• Bishop T.D. Jakes: The Secret to Finding a Happy Thanksgiving In Midst of Crisis

  There seem to be two camps in regard to the Thanksgiving holiday: there are those who actually enjoy being with their family and gorging with that turkey dinner, and those who'd rather not. There are many reasons some people would just rather avoid the Thanksgiving holiday, ranging from grief to a severely dysfunctional family to loneliness and more. Thanksgiving can bring up memories of loved ones who have passed away, as this holiday apparently does for T.D. Jakes and his family.

  

• Pastor Davey Blackburn Accused of Being 'Weak' in Choosing To Forgive Killers of Slain Pregnant Wife Amanda Blackburn

  The murder of Amanda Blackburn is tragic enough all by itself. Her precious presence in Pastor Davey Blackburn's life can never be replaced. But one of the most asinine statements to hit the media airwaves is the notion that Pastor Blackburn is "weak" in choosing to forgive his wife's murderer and love him. What's even more pathetic is that such a view is held by a fellow minister, Rev. Jesse Lee Peterson.

  

• Persecuted Syrian Christians Avoid Refugee Camps, Fear Muslim Attacks

  Immigration has been a hot debate topic in Washington DC, and even among 2016 presidential contenders. Many republicans have argued that since the Paris attacks, all Syrian immigrants should be banned from the US. The debate has been intense enough that it could even bring on a government shutdown when the government spending bill comes up for a vote next month. The irony here is that the very ones that are supposed to be getting the protection are often too fearful to accept it.

  

• Virginia's VA Christmas Trees Banned For Christian Symbolism, Nativity Scenes Not Mentioned

  Recently, there was a big uproar about a Christmas tree ban in a Virginia VA building. The ban noted that Christmas trees "promote the Christian religion," and so they weren't going to be allowed on what was apparently considered government property. The way that this battle has apparently come to a temporary close is that other symbols of the season must also be displayed so that the holiday is more all-inclusive. Never mind that it is called Christmas. In addition, the VA employees can still b

  

• Jeremy Lin: 'Team Chemistry' Is One Powerful Secret to Winning NBA Games

  Jeremy Lin has become quite the basketball icon among fans of the NBA sport. One especially admirable thing about him is that he is a role model who actually recognizes the significance of standing in such a place. Many in China and Taiwan love him for the honor that he brings to the country, NBA fans love him for his amazing talent and skill, parents love him for his positive values, and Christians love him for his consistently bold testimony about his faith. A recent YouTube video encourages v