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Norway's Christians back Bodnariu family
The five children of Marius and Ruth Bodnariu were removed last November in a case that stirred outrage around the world.

Ronaldo's sister compares Euro 2016 injury to Christ's suffering on the Cross
The sister of Portugal football star Cristiano Ronaldo has compared his suffering from an injury during the Euro 2016 football final to the sacrifice of Jesus Christ on the Cross.

Negative views of Muslims increasing throughout Europe
Views of Muslims in countries in Europe are least negative in the UK and most negative in eastern and southern countries, according to new research. However, unfavourable views of Muslims are on the rise throughout Europe, including in the UK.

Bishop proposes massive cuts to Catholic church in Manchester
Nearly a third of Catholic churches in one diocese face the axe under a radical restructuring due to declining attendance and a shortage of priests.

Calls to prayer as Russia's evangelicals face draconian restrictions
Draconian religious freedom laws due to be introduced next week in Russia have prompted prayers for the country's evangelical Christians.

Jeb Bush blames Pope Francis for rise of Trump
"I don't think he understood he was intervening in our political affairs," said Bush.

Anglican Church in Canada narrowly rejects same-sex marriage
A new split in the worldwide Anglican Communion was narrowly averted last night when clergy in Canada succeeded in preventing their church moving towards same-sex marriage.

Pastor Mark Driscoll finds home for his new Trinity Church in Phoenix suburb
Former Mars Hill Pastor Mark Driscoll is going full speed ahead with the improvements of his new church, The Trinity Church, since he has just purchased a permanent home for it.

Pastor Paula White talks about Donald Trump's Christianity: 'God is the only one who knows the heart of a man'
Pastor Paula White from the New Destiny Christian Center in Apopka, Florida is one of Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump's biggest supporters, and the televangelist has often defended Trump's Christianity among naysayers.

Why the thrill of dangerous stunts isn't worth it: Are you living and dying for Jesus?
The Bible makes it clear that no matter what we attain in life, no matter what we pursue, if it's not for Christ, it's not worth it.

The righteous shall live by faith: 3 simple truths why the Christian life is lived on faith alone
The life of a Christian can only be lived on faith alone and nothing else.

How you can stop your enemy from intimidating you
We must be willing to face any intimidating attack, knowing that Christ has already overcome, and we are empowered to win it as well.

High stakes legal ruling looms in South China Sea dispute
China has boycotted the hearings at the Permanent Court of Arbitration, saying it does not have jurisdiction to decide on the matter.

How to deal with a neighbour who loves to encroach upon your rights and privileges
Living as a Christian doesn't mean being a pushover.

3 reasons why it's good to visit wakes and funerals
"Better to spend your time at funerals than at parties. After all, everyone diesâ so the living should take this to heart."

5 Bible figures aside from Jesus that serve as good role models for us to follow
The Bible presents to us many characters to emulate and learn from. And while the best person to desire to be like is the Lord Jesus Christ Himself, there are other Bible figures that we can use as our role models.