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Jeremy Lin Releases Inspirational Video On YouTube, Issues Prayer Requests: ‘I’ll Trust God’
NBA All-Star Jeremy Lin has released a video on how he was “redefining success.” He also sent out an email full of various prayer requests after his annual trip to China, Hong Kong and Taiwan.
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Christian Activist Meeke Addison on Same-Sex Marriage: ‘Sexual Preference’ Not Equal to Skin Color
Christian activist Meeke Addison holds a strong view against the practice of same-sex marriage, which the Supreme Court legalized last week in a 5-4 vote. She works as a radio host in Mississippi.
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Christian Doctor Recalls 92-Day Hostage Situation in Egypt: ‘I Was at Peace During the Whole Ordeal’
Christian orthopedic doctor Wadie Ramses was held as a hostage for 92 days by radical Muslim kidnappers in Egypt. He recalled details of his ordeal in an interview.
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Pastor Greg Laurie ‘Disappointed’ by Supreme Court's Same-Sex Marriage Ruling: ‘We Need A Spiritual Solution’
California megachurch pastor Greg Laurie used his sermon on Sunday to help Christians across the United States deal with the aftermath of the Supreme Court ruling in favor of same-sex marriage. He gave out six different points on how to tackle the controversial issue.
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England vs. Japan Live Stream Free, Preview: Watch Online Women's World Cup 2015 Semifinal [Fox Sports 1]
Teams from Japan and England will face off in Edmonton, Canada on Wednesday in the second part of the Women's World Cup semifinals. The winner will go on to face the United States on the soccer field for the championship. The semi final is scheduled to start at 7 p.m. ET and can be watched on TV on the Fox Sports 1, or online through live stream via the link below.
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Olivet University appeals BPPE's license revocation, vows to protect students and faculty interests
Olivet University has officially initiated the appeal process following the California Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education's (BPPE) decision to revoke its license. The university says it is committed to safeguarding the interests of its students and faculty, who have been directly impacted by this decision.
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‘Wang Mingdao’s Diary’ reproduction highlights complexities of contemporary Chinese Christianity
On December 9, the China Graduate School of Theology (中国神学研究院) hosted a public lecture titled “A Courageous Witness in the Times—Launch of Wang Mingdao (王明道)’s Diary.” The lecture, themed “Faith Patterns in Beijing’s Christian Churches Through the Lens of Wang Mingdao’s Diary,” featured Dr. Ni Buxiao (倪步晓), Associate Director and Assistant Professor at the Christian Faith and Chinese Culture Research Center of Alliance Bible Seminary (建道神学院), as the keynote speaker.
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Floating library ‘Doulos Hope’ arrives in Taiwan; spreading love and hope from a former cruise ship
Doulos Hope, the international floating book fair ship, has returned to Taiwan and is now docked at Kaohsiung Port, open to the public from December 18, 2024, to January 12, 2025. Originally built in 1991 and renovated in 2022, the ship features over 2,000 books on various topics, including faith, science, and art. It is operated by a diverse crew of 140 volunteers from 25 countries, offering services such as education, healthcare, and community outreach. The ship's mission is to spread hope and
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Chinese Online School of Theology publishes annual ministry report: Expanding Chinese theological education through new strategies
In the 2023-2024 academic year, New York-based Chinese Online School of Theology (COST) has seen significant development in expanding its ministry in theological education and mission outreach. They have promoted a series of new events and projects to explore different strategies that expand theological education for Chinese ministers. The following are some highlights from the 2023-2024 annual report:
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Dr. Fenggang Yang: How foreign forces transformed traditional Chinese legal systems
In a recent lecture to Chinese Christians, scholar Dr. Fenggang Yang (杨凤岗) gave an in-depth analysis of the historical evolution and contemporary significance of the modern legal system in Chinese society. He explored the tensions and integrations between traditional law and modern rule of law, highlighting the distinctive characteristics of China’s traditional legal system and emphasizing the role of foreign influences in introducing modern legal practices into Chinese society.