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A year in film: the Christian themes in 2015's biggest movies â Part One
A chance to reflect on what we've enjoyed on the big screen, and also on some of the Christian or religious themes that the big releases have incorporated...
U.S. army deserter Bowe Bergdahl recalls ordeal as Taliban prisoner for 5 years
American soldier Bowe Bergdahl who has been a captive of the Taliban militants for five years and now facing a court martial for desertion and misbehaviour after his escape, disclosed of his ordeal and how he has been interrogated with ridiculous questions by his captors.
'What matters is Christ's incarnation, not the date of His birthday and its celebration'
People have long debated about the true date of Jesus Christ's birth, but Scripture never revealed it. The story of His birth was shared in the Gospels of Matthew and Luke, but never once did they say that His birthday must be celebrated.
Christian victory on football field: U.S. Air Force Academy dumps atheists' complaint on praying football players
Christians have won in its battle to continue letting football players of the United States Air Force Academy kneel down in prayer in the football field, after Mikey Weinstein of the Military Religious Freedom Foundation filed a complaint against it.
Justin Bieber impresses fans with selfless gesture to give way to British charity song in race for Christmas No. 1 spot
Canadian singer Justin Bieber just made an incredibly selfless gesture this Christmas.
Billy Graham reminds Christians: Don't forget Jesus Christ after Christmas
It is all well and good for people to remember Jesus Christ during Christmas and celebrate His birth, but American evangelist Billy Graham believes it is very important not just to honour the Saviour once in a year. In fact, Graham says that remembering God should be a year-long event.
Derick Dillard shares how he and Jill celebrated their first Christmas in Central America
This was the first year that Derick and Jill Dillard and their infant son Israel David celebrated Christmas in Central America. The family who launched their own Christian ministry noticed there were a lot of differences in celebrating Christmas there compared to their hometown in Arkansas, but noted that the reason for celebration still remains the same.
Franklin Graham recalls his Christmas memories with his late mother Ruth
Reverend Franklin Graham got nostalgic this Christmas and recalled the fun memories his late mother Ruth used to stir up during the holidays.
Killing enemies like the ISIS terrorists is justified and doesn't violate Christian faith, Ted Cruz says
Republican presidential candidate and Texas senator Ted Cruz said he believes that he would not be violating his Christian faith if, as president, he follows up on his pledge to "carpet bomb" Islamic State (ISIS) terrorists and defeat them decisively.
President Obama's Christmas Eve message on Christian persecution sounds 'strange,' even 'crazy' to critics
Conservative critics remained dubious of the real intention of U.S. President Barack Obama even after he issued a statement on Christmas Eve denouncing the persecution of Christians in the Middle East.
ISIS leader Baghdadi threatens to attack Israel 'soon,' urges Saudis to overthrow their rulers
Making a rare public address on Christmas Day, the leader of the self-declared Islamic State (ISIS) Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi threatened to launch an attack on Israel in the coming days and called on Saudis to overthrow their rulers.
Christmas 'miracle': Virgin Mary's image 'appears' on church window in Georgia
A silhouette image of what many believers say looked like that of the Virgin Mary appeared on a portion of glass at a Catholic church days before Christmas in the U.S. state of Georgia, drawing crowds of curious onlookers, CBS News reported.
Manny Pacquiao raves about new Miss Universe, says her win will inspire his next match
Filipino boxing champ Manny Pacquiao was so inspired by the win of Miss Philippines Pia Wurtzbach during the 2015 Miss Universe pageant that he is going to use her victory as an inspiration for his next match.
Muslims boycott UK counter-extremism strategy Prevent
Fewer than one in ten of the extremism tip-offs made under the programme come from faith or community leaders within the Muslim community
CofE to fast track black and Asian clergy into leadership
The Church of England is to fast-track black and ethnic minority clergy into leadership after fears of institutional racism.
Gay CofE priest says decision to ban him may encourage people to 'think again'
The Church of Engand priest banned from taking services after he married his partner last year has said he has no need to be angry, because so many people are angry on his behalf.