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Pop star Jahméne Douglas says only his Christian faith is stopping him from killing himself
Douglas, runner-up to James Arthur in the X Factor in 2012, posted on Twitter that he is in a dark place and does not know what to do any more.

Do some of the original supporters of Pope Francis now want him to resign?
A Catholic commentator in Italy is suggesting that some of the cardinals who voted for Francis to succeed Benedict XVI now want him to resign to avert a rift in the Church

Is It Wrong If I Don't Want To Lift My Hands In Worship Publicly?
For some Christians, one of the challenges we come to face is coming to terms with public worship and the lifting of hands. Is it really necessary?

3 Amazing Lessons We Can Learn From The Shortest Verse There Is: John 11:35
Here are three amazing lessons that we can get from the shortest verse in the Bible: John 11:35

'The Shack' Star Sam Worthington Shares His Faith Journey, Says He Came To God 'By Choice'
Some people are fortunate enough to have grown up with a good Christian background, but "The Shack" star Sam Worthington said he actually came to his faith very late in life.

If God Loves His People So Much, Why Didn't He Just Take Them With Him To Heaven?
Why do people need to live and suffer here on earth when they could just spend every moment with God in heaven? This was a question that Pastor Rick Warren from Saddleback Church wanted believers to reflect on as he explained the purpose of life.

Teacher Suspended After Reading Bible Verses To His Students
A primary school teacher in France was suspended after he reportedly read passages from the Bible to his students aged nine to 11.

Why No Justice Yet For Murdered Pakistani Christian Shahbaz Bhatti?
Pakistai is not doing enough to secure justice for murdered Christian cabinet member Shahbaz Bhatti, say Pakistan's Chrstians.

ISIS Militants Drilled Bullet Hole In Bible To 'Desecrate Symbol Of Christianity'
When the Islamic State (ISIS) invaded the city of Batnaya in Nineveh province, Northern Iraq, in 2014, the militants murdered many of the 6,000 Christians living there, according to The Rebel.

Shocking Rise In Religious Persecution Of Christians Unveiled In China Aid Annual Report
A 'seismic shift' in China's approach to religion has led to a massive rise in persecution of Christians and other faiths, according to one of the main human rights charities.

US Seeks End To UN Rights Council's 'Obsession' With Israel
President Donald Trump's administration is reviewing United States participation in the United Nations Human Rights Council, seeking reform of its agenda and an end to its 'obsession with Israel', sources have revealed.

3 Attitudes That Great Christian Leaders Should Have
In the sight of God, the heart matters a lot more than our looks, skills, talents, and perceived achievements. While the world rewards those who own titles and awards, the Lord God simply honours those who are humble. While God appreciates and celebrates our victories, He is more overjoyed when our hearts are right before Him.

3 Ways Resting Differs from Quitting
Quitting is very different from resting. Christ Jesus calls us to rest in Him, while we keep on fighting the good fight of faith. God wants us to rest under the shadow of His wings as we push towards holy and righteous living. Resting allows us to push further, while quitting doesn't.

3 Wrong Thoughts That Can Stop Us From Receiving God's Provision
All of us who believe in the Lord Jesus Christ are told that God will provide all that we need, but why is it that many of us suffer from lack? If God graciously provides all that we need according to His riches in glory in Christ Jesus, then why is it that many of us Christians appear poor or needy?

Why Does God Let Us Experience Hurt?
Here are three ways that God allows us to benefit even from the self-inflicted pain of our sin.

4 Reasons To Believe That A Life Lived For God Is Never Pointless
Here are four reasons that will convince you that a life lived with Christ is never pointless.