For the 1,000th episode of his podcast “Theology in the Raw,” biblical scholar and author Preston Sprinkle had a candid conversation with Beth Moore, calling her the “queen of evangelicalism.” Moore, a prolific author and Bible teacher, publicly left the Southern Baptist Convention last spring, citing sexism and misogyny as key factors. The title of … [Read more...] about Despite a ‘Messy’ Ministry Path, Beth Moore Says Quitting Isn’t an Option
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‘Manhood Will Not Be So Easily Shaven’: Desiring God Article Advocating for Beards Met With Humor, Criticism
On Monday (August 22), Desiring God published an article titled “O Beard Where Art Thou,” wherein Greg Morse argued that growing a beard is a matter of theological significance. Morse is a staff writer for the John Piper founded media nonprofit and a graduate of Bethlehem College & Seminary, where Piper serves as chancellor. Morse Argues for the Theology of Beard … [Read more...] about ‘Manhood Will Not Be So Easily Shaven’: Desiring God Article Advocating for Beards Met With Humor, Criticism
Beth Moore’s Tweet About Having ‘A Crush’ on Jesus Causes Another Twitter Meltdown
A July 29 tweet from author and Bible teacher Beth Moore has caused a belated kerfuffle on Twitter. Some are calling Moore blasphemous and irreverent, while others are defending her and are perplexed that her tweet was even controversial. “I’m growing grapes for reals,” said Moore, posting a picture of grapes in her two-week old tweet. “It’s like a … [Read more...] about Beth Moore’s Tweet About Having ‘A Crush’ on Jesus Causes Another Twitter Meltdown
‘We Still Believe In Dad’s Innocence’—Ravi Zacharias’ Son Continues To Defend Father
Nathan Zacharias, son of the late disgraced apologist Ravi Zacharias, has posted his first blog in seven months to explain that his recent silence is not due to him having changed his mind about his father’s character. “Many people have written in to ask if a quiet blog means something has changed,” said Zacharias in a post dated Aug. 4. “As was the case before, … [Read more...] about ‘We Still Believe In Dad’s Innocence’—Ravi Zacharias’ Son Continues To Defend Father
State of the Bible: Swath of Committed Christians Don’t Attend Church Monthly
By Diana Chandler PHILADELPHIA (BP) – Most of the youngest generations who identify as committed Christians likely do not attend church at least once monthly, the American Bible Society (ABS) said in the latest release from its 2022 State of the Bible. Among Generation Z, Millennials and Generation X Christians whose personal commitment to Christ is still important in … [Read more...] about State of the Bible: Swath of Committed Christians Don’t Attend Church Monthly