In 1/3 of the world’s countries it is forbidden to evangelize
Laws prohibiting blasphemy are ‘alarmingly widespread’ throughout the world, with many countries setting disproportionate punishments ranging from imprisonment to the death penalty.A report on anti-blasphemy and anti conversion laws were presented this month by the US-sanctioned Commission on International Religious
After Chile Eases Ban on Abortion, President Michelle Bachelet Seeks to ‘Legalize Gay Marriage’
SANTIAGO, Chile — A week after a Chilean court allowed the nation to ease its complete ban on abortion, Chilean President Michelle Bachelet has presented a bill that would “legalize” same-sex “marriage” in the country. “We can’t let old prejudices
Jordanian Believers Providing Safe Haven for Refugees
Jordan (Mission Network News) — With neighbors like Syria and Iraq, you wouldn’t expect Jordan to stay stable, let alone represent a safe haven for fleeing refugees. Yet according to Rama Haddadin, Project Coordinator at the Jordanian Bible Society, Jordanian
Researcher Verifies Historical Existence of 50+ Men in Old Testament Using Archaeology
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. – A Purdue University researcher has verified the existence of 53 men mentioned in the Old Testament by painstakingly reviewing ancient historical sources and comparing them to the Bible. Dr. Lawrence Mykytiuk is an associate professor of library
Paying Attention
John Newton wrote, “If, as I go home, a child has dropped a halfpenny, and if, by giving it another, I can wipe away its tears, I feel I have done something. I should be glad to do greater things;
‘Churches’ Nationwide Host Viewing Parties for Mayweather v. McGregor Fight
A number of Christian-identifying churches nationwide hosted viewing parties late Saturday into the early hours of Sunday morning for those interested in watching the Mayweather v. McGregor fight as Floyd Mayweather, who has spent time in jail for domestic battery, and
New Zealand Couple Refuses to Abort Son Diagnosed With Spina Bifida
Photo Credit: Markus Knigge(Christian Institute) — A couple has shared the incredible story of how they rejected abortion and chose life for their son after he was diagnosed with spina bifida. At 20 weeks of pregnancy, Catherine and Paul Harper
Hillsong’s Brian Houston Says He Believes in Biblical Marriage, But Christians Shouldn’t ‘Dismiss’ Homosexuals’ ‘Desire to Pursue Happiness’
As Australians are soon set to participate in a postal plebiscite on the issue of same-sex “marriage,” Hillsong leader Brian Houston has issued a statement outlining that he believes the Bible clearly states that God created marriage to be between a man and
Boko Haram in Cameroon: 8 Children Killed by Boy Suicide Bomber, 6 Others Kidnapped
(World Watch Monitor) — After a period of relative calm, the Far North region of Cameroon, along the Nigerian border, has witnessed an upsurge of attacks by Boko Haram in recent days. On Aug. 17, a church elder was killed
Toronto Politicians Seek to Ban Signs, Brochures Featuring Graphic Photos of Aborted Babies
Photo Credit: TwitterTORONTO — A number of politicians in Toronto, Canada are seeking ways to ban signs and flyers featuring photos of aborted babies after some residents have complained that the images are “upsetting.” “Women find them very upsetting,” City