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2.1M Korean Christians estimated at joint worship service to affirm family, oppose gay marriage, pray for nation

In the afternoon of Reformation Sunday, Oct. 27, some 2.1 million Christians gathered for a joint worship service from 2pm to 5pm in Seoul, Korea to “unite for repentance, revival, and restoration of holiness in our society.” According to organizers, an estimated 1.1 million joined onsite despite the bad weather with another 1 million joining online. The unprecedented joint worship service

Survey: Hong Kong teens generally identify with traditional Chinese cultural values

In order an effort to promote traditional Chinese culture, the Chinese YMCA of Hong Kong, in collaboration with Macao YMCA, Guangzhou Suigang'ao Teenagers Institute, and the Teacher Chang Foundation of Taiwan, has conducted a survey on teens
Willow Creek Community Church invites believers to write prayer cards for the next president

This past Sunday, Willow Creek Community Church based in Illinois invited believers to “pray for the next president” during the service. The church not only expressed its concern for the upcoming election but also emphasized the role believers

[Opinion] From Dismissing to Replacing: How the Church Can Rethink Halloween

Every October, opinions and voices among Christians about whether or not to celebrate Halloween resurface, week after week, over and over again.

Many American churchgoers expect their pastors’ sermons to help them understand and address modern cultural issues

American churchgoers are looking for more than biblical explanation from their pastor each week. Many expect the sermons to help them understand and address modern cultural issues.

YouVersion Bible app reaches 728 million downloads and counting

As a Christian in the 21st century, you probably have the YouVersion Bible app downloaded on your phone. Although hundreds of websites and platforms
Alliance Bible Seminary Academic Forum: Dr. Chan Chi Heng calls Hong Kong church denominations to face social challenges together

At Alliance Bible Seminary (ABS, 建道神学院)’s 125th anniversary academic forum, ABS Department of Theological Research & Studies associate
2nd generation Christians losing faith, Dr. Alan Yeung reveals how transformational leadership from parents impact their children

The church has long wrestled with the issue of losing its second-generation believers. Christian International Training

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World
- Drug Smuggler Converts to Christianity, Uses Skills to Run Secret Bible Distribution Center
  
  September 12, 2017: After a converting to Christianity, a man in Central Asia who was once a successful drug smuggler
- 17 Y/O Christian Student in Pakistan Beaten, Killed by Muslim Classmate
- Muslim Extremists Slit Throats of Four Christians in Kenya
- Madagascar: 34 Christian Worshippers Traveling to Church Killed in Tragic Bus Accident
- Pastor in Myanmar Casts Demons Out of Buddhist Chief's Son, Bringing Entire Village to Christ
Ministry/Education
- Texas Church Shooting: Joel Osteen, Greg Laurie, Franklin Graham Condemn 'Satanic' Attack, 'Wicked Killer'
  
  After the mass shooting at First Baptist Church of Sutherland Springs, Texas, on Sunday, which left 26 worshipers dead,
- Do Loved Ones in Heaven Look Down on Us? Pastors Billy Graham, Greg Laurie, John Piper Respond
- Kay Warren Reflects on Son's Suicide, Says She is 'Convinced Matthew is in Heaven in God's Arms'
- Kay Warren Shares Powerful Tips for Ministering to Those Struggling with Mental Illness, Suicidal Thoughts
- Nabeel Qureshi's Wife Thanks God for Giving Her Ability to 'Compartmentalize' After Husband's Death
Church
- Pastor Tong Liu Shares River of Life Christian Church’s Global Missions Map, Gives Detail Guide for Believer Engagement
  
  On October 6, during the Sunday service at the River of Life Christian Church (生命河灵粮堂, ROLCC), Pastor Tong
- Billy Graham Shares Two Ways to Stop Worrying About the Future
- United Methodist Church Loses Members, Funds Because of Lesbian Bishop Consecration
- Perry Noble Returns to Preaching at Elevation Church: ‘Jesus Brings Dead Things Back to Life’
- Robert Jeffress' Church Says 'The Lord Hasn't Given Us a Spirit of Fear' in Response to ISIS Arson Threat
Society
- Greatest Challenge of Evangelism in the Last Days: Teaching the Young Generation Core Values of the Christian Faith
  
  In today's complex and ever-changing society, churches are facing unprecedented challenges, especially in communicating
- How Parents Can Navigate the Difference Between School and Family Values; Advise from Christian Principal David Huang
- Christian Parent Outraged After School Gives 11 Y/O Son Graphic Packet on Transgender Surgeries
- Anne Graham-Lotz Prays 'Demonic Forces' Opposed to Trump Jerusalem Move Will be 'Rendered Powerless'
- Ravi Zacharias Apologizes for Failing to 'Exercise Wise Caution' Amid Sexting Allegations
Entertainment/Sports
- 'The Middle' Star Atticus Shaffer Says He's Passionate about Sharing Christian Faith: 'We Need to be Strong and Courageous'
  
  Atticus Shaffer, best known for his role as the quirky Brick Heck on the hit ABC comedy "The Middle," said he believes
- 'God's Not Dead: A Light in Darkness' to Bring Unity to 'Chaotic' World, David A.R. White Reveals (Exclusive)
- 'The Mountain Between Us' Author on How the Psalmist David Inspires His Work (Exclusive Interview)
- 'Goodbye Christopher Robin' Christian Film Review: The Story Behind Winnie-The-Pooh
- 'The Man Who Invented Christmas': Christopher Plummer Movie a Charming Holiday Treat
Business/Popular Science/Tech
- Facebook's Mark Zuckerberg Meets With Pastors to Understand How Christians Find 'Purpose'
  
  Facebook creator Mark Zuckerberg recently met with a group of pastors in Waco, Texas to understand more about how
- Immigration Travel Ban: Apple, Facebook, Google, Microsoft Oppose Trump's Executive Order
- Wall from Time of King David Unearthed in Southern Israel, Could Be Evidence for Old Testament Verse
- George Lucas’ New $1 Billion Museum Of Narrative Art In Los Angeles
- Rumor: Augmented Reality Glasses Coming In 2018 In Apple And Carl Zeiss Team Up
Life/Devotional/Health
- Heartwarming Compilation of Bible Verses About Fall and Harvest
  
  The weather is getting colder, the leaves are turning color, and pumpkins are now on display in every store and shop.
- Hobby Lobby CEO Steve Green on Why Museum of The Bible Will Attract People of All Faiths (Exclusive)
- Kay Warren on How God Redeemed 'Miserable' Early Years of Marriage to Rick Warren
- Reading Through the Bible? Begin With This Book, Says Billy Graham
- LA Dream Center Co-Founder Pastor Matthew Barnett Discusses Powerful New Reality Series (Interview)
- Lennart Nilsson, Photographer Who Took Groundbreaking Photos of Unborn Babies, Dies at 94
Opinion/Columns
- The Christian Perspective on Friday the 13th: Superstition vs. Sovereignty
  
  Happy Friday everyone! But uh oh, it is also September 13th... Friday the 13th is a day that, for many, evokes a sense
- Glennon Doyle Melton Answers 'How Do You Justify Being Gay and Christian?'
- Angelina Jolie: Refugee Policy Should Be Based on 'Facts, Not Fear'
- What is the True Meaning of Mercy?
- What the Bible Says about Welcoming Refugees
- Ravi Zacharias: Examining Religions and the Reason for Civil Discourse

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