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COVER STORY:
Inside the Deep Convictions of Ben Harper |
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Features
- Cover Story
- Inside the Deep Convictions of Ben Harper
- His music explores genres from folk to rock ’ n’ roll and even gospel. But in a conversation with Ben Harper, we learn that the man behind the eclectic tunes still has a lot to say about faith, spirituality and what role we all have in making a difference.
- Is It Ever OK to Lie?
- John Piper gives several examples from Scripture where lying in the face of opposition seems to please God, as well as examples where lying is considered an abomination. Perhaps, suggests Piper, the intention to deceit God is where the disapproval lies.
- Answering The Call
- Why did 60,000 people converge on Nashville for a day of prayer and fasting? We look at how The Call is using prayer to fuel a movement that’s changing the world.
- Fall TV Preview
- RELEVANT takes a look at 13 new fall television shows debuting on the top networks. The shows include everything from swinger relationships to vampires in love. Get a sneak peek at what’s in store for your viewing pleasure (or displeasure) this season.
- God
- A Prophet and a Roaring God
- Winn Collier, author of Restless Faith, discusses the strange but remarkable words of prophets, focusing on one prophet in particular: Amos.
- I Predict a Riot
- The founder of Metamorpha.com, Kyle Strobel uses an intense recollection of a riot in a third-world country to illustrate the need for a reconciling heart rather than revenge.
- Life
- Q&A: Mike Foster
- With organizations with odd names like the Junky Car Club and the Deadly Viper Project, Mike Foster, the founder of the nonprofit group Ethur, is taking the initiative to engage people’s interests in social action. In an interview with RELEVANT, he discusses the goals of Ethur and the organization’s hope to impact the world through a Christ-centered message.
- The Erosion of Brightness
- As a pastor and radical thinker, Mike Barrett, author of The Danger Habit, has never trusted systematic antics, and he is no stranger to falling for sin’s attractiveness. It is easy to turn away from God’s awe-inspiring beauty, but knowing He loves us unconditionally gives us strength for the journey away from indulgences.
- Progressive Culture
- Rock the Cash Bar
- Mark Steele, author of Flashbang: How I Got Over Myself, cleverly writes about the difficult and easy choices in life, the power of prayer and the strength of God’s healing.
- Lupe Fiasco: Why He Doesn’t Live the Hip-Hop Life
- Sexy, risqué women; expensive bottles of Cristal; and the ever-so-popular F-bombs typically associated with the mainstream messages of today’s rap artists are a few things hip-hop artist Lupe Fiasco has chosen to stay away from. He chooses, instead, to remain true to his music and his Islamic tradition.
- Copeland: Art in the Midst of Upheaval
- After facing band-member and record-label issues, Florida-based indie group Copeland continues to be optimistic about their music. They do not specifically identify themselves as a Christian band but choose to let their personal beliefs take a step back from the music itself.
- Music Reviews
- Interpol, Project 86, Yellowcard, White Stripes, Thousand Foot Krutch, Jesse Harris, Common, Architecture in Helsinki, Justice, Pocket Full of Rocks, New Young Pony Club, August Burns Red, Bryan Ferry, Pharoahe Monch, Mark Roach, Buffalo Tom, Stateless, As Cities Burn, Dizzee Rascal, The Rocket Summer, Seven Places, John Doe, Iron & Wine, Urban D, Aesop Rock, Guru and Various Artists, Amy Winehouse, Cry of the Afflicted
- Spotlights
- The Fratellis, Curumin, Paramore
- Book Reviews
- Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows; Stop Acting Like a Christian, Just Be One; The Children of Húrin; A Wrinkle in Time; The People’s Act of Love
- Slices
- What Happened to Freedom of Speech?
- Is it justifiable to rule against Joseph Frederick’s banner “Bongs 4 Jesus,” which he displayed as a prank at a school-sponsored event? The Supreme Court says it is, causing fresh discussion among liberal groups and Christian organizations alike regarding the right to free speech.
- Counterculture: Kelley Moseley, Jewelry Designer
- With inspiration from God, music and the significant women in her family, Kelley Moseley, a creative jewelry designer, founded K~Fleye Designs. She gives advice for young entrepreneurs and encourages positive vibes for the journey.
- The Scene: Chicago
- Here’s a list of the hottest places to visit in the Windy City, including an astounding European Gothic-style church, live music venues, a jazzy cocktail lounge and the best eats in town, like Giordanos, with its world-famous stuffed pizza.
- Revolution: Neighborhood Ministries Offers Hope
- After being called to the inner city of Phoenix, a place of poverty, depression and loss, Kit Danley created the organization, Neighborhood Ministries, as a place of security for the local residents. Emily Neuman describes her experiences as an intern with the Hope House and the people she met who call the Neighborhood their home.
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