evangelicalism
Plotting goodness together: An interview with Shane Claiborne
By Jonathan Merritt — May 22, 2013
Activist and author Shane Claiborne talks about church, politics, and "red letter" Christianity.
Is God going to incinerate the Earth? And does it matter?
By Jonathan Merritt — May 21, 2013
Some evangelicals--but not all--believe the Earth will end in a cosmic barbecue. What difference does it make?
The Post-Church Christian: An interview with Carson Nyquist
By Jonathan Merritt — May 15, 2013
Carson Nyquist and his father, President of Moody Bible Institute, are wrestling with generational issues that often divide faith communities.
Is Mark Driscoll this generation’s Pat Robertson?
By Jonathan Merritt — May 13, 2013
Controversial pastor Mark Driscoll has amassed a following among cool Christians, but he's strikingly similar to the blundering Pat Robertson.
God’s favorite place on earth: An interview with Frank Viola
By Jonathan Merritt — May 2, 2013
Bestselling Christian author talks about his new book, the role of women in the church, and accusations that he's unorthodox.
Margaret Feinberg responds to Christianity Today’s Mark Galli
By Jonathan Merritt — April 24, 2013
Margaret Feinberg responds to Christianity Today's Mark Galli that she's promoting a "religion of experience."
How influential are Michael and Debi Pearl? And how harmful?
By Jonathan Merritt — April 22, 2013
Pastors Michael and Debi Pearl have received some media attention for their teachings on marriage and parenting, but how influential and harmful are they really?
We can’t save the world: An interview with Tyler Wigg-Stevenson
By Jonathan Merritt — April 19, 2013
After years of fighting, a prominent Christian activist concludes, "the world is not ours to save."
Mother Jones’ shameful attack on the Christian adoption movement
By Jonathan Merritt — April 18, 2013
A major publication attempts to pour cold water on the Christian adoption movement.
Fox News’ evangelical Democrat: An interview with Kirsten Powers
By Jonathan Merritt — April 10, 2013
Fox News' Kirsten Powers is both an evangelical and a Democrat. Here she talks about media bias, faith, and her take on the hot button topics of gun control and gay marriage.
Fox News’ evangelical Democrat: An interview with Kirsten Powers
By Jonathan Merritt — April 10, 2013
Fox News' Kirsten Powers is both an evangelical and a Democrat. Here she talks about media bias, faith, and her take on the hot button topics of gun control and gay marriage.
Is Francis the first Protestant Pope?
By Jonathan Merritt — April 10, 2013
Many Protestants are warming to Pope Francis. Could this newfound affection lead to mending fences between the estranged Christian bodies?
Partisanship, gay marriage, and the common good: An interview with Jim Wallis
By Jonathan Merritt — April 8, 2013
Jim Wallis has released a new book on the common good. Here he shares his ideas and why he's changed his mind on gay marriage.
Christian leaders mourn with Rick Warren over son’s suicide
By Jonathan Merritt — April 6, 2013
Christian leaders from across the spectrum express their sadness and support over Pastor Rick Warren's son's suicide.
Joel Hunter’s environmental documentary seeks to inspire Christians, avoid controversy
By Jonathan Merritt — March 20, 2013
Evangelical mega-church pastor Joel Hunter has never been afraid of controversy. But his new environmental documentary seeks to sidestep scandal and opt instead for inspiration.