Christian Archives - Page 20 of 23
January 23rd, 2017
Some people want stronger gun control measures, while others insist the government should get out of the way. Are mass shootings preventable? What does religion say about owning guns?
Do We Have Religious Freedom?
January 13th, 2017
January 16th is Religious Freedom Day, the birthday of religious freedom in the United States. We've come a long way since Thomas Jefferson penned his famous statute, but by some indications we have a long ways to go.
Is Christmas Still a Religious Holiday?
December 30th, 2016
“Our many different cultures notwithstanding, there's something about the holidays that makes the planet communal. Even nations that do not celebrate Christmas can't help but be caught up in the collective spirit of their neighbors, as twinkling lights dot t
Kicking ‘Em While They’re Down: Criminalizing the Homeless
December 28th, 2016
A Maryland church was hit with $12,000 in fines from police for "illegal use of the property as housing units" for letting homeless people camp outside. Are we seriously criminalizing homelessness now?
What Happens When a Pastor’s Faith Changes?
September 29th, 2016
Earlier this month, the Toronto Star reported on the United Church of Canada's announcement that one of their most popular ministers, Gretta Vosper, is “unsuitable to continue serving” the church.
Smart Tattoos: Mark of the Beast?
August 18th, 2016
Researchers at MIT have created temporary smart tattoos. This breakthrough has the potential to better our lives. However, some have been off-put by its striking similarity to the Biblical mark of the beast.
One Nation, Under God? - When Faith and Politics Collide
August 1st, 2016
When voters go to the polls, they tend to look for a politician who “shares their values”. In America, these values are often centered around religious beliefs.
Is Christian Religious Freedom Under Attack?
July 12th, 2016
Religious freedom has been a hot topic across America in recent years. It has generated contentious debate around the First Amendment right to free exercise of religion, and, specifically, how far this right should extend. Since Christianity is the dominant re
More Greeks Worshiping Ancient Gods
July 1st, 2016
Some of you may be familiar with the ancient Greek religion, a polytheistic faith which involves the worship of many different gods and goddesses. Many modern Greeks are actually worshipping these ancient gods.
Pope Says Donald Trump isn't Christian - Does It Matter?
February 29th, 2016
We seem to have gotten to the point where whenever Donald Trump says something controversial, it no longer surprises us. So many were not surprised when Pope Francis said he's not a Christian.
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