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Calls for Trump to help secure release of 24 detained christians in Azerbaijan
Religious freedom advocates are calling on former U.S. President Donald Trump to intervene in the case of 24 Christians imprisoned in Azerbaijan, urging him to use his influence to help secure their release. The arrests have raised concerns among faith leaders and human rights organizations, who warn of ongoing challenges faced by religious minorities in the country.
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Eyewitness report from Asbury revival two years ago
On February 8, 2023, following a routine chapel service at Asbury University, a handful of students remained in prayer and worship. What began as a small gathering soon ignited into a movement of the Holy Spirit that spread like wildfire, capturing global attention. This spontaneous revival, rooted in the experiences of college students at the Asbury campus in Wilmore, Kentucky, became a testament to God’s work reaching across the world.
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Christian village leader kidnapped at gunpoint found dead in Nigeria
A Christian village leader who was kidnapped in central Nigeria has been found dead, raising concerns about ongoing violence against Christian communities in the region.
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Is 'The Last Supper' worth watching? Audience and critics weigh in
Faith-based films often receive mixed reactions, and The Last Supper is no exception. The movie attempts to bring a fresh perspective to one of the most iconic moments in Christian history, but does it succeed? Some reviews from critics and audiences provide insight into its strengths and shortcomings.
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Reverend Dr. Stephen Tong honored with 2025 Kuyper Prize for excellence in reformed theology and public life
Grand Rapids, MI – March 16, 2025 – In a momentous occasion that underscored his lifetime commitment to evangelism, theology, and cultural engagement, Reverend Dr. Stephen Tong was awarded the prestigious 2025 Abraham Kuyper Prize for Excellence in Reformed Theology and Public Life. The event, held at Calvin University, recognized Dr. Tong’s outstanding contributions to theological education, evangelistic outreach, and the promotion of Reformed thought across the globe.
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[10th CCOWE] Edmund Chan: The Greatest Crisis Facing the Church Is Putting 'Mission Ahead of the Mandate'
Rev. Edmund Chan urged the global Church to prioritize inner spiritual formation ("Mandate") over external ministry ("Mission") to faithfully fulfill the Great Commission.
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[10th CCOWE] Rev. Wayne Chen: When Everything Is 'Mission,' the Church Loses Its Way
Rev. Wayne Chen calls on the Chinese church to move beyond the false dichotomy between "evangelism" and "social concern," urging a return to the cross-centered Gospel as the core—trusting that the Gospel is inherently holistic and that it alone drives the church into the world without losing its focal direction.
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[10th CCOWE] Clement Chia and Chuang Yu-ming Dialogue: 'What Kind of Christian Does the World Need?'
Revs. Chia and Chuang called the Church to return to the full, embodied Gospel of Christ the King—beyond moralism—so that believers' transformed lives visibly demonstrate God's Kingdom.
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MyFaithTV Founders Step Down, File for Divorce After 34 Years of Marriage
André and Jenny Roebert, founders of the global Christian network MyFaithTV, are divorcing after 34 years, with Jenny citing biblical principles and severe family harm, as legal proceedings over assets and ministry leadership begin.
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[10th CCOWE] Hong Kong International Churches See 37% Surge as Youth Seek Cultural Shift
The surge in English-speaking international churches in Hong Kong—driven by returnees and youth seeking cultural relevance—contrasts with declining Cantonese congregations, not because the gospel changes, but because church culture must evolve to foster belonging, relational warmth, and intergenerational empowerment.