Originally published in Christian Today Western countries are being asked to protect religious freedom, including for people of faith who hold traditional views on marriage and sexuality. Meeting in Berlin recently, religious freedom experts from around the world raised concerns about “increasing intolerance” towards people of faith in Europe and […]
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Unrest in Liberian church after UMC approves same-sex marriage
Originally published in Religious News Service The United Methodist Church in Liberia has been roiled in recent days over its position on marriage for same-sex couples after the global denomination, based in the United States, voted to strike a 40-year-old condemnation of homosexuality from its governing document. Clergy and lay […]
Men’s Stories: Simple key to success
In today’s Kingfisher FM podcast, Leon Slabbert, a prominent butchery owner in Nelson Mandela Bay, shares lessons that he has learned for success in business and in life. He says that discovering that Jesus left His Holy Spirit with us to talk to us and guide us in our ordinary, […]
Ibiza church reaches partygoers through house music, celebrates first baptism
Originally published in Premier Christian News A new church in Ibiza is using house music to reach the island’s partygoers and has already celebrated its first baptism, just days after its official launch. Ibiza Lighthouse Church, the only English-speaking church on the island, held its first service on Sunday, attracting […]
TRANSFORMING A NATION: Difference between Gospel of Kingdom and Gospel of Salvation — Season 2: Episode 26
The Gospel of the Kingdom and the Gospel of salvation are not two separate entities, says Janet Brann-Hollis in this week’s Transforming A Nation podcast. She says: “We have separated them, yet they are partners. God wants to advance His Kingdom through a revolutionary Gospel, with signs and wonders, the next […]
Christians visiting Israel for ICEJ Feast of Tabernacles despite war
Originally published in All Israel News Despite the ongoing conflict with Hamas in Gaza and Hezbollah in Lebanon, and with siren alerts blaring in parts of Israel on a daily basis, the International Christian Embassy in Jerusalem expects to welcome hundreds of Christians from around 50 nations for its annual […]
Indian Christians form 130km human chain to protest politician’s derogatory remarks
Originally published in Persecution.org Christians in Chhattisgarh, India, formed a 130km human chain to protest inaction against a member of the legislative assembly who made derogatory remarks about Jesus and conversions to Christianity in a public speech. When a video of the speech made by Raimunia Bhagat went viral on […]
Practicing Christians have highest levels of human flourishing: study
Originally published in The Christian Post Those who identify as non-religious experience a lower level of human flourishing than the general public, while practicing Christians enjoy the most flourishing, according to a new report. The latest installment of the State of the Bible USA 2024 report, released by the American Bible Society on Thursday, […]
World’s oldest-known Hebrew book now on display at Museum of the Bible
A recently unveiled exhibit at the Museum of the Bible in Washington, DC, is showcasing what is believed to be the world’s oldest Jewish book. The 12.7cm by 12.7cm book was unearthed in Afghanistan and is comprised of Sabbath morning prayers, poems that tie back to the Old Testament, and […]
‘All glory to Jesus’: How TikTok sensation Forrest Frank became Dove Award New Artist of the Year
Orignally published in CBN TikTok sensation Forrest Frank is taking the Christian music industry by storm with his feel-good songs that celebrate God’s goodness and blessings. The 29-year-old was recently named GMA Dove Award New Artist of the Year, and he told the audience that while he is thankful for […]