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Catholic Church Leaders in China Beg Vatican to Push Against Persecution and Refuse to Make Compromises
Catholic church leaders from the diocese of Datong in China have urged the Vatican to help push against the persecution that they face and to not make compromises with the Chinese government.
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Pastor Husband of Christian Woman Bulldozed While Protesting Church Demolition Says Murderers' Sentencing Too Light
Two members of a demolition team who ran over a pastor's wife with a bulldozer as she protested the church demolition have been sentenced for the murder -- but the woman's husband believes their penalties are too light.
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Catholic Priests Arrested in China, Forced to Study Communist Gov't's Orders on Religious Practices
In a shocking violation of religious freedom, two underground Catholic priests were recently detained in Hebei Province, China, and forced to study the Communist government's orders on how Christianity is to be practiced.
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Christian Persecution is Ignored Because There's No Word to Adequately Describe It, Says Bishop
While Christians are one of the most persecuted religious groups in the world, it's generally ignored because, unlike Muslims and Jews, Christians have no good word to describe it, a UK archbishop has said.
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Thanksgiving 2018: Best Bible Verses to Help You Practice Genuine Gratitude
This Thanksgiving, seek to practice genuine thankfulness, thanking God for the many blessings He showers on His children. In honor of Thanksgiving, here are twelve Bible verses to remind us of God's goodness, faithfulness, and protection.
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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