The recent directive issued by Oklahoma's State Superintendent Ryan Walters ordering the inclusion of the Bible in lessons for grades 5-12 has sparked widespread controversy. While Walters claims that the Bible is an "indispensable historical and cultural touchstone," critics argue that it is a clea
The age-old debate about displaying the Ten Commandments in schools has once again ignited a fiery conversation. David Herlich recently wrote that Louisiana's decision to display the commandments in schools is an attempt to convert every student to Christianity. But, is that really the case? Let's d
Josh Hawley, a U.S. Senator from Missouri, has recently sparked controversy by advocating for Christian nationalism, a far-right ideology that claims the United States was founded as a Christian nation and promotes Christian fundamentalism as a national religion. But is this ideology really as benig
Have you ever felt a sense of unease on Friday the 13th, or perhaps wondered why your favorite sports team's fans always seem to have a few "lucky" rituals? Superstitions are fascinating and pervasive, yet often irrational and illogical. But why do we believe in them, despite knowing they don't make
The recent docuseries, "Secret Lives of Mormon Wives," has sparked widespread interest and debate about the lives and practices of Mormon women. To shed some light on the misconceptions and stereotypes surrounding the religion, Taylor Frankie Paul and Mayci Neeley, two stars of the show, appeared on
As the curtains open on The Front Room, a sense of unease settles over the audience. The film's title, borrowed from a short story by Susan Hill, hints at the tension that lies beneath the surface of this seemingly ordinary family's life. The Eggers brothers, Sam and Max, have taken the original sto
When someone rudely sneers at your religious beliefs or lack thereof, the best response depends on who they are and the nature of your relationship. Can you easily walk away from them? Is there an obvious power differential (e.g., a workplace scenario)? Do you have an emotional bond or just wa
What does faith and ethnicity have to do with being one of the greatest QBs of all time? A lot apparently. Aaron Rodgers' spiritual journey is as complex and interesting as his football career. Raised in a strict evangelical household, he's since moved away from traditional Christianity towards a m
Born to a mixed-race couple in Louisiana, Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott proudly embraces both sides of his heritage. With an African American father and European American mother, the star QB has become a role model for many who share his background. But Prescott is quick to emphasize that
Are evangelical Christians abandoning their faith en masse? In recent years, a growing number of former evangelicals have left the fold, disillusioned by the movement's perceived political entanglements and rigid dogma. Imagine this: You've spent your entire life steeped in evangelical doctrine.
