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Southern Baptist Convention, ADF Release Plan to Resist Anti-Discrimination Laws Favoring LGBT Groups
Regardless of how the Supreme Court rules on the issue of same-sex marriage, one Christian denomination has a plan to skirt around anti-discrimination laws, particularly in regards to the LGBT community. The Southern Baptists have released their plan online.
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Jurassic World Actor Chris Pratt Keeps Focus on God and Family As Hollywood Takes Notice
Actor Chris Pratt is best known for his role in blockbuster Hollywood films such as Jurassic World and Guardians of the Galaxy. However, it may surprise some people that he is a family-oriented Christian.
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Sony A7R II Review And Release Date: Flagship Camera Includes High Resolution, Quality Imaging Sensors
Japanese electronics giant Sony is best known for its products and its imaging sensors, which have been used in the iPhone 6, Samsung Galaxy S6, Nikon DSLRs, and Olympus mirrorless cameras. Now Sony has taken those imaging sensors and placed them in its latest flagship product, the A7R II.
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Dutch Study: Consuming Nuts and Peanuts Daily Could Decrease Death Risk
A new study has found that just half a handful of nuts a day can cut one’s risk of dying from numerous illnesses, including cancer, diabetes and heart disease. However, the protective effect does not extend to peanut butter.
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U.S. Steps up Fight against ISIS With Questionable ‘Lily Pad’ Strategy to Defeat Terror Group
The United States has stepped up its efforts in the fight against ISIS by sending 450 military advisers to Iraq. President Barack Obama made the announcement on Wednesday.
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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.
