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John Piper’s Response to MacArthur’s Comments at the Strange Fire Conference
In a recent DesiringGod.org "Ask Pastor John" episode, John Piper responded to comments that were allegedly made about his beliefs at John MacArthur's Strange Fire Conference. MacArthur, who is a cessationist, allegedly claimed that continuationalist Piper may not be strongly convinced about his views on the gifts of the Holy Spirit.
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The Prodigal Son: Duck Dynasty's Jep Robertson Shares His Testimony on I Am Second
Jep Robertson, the youngest of the four Robertson brothers, shared his testimony on I Am Second, along with his father Phil and nephew Reed. The Duck Dynasty heir has gone from licentiousness to redemption after a loving intervention from his Christ-centered family.
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Duck Dynasty's Phil Robertson Shares His Testimony on I Am Second
Three generations of Robertsons recently shared their testimonies of God's grace and forgiveness through Jesus Christ on I Am Second. Phil Robertson, the patriarch of the family, told of his battle with "sex, drugs, and rock n' roll" and how the Lord redeemed him.
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Chandler Parsons, Houston Rockets Support Cancer Patient Carly Wright
High school senior Carly Wright was given the opportunity to meet the entire Houston Rockets team Tuesday as a part of her Make A Wish Foundation dream. She is fighting bone cancer at the age of seventeen, and was met with standing applause when the Rockets showed a video of her story at the game.
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U.S. Supreme Court Upholds Texas Late-Term Abortion Law
The United States Supreme Court ruled Tuesday that the Texas House Bill 2 provisions which require abortion doctors to have admitting privileges in nearby hospitals are constitutional. Planned Parenthood appealed to the Supreme Court after being defeated in the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals by a unanimous ruling earlier this month
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Qatar Evangelical Alliance breaks ground on worship center, witnessing Christ in a Muslim nation
A worship center for evangelical churches has commenced construction in Qatar, marking a significant spiritual milestone in the history of evangelicals in the country.
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Hong Kong's deadliest fire in a Century: churches mobilize and pray to support the community
On 26 November, a severe level‑five fire broke out at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po. Early reports said at least 13 people died and 23 were injured. Local churches mobilize to support the community and pray.
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Faith and freedom: USCIRF Chair Vicky Hartzler shares insights on China’s religious landscape
As China continues to update its religious regulations, changes in the country’s faith environment and space for religious practice have drawn increased global attention. In this interview, USCIRF Chair Vicky Hartzler responds to questions about religious policy, human rights, and faith, offering her perspectives on China’s current situation and sharing words of support and encouragement for Christians facing challenges.
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Christians gather in Hong Kong to pray for victims of Tai Po Hong Fu Court fire
More than 1,000 Christians gathered in Hong Kong on Dec. 5 for a united prayer service commemorating the victims of the five-alarm fire that devastated Hong Fu Court in Tai Po on Nov. 26, destroying thousands of homes and killing 159 people.
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U.S. Congressional hearing highlights religious freedom challenges facing Chinese Christians and other faith communities
A recent U.S. congressional hearing cast a spotlight on religious freedom conditions in China, with witnesses sharing firsthand accounts of pressure faced by Christian, Muslim, and Tibetan Buddhist communities.
