An insider perpsective on being celibate gay Christian: "One of the most surprising aspects of evangelical discourse on LGBTQ issues has been the insistence by some believers that same-sex attraction is a sin even if one doesn’t act on it", says commentator Bruce Baron. Gregory Coles has a…

‘Speak truth to power’: Church bodies demand accountability after Tanzania poll violence: Church groups have condemned what they describe as grave human rights abuses and deadly state violence in Tanzania, urging authorities to halt the crackdown and protect basic freedoms following a disputed…

'Election not selection': Christians in Pakistan demand equality in new election law: Christians in Punjab, Pakistan’s most populous province, are protesting a new local government election law that denies religious minorities the right to directly elect their own representatives and undermines…

'A great cloud of witnesses’: Baylor dedicates memorial honoring enslaved people who built the university: The legacy of the enslaved men, women and children who built and sustained the early years of Baylor University was formally honored last week with the unveiling of a new “Memorial to Enslaved…

Christians Against Poverty appoints David Nussbaum as new chair of trustees, calling him a ‘man of faith’: Christians Against Poverty (CAP) has appointed David Nussbaum as its new chair of trustees, marking a significant leadership transition for the U.K.-based debt relief charity amid growing…

Reminding churches to invest in their missional purpose: What are the chances that churches could devote 50% of their budgets for missions? Some prove that it is possible to grow from giving beyond themselves to see the gospel embedded in places where it currently has little influence.

Bans on Baptist churches surge in Russia: Russian courts intensified civil bans on Baptist churches for meeting without state permission in the past year, according to rights group Forum 18.

Pastor in Nigeria facing death threats for pleas for protection: A pastor in Nigeria is facing death threats for speaking out on Islamic extremist attacks on Christians and calling for protection against “genocide.”

The benefits of discipline for raising godly adults: Parents can too easily experience continual frustration and marital conflict because of their children’s lack of obedience. Homes lack joy. Instead, they are filled with angry voices and aggravated cries, as parents try their best to do a job…

Islamist protest in Yumbe, Uganda leaves five Christians dead: Five Christians were killed and 44 others injured on Nov. 4 after an Islamist leader incited Muslims to attack Christians over pork sales near a mosque in Yumbe, northern Uganda, sources said.

African Union responds to Trump on Nigeria religious freedom claims: The African Union Commission (AUC) has added its voice about religious freedoms in Nigeria, expressing concern over claims that President Bola Tinubu’s government is complicit in the killing of Christians in the northern part of…

One-woman performance brings 1723 letter from enslaved Caribbean woman to life in Anglican church: An evocative new play charting the deep involvement of the Anglican church in chattel slavery is set to tread the boards with the powerful rendering of a monologue by a London-based writer with…

Evangelical Fellowship of India mourns victims of Delhi blast, calls for peace: The Evangelical Fellowship of India (EFI) has expressed deep sorrow and called for calm and unity following a deadly explosion near the Red Fort in Delhi that killed at least eight people and injured several others on…

Christians killed in NW Nigeria, homes burned in northeast: Seven Christians, including a 12-year-old boy, were mourned on Saturday (Nov. 8) after they were killed in an attack in Kaduna state, Nigeria, the same day Islamic extremists burned homes and a church building in Borno state.

Ex-gay Christian in Malta facing legal ordeal over ‘conversion therapy’ statements: Prior to postponement of a court ruling in a Christian’s three-year legal struggle against charges of promoting sexual orientation “conversion therapy,” the formerly gay man in Malta stated that Christians around…

Christian woman in Pakistan accused of blasphemy wins bail: A high court in Pakistan has granted bail to a Christian woman imprisoned for more than a year over false accusations of blasphemy, her attorney said.

