When the giant Goliath rises to terrorize a nation, a young shepherd armed with only a sling, a few stones, and unshakable faith steps forward.
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Read our regular columns on Faith Matters, Big Questions, Christian apologetics, Editorials, the Discover page (especially for kids), the Vantage Point, the Other Six, and letters from Christian Reformed Church members and our readers. Our online-only columns are As I Was Saying and Behind the Banner.
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The Clear Focus Bible uses the Bionic Reading® method, which bolds the portion of each word most critical for comprehension and guides the eye from word to word over the text.
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There are, of course, many factors that should influence how we answer these questions, not the least of which include artistic, educational, and entertainment value.
Dim Sum and Faith: How Our Stories Form Our Souls
By Jenn Suen ChenREAD MOREDrawing from her own rich tapestry of experiences, Jenn Suen Chen helps readers to explore how our personal narratives shape our spiritual journeys.
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Third Knives Out movie invites spiritual reflection.
A Paintbrush for Joni: The True Story of Joni Eareckson Tada and the Savior Who Turns Tragedy into Joy
By John Greco for Joni and Friends. Illustrated by Amelie VideloREAD MOREMiddle-grade readers will be inspired by the true story of gifted artist, author, and disability advocate Joni Eareckson Tada and learn that God can use them to achieve amazing things.
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Peculiarity is a hard place to be. And so, peculiar people are regularly in bowshot of discouragement’s arrows.
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What does it mean to be “confessional?” What are these documents we refer to as “confessions?”
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There was only one lane open, and there were a dozen carts in line ahead of me. Great.
Picking Tea with Baba
By Xu Bin. Illustrated by Yu YinREAD MOREThis day-in-the-life picture book for 5- to 9-year-olds engages the senses as it centers around family and working together while celebrating Chinese culture.
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Jeremy Allen White stars in a slow-burning vignette of Bruce Springsteen’s “Nebraska” era.
The Couch in the Yard
By Kate Hoefler. Illustrated by Dena SeiferlingREAD MOREA family takes a nighttime drive to the moon in this love letter to Appalachia, crackling with wonder and warmth.
A Map to Paradise
By Susan MeissnerREAD MOREIt’s 1956 Malibu, Calif.: Something is not right on Paradise Circle.
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Does she think their opinion is more important than mine? It’s causing trouble.
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Oh, now I should appreciate my pastor, you say?
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This book provides tips, tricks, and tools to rid yourself of the internal and external clutter weighing you down, as well as relatable stories and soul-nourishing truths from Scripture.
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At 34 years old, Ella McCay becomes the governor of her state. However, navigating relationships with the men in her family might be her biggest challenge yet.
Scattergood
By H. M. BouwmanREAD MOREIn rural Iowa in 1941,12-year-old Peggy’s quiet life is turned upside down by refugee arrivals, first love, and a heartbreaking diagnosis.
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As attractively merciful as this belief might sound, it does not fit with the biblical testimony or the universal church or the basic doctrines of God.
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The Banner’s Mixed Media editor highlights some of her favorite faith-based nonfiction books of 2025.
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See how readers responded to recent Banner issues, articles, and columns.
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In Scripture, debt can be a call to reflect God’s mercy.
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This collection of original songs depicts that period of time between Christ’s burial and his ascension.
These Blue Mountains
By Sarah Loudin ThomasREAD MOREGerman pianist Hedda Schlagel's world collapsed when her fiancé vanished after being sent to an enemy alien camp in the United States during the Great War. Now she must journey to the U.S. in search of answers.