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Pope insists devil is real following controversy over his alleged denial of hell's existence

Pope Francis has stressed in a recent document that the devil is a real "personal being who assails us," just weeks after he drew controversy for allegedly telling a journalist that hell does not exist.

5 Bible verses on healing
5 Bible verses on healing

You can't go through life without experiencing pain. We must always remember that Christ is the ultimate healer; He can heal us in ways no one can. Take a look at these scriptures and find encouragement to always ask God for healing.

South African archbishop reveals how he escaped death in apartheid era
South African archbishop reveals how he escaped death in apartheid era

The archbishop of Cape Town has spoken of the time he narrowly escaped death at the hands of South Africa's police during the country's apartheid years in a video interview with the archbishop of Canterbury.

Steve Chalke: Heaven is not just for Christians
Steve Chalke: Heaven is not just for Christians

Heaven cannot just be for Christians, a prominent church leader has said, suggesting that if only Christians had enteral life then salvation would be a 'geographical lottery'.

Archbishop of Canterbury: Journalists are 'indispensable' to modern Britain
Archbishop of Canterbury: Journalists are 'indispensable' to modern Britain

The archbishop of Canterbury has said 'there is nothing more important' than a free press holding people to account.

Bill Hybels resigns from Willow Creek after misconduct allegations
Bill Hybels resigns from Willow Creek after misconduct allegations

Willow Creek founder Bill Hybels has stepped down from his position following allegations of inappropriate behaviour with women over several decades.

Vietnam hands down lengthy prison sentences to Christan human rights lawyer and five activists
Vietnam hands down lengthy prison sentences to Christan human rights lawyer and five activists

A Christian human rights lawyer and five pro-Democracy activists received lengthy prison sentences in Vietnam for alleged activities against the state.

Quebec bishops considering ordination of married men into priesthood
Quebec bishops considering ordination of married men into priesthood

Catholic priests have to maintain a vow of celibacy hence they are not permitted to marry.

Majority of pastors say church members are rarely punished for misconduct
Majority of pastors say church members are rarely punished for misconduct

A majority of pastors in the U.S. have said that they have never heard of a case when a church member was disciplined for misconduct, a new survey has found.

Greek Orthodox Christians celebrate Easter by burning Judas effigy
Greek Orthodox Christians celebrate Easter by burning Judas effigy

Orthodox Christians in Greece's Peloponnese peninsula celebrated Easter Sunday by taking an effigy of Judas and setting it on fire.

5 Common misconceptions about Christianity
5 Common misconceptions about Christianity

From the outside looking in, it is really hard to understand what being a Christian is all about. This religion and belief aren't just something you can understand through reading books; Christianity is a way of life. Do you want to know what the common misconceptions about Christianity are?

5 Ways to introduce God to your children
5 Ways to introduce God to your children

It's always ideal to start kids young, especially if you want them to develop a good habit. The same holds true when introducing God to your kids. To help you out, here are five ways on how you can introduce God to your children.

5 Companies whose owners instill Christian values in their businesses
5 Companies whose owners instill Christian values in their businesses

You may be surprised to know that there are Christian business owners who still instill Christian values in their business. Here are five of these companies.

New York church encourages members to carry firearms as pastor declares, 'We are not a gun-free zone'
New York church encourages members to carry firearms as pastor declares, 'We are not a gun-free zone'

Pastor Ron Russell of the Lighthouse Mexico Church Of God said it's his responsibility to protect the members of his church.

Occam's Razor: The Christian philosopher who made things simple
Occam's Razor: The Christian philosopher who made things simple

Today is the Anglican feast day of William of Ockham, a medieval theologian famous for the 'razor' that also bears his name. Who was he and what did he teach?

'We do God, we just don't talk about it': Peter Stanford on bringing faith back to the fore
'We do God, we just don't talk about it': Peter Stanford on bringing faith back to the fore

'One of my favourite figures is that one in six atheists believe in angels...none of it is as clear cut as people think. Faith is still a powerful force in people's lives.'