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How the Internet is killing Bible study, and our spiritual health
Words, printed or on screen, open our minds to new possibilities. But is it possible to read too much?

Cheltenham churches unite for first Christian arts festival
Each year the UK's roster of festivals expands as more and more organisers debut their celebrations of music, arts and culture. This year, a Christian festival has found its way onto that ever-growing list.

US presiding bishop fires two top staff members over 'misconduct'
The Primate of The Episcopal Church in the US has sacked two staff members after an investigation found they had "violated established workplace policies".

7 things that Christians can learn from atheists
We might disagree with atheists' beliefs and reasoning about the Christian faith, but there is a lot to learn from friendships with our unbelieving friends, even the ones who aren't very friendly.

Detained Chinese pastor released but placed under surveillance
A Chinese pastor who was detained after he opposed the removal of crosses from churches in Zhejiang has been released.

Colorado man wants to build a full-size replica of ancient Jerusalem
An American entrepreneur and visionary is planning a huge â and very expensive â religious theme park that will take years to complete and cost tens of millions of dollars.

Patrick Sookhdeo to face Crown Court trial for indecent assault
Patrick Sookhdeo has been sent for trial at Snaresbrook Crown Court on a charge of indecent assault.

Nigeria: One Christian pastor killed and two released after kidnapping at church camp
Two of the three pastors captured in Kaduna state during a church-camp prayer meeting have been released, while the third died after being abandoned in the wild, according to Morning Star News.

4 lessons on trust from the meeting of Jesus and Thomas in John 20
We hear time and time again that trust has to be earned. But even when someone or something has proven to be trustworthy in the past, we can still have reservations when we're required to place our trust in them again.

Christians, Muslim group hail landmark court ruling in Malaysia on freedom of religion
Christians and even a Muslim group welcomed a recent landmark ruling by a High Court in Malaysia that recognised that freedom of religion is a fundamental human right. The court struck down a decades-long government policy that had made it tough for Christian converts to renounce their former Islamic faith without the consent of an Islamic court.

Should Christians aim to be successful at work?
Is it right to want that next promotion, to crave recognition or money? Shouldn't we be content with what God gives us day by day â and isn't there something fundamentally unspiritual about wanting wealth, or power, or status?

Latest ISIS propaganda video threatens London, Rome and 'nations of the cross'
The Islamic State terror group has issued a new propaganda video threatening London, Rome and Berlin with new terror attacks. However, experts believe the video also contains signs that IS is itself in crisis.

Ruins of ancient Byzantine church discovered in Gaza
The remains of a 1,500-year-old church have been discovered in the Gaza strip, according to the Palestinian Tourism and Antiquities Ministry.

Christian minister performs risky baptism ritual as Storm Katie batters U.K. beach
A Christian minister has come under fire after performing baptism on children on a beach despite extreme winds and strong waves.

Bones of a Christian saint uncovered in rubble of ISIS-destroyed monastery
The bones of a saint have been discovered among the ruins of an ancient monastery in the Christian town of al-Qaryatain, liberated from ISIS control on Sunday.

How to spot a future leader in your youth group
Training leaders can be one of the most daunting tasks for youth groups. The fast-paced transitions from middle school to high school to college can often result in dead spots in campus ministry leadership.