High Court in Malaysia allows Muslim man to drop Islam and embrace Christianity
The Malaysian High Court has ruled after 33 years that a Muslim man has the right to drop Islam and embrace Christianity.
Pope Francis tells priests to incarnate mercy
Pope Francis, during the Chrism Mass on Holy Thursday, exhorted priests to incarnate mercy. "As priests, we are witnesses to and ministers of the ever-increasing abundance of the Father's mercy; we have the rewarding and consoling task of incarnating mercy, as Jesus did..."
'Prophet' Yakim Manasseh Jordan makes unsolicited robocalls; promises miracles for top dollar
While many people undoubtedly want miracles to happen in their lives, 25-year-old Yakim Manasseh Jordan promises to perform them -- at a hefty price. He is also quite enthusiastic in offering his services, making unsolicited robocalls to people.
American & Israeli Christians have difference in opinion regarding Israel, says survey
A study conducted by the Pew Research Center reveals that Christians in the United States have views of Israel that are different from those Christians living in the Jewish state.
Wycliffe Bible translators killed by militants in Middle East
Four Bible translators have been killed by militants who stormed their office in the Middle East and destroyed some of their equipment. Two were shot dead while the other two died of the injuries they sustained from being beaten.
Pastor Saeed Abedini celebrates son's birthday for the first time since release from Iran prison
Pastor Saeed Abedini has been able to celebrate his son Jacob's birthday for the first time since he was released from a prison in Iran.
Tullian Tchvidjian's infidelity started two years ago, was covered up?
Tullian Tchvidjian was relieved of his position as Director of Ministry Development at the Willow Creek Church after he revealed that he had an affair with a woman not his wife.
End Times prophecies starting to unfold, says Pastor Carl Gallups
Prophecies about the End Times are starting to unfold and Christians need to prepare for what is about to come, Pastor Carl Gallups has warned.
Did Joel Osteen endorse Donald Trump? Lakewood Church releases clarifying statement
Pastor Joel Osteen has recently come under fire after being accused of endorsing Republican presidential frontrunner Donald Trump during his book tour six months ago.
Church has right to fire employees over religious beliefs, U.S. court says
A Missouri court has ruled in favor of a Catholic diocese's decision to fire an employee for violating the church's religious teachings.
Franklin Graham announces World Summit in Defense of Persecuted Christians in Moscow
Rev. Franklin Graham has just announced that the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association will host the World Summit in Defense of Persecuted Christians along with the Russian Orthodox Church and other evangelical leaders.
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United Methodist Church Selects US, Zimbabwe for Historic 2028 General Conference
The United Methodist Church (UMC) will convene its 2028 General Conference at two locations simultaneously for the first time in the denomination’s history, bringing together delegates in the United States and Africa for its highest legislative assembly. The UMC Commission on the General Conference announced Tuesday that Minneapolis, Minnesota, and Harare, Zimbabwe, will jointly host the gathering.
Middle East Christians Face Uncertain Future as Global Persecution Threatens Over 400 Million
Christian persecution has worsened in more than half of 18 countries surveyed by a Catholic watchdog, raising concerns about the future of Christian communities in the Middle East. The Middle East has emerged as an area of particular concern, where prolonged instability threatens Christianity’s presence in its historic birthplace.
Multisite Churches Expanding Rapidly Across US, Attracting Nearly 10% of Protestant Churchgoers
Multisite churches are expanding rapidly across the United States, attracting nearly one in 10 Protestant churchgoers, but their growth is increasingly outpacing the development of qualified leaders, according to a new national study. The report identified more than 1,800 multisite churches operating over 6,000 campuses nationwide, highlighting the growing influence of congregations that maintain multiple worship locations under a unified organizational structure.
Allie Beth Stuckey Urges Christians to Limit Halloween Participation and Avoid Horror Films
New York Times bestselling author and BlazeTV host Allie Beth Stuckey has drawn mixed reactions from Christians after questioning whether believers should embrace Halloween festivities and consume horror-themed entertainment. During the Oct. 19 episode of her “Relatable” podcast, Stuckey addressed the different ways Christians approach Halloween, acknowledging that the subject involves personal convictions and differing interpretations of Christian freedom.
Federal Appeals Court Sides With Churches in Immigration Raids Dispute
A federal appeals court has handed a legal victory to churches, synagogues and other religious organizations challenging the Trump administration’s decision to permit immigration enforcement operations at places of worship. A three-judge panel of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit reversed a lower court’s decision rejecting the religious groups’ request for a preliminary injunction.