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Reformed Pastors Respond to Tullian Tchividjian’s Explosive Exit From The Gospel Coalition
Pastor Tullian Tchividjian recently announced his surprising exit from The Gospel Coalition, "the central hub of the Reformed evangelical movement.” As tensions rise and respected theologians express anger and hurt, Pastor Kevin DeYoung wants everyone to remember that ultimately, "the most important story is the gospel story."
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Obama Admin. Remain 'Indifferent' to Pregnant Sudanese Christian Woman: US Senators
Two US senators have sent two letters to the Obama administration asking for aid for a pregnant Sudanese woman imprisoned for not recanting her faith. The Obama administration has been criticized for its indifference concerning the situation.
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Dream Work's 'How to Train Your Dragon 2' Movie Character Will Come Out as Gay, Parents 'Frustrated'
The writer/director of "How to Train Your Dragon 2," which will open next month, revealed that one of the key characters in the film will announce his homosexuality. Parents have responded with frustration at Hollywood's insistence on forcing "the issue on our kids."
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Duck Dynasty's Phil Robertson Defends Anti-Gay Comments in Easter Sermon
In a sermon preached over Easter weekend, "Duck Dynasty" patriarch Phil Robertson defends the comments he made to GQ Magazine in which he stated that homosexuality was a sin.
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Hillsong Pastor Says 'Relationship with Christ' Key to Outreach, Defends Justin Bieber
Hillsong NYC pastor Carl Lentz discussed his goals as a pastor, why he refuses to discuss controversial issues from the pulpit, and his relationship with Justin Bieber in a recent interview.
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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.