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New church opens next to a strip club in Indiana, and the lead pastor likes it
New church opens next to a strip club in Indiana, and the lead pastor likes it

When the Lafayette Community Church was looking for a new and larger location for its ministry, it did not expect a vacancy to open up beside a strip club.

For Selena Gomez, \'Nobody\' is a special song since it\'s about her relationship with God
For Selena Gomez, 'Nobody' is a special song since it's about her relationship with God

Christian singer Selena Gomez is basking on the success of her latest album "Revival," which contains hit singles such as "Same Old Love" and "Hands to Myself." As popular as those songs might be right now, there is one particular song from the album that has a special place in her heart.

Franklin Graham slams Obama\'s \'terrorist catch-and-release\' policy: \'It\'s unreal!\'
Franklin Graham slams Obama's 'terrorist catch-and-release' policy: 'It's unreal!'

Reverend Franklin Graham has criticised United States President Barack Obama time and again for his preference towards the Muslim faith over Christianity, as well as for his support for same-sex marriage. However this time, Graham is criticising Obama because of his decision to release Islamic prisoner Ibrahim al-Qosi.

Christians and Tattoos: Historical body art has Christian connection
Christians and Tattoos: Historical body art has Christian connection

It's not uncommon for non-Christians to adorn their skin with Christian-related designs - Bible verses, Bible-inspired imagery or iconic Christian symbols. However, there's one type of design that, until now, many may not have fully appreciated for its Christian influence...

Christian health worker suspended for praying with Muslim colleague launches legal challenge
Christian health worker suspended for praying with Muslim colleague launches legal challenge

A Christian health worker has launched a legal challenge in response to her suspension after she was accused of attempting to convert a Muslim colleague to Christianity.

Selena Gomez joins Hillsong Young and Free worship band for special performance of \'Nobody\'
Selena Gomez joins Hillsong Young and Free worship band for special performance of 'Nobody'

Selena Gomez treated Hillsong Young and Free concertgoers to a surprise performance last week. Gomez, who is a Hillsong regular, took to the stage alongside Hillsong's Young and Free worship band at LA's Belasco Theatre to give the audience a live rendition of her song Nobody.

Franklin Graham applauds Texas couple for standing by their Christian convictions by refusing to serve same-sex wedding
Franklin Graham applauds Texas couple for standing by their Christian convictions by refusing to serve same-sex wedding

Another Christian couple has come under fire for affirming their faith and values. This time, it is Texas bakers Edie and David Delorme who are facing the wrath of the public after they refused to let their business take part in a same-sex wedding.

TV Land\'s new show \'Teachers\' slammed for \'vile, disgusting and disturbing\' content
TV Land's new show 'Teachers' slammed for 'vile, disgusting and disturbing' content

As harmless as the new show "Teachers" from TV Land might sound, the entertainment watchdog group One Million Moms is strongly warning against its "vile" content.

Simon & Schuster accused of promoting \'cultural sharia\' with launch of Muslim children\'s books
Simon & Schuster accused of promoting 'cultural sharia' with launch of Muslim children's books

Pamela Geller, the president of the American Freedom Defense Initiative, is upset that book publisher Simon & Schuster is launching Muslim-friendly children's books.

Atheists file lawsuit against Texas governor for removal of Bill of Rights \'nativity\' scene at State Capitol
Atheists file lawsuit against Texas governor for removal of Bill of Rights 'nativity' scene at State Capitol

A group of atheists has filed a lawsuit against Texas Gov. Greg Abbott for removing a Bill of Rights "nativity" display at the State Capitol last December, which he found offensive.

Atheist group yields after Florida judge rules in favour of Christian ministries that help rehabilitate ex-prisoners
Atheist group yields after Florida judge rules in favour of Christian ministries that help rehabilitate ex-prisoners

An atheist group has surrendered its eight-year fight after a Florida judge ruled in favor of two Christian ministries that have been helping in the rehabilitation of former inmates from drug and alcohol addiction.

Student Bible clubs temporarily suspended in Ohio after atheist group files complaint
Student Bible clubs temporarily suspended in Ohio after atheist group files complaint

Student Bible clubs in at least two schools in Lancaster, Ohio have been temporarily suspended by officials after an atheist group sent a letter to complain.

Baptist pastor fatally shot by own brother in Ohio church; shooter mentally ill, says his niece
Baptist pastor fatally shot by own brother in Ohio church; shooter mentally ill, says his niece

A pastor at a Baptist Church in Dayton, Ohio, was shot and killed by his own brother during Sunday service in Dayton, Ohio, the police said.

Trump gets major boost as Alabama\'s Jeff Sessions becomes first incumbent senator to endorse him
Trump gets major boost as Alabama's Jeff Sessions becomes first incumbent senator to endorse him

For the first time, Republican presidential front-runner Donald Trump has secured the endorsement of a sitting U.S. senator—Jeff Sessions of Alabama—a "biggie" as the billionaire calls him since Sessions sits on the Senate Judiciary Committee and is the chairman of the Senate sub-committee on Immigration, NBC News reported.

Sick people who want to kill selves won\'t get last rites, Canadian archbishop says
Sick people who want to kill selves won't get last rites, Canadian archbishop says

With a law legalising assisted suicide expected to become a reality in Canada soon, a Catholic archbishop has warned that sick people who want to kill themselves will not be able to receive the last rites even if they ask for this.

Hijab wearing Wheaton professor: \'I would do it again and again\'
Hijab wearing Wheaton professor: 'I would do it again and again'

Larycia Hawkins, former Wheaton College professor expelled for saying Christians and Muslims worship the same God, has said she would do it all over again.