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Quotation Marks
Recent comments on Intelligent Design, church architecture, and the term evangelical.
Compiled by Ted Olsen
posted 05/16/2006 09:30 a.m.
Doubts About Fish Story
Anti-Darwinists downplay 'missing link.'
by Sarah Eekhoff Zylstra
posted 05/11/2006 09:30 a.m.
Sidebar
Sweeter Dreams
HIV infections decline in Zimbabwe.
by Isaac Phiri
posted 04/28/2006 10:00 a.m.
Science in Wonderland
Getting some perspective (250 million years' worth) on the evolution controversy.
by John Wilson
posted 04/25/2006 09:30 a.m.
The Other ID Opponents
Traditional creationists see Intelligent Design as an attack on the Bible.
by Rob Moll
posted 04/25/2006 09:30 a.m.
Looking After Creation
Acclaimed physicist Sir John Houghton discusses his motives and passion for a cooler world climate.
Interview by David Neff
posted 04/05/2006 10:00 a.m.
God by the Numbers
Coincidence and random mutation are not the most likely explanations for some things.
by Charles Edward White
posted 03/10/2006 10:00 a.m.
To Be Happy in Jesus
Are evangelical Christians really happier than their neighbors?
by Sarah Pulliam
posted 03/08/2006 10:00 a.m.
Speaking Out
If Thy Stomach Offends Thee
Weight loss for me isn't about beauty or health.
by Lisa Ann Cockrel
posted 12/13/05 09:00 a.m.
Go Figure
Recent stats on religious and non-religious politics, Russia's abortion rate, and views on evolution.
Compiled by Ted Olsen
posted 10/26/2005 09:00 a.m.
Deadening the Heart
Killer video games are no 'safety valve'—quite the opposite.
A Christianity Today editorial
posted 09/21/2005 09:30 a.m.
The $1 Billion Handoff
Sir John Templeton's born-again son takes control of the famous foundation—but there are strings attached.
by Tony Carnes
posted 08/19/2005 09:00 a.m.
Go Figure
Stats on megachurches, Billy Graham, and doctors' faith.
Compiled by Ted Olsen
posted 07/20/2005 09:00 a.m.
Design Film Sparks Angst
Under fire, Smithsonian disavows presentation on Intelligent Design.
by Denyse O'Leary in Washington
posted 07/06/2005 09:30 a.m.
Evangelicals Applaud Supreme Court Ruling on Medical Marijuana
At least those that paid attention to the decision.
by Rob Moll
posted 06/14/2005 09:00 a.m.
Designed Dispute
Curriculum critical of evolution nears approval in Kansas.
by Rebecca Barnes
posted 06/13/2005 09:30 a.m.
Designed Dispute
Curriculum critical of evolution nears approval in Kansas.
by Rebecca Barnes
posted 06/13/2005 09:30 a.m.
Science that Backs Up Faith
There is overwhelming evidence for a creator, says Lee Strobel.
Interview by Rob Moll
posted 06/01/2005 10:45 a.m.
Were the Darwinists Wrong?
National Geographic stacks the deck.
By Thomas Woodward
posted 11/23/04 9:30 a.m.
DISPATCH FROM D.C.
Climate Change Briefing Brings Together Christian Aid Groups
Rising temperatures will disproportionately affect the poor, say analysts.
By R. Scott Nolen
posted 10/19/04 9:30 a.m.
Heat Stroke
The climate for addressing global warming is improving.
A Christianity Today editorial
posted 09/16/04 9:00 a.m.
The Art of Debating Darwin
How to intelligently design a winning case for God's role in creation.
Reviewed by Edward J. Larson
posted 09/08/04 8:30 a.m.
Unintelligent Debate
It's time to cool the rhetoric in the Intelligent Design dispute.
By John Wilson
posted 09/03/04 9:00 a.m.
Q&A: Deborah Dortzbach
International director of HIV/AIDS programs at World Relief on our progress, and regress, with AIDS.
By Agnieszka Tennant
posted 08/16/04 8:30 a.m.
Books & Culture Corner: Tending the Garden
Evangelicals and the environment.
By John Wilson
posted 07/07/2004 12:01 a.m.
Finding God in the Heavens
Recent discoveries in space can be cause for praise.
By Rob Moll
posted 04/20/2004
The Techno Sapiens Are Coming
When God fashioned man and woman, he called his creation very good. Transhumanists say that, by manipulating our bodies with microscopic tools, we can do better. Are we ready for the great debate?
By C. Christopher Hook
posted 12/19/2003
Define 'Better'
One person's improvement is another person's degeneration.
An interview with bioethicist C. Ben Mitchell
posted 12/19/2003
The Leprosy Doctor
Paul Brand showed how to serve others sacrificially and emerge with joy.
