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Why we never grow out of the gospel
Why we never grow out of the gospel

If you're like me and most Christians, you probably spent a majority of your life thinking that the gospel was just for non-Christians who needed to hear the message of God to be saved and not for existing Christians who already are saved.

What does the Bible have to say about taking risks?
What does the Bible have to say about taking risks?

Life is full of risks, and missing the opportunity to take some -- probably even most -- of them could lead to much regret in the end. What does God say about risk and how does He exemplify for us how to deal with and respond to risks?

Pope Francis asks refugees\' forgiveness for West\'s \'indifference\'
Pope Francis asks refugees' forgiveness for West's 'indifference'

Pope Francis has apologised to refugees for the lack of welcome shown them in the societies where they have sought refuge.

Knowing what God values and how this changes our life
Knowing what God values and how this changes our life

It was Albert Einstein who once said, "Try not to become a man of success, but rather try to become a man of value." Values are a set of beliefs, priorities or views that we find most important in our lives, thus affecting the way we act and make decisions.

Church and mosque build \'beautiful relationship\' after sharing building
Church and mosque build 'beautiful relationship' after sharing building

A church and a mosque in America have developed a 'beautiful relationship', after the imam offered local Christians a home while their church waited for a new building.

Louisiana passes \'pastor protection bill\' deemed unnecessary by opponents
Louisiana passes 'pastor protection bill' deemed unnecessary by opponents

Louisiana's House of Representatives has passed a 'pastor protection bill' aimed at ensuring ministers and religious organisations are not forced to support same-sex marriages contrary to their beliefs.

7 signs of a weak pastor: Ron Edmonson cites ways to spot flawed church leaders
7 signs of a weak pastor: Ron Edmonson cites ways to spot flawed church leaders

Pastor Ron Edmonson of Immanuel Baptist Church says that no church leader is perfect, but they need to come to terms with their flaws and shortcomings in order to become better vessels for God's Word.

Whole Foods to counter-sue Christian pastor over anti-gay cake claim
Whole Foods to counter-sue Christian pastor over anti-gay cake claim

The US-based grocery chain is counter-suing Jordan Brown, who launched an action against it after he claimed an anti-gay message was iced on a cake he bought.

10 quotes on faith from Queen Elizabeth II
10 quotes on faith from Queen Elizabeth II

It's often forgotten that Queen Elizabeth has the title of Supreme Governor of the Church of England, as well as being the UK's longest reigning monarch. This title reflects a genuine Christian faith, and she often talks on how faith in Jesus inspires her and keeps her going.

MPs to debate whether to declare ISIS crimes genocide
MPs to debate whether to declare ISIS crimes genocide

Parliament will today debate whether to label ISIS' atrocities against Christians, Yazidis and other minorities as 'genocide'.

Syrian talks appear doomed as air strike kills dozens in market
Syrian talks appear doomed as air strike kills dozens in market

Syrian peace talks appeared all but doomed on Tuesday after air strikes killed about 40 people in a crowded vegetable market.

Rick Warren says people\'s thoughts shape their lives: \'Be careful what you think\'
Rick Warren says people's thoughts shape their lives: 'Be careful what you think'

Pastor Rick Warren of Saddleback Church believes that the things that go around the minds of Christians ultimately shape their lives, and this is why it is important for them to change their thoughts for the better.

\'Duck Dynasty\' star Missy Robertson passes on marriage advice to son Reed: \'You\'re no longer allowed to come home\'
'Duck Dynasty' star Missy Robertson passes on marriage advice to son Reed: 'You're no longer allowed to come home'

Now that her son Reed Robertson is engaged to his long-time girlfriend Brighton Thompson, "Duck Dynasty" star Missy is passing on some sage marriage advice that she received from her own father: Once Reed gets married, he is no longer allowed to come home.

Catholic university\'s decision to invite Bill Clinton as commencement speaker assailed
Catholic university's decision to invite Bill Clinton as commencement speaker assailed

Loyola Marymount University's decision to invite former U.S. president Bill Clinton, a pro-abortion politician, as its commencement speaker for the May 7 graduation "is a new low in the University's repeated betrayal of its Catholic mission."

4 things to remember when praying for your future husband or wife
4 things to remember when praying for your future husband or wife

Praying for a spouse is something that will be familiar to most single Christians. Whether you're about to do it for the first time or the 50th, these four things are worth remembering when praying for a spouse.

Donald Trump needs to read the Bible and pray, says Ben Carson
Donald Trump needs to read the Bible and pray, says Ben Carson

Retired neurosurgeon and former presidential candidate Ben Carson thinks that reading the Bible will do a world of good for leading Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump as it will help him become more humble and sensitive to other peoples' plights.