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Halloween Is a ‘Trick of the Devil,’ Warns Satanist-Turned-Christian

As the annual debate nears about whether Christians should celebrate Halloween, one man who spent 25 years immersed in Satanism issues a strong warning. John Ramirez, a born-again minister who strives to “make Jesus Christ proud,” tells CBN News he once “sold my soul to the devil.”

Are You ‘Called’ To Be Single? Sean McDowell Shares What the Bible Says

Have you ever wondered if you had the “gift of singleness”? In a recent video, author and professor Dr. Sean McDowell explains how Christians can know whether or not God has “called” them to be single.

Are American Christians on the Path to Severe Persecution for Their Faith?

"American Christians still enjoy broad religious protections under the law," says David Curry, president and CEO of Open Doors USA, "and the intensity of what Christians face here pales in comparison to the depths of persecution suffered by followers of Jesus in many places around the world."

Candidates’ Views on Handling Sexual Abuse Will Be Factor, Nominations Committee Chair Says

The chairman of the Southern Baptist Convention Committee on Nominations wants his group to do its part to ensure board members of Southern Baptist entities reflect the Convention’s stance on addressing sexual abuse.

SBC Should Be Known for Love, Firm Convictions, Barber Says

Southern Baptists need to uphold and support Scriptural truth while maintaining love and cooperation, SBC President Bart Barber said in addressing the SBC Executive Committee Sept. 19 in Nashville.

McLaurin: ‘Convention Is Only as Strong as Our Relationships With One Another’

In his Monday night (Sept. 19) plenary session address to the Southern Baptist Convention Executive Committee, Willie McLaurin urged Southern Baptists to continue to cooperate in carrying out their shared mission.

New Museum Exhibit Seeks To Show Samaritans Are More Than a Biblical Parable

A new exhibit at the Museum of the Bible offers a look at the Samaritans as a biblical people, beyond the unnamed man we meet in Jesus' famed parable.

Brooklyn Pastor Who Had Million Dollar Jewelry Stolen Arrested After Forcefully Grabbing Woman During Live Sermon

Brooklyn Bishop Lamor Whitehead is making headlines following an incident on Sunday, wherein he forcefully grabbed a woman by the back of the neck for disrupting his live sermon, leading her out of the room.

Donald Trump Is Openly Embracing QAnon, Say Critics, Who Cite ‘Messiah-Like Status,’ ‘Deeply Weird’ Hand Gestures

At an Ohio rally for Republican Senate hopeful J.D. Vance, former President Donald Trump delivered an ominous message about America’s decline. While music played that apparently sounded similar to a QAnon-linked song, many listeners raised their hands in a one-finger salute.

Pastor Arrested While Watering Neighbors’ Flowers Extends Love to the Woman Who Called 911 on Him

Michael Jennings, a pastor in Alabama who was arrested while watering his neighbors’ flowers, says he extends love to the neighbor who called the police on him. Jennings has, however, filed a federal lawsuit against the city and three of its police officers.

Lifeway Research: Americans’ Theological Beliefs Changed To Suit Post-Pandemic Practice

According to a new Lifeway Research study, while many theological beliefs remain stable among Christians, shifting beliefs in certain areas point to where changing culture may be impacting religious perspectives.

Crist Campaign Accuses Pastor Featured in DeSantis Ad of Being an ‘Antisemite’

Florida Gubernatorial candidate Charlie Crist has called out Governor Ron DeSantis for a campaign ad featuring a pastor whom Crist's campaign is accusing of antisemitism.

Queen Elizabeth II Mourned by Britain and World at Funeral

Britain and the world said a final goodbye to Queen Elizabeth II at a state funeral Monday that drew presidents and kings, princes and prime ministers — and crowds who massed along the streets of London to honor a monarch whose 70-year reign defined an age.

ERLC Trustees Hear From New President, Discuss Sexual Abuse Assessment

The Baptist witness the ERLC  has long provided in the public square “is needed now as much as ever,” Brent Leatherwood said Wednesday (Sept. 14) in his first presidential report to the entity’s trustees.

Nearly Two Years After Election, Episcopal Diocese of Chicago’s First Black Female Bishop Takes Office

Just weeks before she was set to take office in April 2021, Bishop Paula E. Clark experienced a brain bleed while exercising. Surgery followed, postponing her consecration.

Former Virginia Pastor Arrested, Charged With Multiple Sex Crimes

A former pastor in Abingdon, Va., was charged with multiple child sex crimes and arrested on Sept. 8.

How Phil Wickham Went From ‘Lifestyle Christianity’ to ‘So Much Joy and Excitement’

Songwriter and worship leader Phil Wickham says that he has gone deeper in his relationship with God through prayer after being challenged by the faith of people who were inspired by his music. Prior to this change, Wickham had fallen into what he calls “lifestyle Christianity.” 

Flying Migrants to Martha’s Vineyard Sparks Reactions From Church Leaders

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis flew two planes of migrants to the upscale Massachusetts island community of Martha’s Vineyard, while Texas Gov. Greg Abbott bused migrants to the Washington, D.C. residence of Vice President Kamala Harris. These decisions have led to community action and heated discussions.

Al Mohler Implies Christians Who Don’t Vote Republican Are ‘Unfaithful’; Met With Mixture of Praise, Criticism

Al Mohler was at the center of a social media dustup after comments he made during an address at the "Pray, Vote, Stand" summit began circulating on Twitter.

Court Denies Jewish School’s Request About LGBTQ Group

The U.S. Supreme Court has denied – at least for now – a request by Yeshiva University that the justices block enforcement of a judicial requirement it must grant recognition to a gay and transgender student group.

Remains of Pastor’s Wife and Friend Identified; OK County GOP Chair...

News surfaced this week that Tifany Machel Adams is the GOP chair for Cimarron County, Oklahoma. Adams is one of four suspects charged with kidnapping and murdering pastor's wife Jilian Kelley and Kelley's friend Veronica Butler.

Rebecca McLaughlin on Whether Christians Can Agree To Disagree About Same-Sex...

Dr. Rebecca McLaughlin joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to talk about how church leaders can respond to common arguments that use the Bible to affirm same-sex relationships, the “why” behind God’s design for marriage, and the “beautiful and glorious vision” Christianity has for friendship.

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