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Update: Churches, Speakers Pull Out of GLS at the Last Minute
Although three keynote speakers have canceled and several partnering churches have pulled out, there is no conclusive evidence that this year’s Global Leadership Summit is being adversely affected by the controversy surrounding Bill Hybels.
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The Megapopular Churches That Celebrity and Instagram Built
These "celebrity pastors" are friends to the stars, but they're also really good at social media. It's hard to tell which is making a bigger impact on their numbers.
Articles for Pastors
How Progressives View Scripture (and Homosexuality in the Bible)
How can you read about homosexuality in the Bible and condone the practice? Adam Hamilton responds. The question isn't so much about your view on sexual orientation as it is about your view of Scripture.
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New Investigation of Bill Hybels Announced in Wake of Latest Bombshell
One day after new allegations against Bill Hybels and the resignation of its teaching pastor, Willow Creek has announced an advisory council of Christian leaders from across the country will oversee an independent investigation into sexual harassment allegations that created the firestorm.
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Ray Lewis Preaches Love and Faith at Hall of Fame Induction
In his 33-minute Hall of Fame induction speech, former NFL star Ray Lewis talked about the role faith has played throughout his life.
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Bill Hybels’ Successor Resigns From Willow Creek—Effective Immediately
Despite the elder board asking him to wait, Steve Carter announced today that he has resigned from Willow Creek Church, effective immediately. Carter cites a disagreement with the way the elders have handled the allegations against founding pastor Bill Hybels.
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Black Pastors Helping White House With Prison Reform
President Donald Trump has told Republican senators that he’s open to a new proposal on prison reform to include sentencing reform, giving new life to an issue that seemed hopelessly stalled on Capitol Hill.
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Prosperity Theology Beliefs Are in the Church. Not Sure to What Extent
It appears LifeWay researchers felt the best way to warn Christians about the heresy of prosperity theology was by suggesting it has overtaken the church.