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'Jihad Junior' in Latest ISIS Video: One Example of ISIS' Agenda for Children
No one living in a normal society would ever imagine that a child is a terrorist in training. Maybe that's what makes the ISIS poster child that has been getting a great deal of attention in the UK such a shock. A 6-year-old boy who is being called, "Jihad Junior" is getting a great deal of press lately for his extremist Muslim behavior, and his appearance in an ISIS video on Sunday. His mother, Grace Dare, wasn't even brought up in Islam. She is a convert to Islam from the Catholic religion.
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Missouri Flooding are 'Historic and Dangerous,' Says Governor; BGEA, Samaritan's Purse, Chick-fil-A Send Aid
The last time that Missouri saw such severe flooding was in 1993, according to Missouri Governor Jay Nixon. He also said that, "It's very clear that Missouri is in the midst of a very historic and dangerous flooding event. The amount of rain we've received, in some places in excess of a foot, has caused river levels not only to rise rapidly, but to go places they've never been before."
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Pastor Davey Blackburn: We Serve a God Who Will Heal Your Heart and Give You Hope
At the Christmas Eve service in Resonate Church, Pastor Davey Blackburn stood strong in his conviction that God gives people strength to carry hope in the midst of hurt. With all that he and the church have been through, he said during the evening service that, "Tonight, I just want to do what I would call a family talk."
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'The Voice' Winner Jordan Smith On Overcoming Fear: 'Where I End Is Where God Begins'
Jordan Smith has had to fight for his long-time dream to be on "The Voice". He has struggled with feelings of inadequacy and not being a "real" musician for a long time. He's always thought of himself as a singer, but playing an instrument and singing in front of people at the same time was another matter. Then there was the disappointment when he didn't make the cut for season eight. Empowered by his faith in Jesus, he found a way to overcome that for season 9.
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Oregon's Sweet Cakes of Melissa Bakery Pays $135,000 Fine Over Refusing To Make Gay Wedding Cake
Melissa and Aaron Kline are Christians who owned Sweet Cakes bakery. Their Oregon based bakery was ordered by the state to pay a $135,000 fine plus interest for "emotional damages" to a gay couple who wanted a wedding cake that they refused to make.
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Pastor John Piper Offers Insight and Encouragement for First-Time Bible Readers in 2025
As the new year begins, many Christians have resolved to take on the project of reading the Bible cover to cover. That's great and all, but if it's your first time, just where do you start?
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[Exclusive Interview] A revelation within the brink of life and death — Meg Leung’s mission in Christian art
Meg Leung (梁麗橋), an artist with a lifelong love for watercolor painting, sees her art as more than a means of expressing her inner world; it is a bridge connecting her to God. Her artistic journey has revealed God’s perfect plan and inspired her to communicate the power of faith through her wor
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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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Transgenderism a fundamental human right? Hong Kong public disagrees, survey finds
A 2024 survey from the Society for Truth and Light (明光社)'s Center for Life and Ethics Research reveals that respondents from various backgrounds prioritize personal safety and fairness when it comes to transgender issues. When laws involve moral judgments, most respondents believe courts should not make the decisions. The study also indicates that religious believers share similar views with non-religious respondents, reflecting that many churches may rarely address gender topics in depth.
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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.