Calling Antisemitism a Sin in Nazi Germany without Retaliation
A seldom remembered Baptist World Alliance meeting denounced Nazi sins and helped inspire untold generations…
A Profoundly Unexpected Light for Christmas Eve
In 1965, a huge meteorite exploded over Barwell, England on Christmas Eve.
Tuotilo – A Monk who Sculpted a Miracle
What makes a sculpture come alive?
Sin Doesn’t Burn Away
During the bonfire of the vanities, the people set other peoples’ belongings on fire, but did that transform Florence into a righteous city?
Shepherd Leadership during Crisis
Cyprian ran from the crisis, but came back to remind the people that being a martyr wasn’t the only worthy Christian life. Serve the suffering here and now.
Beavers Build Fast!
When women baked bread, they didn’t do it alone. It was done in community – sharing resources and growing closer together.
Rescuing the Man Who’s After You: Dirk Willems
Even though he was persecuted for his Anabaptist faith, Dirk Willems still saved the guard who was chasing him.
The Affair of the Sausages: Huldrych Zwingli
Huldrych Zwingli once scandalized Catholic authorities by eating sausages during Lent.
Faith Can Take You All Over the World: Mary Fisher
Mary Fisher was an illiterate, uneducated 17th century English indentured servant when she heard George Fox preach. As a dedicated Quaker, she called out her pastor, challenged students at a seminary, and risked her life to preach in America.
Jesus, Love, the Bible: Karl Barth
Theological powerhouse Karl Barth was asked to summarize his theology. He quoted: “Jesus loves me, this I know…”