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Duggar news: Anna still distrustful of Josh, won't let him use smartphone, source says
Josh and Anna Duggar from the former TLC reality show "19 Kids and Counting" are doing their best to rebuild their marriage, but the road to recovery is one filled with challenges.

Franklin Graham says Islam wants to put women 'behind a veil of horror' â the opposite of what Christianity does
Rev. Franklin Graham is once again criticising the religion of Islam because of the horrible treatment it allows men to commit on women.

Steve Harvey recalls God's message to him when he was still struggling with homelessness: Don't quit
Comedian Steve Harvey is such a hardworking guy that his empire has now been estimated to be worth $100 million. It is hard to believe that decades ago, the smooth-talking host of "Family Feud" was living off baloney sandwiches and did not even have a safe place to call home.

The 5 most dangerous moves a Christian leader can make
With success comes temptation and opportunity. Martin Saunders looks at the dangers facing church leaders.

What is the greatest miracle in the Bible?
The God we serve is a God of supernatural miracles. Jesus promised to us before leaving earth that by His name and through the power of the Holy Spirit, we would do acts of wonders that would surpass even what He had done.

World Council of Churches Israel airport row continues
Several WCC staff and other representatives were detained earlier this month by security staff at Israel's Ben Gurion airport.

New trust formed to take over historic Cornish church
One of the country's oldest parish churches that was once the Cathedral of Cornwall has been leased by the Church of England to an independent trust.

'Miracle' baby with brain tumour makes progress after being kissed by Pope
Last September Gianna Masciantonio, terminally ill with a brain tumour, was kissed on the head outside Independence Hall in Philadelphia by Pope Francis.

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.