Planned Parenthood turns down Trump's funding offer in exchange for dropping abortions
Planned Parenthood has turned down President Donald Trump's offer to keep its federal funding in exchange for discontinuing its abortion services.
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Kentucky House passes bill protecting religious expression in public schools
The Kentucky House of Representatives has passed a bill that would allow students to express their religious and political views in public schools without interference from administrators.
Sudanese authorities warn church leaders against speaking about Christian persecution
Sudanese church leaders were warned against talking about the persecution of Christians shortly after they held a press conference in Khartoum to urge the government to reconsider its decision to demolish church buildings.
Former member of Westboro Baptist Church explains why she left the controversial group
Megan Phelps-Roper, granddaughter of Westboro Baptist Church founder Fred Phelps, has shared some details about her life in the controversial church and gave an explanation on why she eventually left.
Philippine police chief invites priests to join Duterte's drug raids
The Philippine police chief has invited priests to join the anti-drug operations in an attempt to make the campaign against drugs "less bloody."
Anglican bishop urges Christians to stick with Church despite 'false teaching' on gay marriage
An Anglican bishop has urged conservative Christians to stay within the Church of England despite its changing attitudes about gay marriage.
Catholic priest praises Egyptian Muslims helping Christians who fled from ISIS
A Catholic priest in Egypt has praised ordinary Muslims who offered to help Coptic Christians who fled from Sinai following a series of attacks carried out by the Islamic State.
Nearly 2,000 turn to Christ at Franklin Graham event in Vancouver despite controversy
Thousands of people came to hear the Gospel at Franklin Graham's Festival of Hope crusade in Vancouver last weekend despite opposition from the mayor and dozens of Christian leaders.
Democrats block New Mexico bill aimed at protecting babies who survive botched abortions
Democrats in the New Mexico House of Representatives have blocked a bill that would have required doctors to provide medical care to infants who are born alive in failed abortion attempts.
Persecuted Christians sought revenge but chose forgiveness after hearing God's word, says Wycliffe Bible Translators
Wycliffe Bible Translators have attested that the word of God has the power to pacify the angry hearts of those who suffered persecution, especially when people hear it in their own language.
Season 2 of CNN's 'Finding Jesus' aims to present new insights about Christ
The second season of CNN's "Finding Jesus" is expected to attract the attention of believers and skeptics as it tries to provide new insights about the historical Jesus.
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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.