilson-Hartgrove
By Jonathan Merritt — November 14, 2013
Author and activists urges Christians to love their neighbors by practicing hospitality.
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