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Tim Keller to Release Book on Walking with God through Pain and Suffering
Christian author and pastor Timothy Keller is releasing a book about pain and how to endure suffering. Keller, who is known for his insightful and intellectually stimulating style of preaching and writing, has historically attracted both Christians and secular audiences.

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Houston Rockets Jeremy Lin and Dwight Howard Expected to Have Good Chemistry
Jeremy Lin says he is excited to play with newly signed Houston Rockets teammate Dwight Howard. Known for his exceptional defense and pick-and-roll game, Howard may free up Lin for more three-point shots in the 2013 NBA season.

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Duck Dynasty’s Sadie Robertson Making Video Devotionals, Modest Clothing Line
Sixteen-year-old Christian Sadie Robertson from A&E’s hit show “Duck Dynasty” is producing weekly video devotionals on Monday nights called “The New Different.” The teenager is also designing a clothing line in an effort to encourage modesty in a culture where fashion trends are often contrary to the ways of the Lord.

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Tracy McGrady Retires from NBA, Open to Playing in Chinese Basketball Association
Tracy McGrady announced his retirement from the National Basketball Association (NBA) yesterday after sixteen seasons in the league. Although he feels that it is time to leave the NBA, the seven-time All-Star says he would be open to opportunities to play in China.

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Duck Dynasty's Phil Robertson on Abortion, the Right to Life
In light of recent legislation concerning the rights of the unborn, a video of Phil Robertson’s pro-life message to Berean Bible Church in Pennsylvania has resurfaced. Despite his reserved demeanor on “Duck Dynasty,” the Robertson family patriarch has taken a passionate stand for life.

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10th CCOWE: Rev. Dr. Joshua Ting Asks 'What Has Gone Wrong with the Chinese Church?' and Calls for Renewal Through Repentance
At the 10th CCOWE, Rev. Dr. Joshua Ting called Chinese church leaders to spiritual repentance, warning that institutional success masks deep crises—such as youth attrition, co-worker burnout, and internal power struggles—and urging renewal that begins with inner transformation, not external methods.
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Biopic ‘Hudson & Maria’ to Begin Filming in Malaysia This August, Recreating Iconic Missionary Faith Story
After 15 years of preparation, the historical biopic Hudson & Maria begins filming in Malaysia this August, telling the story of 19th-century missionaries who crossed cultural barriers to bring the Gospel to China.
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Highly Respected Chinese Biblical Scholar Rev. Dr. Stephen Lee Passes Away at 70
Rev. Dr. Stephen Lee, a renowned Old Testament scholar and former president of CGST, passed away at 70.
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[10th CCOWE] Edmund Chan: The Greatest Crisis Facing the Church Is Putting 'Mission Ahead of the Mandate'
Rev. Edmund Chan urged the global Church to prioritize inner spiritual formation ("Mandate") over external ministry ("Mission") to faithfully fulfill the Great Commission.
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Thousands Gather for Public Gospel Festival on Thailand's Central Pattaya Beach
On July 4, a coalition of Thai churches and the Bright Romance Foundation, in partnership with Pattaya City Government, held a large evangelistic festival at Central Pattaya Beach featuring worship, testimonies, and a public ocean baptism that drew thousands and symbolized the Gospel's transformative power in a nation known for Buddhism and nightlife.