Franklin Graham calls for prayer as Saeed and wife deal with marital difficulties
Rev. Franklin Graham has called for prayers as Saeed Abedini and wife, Naghmeh, deal with marital difficulties.
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US Court evaluates whether Christian prayers violates law
A court in North Carolina is weighing whether local government officials are violating the law by holding only Christian prayers at their town meetings.
200 Indonesians join ISIS following Jakarta bombing last month
Police Chief General Badrotin Haiti confirmed that 200 Indonesians joined the Islamic State in Syria. The report came from intelligence services of Indonesia.
Naghmeh Abedini still hoping for reconciliation with husband Saeed after filing for separation
Naghmeh Abedini filed a legal separation from her husband Saeed Abedini. However, Naghmeh is still hoping for reconciliation.
11-year-old Christian contestant on 'The Voice Kids Arabia' shares story about ISIS
Mirna Hana shared her experience on 'The Voice Kids Arabia'. She revealed her story of how she managed to flee from Iraq after ISIS threatened to kidnap and kill her.
Kentucky officials won't fight tax break ruling for Noah's Ark project
Kentucky officials will not fight a court ruling after Answers in Genesis' Noah's Ark won legal battle. Republican Gov. Matt Bevin said that the governor's administration will not submit and appeal and was pleased about Judge Tatenhove's ruling.
Pastor Saeed Abedini recounts Iranian prison ordeal
Pastor Saeed Abedini described haunting images of his experience while being imprisoned in Iran, during which he was maltreated and severely beaten.
Center for Medical Progress members indicted over Planned Parenthood videos
A Houston grand jury has cleared Planned Parenthood from committing any illegal activities. David Daleiden and Sandra Merritt from the Center of Medical Progress were indicted.
Charleston Church appoints new pastor 7 months after shooting
The Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church in Charleston has appointed a new pastor. Rev. Dr. Betty Deas Clark replaced Rev. Clementa Pinckney who was a victim of the mass murder that happened last June.
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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.