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Africa’s Wall Street Quiets Christian Worship
Loud Pentecostal worship is part of the soundtrack of Africa’s major cities. From Johannesburg, South Africa, to Lagos, Nigeria, booming preaching and boisterous worship rings through the alleys, apartments, and street corners. But in Blantyre—the commercial capital of Malawi—church noise …
January 3, 2024 Business ️ 287
California toy stores without gender-neutral sections could face fines under new law
California stores that do not feature a gender-neutral toy selection for kids risk incurring a fine of up to $500, according to a law that will be enforceable in January seeking to reduce what proponents say are harmful stereotypes about …
January 3, 2024 Business ️ 286
Should Christians take their money out of banks that don’t share their values?
Credit union survey finds at least one-third are considering changes amid ‘de-banking’ trend Nearly a third of Christians in the U.S. have considered switching banks in the last year due to conflicts with their values and other factors, according to …
January 3, 2024 Business ️ 159
New York bill would force Chick-fil-A on Thruway to open on Sundays: ‘Public good’
The New York State Assembly is considering a bill that would effectively mandate Chick-fil-A restaurants along the New York State Thruway and the Port Authority to remain open on Sundays in violation of its sabbatarian policy. Bill A08336, also known …
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The Role of Women in the Church: A Traditional Perspective
The role of women in the Church has been a subject of theological debate and discussion for centuries. The traditional perspective, rooted in scriptural interpretation and early church writings, posits that women should not hold pastoral authority over men. Instead, …
January 17, 2024 Christian History ️ 398
Archaeology discovery: Medieval Christian prayer beads found on Holy Island
Archaeologists recently uncovered Christian prayer beads dating from the eighth to ninth century on an ancient island in the United Kingdom known as “Holy Island,” and say the discovery will give an insight into how people in medieval Britain lived …
January 2, 2024 Christian History ️ 301
Russell Brand reading Bible, CS Lewis amid sexual assault allegations inquiry
Comedian Russell Brand has revealed he’s reading the Bible and C.S. Lewis’ book The Problem of Pain as he continues to face allegations of sexual misconduct. The actor and podcast host shared a photo of the books in a Dec. …
January 2, 2024 Entertainment ️ 294
Candace Cameron Bure denounces ‘cancel culture’, embraces James 1 mentality
Christian actress Candace Cameron Bure decried cancel culture as she shared her experiences with it in a recent episode of her podcast. In a Dec. 13 episode of “The Candace Cameron Bure Podcast” with co-host Bianca Juarez Olthoff, the television …
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United Methodists Embrace Sweeping Changes to Sexuality Teachings
In Charlotte, N.C., the General Conference of the United Methodist Church (UMC) is undergoing a significant transformation. Historically the third-largest religious group in the United States, the UMC is moving towards a progressive stance on human sexuality. Delegates in legislative …
June 2, 2024 U.S. News ️ 657
AI Preachers? Not in our Church, Says Most Americans
As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to advance, its applications span a wide array of fields, including potential use in spiritual guidance. However, a recent study by the American Bible Society (ABS) reveals that most Americans remain wary of relying on …
May 25, 2024 U.S. News ️ 473
Tragic Loss of American Missionaries in Haiti: A Call for Prayer and Reflection
Port-au-Prince, Haiti – In a devastating incident on Thursday, two young American missionaries, Davy and Natalie Lloyd, along with Haitian church leader Jude Montis, were tragically killed amid escalating gang violence in Haiti. The three were ambushed by gang members …
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The Two Witnesses of Revelation 11: A Case for Peter and Paul
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