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Rick Warren Releases Faith-Based Diet – The Daniel Plan
Pastor Rick Warren of Saddleback Church in California released "The Daniel Plan: 40 Days to a Healthier Life," his faith-based diet and lifestyle plan, today. The pastor developed the diet with three doctors two years ago, and it proved to helped him lose significant weight. The plan centers on faith and friends, along with diet and exercise.
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Hong Kong on High Alert After First Human Case of H7N9 Bird Flu
The first human case of H7N9 avian flu has been confirmed in Hong Kong, with the threat of an outbreak deemed "serious," according to Ko Wingman, the secretary for food and health in the region. The virus, which is often lethal to humans but cause no symptoms in birds, is circulating less than 30 miles from city's downtown.
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Duck Dynasty’s Missy Robertson on Faith, Family, and Fame
Jase Robertson's wife Missy recently shared about her family's faith and how they have had opportunities to share Christ with others because of A&E's reality television show "Duck Dynasty." Missy, who grew up as a pastor's daughter and has faithfully served as an active member of White's Ferry Road Church of Christ for decades, says that the Robertson family has stayed true to themselves and is hoping to use their fame to spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
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China's One-Child Policy Relaxed, Still in Force
The People's Republic of China relaxed its one-child policy on November 15 to allow married couples with at least one parent who is an only child to apply for two birth permits. The law had formerly only made exception for certain rural families and for couples with both parents who are only children.
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Jeremy Lin Encouraged by Troubled Youth's Perseverance through Adversities (Video)
Houston Rockets point guard Jeremy Lin teamed up with Jubilee Project, a non-profit organization which produces inspirational videos of real-life stories, to encourage and share the story of Jose Estrella, a teenager who has overcome drug abuse and has found joy in the Lord.
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Hong Kong's deadliest fire in a Century: churches mobilize and pray to support the community
On 26 November, a severe level‑five fire broke out at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po. Early reports said at least 13 people died and 23 were injured. Local churches mobilize to support the community and pray.
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Qatar Evangelical Alliance breaks ground on worship center, witnessing Christ in a Muslim nation
A worship center for evangelical churches has commenced construction in Qatar, marking a significant spiritual milestone in the history of evangelicals in the country.
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Evangelist Stephen Tong urges prayer and perseverance for China’s persecuted church
Renowned Chinese evangelist Rev. Stephen Tong recently issued a heartfelt message to the persecuted church in China, urging believers to remain steadfast in faith amid suffering and to face trials with patience and courage.
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Faith and freedom: USCIRF Chair Vicky Hartzler shares insights on China’s religious landscape
As China continues to update its religious regulations, changes in the country’s faith environment and space for religious practice have drawn increased global attention. In this interview, USCIRF Chair Vicky Hartzler responds to questions about religious policy, human rights, and faith, offering her perspectives on China’s current situation and sharing words of support and encouragement for Christians facing challenges.
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24h Online prayer event “IDOP China” held to focus on the plight of China’s house churches
From November 10 to 11, a 24-hour online prayer and sharing event titled “IDOP China” took place, focusing on the situation of Beijing Zion Church’s Senior Pastor Ezra Jin Mingri and 21 detained coworkers (22 in total), as well as the ongoing restrictions faced by other unregistered house churches across China.
