How Christians Can Discern Jesus Adaptations in ‘The Chosen’ and Other Stories

Some viewers feel bothered by fictional Jesus dialogue, but we can enjoy these speculations with a few cautions.
— Josiah DeGraaf —

How to Discern Moral Christian Fiction Without Expecting Sermons

If we fail to understand stories’ actual ideas, we risk condemning stories that reflect truth and accepting stories that tell lies.
— Josiah DeGraaf —

Yes, The Twilight Saga Vampires Are Scary—But For All the Wrong Reasons

What’s scarier than blood-sucking vampires? Abuse and obsession presented as a desirable ideal.
— Amy Timco —

Behold God’s Providence in ‘The Hobbit’

Inspired by the epic poem Beowulf, J. R. R. Tolkien’s classic The Hobbit shows God’s sovereignty over the pagan world.
— Anthony G. Cirilla —

How to Discern ‘Honest’ Christian Fiction Without Embracing Darkness

Some critics argue Christian fiction should avoid cringe by showing more darkness and sin, but this approach brings biblical dangers.
— Josiah DeGraaf —

Three Fantastical Christian Stories To Help Your Kids Head Back to School

Lorehaven creators find the best chapter books for kids ages 8–12, from sci-fi adventure to wacky lessons and earnest fantasy.
— Lorehaven —

How to Celebrate Christian Fiction Without Becoming Blind Supporters

Christian readers can embrace fantastic stories without reverting to discernment mistakes of our past.
— Josiah DeGraaf —

How Spider-Man Saved My Marriage Before It Even Began

God used Sam Raimi’s super-films, flaws and all, to teach me heroism.
— E. Stephen Burnett —

106. What If Homeschool Families Can Help Christian Fantasy Grow for Generations?

We just hosted our Lorehaven booth at the Teach Them Diligently conference in Texas, where kids and their parents love Christian fantastical fiction.

Amazon ‘Rings of Power’ Promos Threaten to Burn Middle-Earth in the Fires of Industry

The studio’s teaser trailer and fake “superfans†video appropriates J. R. R. Tolkien’s canon and the good will of fans.
— Mike Duran —

God Used ‘Adventures in Odyssey’ to Shape My Life Beyond Childhood

For over thirty years, Adventures in Odyssey has shared fantastic Christian-made stories, with flawed yet faithful heroes, exciting journeys, and superb drama.
— E. Stephen Burnett —

Duke Leto Also Shows How Christians Can Practice Shrewd Wisdom in a Hostile World

Frank Herbert’s novel Dune shows the crafty head of House Atreides using many ploys against the enemies who seek to destroy him.
— Josiah DeGraaf —

Try These Three Practical Questions to Discern Fictional Magic

Challenge the story’s supernatural system by exploring its sources, moral results, and heroes’ motives.
— Marian A. Jacobs —

Christians Can Grow in Faith By Studying, Not Cancelling, Secular Stories

Let’s view stories as tools for learning rather than weapons of war.
— Josiah DeGraaf —
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