byFaith - Why should Christians read fiction?

Why Read Fiction as a Christian? By Alan Noble Why should Christians read fiction? Alan Noble argues, "Fiction pushes you to contemplate words, images, and ideas and their relationships in a way that directly prepares you to read the Bible well." READ NOW

Words Create Worlds By Andy Jones Words create worlds. They have magical powers. They can start fires and extinguish them (James 3:6, Prov. 15:1). What type of world are we trying to create with our words? READ NOW The Limits of Patriotism By Chris Hutchinson As Bible-believing Christians, we should clearly stand against violence in all its malicious forms, whether it's abortion, sex-change surgeries on minors, or political violence. READ NOW The Faithful Patriot By Jennifer Patterson Patriotic gratitude recognizes the many blessings we enjoy in this country. Too often we can take for granted these benefits, as well as those who served and sacrificed to secure them. READ NOW Patriotism and the Minority Experience By Howard Brown As an American and a Christian, I am committed to my country because I believe there is yet more justice and righteousness to be delivered to and through God's Black sons and daughters here. READ NOW

AROUND THE WEB Reformed and Covenantal: Why Doctrine Matters in Missions Our mission is to make disciples, not Calvinists. But when poor theology twists the gospel of grace, solid doctrine is fundamental. Amid Turmoil, Haiti Finds Hope A Haitian pastor shares why Haiti is struggling, how its churches are doing, and how he prays for his country these days. Rev. John Chung Named Vice President of Enrollment Covenant Theological Seminary is pleased to announce that Rev. John Chung (MDiv ’09) was recently named Vice President of Enrollment. Strategic Plan Guides Seminary’s Efforts to Train Next Generation of Church Leaders The new strategic plan aims to further advance the Seminary’s theological training mission and steward well its relationship with our denomination and partners in the face of rapidly changing social, economic, and educational dynamics and demographics. FOLLOW  |  DONATE  |  DAILY DEVOTIONAL