Understanding the Times through a Biblical Christian Worldview
Each week we gather the headlines shaping the Church and the culture and link you straight to the original reporting — so you can stay informed and weigh the news with discernment. From religious liberty and persecution to cultural shifts and the signs of the times, these stories are curated to help you watch the world through a Biblical Christian lens.
Comedian Nazareth Says 'God Created Humor' – and that's Why Clean Comedy Resonates
Award-winning clean comedian Nazareth, named 2026 Comedian of the Year, argues that family-friendly comedy is experiencing a resurgence. He credits God with creating humor and uses His comedy to reach audiences and share the Gospel, believing clean humor offers genuine healing rather than shock-value entertainment. Worth reading if you're curious how entertainers are using their platforms to point audiences toward Christ in culturally relevant ways.
Is Porn Use Grounds for Divorce in a Christian Marriage?
Matt Willis, founder of Courage Reclaimed, explores theological and emotional dimensions of pornography addiction in Christian marriages. He argues successful marriages reflect Gospel values of sacrifice, servant leadership, and redemption rather than merely lasting years, drawing on His personal 10-year recovery journey. If you're wrestling with betrayal or addiction in your marriage, this honest exploration of what recovery and redemption can look like might offer hope you didn't expect.
Texas TV Meteorologist Prays Live During Storm: 'God, Your Sovereignty Is What We Lean into'
San Antonio meteorologist Bill Taylor paused his weather forecast Wednesday to pray live on air for motorists' safety as dangerous floodwaters approached a busy highway. Viewers responded positively on social media, praising his public expression of faith during the weather emergency. This shows how faith can be lived out naturally in secular workplaces when someone has the conviction and courage to do so.
17 Things the Bible Says about Angels
Dr. Roger Barrier outlines Biblical teachings about angels, including that God created them before the universe, some rebelled with Lucifer, they serve God's purposes, protect believers, minister to those in need, and fight Satan's demons until final judgment. If you've wondered what Scripture actually teaches about angels beyond popular culture caricatures, this breakdown from Biblical passages gives you solid theological grounding.
Social Emotional Learning or Counterfeit Gospel?
Commentary argues Social Emotional Learning (SEL) programs in schools have roots in New Age philosophy and Buddhist practices rather than Christian teaching, and proposes SEL functions as a competing religious system that replaces Biblical concepts of sin, grace, and the Holy Spirit with secular psychology. If your kids are in public school, understanding what SEL actually teaches—versus what it claims to teach—is worth your attention as a parent.
The Danger Of Reshaping Christianity To Fit Culture: A Letter To James Talarico
Pastor Jeff Mullen addresses Texas State Rep. James Talarico's theological positions, arguing they deviate from Biblical teaching on God's nature, exclusive salvation, abortion, gender, and sexuality to align with cultural preferences rather than Scripture. This letter examines how Christian leaders publicly interpret Scripture, raising important questions about Biblical faithfulness versus cultural accommodation in contemporary theology.
2,600-Year-Old Charred Beams from Solomon's Temple Era Unearthed in Jerusalem
Archaeologists in Jerusalem have uncovered massive charred wooden beams from Solomon's Temple destruction in 586 B.C., preserved by melted plaster. The discovery corroborates the Biblical account in 2 Kings of Nebuchadnezzar's Babylonian invasion. This archaeological find provides tangible evidence supporting the Biblical narrative of Jerusalem's destruction, bridging ancient history with Scripture.
Churches Have Shrunk the Gospel
The article argues that many churches have reduced Christianity to Sunday worship, moral improvement, and conversion decisions, divorcing faith from work, culture, and daily life. It calls for recovering a vision of Christ's lordship over all creation and believers fully formed by Scripture in every sphere. This piece challenges whether your faith actually shapes how you think about work, politics, and culture—or if it's mostly confined to Sunday mornings.
Will God Punish Us in Heaven for Our Sins?
Dr. Roger Barrier addresses whether 2 Corinthians 5:10 means Christians will be punished in Heaven. He explains that all sins are forgiven through Jesus, and the Judgment Seat of Christ evaluates believers' works for rewards, not punishment, based on their service to God's Kingdom. If you've struggled with guilt over past sins, this directly addresses whether God will bring them up again in eternity.
Bible Use Rises Among Americans Facing Divorce, Tragic Event
A new American Bible Society survey finds that Americans experiencing hardship—including divorce, natural disasters, and illness—turn to Scripture more frequently than those without such struggles, viewing faith as a source of comfort during difficult times. This research shows how crisis often drives people back to God's Word, which might encourage you in praying for those currently walking through major trials.
