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Tullian Tchividjian Apologizes for 'Slipping,' Calls Tim Keller an 'Older Brother and Mentor,' Encourages Unity
In blog post written earlier today, Pastor Tullian Tchividjian reflect on his exit from The Gospel Coalition. He apologizes for his part in the issue and says that despite their differences, he views the other pastors at TGC as brothers in Christ.
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Stripper Possessed by Demons Experiences Freedom Through the Gospel
Julia, a former exotic dancer, struggled with demon possession and issues of self-worth for many years before finding freedom through a relationship with Christ. Today, she is an active Christian who wants to inspire others through her story.
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LeVar Burton's 'Reading Rainbow' Kickstarter Raised Over $1 Million Goal in 1 Day
LeVar Burton's campaign to reintroduce the popular TV show "Reading Rainbow" has gone above and beyond expectations, garnering two million dollars in less than 24 hours.
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After Drowning, Woman Experiences Heaven and Talks with Angels
Dr. Mary Neal was on a lighthearted kayaking vacation when she drowned in a treacherous body of water in Chile. During this time, she went to heaven and met angels, who told her it was not yet her time. Mary tells her story to encourage others about the tremendous love of God.
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California School Systems Honor a Sexual Predator; Parents, Religious Groups Respond
The state of California recently commemorated Harvey Milk, the first openly gay politician to successfully run for public office the state. However, Milk was also a known predator who preyed on young boys. The American Family Association is speaking out, calling this action a "twisted definition of education."
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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.