First Baptist Dallas undeterred by terror threat from ISIS
First Baptist Dallas has been named by the Islamic State as a potential target for an attack, but the church is undeterred by the threats from the terror group.
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Russell Moore, Jim Daly hails Trump for pro-life stance
Prominent evangelical leaders Russell Moore and Jim Daly have expressed their optimism about the direction of the new presidential administration with regards to the issue of abortion.
Chili's restaurants back out from Planned Parenthood fundraiser after receiving complaints
Chili's restaurants in Kentucky and Indiana have canceled a Planned Parenthood fundraiser after complaints from pro-life advocates.
Boko Haram militants use babies to carry out suicide bombing missions, officials warn
Islamic militant group Boko Haram are now using infants as a cover to carry out suicide bombing missions, according to Nigerian officials.
Former chaplain of the Queen urges Christians to leave Church of England for more conservative churches
A former chaplain to the Queen of England has encouraged Christians to leave their Anglican churches for more conservative congregations.
Archaeologists discover possible medieval synagogue near Sea of Galilee
Archaeologists have uncovered the ruins of a medieval building that could have functioned as a synagogue at the site of Huqoq, near the Sea of Galilee in Israel.
One billion abortions have been performed worldwide in the past 100 years, report reveals
A new report released on Wednesday has estimated that one billion babies have been aborted across the globe in the past 100 years, and approximately 12.5 million abortions are performed each year.
Sadie Robertson calls on Christians to be bold in living out their faith
Sadie Robertson, of Duck Dynasty fame, has urged Christians to be bold in sharing the life that they have in Christ, instead of compromising with the world.
Tennessee church blocks funds to SBC for supporting construction of mosque in New Jersey
A Baptist church in Tennessee has decided to withhold funds to the Southern Baptist Convention (SBC) because of the decision made by its entities to support the construction of a mosque in New Jersey.
Evangelical Christians speak out against Trump's proposed ban on refugees
Evangelicals have expressed their opposition to President Donald Trump's plan to stop accepting refugees in the U.S. for the next four months.
Dutch government plans to launch global abortion fund to counter Trump's ban
Lawmakers in the Netherlands are planning to set up a global fund for abortion in response to U.S. President Donald Trump's reinstatement of a policy that bans international groups from receiving U.S. taxpayer funding if they promote or perform abortions.
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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.