Ryan Duncan
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Has the Church Forgotten about Puerto Rico?
Whatever Christians may be feeling over the latest drama to pop up in their Facebook feed, it should take a distant second to the current crisis in Puerto Rico.Wednesday, September 27, 2017
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Why Hospitality to Immigrants is Central to the Christian Faith
Hospitality is one of the greatest acts of fellowship we can share with another person, and it’s a shame the virtue has become so rare.Tuesday, September 19, 2017
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American Assassin is Shockingly Savage, Surprisingly Shallow
For a movie about global intelligence, American Assassin foolishly wastes an entire cast of talented actors on a mediocre story that's as pointless as it is bloody. In a world brimming with spy...Friday, September 15, 2017
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Christians Need to Stop Using These 5 Terrible Clichés
Small proverbs can be helpful, but real faith takes more than a slogan on a bumper sticker. Here are 5 Christian clichés it’s past time we retire.Tuesday, September 12, 2017
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10 Films to Encourage You in Dark Times
It’s difficult to write about pop culture when so many terrible things are happening in the world. Try to pen something funny, and it just feels inappropriate. Try to be serious, and the darkness...Friday, September 1, 2017
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How the Church can Bring Hope to Houston
Like many believers, I’ve been watching the events in Texas with grief and frustration. Now more than ever it’s important for the body of Christ to show up and offer help where we can.Tuesday, August 29, 2017
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10 Upcoming Shows Christians Should Know About
Well, it’s that time of year again. The sun is out, birds are singing, and broadcast television is sifting through a new generation of TV shows hoping to find the next big hit. Many networks have...Friday, August 25, 2017
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All Saints Should March into a Viewing of This Uplifting True Story
Artfully blending family-friendly entertainment with deeply personal questions of faith, All Saints not only succeeds as a compelling movie, but also demonstrates what the Church can accomplish...Thursday, August 24, 2017
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How To Thrive in Church as a Single Christian
If singles ever hope to have a place in the Christian community, both sides need to take intentional action.Wednesday, August 23, 2017
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10 Novels Guaranteed to Build Your Faith
A good novel has the potential to reveal more about God than a hundred sermons on theology. That’s probably why Jesus spoke so frequently in parables. These brief stories had the ability to take...Tuesday, August 15, 2017
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How the Church Can Take Action against Racism
While Christian leaders were quick to condemn the actions of the alt-right and issue calls for peace, many believers feel its past time the Church took a more active role in the fight against...Tuesday, August 15, 2017
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Am I a Bad Christian for Watching Game of Thrones?
Wednesday, August 9, 2017
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Why There is No "Morally Superior" Form of Schooling
Ultimately, each family must choose which incarnation works best for them, and respect those who pick differently.Wednesday, August 2, 2017
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6 Ways Parents Can Teach Children Scripture
Children look to their parents for guidance, support, and knowledge, especially when it comes to matters of faith. So naturally, adults should include scripture and Bible reading as part of their...Wednesday, July 26, 2017
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How Fiction Helps Us Battle Life's Dragons
For Christians, reading fiction and poetry aren’t merely a pastime, they’re a necessity.Tuesday, July 25, 2017
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Do You Know How to Speak the Truth in Love?
It shouldn’t surprise anyone to learn that we live in a very polarized world, and Christians will frequently find themselves in disagreement with people they know and care about. We are commanded...Wednesday, July 19, 2017
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How to Speak about the Afterlife to People Who Don't Care
For Christians, there can be no greater comfort than knowing death is not the end. But what about those who don’t believe in the afterlife, or worse, simply don’t care?Tuesday, July 11, 2017
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Ava DuVernay Creating Central Park Five Series
Director Ava DuVernay has never shied away from controversial subjects. Now DuVernay hopes to bring that same passion to an upcoming Netflix miniseries on the Central Park Five.Friday, July 7, 2017