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Traffickers are 'Herods of today' says Pope Francis in passionate defence of refugees
Traffickers are 'Herods of today' says Pope Francis in passionate defence of refugees

Pope Francis strongly defended immigrants at his Christmas Eve Mass on Sunday, comparing them to Mary and Joseph finding no place to stay in Bethlehem

Why do Matthew and Luke have different Nativity stories?
Why do Matthew and Luke have different Nativity stories?

Two of the four Gospels don't feature the story of Jesus' birth at all. Mark and John jump straight into his baptism and ministry without reference to how or where he was born

A merry (Calvinist) Christmas to one and all
A merry (Calvinist) Christmas to one and all

If you are reading this on Christmas Day, Happy Christmas. Now get off your computer or phone and go and do something less boring instead.

North Korea: UN sanctions 'an act of war'

The latest UN sanctions against North Korea are an act of war and tantamount to a complete economic blockade against it, North Korea's foreign ministry said on Sunday, threatening to punish those who supported the measure.

Christmas tension? How families can survive Christmas and still be friends
Christmas tension? How families can survive Christmas and still be friends

One of the most difficult things about Christmas for many people – couples in particular – is the need to balance the expectations of different parts of the family.

Theresa May: UK should be proud of Christian heritage and religious freedom

The UK should be proud of its Christian heritage, Theresa May has said in her Christmas message, calling for increased religious freedom around the world.

Christian singer Carman gets married at the age of 61: 'It's been a long time coming'
Christian singer Carman gets married at the age of 61: 'It's been a long time coming'

It took him almost 60 years, but Christian singer Carman Licciardello finally found the woman of his dreams. After one year together, he happily tied the knot with Dana Licciardello in Dallas, Texas.

Duggar family news: Joseph Duggar and Kendra Caldwell are expecting their first child
Duggar family news: Joseph Duggar and Kendra Caldwell are expecting their first child

Since several of their kids have gotten married over the past few years, "19 Kids and Counting" stars Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar are welcoming grandbaby after grandbaby.

Tim Tebow surprises two brothers diagnosed with the same cancer
Tim Tebow surprises two brothers diagnosed with the same cancer

Former NFL star Tim Tebow truly has a heart of gold. The Christian athlete recently paid a visit to two brothers diagnosed with the same type of cancer in order to boost their morale.

Duggar family news: Derick Dillard denies being 'fired' by TLC over Jazz Jennings comments
Duggar family news: Derick Dillard denies being 'fired' by TLC over Jazz Jennings comments

Who is really telling the truth - media outlets or former "Counting On" star Derick Dillard? News of his firing surfaced after he made some unsavory remarks against Jazz Jennings, the transgender star of "I Am Jazz."

How should Christians respond to all the bad news in the world?
How should Christians respond to all the bad news in the world?

We must bring the good news of the Gospel of Jesus Christ to everyone around us.

3 Biblical ways to respond when it feels like the enemy is harassing you
3 Biblical ways to respond when it feels like the enemy is harassing you

When such attacks come, we normally end up getting angry and frustrated, and our focus is taken away from what we're supposed to be focusing on.

3 of God's promises we can hold on to if you fear the unknown
3 of God's promises we can hold on to if you fear the unknown

The New Year can be a very scary thing if we only think of the unknowns that we may face in it.

3 pieces of advice for men who don't know what they'll be doing next year
3 pieces of advice for men who don't know what they'll be doing next year

Many men today, whether single or married, are unsure about the things they will do in the following year.

Why we need to forgive ourselves for our failures and mistakes
Why we need to forgive ourselves for our failures and mistakes

Forgiving yourself is so important, failing to do it will mean carrying unnecessary weights that will surely hinder you from living the life God wants for you.

Helicopter parents - 3 things Christian parents should keep in mind while raising kids
Helicopter parents - 3 things Christian parents should keep in mind while raising kids

We should never think of children as people who can't meet God.