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A look at the passing of Tim Keller, who was called a giant by both top theologians and the New York Times.

The Passing of Tim Keller and the Lack of Viewpoint Diversity in American Corporations

May 27, 2023 John Stonestreet Leave a comment

A look at the passing of Tim Keller, who was called a giant by both top theologians and The New…

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Posted in: Articles, BP This Week Filed under: boycotts, Christian History, Christian persecution, Christian Worldview, Constantine, Public Square, Target, tim keller, Worldviews
A history of Armenian genocide and how the faithful are returning home to a dangerous reality as a witness to Jesus Christ.

The Christians Who Are Rebuilding Armenia

May 26, 2023 John Stonestreet Leave a comment

A history of Armenian genocide and how the faithful are returning home to a dangerous reality as a witness to…

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Posted in: Articles, BreakPoint Filed under: Armenia, Christian History, Christian martyrs, Christian persecution, Genocide, Persecution
The hymn “O Love, How Deep, How Broad, How High” tells the story of salvation.

A Hymn by Thomas à Kempis to Imitate Christ

March 27, 2023 John Stonestreet Leave a comment

The hymn “O Love, How Deep, How Broad, How High” tells the story of salvation.

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Posted in: Articles, BreakPoint Filed under: Christian hero, Christian History, historical figure, Holy Week, hymn, Lent, Thomas à Kempis
Of the thousands of green-clad parade-goers, marchers, and partiers today, few know about Patrick, the man for whom today’s holiday is named.

The Story of St. Patrick

March 17, 2023 John Stonestreet Leave a comment

Of the thousands of green-clad parade-goers, marchers, and partiers today, few know about Patrick, the man for whom today’s holiday…

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Posted in: Articles, BreakPoint Filed under: Christian History, historical figure, Saint Patrick, St. Patrick’s Day
This beloved poem is a time-tested resource for Lenten reflection.

The Story Behind “O Sacred Head Now Wounded”

March 14, 2023 John Stonestreet Leave a comment

This beloved poem is a time-tested resource for Lenten reflection.

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Posted in: Articles, BreakPoint Filed under: Bernard of Clairvaux, Christian History, historical figure, Holy Week, hymn, Lent, O Sacred Head Now Wounded
The true meaning of Valentine’s Day reminds us that there’s much more to life than sensual pleasures.

Valentine’s Day and True (Sacrificial) Love

February 14, 2023 John Stonestreet Leave a comment

The true meaning of Valentine’s Day reminds us that there’s much more to life than sensual pleasures. 

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Posted in: Articles, BreakPoint Filed under: Christian History, Christian martyr, Martyrdom, valentine's day, Valentinus
Today, the anniversary of Josephine Margaret Bakhita’s death, has become the International Day of Prayer to Stop Human Trafficking.

Josephine Margaret Bakhita: From Slave to Servant of Christ

February 8, 2023 John Stonestreet Leave a comment

Today, the anniversary of Josephine Margaret Bakhita’s death, has become the International Day of Prayer to Stop Human Trafficking.

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Posted in: Articles, BreakPoint Filed under: Christian History, historical Christian figure, Human Trafficking, Slavery
In his book Surprised by Joy, C.S. Lewis rightly suggests that we ought not judge something (or someone) based on its newness or oldness at all. Techniques, styles, even church movements come and go, but those whom Christ saves, He sustains.

Repenting of Elitism and Chronological Snobbery

January 9, 2023 John Stonestreet Leave a comment

In his book Surprised by Joy, C.S. Lewis rightly suggests that we ought not judge something (or someone) based on…

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Posted in: Articles, BreakPoint Filed under: C.S. Lewis, Christian History, Chronological snobbery, church movements, Michael Clary, Surprised by Joy
Today could be the most significant Christian holiday that Christians know about the least. Epiphany, the 12th day of Christmas, was set aside in the Church calendar to remember the visitation of the Magi to the infant Jesus.

Epiphany, an Overlooked but Important Day

January 6, 2023 John Stonestreet Leave a comment

Today could be the most significant Christian holiday that Christians know about the least. Epiphany, the 12th day of Christmas,…

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Posted in: Articles, BreakPoint Filed under: Christian History, Christmas, Epiphany, Lew Wallace, Magi
To be Christian, especially in this confusing cultural moment, requires the intentional cultivation of our minds. An exemplary model of someone who took this calling seriously is James Clerk Maxwell.

James Clerk Maxwell: Cultivating the Mind of Christ

January 4, 2023 John Stonestreet Leave a comment

To be Christian, especially in this confusing cultural moment, requires the intentional cultivation of our minds. An exemplary model of…

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Posted in: Articles, BreakPoint Filed under: Christian figure, Christian History, historical Christian figure, James Clerk Maxwell, physics, scientist

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