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Evangelical Conservative Christian Educator Declares Trump, Cruz Wrong on Immigration
While Republican presidential candidates vie to take the harshest stance on immigration into the United States, the president of evangelical Christian Northwest University in Kirkland, Wash., Joseph Castleberry, preaches a vastly different philosophy of embracing immigrants, citing that Jesus himself was one. However, it's important to note the higher education administrator has personal reasons to promote this topic: his daughter married a Mexican American, and he authored a new book entitled
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Randy Travis Sings ‘Amazing Grace’ at Texas Funeral In First Public Performance Since Stroke
Country music and gospel singer Randy Travis made what is reported to be his first public performance since his stroke in July of 2013, leaving him with only 20 percent chance of survival. On Feb. 3, he attended a funeral to celebrate the life and legacy of Kiepersol Estates founder Pierre de Wet at KE Bushman Celebration Center in Bullard, Texas. According to BullardNews.com, the singer shared the stage with Keipersol Estates employees and their families and performed "Amazing Grace" with an es
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Cam Newton Didn't Heed His Mom's Super Bowl 50 Text: 'Don't let Devil Win Your Words'
People keep saying this week an infamous football player should have taken his mother's advice shared prior to Sunday's big game. Before football quarterback Carolina Panthers' Cam Newton abruptly left his press conference following his team's Super Bowl 50 loss, Newton's mother, Jackie, recommended he use his platform to promote Jesus Christ and God. Instead, a self-induced dark cloud hangs over his reputation now.
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Coldplay, Beyoncé’s Religious Imagery In 'Hymn for The Weekend' Video Draws Queries
Musical group, Coldplay's video for their "Hymn for the Weekend" new song already was noted as "cultural appreciation of Indian religion." However, some wonder if it is doing more harm than good for the respect of religion, especially given the feature role that rhythm-and-blues diva, Beyoncé, plays in the video. The video has had nearly 41.2 million views on YouTube since it was posted Jan. 29.
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Rafael Cruz, Ted Cruz’s Pastor Father, Warns ‘New Religion' Capturing, Degrading America
America's moral fiber is being attacked and "people who have been the background of America" have been divorced from the political process, believes one Christian preacher and public speaker, who currently has a son smack in the public spotlight. Pastor Rafael Cruz, father of Republican presidential candidate Ted Cruz, warns that a new religion is taking over and destroying the United States. "Our foundations have been eroded by secular humanism," he said.
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Pastor John Piper Offers Insight and Encouragement for First-Time Bible Readers in 2025
As the new year begins, many Christians have resolved to take on the project of reading the Bible cover to cover. That's great and all, but if it's your first time, just where do you start?
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[Exclusive Interview] A revelation within the brink of life and death — Meg Leung’s mission in Christian art
Meg Leung (梁麗橋), an artist with a lifelong love for watercolor painting, sees her art as more than a means of expressing her inner world; it is a bridge connecting her to God. Her artistic journey has revealed God’s perfect plan and inspired her to communicate the power of faith through her wor
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Korean cult leader who raped victims ‘in the name of God’ sentenced to 17 years in prison
Jung Myung-seok (정명석), leader of the Korean religious cult Jesus Morning Star (JMS), also known as Christian Gospel Mission (CGM), has been sentenced to 17 years in prison by South Korea’s Supreme Court.
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Transgenderism a fundamental human right? Hong Kong public disagrees, survey finds
A 2024 survey from the Society for Truth and Light (明光社)'s Center for Life and Ethics Research reveals that respondents from various backgrounds prioritize personal safety and fairness when it comes to transgender issues. When laws involve moral judgments, most respondents believe courts should not make the decisions. The study also indicates that religious believers share similar views with non-religious respondents, reflecting that many churches may rarely address gender topics in depth.
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Former President Jimmy Carter Honored with State Funeral, Grandchildren Reflect on Sunday School Legacy
Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, remembered not only for his leadership but also for his lifelong dedication to teaching Sunday school, was laid to rest on January 9 in a solemn state funeral filled with scripture and heartfelt tributes.