HomeChristian News

Christian News

‘The Chosen’ Offers First Look at New Scene From Season 4 As Filming Wraps

Jessica Lea - July 26, 2023

The team behind “The Chosen,” the hit series based on the life of Jesus, is offering a first look at a new scene from Season 4 in celebration of wrapping this round of filming. The show recently ranked third on Prime Video’s most watched TV shows.

Christian News

‘I Don’t Pray for Revival, I Pray for Repentance’—Nick Vujicic Speaks Against the ‘Delusional’ American Church

Janna Firestone - July 26, 2023

Evangelist Nick Vujicic is known for his bold messages of perseverance as he shares his own story of life without limbs. Vujicic has recently turned his focus to the American church, and he called for change.

Christian News

LA Pastor Praises Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson for Surprise Visit, Donations to Expectant Mother

Dale Chamberlain - July 26, 2023

An LA pastor is praising Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson for his donation to a church-run organization that fights homelessness, hunger, poverty, addiction, domestic violence, and human trafficking.

Christian News

In New Book, Russell Moore Urges Evangelicals To Stop Lying and Come Back to Jesus

Bob Smietana - July 26, 2023

Once a rising star among Southern Baptists, Moore lost his job after criticizing Donald Trump and standing by abuse survivors.

Christian News

Emmett Till Memorialized in Monument That Includes Chicago Church

Adelle M Banks - July 26, 2023

‘At a time when there are those who seek to ban books, bury history, we're making it clear — crystal, crystal clear,’ said President Joe Biden.

Christian News

Synod Raises Hopes for Long-Sought Recognition of Women in the Catholic Church

Claire Giangrave - July 26, 2023

Called to examine power structures in the Catholic Church, the Synod on Synodality will grapple in large part with the role of women.

Christian News

Christian Influencers Say ‘Shiny Happy People’ Producers Lied About Docuseries

Jessica Lea - July 25, 2023

Paul and Morgan Olliges, Christian influencers who appeared in the docuseries “Shiny Happy People: Duggar Family Secrets,” say the producers lied to them about how they would be portrayed in the show.

Christian News

NBA Player Adrian Griffin Jr. Tells of God’s Deliverance After Nephew’s Death

Stephanie Martin - July 25, 2023

Following the sudden death of 2-year-old Jayce Griffin on July 22, members of his family gathered the next day to pray in a Champaign, Illinois, church. Jayce was the nephew of Atlanta Hawks basketball player Adrian Griffin Jr., who shared his testimony during the service.

Christian News

Retired Pastor, 83, Arrested After Confessing to 1975 Murder of 8-Year-Old Girl

Dale Chamberlain - July 25, 2023

Nearly five decades after the murder of 8-year-old Gretchen Harrington, a retired pastor has confessed to the crime and has been arrested.

Christian News

Christian Singer Tori Kelly Rushed to the Hospital Due to Blood Clots Near Vital Organs

Jesse T. Jackson - July 25, 2023

According to multiple reports, Christian singer Tori Kelly was rushed to the hospital Sunday night after she collapsed while out with friends.

Christian News

Churchgoers Less Familiar Than Pastors With Deconstruction, More Likely To See It in Their Pews

Marissa Postell Sullivan - July 25, 2023

More than 1 in 3 churchgoers who have heard of deconstruction have seen it play out among church attendees in their congregations.

Christian News

Christian Charged With Blasphemy Under Pakistan’s Terrorism Law

Morning Star News - July 25, 2023

A judge is allowing a Catholic to be charged with blasphemy under Pakistan’s anti-terrorism law, which his attorney said is “illegal and illogical.”

Christian News

In Targeting Catholic Charities, Republicans Amplify Right-Wing Catholic Fringe

Jack Jenkins - July 25, 2023

On Capitol Hill, a handful of Republican lawmakers are threatening to reduce or eliminate funding for Catholic Charities and other faith-based groups who offer aid to immigrants at the Southern border.

Christian News

Does ‘Barbie’ Push an ‘LGBTQ Agenda’? Not Really

Jessica Lea - July 24, 2023

Despite the alarms sounded by some conservative media outlets, the new “Barbie” movie, which released on July 21, does not contain any LGBTQ storylines, nor does it have any overtly queer characters. The movie does have a heavy-handed message, however, about the power dynamics between men and women.

