How does a journalist approach crisis from a Christian perspective? A Christian journalist tries to think like a Christian in regard to the issues raised by the situation. Understanding the theological basis of our faith, our knowledge of God, and human nature will help us to write better stories: narratives that include resilience as well as lament, and hope as well as critique.

Dr. Miriam Adeney is a professor at Seattle Pacific University and the author of more than 200 articles and six books.