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Winning over people who doubt the Bible\'s accuracy
Winning over people who doubt the Bible's accuracy

The Bible is not just a book. It is the written word of God that points to the Person and work of Jesus Christ. It is by reading God's Word that we come to know the God that we serve and the hope that He brings through His grace.

Boxer Tyson Fury filmed in homophobic, antisemitic rant
Boxer Tyson Fury filmed in homophobic, antisemitic rant

The heavyweight champion boxer, who has been outspoken about his Christian faith, was filmed answering questions from a sofa after a training session.

Ken Ham calls U.K. pastor\'s plan to issue same-sex marriage licences as \'flagrant disobedience of God\'s Word\'
Ken Ham calls U.K. pastor's plan to issue same-sex marriage licences as 'flagrant disobedience of God's Word'

As far as Answers in Genesis founder Ken Ham is concerned, it is wrong for any pastor to support same-sex marriages. The Creationist says that people who truly understand the Bible will definitely say that marriage should only be between men and women.

Syria: Suspected Russian airstrike hits ancient Church of St Simeon
Syria: Suspected Russian airstrike hits ancient Church of St Simeon

The church and the remains of Simeon's pillar were hit by the airstrike.

\'A defeat for everyone\': Catholic Church laments approval of gay unions by Italy\'s legislature
'A defeat for everyone': Catholic Church laments approval of gay unions by Italy's legislature

In an unexpected overwhelming vote, a chamber of Italy's legislature, the Chamber of Deputies, approved a bill instituting civil unions for gay couples. With this, homosexual unions are now close to being allowed in the entire Eastern Europe.

Priest calls for prayers as heavy fighting rages in Aleppo: \'No words to describe all the suffering\'
Priest calls for prayers as heavy fighting rages in Aleppo: 'No words to describe all the suffering'

A Franciscan priest is appealing to Christians throughout the world to pray for the Syrian city of Aleppo, which he said is in "so much misery" as heavy fighting between the Syrian government and rebel groups continues.

Osama bin Laden\'s youngest son urges Muslims to unite and \'free\' Jerusalem
Osama bin Laden's youngest son urges Muslims to unite and 'free' Jerusalem

The youngest son of the late Al Qaeda leader Osama bin Laden is encouraging his fellow jihadists to free the holy city of Jerusalem, which he likened to a bride, news reports say citing the U.S terrorist-tracking organisation SITE.

Statue of Jesus as a homeless beggar draws attention in NYC: Seeing Christ in the poor and hungry
Statue of Jesus as a homeless beggar draws attention in NYC: Seeing Christ in the poor and hungry

A statue of Jesus Christ as a homeless beggar outside a Catholic church in Syracuse, New York has been drawing attention from the public.

Medical aid in dying bill introduced in New York City where 77% of residents support such legislation

New York City lawmakers introduced a medical aid in dying bill that would allow physicians to prescribe drug to an terminally-ill adults, who will self-administer it to end their life.

Vatican plays down expectations over women deacons
Vatican plays down expectations over women deacons

Francis raised hopes among liberal Catholics by promising to set up a commission to study the issue.

Venezuela president declares state of emergency, citing US and domestic \'threats\'
Venezuela president declares state of emergency, citing US and domestic 'threats'

US intelligence officials have told reporters they are increasingly worried about the potential for an economic and political meltdown in Venezuela.

Drugs giant Pfizer says it won\'t allow its products to be used for executions
Drugs giant Pfizer says it won't allow its products to be used for executions

The move shuts off the last remaining open market source of drugs used in executions.

Donald Trump turns to climate change sceptic for energy advice

The presumptive Republican presidential nominee is seeking to flesh out his policy proposals.

Obama admin orders public schools to let transgenders use facilities of their choice as condition for getting federal funds
Obama admin orders public schools to let transgenders use facilities of their choice as condition for getting federal funds

The Obama administration has issued a "guidance" to all public schools telling them to open their showers, locker rooms, and restrooms to all their transgender students who want to use those facilities that match their gender identity.

Why country singer Sheryl Crow built a church at her 50-acre Nashville residence
Why country singer Sheryl Crow built a church at her 50-acre Nashville residence

Country singer Sheryl Crowe is proud of her 50-acre Nashville home because it even has a barn, recording studio, saloon, horse stables, and a church.

Phil Robertson talks about latest film \'Torchbearer,\' says it\'s \'eerily breathtaking\'
Phil Robertson talks about latest film 'Torchbearer,' says it's 'eerily breathtaking'

"Duck Dynasty" star Phil Robertson served as a narrator and tour guide in the new film "Torchbearer," which will be screened at the Cannes Film Festival next month.