Korean Churches in Southern California Extend Help to LA Wildfire Victims
An offical of Korean churches in Southern California revealed their efforts to support victims of wildfires by purchasing and donating emergency relief supplies, including masks and blankets, to those in need.
5 times fire was used in the Bible as judgment: Reflecting on the LA wildfires
The recent wildfire in Los Angeles has prompted Pastor David Zhai (翟大衞) to reflect deeply on five significant instances of fire in the Bible. Pastor Zhai, a frequent speaker and preacher at churches in the Vancouver area, often interprets current events and news from a biblical and faith-based perspective.
Stelio Savante calls for prayer as Los Angeles Wildfires rage: 'It’s been devastating'
As fierce wildfires rage across Southern California, actor Stelio Savante, known for his roles in Pursuit of Freedom, Infidel, Nefarious, and the upcoming film Between Borders (releasing January 26), has issued an urgent call to prayer. Speaking from his Los Angeles home on Thursday, Savante described the dire conditions as the flames crept closer to his neighborhood, with the nearest blaze—the Palisades fire—just six miles away.
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.
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Unprecedented California Wildfires: Local Pastor Shares Experiences and Calls for Prayer
Wildfires have been raging across California since January 7, fueled by the strong Santa Ana winds that have swept through the Los Angeles area. The fires have caused widespread destruction, forcing thousands of residents to evacuate and reducing numerous luxury homes to ashes.
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Ministry Leader: Chinese Christians Need to Rethink Adoption, Churches Should Promote Adoption Culture
On September 5, 2024, China officially announced adjustments to its international adoption policy. Moving forward, except for foreign nationals adopting children who are direct relatives within three generations or stepchildren, the country will no longer send children abroad for adoption. According to statistics, since the Adoption Law legalized international adoptions in 1992, over 160,000 Chinese children have been adopted by foreign families.
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Reflections of the current Chinese Church from Augustine’s ‘The City of God’ by Chinese Scholar
Renowned Chinese scholar and pastor Dr. Stephen Chen (陈佐人) shared in a recent lecture St. Augustine’s relationship with modern liberalism and political theology. From there, he reflected on how these theories have impacted different cultural and political contexts. Chen exhorted Chinese Christians to avoid simplifying the complex discussion of modern political theology and to think critically amidst the diverse political landscape today.
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The Christian Perspective on Friday the 13th: Superstition vs. Sovereignty
Happy Friday everyone! But uh oh, it is also September 13th... Friday the 13th is a day that, for many, evokes a sense of superstition and unease. Rooted in folklore and popular culture, this day has become synonymous with bad luck, with countless movies, books, and stories reinforcing its reputation. But for Christians, how should we view Friday the 13th? Should we be concerned about the supposed bad luck it brings, or is there a deeper, biblical truth that offers a counter-narrative to this fe
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China's National Security Law Enacted in Hong Kong, Overriding 'One Country, Two Systems'
China's President Xi Jinping has signed into law a controversial national security legislation for Hong Kong on Monday, according to Xinhua News Agency. The law was passed without consultation and oversight by Hong Kong's Legislative Council, overriding the principle of 'one country, two systems' in the Basic Law.
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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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Royal Australian Navy Is Looking For ‘Devout Muslims’ To Bolster Their Ranks
28 June 2017: It is ironic that the Royal Australian Navy is on the lookout for ‘devout Muslims’ in order to boost their ranks, when so much misery and terror attacks in the name of religion are caused by Muslims themselves who think that they are ridding the world of the ‘worst of creatures’, as per the Quran.
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Christians in India Protest Textbook Calling Jesus ‘Demon,’ Mistake a ‘Typo Error’ Says State Board
June 12, 2017: Christian groups in India are in an uproar over a Hindi textbook that refers to Jesus as a “demon.”
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Study: Playing Video Games And Watching TV Can Cause Cavities In Children
7 June 2017: A University of Toyama research team claims that video games could be the cause of cavities in school children, and it involves watching TV as well. Does this mean candy and chocolate is on the menu again?
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Bill 89: Canada’s New Law Allows Gov't to Seize Children from Homes That Don’t Support LGBTQI
Pro-family advocates in Canada are in an uproar over the newly passed Bill 89, which allows the government to take children away from parents who don’t support the LGBTQI ideology.
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YMCA Celebrates Its 173rd Anniversary
6 June 2017: On 6 June, 1844, George Williams founded the YMCA, otherwise known as the Y or the Young Men's Christian Association. It has since grown to benefit more than 57 million people globally with 125 national associations. 2017 marks the YMCA's 173rd anniversary.
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'Terrible Racist' Who Repented Thanks Anonymously Donates $2K to Black Church
A church with predominantly African American members received a large donation from an anonymous donor who confessed to being a "terrible racist" in the past, but had been "cleansed" of their sin by Jesus Christ.
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Man Says He’s Not Forgotten By God After Being Imprisoned for 35 Years To A Crime He Did Not Commit
If your life is in a mess right now, you can take courage and hope from the story of Gene Mcguire who witnessed the love and faithfulness of God through the 35 years of being imprisoned for a crime he did not commit.
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Memorial Day 2017 Events And Activities
How are you able to spend your time this Memorial Day? Here is a list of things which you can do, and have a happy Memorial Day!