Kentucky lawmakers introduce bill to bring 'Bible literacy' course to public schools
Two Kentucky lawmakers have introduced a bill that would encourage the academic study of the Bible in public schools.
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Real Madrid drops Christian cross from logo for Middle East clothing deal
The Spanish soccer team Real Madrid has removed the Christian cross from its club crest on clothing items sold in Middle Eastern countries.
Eddie Long funeral news: Thousands attend funeral service for New Birth Missionary Baptist Church pastor
The main sanctuary of New Birth Missionary Baptist Church was filled with thousands of mourners who came to pay their last respects to megachurch pastor Bishop Eddie Long.
Indian evangelist suffers brain hemorrhage after being badgered for distributing Bibles
An Indian Christian suffered brain hemorrhage after Hindu extremists badgered him and took him to a police station for his role in the distribution of Bibles and Christian literature in Hyderabad, the capital city of the state of Telangana.
House approves bill that permanently bans taxpayer funding of abortion
The U.S. House of Representatives has approved a legislation that would permanently ban the use of taxpayer dollars to fund abortions.
ISIS converted town church into a training center for child soldiers
The Islamic State has converted a church in the Christian town of Tel Kiaf, into a military base, where the Caliphate's children are trained before they are sent out into the battlefield.
Nigerian pastor beaten by soldiers for refusing to frog jump
A Nigerian pastor was beaten by military officers after he refused to obey their orders to do frog jumps.
Mark Zuckerberg meets with church leaders to learn about community building
Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg has met with clergy members in Texas in order to learn the role of the churches in building a community.
Senate confirms Mike Pompeo as CIA chief despite concerns over his views on torture
Republican Rep. Mike Pompeo of Kansas has been confirmed by the Senate as CIA director, despite concerns from some over his conflicting statements whether he would expand surveillance on Americans and bring back interrogation techniques that were banned under the administration of Barack Obama.
Somali Christians keep faith alive by going underground
Somalia is one of several nations where persecution against Christians is severe, but believers have managed to keep the faith alive by forming small underground groups.
Iraqi PM announces liberation of Eastern Mosul from ISIS
Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi declared that eastern Mosul has been "fully liberated" from the Islamic State, 100 days after the start of the operation to liberate the city from the terror group.
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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.