Christian News

‘I Barely Touched the Lady’—James MacDonald Addresses Assault Charges in Recent Interview

Jesse T. Jackson - July 24, 2023

In an interview published last week, former megachurch pastor James MacDonald discussed his arrest in California earlier this year for allegedly assaulting a 59-year-old woman during a traffic altercation.

Christian News

Dr. Derwin Gray Condemns Slavery as ‘Evil’ With Regard to New Florida Standards

Stephanie Martin - July 24, 2023

Among the critics of the newly revised Florida standards for teaching African American history is Dr. Derwin Gray, founding and lead pastor of Transformation Church near Charlotte, North Carolina.

Christian News

‘You Gave Him to Us, and I Give Him Back to You’—Greg Laurie Grieves Loss of His Son, Christopher Laurie, 15 Years Ago

Janna Firestone - July 24, 2023

Christopher Laurie, son of Greg and Cathe Laurie, was killed in a car accident in 2008. After 15 years, Greg Laurie continues to live in the tension of grief and hope.

Christian News

‘I’ve Made America Great’—Trump Responds to Question About His Faith Journey

Dale Chamberlain - July 24, 2023

Former president Donald Trump was recently asked about how his presidency impacted his faith journey. His response was notably circuitous, leaving voters with a less than clear picture of his personal faith.

Christian News

After Troubled Decade, Kenya Methodists Elect New Presiding Bishop

Fredrick Nzwili - July 24, 2023

After forcing out their leader three months ago, the Methodist Church in Kenya elected a new presiding bishop on Thursday (July 20), raising hopes for a denomination that has faced the threat of schism due to bitter disagreements within its leadership.

Christian News

Frederick D. Haynes III on Succeeding Jesse Jackson, Marching and ‘Woke Preaching’

Adelle M Banks - July 24, 2023

Frederick D. Haynes III, who has led a Black megachurch in Dallas for 40 years, has just been chosen to take the place of Jesse Jackson, who was president of Rainbow PUSH Coalition for more than five decades.

1...565758...383 Page 57 of 383

Latest News

Christian News

‘Understanding Precedes Refutation’—Preston Sprinkle’s Exiles in Babylon Conference Is Curious

Dale Chamberlain - April 25, 2024

The Exiles in Babylon conference, which is an outgrowth of Preston Sprinkle's “Theology in the Raw” podcast, “aims to help believers think Christianly about theological and cultural issues by engaging in curious conversations with a diverse range of thoughtful people.”

Kirk Franklin’s Performance at Faith Festival in Jamaica Disappoints Christian CEO,...

Christian News April 25, 2024

Sean Feucht Eric Metaxas Russell Johnson Columbia University

Sean Feucht, Eric Metaxas, and Russell Johnson Set To Lead ‘United...

Christian News April 24, 2024

‘It’s Disgusting. It’s Blasphemous.’—North Carolina Pastor Calls Out the ‘God Bless...

Christian News April 24, 2024

New Podcasts

Podcast

Steve Robinson: How To Create a Culture of Service in Your...

Jessica Lea - April 24, 2024

Steve Robinson joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to talk about how church leaders can foster a culture of serving in their churches, raise up new leaders, and help people discover their giftings.

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

Podcast April 17, 2024

David Ashcraft on the Surprising, ‘Deep Emotions’ He Felt Stepping Down...

Podcast April 10, 2024

John Jenkins: Every Pastor Should Have a Pastor

Podcast April 3, 2024

Christian News

Church leaders need insights into timely and relevant Christian news to enable them to advance the gospel of Jesus in these challenging times. churchleaders.com is dedicated to providing resources and information for every church pastor. If you serve on a church staff as a senior pastor, executive pastor, teaching pastor, or any other pastoral role, you’ll find must-have pastoral and connections to a community of church leaders for greater Kingdom impact worldwide.

Christian News

Leading your church is not only about preaching and teaching, but it is also about your relationship with Jesus. You will also find christian news, inspiration, encouragement, and help to keep your relationship with God strong and vibrant.