http://www.christianpost.com/us/topics/culture Copyright (c) Christian Post. All Rights Reserved. 5 en-gb 144 17 http://www.christianpost.com http://www.christianpost.com/images/blogs/article/cpLogo.gif http://www.christianpost.com/article/20091120/a-vampire-novel-where-god-shows-up/index.html http://www.christianpost.com/article/20091120/a-vampire-novel-where-god-shows-up/index.html A handsome man with a dark secret, a vulnerable heroine and a love story make Thirsty, at first glance, your typical vampire novel. But then God shows up. Michelle A. Vu Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:36:02 EST http://www.christianpost.com/article/20091120/christians-urged-not-to-abandon-conscience-proclaim-the-gospel/index.html http://www.christianpost.com/article/20091120/christians-urged-not-to-abandon-conscience-proclaim-the-gospel/index.html Evangelical, Orthodox and Catholic leaders who unveiled the "Manhattan Declaration" Friday insisted the document is not a political ploy. Rather, it is a testament to their common Christian witness Lillian Kwon Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:48:33 EST http://www.christianpost.com/article/20091116/-fireproof-creators-to-make-film-about-fatherhood/index.html http://www.christianpost.com/article/20091116/-fireproof-creators-to-make-film-about-fatherhood/index.html After much anticipation, the makers of runaway hits “Fireproof” and “Facing the Giants” announced Sunday night that their next film project will be about the need for godly fathers. Michelle A. Vu Mon, 16 Nov 2009 08:58:04 EST http://www.christianpost.com/article/20091113/the-road/index.html http://www.christianpost.com/article/20091113/the-road/index.html The production company behind "The Road" is reaching out to the faith-based community, asking them to consider the much-anticipated film as something that could possibly be of value for ministry. Lillian Kwon Fri, 13 Nov 2009 11:48:51 EST http://www.christianpost.com/article/20091111/christians-urged-to-boycott-gap-inc-over-christmas-censor/index.html http://www.christianpost.com/article/20091111/christians-urged-to-boycott-gap-inc-over-christmas-censor/index.html A conservative pro-family group is urging Christians to boycott Gap, Old Navy and Banana Republic from now until December 25 for "censoring" the word Christmas in its ad commercials and promotions. Jennifer Riley Wed, 11 Nov 2009 16:04:07 EST http://www.christianpost.com/article/20091111/-bible-navigator-x-to-reach-gamers-on-xbox-360/index.html http://www.christianpost.com/article/20091111/-bible-navigator-x-to-reach-gamers-on-xbox-360/index.html Video game enthusiasts will soon be able to say they are strengthening their faith via the Xbox when the first complete Bible application for the popular gaming console launches next month. Ethan Cole Wed, 11 Nov 2009 15:12:13 EST http://www.christianpost.com/article/20091031/conservatives-prepare-for-next-round-of-health-care-battle/index.html http://www.christianpost.com/article/20091031/conservatives-prepare-for-next-round-of-health-care-battle/index.html Christian conservatives were quick to oppose the new House health care bill this week, which they say includes federal funds for elective abortion and mandates providing information about physician-assisted suicide in some states. Jennifer Riley Sat, 31 Oct 2009 09:01:48 EDT http://www.christianpost.com/article/20091030/should-christians-boycott-halloween-or-seize-opportunity/index.html http://www.christianpost.com/article/20091030/should-christians-boycott-halloween-or-seize-opportunity/index.html While many Christians choose to boycott Halloween or go to an alternative church party, some believers contend that the best approach is to join in the trick-or-treat festivities. Ethan Cole Fri, 30 Oct 2009 23:55:22 EDT http://www.christianpost.com/article/20090629/faith-community-urged-to-combat-gang-culture/index.html http://www.christianpost.com/article/20090629/faith-community-urged-to-combat-gang-culture/index.html A leading criminologist says that the faith community has a role to play in combating gang culture in the United Kingdom. Churches are in the ideal position to run gang initiatives, he says. Charles Boyd Mon, 29 Jun 2009 19:17:55 EDT http://www.christianpost.com/article/20090517/ministry-hate-crimes-law-will-fuel-hostility-toward-traditional-morality/index.html http://www.christianpost.com/article/20090517/ministry-hate-crimes-law-will-fuel-hostility-toward-traditional-morality/index.html Coral Ridge Ministries will be airing a special report Sunday on the growing hostility toward traditional marriage advocates and how a proposed "hate crime" law will only inspire more abuse by homosexual activists. Eric Young Sun, 17 May 2009 09:45:46 EDT http://www.christianpost.com/article/20081203/christian-ministry-seeks-to-raise-culture-warriors-through-contest/index.html http://www.christianpost.com/article/20081203/christian-ministry-seeks-to-raise-culture-warriors-through-contest/index.html "Our media is dominated by people immersed in the secular humanist mindset,” notes Anthony Horvath of Athanatos Christian Ministries. Now, imagine if more Christians were writing movies, books, and the news. Kenneth Chan Wed, 03 Dec 2008 14:50:10 EST http://www.christianpost.com/article/20081022/churches-urged-to-utilize-pop-songs-to-boost-bible-reading/index.html http://www.christianpost.com/article/20081022/churches-urged-to-utilize-pop-songs-to-boost-bible-reading/index.html With Bible illiteracy plaguing Christians in areas even where Scriptures are in abundance, one bishop is urging churches to use hits by bands such as U2 and the Beatles to help their congregants connect with the teachings contained in the Bible. Josh Kimball Wed, 22 Oct 2008 13:49:48 EDT