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Richard Dawkins on His 'Fairy Tales Harmful to Children' Comment: I'm 'Not A Bore' and 'Loves Imagination'
Popular scientist and atheist Richard Dawkins recently came under fire for claiming that fairytales are dangerous for children, insisting they should learn scientific facts instead. Now, Dawkins is claiming his words were taken out of context--and insists he is not a killjoy.
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Rick Warren Reveals Four Ways to Prevent Dangerous Pastoral Burnout
Ministry burnout is a severe issue for today's pastors. Many in the ministry experience depression, anxiety, and feelings of inadequacy. Pastor Rick Warren highlights four ways pastors can become aware of threatening internal feelings that lead to burnout.
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China: How the Tiananmen Square Massacre Grew the Chinese Church
Today marks the 25th anniversary of the Tiananmen Square massacre, a horrific event that resulted in the deaths of thousands of Chinese dissenters. Despite the Chinese government's crackdown on Christians in the country since the event, the church has grown in an astounding way.
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Evangelical Pastor Warns Churches 'No Refuge' from Gay Acceptance Within Congregations
Theologian Al Mohler warns evangelical churches that soon, there will be "no refuge" from taking a stance for or against homosexuality. Mohler's comments follow a recent incident in California, where a Southern Baptist pastor announced his "shifting views" towards same-sex attraction.
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South Korean Missionary Imprisoned for Life for Spreading Gospel in North Korea
Kim Jung-wook was recently sentenced to imprisonment for life in a North Korean prison for attempting to organize underground churches. North Korea is reportedly the harshest persecutor of Christians, with over 100, 000 Christians currently held captive in the nation's prisons.
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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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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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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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U.S. Congressional hearing highlights religious freedom challenges facing Chinese Christians and other faith communities
A recent U.S. congressional hearing cast a spotlight on religious freedom conditions in China, with witnesses sharing firsthand accounts of pressure faced by Christian, Muslim, and Tibetan Buddhist communities.
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Christians gather in Hong Kong to pray for victims of Tai Po Hong Fu Court fire
More than 1,000 Christians gathered in Hong Kong on Dec. 5 for a united prayer service commemorating the victims of the five-alarm fire that devastated Hong Fu Court in Tai Po on Nov. 26, destroying thousands of homes and killing 159 people.