Korean expert panel raises concerns over underreported chemical abortion risks, notes 61% of women report pressure to abort: Legal and medical experts in South Korea are warning that chemical abortion—often promoted as a “safe” and “empowering” option for women—is leading to severe health…

A toe, a tooth, and the theology of perspective: "Perspective turns pressure into praise, problems into possibilities, and pain into purpose, and sometimes the only difference between misery and ministry is the way you look at it." Evangelist J.John finds gratitude in a harrowing trip to Australia.

Franklin Graham draws thousands to faith at 'Esperanza Buenos Aires' festival in Argentina: Thousands of people responded to a call of faith during the opening night of the “Esperanza Buenos Aires” festival on Friday, filling the Vélez Stadium despite heavy rain, according to the Billy Graham…

Evangel University announces global expansion of Pentecostal theological education for Assemblies of God: The Assemblies of God has launched a new initiative to expand Pentecostal theological education for ministry leaders worldwide through fully online degree programs. The Assemblies of God…

Thousands of students respond to gospel at UniteUs evangelistic event in Cincinnati: Thousands of college students made first-time commitments to Christ or rededicated their lives during an evangelistic outreach organized by UniteUs near three major universities in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Christians and Muslims clash in Northern Uganda over sale of pork in Yumbe district: Several people were injured when Muslims and Christians clashed in Yumbe district in Northern Uganda, West Nile Sub-region, following a plan by a Christian businessman to open a pork outlet in Yumbe town. According…

Evangelist Will Graham toured Florida after outreach in Estonia, with hundreds responding to gospel: Evangelist Will Graham launched a “Sunshine State Good News Tour” in Florida shortly after a successful evangelistic outreach in the European country of Estonia.

Mass worship celebration event with 500 evangelical churches held in France: Nearly 500 evangelical churches organised 85 united worship gatherings simultaneously across France last month. The widely supported event led by Conseil National des Évangéliques de France (CNEF), the leading evangelical…

'AI must remain under human control,' say Christian and Jewish leaders in new statement on ethical boundaries for AI: Christian and Jewish leaders have signed a landmark interfaith declaration urging that Artificial Intelligence be developed and deployed within ethical boundaries that preserve…

American Bible Society: Scripture engagement drives loving and generous behavior: More Bible reading results in a greater level of loving and generous behavior, according to the just-released eighth chapter of the 15th annual State of the Bible report by the American Bible Society.

To share your faith it's best to listen first: Have you ever been in a conversation with someone who doesn’t know Jesus and felt that familiar tension build inside you, the pressure to say the right thing, a sense of insecurity creeping in? Sometimes a well placed question can open up gospel…

To share your faith its best to listen first: Have you ever been in a conversation with someone who doesn’t know Jesus and felt that familiar tension build inside you, the pressure to say the right thing, a sense of insecurity creeping in? Sometimes a well placed question can open up gospel…

Major new report maps how the world engages with the Bible: The Bible Society has unveiled a sweeping analysis of how culture, religion, politics and economics shape engagement with Scripture across the globe. The Patmos Typology Report, developed with the United Bible Societies and built on…

Fulani herdsmen kill 15 Christians in central Nigeria: Fulani herdsmen on Thursday (Nov. 6) killed two Christians in Nigeria’s Nasarawa state and two others in Plateau state following the slaughter of 11 Christians in the latter state earlier in the week, sources said.

UMC passes amendment allowing regional conferences to maintain biblical views on marriage, sexuality: The United Methodist Church will allow regions of the global body to maintain biblical standards on sexual ethics, following the denomination's vote last year to remove such rules.

