Counselor, spiritual director and author Sheila Wise Rowe explore the transformational power of rest — and why God’s rhythms for our lives are so different from the world’s relentless demands.

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The gospel is often framed in terms of the forgiveness of sins, but it goes far beyond that. Renowned New Testament scholar Dr. Craig Keener enriches our understanding of what Jesus meant by the “good news.”

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Recent changes in government funding for international aid, coupled with public criticism of some faith-based organizations, have raised important questions around faith and government partnerships. Michael Cerna helps us navigate the complexities.

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Have you ever found yourself stuck in a conflict that seems impossible to resolve? Amanda Ripley explores why some conflicts spiral out of control — and how we can break cycles of intense conflict.

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How do we engage with people who have a completely different moral vision? John Inazu discusses the role of the people of God in a pluralistic society and the importance of empathy, forgiveness and faith.

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Much has been said about our increasingly polarized society. It seems we are becoming more entrenched in particular ideologies and less capable of understanding others. But are we as polarized as we think we are? Tim Dixon joins Today’s Conversation to discuss what we do have in common, and how we can find more in common with others.

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Our context — whether political, cultural or social — often determines the lens by which we read Scripture. Riad Kassis joins us from Beirut, Lebanon, with a refreshing reminder of how engaging with the global church broadens our understanding of Scripture.

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What is the future of artificial intelligence, and how should Christians interact with it? Andy Crouch discusses AI's potential to be a profound, fruitful extension of human image-bearing, as well as its potential to be destructive to human flourishing. 

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In a world where news is constantly streamed, the sheer amount of information can leave us feeling overwhelmed and unsure of how to filter the truth. Bonnie Kristian shares how this issue is leaking into churches and becoming a discipleship challenge.

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The country is divided across class, racial, gender and political lines, and churches are not immune to this. Sometimes they even exemplify this division. How can pastors preach to a divided audience, and how can congregants remain engaged despite differences? Matthew Kim, co-author of "Preaching to a Divided Nation," offers a way.

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In the midst of deep polarization, there remains an underutilized space: the middle. Shirley Mullen argues that this "middle" is not "bland averaging, moral cowardice or lazy indifference," but rather a bold way to live and work together for a more hopeful future.

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The foundation of thriving communities is strong families. That idea resonates with many of us, but the data also demonstrates it. Join Dr. Brad Wilcox and NAE President Walter Kim as they confront common yet false narratives about marriage in society today.

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