Florida becomes latest state to propose ban on abortions after 20 weeks
Florida has become the latest state to introduce a bill that would ban abortions after 20 weeks of pregnancy, the period when fetuses are said to be capable of feeling pain.
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U.S. senator and congressman condemn harsh sentence of Pastor Yang Hua
U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio and Rep. Chris Smith have issued separate statements on Wednesday expressing their concerns about the harsh sentencing of Chinese pastor Yang Hua.
North Korea tops list of Christian-persecuting nations for 15th consecutive year
North Korea is, once again, on top of the list of nations where persecution against Christians is the worst.
100 percent of Christians in 21 countries experience persecution, new report says
The latest report from persecution watchdog group Open Doors USA has indicated that 100 percent of Christians in 21 countries are being opressed for their faith.
Suspected Fulani militants kill 10 in Christian village in Nigeria
A group of Fulani Islamic militants reportedly attacked the predominantly Christian village of Kwayine in the Nigerian state of Adamawa.
Former pastor of largest church in China arrested on charges of embezzlement
The former pastor of the largest state-run megachurch in China's Zhejiang province has been arrested on charges of embezzling funds.
Pakistani province rejects bill against forced conversions
The governor of the Pakistani province of Sindh has rejected a bill that would have criminalized forced conversions.
Indian Government says Fr. Tom Uzhunnalil ignored advice not to go to Yemen
A senior Indian government official has said that the Catholic priest who was kidnapped by suspected Islamic militants ignored the advice not to go to Yemen.
President Sisi promises to build Egypt's largest church
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi has announced that he has set aside 100,000 Egyptian pounds to build the largest church in the country.
Lesbian couple hired to lead Baptist church in Washington
A historic Baptist church in Washington D.C. has announced on Monday that it has hired a married lesbian couple to lead the congregation.
Franklin Graham weighs in on Meryl Streep's speech about Trump
Franklin Graham has called on Americans to support Donald Trump and Mike Pence after Meryl Streep criticized the president-elect during her speech at the 2016 Golden Globes.
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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.