Douglas Emhoff, the Jewish husband of U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris whom the Biden administration often tasks with representing it at Jewish events, is being mocked on social media for a post ...
Read More »REVIEW: ‘Prince of Egypt: The Musical’ movie
When people make lists of the best faith-based films of all time, particularly from my generation, they almost always include Dreamworks’s animated film “The Prince of Egypt.” A feature animated film based ...
Read More »Global Christian Relief: Chinese church not in decline
Contrary to a recent report, the number of Christians in China is not declining, despite a government crackdown, the leader of Global Christian Relief said. “A recent Pew Research Report measuring religion ...
Read More »Episcopal Diocese of Missouri proactively inspects all 41 churches in state
Missouri is home to several historic Episcopal churches, and some of them are starting to show their age. “The biggest challenge facing most of our congregations, both now and in the future, ...
Read More »Christians urged to pray for Israel during Hanukkah
Hanukkah runs Dec. 7 through the evening of Dec. 15. The Genesis 123 Foundation is asking Christians around the world to pause and pray for Israel. “At these unique and abnormal times, ...
Read More »Digital global missions empower local churches
The Influence Lab is changing how the church looks at missions in today’s digital age. Investing in digital missions can significantly expand a local church’s reach and impact in a multitude of ...
Read More »Streaming service will focus on the hope and heart of Christmas this season
The hope and heart of Christmas is the theme of this year’s holiday lineup on the faith-based network Great American Pure Flix. “This is the most wonderful time of the year and ...
Read More »The ‘Hamas of Hanukkah’ is theme of local Messianic synagogue festivities
Hanukkah, also known as the Festival of Lights, is set to begin soon. Celebrated by Jews, the Messianic community and also many Christians, it traditionally includes skits with a touch of humor ...
Read More »Ministry and music propels the Gospel in Cuba
MATANZAS, Cuba — Church members in this port city overlooking the Bay of Matanzas sang “Glory, Glory Hallelujah” on a recent Sunday as they celebrated the baptisms of five new Christians. Afterward, about ...
Read More »8 thoughts on being genuine friends with unbelievers
As a young believer, I learned from older believers that we were supposed to evangelize lost people—but do so from a distance so you’re not stained by the relationship. I understand that ...
Read More »National Geographic film “The Mission” tells story of murdered missionary
“The Mission,” a new documentary film from National Geographic, shares the story of John Chau, a 26-year-old missionary who was killed by the Sentinelese tribe after he traveled to North Sentinel Island, ...
Read More »On Giving Tuesday, U.S. Christians donate generously to charities
As Americans share with others on this Giving Tuesday, Christians once again are among the most charitable people. “It won’t come as a surprise that people who are invested in their Christian ...
Read More »Kirk Cameron shares message of love in new children’s book
At a time of rising hate, actor and author Kirk Cameron is sharing a message of love with young readers. “The Fox, the Fair and the Invention Scare,” released this week by ...
Read More »The miraculous connection of Hanukkah to Christmas
I grew up a nice Jewish boy in Brooklyn, New York. When December arrived it brought some interesting challenges. Why? My family owned a toy store! I knew little about Christmas, but ...
Read More »C.J. Stroud’s faith brought him from rough background to NFL stardom
Quarterback C.J. Stroud of the Houston Texans not only is running away with the NFL rookie of the year award but also is being mentioned as a potential most valuable player. Stroud, ...
Read More »“Mother of Thanksgiving” inspired Abraham Lincoln to declare national holiday
As Americans eat turkey and watch football today, they can thank Sarah Josepha Hale, who is considered the mother of the modern Thanksgiving celebration. In 1864, the Newport, N.H., native was editor ...
Read More »Kids find Christ through the expanding ministry of YFC
“We pursue kids where they are, instead of expecting them to come to us,” says the CEO of Youth for Christ, Jacob Bland. “Together, through trusted relationships, we point them to Jesus, ...
Read More »“Gotta Serve Somebody”: Bob Dylan’s spiritual journey continues to unfold
Bob Dylan rocked the music world in 1979 when he released the iconic album “Slow Train Coming.” The singer who was the voice of his generation was writing about overt Christian themes, ...
Read More »RJ Thesman: Helping Caregivers Through the Holiday Season
When a disastrous fire thrust RJ Thesman’s father into trauma-induced dementia, she and her family began to learn firsthand about what’s involved in caregiving. While RJ’s mother, a nurse, was sure she ...
Read More »Survey reveals stunning fact about Bible reading
Only 9 percent of Americans read their Bibles daily, one-fourth open the scriptures once a week and 38 percent never use them, an American Bible Society survey found. That same study found ...
Read More »Former Muslim, then atheist, finds Christ
Ayaan Hirsi Ali, a former Muslim-turned sharp critic of Islam and then vocal atheist, has gone through a new conversion — revealing that she’s now a Christian. “I still have a great ...
Read More »Massive DC rally for Israel unites Republicans, Democrats
Leaders across the political spectrum joined in support of Israel during a Tuesday rally in Washington, D.C. Marc Thiessen, a former chief speechwriter for President George W. Bush, and Philippe Reines, a ...
Read More »Former Kansas City Star religion editor Helen Gray dies at 81
Helen T. Gray, the longtime religion editor of the “Kansas City Star,” died on Saturday at age 81. When she was hired in 1965, Gray was paper’s second black reporter and its ...
Read More »“Max Lucado’s Because of Bethlehem” coming to theaters in early December
Although it is still early November, the calendar of family Christmas activities already is beginning to fill up. Bestselling author and pastor Max Lucado will share the Christmas story in “Max Lucado’s ...
Read More »For King & Country on the power of Christian music
While Christmas remains a Christian holiday and a powerful public statement of the faith, it has also transcended its religious roots to become a cultural phenomenon. Including its music. And though some ...
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