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Joel Osteen: 'You can't watch the news 24 hours a day and expect to stay at rest'
Pastor Joel Osteen of Lakewood Church says that God calls on His children to live at rest in Him. When God says rest, that does not mean that people should go on a vacation and not do anything, since everybody has to work and face challenges.
Franklin Graham: Islam not just a threat to Christians but also to 'anyone â anywhere â who is a nonbeliever in their god'
Rev. Franklin Graham says that Osama bin Laden's death five years ago was "a major turning point" in America's fight against terror. He is lauding the country's military, intelligence forces, and Navy SEALs for carrying out the raid in Pakistan that resulted to the terrorist's death. However, Graham notes that the war on terror has not ended with bin Laden's death.
Former foes Israel, Egypt and Hamas join forces to stop a deadlier menace in region: Advancing ISIS militants
Three Mideast combatants who once traded lethal blows against each other have now formed a stunningly unlikely alliance against what they consider as a far deadlier menace in their region: the Islamic State (ISIS) terrorist group.
Christian leaders accuse NBA head of hypocrisy, attempt to bully Americans into accepting demands of 'sexual radicals'
At least two influential Christian leaders have raised their voices against the head of the National Basketball Association (NBA) for his "hypocrisy" and attempt to "bully" the American people into accepting and granting the demands of "sexual radicals."
Mother's Day gift ideas: a mini guide to ethical buys
It's Mother's Day in the US on May 8 and while many of us make an effort to show and tell our mums how much we love them all year round, when it comes to Mother's Day, choosing a gift which really encompasses her personality can be tricky. Why not pick a present that symbolises not only your love for her but her love for others this time around?
Holyrood elections: What the Scottish parties say about faith
Christian Today asked the parties standing for election in Scotland what they thought of faith communities.
Evangelical Christians publish 'call to resist' against Donald Trump
Evangelical, Catholic and other church leaders in the United States have published a "call to resist" the Republic front-runner Donald Trump.
Church has 'ignored the role of women', new Vatican magazine claims
A new Vatican magazine launched today has criticised the Church for "ignoring the role of women" both in the Church and within wider Catholic culture.
Chinese priest who helped North Korean defectors found dead
A priest who helped North Korean defectors flee their oppressive country was found dead in North-East China near the North Korean border on Saturday.
Ewan McGregor talks about his portrayal of Jesus Christ and the devil in 'Last Days in the Desert'
Scottish actor Ewan McGregor, best known for his role as Obi-Wan Kenobi in the "Star Wars" franchise, will be portraying both Jesus Christ and the devil in the upcoming movie "Last Days in the Desert" directed by Rodrigo Garcia.
The forgotten persecuted: 7 countries that abuse religious freedom
A new report refers to new and longstanding prisoners of conscience, the rise in numbers of refugees and continued acts of bigotry against Jews and Muslims in Europe.
Stephen Baldwin says life before Jesus was all about making money
Had it not been for his relationship with Jesus Christ, actor Stephen Baldwin would have remained absorbed in the materialistic and self-serving world of Hollywood.
Archbishop of Westminster supports Polish bishops in call for total abortion ban
Cardinal Vincent Nichols described abortion as "the destruction of an innocent human life and a tragic intervention into a woman's life".
Bangladesh: Christian family attacked with homemade bombs
A Christian family were attacked with crude bombs at their home in Bangladesh on Tuesday morning.
Anti-Extremism Bill may target Christians who oppose same-sex marriage, lobby group warns
Christians who oppose gay marriage could be targeted with "false accusations" of extremism under an upcoming bill, a lobby group has warned.
Holy Spirit strengthens persecuted Christians, says Pope
The Holy Spirit strengthens Christians through persecution, even to the point of death, Pope Francis said yesterday.