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Should Churches Endorse Political Candidates?
A Texas case now before the Fifth Circuit could let churches back candidates. Polls show most Americans oppose that, and churches may not want it either. read more
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While U.S. college enrollment slides and campuses close, evangelical Protestant schools have grown—but four rival alliances face real strain ahead. read more
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Will a "Post-Literate" America Reshape Christianity?
THE RELIGION GUY’S ANSWER: Here’s a potential 2026 Book of the Year: “The New Dark Ages: The Death of Reading and the Dawn of the Post-Literate Society” by London Times columnist James Marriott. The... read more
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How Do We Understand the Huge Lifespans in Biblical Genesis?
Adam lived 930 years, Methuselah 969. Bible scholar John Walton makes the case that these numbers were never meant to be read literally. read more
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Why Do Americans Convert to Catholicism (JD Vance Included)?
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What Was American Religion Like in 1776? What Came Next?
What did faith look like in 1776 — and how did we get from there to here? The answer reshapes everything you thought you knew about "Christian America." read more
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Should Prostitution Be Accepted?
THE RELIGION GUY’S ANSWER: The sardonic jest designates this as “the world’s oldest profession” and indeed sex for sale is as ancient as the Bible, which lauds the converted Jericho prostitute Rahab... read more
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At #250, Is America a "Christian Nation?"
At America's 250th, only 17% want Christianity declared the official religion—but 60% want government to promote Christian values. The numbers explained. read more
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What's New With Famed Christian Convert Ayaan Hirsi Ali?
She was atheism's most celebrated female ally — until she fell to her knees and prayed. Ayaan Hirsi Ali on conversion, relapse, and joy. read more
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Did Paul Write the 13 Biblical Letters? Did He Even Exist?
Most churchgoers assume Paul wrote all 13 letters. Many scholars disagree — and a few doubt he existed at all. Richard Ostling surveys the debate from the Jesus Seminar to today's consensus. read more
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"Christian Zionism" defies easy labels. Explore the prophecy, politics, and theology behind evangelical support for Israel — and why the movement is more complex than you think. read more
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