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The Kermit Gosnell Case: America on Trial

By Chandra White-Cummings May 1, 2013

Dr. Kermit Gosnell, the former operator of the Women's Medical Society, is currently on trial for the deaths of four infants and a woman. What does his trial reveal about who we are as a country? Read more

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Sex, Singles, and the Spirit-filled Life

By Wil LaVeist April 10, 2013

Wil LaVeist and Minister Pamela Bell discuss how single Christians can please God and explain the difference between aloneness and loneliness. Read more

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Porn In The Pews

By John C. Richards Jr. March 21, 2013

Pornography is a widespread yet overlooked problem in black churches. To address it fruitfully, our response needs to recognize that sex addiction is both a sin and a disease needing proper treatment. Read more

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Gospel Throwback: Andrae Crouch, “Perfect Peace”

By Jelani Greenidge March 13, 2013

Part three of The Gospel Throwback, a three-part series examining the emergence of contemporary Gospel music. Read more

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When The House Folds

By Jelani Greenidge March 5, 2013

The newest political drama from Netflix highlights an ecumenical hazard: building on the wrong foundation. Read more

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Black Churches Host Kidney Sunday

By Wil LaVeist March 3, 2013

African-Americans are 13 percent of the US population, but represent 32 percent of kidney failure cases nationally. To combat this public health issue, black churches are hosting Kidney Sundays to raise awareness and highlight solutions to the problem. Read more

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Lil’ Wayne, Lecrae, and Redemption

By Jemar Tisby February 19, 2013

Lil’ Wayne and Lecrae are both Grammy award-winning rappers. Both are at the top of their game. But there is a distinct difference between the two artists. Read more