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Rev. Billy Graham: Turn to God, Bible for Wisdom During Troubled Times, Launched 'Sharing Hope In Crisis Student Training' on Same Day of Paris Terrorist Attacks
In response to a Nov. 18 letter that asked if God suddenly steps in and solves everything people ask him to solve, Rev. Billy Graham in his "My Answer" column replied: "How does God help us when we face problems and troubles? First, He reminds us that we are never alone if we know Christ. When we commit our lives to Jesus, God adopts us into His family, and we become His children forever. More than that, God also comes to live within us by His Holy Spirit, assuring us of His love and giving us
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Actress Pauley Perrette Turns to Church After Assault from Homeless Man: 'I Prayed as Hard As I've Ever Prayed'
Actress Pauley Perrette headed to church Sunday to emotionally heal after being physically assaulted by a "psychotic, homeless man" after exiting her Hollywood home on Nov. 12, reported in ET. "I prayed as hard as I've ever prayed for anything ever in my life," she said about her reactions during the beating.
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Keep Churches Open Urges Pope Francis, Despite Security Worries, Even For 'Lapsed Believers' and Migrants
Amidst security fears resulting from recent terrorist attacks in Paris, Pope Francis on Wednesday said the doors of Catholic churches around the world must remain open.
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Band Playing 'Kiss the Devil' at Paris Terrorist Attack, Eagles of Death Metal, Addresses Tragedy For First Time
Members of the California-based band Eagles of Death Metal on Wednesday tweeted their first public statement after their show at Paris' Le Bataclan concert hall became the center of an international tragedy last Friday. The band reportedly was playing their song "Kiss the Devil" when three terrorists stormed the Paris theater, and indiscriminately began shooting into an estimated 1,000 concert-goers.
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Fox & Friends' Elisabeth Hasselbeck Calls President Barack Obama's Verbiage About Paris Terrorist Attack 'Cavalier,' Clashes With Press Secretary Josh Earnest
Fox & Friends co-host Elisabeth Hasselbeck confronted White House Press Secretary Josh Earnest in an interview Wednesday morning about what she called "aloof, apathetic and cavalier" verbiage used by President Barack Obama and Secretary of State John Kerry in response to ISIS attacks on France and the lives lost earlier this week. Earnest encouraged Hasselbeck to spend as much time on the president's actions as his words.
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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