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Image of Jesus in 'Heaven Is for Real' Painted by 'God-Taught' Young Girl Akiane Kramarik (Pictures)

The image of Jesus painted by the "young Lithuanian girl" in the film 'Heaven is for Real' has been revealed. The young girl, Akiane Kramarik, says she inspired to paint, including the now famous picture of Jesus due to her relationship with Christ.
NBC Apologizes to Planned Parenthood for Censoring Pro-Abortion Movie Ad 'Obvious Child'

Planned Parenthood began a petition against NBC for refusing to air ads for the movie "Obvious Child" which included the word "abortion." In response,the network confessed in a statement to Planned Parenthood that “feedback was mistakenly given to remove the word ‘abortion’" and that such actions were not “company policy.”
South Korean Woman Who Underwent Multiple Plastic Surgeries Says 'I Have Sinned'

South Korea is known for its obsession with plastic surgery, as one in five women undergo cosmetic procedures to improve their looks. A recent feature on ABC News examined this trend, following two young Asian women who have undergone several surgeries.
Reading to Children from Birth an 'Essential Part of Their Care,' Says Pediatricians

The American Academy of Pediatrics issued a policy statement encouraging literacy promotion and calling for pediatricians to advise all parents about the many benefits of reading aloud.
Christian Radio Host John Balyo Admits to Raping a 12-Year-Old Boy, Faces Life in Prison

John Balyo, former radio host on a popular Christian music station, was arrested earlier this week on charges of sexual misconduct with minors. Now, he has admitted to engaging in sexual activity with a 12 year old boy and is being held without bail and facing life in prison.

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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).
[Exclusive] Watoto Asia director Rev. Sunny 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. Sunny Cheng, the Asia Regional Director of Watoto, shared about his remarkable journey in ministry with Gospel Herald.
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.”
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.
Rick Warren challenges pastors at WEA assembly: preach, teach, and heal like Jesus

On the opening night of the World Evangelical Alliance (WEA) General Assembly, Rick Warren issued a heartfelt challenge to church leaders around the world: “Don’t just preach the message of Jesus; learn His model—share the gospel with the poor, the sick, and the broken as He did; pray as He prayed; and build the church as He built it.”