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When Does Lent 2017 Start and End? Lent Devotional Readings, Meaning and History
This year, the season of Lent begins on Wednesday, March 1 and ends on Thursday, April 13. During this 40-day period, Christians prepare for Easter by practicing self-denial and simplicity, focusing on spiritual renewal and growth, and reflecting on Christ's sacrifice on the cross.
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Tim Tebow Slammed on Twitter for Promoting ‘The Shack,’ Which Depicts God as Woman
Tim Tebow has come under criticism on Twitter after praising the upcoming film "The Shack," a film based on a novel of the same title that depicts God as a woman and has been the subject of debate among Christians for years.
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Billy Graham on Why God Warns Against Having Bad Thoughts and How to Fight Them
Evangelist Billy Graham has explained why God warns against thinking bad thoughts about others and offered tips for crowding out such thoughts when they arise.
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Rory Feek Reflects on Life Without Joey and First Grammy Win: 'It Was a Dream Come True'
Nearly one year after Joey Feek died of cancer, her husband, Rory Feek, has reflected on life without his wife and shared how the first Grammy win for Joey + Rory was a "dream come true."
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Pastor Forgives, Invites to Church Criminal Responsible for Beheading Statue of Jesus Christ - Twice
An Indiana pastor has forgiven and invited to church the vandal responsible for beheading a statue of Jesus Christ for the second time in two weeks.
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Dr. Fenggang Yang analyzes the 2024 election: religious factors come to the fore, huge impact from Evangelicals
Religious factors have shown their significance in the recently called 2024 U.S. elections. Support from the Evangelical Christians have proven critical to Trump’s reelection. Dr. Fenggang Yang (杨凤岗), professor of Sociology of Religion at Purdue University, pointed this out in a recent discussion amongst Chinese pastors.
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20 Bible passages to nurture a strong and enduring marriage
There is no magic in prayer verses, but there is power in God’s truth to bring forgiveness, healing, renewal, and restoration, no matter how disastrous things seem to be. God’s touch is broad, His love is immense, and His grace can cover everything. Prayer + God’s Word = Power, this is the formula God works His miracles through. We’ve picked out 20 Bible passages to pray for your marriage with, as listed below:
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Thanksgiving Fair and Luncheon Hosted by River of Life Foundation, ROLCC New Wave English Ministry, and Santa Clara Mayor’s Office
Santa Clara, CA – November 1, 2024 – The River of Life Foundation, in collaboration with River of Life Christian Church’s New Wave English Ministry and the Santa Clara City Mayor's Office, is proud to announce the Annual Thanks Giving Fair and Luncheon scheduled for Saturday, November 16th, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM on the River of Life Christian Church’s campus
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Survey: Hong Kong teens generally identify with traditional Chinese cultural values
In order an effort to promote traditional Chinese culture, the Chinese YMCA of Hong Kong, in collaboration with Macao YMCA, Guangzhou Suigang'ao Teenagers Institute, and the Teacher Chang Foundation of Taiwan, has conducted a survey on teens measuring their cultural awareness. They found that Hong Kong youths generally identify with and support the values of traditional Chinese culture.
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Global Lutherans celebrate Reformation Day, ‘trusting in the power of grace in a merciless time’.
Yesterday, October 31, was Reformation Day, and Lutherans around the world held various events in commemoration. In Singapore, the Lutheran Church advocated for Christian communion, while the German Lutheran Church encouraged believers to face the challenge of “trusting in the power of grace in a merciless time.”
