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Stop badging us by our religion, Chaldean patriarch tells Iraqi government
The Iraqi government should end the practice of including citizens' religion on their identity cards, according to the Patriarch of the Chaldean Church in Iraq, Louis Raphael Sako.
How can you be sure that you're saved?
You've accepted God as your savior. You're faithful and you trust Him with all your heart. And yet, somewhere inside you, you doubt if you're truly saved. In times when you doubt yourself, lean on these verses.
Does it matter whether Christians bury or cremate the dead?
When a loved one dies, there is always that decision to make whether the deceased's body should be buried or cremated. However, as a Christian, should one hold any preference over the other?
Egypt military court hands down death sentences to 36 people in connection with church bombings
An Egyptian military court sentenced 36 people to death on Tuesday in connection with suicide attacks on churches in Alexandria and Tanta in April 2017.
Jesus was 'the first exorcist,' says priest who specializes in exorcisms
This April, Father Cesar Truqui will train new sets of priests in performing exorcisms at the Vatican.
5 Bible verses to keep you grounded when you're becoming selfish
Sometimes, we feel like if we worked hard for something, that we have the right to be selfish about it. Or if we believe someone doesn't deserve it, we don't share with them. If you're starting to doubt yourself if you're becoming selfish recently, take a look at these bible verses to keep you grounded.
Less than a fortnight to go: The Rapture is due on April 23
If ever there were a good time to max out the credit cards on a really comprehensive bucket list, it's got to be now: if you're really determined, you can cram a lot of living into a fortnight.
New poll shows decline in church attendance among American Catholics
The number of American Catholics attending weekly services has dropped significantly in the past decade, a recent poll has found.
Pope insists devil is real following controversy over his alleged denial of hell's existence
Pope Francis has stressed in a recent document that the devil is a real "personal being who assails us," just weeks after he drew controversy for allegedly telling a journalist that hell does not exist.
5 Bible verses on healing
You can't go through life without experiencing pain. We must always remember that Christ is the ultimate healer; He can heal us in ways no one can. Take a look at these scriptures and find encouragement to always ask God for healing.
South African archbishop reveals how he escaped death in apartheid era
The archbishop of Cape Town has spoken of the time he narrowly escaped death at the hands of South Africa's police during the country's apartheid years in a video interview with the archbishop of Canterbury.
Steve Chalke: Heaven is not just for Christians
Heaven cannot just be for Christians, a prominent church leader has said, suggesting that if only Christians had enteral life then salvation would be a 'geographical lottery'.
Archbishop of Canterbury: Journalists are 'indispensable' to modern Britain
The archbishop of Canterbury has said 'there is nothing more important' than a free press holding people to account.
Bill Hybels resigns from Willow Creek after misconduct allegations
Willow Creek founder Bill Hybels has stepped down from his position following allegations of inappropriate behaviour with women over several decades.
Vietnam hands down lengthy prison sentences to Christan human rights lawyer and five activists
A Christian human rights lawyer and five pro-Democracy activists received lengthy prison sentences in Vietnam for alleged activities against the state.
Quebec bishops considering ordination of married men into priesthood
Catholic priests have to maintain a vow of celibacy hence they are not permitted to marry.