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'Lucifer' Debuts Jan. 25 with Devil Sick of Hell, Owner of Los Angeles Nightclub On Fox-TV
"In the beginning, the angel Lucifer was cast out of heaven and condemned to rule hell for all eternity. Until he decided to take a vacation..." begins episodes of a new Fox-TV series entitled "Lucifer." The show premieres Monday, Jan. 25, at 8 p.m. CST, and is based on a character created by Neil Gaiman and later developed by Mike Carey for comic book publisher DC Comics' Vertigo imprint.
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'Mercy Street' New PBS Series Shows God Does Not Go By Uniforms During Civil War
A new PBS TV drama that premiered Jan. 17, Mercy Street, weaves together the lives of two volunteer nurses on opposing sides of the Civil War. Based on real events, the series is more about struggling with compassion and grace, rather than battles and glory. Viewers can catch the second episode on Sunday (Jan. 24) at 9 p.m. CST.
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Evangelical Church Groups in Italy Plan To Open Refugee ‘Humanitarian Corridor’
A pilot project intended to relocate 1,000 refugees to Italy on humanitarian visas is being finalized through an Italian ecumenical mission in Lebanon this week. The $1.42 million program is being largely financed by Waldensian Evangelical Church supporters, one of the religious groups that Italian taxpayers can select to receive a small percentage of their federal income taxes.
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'13 Hours: Secret Soldiers in Benghazi' Attacks Know God Protected Them Like a Cocoon
"Secret soldiers" who defended a CIA outpost in Benghazi, Libya, when jihadists attacked on Sept. 11, 2012, recently said at press events they know God protected them from overwhelming odds during the assault. The just-released movie "13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi" is based on the true story of six CIA contractors who risked their lives defending diplomatic people inside the U.S. State Department's Mission Control Compound during the violent hit.
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March For Life 2016 Attendees Plow On through East Coast Winter Storm, Blizzard 2016
Today's 43rd annual, national March for Life was still held on the U.S. National Mall in Washington, D.C., despite the large winter storm moving in (Jan. 22). Snow visibly accumulated on the people being interviewed in the event's livestream, as the march went on. The 2016 theme is "Pro-Life and Pro-Woman Go Hand in Hand."
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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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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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Discipleship and Evangelism: Walking the Path of the Great Commission
Like an ever-flowing spring, the gospel refreshes dry, parched lands and needs our unwavering passion and steadfast faith to transform lives and bring renewal. The "flame in our hearts" calls Christians to keep their faith and love for the Lord ablaze, representing the work and power of the Holy Spirit, driving us to proclaim God's glory boldly.
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North America Chinese Evangelical Seminary year-end report highlights significant ministry progress
As the year draws to a close, Rev. James Liu, President of the Chinese Evangelical Seminary North America (CESNA), reflected on the seminary’s remarkable growth and ministry development over the past year. Dedicated to providing theological education to Chinese Christians, CESNA continues to uphold its mission to remain faithful to the gospel and nurture believers. This year’s achievements span academic, ministerial, and outreach endeavors, fostering spiritual growth and advancing missionary wo