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Tony Campolo: Author and speaker on political and religious topics (Photo credit: Wikipedia ) The very first issue of  Christianity Today  is dated October 15, 1956. In his first editorial, Carl F. H. Henry set his course for the magazine: “Those who direct the editorial policy of  Christianity Today  unreservedly accept the complete reliability and authority of the written Word of God. It is their conviction that the Scriptures teach the doctrine of plenary inspiration.” Henry also affirmed continuity with the great orthodox tradition of biblical doctrine and moral principles: “The doctrinal content of historic Christianity will be presented and defended. Among the distinctive doctrines to be stressed are those of God, Christ, man, salvation, and the last things. The best modern scholarship recognizes the bearing of doctrine on moral and spiritual life.” In that same issue, Billy Graham stressed the authority of the Bible in evangelism. “I use the phrase...

Tony Campolo: Author and speaker on political and religious topics (Photo credit: Wikipedia ) Responses to Steve Chalke 's comments in support of homosexuality have ranged from disappointment and sadness, to strong criticism. Chalke shocked the evangelical community on Tuesday with an article in Christianity magazine explaining his decision to support same-sex relationships. The leading evangelical figure explained that he now believes permanent, faithful, stable homosexual relationships are not sinful. In his article, he also criticised the attitude of the church towards gay people and called for greater inclusion. “Rather than condemn and exclude, can we dare to create an environment for homosexual people where issues of self-esteem and wellbeing can be talked about; where the virtues of loyalty, respect, interdependence and faithfulness can be nurtured, and where exclusive and permanent same-sex relationships can be supported?” he wrote.  This man has a social gospel no...