Commentary

Why We Must Wait: An Advent Reflection

With Advent upon us, it is time for us to reclaim, now more than ever, the discipline of waiting and delayed gratification.

DEVOTION: Why You Should See This Movie

We have to share our devotion to our heritage

Thanksgiving hymns are a few centuries old, tops – but biblical psalms of gratitude and praise go back thousands of years

King David playing the lyre in a scene from a 15th-century manuscript of the Book of Psalms. Historica Graphica Collection/Heritage Images/Hulton Archive via Getty Images David W. Stowe, Michigan State UniversityThanksgiving doesn’t ring in the ear for...

Never Would Have Made It: An Interview with Bishop Marvin Sapp

UrbanFaith sat down with Bishop Marvin Sapp to talk about everything from film to football and ministry to mental health.

Believe For It: A Look at CeCe Winans’ new book

CeCe Winans explores her journey of lifelong faith and her pursuit pass it on to the next generation in her new book Believe For It.

Brainwashed: An Interview with Manny Arango

Manny Arango believes we are all brainwashed.

Why Midterm Elections Matter

We should vote because we need more good in our government. We should know our leaders from city hall to capitol hill

‘Tell what happened’: Pastor and last surviving eyewitness urges Christians to remember Emmett Till

The brutal murder of Emmett Till became a catalyst for the civil rights movement and has enduring relevance in today’s anti-racist activism.

While clean water isn’t a partisan issue, it is a faith issue

Protecting clean water is a moral call.

Halloween and the Holy Ghost

Is it a foolish glorification of all things wicked and evil, or just a fun holiday that celebrates the adrenaline rush of being scared and collecting tons of candy? Is there a right choice for Christians?

Civil Rights & Civic Engagement: An Interview with Rep. Jim Clyburn

UrbanFaith sat down with Congressman Jim Clyburn to discuss his faith, his legacy, and his work to strengthen democracy and justice in the United States.

Battle Cry: An Interview with Jason Wilson

Jason Wilson has been training and mentoring men and speaking about emotional, mental, and spiritual health for decades. His new book Battle Cry shares his insights and principles for winning the war within

PBS docs depict Frederick Douglass’ and Harriet Tubman’s paths of freedom, faith

‘Religion for both Harriet Tubman and Frederick Douglass was the foundation in many ways of who they are,’ said co-director Stanley Nelson.

How to Live out Your Faith in the Public Sphere

As a Christian, you may ask yourself at times how to live out your faith in the public sphere. Here are some ways we can approach it

Stop Asking For Permission with Stephen Chandler

Have you ever wondered how to press into your purpose? Pastor Stephen Chandler to talk about his new book Stop Asking For Permission which helps us unlock our God given potential.

You’ve seen ‘The Rings of Power,’ but have you heard of this tiny museum housing J.R.R. Tolkien’s treasures?

WHEATON, Illinois (RNS) — It started with an inkling. It was the 1950s. Clyde S. Kilby, then an English professor at Wheaton College, had a feeling about a British author he’d been reading named C.S. Lewis — that he was “probably going to be famous one day,” according...

Killing Comparison: An Interview with Nona Jones

Nona Jones helps us get past the temptation of jealousy and attack of insecurity in her new book Killing Comparison

The Journey: An Interview with Dr. Tony Evans & Priscilla Shirer

UrbanFaith sat down with Dr. Tony Evans and his daughter Priscilla Shirer to discuss their documentary Journey with Jesus and their book Divine Disruption

Testimony Tuesday: Surviving Cancer

Thank God, I didn’t get stuck but moved past my circumstances, when I was diagnosed with my first brain tumor.

Faithful Service: An Interview with Rep. Val Demings

UrbanFaith exclusive interview with US Congresswoman Val Demings

Single and Free to Be Me: An Interview with Clarence Schuler

Dr. Clarence Shuler, an author, minister, and relationship coach shares his insights on how to pursue a godly life while being single

‘Fifth Little Girl’ of 1963 Klan bombing reunites with nurse

On Sept. 15, Birmingham commemorated the explosion that proved to be a turning point in the Civil Rights Movement, became a catalyst for change in the United States, and ultimately prompted global efforts for equality and human rights.

