Franklin Graham defends Pres. Trump not swearing on the Bible: 'It wasn't intentional.'
In an exclusive interview with Premier, Rev. Franklin Graham shared his reflections on President Donald Trump’s second inauguration, addressing the unexpected moment when Trump did not place his hand on a Bible while taking the oath of office. According to Graham, the incident was not deliberate.
Trump declares the United States a two-gender nation
On his first day in office, President Donald Trump signed an executive order affirming that the United States officially recognizes only two biological sexes: male and female.
Global Christian Relief releases first ever world persecution report 'The Red List'
Global Christian Relief (GCR) has published its first-ever persecution report, highlighting the five countries where Christians face the most severe persecution across five critical categories. Released on January 7, the 2025 GCR Red List is described as the first quantifiable, verifiable index covering incidents from 2022 to 2024. The report tracks violence in five key areas: killings, attacks on buildings, arrests, displacement, and kidnappings/assaults.
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.
Reflecting on the Universiti Malaya professor sexual harrassment case: Helping survivors rebuild dignity through counseling and support
The recent sexual harassment case involving a professor at a Malaysian university has drawn widespread public attention. This incident not only exposes deeper issues of power abuse in academia but also compels us to reconsider the profound and lasting impact sexual harassment has on individuals.
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.
Billy Graham Evangelistic Association to share the Gospel across 5 continents in 2025
People worldwide are searching for answers to life’s deepest questions but often don’t know where to turn. To offer hope through the message of Jesus Christ, the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association (BGEA) will partner with thousands of churches in 2025 for global evangelistic events spanning North America, South America, Europe, Africa, and Asia.
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CCK calls on WEA 2025 GA host church to halt financial support and demands key leadership resignations
On January 17, the Christian Council of Korea (CCK) issued a statement raising concerns about the World Evangelical Alliance (WEA) conference scheduled for October in Seoul, South Korea. The CCK urged Sarang Church, the designated host of WEA 2025, to disclose its financial support for the event and called for the resignation of Rev. Samuel Chiang, WEA’s Deputy Secretary General and a key figure in the conference’s preparation.
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What do pastors think about AI-generated sermons? Insights from Lo Lung-kwong and Chan Yip-kong
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Korean cult leader who raped victims ‘in the name of God’ sentenced to 17 years in prison
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One Malaysian Chinese Christian's Reflection on Campus Ministry and the Expanding Passion for the Gospel
Soh Or Kan, a Malaysian Chinese Christian, looks back on his years of service in the university Christian fellowship with profound reflection. His experiences in the fellowship shaped his understanding of the Gospel mission, expanding it beyond campus boundaries to the wider community.
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Pew Report Evaluates Countries with Severe Religious Persecution: Egypt and Syria Top the List
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Billy Graham Library Offers a Heartwarming Christmas Journey
