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Ancient Seal of Old Testament King Hezekiah Uncovered in Jerusalem: 'This Is As Close As We Can Get to Touching Him'
Israeli archaeologists have deciphered a seal impression bearing the name of Old Testament King Hezekiah, who is widely regarded as one of the greatest kings of Judah.

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Ben Carson Reveals He Doesn't Believe Hell Is a Physical Place: 'I Cannot Imagine a Loving God Tormenting Somebody Forever'
Republican presidential candidate Ben Carson has revealed that he doesn't believe hell is a physical place, as he cannot imagine a loving God "tormenting somebody forever."

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'In Christ Alone' Hymn Writers to Include Freshly-Arranged Christmas Carol Addressing Christian Persecution To 'Joy - An Irish Christmas' Concert Tour
For the fourth year in a row, world-renowned modern hymn writers Keith and Kristyn Getty are bringing their popular holiday concert tour, "Joy - An Irish Christmas", to cities around the U.S. This time, however, their traditional set of Irish folk music, bluegrass and hymns will include one unlikely Christmas carol that addresses the persecution currently facing Christians worldwide.

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In Heartbreaking Journal Entry Penned Hours Before Her Murder, Amanda Blackburn Reveals Love for Jesus: 'You Work Everything Out for a Perfect Purpose'
Amanda Blackburn, the pregnant wife of Indiana pastor Davey Blackburn who was brutally murdered on Nov. 10, expressed her love for Jesus and shared her favorite hymn in a heartbreaking journal entry penned mere hours before her death.

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Satanic Temple to Erect 'Snaketivity' Display on Michigan Capitol Lawn to Protest Nativity Scene: 'Jesus Christ Isn't Afraid of Snake People'
The Satanic Temple of Detroit has announced it plans to re-erect its controversial Snaketivity display on the Michigan Capitol lawn in an attempt to counter a live Nativity scene planned by U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz's presidential campaign.

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Qatar Evangelical Alliance breaks ground on worship center, witnessing Christ in a Muslim nation
A worship center for evangelical churches has commenced construction in Qatar, marking a significant spiritual milestone in the history of evangelicals in the country.

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Hong Kong's deadliest fire in a Century: churches mobilize and pray to support the community
On 26 November, a severe level‑five fire broke out at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po. Early reports said at least 13 people died and 23 were injured. Local churches mobilize to support the community and pray.

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Christians gather in Hong Kong to pray for victims of Tai Po Hong Fu Court fire
More than 1,000 Christians gathered in Hong Kong on Dec. 5 for a united prayer service commemorating the victims of the five-alarm fire that devastated Hong Fu Court in Tai Po on Nov. 26, destroying thousands of homes and killing 159 people.

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U.S. Congressional hearing highlights religious freedom challenges facing Chinese Christians and other faith communities
A recent U.S. congressional hearing cast a spotlight on religious freedom conditions in China, with witnesses sharing firsthand accounts of pressure faced by Christian, Muslim, and Tibetan Buddhist communities.

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Through education and healthcare: ACTS bears witness to the Gospel in West Africa
Silicon Valley’s River of Life Christian Church, based in California, founded Africa Career Training School (ACTS ), which has built schools and clinics in Togo, Benin and other West African nations.
