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NBA Rumors: Miami Heat Confirm Jahlil Okafor Trade; Hassan Whiteside, Goran Dragic Train With Sixers Star
The Miami Heat are in the process of rebuilding their roster after two-thirds of their original big three, which was composed of LeBron James, Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh, left the team. Ever since the Cleveland Cavaliers re-claimed King James, the Hassan Whiteside squad has gone downhill. Moreover, the exit of Dwyane Wade to the Chicago Bulls just cemented the decline. However, it looks like Pat Riley refuses to go down without a fight as a Jahlil Okafor trade is expected to be announced this of
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NBA Rumors: OKC Russell Westbrook Announces Joel Embiid Max Contract Bid; Sixers C Threaten Steven Adams, Enes Kanter?
The Philadelphia 76ers appears to be done waiting for a Joel Embiid full recovery. With two more promising center players on deck, Jahlil Okafor and Nerlens Noel, the team is said to look into dislodging the injured star this offseason. Hence, it comes as no surprise that the Oklahoma City Thunder came running when a Joel Embiid trade finally opened recently.
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NFL Rumors: Houston Texans Announce Joey Bosa Trade Success; Brock Osweiler, J.J. Watt Mentor DE
The Houston Texans are making great strides in the preseason games especially in breaking in newly signed quarterback Brock Osweiler who once played for Super Bowl winners Denver Broncos as a Peyton Manning backup. However, a JJ Watt injury now puts fear in the hearts of their fans. Will the said Joey Bosa trade be the answer to their prayers?
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NFL Rumors: Oakland Raiders Confirm Tim Tebow NFL Return; Derek Carr, Khalil Mack Welcome Christian QB
The Oakland Raiders suffered a devastating loss to the Green Bay Packers in the NFL preseason games. With the Khalil Mack team pegged as early favorites in the league, this loss to the Aaron Rodgers squad had put a huge blow on their confidence especially getting in the regular season. However, it looks like the Oakland Raiders have a backup plan as a Tim Tebow NFL comeback is said to be in the works with the Derek Carr squad.
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NBA Rumors: Houston Rockets Consider Nick Young Trade; James Harden, Eric Gordon Back Swaggy P
The surprise move of the Houston Rockets to no longer re-sign Jason Terry this offseason raised questions on the potential NBA trade decisions the James Harden team will make soon. While the Eric Gordon squad has yet to finalize the deal, it is widely anticipated that they are on the verge of completing a Nick Young trade. Will this boost the Houston Rockets' chances next NBA season?
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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.