Are Christians Worshipping Biblically?
An article examining Biblical worship standards, discussing the normative versus regulative principles, and arguing that modern evangelical worship often prioritizes emotional experience over theological content and God's prescribed methods. Worth reading if you've wondered whether your church's worship practices align with Scripture or primarily chase feelings.
Is Your Political Rage a Spiritual Problem?
Author David Jones III argues that Christians should conduct political discourse with gentleness and kindness rather than rage and contempt, following Paul's instructions in 2 Timothy 2:24-25. He contends spiritual battles require spiritual weapons like prayer and truth, not anger. This piece challenges how we engage politically and asks whether our public behavior reflects Christ's character to a watching world.
What Are Stewards in the Bible? Meaning and Importance of Stewardship
The article explains Biblical stewardship as utilizing and managing God's resources for His glory and creation's betterment. It defines Christian stewards as responsible for both financial and spiritual gifts, citing Joseph as an example and providing ten Scripture passages on stewardship. If you're wrestling with how God wants you to use what He's given you—money, time, gifts—this clarifies the Biblical framework.
7 Truths to Remember as You Deal with Spiritual Warfare
Author Clarence L. Haynes Jr. presents seven Biblical truths about spiritual warfare, including that it is real, believers need not fear, not all negative events are demonic attacks, Christians cannot be demon-possessed, and believers possess greater weapons and power through Christ to achieve victory. This piece clarifies common misconceptions about spiritual warfare that may be causing unnecessary fear or false blame in your Christian walk.
What Are the Seven Deadly Sins? A Biblical Guide
The article explains the seven deadly sins formalized by Pope Gregory I in the 6th century: pride, envy, wrath, gluttony, lust, sloth, and greed. It provides Biblical definitions, relevant Scripture passages, and discusses how these sins damage the soul if unrepented. Understanding these categories of sin helps you recognize spiritual dangers and their Biblical counterbalances in your own Christian walk.
Why Daily Repentance Is Essential for a Peaceful Life
Author Amanda Idleman argues that Christians must practice daily repentance to remain faithful. She defines repentance from the Greek word 'metanoeo' as changing one's paradigm, emphasizing Jesus's teaching on seeking forgiveness and God's grace through prayer and the Holy Spirit. If you're wrestling with sin patterns that keep repeating, this piece offers a Biblical framework for breaking the cycle rather than shame-cycling alone.
JD Vance Further Explains Alien-Demon Beliefs to Joe Rogan
Vice President JD Vance discussed His belief that aliens could be demons during a Joe Rogan interview, arguing that hyper-powerful supernatural beings described historically align with Biblical concepts of angels or demons rather than extraterrestrials. Christians discussing UFOs and spiritual warfare in public discourse is becoming more common—worth understanding what leaders are actually claiming.
7 Things the Bible Says about Loved Ones in Heaven
Article outlines seven Biblical teachings about deceased loved ones in Heaven, including eternal life through faith in Jesus Christ, immediate presence with God after death, prepared heavenly dwellings, resurrection hope, communion of saints, absence of suffering, and eternal fellowship with believers. If you're grieving someone you believe trusted Jesus, this article compiles Scripture passages that address what the Bible actually teaches about where they are now.
6 Female Celebrities Who Openly Follow Christ
The article profiles six female celebrities who publicly practice Christianity while working in entertainment. Featured are Candace Cameron Bure, Carrie Underwood, Chonda Pierce, Patricia Heaton, Lacey Chabert, and Faith Hill. The article describes their careers, faith commitments, and how they balance Hollywood success with their Biblical beliefs. This overview shows how some prominent Christian women navigate secular entertainment while maintaining their faith publicly, which may encourage or challenge your own thinking about cultural engagement.
Can Loved Ones in Heaven Look Down on You?
Author RJ Thesman argues that deceased loved ones may occasionally look down on the living and visit earth. She cites Biblical passages including Hebrews 12:1, the Transfiguration account, and the story of the rich man and Lazarus as evidence supporting this possibility.
Dead Sea Scrolls: 5-Year Project to Find Out Where Written
A five-year research project funded by a $2.8 million European Research Council grant will investigate the origins of the Dead Sea Scrolls using chemical analysis, artificial intelligence, and paleography. Researchers aim to map over 25,000 scroll fragments and determine where they were produced and their role in ancient Judean society.
