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Max Lucado gets tattoo at age 70 as a thanks to God's grace
"I was a 20-year old scoundrel, a bum, a train off the tracks."
Americans are swapping organized religion for personal truth - study
While respected Christian researchers like George Barna have been sounding the alarm on the dangers of syncretism to a biblical worldview in recent years, a new study published Monday suggests more Americans are leaving organized religion in search of personalized faith perspectives that embrace syncretism — a fusion of different religions.
US warns UK over free speech, citing pro-lifer's prosecution
The US state department has issued a statement saying it is "concerned about freedom of expression in the United Kingdom" and that it is "monitoring" the case of a pro-life woman prosecuted for holding a sign offering help within an abortion clinic "buffer zone".
Astronaut says faith in Jesus sustained him through 9 months stranded in space
NASA astronaut Butch Wilmore, who was trapped aboard the International Space Station for 9 months with fellow astronaut, Suni Williams, is attributing his endurance during the mission to one thing above all - his faith in Jesus Christ.
Faith leaders pray for Trump
Faith leaders have gathered to pray for President Trump, but not everyone is happy.
Homeless man charged with terrorism after 'fake' attack threat against Joel Osteen's Lakewood Church
A homeless man alleged to have threatened a deadly gas attack on Joel Osteen's Lakewood Church in Houston, Texas, on Christmas Eve has been indicted on a federal terrorism charge.
US religious groups challenge new immigrant enforcement policies
A United States Federal Judge has granted an injunction that will prevent immigration agents from carrying out operations in places of worship after a group of religious organisations launched a lawsuit against the Trump administration over new enforcement policies.
Gateway Church founder Robert Morris charged with child sex abuse
Robert Morris, founding pastor of Gateway Church in Southlake, Texas, was indicted on five counts of lewd or indecent acts with a child by a multi-county grand jury in Oklahoma on Wednesday. The indictment stems from allegations made by Cindy Clemishire last June that he sexually abused her over multiple years in the 1980s, beginning when she was 12.
'I’m on the last lap,' says evangelical stalwart John MacArthur
Pastor John MacArthur, who appeared frail, delivered a video message to the Shepherds Conference, expressing gratitude for ongoing support, while acknowledging that he is on his “last lap” as he continues to recover after seven weeks in the hospital.
TD Jakes denies claims he 'harbored carnal desires' for men in defense of defamation lawsuit
Megachurch Pastor TD Jakes has formally denied allegations he sexually assaulted former pastor Duane Youngblood when he was a teenager or his older brother, Pastor Richard Edwin Youngblood, in a legal response to a motion seeking to dismiss a defamation lawsuit against his accusers.
Rick Warren apologises for suggesting Jesus was a centrist
Pastor Rick Warren has been criticised after apparently suggesting that Jesus Christ was a political centrist.
Hillsong Church loses another US campus as San Francisco location separates
The number of Hillsong Church campuses in America has now fallen to just five after leaders in the global Australia-based megachurch announced Sunday that Hillsong San Francisco â led by pastors Brenden and Jacqui Brown â is separating from the Hillsong brand and will be independently run under a new name.
Majority of US teens 'motivated' to know about Jesus
A new survey has suggested that the vast majority of American teens have at least a passing interest in knowing more about Jesus.
When is 'aid' not Christian?
The USAID controversy has sparked a fierce debate over government funding of abortions, controversial LGBT activities and even promotion of atheism in the poorest countries of the world.
Independent investigation into IHOPKC's Mike Bickle publishes findings
International House of Prayer Kansas City's disgraced founder Mike Bickle used predatory tactics and spiritual manipulation to sexually abuse at least 17 females, including minors, according to the findings of an independent investigative report. One victim claims she was so gaslit by Bickle he made her read Psalm 51 after sexual encounters.
Why Trump has delighted pro-lifers across the world: the President's rapid series of measures to limit abortion
Pro-life groups across the world have been celebrating during the first days of the second presidency of Donald Trump after a number of significant victories to the cause of the unborn in the US.