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Guides to our God Complex
Isabella Blanchard highlighted many of our favorite episodes, creating thoughtful questions and making them available as downloadable PDFs.
Roll Jordan, roll—sort of
The Friends of the Earth Middle East scored a victory this summer when some 9 million cubic meters of fresh water per year started flowing into the Jordan River.
Tuesday digest
New today (and yesterday) from the Century: LGBT Disciples, Protestant book recommendations, praying the Daily Office, more.
Dissatisfaction without escape
In recent years, some very good cautions have emerged concerning talk of “heavenly cities” and dissatisfaction with our “earthly” home. Preaching in such a way that emphasizes a city to come brings with it a host of dangers.
Protestant bibliophiles
What we read matters. But what should we read? Matthew Hedstrom describes Protestant angst amid the information overload of the early 20th century.
Homiletics and humor
I was at a youth retreat and a senior in high school asked me, “Who are your inspirations when it comes to public speaking?"
Reports of heaven
With some reluctance, I decided to read Proof of Heaven. I was surprised when my first reaction was positive.
Friday digest
New today from the Century: Sarah Kenyon Lischer on proof of heaven, Lee Hull Moses on her sheep pajamas, more.
Seating chart
In the fifth row first seat there was a slight boy named Matthew. He could not sit still under any circumstances whatsoever.