Top 20 Most Popular Bible Verses from Scripture
Crosswalk identifies the 20 most popular Bible verses based on online search rankings. The list includes John 3:16, Jeremiah 29:11, and Romans 8:28, with themes of connecting with God, living with purpose, and finding strength. The article includes full verse text and explanations.
July 4, 1776: The founding of a Christian nation?
Article examines whether America was founded as a Christian nation, analyzing historical evidence and competing interpretations. It details how the Declaration referenced God in non-confessional terms, notes constitutional separation of church and state, and discusses how modern evangelical leaders frame American Christian heritage.
What Is Salvation? (Also: Why It's Needed and How to Get It)
This article defines salvation as deliverance from sin's consequences through Jesus Christ. It explains what believers are saved from (God's wrath), by whom (Christ alone), and to what (relationship with God). It describes how salvation occurs through repentance and faith, and addresses salvation's past, present, and future dimensions.
'Abundant Life': Study Finds Bible-Reading Is Better Self-Care Than Exercise
A study by the American Bible Society finds Bible reading correlates with lower stress, anxiety, and loneliness levels compared to exercise, meditation, or time with friends. Scripture-engaged individuals reported higher hope scores and overall flourishing ratings than non-readers.
A Crisis in America
Pastor Jim McGrew argues that America faces moral and spiritual decline due to pastors abandoning Biblical worldview and declining church attendance. He cites surveys showing only 37% of pastors hold a Biblical worldview and calls Christians to reclaim the nation's Christian foundation.
A Prayer to Be a Bold Witness for Christ | Your Daily Prayer
Crosswalk publishes a daily prayer encouraging Christians to share their faith despite fears of saying the wrong thing or offending others. The prayer, written by Emily Rose Massey, emphasizes relying on the Holy Spirit and approaching conversations with gentleness and respect while pointing others to Christ.
8 Ways to Spot False Prophets in Today's Churches
Article outlines eight ways to identify false prophets in modern churches: relying on the Holy Spirit's witness, checking alignment with Scripture, noting lack of personal accountability, recognizing imposed legalism, observing toxic church culture, spotting self-aggrandizement, and examining whether predictions come true.
9 Strategies to Help You Fight Habitual Sin
Aaron D'Anthony Brown outlines nine strategies for overcoming habitual sin, including honesty, identifying personal motivation, forming good habits, building introspection, setting limits, seeking accountability, prayer, cultivating self-reliance, and maintaining hope. Brown draws from personal experience, recovery groups, and Scripture.
Carl Trueman on the crisis of the West and why nationalism and cultural Christianity are not the answer
Theologian Carl Trueman argues Western civilization's decline stems from viewing humans as autonomous and self-creating. He warns against Christian nationalism as mere identity politics, advocates for long-term institutional rebuilding, and distinguishes patriotism from nationalist ideology.
Tarot Card Reader with 1 Million Followers Becomes Christian, Deletes Content
A prominent tarot card reader known as "Alex Reads Tarot" announced she has become a Christian and deleted all tarot-related content. With nearly 1 million followers, she stated her growing faith made it impossible to continue practicing tarot and plans to use her platform to point others to Christ.
Guilt and the Great Deception in the Christian Life
Author Candice Lucey distinguishes between shame and conviction in Christian faith. She addresses those who left churches due to guilt, arguing that shame is a lie while guilt is God's conviction meant to restore relationships. She encourages engaging with Jesus rather than rejecting faith based on negative church experiences.
Ultimate Engineering and Ultimate Truth: Professors Burgess and McIntosh Defend Biblical Creationism in Coventry
Approximately 70 people attended an April 11 event at Gospel Hall in Coventry where Professors Stuart Burgess and Andy McIntosh presented arguments for biblical creationism. Professor Burgess discussed design in the human body, contrasting secular and Christian worldviews on biological design.
Was America Founded as a Christian Nation? Historian Says the Answer Is Complicated
Historian Thomas S. Kidd of Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary argues that whether America was founded as a Christian nation depends on how the question is framed. While Christianity influenced the founding, the nation deliberately chose religious liberty and no state church, unlike England.
Does Christian Liberty Look Like 4th of July Independence?
Crosswalk.com examines the distinction between Christian liberty and secular independence, particularly around the Fourth of July celebration. The article explores biblical perspectives on freedom and how Christian freedom differs from national independence, encouraging readers to center their understanding on God's love.
