At “91 and a half,” Joanne Rogers remains a devoted advocate for the legacy of her late husband, the iconic star of the long-running children’s show “Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood.” Fred Rogers’ widow ...
Read More »Bible stories – What happens when we refuse to thank God?
The Bible is my favorite book. I love to read it and hear it read. It is filled with compelling stories. One in particular is about a man who had been born ...
Read More »Religious Freedom Index takes pulse of Americans on church-state issues
The proper role of faith in a pluralistic society has long been debated and always comes up in conversation as a presidential election approaches. The Becket Fund for Religious Liberty recently conducted ...
Read More »Radio Christmas music kicks off this week
More people are exposed to the Gospel during the Christmas season than any other time of year. But you’d be surprised to know how–Christmas music on the radio. While some complain the ...
Read More »Saved from a path of self-destruction
Marcia Link can trace the steps she took on a walk of self-destruction. It began after her son, born with cerebral palsy, died at age 9. “I felt like I had lost ...
Read More »Star University of Alabama quarterback keeps trusting God after season-ending injury
Quarterback Tua Tagovailoa of the University of Alabama entered this season as a favorite for the Heisman Trophy and a projected top pick in next spring’s NFL draft. A season-ending injury in ...
Read More »FCA leaders say commitment to Bible remains its focus as ministry celebrates 65th anniversary
The Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA), which is based in Kansas City, is celebrating its 65th anniversary this month. Shane Williamson, the ministry’s president and CEO, reflected on the milestone. “One of the ...
Read More »Former Chiefs quarterback Nick Foles puts God first through highs and lows of career
Nick Foles, a former backup quarterback for the Kansas City Chiefs, went on to win a Super Bowl with the Philadelphia Eagles and then sign a lucrative free-agent contract with the Jacksonville ...
Read More »Pastor Francis Chan will move to Asia, challenges other Christians
Francis Chan, the popular author and pastor, is stepping out of his comfort zone. He recently announced plans to relocated to Asia as a missionary in February. He challenged other Christians to ...
Read More »Child Evangelism Fellowship offers training sessions for Christmas Party Clubs
There is no better time to be a child than at Christmas. And there is no better gift than helping a child learn about the true meaning of the holiday. Child Evangelism ...
Read More »Son of ‘Bible Answer Man’ Hanegraaff says truth matters, but life matters more
Hank Hanegraaff, “The Bible Answer Man” on Christian radio, several years ago made the decision to convert to Eastern Orthodoxy. Many evangelicals were puzzled by his decision, and several stations and networks ...
Read More »Frankie Killmer lived a brutal life, then he was redeemed
It’s no surprise that Frankie Killmer had a dysfunctional childhood. An older female relative in the family home tried to drown him, twice. After being placed in the care of a male ...
Read More »Dolly Parton: My life purpose is to ‘do something for God’
Dolly Parton can still remember the moment she discovered her God-given purpose. During a sit-down interview with Christian media outlets last month, the country music legend and cultural icon recalled how, as ...
Read More »Sarah Palin discusses pending divorce in interview with James Dobson
Sarah Palin, former vice-presidential candidate and governor of Alaska, found out that her husband was seeking a divorce when she received an email from an attorney. Palin discussed her ongoing situation with ...
Read More »Founder’s son-in-law speaks out on why he left Church of Scientology
The Church of Scientology recently increased its profile in the midwest by relocating to a historic building at Kansas City’s 18th Street and Grand Blvd. Now a former leader is speaking out ...
Read More »Branson is the perfect place to blend two Christmas family traditions
Traditions are fantastic opportunities for families to grow together and bond with common experiences. Enjoying and creating them becomes even more meaningful when two people combine those traditions in a marriage. My ...
Read More »The believer behind the charm of Brookside and Kansas City’s largest Bible study
Did you know Kansas City’s Brookside neighborhood is Christian? At least, its houses are. Baptist, to be precise. Behind the magical peaked roofs and Tudor-style European designs, their architect was a strong ...
Read More »Cameron, Mo., football coach under fire for prayers at games
Another football team is under scrutiny for its coach-led prayers. The Freedom From Religion Foundation (FFRF) said it received a complaint from someone in the Cameron, Mo., community concerning the alleged actions ...
Read More »Neighborly Faith movement seeks to build bridges between evangelicals and Muslims
Evangelical Christians should focus on being friends with Muslims before attempting to evangelize them, according to speakers at recent conference at Wheaton College. “Muslims are not a mission or a project that ...
Read More »Leading pastors join Open Doors in prayer for persecuted church
Open Doors ministry has launched a major prayer campaign for the persecuted church featuring more than 20 of America’s most influential pastors, teachers and ministry leaders. Each leader appears on video offering ...
Read More »Sexuality issues again dominate agenda at recent United Methodist Church Judicial Council meeting
Sexuality seems to be the one topic that never goes away for the United Methodist Church. Earlier this year, the church’s top court upheld much of the Traditional Plan, strengthening the denomination’s ...
Read More »Slugs and bugs and kids and faith
Two new books have been released in the popular Christian children’s series Slugs & Bugs. “The Society of Extraordinary Raccoon Society” and “The Society of Extraordinary Raccoon Society on Boasting,” are the latest creations ...
Read More »YouTube is how millions are seeing The Bible Project videos, and it’s amazing
Millions of people worldwide are being reached by an animated video called The Bible Project. The success to promote it to such a wide extent through the support of crowdfunding and its viral ...
Read More »Harriet Tubman embraced faith, not fear, to free slaves
Harriet Tubman is remembered for her role in establishing the Underground Railroad and helping slaves find freedom. What is less well known is how she was motivated by her strong faith. That ...
Read More »Former high school football coach continues fight for freedom to pray
A former football coach in Bremerton, Wash., who was suspended in 2015 because of public prayer, is continuing to fight for his right to combine faith with football. “At the beginning. it ...
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