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Euthanasia in Holland: Loneliness cited as key motivator in majority of cases
Loneliness is a key motivation behind the majority of those seeking, and receiving, euthanasia in Holland, a new report has found.

Donald Trump and the Religious Right. Is Jesus really into politics?
We miss out on the Gospel's transforming power if we limit its sphere of influence to merely our 'personal lives.' The radical good news of Jesus isn't just for us personally, it's for the whole of the created order.

Manny Pacquiao in new 'death' to gays controversy
Christian boxer Manny Pacquiao has posted then deleted a Bible verse on his Instagram account saying men who have sex with other men should be "put to death".

How can we believe in the God of the Old Testament?
Can we really trust in a God who seems so cruel and merciless? David Robertson continues his apologetics series, tackling the Achilles heel of the Christian faith.

Former trainee vicar and youth leader facing jail after multiple rape conviction
A former youth leader and trainee vicar who preached a gospel of abstinence is facing many years in jail after being convicted of the rape of two women. Police are appealing for anyone with more information about the one-time Wycliffe student to come forward.

'One church building is now a centre of ISIS': Syrian Christian speaks out about life in Raqqa
After ISIS took control of the Syrian city of Raqqa in 2014, John â a Christian in his early 20s using a pseudonym â decided to stay in the city and survived living there for eighteen months.

Does the Pope really think Donald Trump isn't a Christian?
The Pope told reporters on the plane back to Rome after his Mexican trip that Trump was "not Christian" for wanting to build a wall between Mexico and the US.

The surprising Christian faith of Abraham Lincoln and Thomas Jefferson
Almost every single one of the 44 US Presidents has been a professing Christian, but two names stand out from the rest: Thomas Jefferson and Abraham Lincoln.

Bezalel: Meet the artists bringing creativity and community together
Bezalel has a vision to build community around creativity, inspired by the creator God.

Obama to meet Raul Castro and dissidents on historic trip to Cuba
The visit will be another major step toward ending decades of animosity between former Cold War foes.

Natalie Grant reflects: People should not treat God like Santa Claus; instead, thank Him for what He's already done
When talking about her song "More Than Anything," Christian singer Natalie Grant reflected on her treatment of God and realized that she should concentrate more on loving Him rather than loving Him only when He provides good things for her.

Rapper Andy Mineo sparks online debate on whether it's acceptable for Christians to use curse words
Rapper Andy Mineo sparked quite the debate on social media when he asked his fans if it's acceptable for Christians to use curse words.

Naghmeh Abedini strives to learn humility shown by Canaanite woman who pleaded Jesus to have mercy on her
Naghmeh Abedini is currently going through a difficult patch with her husband Saeed even after he has been released from his prison cell in Iran, and this is why she is asking God to help her learn about humility.

Toby Mac, other Christian artists are big winners during this year's Grammys
A lot of Christian artists won big during the 2016 Grammy Awards held at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, California on Feb. 15, with Toby Mac taking home the award for the Best Contemporary Christian Music Album for "This is Not a Test."

Hillsong launches Phoenix megachurch, its third in U.S.: 'Everybody invited' but 'we don't affirm gay lifestyle'
Hillsong Church is expanding. The global church, which was founded in Australia, is launching on Feb. 21 its third congregation in the U.S., and it is located in Phoenix, Arizona.

Tim Tebow's 'Night to Shine' events draw 32,000 people with special needs in 48 states and 6 other countries
Former NFL star and current SEC analyst Tim Tebow's plans for his Night to Shine prom is getting bigger and bigger each year, with over 32,000 people with special needs attended the event hosted by the Tim Tebow Foundation this year.