Article By Julie Brown Patton

  • CIA Director Warns ISIL Will Wage more Western Attacks, Global Terrorism 'Not Curbed'

    In an official address to U.S. Senate Intelligence Committee members Thursday, Central Intelligence Agency Director John Brennan said Islamic State militants are attempting to deploy operatives for further attacks on the West, and will rely more on guerrilla-style tactics to compensate for their recent territorial losses.

    CIA Director Warns ISIL Will Wage more Western Attacks, Global Terrorism 'Not Curbed'

  • Orlando Shooter Claimed Religion Led to Police Academy Rejection

    The shooter that left 49 Americans dead and 53 wounded at an Orland, Fla., gay nightclub on June 12 graduated from community college with a criminal justice degree, worked as a security guard and apparently wanted to be a police officer. But when a police academy rejected Omar Mateen's application, he complained he was denied due to his Muslim faith.

    Orlando Shooter Claimed Religion Led to Police Academy Rejection

  • Proselytizers Stopped at Kentucky School District Per Freedom from Religion Complaints

    Fellowship of Christian Athletes representatives were asked this week to halt activities in the Jefferson County Public Schools system based in Louisville, Ky., after Freedom From Religion Foundation representatives, along with its 150 Kentucky chapter members, filed complaints.

    Proselytizers Stopped at Kentucky School District Per Freedom from Religion Complaints

  • Grammy Gospel Singer Kirk Franklin Earns Second 'losing My Religion' Hit

    Ten-time Grammy award-winning artist, songwriter and producer Kirk Franklin garnered a second No. 1 hit with his latest single "123 Victory," which took the top spot on the Mediabase Gospel radio chart Monday. He celebrated by posting on a 123 Victory fan video on YouTube.

    Grammy Gospel Singer Kirk Franklin Earns Second 'losing My Religion' Hit

  • Christian Girls Kidnapped in Egypt, Likely Forced To Marry and Convert to Islam

    A recent wave of kidnappings in upper Egypt of female teenagers has the local Christian community there "paralyzed," warns International Christian Concern representatives. ICC issued a news release, indicating at least seven disappearance cases now have happened, and that the missing girls were taken "likely to be forcefully married and converted to Islam."

    Christian Girls Kidnapped in Egypt, Likely Forced To Marry and Convert to Islam
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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?

    Pastor John Piper Offers Insight and Encouragement for First-Time Bible Readers in 2025

  • [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

    [Exclusive Interview] A revelation within the brink of life and death — Meg Leung’s mission in Christian art

  • 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.

    Transgenderism a fundamental human right? Hong Kong public disagrees, survey finds

  • 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.

    Discipleship and Evangelism: Walking the Path of the Great Commission

  • 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

    North America Chinese Evangelical Seminary year-end report highlights significant ministry progress