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Church Leaders Help Restore Iraqi Town Devastated by ISIS

Megan Briggs - February 28, 2020

The town of Batnaya, Iraq, has been home to Assyrian Christians for several centuries. But in 2014, ISIS razed the town to the ground in its deranged mission to rid Iraq of Christians.

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Israel Could Be ‘Weeks’ from Coronavirus Vaccine

Stephanie Martin - February 28, 2020

Although the World Health Organization (WHO) has said a coronavirus vaccine could be up to 18 months away, researchers in Israel say they’re “a few weeks” from having a vaccine ready for testing.

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Trump’s India Visit Unintentionally Placed Spotlight on Religious Persecution

Megan Briggs - February 27, 2020

Although it wasn’t intentional, Trump’s visit has placed a spotlight on the growing violence religious minorities, including Indian Christians, experience in that country.

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Barna Study: This Is How Americans Feel About Going to Church

Jessica Lea - February 27, 2020

A new Barna study highlights the current attitudes Americans have toward attending church services. The results show, says the group, that "the reputation of the Church (locally and universally) is in question."

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10 Creative Ways to Fast for Lent 2020

Jessica Lea - February 26, 2020

Today is Ash Wednesday, which means that Christians all over the world are beginning the observance of Lent 2020. If you haven't yet decided what you're going to fast from this year, here are some ideas!

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Pastor and Father of 8 Thrills the Voice Judges

Megan Briggs - February 26, 2020

A pastor from Mississippi received a four-chair turn from the Voice judges after a soulful performance. The judges opened up about their own experiences growing up and singing in church.

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At Challenge from Pastor, Church Pays Off $46.5 Million in Medical Debt

Jessica Lea - February 25, 2020

Crossroads Church in Ohio has risen to a challenge from Pastor Brian Tome and paid off $46.5 million in medical debt for 45,000 families.

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Shincheonji Cult Church at Heart of Coronavirus in Korea

Stephanie Martin - February 25, 2020

Health officials say more than 60% of South Korea’s 977 confirmed cases involve members of the Shincheonji Church of Jesus, which is led by self-proclaimed messiah Lee Man-hee.

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Tim Tebow: Saving Babies Matters More Than the Super Bowl

Jessica Lea - February 24, 2020

At a recent banquet held by Kansans for Life, Tim Tebow affirmed that fighting for the rights of the unborn was more meaningful than winning the Super Bowl.

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Militant Iranian Student Group Threatens to Destroy Esther’s Tomb

Stephanie Martin - February 24, 2020

A group of militant Iranian students have threatened to tear down the Tomb of Esther and Mordecai in retaliation against U.S. President Trump's proposed Middle East peace plan. During the festival of Purim, many Iranian Jews visit the shrine in Hamadan.

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Boko Haram Terrorists Attack Predominantly Christian Community in Northeast Nigeria

Morning Star News - February 24, 2020

The insurgents overpowered police and vigilante defenders before burning a police station, police barracks, church buildings, a hospital and a health center and the homes of two local officials.

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N.T. Wright: The New Testament Is Clear on Female Preachers

Megan Briggs - February 21, 2020

While the American church continues to wrestle and debate about the question "What does the Bible say about female preachers?" Theologian N.T. Wright says the New Testament is clear.

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Please Pray for Ravi As He Heals from Emergency Back Surgery

Jessica Lea - February 21, 2020

Christian apologist and evangelist Ravi Zacharias had emergency spinal surgery on February 20 and so far is recovering well.

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Cardinal Zen: Vatican Is Complicit in the ‘killing’ of Chinese Churches

Stephanie Martin - February 21, 2020

Cardinal Zen compares the deal the Vatican struck with China to a 1933 negotiation between Germany and the Vatican, which the Nazis immediately violated.

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Justin Bieber: I Doubt I’d Be Alive If Not for Jesus

Jessica Lea - February 20, 2020

For anyone who has ever wondered, “Is Justin Bieber Christian?”, the singer recently sat for an interview that may answer that question.

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Nigerian Christians March for Leah, Warn of Potential Anarchy

Megan Briggs - February 20, 2020

At an observation of the two year anniversary of Leah Sharibu's kidnapping, Pastor Paul Eneche called the present insecurity for Nigerian Christians an “orgy of foulness.”

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SBC Ousts Church for Hiring Registered Sex Offender as Pastor

Jessica Lea - February 19, 2020

The Executive Committee of the Southern Baptist Convention has voted to disfellowship a Southern Baptist church in Midland, Texas, because the church was employing a lifetime registered sex offender as a pastor.

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ERLC to Be Investigated After ‘public and private’ Grievances Aired

Megan Briggs - February 19, 2020

The move to investigate the ERLC is in response to “ongoing concerns” expressed “both publicly and privately” to members of the Executive Committee and other SBC leaders.

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This Is How Asian Churches Are Preventing the Spread of Covid-19

Megan Briggs - February 18, 2020

Asian churches are taking numerous precautions as they strive to contain the coronavirus. From temperature screening to limiting singing during services to suspending services, these churches have had to alter their worship patterns significantly.

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First Baptist Orlando to Completely Pay for Controversial Pastors Conference

Stephanie Martin - February 18, 2020

“The 2020 SBC Pastors Conference is in no way being sponsored, controlled, or paid for by the SBC, even though its purpose is still to bless and encourage SBC pastors and wives,” says First Baptist Orlando.

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