By Philip Yancey
posted 10/23/2003
Noted Surgeon and Author Paul Brand Dies at Age 89
Connected his pioneering work with leprosy and his missionary faith.
By CT staff
posted 07/10/2003
Special Section:
The Best of Paul Brand
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God's Astounding Laws of Nature
"I like to think of God as developing his skills," said Dr. Paul Brand.
Interviewed by Philip Yancey
posted 07/10/2003, originally printed 12/01/1978
A Surgeon's View of Divine Healing
Do doctors waste their time by doing slowly and painstakingly what could have been done in the twinkling of an eye?
By Paul Brand and Philip Yancey
posted 07/10/2003, originally printed 11/25/1983
Blood, Part 1: The Miracle of Cleansing
We moderns are repelled by the thought of blood cleansing, but biologically and spiritually the precious liquid does exactly that.
By Paul Brand and Philip Yancey
posted 07/10/2003, originally printed 02/18/1983
Blood, Part 2: The Miracle of Life
A well-known surgeon talks about that miraculous red river within us as an emblem of life.
By Paul Brand and Philip Yancey
posted 07/10/2003, originally printed 03/04/1983
Blood, Part 3: Life in the Blood
If Jesus had been born in the twentieth century, would he have chosen the image of transfusion for his forgiveness, love, and healing? (March 18, 1983)
By Paul Brand and Philip Yancey
posted 07/10/2003, originally printed 03/18/1983
The Scars of Easter
He knows the wounds of humanity. His hands prove it.
By Paul Brand and Philip Yancey
posted 07/10/2003, originally printed 04/05/1985
A Handful of Mud
Soil is life. Can we preserve it for future generations?
By Paul Brand
posted 07/10/2003, originally printed 04/16/1985
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What Larry Burkett Knew About Healing and Death
The financial guru died last week-but not of the kidney cancer he fought for seven years.
By Larry Burkett
posted 07/09/2003
A Strategy for Progress
Unless prevention of HIV/AIDS becomes a clear priority, things will get worse.
A Christianity Today Editorial
posted 05/02/2003
ABC vs. HIV
Christians back abstinence-fidelity plan against deadly virus.
By Mark Stricherz
posted 03/10/2003
Bono's American Prayer
The world's biggest rock star tours the heartland talking more openly about his faith as he recruits Christians in the fight against AIDS in Africa.
By Cathleen Falsani
posted 02/21/2003
Editor's Bookshelf: 'I Just Wanted You to Kill the Pain'
A physician talks about how to help dying people best live their final months
By David Neff
posted 12/31/2002
Editor's Bookshelf: Truth and Hope Are Partners
An interview with David Kuhl, author of What Dying People Want
By David Neff and Todd Hertz
posted 12/31/2002
Editor's Bookshelf: 'I Just Wanted You to Kill the Pain'
A physician talks about how to help dying people best live their final months
By David Neff
posted 12/31/2002
Editor's Bookshelf: Truth and Hope Are Partners
An interview with David Kuhl, author of What Dying People Want
By David Neff and Todd Hertz
posted 12/31/2002
How Computer Nerds Describe God
The founding editor of Wired magazine explains his mission to talk about faith using the vocabulary and logic of science.
An interview with Kevin Kelly
posted 11/20/2002
Killing a Pandemic
The church may be best equipped to deal HIV/AIDS a crippling blow.
A Christianity Today editorial
posted 11/18/2002
AIDS 'Apathy' Campaign Debuts
Yet Christian leaders say stigma, not neglect, is the bigger problem.
By Laura van Vuuren in Barcelona, Spain
posted 08/28/2002
'A Nuclear Bomb' For Evolution?
Critics of Darwinism say skull's discovery isn't all it's cracked up to be.
By Todd Hertz
posted 08/14/2002
RU-486 Deaths Prompt Outcry
Danco Labs warns doctors about dangers of 'early option' pill.
By Stan Guthrie
posted 05/24/2002
King Herod Was Troubled
University of Washington physician finally has his diagnosis.
By Ted Olsen
posted 04/11/2002
For Better or Worse
A new study finds that married people live longer and are less depressed.
By Ted Olsen
posted 04/09/2002
Holy Health
A Vatican bishop links sin with sickness.
By Ted Olsen
posted 04/04/2002
The Bible's Psychotherapist
University professor diagnoses Samson and Ezekiel.
By Ted Olsen
posted 01/22/2002
CT Classic: Doctors Under Oath
Modern medicine has misplaced its moral compass. Can Hippocrates help?
Nigel M. de S. Cameron
posted 11/26/2001
Health Workers Urge Indian Churches to Join Campaign Against AIDS
The Christian Medical Association of India fights the social stigma that accompanies the disease.
Anto Akkara in New Delhi
posted 11/21/2001
'Shooting Gallery' Draws Opposition
A church-run injection center for heroin addicts claims success.
