Pakistani Christians protest in front of Thailand Embassy
Pakistani Christians gathered in front of the Embassy of Royal Kingdom of Thailand, calling for justice for asylum seekers.
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Saeed Abedini seeks 'God's will' for his marriage following separation
Despite problems in his marriage, Saeed Abedini said he loves his wife, Naghmeh. The pastor plans to work on rebuilding their relationship and is seeking God's will for his marriage.
Christian couple say they declined making gay wedding cake 'out of love for God'
A Christian couple from the UK, who were fined in 2015 for refusing to bake a cake for a same-sex couple's wedding, have insisted that they do not hate gay people, but refused to make the cake "out of love for God."
Natalie Grant shares her story about almost losing her daughter
Christian singer Natalie Grant has opened up about the trauma of almost losing her daughter.
Pope Francis to commemorate 500th anniversary of Protestant Reformation
Pope Francis apologized for all the Catholic wrongs executed against Christians belonging to other churches and said that he would make a trip to Sweden in order to commemorate the 500th Jubilee marking the beginning of the Reformation by Protestants.
Experts claim Christian teachings may hinder containment of Zika virus
Experts say that the Zika virus outbreak, which has been linked to birth defects, is exploding in part because Christian doctrine against contraception and abortion.
Boko Haram kills dozens of Christians, burns children alive
Boko Haram has reportedly murdered 86 people, some children, by burning them alive in their huts, Sunday.
Florida church member shot and killed in random attack
A 22 year old church goer was gunned down in his car just after midnight on Thursday in Northwest Jacksonville, Florida. Police suspect that the incident was a random drive-by shooting.
Spain offers citizenship to Jewish descendants who fled persecution during Inquisition
New Mexico residents descended from Jewish families who fled Spain during the Inquisition can claim Spanish citizenship. The new law was administered by Spanish Ministry of Justice.
Ted Cruz gains support from Christian communities
Ted Cruz is getting more supporters from the Christian community. Prominent figures including Bott and Benham families have thrown their full support behind the Texas senator.
UK Church now offers transgender baptisms
A church from Manchester has allowed baptisms on transgender members to be conducted.
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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.