The topic of if Lent is still relevant for Christians today is a heated one in some circles. But should it be? Of course, the importance of Lent, particularly for Christian Protestants, can vary depending on individual beliefs, practices, and denominational traditions. But, generally, is there still a place for this ancient practice in our …
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The new Barbie movie continues to top box offices, but not without controversy from every side, begging the question of if Christians should see it or not. In our humble opinion, YES, Christians should absolutely go see this new Greta Gerwig masterpiece! Though, we admit that this movie is not for everyone. The New Barbie …
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In the realm of digital assistants and conversational AI, ChatGPT is emerging as the modern Magic 8 Ball, offering a twist on the age-old fortune-telling device. With its vast knowledge base, natural language processing capabilities, and ability to generate contextually relevant responses, ChatGPT has become a go-to oracle for users seeking guidance, answers, and even …
Walking into an art museum can be overwhelming! And that’s why we’re highlighting the top 10 art pieces that a Christian must see at The High Museum. The High Museum of Art in Atlanta, Georgia, houses an impressive collection of artworks spanning various periods and styles. Due to its location, it is one of our …
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We’re all familiar with the commandment to rest on the Sabbath, but can modern observance of this ancient practice increase social justice in America today? The answer is probably going to surprise you. And hurt a little. (Fair warning!) As I sit here, in a hotel room in Montgomery, AL, my heart is ravaged with …
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Pumpkin Spice: mark of the season or mark of the beast? Everyone has a side, none are neutral (just as with spiritual destinies): to Pumpkin Spice or not to Pumpkin Spice? Like clockwork, the cool winds of September split our communities with a fervor usually reserved for disputes over infant or believer’s baptism. But could …
In our unstable environment, a Christian perspective on gender-fluid pronouns can make all the difference. With the myriad of pronoun options available in our gender-fluid age (he, she, they, xe), it is crucial that Christians keep a Scriptural perspective, holding two things in tension: truth and love. Language is Never Neutral As a world language, …
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Have you seen Hadestown, Eurydice, or Shang-Chi? They’re all retelling the same ancient myth of Orpheus and Eurydice, a tragedy, that points to Jesus (stick with us, we’ll prove it). As a people, humanity tends to retell the same stories. In literature, we refer to these as “universal themes.” They exist across both time and …
We’re about to drop a bomb, and we pray you seek shelter in the Word of God: let the drag queens read to the children. Drag Queen Story Hour has dominated the news and conversations of both Christians and non-Christians here in Greenville, SC. At one of the local branches of the library, drag queens …
Netflix’s Tidying Up with Marie Kondo has taken the world by storm, but is there a unique Christian perspective we should apply to the concepts taught? We started this discussion on Facebook last week. After finishing the show and testing some of the practices from a Christian perspective, I realized that my mindset and methods …
