Sports

"As a historian, I’m far more comfortable describing the past than predicting the future. But I think we can safely say that the religion-like functions of sports will continue. In some ways, they may even take on heightened importance." - RNS

"From all reports, secular as well as Christian, the Super Bowl half time show was far beyond bad taste. We include links to other reports below." - Proclaim & Defend

"I’m more skeptical about the witness of winners. Not that I question these messengers or their declarations of faith—only the prospects for their soundbites to reach many for Christ. Because there are inherent realities in success that leave me suspicious about its effectiveness in communicating the gospel." - TGC

"[U]nlike previous international tournaments, the team has been banned from celebrating any of its on-field successes through religious expression." - CToday

“It’s the kind of headline that can lead to more ugliness than understanding. 'Women’s Soccer Star Turns Down USWNT Invite Over Pride Month Jersey.'”

LifeWay finds less than 1 in 4 men would trade weekly worship.

Champion Baptist coach believes Southern could have done more to spare his team embarrassment

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