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MercyMe’s Bart Millard reveals complex emotions of watching ‘I Can Only Imagine’

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Seeing his family’s life portrayed the first time on the big screen – warts and all – was “odd” for MercyMe’s Bart Millard but, perhaps surprisingly, not too difficult. The story of ...

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How to grow children of character

There are few things in life that a Christian parent hopes for more than to pass on to their children the same principles and character values they live by. Character doesn’t just ...

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From pro-wrestler to neo-nazi to Christ follower

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A one-time professional wrestler turned neo-Nazi leader grappled with God and found Christ’s forgiveness. Keith “Duke” Schneider, a.k.a. ‘Pitbull,’ excelled as a professional wrestler, taking on some of his toughest competitors without ...

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African tribe dances for joy after getting Bible in own language

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The Tembo people are literally dancing for joy after finally receiving the Bible in their native tongue thanks to a 21-year effort  by Wycliffe Bible Translators. It was a dangerous undertaking. This ...

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Murdered police officer never shy about sharing his faith

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A Milwaukee police officer known for his unashamed vow of faith as he ministered to countless others is being remembered. Michael Michalski was shot and killed in the line of duty Wednesday. ...

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After line-drive to the head, Cardinals pitcher’s credits God for incredible comeback

St. Louis Cardinals pitcher Daniel Poncedeleon made an incredible Major League Baseball debut Monday night, one year after being struck in the head with a potentially career-ending – even life-threatening – line-drive ...

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For $50K you could own a Bible that went to the Moon

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For the collector who has almost everything, there’s a chance this week to claim ownership of a Bible that literally was out of this world. It went to the moon! A Los ...

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Moved from Turkish prison, American pastor may be near release

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Behind the scenes negotiations by President Trump with his Turkish counterpart may have payed off as American Pastor Andrew Brunson has been moved out of prison and put under house arrest in ...

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Soldiers singing ‘Amazing Grace’ will give you goosebumps

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With so much junk available to view online, a refreshing change is offered in a video of soldiers singing a soulful rendition of “Amazing Grace” is attracting millions of views online. The ...

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When hubby attends church, couples report more happiness

A recently released study suggests that couples who attend church together regularly have a higher level of relationship satisfaction than couples who do not. The study, Better Together: Religious Attendance, Gender and Relationship ...

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Is inviting people to church old-fashioned?

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Americans are still inviting their friends to church. Nearly two-thirds of churchgoers say they’ve invited at least one person to visit their church in the past six months, according to a new study. ...

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Franklin Graham’s bus ads for crusade banned

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Rev. Franklin Graham, the son of the late evangelist Billy Graham, has come up against some fierce opposition as he attempts to organize a gospel crusade in the northern British town of ...

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7 reasons to enjoy guilt-free rest on Sundays

Recently, my wife and I were at a Catholic thrift store we frequent, and posted prominently by the entrance was a large sign announcing that beginning in January, the store would now ...

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Christians working to save disabled Kenyan children left outside to be eaten by animals

With disabled children being abandoned and left to be eaten by wild animals by their own parents in Kenya, a Christian ministry has taken them under its care and is stressing that everyone is ...

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Navy chaplains keep faith afloat at sea

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US Navy top brass say chaplains play an intricate role in keeping the military ready for battle. “It’s one of the most rewarding, unique, diversified, multi-faceted ministries you could ever imagine,” said Navy ...

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Conference Friday will encourage the church to train members to share faith

Are there “optional” things in the Christian life? Are church attendance, Bible studies, tithing, giving to charity all optional as in a “pick-and-choose” your committment? As it turns out, many Christians say ...

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Here’s how Christians are sharing the Gospel with Russians during the World Cup

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The FIFA World Cup finals take place every four years and attract a television audience of over a billion. They also draw hundreds of thousands of fans from all over the world ...

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Pastor released as church interpreter is murdered

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A prominent pastor who was kidnapped by paramilitaries in the Nicaraguan city of Leon has been released. Pastor Roberto Carlos Figueroa was kidnapped June 30 after he filed a defamation complaint with the Nicaraguan ...

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JUST A MINUTE with the Country Parson

  Howdy, my friends.  The other day, I saw a picture of two boys sitting in a small wagon that is tied behind a horse with a long rope.  The boys were ...

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3 surprising reasons science isn’t done with God

The belief that science has an answer for everything seems universal. Often alongside it is the notion that God is therefore redundant and that believing in him is reminiscent of believing in ...

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Creative worship techniques drawing the young, but some say it’s going to far

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At Embassy Church International worship isn’t just hand clapping, solemn hymns and shouts of praise anymore. In the last five years, traditional liturgy has evolved into multisensory events where fog, concert lights, ...

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Amy Grant shares her story as caregiver for aging parents

Last week Amy Grant again found herself facing what many face–losing a parent for whom you were a caregiver. Dr. Burton Grant died Saturday at the age of 86 after an extended ...

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Iwo Jima and Woody: honoring those that served

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They’ve been called the greatest generation. But Woody Williams, a 94-year-old WWII veteran, a recipient of the Purple Heart, and the Congressional Medal of Honor, doesn’t consider himself as great, or heroic ...

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Jim Bakker says God gave him insight on end times

Televangelist Jim Bakker, who now lives in Branson, Missouri and from where he broadcasts his live TV show, has claimed that God spoke to him about current events and the End Times. ...

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Poll shows social media being used to share faith, plus tips for when you do

Are Christians using social media to reach neighbors, friends and family as effectively as they can? A new study shows just three in 10 Christians have shared their faith with non-believing friends ...

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