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Why did Jesus have to die for our sins?
Why did Jesus have to die for our sins?

The cross is the representation of the biggest event ever in history -- the time that God set all mankind free from the power and consequence of sin.

Batman vs Superman: The Easter blockbuster about a divisive Messiah
Batman vs Superman: The Easter blockbuster about a divisive Messiah

If you thought the wave of superhero movies had peaked, think again. This Easter's big film release could herald a decade in which the genre doubles in size.

Syrian forces fight their way into Palmyra in blow to Islamic State
Syrian forces fight their way into Palmyra in blow to Islamic State

Syrian troops backed by Russian air support fought their way into the Islamic State-held city of Palmyra on Thursday.

North Korea ramps up threats to South, says troops train to attack presidential palace
North Korea ramps up threats to South, says troops train to attack presidential palace

North and South Korea traded more threats on Friday, with Pyongyang saying its military had trained to attack Seoul's presidential Blue House.

Belgian police arrest six in bombing probe, French foil Paris plot
Belgian police arrest six in bombing probe, French foil Paris plot

Belgian police arrested six people in their probe of Tuesday's Islamic State suicide bombings in Brussels, while authorities in France said they thwarted a militant plot there that was at an advanced stage.

Ciara and Russell Wilson make first public appearance as engaged couple in Las Vegas
Ciara and Russell Wilson make first public appearance as engaged couple in Las Vegas

Ciara and Russell Wilson made their first appearance as an engaged couple on Saturday in Las Vegas when the 30-year-old R&B singer performed for the Cosmopolitan Hotel's Marquee dayclub season opening.

\'Jill and Jessa: Counting On\' news: Show shunned by advertisers despite millions of viewers
'Jill and Jessa: Counting On' news: Show shunned by advertisers despite millions of viewers

The Duggar family show "19 Kids and Counting" got cancelled last year after Josh Duggar's child molestation scandals surfaced. But TLC network wasted no time in creating documentaries with the Christian family. Now, barely a year after the cancellation of "19 Kids and Counting," they created a new reality series called "Jill and Jessa: Counting On," which focuses on the lives of the Duggar siblings.

Sadie Robertson says \'God\'s Not Dead 2\' will \'encourage and inspire all people\'
Sadie Robertson says 'God's Not Dead 2' will 'encourage and inspire all people'

"Duck Dynasty" star Sadie Robertson is counting down the days until the "God's Not Dead 2" makes its premiere on Easter Sunday, and the teenage reality star is hoping that the movie will inspire people to take a stand for their Christian faith no matter what society dictates.

Disney, Marvel threaten to stop making movies in Georgia if lawmakers pass religious liberty bill
Disney, Marvel threaten to stop making movies in Georgia if lawmakers pass religious liberty bill

Walt Disney Co. and its subsidiary Marvel are threatening to stop making movies in Georgia if the state decides to pass the Free Exercise Protection Act, which would allow Georgians to decline service for same-sex weddings in order to protect their religious beliefs from being violated.

Jesus appears as janitor in \'Alison\'s Choice,\' a movie that\'s saving unborn babies\' lives
Jesus appears as janitor in 'Alison's Choice,' a movie that's saving unborn babies' lives

Women face a lot of dilemmas when it comes to unplanned pregnancies, and some feel so burdened about it that they assume abortion is the best answer.

10 commandments pastors should follow when voicing their political opinions
10 commandments pastors should follow when voicing their political opinions

When it comes to politics, people have very strong views that they are willing to go on heated debates just to prove their point. Even pastors and church staff share this intense passion when it comes to politics, but Thom S. Rainer, president of LifeWay Christian Resources, believes that there is a right way for them to go about it.

Madonna, Beyoncé are confusing the true female empowerment intended by God with being sexy and sexual, says youth advocate
Madonna, Beyoncé are confusing the true female empowerment intended by God with being sexy and sexual, says youth advocate

Madonna shocked audiences during a concert in Australia when she pulled down a 17-year-old girl's top, therefore exposing her breast to a crowd of thousands. But instead of getting upset about the situation, the young girl even thanked the singer and revelled in the attention.

Manny Pacquiao receives new blow for his anti-gay comments: Popular LA mall imposes entry ban
Manny Pacquiao receives new blow for his anti-gay comments: Popular LA mall imposes entry ban

Filipino boxing champ Manny Pacquiao already lost his deal with sporting retail giant Nike after he made derogatory remarks against the LGBT community. Now, it is costing him entrance to The Grove, a popular mall in Los Angeles.

Pastor Rick Warren invites people to \'come as you are\' to Jesus Christ this Easter
Pastor Rick Warren invites people to 'come as you are' to Jesus Christ this Easter

There is a misconception that people have to be good and pure first before they can even consider approaching God, but Pastor Rick Warren of Saddleback Church says it is not true. He adds that the belief is but a "myth" that has been keeping people from God.

Billy Graham highlights symbolism of the cross, says Jesus\' death made it \'the centre of our faith\'
Billy Graham highlights symbolism of the cross, says Jesus' death made it 'the centre of our faith'

Evangelist Billy Graham says that Jesus Christ's death on the cross was so impactful that it managed to transform a negative symbol into one of hope.

\'Miracles From Heaven\' doing well at box office, attracting more than just Christian audiences
'Miracles From Heaven' doing well at box office, attracting more than just Christian audiences

The faith-based film "Miracles From Heaven," which stars Jennifer Garner as Christian mother Christy Beam, has been off to a great start since it managed to rake in $18.6 million in just over five days since its premiere.