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Wycliffe Bible Translators Adopts Panel's Ten Best Practices in Muslim Context Translation
Wycliffe Global Alliance and SIL International received last week ten recommendations from an independent panel organized by World Evangelical Alliance on their controversial Bible translation practices. They include interpretations for a Muslim context.
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Francis Chan at Saddleback: 'Rejoice in the Lord Always. It is God's Command.'
Famed author and evangelical pastor Francis Chan said at Saddleback Church that God commands Christians to “rejoice in the Lord always” in spite of how bad the world looks.
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Law and Gay Marriage: Homosexuality is Not a Civil Rights Issue (Pt I)
It’s not about civil rights, but the government is affirming homosexuality and even promoting the lifestyles and relationship of social homosexuality, and that does not promote the general welfare of the society.
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Greg Laurie Preaches Hope and Eternal Perspective at Saddleback Church
Evangelist Greg Laurie said he "invited himself" to speak in place of Rick Warren at Sadddleback Church's weekend worship services, because he understands the need to mourn as he has also lost his son to a car accident five years ago.
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Is Boston Marathon Bombing Victim Lu Lingzi in Heaven?
The public has expressed their grief and sadness towards the innocent lives that were claimed. Meanwhile, some questioned were raised on whether Lu’s soul is in heaven as she had been involved with InterVarsity Christian Fellowship at Boston University, but did not publicly declare her faith in Jesus Christ.
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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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Faith and freedom: USCIRF Chair Vicky Hartzler shares insights on China’s religious landscape
As China continues to update its religious regulations, changes in the country’s faith environment and space for religious practice have drawn increased global attention. In this interview, USCIRF Chair Vicky Hartzler responds to questions about religious policy, human rights, and faith, offering her perspectives on China’s current situation and sharing words of support and encouragement for Christians facing challenges.
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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.
