In my work I often see the obstacles that stand in the way of young people growing in their faith.

He’s 11. A real go-getter. He lives two doors down and constantly rides his bike around the neighborhood looking for work.

Justice is a critical concept for Christians because it is important to God. Yet the Bible has a way of shattering all our notions of justice.

Despite my own thoughts, feelings, and inclinations, I’ve become a bed-maker.

Surprise! It’s very likely they already are.

We have a choice: to surrender to outrage and conspiracy, or recommit to our first freedoms—a sacred democratic commitment to one another.

We feel breezes all the time, and we know that wind causes many good things here on earth, but how does the wind form?

What does the Christian Reformed Church teach about demonic possession? Does the CRC in general believe in exorcism?

The temptation to use AI as a friend, therapist, and even romantic partner has been widely reported. What about AI-powered introspection?

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I've been looking for a job in my field for awhile. I pick up short-term contracts but never anything permanent. Is this a sign that I should pursue something else?

Serving the Christian Reformed Church under an altered mandate.

How can we learn to control our appetites (which are natural and originally good, and yet bad when they’re out of control) so that we don’t end up defined and dominated by them?

Why had I never written to him? How could I not have?

No country in the world has gone as far as Canada in enabling people to die if they want to.

The help I once thought was readily and unreservedly available is not. And some of those I once thought were willing to provide whatever was necessary in order to preserve precious human life have proved not to be so willing.

When people grumble about The Banner, I fear they have forgotten to read it correctly.

Many of us live lives that feel exhaustingly fast paced, running constantly but never really feeling caught up. How might we deal with that?

After some serious reflection, I had a vulnerable chat with God.

Birds’ voices are as specialized as people’s voices.

In 1985, I was a typical 3-year-old boy living in Iowa. I played with toy trucks and tractors and didn’t like the word “nap.”

Especially toward guests, kèqì is an overwhelming, welcoming force.

Although I am resigning in protest, I am not bitter or angry. I am disappointed, of course, but I have gone through a discerning process.