Sociology

Modern social theory has a missing variable.It accounts for institutions, power, culture, habitus, and collective life with considerable sophistication. What it cannot account for — what its methodological commitments have trained it to exclude — is the social activity of the Holy Spirit...

Bridge cultural divides and explore global spirituality by mastering the diverse sacred traditions shaping our world. Transform your daily commute into an enlightening journey of cultural literacy and deep personal growth. This contemplative audio experience connects you directly to the lived...

Ordinarily, women are more religious than men. But these are no ordinary times. In America, where Christianity is still the most common religion, women are vacating churches. In the past decade, 16 million women have left the church. Younger women are disaffiliating from religion faster than men...

Faith in Space examines the key thinkers and religious leaders throughout American history who built faith communities around the notion that we are not alone in the universe, and that the path to spiritual truth leads heavenward to the stars. Paul Gutjahr reveals the pivotal role Protestant Christianity played in the formation of extraterrestrial belief in many of these traditions, sharing new perspectives on prominent Americans such as Cotton Mather, Benjamin Franklin, John Adams, and Thomas Paine.

Evangelicalism is a favorite scapegoat of American public life. Christianity Today deputy editor Bonnie Kristian argues that the most common attacks fall apart under scrutiny, issuing a bold call for evangelicals not to be ashamed of their tradition and, instead, to preserve and deepen it...

Explore the gripping cultural history of the afterlife, where human imagination forged realms of cosmic justice. Perfect for a thought-provoking commute, this captivating historical deep dive examines why mortals invented ethereal paradises and fiery underworlds. Whether dealing with grief or...

Explore how the historic clash between political power and religious freedom forged modern democracy over centuries. Perfect for your daily commute, this thought-provoking narrative reveals the danger of institutions that wield the sword while claiming to speak for God. Embark on an...

The human quest for the divine didn't just build world religions; it actively forged the foundations of global history. Whether you are seeking deeper meaning during a daily commute or reflecting on the forces that unite us, this thought-provoking journey delivers sweeping historical insights...

Explore how ancient faith and global religion shaped human history, forging fierce conflicts and profound peace. Perfect for an engaging morning commute or an evening of deep reflection, this thought-provoking historical narrative traces the evolution of belief systems from early hunter-gatherer...

Decode the theology and cultural history shaping modern society through this calm, deeply empathetic educational guide. Whether you are enriching a daily commute or seeking an objective lens for global events, this immersive audio experience delivers absolute clarity. It empowers curious...