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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.

David Platt’s McLean Bible Church Issues Report on Legal Challenges

Following the dismissal of the final active lawsuit against David Platt's McLean Bible Church, the church released a lengthy report about its “significant challenges” plus its plans to move forward.

Gateway Church Says Decline in Giving Has Necessitated Staffing Cuts

Gateway Church has announced that staff layoffs are necessary due to “a significant drop in giving levels.” The Southlake, Texas, megachurch is still reeling from sexual abuse allegations against founder and former Pastor Robert Morris.

Comedian John Crist Makes ‘Tonight Show’ Debut, Jokes About People Making a ‘360’

Christian comedian John Crist took a break from his “Jokes for Humans” tour to appear on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” on Monday (June 16). In his seven-minute debut on the late-night show, Crist told jokes about social media and correcting his girlfriend’s figures of speech.

Christian Bible College Disavows Any Link to the Violence of Alleged Minnesota Shooter, an Alum

Alleged Minnesota shooter Vance Boelter was charged with two counts of second-degree murder and two counts of second-degree attempted murder after the killing of a Minnesota state legislator and her husband and the wounding of state Sen. John Hoffman and Hoffman's wife Saturday.

Christian Songs for Teens: 22 Praise & Worship Titles

Use these Christian songs for teens at youth events and worship services.

Clayton Kershaw Puts Genesis Reference on Rainbow Hat for Dodgers’ Pride Night

Veteran MLB pitcher and outspoken Christian Clayton Kershaw hasn’t been a fan of his team’s previous Pride Night activities. This year, the Los Angeles Dodgers ace switched up his approach to the annual LGBTQ+ celebration.

Cindy Clemishire Seeks More Than $1 Million in Defamation Lawsuit Against Robert Morris, Gateway Leaders

Along with her father, Cindy Clemishire has filed a civil lawsuit in Dallas County Court against Gateway Church founder Robert Morris, Morris' wife Deborah Morris, and numerous current and former Gateway leaders.

Bible Passages About Anxiety Help Teens Give Their Worries to God

Bible passages about anxiety are more important than ever. Offer kids God’s peace and hope, found in his Word.

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