In the Christian Science Bible Lesson

Mayal Tshiabuila talks about the history of Christian Science in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and the changing religious landscape in its capital and the provinces.

Moved by the Spirit in Kenya

A first—person account of growing up in an African mission church and how new insights into the Bible helped spread messages of hope and healing.

Sweet Liberia

One who has lived in Liberia and loved it offers spiritual insight on how to pray about that country's current troubles.

CHRISTIANITY on the move

It's a phenomenon of profound significance for Christians. Author Philip Jenkins says there's a sea change taking place right now in the global community, marked by a shift of balance to the Southern Hemisphere—and an emphasis on forms of worship and healing reminiscent of the early Church.

About in-laws

ONE OF MY FAVORITE TREATS while I was studying at the University of Bologna in Northern Italy was lingue di suocera a delightfully tender biscuit with a hint of vanilla, half-dipped in dark chocolate.
Far from being solitary and theoretical, the prayer that helps us help others is interactice and result-oriented.

Feeling at home in our home

Right where the clash of cultures brings constant anxiety and alienation, a spiritual approach can bring lasting solutions.
Rev. Les Isaac's qualifications for becoming a street pastor are key to his success: Have a compassionate heart and ask how you can help.

College . . . then what

Do you ever feel totally unsure about which way to go with your education and/or career? Maybe it's time to look in a different direction.

Diving— to new heights

When an outbreak of mononucleosis threatened to keep her lying in bed and out of the competition, a Big Ten college diving contender chose to rely on God for help, and emerged stronger for having done it.
One day on her lunch hour, while suffering from several chronic and acute physical conditions, the author started down the path to complete physical freedom.
Persistent pain and disease cannot defy the power of prayer, which heals you physically by transforming you mentally.