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Recently, I wrote a book about poetry. I never intended to. Most of my writing and research involves historical works on the Pilgrims and Puritans, where

As Christians worldwide celebrate the resurrection of Jesus, some are pointing toward an uncomfortable truth for many: The true face of the historical Jesus looks nothing like the one many still see in their church’s stained-glass windows, in Hollywood movies, or in the image many carry in their minds.

The debate over the color of Jesus’ skin is one of the oldest running arguments in religion. But this Easter, the question is a serious one — for several reasons.

Jesus’ lordship is not good news for those who want to use him to become kings themselves.

In honor of Leap Day, Krispy Kreme is giving a free dozen original glazed donuts to anyone who has a February 29 birthday. This news caused me to wonder: How many donuts could the company potentially give away? It turns…

Three steps to being a kinder, more compassionate person.

The New York Times columnist says extraordinary things happen—both personally and socially—when we pay attention to others.

Recently, while browsing in the Museum of Modern Art store in New York, I came across a tote bag with the inscription “You are no longer the same after experiencing

Occasionally I hear someone say “if there is no God then life has no meaning.” I’m a theist, but I don’t agree. Finding meaning in life doesn’t require Gods, much less any one particular God. It just requires a choice.

Consuming culture gives us the emotional knowledge that can make us better people.