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NBA Rumors: Kevin Durant vs. Russell Westbrook; Jealousy, Competition Drives MVP Out of OKC
The Oklahoma City Thunder are considered dangerous competitors against contenders Golden State Warriors and San Antonio Spurs. Given the situation of the Stephen Curry team at the moment, there remains a huge possibility that the Western Conference crown could be taken home by either Kawhi Leonard and LaMarcus Aldridge or Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook. Although both teams are capable of winning the top spot, one thing appears to separate the San Antonio Spurs from the Oklahoma City Thunder:

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NBA Rumors: Boston Celtics Target Huge Marcus Smart Cash in; Isaiah Thomas, Jared Sullinger Shopped
The Boston Celtics are morphing into formidable threats in the Eastern Conference despite their young core. Facing off against experienced teams like the Miami Heat, Atlanta Hawks and Cleveland Cavaliers, the Marcus Smart squad managed to claw their way up in the division. With the recent blowout victory over the Al Harford squad, the Boston Celtics are gradually gaining the respect and confidence they badly want from the NBA community.

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NFL Rumors: San Francisco 49ers Colin Kaepernick Out, Paxton Lynch in; Jarryd Hayne Fails Aussies Again
While the San Francisco 49ers and Colin Kaepernick continue their negotiations, reports are circulating that Chip Kelly might just have found the perfect solution for the dilemma - kick out Kaepernick from the roster and sign a fresh star in the form of Paxton Lynch.

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NFL Mock Draft: Dallas Cowboys vs. Philadelphia Eagles For Carson Wentz; Tony Romo to Mentor Dakota QB
The NFL community has been excitedly waiting for the draft season when new and promising young stars will enter the league. Among the names constantly under scrutiny is Carson Wentz who may or may not be the top pick this season. Amid the fanfare, two NFL teams are pitted against each other as both reportedly want the North Dakota star in their roster - the Dallas Cowboys and the Philadelphia Eagles.

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New England Patriots Deflategate Update: Tom Brady Remains Suspended, Rob Gronkowski May Leaven for Bigger Pay
The New England Patriots failed to redeem themselves completely during the past NFL season. With the Deflategate scandal hanging over their heads throughout the games, the Jimmy Graham squad responded with back to back wins. That is, until they had their first loss in the hands of Super Bowl 50 champs Denver Broncos who were then even missing veteran Peyton Manning from their roster. However, the New England Patriots eventually vowed to return next NFL season as a stronger and better football te

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Reflections on attending the 2025 International Gospel Conference
Over the past few days, I had the privilege of traveling to Jakarta for the 2025 International Gospel Conference organized by Stephen Tong Evangelistic Ministries International (STEMI).

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Rick Warren challenges pastors at WEA assembly: preach, teach, and heal like Jesus
On the opening night of the World Evangelical Alliance (WEA) General Assembly, Rick Warren issued a heartfelt challenge to church leaders around the world: “Don’t just preach the message of Jesus; learn His model—share the gospel with the poor, the sick, and the broken as He did; pray as He prayed; and build the church as He built it.”

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[Exclusive] Watoto Asia director Rev. Sunny Cheng: bringing life-changing education from Africa!
Watoto—an international Christian child-care ministry—held “Emily: A Life Story” in Hong Kong to promote “Keep a Girl in School” poverty-relief campaign. Following it, Rev. Sunny Cheng, the Asia Regional Director of Watoto, shared about his remarkable journey in ministry with Gospel Herald.
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[Exclusive Interview] Evangelist Stephen Tong exhorts the Chinese church to return to the foundations of reformed faith
During the 14th World Evangelical Alliance (WEA) General Assembly, Pastor Stephen Tong, the founder of the Reformed Evangelical Church of Indonesia, spoke with Gospel Herald (GH), offering earnest counsel to the Chinese church.
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Silicon Valley’s River of Life Christian Church to hold 2025 missions conference: “united in mission, unlimited possibilities”
River of Life Christian Church (ROLCC), the largest Chinese church in the United States located in Silicon Valley, will host its 2025 Missions Conference from October 17–19 under the theme “United in Mission, Unlimited Possibilities.”
