Philip Yancey steps down from ministry after revealing long-term affair
Renowned Christian author Philip Yancey has announced that he will withdraw from public ministry, following the revelation of a long-term extramarital affair.
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Philip Yancey steps down from ministry after revealing long-term affair
Renowned Christian author Philip Yancey has announced that he will withdraw from public ministry, following the revelation of a long-term extramarital affair.
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Although Christians should accept that governments have a right to raise taxes and Christians have an obligation to pay them, this does not mean that Christians should approve of all forms of taxation that governments may decide to impose.
Donnie McClurkin denies rape claims from former parishioner
Popular gospel singer and pastor Donnie McClurkin said recent claims of rape and sexual assault from a man who served as a personal assistant at his church are “contrived and untrue." Believing he “will be vindicated," he asked for prayers for his accuser.
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Churches across the UK are being encouraged to actively support Dry January this New Year, as millions of people commit to a month without alcohol.
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