“I think the issue with modern society is if I disagree with you, I have to hate you,” Mr. Steven Fox, tenth-grade Bible assistant said. Disagreement is seemingly intolerable in the modern era. One is expected, apparently, to loathe those they find differences with. Narratives of ‘us versus them,’ arise, polarizing both sides of the political spectrum. News outlets report endlessly on new politically motivated acts of violence, fear of being ostracized for political views is

John 17:14-16: “Be in the world, but not of the world.” We often hear this phrase in sermons, devotionals and even some secular media saying, “Be different.” As Christians, we know this has a deeper meaning than just simply “Be different.” We are called to stand out. Or, as Romans 12:2a would put it, “Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.” A question we all must ask ourselves is this: Why do we compromise? Is it because

infographic by Lucia Austhof It's homecoming season, and most girls are scrambling to find the perfect dress, buy the best shoes, style their hair and get their nails done. None of these things are bad; there is a fun, anticipatory aspect to all homecoming prep, but a strong focus on it can lead to dangerous comparisons and distorted views on one’s body.   With social media usage and the importance of physical appearance growing in modern culture, there is also an increase in

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illustration by Mae Bearden Who knows you the best? Besides God and maybe your personal journal, the answer will most likely be your...

illustration by Ashleigh Ward Philippians 4:6 says, “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition,...

illustration by Emma Scrivner “Emma’s so humble” might be one of the oddest compliments I have received. It feels like a paradox in...

While an endless sea of knowledge is just a click away, the truth has never been harder to find. In a world where Americans crave to know...

Most Christians experience a period of spiritual drought during their walk with the Lord. This is a season where you may or may not be...

As Christians, we are commonly taught the idea of righteous anger: the idea that anger, if directed towards sin, is justified. We feel we...

Music evokes nostalgia. As I was listening through old Spotify playlists recently, I remembered the seasons of high school. As the years...

A Baylor University Survey studying the “Views of God in America” found that 32% of Americans viewed the God of the Bible as...