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                                Christian Pastor Says Jews Were Chosen By God--But Not to Be 'Teacher's Pet'An American Evangelical pastor who leads a church in Israel recently gave a thought-provoking speech explaining that although the Jews were chosen by God, they were not designated as "teacher's pets." He also encouraged audiences to be be careful about choosing sides in the Israel-Palestinian conflict.  
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                                Christians Displaced In Iraq Discouraged, Forced To Live In Squalor, Says US Persecution WatchdogAs ISIS continues its horrific campaign against religious minorities in Iraq, Christians are forced to leave their homes and find refuge in churches and the homes of relatives. However, refugees are forced to live in horrible conditions as such buildings are overflowing and unable to hold any more people.  
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                                'Holy Ghost,' Kickstarter-Funded Christian Movie Documenting 'God's Presence on Earth,' Premieres Sept. 6 with 48 Hour Free StreamsDarren Wilson's much anticipated new film "Holy Ghost" will premiere September 6th free of charge for 48 hours.  
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                                Smithsonian Adds 'Will and Grace' Memorabilia to Highlight LGBT History; Items Include Letter from Focus on the FamilyThe Smithsonian recently added a collection of LGBT historical objects to its collection, including memorabilia from the hit TV show "Will and Grace" and a letter from Christian group Focus on the Family urging the show's producers to depict those struggling with homosexuality in a more sensitive light.  
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                                '19 Kids and Counting's Jill Duggar and Derick Dillard Find Joy In Marriage, Celebrate 1 Year 'Skypiversary'Jill Duggar recently wed Derick Dillard, and the two are madly in love--and display it for the world to see via Instagram. The couple recently celebrated their "skypiversary"--or the day they first skyped--and posted a sweet photo on social media.  
-  Reflections on attending the 2025 International Gospel ConferenceOver 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. ![[Exclusive] Watoto Asia director Rev. Sunny Cheng: bringing life-changing education from Africa!](https://www.gospelherald.com/media/cache/thumbnail/7/23/72332sp_80w_80h_1x_1y.jpg) 
-  Rick Warren challenges pastors at WEA assembly: preach, teach, and heal like JesusOn 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.”  
-  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.”  
-  [Exclusive Interview] Evangelist Stephen Tong exhorts the Chinese church to return to the foundations of reformed faithDuring the 14th World Evangelical Alliance (WEA) General Assembly, Pastor Stephen Tong, the founder of the Reformed Evangelical Church of Indonesia, spoke with Gospel Herald (GH), offering earnest counsel to the Chinese church. ![[Exclusive Interview] Evangelist Stephen Tong exhorts the Chinese church to return to the foundations of reformed faith](https://www.gospelherald.com/media/cache/thumbnail/7/23/72340sp_80w_80h_1x_1y.png)