Stephanie Martin

Stephanie Martin, a freelance writer and editor in Denver, has spent her entire 30-year journalism career in Christian publishing. She loves the Word and words, is a binge reader and grammar nut, and is fanatic (as her family can attest) about Jeopardy! and pro football.

Truett McConnell University Seeks Outside Investigation of Alleged Sexual Abuse Cover-Up, Puts President on Leave

The board of trustees of Truett McConnell University announced it is launching a third-party investigation into sexual abuse allegations against former administrator and theology professor Bradley Reynolds. The board placed President Emir Caner on administrative leave while the investigation is underway.

AI Bible Character ‘Influencers’ Go Viral, Receive Mixed Reviews

Content creator PJ Accetturo began using artificial intelligence to create irreverent vlogs of Bible characters, portraying them as social media influencers. The vlogs received millions of views and reactions are wildly mixed.

Sen. Joni Ernst Labeled ‘Callous’ for Faux Apology Video That Mentions Jesus

Days after telling attendees at a town hall that everyone will die, U.S. Sen. Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) doubled down in a video that turned into a plug for following Jesus.

Police Escort NFL Player Out of Church After He Interrupts Worship To Ask About Alleged Porn Scandal

Jake McQuaide, a veteran NFL player who attends a Catholic parish near Cincinnati, was escorted out of worship last weekend after a back-and-forth with a church official.

NT Wright: Abortion Done ‘As Soon As Possible’ Is Okay for ‘Certain Exceptions’

In the latest installment of his podcast “Ask N.T. Wright Anything,” the New Testament scholar made statements about abortion that are raising eyebrows among some Christians.

‘Benny Hinn Is a False Prophet’—YouTuber Rushes Conference Stage

As televangelist Benny Hinn spoke at the SpiritLIFE Conference last month in Chicago, YouTuber Tyler Oliveira ran onto the stage and shouted, “Benny Hinn is a false prophet, a fake healer and snake-oil salesman.”

‘Our Team Loves Jesus’—Oklahoma Softball Players, Coach Patty Gasso Flourish in Culture of Faith

The powerhouse that is Oklahoma softball never quits—and the players and coach credit that persistence to the team’s culture of faith in Jesus.

Parable of the Mustard Seed for Teens: Small Start, Big Growth

Study the parable of the mustard seed to remind teens their faith isn’t too small to make a difference.

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