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17 Christians Killed by Militants in Nigeria’s Southern Kaduna

In the most recent attack, the militants came at night using sophisticated weapons. A local ICC staffer reviewed pictures of 14 lifeless victims on the ground in Ungwan Wakili.

For United Methodists’ Top Court, 2024 Is the New 2020

An annual conference in the United States still can’t just up and leave the United Methodist Church. The United Methodists' top court ruled again on that question in a decision released last week (March 7).

Since the 1880S, Southern Baptists Have Argued Over the Role of Women

At the SBC’s meeting this summer, delegates may debate a constitutional amendment to limit women leaders. It wouldn’t be the first time.

‘Legends’ — Brian Houston Expresses Gratitude for Joel Osteen and Steven Furtick

Brian Houston, Hillsong Church’s founder and former global senior pastor, recently took to Instagram to praise Lakewood Church’s Joel Osteen and Elevation Church’s Steven Furtick as "legends."

‘God Is on the Move’—Michael W. Smith Believes Revival Is Breaking Out

Christian musician Michael W. Smith believes revival is happening around the world after seeing what God has been doing during his recent trip to Vietnam.

Zeus vs. Jesus: Tweet Calling Jesus a ‘Fake’ God Highlights His Revolutionary Message

A tweet contrasting Jesus with the Greek god Zeus has highlighted the revolutionary nature of Jesus' message. The tweet, from the account “The Hellenist,” praises the virtues of Zeus over the “fake” god Jesus and has drawn criticism from Christians and non-Christians alike. 

After Seeking Shelter in Church, Murder Suspect Receives Prayer From Arresting Deputy

John Skeen, a man suspected of murder, was arrested while seeking shelter in a church service on Sunday—but not before the arresting officer prayed for him.

Only Half of Pastors ‘Very Satisfied’ With Their Jobs: Barna

A new study conducted by Barna Group has found that only 52% of pastors are “very satisfied” in their job, down from 72% in 2015.