God Rejects Victim and Honor Cultures The ancient scriptures teach a powerful lesson: neither a victim mentality nor a reactionary honor culture serves humanity well. Instead of encouraging retaliation or self-pity, God’s guidance directs us toward a way of life based on dignity and thoughtful restraint. Remembering the Past to Prevent a Victim Mindset In … Read more
Christianity’s Growth in a Rapidly Expanding World Between 2010 and 2020, the number of individuals identifying as Christian saw a consistent rise. However, this increase did not keep pace with the overall growth of the global population. The analysis reveals that, while Christianity continues to grow steadily, broader demographic trends are creating a scenario where … Read more
Christianity’s Shifting Demographics Over the last decade, the number of people identifying as Christians increased by 122 million. However, despite this substantial growth in absolute numbers, Christianity’s overall share of the global population actually diminished. This trend highlights a broader transformation in global religious dynamics, where an increase in adherents does not necessarily translate into … Read more
Reflecting on 80 Years of the Nuclear Age Eighty years have passed since the first atomic bomb was dropped on Hiroshima, sparking enduring debates over the decision. On August 6, America marked the anniversary of the bombing of Hiroshima, and three days later, the bombing of Nagasaki was similarly commemorated. These events came on the … Read more
80 Years After the Atomic Bombing On August 6, the nation marked the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima, and just three days later, the second bomb was dropped on Nagasaki. These events followed the successful culmination of the secret Manhattan Project when the first atomic device was detonated near Los Alamos, New … Read more
The Nuclear Age Marks 80 Years On August 6, the nation reflected on the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima, with a second bombing in Nagasaki following on August 9. These momentous events not only ended World War II but also forever altered the nature of warfare and international policy. The Build-Up to … Read more
Rising Secularism and Shifting Religious Identity The trend of more people declaring no religious affiliation is growing noticeably, and much of this change can be traced back to a decline in participation in traditional Christian churches. Many individuals who once identified with Christian communities are increasingly stepping away from organized religion, contributing significantly to the … Read more
Overview Recent research indicates that between 2010 and 2020, the number of Americans leaving Christianity outpaced those departing from any other religious group. While this trend represented a significant shift in the nation’s religious landscape, more recent surveys suggest that the rate of decline may be coming to a halt. Shifting Religious Affiliations Over the … Read more
Changing Faith: How Ohio Adults Are Redefining Their Religious Identities A recent study by a respected research organization has revealed that a significant portion of Ohio’s adult population no longer follows the religious traditions passed down by their parents. According to the survey, 36% of adults in Ohio have decided to embrace different faith perspectives … Read more
Overview of the Presbyterian Church in America Founded in 1973, the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA) pledges to remain “Faithful to the Scriptures, True to the Reformed Faith, and Obedient to the Great Commission.” Today, it stands as the largest conservative Reformed denomination in the United States. The PCA is committed to proclaiming salvation by … Read more