World Vision partners with local churches, mobilizes aid efforts in Caribbean islands after Hurricane Melissa: Millions across the Caribbean are reeling in the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa, one of the most powerful storms ever recorded in the Atlantic, with children among the most vulnerable as…

Evangelical body in US urges Trump administration to reconsider plan to drastically cut refugee admissions: The National Association of Evangelicals (NAE) has urged President Donald Trump’s administration to reverse its decision to cut U.S. refugee admissions to the lowest level in history — a move…

Historic prayer meeting with Argentinian President Milei on the Day of Evangelical Churches: As part of the implementation of Law 27741, passed by Argentina’s Chamber of Deputies and Senate in 2024, a prayer event was held on Monday at the Casa Rosada (the Presidential Palace) in observance of the…

"Baby Ruth" continues to inspire Nigerian Christians: Years after she lived through unspeakable violence, young Ruth’s smile emerges free from trauma but bearing the scars of a people facing continuous threats from tribal, economic, and religious opposition to their presence on the land. Yet hope…

Pastor among 10 Christians killed by herdsmen in central Nigeria: Fulani herdsmen on Monday (Nov. 3) killed at least 10 Christians, including a Pentecostal pastor, in Benue state, Nigeria.

BBC accused of internal censorship over trans coverage amid leaked memo and rebuke of veteran presenter Martine Croxall: The BBC is facing scrutiny over its handling of transgender-related issues, following two separate reports that have ignited debate about editorial impartiality and internal…

Mission to Seafarers prepares global outreach to bring Christmas cheer to sailors far from home: The Mission to Seafarers (MtS) is preparing major outreach efforts to support sailors spending Christmas far from home. Founded in 1856, the Christian welfare charity provides practical, emotional, and…

Kenyan Christian leaders strongly oppose laws to regulate religious organisations: Christian leaders from various church associations in Kenya have expressed concerns about plans to regulate religious activities through the Religious Organisations Bill and the Religious Organisations Policy.

Champions Club unveils new faith-based curriculum initiative for youths with special needs: Global special needs ministry for all ages, the “Champions Club,” has announced a major new initiative aimed at addressing a significant, long-overlooked gap in Christian ministry resources:  a dedicated,…

Honduran evangelicals pledge prayer and vigilance for democracy ahead of elections: Representatives of the Honduran evangelical Church have pledged to remain in “vigilance and prayer” for democracy as the country prepares for general elections on Nov. 30. Evangelical congregations coordinated under…

Court rules authorities in Malaysia responsible for long missing pastor: Malaysia’s High Court ruled on Wednesday (Nov. 5) that the government and police abducted Pastor Raymond Koh, missing since 2017, with prior investigations concluding that authorities likely “disappeared” him as a threat to…

The word becoming flesh in 600 languages via The Chosen: Good gospel-focused translation should bring us closer to each other and closer to Jesus. When done well, it transforms lives like the lives of Rita and her daughter while watching The Chosen. As a result, Rita has gone on to serve with Come…

Oppressed Christian in Pakistan charged with blasphemy: A Christian in Pakistan with mental health issues has been arrested and charged under blasphemy, terrorism and sedition laws, sources said.

Construction begins for U.K.’s Eternal Wall of Answered prayer: Construction to build a monument claimed to be the largest Christian landmark in the U.K. — the Eternal Wall of Answered Prayer — is going ahead this week. The Eternal Wall design is a giant white infinity ribbon loop known as a Möbius…

Pastor, nine other Christians killed in Nigeria: Fulani assailants and other terrorists in Nigeria killed nine Christians in Plateau state and a pastor in Kaduna state in the past week, sources said.

Women are 'easy targets' for persecution in Christian-minority countries: Women and girls are easy targets for religious persecution, and their plight is often compounded when shunned by their own church communities after escaping their captors, say experts on gender-based persecution.

Police in India arrest Pastor after Hindu extremist attack: When a Hindu extremist mob assaulted Christian men, women and children during a church service in India in late September, police jailed the pastor and charged him and four other Christians, sources said.

Police in India arrest Christians after Hindu extremist attack: When a Hindu extremist mob assaulted Christian men, women and children during a church service in India in late September, police jailed the pastor and charged him and four other Christians, sources said.

Three pillars to support spiritual growth in mutli-cultural contexts: For the most part, churches have not developed a robust theology of intercultural engagement. Instead, churches in multi-cultural contexts resist the influence of cultural newcomers by sanctifying their pre-existing dominance. In…