Eyewitness report from Asbury revival two years ago
On February 8, 2023, following a routine chapel service at Asbury University, a handful of students remained in prayer and worship. What began as a small gathering soon ignited into a movement of the Holy Spirit that spread like wildfire, capturing global attention. This spontaneous revival, rooted in the experiences of college students at the Asbury campus in Wilmore, Kentucky, became a testament to God’s work reaching across the world.
Reverend Dr. Stephen Tong honored with 2025 Kuyper Prize for excellence in reformed theology and public life
Grand Rapids, MI – March 16, 2025 – In a momentous occasion that underscored his lifetime commitment to evangelism, theology, and cultural engagement, Reverend Dr. Stephen Tong was awarded the prestigious 2025 Abraham Kuyper Prize for Excellence in Reformed Theology and Public Life. The event, held at Calvin University, recognized Dr. Tong’s outstanding contributions to theological education, evangelistic outreach, and the promotion of Reformed thought across the globe.
Reviving a nation: Kuyper conference 2025 sparks reformed awakening in Jakarta
Jakarta, Indonesia – From March 13 to 15, 2025, Jakarta became the epicenter of theological discourse as it hosted the Kuyper Conference and Prize 2025. This year's theme, "Reforming Always and Everywhere: Neo-Calvinism and the Reformed Tradition," brought together scholars, theologians, and practitioners from around the globe to explore the enduring impact of Neo-Calvinism within the Reformed tradition.
ESV Bible makes major update: Controversial verse in Genesis reworded
In its first major textual revision in nearly a decade, the English Standard Version (ESV) Bible is set to undergo updates to 36 passages across 42 verses.
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Thousands of Students Flock to Kentucky Revival, Over 2,000 Surrender to Christ
Lexington, KY—A wave of spiritual revival swept through Kentucky as an estimated 8,000 students gathered in Rupp Arena, lifting the name of Jesus in a night of worship, prayer, and transformation. The event, organized in collaboration with the Unite Us Movement, left an indelible mark on attendees, as more than 2,000 students made life-changing decisions to surrender their lives to Christ.
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Artist Meg Leung inspired to revive Christian Art in the U.K. after moving from Hong Kong
Seeing a lack of Christian art in the U.K.'s vibrant creative scene, Hong Kong-born artist Meg Leung (梁麗橋) is using her talents to reintroduce faith-based artwork and share the gospel.
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Christian New Life Association Member Testimonies: From Lost to Recovered, Running to Life's Turning Point
Christian New Life Association (CNLA) is planning to relocate its Rehabilitation Village to Lantau Island. As part of the fundraising efforts for the relocation, the Standard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon organizers have sponsored 70 members who will participate in a 10-kilometer run and share how exercise has changed their lives.
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From Darkness to Light: The Faith Journey of Dr. Ming Wang, a First-Generation Chinese Immigrant
The first Hollywood Chinese gospel film, "Sight," is based on the story of Dr. Ming Wang, who recently gave an exclusive interview to The Gospel Herald. Dr. Wang is a man with Jesus, a purpose, and a passion, always striving to do his best.
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Will the World End in 2017 With the Dawning of 'Great American Eclipse'? Leading Evangelists Respond
Will the world end in 2017? With the upcoming "Great American Eclipse", wars, and ongoing terrorism seen around the world, some have speculated that we are indeed living in the End Times.
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Billy Graham Says This Is the 'Most Important Thing' to Remember About Antichrist
July 24, 2017: This is the most important thing to remember about the Antichrist, according to evangelist Billy Graham.
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Top 20 Christian Conservative Groups 'Making Difference' Identified in ACFI Survey
Leading the list of the top 20 most effective organizations making a difference in culture, based on a survey among Christian conservatives, were the American Center for Law and Justice (35 percent) and the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association (33 percent). The list was compiled through a study conducted by the California-based American Culture & Faith Institute.
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U2's Vocalist Bono Shares Message to Christian Artists: 'Pleasing God Means Being Brutally Honest'
U2 vocalist Bono has been spending the past years reading and out life lessons from the Bible, particularly from the book of Psalms that offers ancient hymns and poetry. From his studies, Bono realized that art often calls for honesty.
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Many Pastors Overworked, Feel Inadequate, Says Survey—Find Out How You Can Help Prevent Pastor Burnout
An online survey conducted among pastors revealed that many of them are working more hours than they should and that, at times, they feel unable to meet what their role demands.
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Saeed Abedini Recounts Torture in Iranian Hospital: ‘They Beat Me in Front of My Mom’
Pastor Saeed Abedini said that when he was still detained in Iran, he was taken out of prison and brought to Day Hospital in Tehran to be tortured while his mother watched. “They attack me and they grabbed me and they throw me to their car like a lamb,” he recounted, “and when hospital nurses came to help me they punched them to their chest and throw them to the wall.”
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New Online Directory Helps Deaf Christians Find Church Holding Services for the Deaf
Deaf Christians often find it a challenge to locate a church they can attend because not all churches offer deaf accessible services. To address this need, an organization has set up a database that provides information for deaf Christians looking for churches that can accommodate them.
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Amid Great Persecution, More Than 3,000 Former Muslims in Middle East, Africa and Asia Get Baptized into Christ
More than 3,000 former Muslims were recently baptized as Christians in various sites of the Assembly of Living God Church across the Middle East, Africa and Asia. However, the church sent out an urgent call for prayer for the recovery and protection of a ministry leader who suffered from damage to the skull after being stoned by extremists.
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Islamic Holy Book Stolen From Interfaith NC Airport Chapel, Critical Note Left
Two copies of the Quran were stolen from the interfaith chapel at the Charlotte Douglas International Airport in North Carolina. In their place was left a religiously disparaging handwritten note.
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'Playing On God's Team:' War Room Actor T.C. Stallings Protects Faith Within Acting Career
Former pro football athlete and current author, motivational speaker and actor T. C. Stallings said the Lord shifted his passion from sports to acting, and he deliberately has managed that part of his career through film representation that protects his faith. "God is author of my life, and the director of my movies," he proclaims.