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7 Ethiopian Christians arrested after praying against Satan's kingdom
Seven Ethiopian Christians have been arrested and detained in the north-western town of Chagni on suspicion of praying against the government when they prayed against the devil's kingdom, according to World Watch Monitor (WWM).
Moody Bible Institute under pressure as it fires radio presenter who alleged dodgy dealings
The Moody Bible Institute (MBI) of Chicago, founded in 1886 and named after the renowned American evangelist Dwight L Moody, appeared to be in crisis today after firing one of its popular radio presenters who criticised the institute for irregular dealings.
US 'Dreamers' under threat of deportation handed lifeline by judge's ruling
Donald Trump's plan to end a programme shielding young people brought to the US illegally by their parents from deportation looked in doubt today after evangelical leaders said they were 'deeply concerned' and a US judge temporarily blocked the move.
My story: A Methodist minister describes how he survived a devastating illness â and gave himself to God
Returning to the car after shopping, I felt a sudden stabbing pain in my back near my kidneys and collapsed.
Open Doors 2018 World Watch List: Christians in Egypt and Turkey targeted in 'unprecedented' spike in persecution
Christians in Egypt experienced an unprecedented spike in persecution last year, a watchdog's annual report claims, with more than 200 people driven from their homes and 128 killed.
Tim Farron says he was wrong to deny gay sex was sinful
Former Liberal Democrat leader Tim Farron has spoken of his regret at saying he did not believe gay sex was sinful after sustained media pressure on him.
The Jewish people in adversity: The bush which never burns
In our biblical passage today, what G-d is telling Moses, the shepherd of the Jewish people (and in Hebrew shepherd also means beloved) is that the difficult Exodus from Egypt is necessary and fraught with danger. The Jewish people will nevertheless eventually arrive in their promised home of Israel, but...
Trump adviser Paula White says send money to her for blessings â or face divine consequences
Donald Trump's spiritual adviser Paula White has told people to send her money â ideally their January salary â in order to receive blessings, or face divine consequences.
'A wound in the Church': Pope Francis blasts hypocritical pastors with 'double lives'
Pastors who preach one thing and do another are harmful and, like the scribes and Pharisees of old, they end up leading a double life when they detach themselves from God and his people, the Pope said in his sermon yesterday during Mass at the Domus Sanctae Marthae in the Vatican.
'It's disgusting' says victim of Andy Savage's sexual assault after church applauds him
The woman who was sexually assaulted 20 years ago aged 17 by the megachurch pastor Andy Savage has responded to his apology and to his church rallying around him with a standing ovation, saying: 'It's disgusting'.
Didn't bother with New Year's resolutions? Here are 3 things you can definitely manage to do this year
It's already January, and the clock is ticking. Are you already on your way to achieving your faith goals for this year?
Why the 'sandals of the Gospel of peace' described in Ephesians 6 are so important for us
One of the pieces included in the armor of God in Ephesians 6 is a piece of footwear called the "preparation of the gospel of peace." Other versions call it the "sandals of the Gospel of peace." We might not realize it, but this piece of armor is very, very important.
3 ways Christians break a person's trust
Trust is a very fragile thing that needs care not to break. Once broken, trust is difficult to restore, and might not even be restored to its original state prior to breaking. We wouldn't want to break the trust someone places on us.
3 ways Christians can overcome any crisis
When times of crisis come, all who believe in Christ and take refuge in God are assured of victory.
3 ways Christians can shine even in poverty
Whether a Christian is rich or poor doesn't matter, because God is the equalizer.
3 tips to making peace with all people
As children of God, we ought to be a people who love peace and make peace with others. This is a noble thing to do.