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Doug Phillips Once Again Sued for Using Nanny as 'Personal Sex Object'
Doug Phillips, former president of Vision Forum Ministries, is once again being sued by his former employee for using her as a "personal sex object" over the course of several years. This is the latest development in a long and disconcerting scandal involving Phillips.
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What Is the Meaning of Easter for Christians? Life of Jesus Christ
This Holy Season, Christians reflect on Jesus' life and death and what His resurrection means for those who believe in Him.
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'Heaven Is For Real' Producers Hope Film Will Appeal to All Audiences
The producers of Christian drama "Heaven is for Real" hope that the film uplifts and challenges both Christian and non-Christian audiences and opens doors for further faith-based movie productions.
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'Homeless Jesus' Statue Sparks Controversy in Upscale Community in North Carolina
A statue titled "Jesus the Homeless" has raised mixed emotions in the upscale community of Davidson, North Carolina. While some view the sculpture as "demeaning to the community," others believe it is a refreshingly accurate depiction of the humanity of Christ.
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Christians React to Honey Maid's Pro-Gay Ad, Urge Prayers for Nabisco
Christian organizations and pastors are taking to social media to respond to Honey Maid's controversial pro-gay ads. While some say they will boycott the company, others fear for the traditional family and urge Christians to pray for Nabisco.
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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.
