Czarina Ong

'Appeal to Heaven': Church urges American Christians to face many tough challenges like Washington's army
The year 2015 has not been easy for American Christians, what with the legalization of same-sex marriage, the horrors of abortion, and the persecution faced by Christians left and right.

Time for world to 'respond decisively' to ISIS war declarationâFranklin Graham
American evangelist Franklin Graham believes in only one God, and try as the Islamic State might to bring people to their religion by wreaking fear and violence, Graham vows that he will "bow my knee to no one except Almighty God."

Hillary Clinton, other Democratic bets refuse to use the term 'radical Islam'
Democrats seem to have an issue using the term "radical Islam," and this was displayed by presidential hopefuls Hillary Clinton, Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders, and former Maryland Governor Martin O'Malley during the CBS debate held on Saturday night.

Donald Trump urges authorities to conduct surveillance on mosques, even close them if need be
Republican presidential frontrunner Donald Trump has stressed the need for America to "watch and study" mosques in order to fight Islamic State militants, and if he has to, he would even be shutting down these religious institutions.

Cancer-stricken singer Joey Martin Feek shows no resentment as she surrenders her fate to God
Christian country singer Joey Martin Feek might have stopped seeking treatment for cervical cancer and surrendered to her fate here on Earth, but never once did she stop loving and expressing her faith in God.

Franklin Graham sends chaplains to Paris to provide emotional, spiritual support to locals
The locals of Paris, France are now fearful of their physical security because of the terror attacks that occured last Friday, but Reverend Franklin Graham also wants to help them cope with their emotional and turmoil.

It's 'blasphemy' to carry out violent acts in name of God; signs of 'end times' are here â Pope Francis
Roman Catholic pontiff Pope Francis condemned the terror attacks that occured in Paris last Friday as an "affront to human dignity," and he slammed those who carry out heinous acts in the name of God and religion.

Christianity banned in 'Downton Abbey,' that's why Crawley family are never seen saying grace at dinner â historical advisor
For several years, "Downton Abbey" historical advisor Alastair Bruce has tried his best to make sure that all the details incorporated into the show - from house decorations, fashions, and even dialogue - are fitting for a 1912 setting.

What happened in Paris could happen to America if Muslim migration remains unchecked, Franklin Graham warns
American evangelist Franklin Graham is not afraid to speak his mind and face criticisms left and right if he knows that the truth is needed for the betterment of his country. In light of the recent Paris terror attacks, Graham once again reiterated his stance to tighten immigration policies in America.

Billy Graham: For Christians, doing good deeds is not enough, and here's why
It is not enough for Christians just to do good deeds, says American evangelist Billy Graham, since they also need to embrace pure and Godly thoughts.

Surrendering to God: He's sent a boat and a chopper to rescue youâwhat more do you want? XXX Church pastor asks
When XXX Church Pastor Craig Gross wanted to preach about true surrender to God, he used a joke that old preachers like to use in order to get his message across.

Bethany Hamilton gushes about being a mother, says it's no big deal to change her son's diapers
"Soul Surfer" Bethany Hamilton is not letting her disability get in the way of motherhood duties. Even though she only has one arm, the athletic mother feels well-equipped to carry her son Tobias Dirks and change his diapers and not rely on her husband Adam Dirks to do all the legwork.

Female Genital Mutilation now a problem in U.S. with influx of Muslim migrants
Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) is a practice that is commonly observed in Muslim countries, but since there has been an influx of immigrants in the United States recently, the gruesome practice has been carried over to America.

Florida school boy threatened with sexual harassment charges over 'love note'
When a nine-year-old boy from Florida wrote a "love note" to his crush gushing about "how she wears the same uniform and how her eyes sparkled like diamonds," little did he know that it would be blown out of proportion and he would be charged with sexual harassment.

Son defends Ben Carson, says his dad is an honest man with 'truth and pure intentions' on his side
Republican presidential candidate Dr. Ben Carson has come under fire recently when a woman from Florida demanded that he take a paternity test since she claims he is the father of their love child.

Ellen DeGeneres pokes fun at Starbucks' red cup, sarcastically calling it 'Satan sipper'
A lot of people are weighing in on the Starbucks red cups issue, including famed talk show host Ellen DeGeneres. During "The Ellen Show" on Tuesday, DeGeneres held up the plain red Starbucks cup and poked fun of the people who believe it symbolizes a "war on Christmas."