Dave Crampton
posted 11/06/2001
Gen-Etiquette
Scientists may be mapping the genome, but it will be up to us to determine where the map will lead.
Lori B. Andrews
posted 10/04/2001
Manipulating the Linguistic Code
Religious language falling into the hands of scientists can be a fearful thing.
John Wilson
posted 10/03/2001
The Genome Doctor
An interview with Francis Collins.
Agnieszka Tennant
posted 10/01/2001
Mercy Impaired
Let's shock the world by reversing our apathy toward African sufferers.
Richard E. Sterns
posted 09/27/2001
Embryos Split Prolifers
Bush decision pleases some, keeps door open for disputed research.
By Sheryl Henderson Blunt in Washington, D.C.
posted 8/27/01
House Backs Human Cloning Ban
Scientists say they'll go ahead anyway.
By Sheryl Henderson Blunt
posted 8/27/01
Possessed or Obsessed?
Many Christians say they are in need of deliverance but some may be giving demons more than their due.
By Agnieszka Tennant
posted 8/24/01
Exorcism Therapy
An interview with Michael W. Cuneo, author of American Exorcism: Expelling Demons in the Land of Plenty.
By Agnieszka Tennant
posted 8/24/01
Alter Possession
Some 'demons' are better left unexorcised.
By Agnieszka Tennant
posted 8/24/01
Pandora's Box of SRA
Satanic ritual abuse is often hard to prove, but it may not matter.
By Agnieszka Tennant
posted 8/24/01
Learning English from MTV
Inside Agnieszka Tennant's article on deliverance ministries.
By David Neff
posted 8/24/01
What Good Is Stardust?
The universe is remarkable for what God has equipped it to do.
By Howard J. Van Till
posted 8/17/01
Indian Church Steps Up Education Programs To Deal With Threat Of AIDS
Ten percent of those living with AIDS live in India.
By Anto Akkara in New Delhi, India
posted 8/17/01
Dying Alone
Baptist women seek out and care for ashamed, abandoned AIDS patients.
By Sue Sprenkle in Elukwatini, South Africa
posted 6/15/01
Few to Receive Generic AIDS Medicines
Pharmaceutical companies drop suit against South Africa, but problems remain.
By Ecumenical News International
posted 5/18/01
Church Opens Injecting Room in Sydney to Help People 'Almost Out of Reach'
But is helping heroin addicts inject themselves an act of compassion or foolishness?
By Margaret Simons in Sydney
posted 4/16/01
Foot-and-Mouth Reveals 'Helplessness' of Humans, Say Dutch Churches
Uniting Protestant Churches back vaccination, but at least one Dutch Reformed clergyman sees God's judgment in outbreak.
By Ecumenical News International
posted 4/4/01
Reflections: Overcoming Addictions
Quotations to stir mind and heart.
Compiled by Richard A. Kauffman
posted 3/12/01
Bitter Pills
What does RU-486 change about abortion?
A Christianity Today Editorial
posted 12/11/00
Design Interference
William Dembski fired from Baylor's Intelligent Design center.
By Tony Carnes
posted 11/28/00
Scientists: Just Leave Us Alone
Not all the academy is so taken with postmodernism.
By Catherine Crouch
posted 11/10/00
Ebola Outbreak Leads to Suspension of Church Services
Panic and terror spread like virus as infections and deaths increase.
By Greg Taylor in Jinja, Uganda
posted 10/20/00
A Deceptive Good
The uneasy morality of rescuing spare humans created in vitro.
By Thomas Kennedy
posted 9/18/00
Bearing (some but not all) Burdens
Clean-living Christians create an unusual way to share medical expenses.
By Chuck Fager
posted 9/15/00
The Weigh & the Truth
Christian dieting programs-like Gwen Shamblin's Weigh Down Diet- help believers pray off the pounds. But what deeper messages are they sending about faith and fitness?
By Lauren F. Winner
posted 8/25/00
'Judge Us by Our Fruits'
The founder of Weigh Down responds to her critics.
An interview with Gwen Shamblin
posted 8/25/00
Beyond the Impasse to What?
Stem-cell research may not need human embryos after all. But why are we researching in the first place?
By C. Ben Mitchell
posted 8/18/00
Speaking with Action Against AIDS
A report from the Thirteenth International AIDS Conference.
By Debbie Dortzbach in Durban, South Africa
posted 7/19/00
The Personhood Wars
Aristotle and Aquinas enter the bioethics debate, answering what it means to be human.
By Brad Stetson
posted 6/27/00
Thus Spoke Superman
Troubling language frames the stem-cell debate.
A Christianity Today Editorial
posted 6/13/00
A Good Death
My husband was more whole on his deathbed than at any other time in his life.
By Margaret Kim Peterson
posted 6/2/00
Your Darwin Is Too Large
Evolution's significance for theology has been greatly exaggerated.
By John Wilson
posted 5/25/00
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