Director Greta Gerwig's film adaptation from "The Chronicles of Narnia" is sparking controversy over casting of Meryl Streep to voice Aslan the divine lion in "Narnia: The Magician’s Nephew." Some conservative Christian commentators note that in C.S. Lewis' Narnia books, Aslan as depicted as male and as a representation of Jesus. They argue that casting a female actor challenges their faith, given that Jesus is depicted as Son of God in the Bible. Gerwig hasn't directly addressed the gender issue but praised Streep's ability to embody Aslan's complexity. Some scholars urge patience, noting that gender portrayal in literature can be fluid. The film is set for release next February.

Many churches across America have roadside signs with frequently changing messages that range from the practical to the witty to the profound. It’s an effort to inspire and attract drivers and passersby that’s uniquely popular in churches across America, the quintessential land of open roads and advertisements. For the last few decades, pastors have gotten creative, aiming to brighten a commuter’s day, spur a reflection while chauffeuring to football practice, and maybe convince a lapsed Christian that it’s not all fire and brimstone inside. Among the classics are weather puns, such as: “Too hot to keep changing sign. Sin bad. Jesus good. Details inside.”