https://www.christianity.com/wiki/current-events/rss/ A Christian take on current events. Copyright https://www.christianity.com 2026, Christianity.com Tue, 31 Mar 2026 01:56:24 -0400 https://www.christianity.com/wiki/current-events/what-should-christians-do-when-government-feels-unstable.html https://www.christianity.com/wiki/current-events/what-should-christians-do-when-government-feels-unstable.html Peyton Garland https://www.christianity.com/author/peyton-garland/ Politics can feel overwhelming, divisive, and out of control, but Christians are called to respond differently. This article offers a refreshing, faith-filled perspective on how to engage with today’s political climate without losing peace, purpose, or trust in God. Learn how to take meaningful action while resting in His sovereignty. Fri, 27 Mar 2026 16:57:44 -0400 2026-03-31T01:56:24-04:00 https://www.christianity.com/wiki/current-events/how-can-christians-model-patience-positivity-and-love-in-the-long-airport-lines.html https://www.christianity.com/wiki/current-events/how-can-christians-model-patience-positivity-and-love-in-the-long-airport-lines.html Amber Ginter https://www.christianity.com/author/amber-ginter/ Travel delays can test anyone’s patience. Frustrating moments like long airport lines become opportunities to reflect Christ through patience, positivity, and love. Thu, 26 Mar 2026 17:17:25 -0400 2026-03-31T01:56:24-04:00 https://www.christianity.com/wiki/current-events/what-the-landmark-social-media-addiction-verdict-means-for-kids.html https://www.christianity.com/wiki/current-events/what-the-landmark-social-media-addiction-verdict-means-for-kids.html Amber Ginter https://www.christianity.com/author/amber-ginter/ Are we being shaped more by algorithms than by truth? A landmark legal verdict is raising serious questions about whether social media addiction—especially among children—has been intentionally engineered. As families push for accountability from major tech companies, this cultural moment forces us to examine not only corporate responsibility but also our own. Thu, 26 Mar 2026 16:30:00 -0400 2026-03-31T01:56:24-04:00 https://www.christianity.com/wiki/current-events/what-christians-should-understand-about-the-middle-east-conflict.html https://www.christianity.com/wiki/current-events/what-christians-should-understand-about-the-middle-east-conflict.html Judy McEachran https://www.christianity.com/author/judy-mceachran/ As tensions rise in the Middle East, many Christians are asking what it all means in light of Scripture. This timely article offers a clear, biblically grounded perspective on the Israel-Iran conflict, the global stakes, and the prophetic themes unfolding before our eyes. More than just analysis, it calls believers to respond with discernment, prayer, and unwavering trust in God’s sovereign plan. Thu, 26 Mar 2026 12:08:18 -0400 2026-03-31T01:56:24-04:00 https://www.christianity.com/wiki/current-events/4-key-things-to-consider-in-the-ten-commandments-school-debate.html https://www.christianity.com/wiki/current-events/4-key-things-to-consider-in-the-ten-commandments-school-debate.html Amber Ginter https://www.christianity.com/author/amber-ginter/ Prior to 1980, the 10 Commandments were found in nearly every public school. It wasn’t necessarily a declaration of faith, but part of the values on which our nation was built. For 150 years, these commandments weren’t just posted in schools, but taught by general education teachers to their students. After the Supreme Court ruled in 1980 that mandatory postings were unconstitutional, however, the rule was deemed a violation of the First Amendment’s Establishment Clause, which prohibits Congress from establishing a national religion.Today, the Ten Commandments debate isn’t just political, but deeply spiritual, cultural, and personal. Recently, legislation in states like Texas, Louisiana, and Arkansas has passed laws requiring public schools to post 10 Commandments posters, and many other schools are considering similar proposals. For many Christians, this feels like a huge win and a return to biblical values in public life. For