How St. Louis churches are revealing the disparities in the air we breathe

Congregations in St. Louis are working with local scientists to monitor the air quality in communities affected by industrial pollution.

Always: An Interview with Chris Tomlin

Our interview with influential songwriter and worship leader Chris Tomlin about his new album Always

Marriage Be Hard: Interview with @Kevonstage and @Mrskevonstage

Marriage Be Hard, but people be fake. Kevin and Melissa Fredericks aka KevOnStage and MrsKevonStage keep it real in this interview about their new book Marriage Be Hard

How faith leaders are responding to Jackson’s water crisis

‘Churches throughout the city of Jackson across denomination, class and race have engaged in water distributions at their churches or by giving water away in other ways,’ said C.J. Rhodes, pastor of Mt. Helm Baptist Church.

Pushing ‘closure’ after trauma can be harmful to people grieving – here’s what you can do instead

But what is closure? And should it really be the goal for individuals seeking relief or healing?

Life Starts Now: An Interview with Chanel Dokun

Have you ever felt like you’ve been waiting for life to happen? Chanel Dokun, a therapist and life planner, helps us in her book Life Starts Now: How to Create the Life You’ve Been Waiting For

True Life: I’m a Father In A Blended Family

Having a blended family is not for everyone. But with intentionality, grace, and patience it can be an amazing experience of God’s love

First known depictions of biblical heroines Jael and Deborah uncovered in Israel

A rendering of one figure driving a peg through the head of another initially led the team to identify the figures.

Why Christians Need to Talk About Sex

Here are 3 major reasons why Christians need to talk about sex.

Speaking Across Generations: Interview with Dr. Darrell Hall

UrbanFaith sat down with Darrell Hall to discuss his new book Speaking Across Generations

EntreVangelism: Stepping Out of the Church and Into the Marketplace

For years, I struggled to reconcile my passion for ministry and the marketplace.

Seen & Unseen : An Interview with Marc Lamont Hill

UrbanFaith spent a few moments with Marc Lamont Hill to discuss his the new book Seen & Unseen: Technology, Social Media & the Fight For Racial Justice.

Inflation boosts demand at food banks as pandemic anti-hunger measures fall away

While President Biden recently signed the Keep Kids Fed Act, extending free meal programs for schoolchildren, many stopgaps funded during the pandemic have ended or are only available in some states.

From Freedom to Freedom: Memory & The Space Between

We are caught in the space between. No longer enslaved on plantations, but not yet with a freedom fully realized.

‘Blessing of Elders’ lauds 7 Black Christian luminaries at Museum of the Bible gala

Well-known names from the world of gospel music and the Black church gathered at the Museum of the Bible to hail the contributions of African American churches and to call for continued efforts toward building unity and bridging divides.

UF Ministry in the Barbershop

The barbershop serves as a default counseling center and community center for many Black men. But for barbers who are believers, it becomes a place for ministry.

Race Is Often Used as Medical Shorthand for How Bodies Work. Some Doctors Want to Change That.

Scientists widely agree that race is a social construct, yet it is often conflated with biology, leaving the impression that a person’s race governs how the body functions.

The Original Juneteenth-An Interview

UrbanFaith sat down with Valerie Boyer, an educator, minister and Galveston native to talk about the history of Juneteenth and its meaning today as a federal holiday in the United States of America.

A Freedom That Can’t Be Stolen

As many are focused on celebrating Juneteenth and freedom, are you still in emotional chains due to injustice?

Faith, Fatherhood, and Football The 2% Way Interview with Myron Rolle

How do you balance fatherhood with football and neurosurgery? UrbanFaith sat down with Dr. Myron Rolle to discuss his tactics and testimony in his book The 2% Way.

Pots and Kettles

Something I’ve always struggled with while studying the bible is the relationship between the Old Testament and New Testament.

Why Don’t We Celebrate Pentecost This Year?

Pentecost is one of the most important days in scripture, one of the most important days in Church history, and one of the most significant days for all Christians because it is the birthday for the Church. But it is a day that often passes with little celebration and attention in the lives of many believers. Why don’t we celebrate Pentecost?