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Offensive or just awkward, 'faith' gets a bad press. Is it time to change the conversation?
Faith, like politics, has long been a 'no-go' topic for polite conversation, but now more than ever it seems to be a source of toxicity, rancour or just sheer awkwardness in current affairs.
US Episcopal Church is complicit 'in a culture of alcohol abuse', finds report
The Anglican Church in the US remains mired in a 'system of denial and helplessness' over alcohol abuse among its senior clergy, a damning commission has concluded.
Boko Haram refuses to release Christian schoolgirl as dozens of others freed
Boko Haram has released more than 110 schoolgirls kidnapped from their village last month.
Gay clergyman Jeremy Pemberton loses discrimination appeal against Church of England
A gay clergyman has lost his appeal against the Church of England after he claimed its attitude against same-sex marriage breached equality laws.
Christianity in Europe: Preparing for the storm
I believe that the future for the church around the world is incredibly bright â but I'm less convinced about the situation for the church in Europe.
Don't fear tattoos, Pope Francis tells young people
Pope Francis this week told an audience gave his blessing to the use of tattoos, telling an audience of young people not to fear them but to see tattoos as an opportunity for community and dialogue.
'One step forward': Jules Woodson welcomes megachurch pastor Andy Savage's resignation â up to a point
Jules Woodson, the woman who was allegedly sexually assaulted by the Memphis megachurch pastor Andy Savage, has said his resignation on Tuesday is 'one step forward' in a statement in which she remained critical of the church as a whole.
Bored reading the Bible? Here are 3 ways to rekindle your passion for the Word
Did you know that the Bible is more fascinating than any encyclopedia, more exciting than a paperback novel, more intriguing than the Guinness book of records, and more helpful than any self-help book in your friendly neighborhood bookstore?
3 things every Christian wife should hope for
They take care of their husbands and kids, juggle home and work, deal with budgeting and maintaining good relations with the in-laws, all while maintaining a devoted church life. Here's how they can face all of that with joyful expectation.
Who is Naaman and what can we learn from his experience with Elisha in 2 Kings 5?
God is truly merciful and kind, even to those who are not His people -- yet. God's love and mercy is showered on all men and women in all the earth, no one being exempted from it.
What does the Bible tell us about the gift of prophecy?
Prophecy is one of the gifts the Holy Spirit gives. What does the Bible say about it?
3 dangers of having a careless tongue
The Bible says the tongue is a very powerful thing and using it carelessly will lead to devastating results.
I know it's not a Christian movie, but here are 3 Biblical realizations from Marvel's 'Black Panther'
This top-grossing film, one that reached 97% in Rotten Tomatoes' "Tomatometer," wasn't a Christian movie, but still gave me a few faith lessons
What are the qualities of a great Christian spouse?
God designed marriage to be a wonderful way of life in the pursuit of His will. God gave us our spouses to show us how much He loves us and to teach us how we should be like: Christ-like.
What evidence is there for the empty tomb?
Many people do not believe in the empty tomb of Christ, but the Scriptures provide proof that indeed Christ's tomb was empty.
Fulani militants kill 50 people within 48 hours in 2 Nigerian states
At least 50 people were killed by suspected Fulani militants in the Nigerian states of Kogi and Plateau within 48 hours.