15 Christians in India reconvert to Hinduism after counselling
Fifteen Dalit Christians have reportedly been reconverted to Hinduism in a ceremony conducted near Latheri, Katpadi.
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Gunmen abduct 2 pastors in Nigeria, demands ransom from families, church members
Two Nigerian pastors were kidnapped in January, while one pastor was injured in Kogi state.
Philosopher calls to ban churches in birthplace of Confucius
A city within the Shandong province in China should ban Christian churches in the neighborhood, a Confucian scholar stated.
Former American Idol contestant Colton Dixon believes sex was designed for marriage
A former American Idol contestant has recently shared his own experience about sex and marriage, and emphasized that sexual intimacy comes after marriage.
Pakistani men claim Christian girls only serve to pleasure Muslim men
One Christian girl died, while two others were severely injured after a vehicle driven by Muslim men reportedly ran over the group of girls.
Chinese pastor dismissed after opposing forced removal of church crosses
A pastor of a government-controlled Christian church in China was dismissed after he opposed the forced removal of church crosses across the Asian country.
Thousands sign petition calling for release of Canadian pastor sentenced to life in North Korea
In December, a Canadian pastor was sentenced to life imprisonment in North Korea, prompting several Christian groups to call for aid from Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, and even the United Nations.
Iranian president pays Pope Francis a visit in Vatican, asks to 'pray for him'
On Tuesday, the Iranian president had a meeting with the Pope for the first time since 1999. The two reportedly talked about several issues, and the chief executive had one request from the Holy See: "pray for me."
British Christian group 'mobbed' during patrol of Muslim hotspot
Britain First, a political group composed of Christians, was reportedly 'mobbed' by Muslims during a patrol of a Bedfordshire town in England.
Most young Christians in Iceland do not believe God created the earth, survey reveals
While most Christians around the world believe that God created the heavens and the earth, that is not the case in this European country.
Sacramento doctor files federal suit to remove God from U.S. currency
A Sacramento emergency doctor has filed a federal lawsuit calling for the removal of all references to God on the United States currency.
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Churchgoers Average Just 51 on Biblical Literacy Quiz, Lifeway Research Finds
Nearly two-thirds of churchgoers failed a test measuring their knowledge of the Bible, highlighting widespread gaps in biblical literacy, according to a report published Tuesday by Lifeway Research. The assessment used a traditional grading system ranging from A (90 and above) to F (below 60). The average score was 51, with 65% receiving an F, 9% a D, 9% a C, 8% a B and 9% an A.
James Talarico Draws on David and Jesus in Texas Senate Victory Speech
Democratic Texas state Rep. James Talarico drew comparisons between himself and the biblical figures of David and Jesus in a victory speech Tuesday after defeating Republican Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in the state's U.S. Senate election. “I'm reminded of that story from Scripture of a shepherd boy who goes up against a giant,” Talarico told supporters in Austin shortly before midnight.
WNBA Star Sophie Cunningham Opens Up About Faith, Says ‘Revival Is Happening’
WNBA player Sophie Cunningham, who drew national media attention this season for objecting to male trans-identified athletes in women's sports, reflected on her faith journey on an episode of Theo Von's podcast, saying she believes a revival is happening.
68% of US Teens Would Turn to Jesus for Identity Advice, but Parents Rank Higher
More than two-thirds of American teenagers say they would feel comfortable seeking guidance from Jesus about their identity, although parents and friends remain their preferred sources of advice, according to new research from Barna. Mothers emerged as the most trusted source of guidance, with 84% of teenagers expressing comfort in discussing identity-related questions with them.
NC County Appeals Preliminary Injunction in Summit Church Zoning Lawsuit
A North Carolina county has argued that its legal battle with former Southern Baptist Convention President J.D. Greear’s The Summit Church over a proposed campus expansion centers on the limits of federal court authority rather than allegations of religious discrimination.