James Emery White

James Emery White is the founding and senior pastor of Mecklenburg Community Church in Charlotte, North Carolina, and a former professor of theology and culture at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, where he also served as their fourth president. His latest book, ‘Hybrid Church:Rethinking the Church for a Post-Christian Digital Age,’ is now available on Amazon or from your favorite bookseller. To enjoy a free subscription to the Church & Culture blog, visit ChurchAndCulture.org where you can view past blogs in our archive, read the latest church and culture news from around the world, and listen to the Church & Culture Podcast.

Why We Must Value Character Over Talent

We cannot be fooled into thinking that God will bless our ministries when we value talent over character.

‘I Don’t Know and I Don’t Care’: The Rise of Apatheism

To address the problem of biblical illiteracy, we must first address the problem of theological apathy.

The Real Power of the Most Misunderstood Viral Verse

There are many misunderstood viral verses, none more so than Philippians 4:13.

3 Warning Signs Someone Is Dabbling in the Occult

There are only two sides God's and Satan's. Be sure those you lead know who they are consulting.

Why We Should Let Our Kids Struggle

We have forgotten the fact that facing adversity is often essential for strengthening our faith.

2 Frequently Missed Truths About God’s Will

There is a surprising amount of freedom, within God's will, for us to make choices.

How NOT to Avoid Conversations About Religion

WikiHow posted an article on how to avoid conversations about religion, but what if we flipped it?

Preparing Kids for College to Challenge Their Faith

The college environment is often hostile to childhood faith, so how do we prepare kids to leave college with their faith intact?