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Chinese Christians Ordered to Replace Pictures of Jesus With Xi Jinping - Or Lose Poverty Relief Quota
Thousands of Christians in an impoverished Chinese village were told to replace their posters of Jesus Christ and other religious imagery with photographs of Chinese President Xi Jinping -- or lose their quota from the poverty-relief fund.
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Franklin Graham 'Disappointed' in Brad Paisley for Mocking Trump at CMA Awards
Evangelist Franklin Graham said he's "disappointed" that country star Brad Paisley used his platform at the Country Music Awards to poke fun at President Donald Trump.
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Exclusive: 'The Man Who Invented Christmas' Actor Dan Stevens on 'Redemptive' Story Behind 'A Christmas Carol'
"The Man Who Invented Christmas" follows author Charles Dickens and the circumstances that prompted him to create the characters of Ebenezer Scrooge, Tiny Tim, Jacob Marley, and the rest.
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'The Star' Christian Movie Review: An Unconventional, Charming Re-Telling of Jesus' Birth
The birth of Jesus Christ - the singular event that changed the course of history and the future of mankind - is easily the most famous story ever recorded. So, when faced with the challenge of telling the story of the Nativity in a fresh, yet biblically accurate way, the filmmakers behind "The Star" came up with an unconventional idea: They'd tell it from the point of view of the animals.
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Pastor Davey Blackburn Whose Pregnant Wife Amanda was Murdered Announces Engagement
Davey Blackburn, the Indianapolis pastor whose pregnant wife was murdered in a violent home invasion, has announced he is engaged - and is excited to "celebrate God's redemption in our story."
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Pastor John Piper Offers Insight and Encouragement for First-Time Bible Readers in 2025
As the new year begins, many Christians have resolved to take on the project of reading the Bible cover to cover. That's great and all, but if it's your first time, just where do you start?
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[Exclusive Interview] A revelation within the brink of life and death — Meg Leung’s mission in Christian art
Meg Leung (梁麗橋), an artist with a lifelong love for watercolor painting, sees her art as more than a means of expressing her inner world; it is a bridge connecting her to God. Her artistic journey has revealed God’s perfect plan and inspired her to communicate the power of faith through her wor
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Korean cult leader who raped victims ‘in the name of God’ sentenced to 17 years in prison
Jung Myung-seok (정명석), leader of the Korean religious cult Jesus Morning Star (JMS), also known as Christian Gospel Mission (CGM), has been sentenced to 17 years in prison by South Korea’s Supreme Court.
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Transgenderism a fundamental human right? Hong Kong public disagrees, survey finds
A 2024 survey from the Society for Truth and Light (明光社)'s Center for Life and Ethics Research reveals that respondents from various backgrounds prioritize personal safety and fairness when it comes to transgender issues. When laws involve moral judgments, most respondents believe courts should not make the decisions. The study also indicates that religious believers share similar views with non-religious respondents, reflecting that many churches may rarely address gender topics in depth.
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Former President Jimmy Carter Honored with State Funeral, Grandchildren Reflect on Sunday School Legacy
Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, remembered not only for his leadership but also for his lifelong dedication to teaching Sunday school, was laid to rest on January 9 in a solemn state funeral filled with scripture and heartfelt tributes.