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Lausanne Congress Revises the Seoul Statement Section on Homosexuality after Criticism

During the Fourth Lausanne Congress on World Evangelization, held in Incheon, South Korea, sections of the Seoul Statement relating to the church's response to homosexuality were changed. The Lausanne statement's editorial team adjusted two paragraphs addressing homosexuality and says more “non-substantive” changes are likely.

The Seoul Statement: 4th Document from Lausanne 50th Anniversary, Gospel-Rooted Responses to Global Challenges

The Seoul Statement, the fourth document in the 50-year history of the Lausanne Movement, was released prior to the opening of the Fourth Lausanne Congress on World Evangelization in Incheon, Seoul. The Seoul Statement emphasizes the responsibility of Christians in global evangelization and calls on churches and believers to respond actively to modern global challenges.

Fundraising for Rehab Village: Christian New Life Association Opening New Services for Recovering Addicts

The Christian New Life Association (CNLA, 新生協會), an evangelical drug rehabilitation ministry in Hong Kong, held its 23rd anniversary dinner on November 23. Commemorating CNLA’s great impact over the years, patrons and participants in the program gathered in support of the night’s fundraising events for the new Lantau Rehab Village, which featured Jingdezhen blue-and-white ceramics.

Israeli-Palestinian Youth Choir raises their voices for justice, freedom, equality, and inclusion on America’s Got Talent

A choir of Israeli and Palestinian youths took to the stage of “America's Got Talent” to deliver a message of justice, freedom, equality, and inclusion in song. Through their voices, they hope the warring world can move forward to a better future. Their emotional performance moved the audience.

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Heartwarming Compilation of Bible Verses About Fall and Harvest

The weather is getting colder, the leaves are turning color, and pumpkins are now on display in every store and shop. You know what that means: fall is coming! Fall is the season of harvest and preparing for winter, relating to the Biblical phrase: “You reap what you sow.” In a spiritual sense, we are to reap the fruits of faithful prayer, love, and humility. From the editors to you, we’ve compiled a heartwarming collection of everyone’s favorite Bible verses about fall and harvest. These verses

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The Christian Perspective on Friday the 13th: Superstition vs. Sovereignty

Happy Friday everyone! But uh oh, it is also September 13th... Friday the 13th is a day that, for many, evokes a sense of superstition and unease. Rooted in folklore and popular culture, this day has become synonymous with bad luck, with countless movies, books, and stories reinforcing its reputation. But for Christians, how should we view Friday the 13th? Should we be concerned about the supposed bad luck it brings, or is there a deeper, biblical truth that offers a counter-narrative to this fe

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How the Church Can Be the Mainstay of Society Admist the LGBTQ Inrush

In today's society, LGBTQ issues are hitting the church like a hurricane. How can the church be a mainstay of society amidst this spiritual battle? This is a question that requires in-depth thinking and action. Dr. Jane Yang (杨符济珍) points out in her sharing that churches must pay attention to the LGBTQ community and develop ministries to contain them. If they are not cared for and nurtured in the church, then these people will turn to a society that is more than eager to indoctrinate them with s

Society

Dr. Jane Yang: The LGBTQ Flood is Breaking Church Walls

Head of the Gender and Relational Ministry of Family Keepers International, Dr. Jane Yang (杨符济珍) recently shared in a lecture about the impact of the LGBTQ movement on the church. With recent statistics and data, her lecture raised church awareness and concern over the issue.

Christian Leaders Criticize Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony for Mocking Faith: A Call for Compassionate Witness Over Outrage

For the church, public resistance and protests against LGBTQ behavior may not only create opposition in society but also lead to disagreements and conflicts among Christians. Such actions are inconsistent with the testimony that Christians should bear and may weaken the unity of the church and its image in society. The true mission should be to embody Christ's love and compassion, glorifying God through good deeds, and drawing the lost back to Jesus, rather than alienating them through anger and

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Greatest Challenge of Evangelism in the Last Days: Teaching the Young Generation Core Values of the Christian Faith

In today's complex and ever-changing society, churches are facing unprecedented challenges, especially in communicating the core values of the Christian faith to the younger generation. Rev. Dr. Abraham Chiu (招世超), founding pastor of the Crosspoint Church of Silicon Valley (矽谷汇点华人教会), discussed this topic in depth recently in a sharing session. He revealed the various challenges and strategies for evangelism in the last days.

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