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Former Prostitute Annie Lobert Reveals the Truth about ‘Fifty Shades of Grey,’ How Christ Redeemed Her Past
Once involved in the type of abuse displayed in “Fifty Shades of Grey,” former call girl Annie Lobert shares her testimony of Christ’s redemption in an “I am Second” video. Lobert, who came to know the love of Christ after years of prostitution, reveals that the underlying desire in abusive relationships is often a need for the kind of love that only God can give.
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Dr. Bob Sears: Mandatory Vaccination Violates Patient Rights, Not the Answer to Measles
California pediatrician Dr. Robert Sears shares his thoughts on measles and the recent proposed legislation that, if passed, would infringe upon a patient's right to decline vaccination.
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Teach Your Children How the Bible Points to Jesus Christ
We are commanded to teach our children the word of God, but how do we help them to truly see and savor Christ? According to Christian author Ed Stetzer, as many as 70% of those who had regularly attended church during high school leave the church as young adults. This staggering statistic suggests that many children are likely being taught the stories of the Bible in a way that misses the message of the Bible.
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Rick Warren Preaches ‘Most Important Message’ of His Life: Why God Made Us – on Living With Purpose
In a sermon entitled, “Why God Made You,” Pastor Rick Warren of Saddleback Church in California explained five simple but profound truths which help us understand why we are here. “If I only had one sermon to preach, it would be this message – to teach you why God made you and what you’re supposed to do with your life,” he says.
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Valentine’s Day 2015 Weekend Movies: 'Old Fashioned' Love Story to Compete With 'Fifty Shades of Grey' In Box Office
An independent film about chivalry and godly romance is set to compete with "Fifty Shades of Grey" opening Valentine's Day weekend in theatres across the nation. The makers of "Old Fashioned," who also created "God's Not Dead," wanted to give movie-goers a godly alternative for the widely popular novel series-turned-film, which glorifies sexual manipulation and emotional abuse.
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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.