Churches Hit by Sequential Raids in Hunan and Hubei as China Tightens Grip on Unregistered Religious Activities
Recent enforcement actions against unregistered house churches in Hunan and Hubei provinces.
Brazilian Medical Student Acquitted in Free Speech Case Over Biological Sex Comments
A case against a Brazilian medical student, prosecuted for her social media comments on biological sex, has concluded with an acquittal, according to the legal organization ADF International.
Joni Lamb’s granddaughter abuse case closed without charges
a police investigation into allegations of sexual abuse involving the granddaughter of daystar television co-founder Joni Lamb has been officially closed due to insufficient evidence, local authorities confirmed this week.
Trial begins for man accused of killing Houston pastor in road rage shooting
After nearly three years of waiting, the family of Pastor Ronald K. Mouton may finally see the justice they’ve long been hoping for. This week, the man accused of shooting and killing the beloved Houston church leader during a road rage incident in 2022 is facing trial.
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U.S. Supreme Court backs TikTok ban over concerns for national security
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled on January 17 in favor of banning TikTok, marking a significant legal defeat for the social media platform. Beginning Sunday, January 19, TikTok will no longer be available for download in the United States.
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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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Christian School Teacher Arrested for Affair With Teen Student Believed 'God Opened Door' to School
A former Christian school teacher who faces charges including sodomy, rape and contributing to the sexual delinquency of a minor after having an affair with a 15-year-old student once said she believed "God opened the door for her" to become a teacher.
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Wife of Pastor Charged With Sex Trafficking Teenage Girls Arrested for Obstructing Investigation
The wife of one of three Ohio pastors accused of engaging in repeated sexual acts and the trafficking of teenage girls has been indicted on federal charges accusing her of interfering in her husband's investigation.
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Pastor Thwarts Armed Robbery on Bible Study by Invoking Name of Jesus: 'The Power of God is Real'
Dr. Julius Zant, a Maryland pastor, has shared how he deflected a robbery attempt by invoking the name of Jesus - an incident he said proves "the power of God is real."
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Jewish Extremist Sentenced to Four Years in Prison for Arson Attack on 4th Century 'Jesus Miracle Church'
A Jewish extremist was sentenced to four years in prison for a 2015 arson attack that damaged a church in northern Israel where Christians believe Jesus performed the miracle of the loaves and fishes.
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Christian Teacher and Pastor Suspended for 'Misgendering' Transgender Student Sues School for Religious Discrimination
A Christian teacher and pastor suspended for "misgendering" a transgender student is suing his school for religious discrimination and said his case reflects "an increasing trend of Christians being marginalized in the public square."
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Utah Girls Safely Recovered After Being Kidnapped by Father Who Betrothed Them to 'Prophet' Cult Leader
Two Utah girls have been found safely three months after they were kidnapped by their father, a cult member who betrothed the little girls to the leader of the sect, a self-identified "prophet"
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Supreme Court Hears Arguments in Colorado Gay Wedding Cake Case: 'It Could Dramatically Impact Freedom for Us All'
Today, the case of Colorado Christian baker Jack Phillips will finally be heard by the U.S. Supreme Court - and the Alliance Defending Freedom, the group representing Phillips, has said that what the high court decides "could dramatically impact freedom for us all."
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Salvation Army Worker Killed While Sharing Scripture, Clutching Bible Didn't Fear 'Retaliation' for Faith
A 21-year-old Salvation Army worker who was shot and killed while preaching the Gospel has been remembered as a devout Christian who had "no problem with the idea of being persecuted for the Gospel."
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Pakistan Bows to Islamists on ‘Blasphemy’ Suspects, Jeopardizing Last Chance for Christian Mother Asia Bibi
The Pakistan government's surrender to demands of an Islamic extremist group jeopardizes the last chances for Christian mother Aasiya Noreen (Asia Bibi) to overturn her death sentence for "blasphemy," sources said.
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Franklin Graham Urges Prayers Ahead of Christian Baker Jack Phillips’ Fight at The Supreme Court
Franklin Graham is urging prayers as the Supreme Court prepares to hear oral arguments in a landmark case regarding a Christian baker who refused to bake a cake for a same-sex wedding - a case Graham says "has huge repercussions for freedom of expression and religious liberty in our country."
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Ravi Zacharias Apologizes for Failing to 'Exercise Wise Caution' Amid Sexting Allegations
Apologist Ravi Zacharias had admitted he "failed to exercise wise caution and to protect myself from even the appearance of impropriety" when addressing a personal lawsuit involving a married woman who sent him nude photos.
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Christian Couple Who Lost Pastor Son, 7 Other Family Members in Texas Church Massacre File Claim Against USAF
A Christian couple who lost eight members of their family - including their pastor son - in a Texas church shooting has filed a legal claim with the US Air Force, saying the military branch is partially responsible for their deaths.