News
Spark of life: Light flashes like fireworks when egg and sperm meet, scientists reveal
Researchers from the Northwestern University in Chicago successfully captured on film the bright flashes of light whenever a sperm cell meets an egg.
Distinct Mormon names: Expression of individuality or sign of cultural similarity?
In an article on the Religion News website, Utah-based folklorist Jennifer Mannsfield discussed why Mormons choose to give out-of-the-ordinary names to their children.
Catherine of Siena: 10 quotes about the love of God
Catherine became a traveller, a diplomat and a Church reformer. Her letters are regarded as spiritual classics.
Justin Bieber says he was NOT comparing himself to God
Justin Bieber has said he was not comparing himself to God when he posted a picture of himself on Instagram asleep in bed with the caption: "And on the 7th day."
Manny Pacquiao stunned by Abu Sayyaf plot to kidnap him, says he's not afraid because God is with him
Filipino boxing champ Manny Pacquiao was shocked when outgoing Philippine president Benigno Aquino III announced that local terrorists were planning to kidnap him. However, the retired Christian athlete expressed confidence that there was no such plot because he is in good terms with his Muslim brothers.
Pennsylvania church shooting: Father forgives killer but wants him to pay
Robert Braxton died when he was shot by Mark Storms after an altercation at Keystone Fellowship Church in Montgomeryville last Sunday morning.
Ted Cruz is the devil, says former speaker John Boehner
Top US politician John Boehner has described Republican presidential candidate Ted Cruz as 'Lucifer in the flesh'.
Former FBI agent says Americans should learn about Sharia law to know how terrorists think
Majority of Americans might not care to learn about the faith and practices of Muslims, but former FBI and counter-terrorism agent John Guandolo believes that it's about time Americans study up on the Sharia law and try to understand how Islamic terrorists think.
Miracle in Chicago? Pilgrims flock to see Orthodox icon weeping drops of oil
Tiny drops of sweet-smelling oil have been trickling down an icon of John the Baptist at Assumption Greek Orthodox Church in Chicago.
Captain America: Civil War review â Good vs Evil isn't always straightforward
Pick a side. In an age of confrontational, binary debates around everything from serious politics to the actions of celebrities, those three words have become a common part of our everyday lives.
Pastor John Piper shares 2 reasons why Christians should bury instead of cremate their dead
Pastor John Piper says that a lot of Christians are drawn to cremating their dead because it is more cost-efficient than a burial, and he is hoping that the church would be willing to help families that are financially struggling to conduct "simple Christ-exalting funerals and burials."
Lecrae confesses he stole a Bible from church in his new 'Unashamed' book
Award-winning rapper Lecrae shared a snippet from his new book "Unashamed" on his Facebook page, and revealed that he actually stole a Bible from his church when he first became a Christian.
Your pastor needs more prayers and encouragement than you think
Here are some mind-opening data from various studies from some very reliable sources that can hopefully compel us to continue praying for our local church pastors.
5 signs that you're a natural evangelist
God has called each and every believer to spread the good news of Jesus Christ and the hope that is found in Him so we can be effective witnesses. However, God has appointed and gifted some with a natural and exemplary drive and call to evangelize.
Does my sin affect my worship?
Worshiping God is never dependent on whether we are worthy to enter His presence or not because if it was we'd all be disqualified. It is rather an acknowledgment of what Jesus has done for us so that we are now free to enter His presence.
US military punishes 16 over deadly Afghan hospital bombing
The strike last October destroyed a hospital run by the international medical charity Medecins Sans Frontieres.