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Richard Dawkins on His 'Fairy Tales Harmful to Children' Comment: I'm 'Not A Bore' and 'Loves Imagination'
Popular scientist and atheist Richard Dawkins recently came under fire for claiming that fairytales are dangerous for children, insisting they should learn scientific facts instead. Now, Dawkins is claiming his words were taken out of context--and insists he is not a killjoy.
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Rick Warren Reveals Four Ways to Prevent Dangerous Pastoral Burnout
Ministry burnout is a severe issue for today's pastors. Many in the ministry experience depression, anxiety, and feelings of inadequacy. Pastor Rick Warren highlights four ways pastors can become aware of threatening internal feelings that lead to burnout.
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China: How the Tiananmen Square Massacre Grew the Chinese Church
Today marks the 25th anniversary of the Tiananmen Square massacre, a horrific event that resulted in the deaths of thousands of Chinese dissenters. Despite the Chinese government's crackdown on Christians in the country since the event, the church has grown in an astounding way.
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Evangelical Pastor Warns Churches 'No Refuge' from Gay Acceptance Within Congregations
Theologian Al Mohler warns evangelical churches that soon, there will be "no refuge" from taking a stance for or against homosexuality. Mohler's comments follow a recent incident in California, where a Southern Baptist pastor announced his "shifting views" towards same-sex attraction.
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South Korean Missionary Imprisoned for Life for Spreading Gospel in North Korea
Kim Jung-wook was recently sentenced to imprisonment for life in a North Korean prison for attempting to organize underground churches. North Korea is reportedly the harshest persecutor of Christians, with over 100, 000 Christians currently held captive in the nation's prisons.
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‘I Belong to Jesus’: Liverpool forward Cody Gakpo faces FA warning over goal celebration
Liverpool FC forward Cody Gakpo is set to receive a formal warning from the Football Association (FA) after displaying a Christian message during a recent Premier League match against Tottenham Hotspur. Following a goal, Gakpo lifted his jersey to reveal an undershirt bearing the message “I Belong To Jesus,” raising both hands toward the sky in a clear act of religious expression.
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Jeremy Renner’s ‘My Next Breath’: A testimony of faith, peace, and survival after near-death accident
In his memoir My Next Breath, actor Jeremy Renner opens up about the life-changing snowplow accident that nearly took his life, and the extraordinary sense of peace he felt in the moments before death.
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Michael Brown cleared by investigation — But fellowship church elders still say he’s unfit for ministry
In a development that has stirred both public interest and internal division, the elders of Fellowship Church in Huntersville, North Carolina, have publicly rejected the findings of a months-long investigation that cleared Dr. Michael Brown of any legal or ethical misconduct.
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Faith on the Mic: 'American Idol' contestants make bold stand for God
Two contestants on American Idol are gaining attention not just for their talent but for their outspoken Christian faith. Seventeen-year-old Canaan James Hill and 25-year-old Breanna Nix have used their time on the show to glorify God in both word and song.
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Jamal Roberts, Mississippi PE teacher and worship leader, wins season 23 of American Idol
Jamal Roberts, a high school physical education teacher from Mississippi and father of three, has been named the winner of American Idol season 23. Known for his deep gospel roots and emotional performances, Roberts captured the hearts of audiences across the country with his authenticity and vocal talent.