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The Christian who made a covenant in blood with God: 8 quotes from Gerhard Tersteegen
Gerhard Tersteegen, who died on this day in 1769, was a spiritual writer and speaker who wore himself out in the service of God.
Martin Luther King's last sermon: 'I've seen the promised land'
Today, April 3, is the anniversary of the last sermon he ever preached. It was at the the Mason Temple, the World Headquarters of the Church of God in Christ in Memphis.
3 reasons why God wants us to not turn 'to the right hand or to the left'
In Joshua 1:7-8 we read God giving Joshua a command to go straight, without turning to the left or to the right. This same command is given to all Christians, that we'd all go and adhere to God's word without turning to any other direction. Why did God give us such a command? What will happen when we turn either way?
3 Bible figures who remained strong in the face of opposition
The Bible presents to us various men and women of faith who did not waver in the face of opposition. They continued to serve the Lord in whatever capacity He has allowed them to, even when they were persecuted, oppressed, harassed, or rejected.
Who is Jabez and what can we learn from him?
With a very short appearance in the Bible, the man named Jabez might seem insignificant and not worth looking into. But when we take a look at him, how he got his name and what were the details the Bible recorded about him, we'll see that he actually brings us lessons we should learn and apply in our lives.
Indonesia's Supreme Court rejects blasphemy appeal of Christian ex-governor
Indonesia's Supreme Court has rejected an appeal to reduce the two-year prison sentence of the former governor of Jakarta, Basuki "Ahok" Tjahaja Purnama, who was convicted of blasphemy last year for allegedly insulting the Quran.
India's Supreme Court grants bail to Christian professor accused of inciting hatred against Hindus
India's Supreme Court has granted bail to a Christian professor who is facing three years in jail after being accused of inciting hatred against Hindus.
Pakistani minister orders probe after Christian dies in brawl with hospital staff
The chief minister of Punjab has ordered a probe into an incident in which a Christian man was allegedly beaten to death by medical staff and security guards at a government hospital in the Pakistani city of Lahore.
Mississippi church cuts ties with United Methodists, citing denomination's 'failure to uphold scripture'
A Mississippi church has voted to leave the United Methodist Church (UMC) due to the denomination's stance on issues such as homosexuality, abortion and the teaching of Islam.
Is God really interested in me despite my failures and shortcomings?
Some of us might feel like God won't be interested in us anymore, simply because we've failed too many times, or because our list of shortcomings is longer than the distance between the earth and the sun. Truth is, nothing can keep us from the love of God through His Son.
Why pretending to be someone you're not is not a good thing -- especially if you're a Christian
Some Christians don't know it, but they live their lives pretending to be someone else. They don't live in the identity that God gave to them.
How do I know if I am in God's will? 3 ways to know
It's important for God's people to know if they are in the will of God for their lives. We all need to know if we are still in line with God's plans and still within the boundaries of His Word.
Comedian Chonda Pierce says the Cross kept her alive following death of husband
Five-time Emmy nominated comic Chonda Pierce, who was widowed three years ago after losing her husband to alcoholism, said that she would not be alive today if it were not for her faith.
3 Bible verses to encourage you when feel worthless
The feeling of worthlessness is a very dangerous feeling. We need to fight against the feeling of worthlessness.
Am I really loved by God? Here are 3 Bible verses to encourage you
Many of us Christians find it difficult to accept the truth that God loves us wholly and unconditionally. We may not admit that, but it's evident in the way we see and treat God.
How can you tell if its Godly love or just infatuation?
The dating process has become daunting, and more than that, your uncertainty of being able to discern Godly love from infatuation has taken an all-time low. So, how do you really know if God sent you this person to spend your life with?