Christians, Please Stop Warning Against Human Popular Culture Until You Know What It’s For

Statements like, “Entertainment is harmless, but …†don’t help Christians glorify Jesus well.
— E. Stephen Burnett in November 2017 —

Don’t Let Halloween Mock the Resurrection

Do our Halloween tropes make fun of serious death, or exchange resurrection light for undead darkness?
— E. Stephen Burnett in November 2017 —

95 Theses for Christian Fiction Reformation, part 4

Readers can apply the five Reformation “solas” to a biblical reformation of Christian fiction.
— E. Stephen Burnett in October 2017 —

Should #MeToo Apply to Books, Movies, and Video Games?

Constantly surrounded as we are by entertainment that shows, even encourages, sexual exploitation, it’s no wonder we live in a society where #MeToo is a sad reality.
— Zac Totah in October 2017 —

The Doctor Doesn’t Believe in the Devil—Should We?

As Christians, what’s the best way to react to stories that are equal parts incredible storytelling and philosophical blundering?
— Zac Totah in October 2017 —

Are We Actually More Like the Villain Than the Hero?

Do we overlook something when thinking about stories? Namely, which archetype falls closer to us, the readers, on the heroic-to-villainous spectrum?
— Zac Totah in October 2017 —

95 Theses for Christian Fiction Reformation, part 1

500 years ago, God’s church needed reformation. Now Christian fiction needs reforming.
— E. Stephen Burnett in October 2017 —

Guns. Lots of Guns.

Guns are fun to shoot in real life and fun to watch on-screen. But they are just a tool.
— Mark Carver in October 2017 —

3 Reasons We Need to Read About Evil In Stories

Evil’s not a topic we like to face. We want to keep it safely locked away where it can’t cause discomfort. But we need to have it in front of us, to be reminded it exists. Especially in stories.
— Zac Totah in October 2017 —

When Monsters Change Sides

Some creatures are imaginary. I think of unicorns and heffelumps and vampires and zombies. Or orcs or elves or hobbits. Some of these beings have a basis in history. For instance dragons are mentioned in the Bible. At least one […]
— Rebecca LuElla Miller in September 2017 —

Victory

Who wants to read about death, disability, disease, or defeat? Sure, we have stories that contain all those things, but the great thing about speculative literature is that it pits life, ability, strength, and victory against the things that ravage […]
— Rebecca LuElla Miller in September 2017 —

Let It Shine

The power of light can turn a walking nightmare into a CGI curiosity.
— Mark Carver in September 2017 —

Being a Geeky Christian in an Un-Christian Geek Culture

As Christians in a worldly geek culture, we’re going to face difficulties somewhere along the road. How can we enjoy our fandoms, even if they’re secular, and be in the world and not of it?
— Zac Totah in September 2017 —

But You Just Can’t Dress Like Jesus After Labor Day

Christians who engage culture must also identify its trends, such as the new sexual moral majority.
— E. Stephen Burnett in August 2017 —

Abandoned By The Lonely God

G. K. Chesterton trusted God and His “knights†to defeat evil. How does The Doctor compare?
— Nicholas Tieman in August 2017 —

To The Homeschooled Young Woman Who Asked Ted Dekker For Help At Realm Makers

How can we heal if we’re trained to associate God’s gifts with pain?
— E. Stephen Burnett in August 2017 —

Announcing Lorehaven: New Magazine To Build Christian Fantastic Book Clubs

Starting this fall, Lorehaven will help fans start book clubs and find truth in Christian-made fantastic stories.
— E. Stephen Burnett in July 2017 —

‘Game Of Thrones’ Sex: It’s Not Just Awkward, It’s Violation

Discerning Christians can skip a story’s nudity, but these scenes still violate actors who bear God’s image.
— Cap Stewart in July 2017 —

Making The 13th Doctor A Woman: Terrible Move or Smart Choice?

Was casting a female Doctor a good move? What are some of the pros and cons of the decision?
— Zac Totah in July 2017 —

Weirdness In Church? Or: The Adventure Of The Dancing Men

Should creative works, like ballet dancing or fantasy fiction, be seen in church worship services?
— E. Stephen Burnett in July 2017 —
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