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Tullian Tchividjian Refutes Tim Keller, D.A. Carson's Statement on His Gospel Coalition Exit
Tullian Tchividjian says the statement published by Pastors Keller and Carson on The Gospel Coalition's website concerning his departure is "misleading" and a "flat out lie." He believes he was bullied into removing his content, despite Pastor Rick Phillip's assertions that the decision was "not at all personal."
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50 US Senators Demand Washington Redskins Change 'Racist' Name
Fifty members of the U.S. Senate are calling on the Washington Redskins to change their team name to something less "racially charged."
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Seahawks' Russell Wilson Relies on Faith Midst Criticism Following Divorce, Remains Active with Charities
Despite asking for prayer and privacy, Russell Wilson became the target of a slew of online criticism following his divorce. However, the Seattle Seahawk's QB has clung to his faith during this painful time, quoting Bible verses on social media and remaining active with charity work.
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MH370 Found? Former Malaysia PM Accuses CIA, Boeing of Hiding Information Concerning Missing Plane
In a recent blog post titled "What Goes Up Must Come Down," Dr. Mahathir Mohamad accused America's CIA of not releasing information concerning the Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370, which has been missing for over two months. The former PM says looking for any debris is a "waste of time and money."
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Transgender Students Welcomed in Public Schools - How Should Christian Parents Respond?
California recently passed a law allowing transgender students to use restrooms and play on sports teams that match their expressed genders. Many Christian parents are concerned about how this law will affect their children.
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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.