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Fruits of joy: How to find peace and joy in the midst of challenges
Fruits of joy: How to find peace and joy in the midst of challenges

The Bible tells us that by choosing to walk with Christ and His finished work, we are given the power through His spirit to bear fruits of joy, peace and so much more.

Australia blames refugee campaigners after asylum seeker sets herself on fire
Australia blames refugee campaigners after asylum seeker sets herself on fire

Australia blamed refugee advocates on Tuesday for "encouraging" asylum seekers held in remote camps towards of self-harm.

A stumbling block to our faith: fearing man instead of fearing God
A stumbling block to our faith: fearing man instead of fearing God

Without faith it is impossible to please God, but for so many people the fear of the opinion of others becomes a stumbling block in growing in faith and thus in pleasing God.

5 things your pastor needs you to do for yourself
5 things your pastor needs you to do for yourself

The pursuit of God is a task that we are all given as Christians. We are all to pursue Christ of our own accord on top of being under the leadership of a pastor or spiritual mentor.

\'Story of God\' recap: Morgan Freeman seeks to find out why evil exists in world
'Story of God' recap: Morgan Freeman seeks to find out why evil exists in world

In the fifth episode of National Geographic's "The Story of God," award-winning actor Morgan Freeman seeks to understand why evil exists in the world.

Billy Graham tells husbands: \'God is even more concerned about your marriage than you are\'
Billy Graham tells husbands: 'God is even more concerned about your marriage than you are'

A young man graduating from college wrote to world-renowned evangelist Billy Graham, telling him that he's about to get married. He wants to become a good husband but he's afraid that he won't be one because he comes from a broken family.

Franklin Graham: Yes, God made drugs and tobacco, but that doesn\'t mean it\'s OK to use them
Franklin Graham: Yes, God made drugs and tobacco, but that doesn't mean it's OK to use them

When evangelist Franklin Graham earlier criticised NFL draft choice Laremy Tunsil for using marijuana, a lot of football fans came to his defence. They argued that since God made marijuana, then it must be okay to use it. But Graham disagrees.

Jill Duggar Dillard says son Israel has \'very sweet personality\' but has developed an \'attitude\'
Jill Duggar Dillard says son Israel has 'very sweet personality' but has developed an 'attitude'

Jill Duggar Dillard's son Israel David from the new TLC series "Jill and Jessa: Counting On" is such an extroverted baby that he loves being around people all the time. Dillard says that her son usually has a "very sweet personality," but he changes when he's kept to himself for a long period of time.

Pastor Saeed Abedini says some Church leaders care more about congregation\'s growth rather than revival
Pastor Saeed Abedini says some Church leaders care more about congregation's growth rather than revival

Pastor Saeed Abedini, who used to be imprisoned in Iran because of his Christian faith, is pleased that a lot of American Christians are now craving for a revival. Unfortunately, Abedini has noticed that many of them care more about church growth rather than implementing real revival.

2 U.S. missionaries brutally murdered in Jamaica; police clueless on suspects and motive
2 U.S. missionaries brutally murdered in Jamaica; police clueless on suspects and motive

The "battered" bodies of two American missionaries were found in bushes near a church in Jamaica on Sunday, with authorities still seeking clues on the suspects and the motive behind the horrible crime, various news sources report.

Orthodox Christians celebrate Easter by sharing \'holy fire\' from Jesus\' tomb in Jerusalem to rest of the world
Orthodox Christians celebrate Easter by sharing 'holy fire' from Jesus' tomb in Jerusalem to rest of the world

Christians worldwide belonging to the Eastern Orthodox Church celebrated their Easter on Sunday with a "holy fire" ceremony, roasted lamb, cakes and processions along the streets of Bethlehem and Jerusalem.

Genderqueer teen unable to open new bank account due to gender restrictions in application form
Genderqueer teen unable to open new bank account due to gender restrictions in application form

A 17-year-old "genderqueer in Scotland has failed to open a bank account due to "restrictions" in the application form's gender options and he is father is campaigning to have it changed.

Pennsylvania church shooting: Suspect in killing of man over pew seat charged with manslaughter
Pennsylvania church shooting: Suspect in killing of man over pew seat charged with manslaughter

A 46-year-old man who shot and killed a fellow worshipper in a church in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania last April 23 has been charged with manslaughter.

Feeling out of place? Eight Bible verses to remind you that you belong to Jesus
Feeling out of place? Eight Bible verses to remind you that you belong to Jesus

A sense of belonging is something that many people crave, especially in a world where the feeling of disconnection from others is commonplace and displacement is a huge problem. Here are eight Bible verses which reveal who we belong to:

Taming the dragon: 5 steps to overcoming lust
Taming the dragon: 5 steps to overcoming lust

Whether it's an unhealthy desire to eat excessive amounts of food or consume copious amounts of alcohol, lust amplifies the desires we have to do things that ultimately lead us to separation from God. Because of its multi-sensory nature (it can stimulate us mentally, emotionally and physically) and its association with pleasure, it can be difficult to get under control.

10 stunning pictures of Orthodox Christians celebrating Easter
10 stunning pictures of Orthodox Christians celebrating Easter

On May 1, Orthodox Christians celebrated Easter Sunday, just over month after Western Churches celebrated the day on March 27.