Recent Articles
The Murder of Charlie Kirk Prompts Different Responses to Grief
The murder of Charlie Kirk, who co-founded Turning Point USA (TPUSA) with Bill Montgomery, a retired businessman and Tea Party activist, continues to draw polarizing reactions online, resulting in real-life consequences. Comments on social media both marked his death with praise of his Christian witness and mocked it due to his inflammatory rhetoric, most notably shared on college campuses and his podcast.
Confidence in K-12 Education Reaches Record Lows
Confidence in U.S. K-12 education has fallen to a record low, with only 35% of Americans satisfied. A new Gallup poll highlights partisan divides and widespread concerns about student preparedness.
From the Archives | Celebrating Jewish Holy Days
Rabbi Rami Shapiro describes the Jewish fall holy days of Elul, Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, and Sukkot—a season of forgiveness, reflection, and gratitude.
25 Who Inspire | Einike and Toivo Pilli
Craig Nash honors his friends Toivo and Einike Pilli as two of Good Faith Media’s “25 Who Inspire.”
From Weapons to Plowshares: A Journey of Faith, Healing and Hope in Dallas-Fort Worth
In Texas, Guns to Gardens volunteers dismantled 85 firearms, turning weapons of violence into tools of peace and hope rooted in faith.
25 Who Inspire | Elket Rodriguez
Elket Rodriguez, Global Migration Advocate for CBF and Fellowship Southwest, is one of Good Faith Media’s “25 Who Inspire.”
Ramona Martinez on Faith, “Third-Culture,” and her Debut Album “Ramona and the Holy Smokes”
Charlottesville band Ramona and the Holy Smokes release their self-titled debut. Frontwoman Ramona Martinez blends honky tonk tradition, Mexican-American roots, and a faith-infused perspective into ten striking songs.
Free Speech, Discernment, and the Future Our Kids Deserve
A pastor and parent reflect on Texas schools, free speech, and the hypocrisy of silencing educators while mandating religious posters in classrooms.
An Unequal System in an Unequal Society: Facing the Scourge of Racism
A stubborn oven stain becomes a metaphor for racism and injustice, revealing how inequality lingers in our culture and criminal justice system.
25 Who Inspire | TaNikka Sheppard
Dr. TaNikka Sheppard, founder and President of Sheppard Leadership Solutions, is honored as one of GFM’s “25 Who Inspire.”
By the Way | Charlie Kirk, David Barton, and The Necessity of Popular Scholarly Engagement
Randall Balmer examines the challenges scholars face in countering misinformation, emphasizing the importance of public engagement and the power of truth in combating falsehoods.
Mental Health Ministry: What We’re Missing
Most people will turn to a friend, family member,or fellow congregant with a concern that requires care before they reach out to their pastor. And they’ll often turn to their pastor before seeking help from a therapist.
A Progressive Christian Revolution
Progressive Christianity seeks to understand and embrace the authentic message of Jesus and to make progress towards the radical vision for the future that he called the basileia—the reign of God on Earth.
25 Who Inspire | Skye Perryman
Good Faith Magazine honors Skye Perryman of Democracy Forward as one of this years inaugural 25 Who Inspire honorees.
James Dobson and Me
Miguel A. De La Torre reflects on the death of James Dobson and the time when their public lives intertwined.
My Journey Through the Third Way of LGBTQ+ Inclusion
A personal journey of faith and community through the “Third Way” approach to LGBTQ+ inclusion, showing how love, patience, and discernment can unite people of faith.
Charlie Kirk’s Christianity Was Caesar’s, Not Christ’s
To follow Christ is to resist every form of empire, ancient and modern that dehumanizes, exploits and excludes.
25 Who Inspire | Amy-Jill Levine
Dr. Amy-Jill Levine holds many titles with long names, but her students know her as “AJ” and a trusted friend.
The Supreme Court Versus the Fourteenth Amendment
Federal agents can now detain persons based on the social-coloring of their skin. A recent Supreme Court decision now allows immigration stops based on race and ethnicity.
Belief Behind the Book | Rebecca Craig’s “Through Her Eyes”
Through Her Eyes: Biblical Women Speak by Rebecca Craig gives voice to the stories of biblical women that have long been silenced in scripture.
Good Faith Media’s 25 Who Inspire
Good Faith Media announces its inaugural “25 Who Inspire” list.
25 Who Inspire | Cliff Vaughn
Cliff Vaughn, media producer at Good Faith Media, is honored as one of Good Faith Magazine’s “25 Who Inspire.”
When Will It Stop? America’s Descent into Killing Ourselves
America will continue to be a violent nation until it comes to grips with its violent past that still fuels the terrorizing atrocities we see today.
Gallup Poll Shows Sharp Decline in Value Placed on College Education
Gallup finds only 35% of Americans now view a college education as very important, down from 75% in 2010, with declines across all groups and political parties.
Born in Violence
The epidemic of school shootings and political violence represents not an aberration in American society, but its logical culmination.
From the Archives | 7 Ways to Live Proactively in Our Post-9/11 World
To counter the current climate of fear and suspicion, we can live proactively with faith, courage and radical hospitality.
The Assassination of Charlie Kirk and another School Shooting: Can We Break the Cycle of Violence?
Amid mass shootings, we must confront rhetorical violence, reject hatred, and affirm human dignity through true nonviolence.
A Prayer Upon Hearing Charlie Kirk was Shot at a University in Utah
Christopher Mack offers a prayer for Charlie Kirk and our nation.
Inaugural “Jesus Worldview Conference” to be held at Belmont University
The inaugural Jesus Worldview Conference in Nashville will explore morality, Scripture, congregational life and justice through a Christ-centered perspective.
Centre College Expo: Affirming Faith in Unexpected Places
Luke Emerson writes about finding a kindred soul at Centre College’s “Expo” event.