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4 misconceptions about being the light of the world
The call of being the light of the world and the salt of the earth requires that we boldly profess the goodness of God. However, there are some misconceptions about being "the light of the world."
How to speak life to a valley of dry bones
Death and life lie in the power of the tongue. What that means is that our words actually have more power than we think they do. Here are three points from the story of Ezekiel on how to use our tongues to speak blessing and truth to others.
10 Christian families evicted from Mexico community, left in the mountains for their refusal to renounce faith
Ten Christian families have been evicted from their community and left in the mountains after they refuse to renounce their faith, according to the International Christian Concern (ICC).
LGBT strategy revealed: How they try to compel lawmakers to support transgender bathroom bill
The LGBT movement in the United States is crafting "slick, emotional and effective" messages to win lawmakers' support for the transgender bathroom bill that would allow transgenders to use facilities that correspond to their gender identities.
Utah governor supports proposed bill to administer anaesthesia to unborn babies during abortion
Republican Utah Gov. Gary Herbert has thrown his support to a proposal to administer anesthesia to babies during an abortion procedure, calling it the "most humane" way to end a baby's life.
Police officer recalls how Bible gift he gave 'saved life' of homeless ex-drug addict in South Carolina
A former drug addict and homeless man thanked a police officer in South Carolina for giving him the Bible that changed him for the better.
Missouri court backs Catholic diocese in dismissing female church official found to be married to woman pastor
A Missouri court has ruled in favor of Catholic Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph in dismissing a woman who was found to be married to another woman.
What is the role of husband and wife in the household? Bible provides the template
Chip Ingram, the senior pastor of Venture Christian Church in Los Gatos, California, says that the Bible has given some guidelines as to what it means to be a man and woman in the household, which Christians can use as a template.
Sadie Robertson tells single women: 'Don't settle, wait for that strong man to come into your life'
"Duck Dynasty" reality star and "Live Original" teenager Sadie Robertson is certain that her boyfriend Blake Coward is "the one" she will marry someday, and it is because he loves God more than he loves her and he treats her well.
Franklin Graham warns about 'imploding' world, urges people to pray for those in authority
Reverend Franklin Graham is quite worried that the world is "imploding" because the United States is currently wrapped up "on its own politics" while the rest of the world is "unraveling."
Want to watch 'Deadpool'? Desiring God cites 7 questions Christians must first ask themselves before deciding
There is a lot of buzz for Ryan Reynold's new superhero movie "Deadpool," but there are some Christians who are arguing that the film is unfit for viewing.
2 views on Christian dressing: What does God care more: What a woman wears, or what's inside her heart?
The Christian community is often divided when it comes to a lot of hot issues, including homosexuality and same-sex marriage. Another thing that most Christians can't see eye to eye on is modest dressing.
Pastor John Piper cites reason why homosexuals should not be 'put to death' despite what the Bible says
A lot of Christians believe that homosexuality is an incredibly offensive sin that is worthy of death, and it is all because of the Bible verse Leviticus 20:13. It reads: "If a man has sexual relations with a man as one does with a woman, both of them have done what is detestable. They are to be put to death; their blood will be on their own heads."
'Risen' star Joseph Fiennes says he has 'great respect' for those who 'remain true to their faith'
When choosing which movies to appear in, "Risen" star Joseph Fiennes likes to look at the stories that speak to him and "strike a chord" with his emotions. This is why he did not hesitate to be a part of "Risen," a movie directed by Kevin Reynolds that tells the story of Jesus Christ's crucifixion through the perspective of a Roman soldier and non-believer.
Russian action in Syria offers hope, claims Catholic bishop
Most people in Syria support the Russian military action against terrorists, according to the country's senior Catholic bishop. They are pinning their hopes on Russia helping negotiate peace in the war-torn land, he said.
Director of church-run nursery released after two years in prison in China
The director of a nursery run by a church in China has been released from prison after serving two years for "engaging in illegal business operations", the charity China Aid reported.