A Closer Look at Individual Accountability in Film A recently released movie, featuring actors Tim Robinson and Paul Rudd, highlights personal responsibility rather than broader systemic issues as the primary cause of failure. A Call to Ignite Change The film’s dialogue resonates with a sense of urgency, conveyed through a fervent declaration that inspires its … Read more

Brandon Lake Challenges Conventional Worship for “Bubba” Worship leader Brandon Lake invites us to reconsider how we approach those who might feel alienated by traditional church language. In a recent discussion, he described “Bubba” as the person dragged to church by his spouse—a man who isn’t yet comfortable with the familiar, elaborate expressions of faith. … Read more

Brandon Lake and the Case for Genuine Worship Brandon Lake recently urged churches to consider the example of “Bubba” – that person who finds himself in a service because his partner insisted and isn’t yet fluent in the familiar language of modern worship. Lake wonders if we should soften our expressions of faith, offering melodies … Read more

A Journey That Opened My Eyes My wife and I recently returned from a month-long road trip—a change from our past reliance on flying. We set off in our SUV to cheer on our youngest daughter, who competed in athletic events in North Carolina (she even won one!), and then spent three weeks exploring Florida. … Read more

Reflections from a Road Trip Recently, my wife and I embarked on an extended journey that took us through North Carolina and Florida. We traveled by car this time instead of flying, and along the way we witnessed striking billboards about eternal truths. One billboard in particular, featuring a flatlined heart monitor and the stark … Read more

A Journey of Reflection My wife and I recently wrapped up a month-long road trip with our family. We drove through North Carolina, where our youngest daughter competed in two athletic events (she triumphed in the second), and then spent several weeks in Florida. In years past, flying was our choice of travel, but nowadays … Read more

Milwaukee Man Faces Charges in Hit-and-Run Tragedy A man from Milwaukee has been formally charged following a hit-and-run incident that resulted in the death of a 70-year-old pastor’s wife and left her grandson injured. Authorities report that Donte Miller, 30, fled the scene after his speeding vehicle collided with the victims’ SUV. Miller now faces … Read more

Patricia Heaton Warns of the Reality of Spiritual Warfare in an Indie Horror Film Renowned for portraying deeply human characters in beloved television series, Patricia Heaton now takes on a role that ventures far from her familiar territory. In her latest film, The Ritual, she stars as a determined Mother Superior in a secluded Iowa … Read more

Afghan Christian Refugees Face an Uncertain Future as Deportation Threatens A prominent advocate for a group of Afghan Christians at a North Carolina church has voiced strong objections to recent claims by the previous administration stating that conditions in Afghanistan have improved sufficiently to allow their return. Julie Tisdale, a seminary student at the Church … Read more

Highlights Once a top-ranking woman within a Southern Baptist organization, she confronted widespread skepticism and legal repercussions after coming forward with claims of abuse by a seminary instructor. Exploring the nuances of deconstruction, a pastor outlines three distinct categories to enhance our listening skills and ability to guide effectively. For the first time, Protestants now … Read more