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Dr. Kent Brantly Recalls Experience of Surviving Ebola Infection in New Book, Issues Appeal for Helping West Africa
American doctor Kent Brantly recalls the experience of being diagnosed with and surviving an infection associated with the Ebola virus. He and his wife, Amber, recall the harrowing ordeal in a new book entitled Called for Life: How Loving Our Neighbor Led Us into the Heart of the Ebola Epidemic.
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Former Georgia Prison Guard, 'Christian Pastor' Accused of Abusing Power: ‘We Had to Be His Sex Slaves’
A former prison guard at a women’s prison in southeast Georgia who identifies as a Christian pastor has been accused of abusing his power over the inmates. Investigators claimed that he forced them to have sex with him.
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Christians in Egypt, Pakistan, China, Israel Describe Persecutions They Face Due to Their Faith in Jesus Christ
Christianity has historically faced persecution in many parts of the world for hundreds of years. Even today, there are some countries where being a Christian carries a higher risk of imprisonment, murder, and other harsh forms of persecution; many still cling to their faith despite the difficulties.
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Archaeologists Dig up Christian Cemetery in Iceland, Questioning Viking Stereotypes: ‘It’s Fascinating’
History books usually portray the Vikings as Scandinavian raiders who used boats to pillage villages across Europe and enslave its inhabitants. However, a new archaeological dig in Iceland has challenged that stereotypical point of view.
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Protests Held in Los Angeles Over Iran Nuclear Deal: 'We Cannot Afford a Nuclear Iran'; 'Congress Should Say This Is a Terrible Deal'
Protesters went to a federal building in Los Angeles in opposition to the nuclear deal with Iran on Sunday. The deal is currently being scrutinized by Congress before it goes to a vote.
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Reflections on Attending the 2025 International Gospel Conference
Over the past few days, I had the privilege of traveling to Jakarta for the 2025 International Gospel Conference organized by Stephen Tong Evangelistic Ministries International (STEMI).
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Corey Jackson Urges on Capitol Hill: Care for the Hearts and Souls of the Chinese People
Western society often views China primarily through the lenses of geopolitics and economics, but as a pastor and evangelical Presbyterian, Rev. Corey Jackson is most concerned with the hearts, minds, and souls of people—not only in the United States, but also in China.
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USCIRF Hearing Calls for the Release of Pastor Ezra Mingri Jin
At a hearing held on October 16, the USCIRF urged the U.S. government to take action to secure the release of Pastor Ezra Mingri Jin and others imprisoned for practicing their faith.
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Silicon Valley’s River of Life Christian Church to Hold 2025 Missions Conference: “United in Mission, Unlimited Possibilities”
River of Life Christian Church (ROLCC), the largest Chinese church in the United States located in Silicon Valley, will host its 2025 Missions Conference from October 17–19 under the theme “United in Mission, Unlimited Possibilities.”
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[Exclusive] Watoto Asia Director Rev. Samuel Cheng: Bringing Life-Changing Education from Africa!
Watoto—an international Christian child-care ministry—held “Emily: A Life Story” in Hong Kong to promote “Keep a Girl in School” poverty-relief campaign. Following it, Rev. Samuel Cheng, the Asia Regional Director of Watoto, shared about his remarkable journey in ministry with Gospel Herald.