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Help Orphaned Fire Survivor Sa'fyre Fulfill Wish of Getting Christmas Cards from Around World, Aunt Says God Saved Her for a Reason
A sole-surviving 8-year-old girl in New York has a simple Christmas wish this year after losing her family to a fire started by an arsonist: She would like to fill up a tree-shaped card display her aunt purchased at a thrift store with Christmas cards from every state and around the world.
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Micah Maddox on Prayer for When Life is Out of Control: 'Get Alone, Allow God to Fill In Shattered Places'
What’s a desperate, hurting soul to do when life is completely out of control? Cling to Jesus, suggests inspirational speaker Micah Maddox. "If you know Him, He’s already with you. Right there, in the midst of the uncontrollable, He knows every single detail of your struggle. He is an anchor that does not budge. When everything else changes, Jesus is a constant."
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Pastor Saeed Abedini's Wife Naghmeh Advocates for Imprisoned Husband: 'I Cannot Deny His Love, Passion for Jesus,' despite Marital Abuse
After deliberately stepping away from social media on Nov. 1, Naghmeh Abedini, wife of incarcerated U.S. Pastor Saeed Abedini in Iran, told Facebook supporters on Monday she will continue her public advocacy for her husband, despite revelations about "very dark parts" of their marriage. She previously halted any public support of her spouse, citing continued psychological, physical, emotional and sexual abuse, especially his addiction to pornography.
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Dolly Parton's True Life 'Coat of Many Colors' Movie Spotlights Faith in God, Blessings From Rags to Riches
Entertainment icon and country music legend Dolly Parton shares the story of her humble beginnings and life lessons in a new NBC movie "Coat of Many Colors" that premieres Thursday, Dec. 10, 2015, at 8 p.m. CST. "Everything I am that's good came from my family and my faith in God," Parton told viewers of NBC's "The Voice" on Tuesday evening.
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Duluth Diocese Files Bankruptcy After $8.1M Judgment on 1978 Sex Abuse Case by Priest
Roman Catholic Diocese of Duluth bishops announced on Monday (Dec. 7) they filed for emergency bankruptcy protection following a jury verdict last month that held the Minnesota diocese responsible for more than half of an $8.1 million judgment on behalf of a victim of sex abuse by a priest.
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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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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
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Woman pastor analyzes: How Chinese gender culture shapes female ministers’ roles in churches
In traditional Chinese culture, deeply ingrained notions of gender roles, often expressed as "male strong, female weak," significantly influence the position of women in society and the church. This issue is particularly pertinent for female pastors navigating their roles in ministry. Rev. Dora Wang, Ph.D., from China Evangelical Seminary North America (CESNA), recently addressed this topic in a seminar, sharing her insights on the challenges women face in ministry and proposing strategies to su