What it Does – and Doesn't – Mean That the Husband Is the Spiritual Leader of the Home
Article outlines biblical perspective on husbands as spiritual leaders in marriage. Clarifies this role does not mean superiority or dominance, but rather sacrificial leadership modeled after Christ's love for the church. Emphasizes mutual sanctification and shared responsibility in raising godly families.
Was America Founded as a Christian Nation? Historian Says the Answer Is Complicated
Thomas S. Kidd, a church history professor at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, argues that whether America was founded as a Christian nation depends on how the question is framed. He notes Christianity influenced the founding but the Founders deliberately chose religious liberty over an official state church.
Why Does God Heal Some People but Not Others?
Article examines biblical perspectives on selective healing, citing examples from Jesus and Paul. Argues God's primary mission is spiritual salvation rather than physical comfort, and that suffering may serve divine purposes beyond immediate healing, requiring faith even amid doubt.
Would Aliens, UFOs Destroy Christians' Faith?
CBN News explores whether evidence of aliens and UFOs would challenge Christian faith. Faith leaders and experts note potential compatibility between extraterrestrial life and biblical doctrine, with some suggesting reported phenomena may be demonic rather than physical.
Was America Founded as a Christian Nation? Historian Thomas Kidd Answers
On Crosswalk Talk, historian Thomas S. Kidd examines whether America was founded as a Christian or secular nation, unpacking the Founders' actual beliefs, the meaning of church-state separation, and the Great Awakening's influence on the Revolution while addressing myths about Jefferson and Washington.
Frank Turek on Aliens: If Extraterrestrials Exist, Christianity Is Still True
Apologist Frank Turek told a University of Tennessee audience that the discovery of extraterrestrial life would not undermine Christianity, since God would remain Creator of any intelligent beings. Asked whether UFOs are demonic, he declined to speculate, urging believers not to fear the topic.
Disclosure Day: Are We Being Prepared For An Alien Savior?
As Spielberg's film Disclosure Day and a fresh batch of Pentagon UAP files fuel alien fascination, this commentary asks whether culture is being conditioned for an "alien savior." It argues Scripture already describes a vast unseen realm and warns of spiritual deception.
4 Christian Responses to the Biggest Questions in 'Disclosure Day'
Reviewing Spielberg's Disclosure Day, Crosswalk offers four Christian responses to the film's big questions about alien life, government cover-ups, and faith. The piece notes the movie portrays the church positively and argues fascination with UFOs reflects a deeper human longing for transcendence.
Why Do I Doubt My Salvation?
This Crosswalk reflection addresses why believers doubt their salvation, identifying such doubt as a common tactic of Satan. Pointing to John 3:16-17 and Ephesians 2:8-9, it reassures readers that salvation rests on faith in Christ alone and cannot be earned or lost.
New Book 'True Face of Islam' Equips Christians to Engage in Apologetics with Polemics
Sule Welply's new apologetics title, True Face of Islam, equips Christians to engage Islam confidently, examining the Quran, hadiths, and historical record in plain language. Now available on Amazon, the book blends apologetics with polemics for evidence-based conversations.
'I Left Islam in Mecca': Ex-Muslim on Why Many Turn to Christ
A former Muslim who says he left Islam during a pilgrimage to Mecca describes why growing numbers of Muslims are turning to Christ, often after dreams and visions of Jesus that prompt them to question lifelong beliefs. CBN reports such conversions are increasing across the Islamic world.
What Are the New Heavens and New Earth in Isaiah and Revelation?
Clarence Haynes explains the biblical teaching on the new heavens and new earth promised in Isaiah 65 and 66, 2 Peter 3, and Revelation 21. He describes God's future restoration of creation—free from sin, death, and tears—where the redeemed dwell with Him forever as He makes all things new.
When Should a Married Couple Separate?
Drawing on counseling thousands of couples through MarriageHelper.com, the writer argues there is only one valid reason for a married couple to separate, urging spouses toward reconciliation and biblical commitment rather than treating separation as a routine response to marital conflict.
10 Things Christians Shouldn't Say When Someone Dies
Crosswalk's Beth Ann Baus lists ten well-meaning but unhelpful things Christians often say to the grieving, encouraging believers to offer presence, compassion, and scriptural hope instead of clichés that can wound mourners rather than comfort them.
Time Travel, the Multiverse, and the Sovereignty of God
Contributor Hannah Tu uses cultural fascination with time travel and the multiverse—from H.G. Wells to "Back to the Future" and "Spider-Verse"—to reflect on God's sovereignty, arguing believers can rest in divine providence rather than agonizing over alternate realities and "what-if" regrets.