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Franklin Graham Explains Crucial Difference Between Christian God and Muslim God in Response to Texas Muhammad Cartoon Shootings
In response to the recent terror attack in Texas, Rev. Franklin Graham has emphasized that the "god of Islam" and the "God of the Bible" are not the same, explaining that Allah commands his followers to die for him, while the Christian God sent His only son to die for His followers.

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Vicar of Baghdad Canon Andrew White Says ISIS Threatened to 'Chop Off' His Head after He Invited Them for Dinner
Canon Andrew White, also known as the Vicar of Baghdad, recently called the Islamic State extremist group an " evil regime" which is "totally against reconciliation" and at one time threatened to cut off his head after he invited them to dinner.

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Rapper Lecrae Credits God For Massive Success in Christian, Mainstream Music Industry: 'I Don't Have the Talent on My Own'
Popular rapper and professing Christian Lecrae has credited God for his immense success in the secular music industry, arguing that on his own, he does not have the talent or appeal to crossover to the mainstream.

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Mark Driscoll Speaks at Thrive Leadership Conference, Offers Forgiveness to Those who Harmed Him
In a rare public appearance, former Mars Hill pastor Mark Driscoll recently spoke at a leadership conference where he opened up about the toll taken on his family over the past several months and how he is relying on the Holy Spirit to help him forgive those who have wronged him.

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Pastor Saeed Abedini Pens Letter as 35th Birthday Passes in Prison, Urges Christians to Refrain from Bitterness and Pray for Revival
Pastor Saeed Abedini, a U.S. citizen who has suffered for over two and-a-half years in an Iranian prison for his Christian faith, has written a letter to the United States in honor of his 35th birthday, urging believers to remain in constant prayer for the country's revival.

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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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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.

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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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Through education and healthcare: ACTS bears witness to the Gospel in West Africa
Silicon Valley’s River of Life Christian Church, based in California, founded Africa Career Training School (ACTS ), which has built schools and clinics in Togo, Benin and other West African nations.
