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Tony Evans to Release Kingdom Woman Book [Video]
Tony Evans is teaming up with his daughter, Chrystal Evans Hurst, to release a book entitled “Kingdom Woman: Embracing Your Purpose, Power, and Possibilities” in July 2013.
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Tornadoes, Suffering, and Hope
In May of this year, nearly fifty people died and numerous others were injured by tornadoes in Texas, Oklahoma, and Missouri. Thousands of homes sustained damage in these areas, as did secondary and elementary schools. Men, women, and children died during the storms, and such widespread destruction can be a stumbling block for both unbelievers and for those who believe in a loving and sovereign God. The many who lost homes and loved ones are in need of great solace, and Christ offers us this co
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Q-and-A with Jeremy Lin
Jeremy Lin participated in a question and answer session on Facebook as part of his Fan Appreciation Week Monday evening. The NBA point guard was asked a myriad of questions from fans, with topics ranging from food preferences to his favorite players in the NBA and his faith.
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Apple Removes Christian App
Apple recently removed a Christ-centered application from its iTunes store that included a course for helping people overcome homosexual practice. The app was developed by Mike Cleveland’s Setting Captives Free ministry, and offers help with battling habitual sins such as drug and alcohol abuse, gluttony, gambling, sexual impurity, eating disorders, and homosexuality.
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Criminals Profess Belief in God
Susan Hendricks, the South Carolina resident who recently pled guilty to killing four family members in October 2011, said she knelt with her family in prayer prior to murdering them. Just days before he was arrested, Ariel Castro - the man accused of kidnapping, raping, and holding three women captive in Ohio - commented on Facebook that “Miracles really do happen, God is good.” These people have, through their actions and words, professed a faith in God. But is this saving faith?
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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.