Dr. James Emery White's weblog Copyright https://www.crosswalk.com 2026, Crosswalk.com Thu, 08 Jan 2026 03:33:39 -0500 https://www.crosswalk.com/headlines/contributors/dr-james-emery-white/whats-really-lost-when-a-church-closes.html https://www.crosswalk.com/headlines/contributors/dr-james-emery-white/whats-really-lost-when-a-church-closes.html Dr. James Emery White As thousands of churches face closure, we explore the profound loss of community centers, shelters, and vital economic contributors that extends far beyond spiritual services. Thu, 08 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500 2026-01-08T03:33:39-05:00 https://www.crosswalk.com/headlines/contributors/dr-james-emery-white/the-end-of-mtv.html https://www.crosswalk.com/headlines/contributors/dr-james-emery-white/the-end-of-mtv.html Dr. James Emery White MTV is phasing out its music video channels, marking the end of an era that revolutionized pop culture by making visuals as crucial as sound and globalizing youth culture. Mon, 05 Jan 2026 09:50:00 -0500 2026-01-08T03:33:39-05:00 https://www.crosswalk.com/headlines/contributors/dr-james-emery-white/2026-new-years-resolutions-for-you-and-your-church.html https://www.crosswalk.com/headlines/contributors/dr-james-emery-white/2026-new-years-resolutions-for-you-and-your-church.html Dr. James Emery White https://www.crosswalk.com/author/dr-james-emery-white/ Beyond typical New Year's resolutions, discover 15 biblically-inspired goals to transform your faith and leadership in the coming year. Thu, 01 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500 2026-01-08T03:33:39-05:00 https://www.crosswalk.com/headlines/contributors/dr-james-emery-white/the-year-2025-in-review.html https://www.crosswalk.com/headlines/contributors/dr-james-emery-white/the-year-2025-in-review.html James Emery White Learn what truly captivated the world in 2025 by exploring Google's most searched terms, from major political events and trending pop culture to unexpected viral phenomena. Mon, 29 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500 2026-01-08T03:33:39-05:00 https://www.crosswalk.com/headlines/contributors/dr-james-emery-white/the-day-after-christmas.html https://www.crosswalk.com/headlines/contributors/dr-james-emery-white/the-day-after-christmas.html Dr. James Emery White The day after Christmas presents a unique challenge: maintaining the spirit of the season beyond the festivities. Learn how to truly embody the values of Christmas year-round, focusing on the enduring message of hope and love. Fri, 26 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500 2026-01-08T03:33:39-05:00 https://www.crosswalk.com/headlines/contributors/dr-james-emery-white/joseph-and-mary-raw-and-unfiltered-2023.html https://www.crosswalk.com/headlines/contributors/dr-james-emery-white/joseph-and-mary-raw-and-unfiltered-2023.html Dr. James Emery White https://www.crosswalk.com/author/dr-james-emery-white/ There are at least two overlooked aspects of the story of Joseph and Mary. Yet knowing about these two dynamics to their life adds even more wonder to the Christmas story. Mon, 22 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500 2026-01-08T03:33:39-05:00 https://www.crosswalk.com/headlines/contributors/dr-james-emery-white/yes-virginia-2023.html https://www.crosswalk.com/headlines/contributors/dr-james-emery-white/yes-virginia-2023.html Dr. James Emery White https://www.crosswalk.com/author/dr-james-emery-white/ In 1897, Dr. Philip O’Hanlon, a coroner’s assistant on Manhattan’s Upper West Side, was asked by his then eight-year-old daughter, Virginia, whether Santa Claus really existed. He suggested that she write The Sun, then a prominent New York City newspaper, because “If you see it in The Sun, it’s so.” Thu, 18 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500 2026-01-08T03:33:39-05:00 https://www.crosswalk.com/headlines/contributors/dr-james-emery-white/revival-or-reset-what-2025-really-tells-us-about-faith-in-america.html https://www.crosswalk.com/headlines/contributors/dr-james-emery-white/revival-or-reset-what-2025-really-tells-us-about-faith-in-america.html Michael Foust https://www.crosswalk.com/author/michael-foust/ While the rise of the "nones" and Christian decline have temporarily stabilized, a deeper search for meaning is emerging among younger generations, presenting a unique spiritual opportunity. This phenomenon, characterized by a "religious emotion divorced from religious belief," suggests a fertile ground for engagement beyond traditional religious structures. Mon, 15 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500 2026-01-08T03:33:39-05:00 https://www.crosswalk.com/headlines/contributors/dr-james-emery-white/five-mistakes-parents-make-with-their-childs-grandparents.html https://www.crosswalk.com/headlines/contributors/dr-james-emery-white/five-mistakes-parents-make-with-their-childs-grandparents.html Dr. James Emery White Parents can inadvertently create strained relationships with grandparents by making them feel overly scrutinized or by using children as leverage in conflicts. Thu, 11 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500 2026-01-08T03:33:39-05:00 https://www.crosswalk.com/headlines/contributors/dr-james-emery-white/is-your-phone-draining-more-than-just-your-battery.html https://www.crosswalk.com/headlines/contributors/dr-james-emery-white/is-your-phone-draining-more-than-just-your-battery.html Dr. James Emery White https://www.crosswalk.com/author/dr-james-emery-white/ The startling truth about how frequently you check your phone each day, a habit that can significantly drain your focus and memory by constantly interrupting cognitive processes. Mon, 08 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500 2026-01-08T03:33:39-05:00