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What does iconography mean and why have Christians argued about whether to use it for centuries?

Christmastide (also called Twelvetide) actually begins on Christmas Day and lasts until January 6. But what is the origin of this special time of year, and why/how is it celebrated?

Solia Gratia. By God’s grace alone. How did this phrase help start a revolution?

It's common for Christians to do special religious observances on Ash Wednesday, including fasting and prayer. You may have wondered, "Can you eat meat on Ash Wednesday?" and is that a required part of the Lenten fast.

Does the Bible give us special instructions for our first communion?

While a simple statement, the sixth commandment, “thou shall not kill,” has a complexity that requires looking deeper and considering God’s heart and motivation.

Theologian, pastor, and Protestant Reformer John Calvin played a crucial role in church history. However, there are some surprising things you likely didn't know about him.

While the Amish were centered on being separate from the world, the Mennonites developed a way of interacting with the world while maintaining their beliefs and culture.

Reformation Day is a Protestant holiday that celebrates the Reformation movement begun by Martin Luther in the 16th century.

The catechism is a foreign concept to many evangelical Christians. It may evoke a sense of mystical reverence or a yawn of boredom. It may connote religious emptiness. But much is to be learned from this ancient practice of systematically teaching...

Polycarp was one of the first second-generation Christians to be martyred, and a foundational figure in the early church. Here is what we know about his life and how it ended.

A devout Christian and respected scholar, J.R.R. Tolkien also wrote one of the bestselling book series ever written. Here are some things you probably didn't know about his life. 

Justinian I wasn't just any emperor. Many consider him the greatest emperor of the Eastern Roman Empire. So what made him so memorable?

Understanding the inspiration of Scripture has far-reaching implications for how we approach and engage with the Bible. It transforms the way we read, interpret, and apply its words to our lives.

Christology, derived from “Christ,” referring to Jesus, and “-ology,” meaning “the study of,” is the study of Christ, both Jesus as a person and the works of Christ. Christology is far-reaching. As one might...

We say it and sing it every year, but do we really know why we wish others a “Merry Christmas” and where the phrase originated?

Paedobaptism is one of the most contested beliefs between Christian denominations. So, what is the case for and against it?

Many schools of theology show different sides of the Bible, but covenant theology is one of the best-known ones. So what does covenant theology tell us? 

Some called her the Pearl of Scotland, and even evangelicals can admire her zeal for prayer and Bible teaching. So what can we learn from St. Margaret of Scotland?