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Duggar Family Members React After Joy-Anna Duggar Announces She's Expecting Her First Child
September 1, 2017: After "Counting On" stars Joy-Anna Duggar and her new husband Austin Forsyth announced they are expecting their first child together, various members of the large Duggar clan took to social media to express their excitement.
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Hillsong's Brian Houston on Australia Same-Sex Marriage Vote: 'God's Word is Clear that Marriage is Between a Man and a Woman'
September 1, 2017: Hillsong Church Senior Pastor Brian Houston has urged Christians to participate in Australia's upcoming same-sex marriage vote and issued a reminder that "God's word is clear that marriage is between a man and a woman."
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Texas Gov. Greg Abbott Declares Sunday 'Day of Prayer' in Wake of Hurricane Harvey
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has declared Sunday Sept. 3, a Day of Prayer in the state and reminded Texans that the "greatest power that exists is the power of God" in the wake of Hurricane Harvey.
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Greg Laurie Responds After 2 Naked Men With Guns Arrested Inside Harvest Orange County Church
August 31, 2017: Harvest Orange County Church Pastor Greg Laurie has said he is "thankful to God for the prayers and abundant support of our community" after two naked men with a fake gun were arrested Wednesday night inside the Irvine, California church.
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Anne Graham-Lotz Prays Powerful Prayer over Texas in Wake of Hurricane Harvey Devastation
August 31, 2017: Anne Graham Lotz, daughter of famed evangelist Billy Graham, sent up a powerful prayer over Texas and Louisiana as Hurricane Harvey continues its path of destruction.
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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