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No, Israel has not banned Christianity – Logically

Download the Free App Today CLAIM ID Kulsum May 3, 2023 12:11:30 PM There is no formal law in place that bans the practice of religion in Israel. ContextOutrage spread across social media after Israeli lawmakers proposed a bill in January 2023 to outlaw any attempts to preach Christianity. On April 20, 2023, an Instagram user posted a video claiming that "Israel is banning Christianity." In the video, Israeli police officers can be seen managing a crowd of shoppers at […]

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Christians Differing on Creation Issues with Charity – Reasons to Believe

“We believe in one God, the Father, the Almighty, maker of heaven and earth, of all that is, seen and unseen.”This first line from the Nicene Creed is biblically derived and affirmed by all of theologically conservative Christendom. The statement sets forth that God the Father, the first person of the Trinity, is the primary agent in creation. Nothing exists apart from God, for God is the very maker of all things.The creed succinctly states what’s essential to believe, though it doesn’t address […]

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1 Thessalonians 1:3 — Today’s Verse for Thursday, June 1, 2023

We continually remember before our God and Father your work produced by faith, your labor prompted by love, and your endurance inspired by hope in our Lord Jesus Christ.— 1 Thessalonians 1:3In a world that falls for facades and seems to give more credit for intentions than actions, don't you find it refreshing that Paul expects — and gives thanks — that the Thessalonian disciples' faith, hope, and love will […]

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Verse of the Day – 1 Thessalonians 1:3

We continually remember before our God and Father your work produced by faith, your labor prompted by love, and your endurance inspired by hope in our Lord Jesus Christ.—1 Thessalonians 1:3Thoughts on Today's Verse...In a world that falls for facades and seems to give more credit for intentions than actions, don't you find it refreshing that Paul expects — and gives thanks — that the Thessalonian disciples' faith, hope, and […]

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Don’t Think You Know It All!

Photo by Patrick Fore on UnsplashWe can easily find information of all types online. That ease may deceive us into thinking that we “know it all” – a belief that can lead to pride.  Instead, Scripture calls us to really love each other – and “don’t think that we know it all!” Scripture:        Proverbs, chapters 16-18; Romans, chapter 12 Romans 12:9-18 (NLT): Don’t just pretend to love others. Really love […]

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UK Coronation Remains Religious, Even if the Country Isn’t – ChristianityToday.com

Last year, a Washington Post journalist interviewed Ian Bradley, a professor of cultural and spiritual history here in the United Kingdom, about the accession of King Charles III to the throne. The reporter remarked, “For a country which is so secular and where so few go to church, you sure mention God a lot.”It’s a fair comment. As monarch, King Charles is not only the head of state for the UK but also the Defender of the Faith (a title […]

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Today's Verse – Hebrews 13:7

Remember your leaders, who spoke the word of God to you. Consider the outcome of their way of life and imitate their faith.—Hebrews 13:7Thoughts on Today's Verse...What makes a great Christian leader? The Holy Spirit emphasizes three things in this passage: They teach others the word of God. They live as great examples for others. They have observable faith. God puts each of us in unique positions of influence with […]

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Verse of the Day – Hebrews 13:7

Remember your leaders, who spoke the word of God to you. Consider the outcome of their way of life and imitate their faith.—Hebrews 13:7Thoughts on Today's Verse...What makes a great Christian leader? The Holy Spirit emphasizes three things in this passage: They teach others the word of God. They live as great examples for others. They have observable faith. God puts each of us in unique positions of influence with […]

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Khartoum Churches Damaged as Sudan Descends Closer to Civil … – ChristianityToday.com

Sudan’s most Christian neighborhood is under attack.Collateral damage amid severe clashes between the army and its previously partnered militia, churches in the Bahri district of the capital Khartoum and surrounding areas have witnessed the worst of the past three weeks of fighting.The Evangelical Presbyterian church suffered a fire as munitions exploded in a nearby market. The Coptic Orthodox church was struck by a rocket. And All Saints Anglican Cathedral was occupied by militant forces.Over 500 people have been killed, with […]

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Christianity without love – Baptist News Global – Baptist News Global

OpinionDavid Gushee, Senior Columnist  |  May 1, 2023One of them, an expert in the law, asked him a question to test him. “Teacher, which commandment in the law is the greatest?” He said to him, “‘You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.’ This is the greatest and first commandment. And a second is like it: ‘You shall love your neighbor as yourself.’ On these two commandments hang all the Law […]

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