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Mark Driscoll announces new church opening date
Driscoll has been leading a congregation at the former Glass and Garden Church in Scottsdale, Arizona, over the last few weeks.

Christian grandson of Hamas co-founder wins sanctuary in America
The Christian grandson of the founder of Hamas has won sanctuary in the United States, after Canada threatened to deport him to the West Bank, according to VICE news.

Concerned wives play important role in keeping husbands healthy: scientists link it to lower risk of developing diabetes
Husbands, don't feel too annoyed if your wife prods you about your health as studies have found a link with lower rates of diabetes.

Who was Justin Martyr? The second-century saint tortured and beheaded for his faith
Justin did crucial work in defending the faith against its attackers and developed some fascinating ideas about how ancient philosophers like Plato and Aristotle anticipated Christianity.

Are you taking the Lord's name in vain without even realising it?â
There is power in the name of Jesus Christ, and it should not be taken in vain. If we truly understood and experienced the power that lies behind the name of Jesus, we would respond in reverence, devotion and faith, but we know so well that this is not always the case.

Why does hell exists? Pastor John Piper explains why God created the evil place
Why does hell exist? Theologian John Piper, founder of DesiringGod.org, says the evil place exists because some people commit the ultimate sin of choosing something else over God.

Nigeria: Christian man killed for 'blasphemy' as religious violence grows
A Nigerian Christian was murdered after he allegedly made blasphemous comments about the Prophet Mohammed.

Iran: Christian prisoner on hunger strike in serious medical condition
An Iranian Christian prisoner has gone on hunger strike as authorities continue to refuse her essential medical care.

Natalie Grant urges people who never felt a father's love to remind themselves: 'I am a child of God. I am His and He is mine'
Christian singer Natalie Grant cannot help but feel grateful for her family because of how much her husband Bernie Herms loves his three daughters and how much they love him in return.

Pastors, Christian artists write touching tributes to TBN co-founder Jan Crouch, 78
Jan Crouch, co-founder of the Trinity Broadcasting Network, passed away at the age of 78 after suffering from a massive stroke last week.
North Korea backs Donald Trump for President
Donald Trump has received an unusual endorsement from North Korea, which on Tuesday hailed the New York billionaire as a "wise politician" and the right choice over "thick-headed Hillary" for US voters in November.

Mexico: Church pastor stabbed in suspected religiously motivated attack
A prominent church leader has been stabbed in Tijuana, Mexico, sparking fears of rising religious intolerance, according to Christian Solidarity Worldwide (CSW).

Syrian Christians march for peace on International Children's Day
Pope Francis has called on Christians around the world to join a special prayer event for the millions of Syrian children who have been killed, displaced or orphaned by the country's brutal civil war.

How to beat porn and other vices, according to Jesus
David Baker explores Jesus' teaching on sin.

Hillsong Church launches 'life-changing' new 24/7 TV channel
Hillsong Church has launched a 24-hour global television channel combining worship, Bible teaching and conferences.

Fallout from Christian university sexual violence scandal continues
The scandal focuses on the behaviour of members of the university's successful football team, which has been credited with raising its profile in recent years.