others, however, this raises concerns about religious freedom and the role of government in spiritual affairs.On March 17th, 2026, however, a more permanent decision was made by U.S. District Judge Timothy Brooks, who ruled that this law violates the Establishment Clause and the free exercise rights of the plaintiffs. His decision has now permanently blocked the Ten Commandments from being displayed at several Arkansas school districts, causing other states and schools to pause. This conversation has shifted from posters displayed in classrooms to how faith is lived, represented, and perceived in a pluralistic society.As Christians, are we called to advocate for the public display of the Ten Commandments in schools, or to focus more on embodying them in our lives and witness? Furthermore, what is the purpose of God’s law, and how is it meant to function amidst a secular world? Photo Credit: ©Unsplash/javier trueba Tue, 24 Mar 2026 13:25:48 -0400 2026-03-31T01:56:24-04:00 https://www.christianity.com/wiki/current-events/why-christianity-is-more-than-a-useful-social-good.html https://www.christianity.com/wiki/current-events/why-christianity-is-more-than-a-useful-social-good.html James Spencer https://www.christianity.com/author/james-spencer/ As more public voices praise Christianity for its cultural benefits, this article asks a deeper question: what happens when faith is treated as useful without acknowledging Jesus as Lord? Exploring the Truth Rising project and the Thinking Christian framework, it argues that Christianity is not just a helpful tradition but the true story of the world itself. Sat, 21 Mar 2026 08:03:45 -0400 2026-03-31T01:56:24-04:00 https://www.christianity.com/wiki/current-events/how-prayer-can-become-a-powerful-catalyst-for-peace-in-conflict-zones.html https://www.christianity.com/wiki/current-events/how-prayer-can-become-a-powerful-catalyst-for-peace-in-conflict-zones.html Milton Quintanilla https://www.christianity.com/author/milton-quintanilla/ Conflict is unavoidable in a broken world, but believers are not without hope. Through prayer—our lifeline to God—we find strength, peace, and the power of the Holy Spirit at work in every situation. Whether facing internal struggles or external conflict, prayer draws us closer to God, reminds us we are not alone, and equips us to pursue peace with faith and confidence. Sat, 21 Mar 2026 07:36:03 -0400 2026-03-31T01:56:24-04:00 https://www.christianity.com/wiki/current-events/understanding-the-theology-behind-christian-zionism.html https://www.christianity.com/wiki/current-events/understanding-the-theology-behind-christian-zionism.html Dr. Susan Michael https://www.christianity.com/author/dr-susan-michael/ A deep theological divide over Israel reveals what we truly believe about God’s faithfulness—will we trust His promises or reinterpret them? Thu, 19 Mar 2026 10:11:01 -0400 2026-03-31T01:56:24-04:00 https://www.christianity.com/wiki/current-events/facing-the-reality-of-war-with-biblical-truth.html https://www.christianity.com/wiki/current-events/facing-the-reality-of-war-with-biblical-truth.html Dr. Dennis Sempebwa https://www.christianity.com/author/dr-dennis-sempebwa/ War has always been part of the human story—but today’s greatest danger may be our refusal to face that reality. In a world shaped by conflict, Christians are called to pursue peace without denying the truth about evil. This thought-provoking piece challenges modern assumptions, urging believers to remain clear-eyed, biblically grounded, and spiritually steady in turbulent times. Wed, 18 Mar 2026 11:37:35 -0400 2026-03-31T01:56:24-04:00 https://www.christianity.com/wiki/current-events/how-roundups-connection-to-the-manufacturing-of-munitions-calls-us-to-be-alert.html https://www.christianity.com/wiki/current-events/how-roundups-connection-to-the-manufacturing-of-munitions-calls-us-to-be-alert.html Amanda Idleman https://www.christianity.com/author/amanda-idleman/ Explore the surprising connections between Roundup, industry, and our call to ethical stewardship as Christians. Tue, 17 Mar 2026 16:16:01 -0400 2026-03-31T01:56:24-04:00