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Supreme Court to hear Christian groups' challenge to Obamacare over religious freedom and birth control
The US Supreme Court on Wednesday will consider appeals by Christian groups demanding full exemption on religious grounds from a requirement under President Barack Obama's healthcare law to provide health insurance covering contraceptives.
Pakistan: 'The anger of extremists is boiling over', church leader warns, as Christians on 'high alert' for Easter attacks
Christians in Pakistan are on high alert in the run-up to Easter following the execution of the man who murdered the reforming Punjab governor Salman Taseer.
Pope Francis to wash feet of young refugees on Holy Thursday
Pope Francis will wash the feet of twelve young refugees on Holy Thursday, re-enacting a rite Jesus performed on his apostles before being crucified.
Bishop of Gloucester to spend Good Friday in women's prison
The Bishop of Gloucester, Rt Rev Rachel Treweek, is to go to prison for three days this week.
What 'turn the other cheek' means (and doesn't) in an age of terrorism
The horrific attacks in Brussels, claimed by ISIS, have left us once again shocked. Jesus has something powerful to say to the problem, but his words need to be carefully understood before being applied.
ISIS claims killing of Christian in Bangladesh as a 'lesson to others'
Islamic State has claimed responsibility for stabbing a Christian to death in Bangladesh.
Brussels attacks: El Bakraoui brothers named as ISIS suicide bombers
RTBF, quoting a police source, named the suspected bombers as Khalid and Brahim El Bakraoui, two brothers resident in Brussels and known to the security services for crime.
4 things that stop us from believing we can lead
Leadership can be overwhelming even before we step into a leadership mantle, and we can come up with reasons to step down.
5 verses that will help kids appreciate discipline
As children, obeying our parents is not something that we are obliged to do, but it is an opportunity to do so through the grace of God.
Why did Jesus spend time with the Pharisees?
Like any other story, one will read the story of the Bible and instantly have a "most hated character." When you get to the gospels, you'll know that many people will instantly hate the Pharisees.
Is God's will and timing always what's good for me?
Trusting in God's timing has got to be one of the most prevalent challenges for believers today. How hard can it be really? It shouldn't be that much of a challenge, should it?
How good character is damaged
Beyond just looking to grow bank accounts, recognition, circles and reputation, we are to desire growth in the area of character.
Obama challenges Communist-led Cuba with call for democracy
US President Barack Obama challenged Cuba's Communist government with an impassioned call for democracy and economic reforms on Tuesday, addressing the Cuban people directly in a historic speech broadcast throughout the island.
Franklin Graham calls Donald Trump a 'political phenomenon' that beats even March Madness
Hardly anything beats the popularity of basketball every March, but Reverend Franklin Graham has noticed something else that has caught people's attention - Trump Madness.
More Christians in U.S. support Israel than Christians in Israel itself, survey shows
A new survey by Pew Research Center showed more Christians in the United States are supporting Israel than Israeli Christians.
$400-M Museum of the Bible showcasing rare artefacts, manuscripts to rise in D.C. in 2017
The Museum of the Bible is currently being constructed in Washington and once completed in 2017, it will offer more than 40,000 artifacts, manuscripts and texts related to the Holy Scripture.