LAST GENERATION NETWORK NEWS: "Christian Edition" DECEMBER 18, 2013 - WEDNESDAY - Tevet 15, 5774 Vol.I No.11
Christianity is beginning “to disappear” in its own birthplace after 2,000 years because of a wave of “organised persecution” across the Middle East, the Prince of Wales has warned. |
In a recent speech at Georgetown University, a British cabinet minister said some startling things about Christians in the Middle East: "Across the world, people are being singled out and hounded out simply for the faith they hold…. |
While many Christians assume that a conversion to the faith heals all past problems, Haggard said this wasn't the case in his own experience. |
Ann Voskamp is a wife, mother of six, blogger, and the best-selling author of One Thousand Gifts. Her second book, an Advent devotional titled The Greatest Gift, has already spent four weeks on the New York Times bestseller list. |
When it comes to marketing one's own literary production, no one can touch Bill O'Reilly. For weeks now, the TV personality has been trumpeting the newest of his "Killing" series, "Killing Jesus" (after "Killing Lincoln" and "Killing Kennedy") on his ... |
A few weeks ago the Heifer Project animal gift catalog made its annual pilgrimage through our mail slot, landing on our entryway floor right on time for the holidays. |
I met with a pastor of a large and influential church with the hopes of engaging him in a church planting movement for our city. Over lunch, his observation about church planters surprised me, "I find that most church planters are characterized by two ... |
Christians of Syria are being used both by the regime and rebels as a political card, which puts them in enormous danger, Reverend Nadim Nassar, an Anglican priest from Syria told RT. |
They're an august alumni association, the Mouseketeers of “The All New Mickey Mouse Club,” which ran from 1989 to 1996 on the Disney Channel. |
Stories of both Santa Claus and St. Nicholas have continued to be associated with both Christmas and Christianity. Santa Claus slowly evolved from an interesting thread woven throughout the world's cultures. |
Ted Haggard, a preacher who stepped down in 2006 from his position as president of the National Association of Evangelicals and pastor of New Life Church in Colorado Springs, Colo., following a sex and drug scandal, recently spoke out about Isaac ... |
A coalition of evangelical Christian churches pushing for an overhaul of the immigration laws will run radio commercials over the next two weeks calling for prayers for the speaker of the House, John A. Boehner of Ohio, to take up legislation on the issue. |
Various conservative and evangelical leaders who commended Nelson Mandela's work to end racism in South Africa have stated that these compliments come in spite of his views on other issues. |
Mike Huckabee is obviously an attractive candidate to evangelicals. He's unapologetic about his faith, and strong on the sanctity of marriage and life. |
The more I wrote about who I met and what I learned, I found that I was numbered among many who grew up evangelical without trauma or harm, with a full window into the world and no qualms whatsoever about the role of women in the church or at home. |
Just over a decade ago, evangelical Christians were ascendant. After the legwork of Falwell's Moral Majority and Ralph Reed's Christian Coalition, an evangelical Christian was in the White House, George W. Bush, whose favorite philosopher was "Jesus ... |
Kay Warren Says 'Heart Is Broken' Over Joel Hunter's Son Suicide; Evangelical Leader Laments Hunter Lost 5-Y-O Granddaughter Just 3 Years Ago. |
Evangelicals are good news people (the “evangel” in Greek means the 'gospel' or 'good news'). It's about a victory that Jesus has secured entirely apart from us, apart from our works, apart from our feelings. |
In document, pope lays out his vision for an evangelical church. By Francis X. Rocca. Pope Francis kisses a baby after his weekly audience in St. Peter's Square at the Vatican Nov. 6. In his first extensive piece of writing as pope, Pope Francis lays ... |
When the evangelical radio host Janet Mefferd agreed to interview Seattle pastor Mark Driscoll on her syndicated talk show the week before Thanksgiving, she warned his publicist that she would be asking some tough questions. |
He is also, according toCatholictradition, the keeper of the keys to the Kingdom of Heaven. That's why the pope's heraldic shield features pair of crossed keys beneath a papal crown. |
Fifty prominentCatholiceducators have signed a letter protestingCatholicUniversity of America's recent acceptance of a $1 million grant from a foundation affiliated with the billionaire libertarian Koch brothers, saying the gift sends “a confusing... |
It was that kind of week for theCatholicChurch in Minnesota, from the St. John's incident, to the archbishop's odd news conference, to his announcement that he would step down temporarily because of an allegation he inappropriately touched a child, a... |
Judge Brian Cogan issued a permanent injunction Monday exempting four organizations with ties to the RomanCatholicChurch from complying with a rule to provide their employees with contraceptive health care coverage through a third party. |
CentralCatholicquarterback Hunter Petlansky looks for an open receiver during the CIF Division 4 Northern California bowl game with McClymonds at Lincoln High School in Stockton on Friday December 13, 2013. |
Bishop Walkowiak prefers the term evangelization to marketing. "It is my hope that through these messages, people in West Michigan will learn more about theCatholiccommunity in our diocese and be inspired to return to the church or seek us out for... |
ST. PAUL, Minn. - The RomanCatholicDiocese of Winona has named 14 priests accused of sexually abusing minors. The southeastern Minnesota diocese filed the list in Ramsey County District Court on Monday. |
That Nienstedt applied the same standards to himself that apply to priests was a welcome move, said Fr. Jim Connell, a Milwaukee archdiocesan priest and member of the abuse victims' advocacy groupCatholicWhistleblowers. "It's the right thing to do... |
Sometime around last February, people were ready to declare an end to the MaldenCatholichockey dynasty. The Lancers were languishing with what would become a share of last place in theCatholicConference, and there were questions about whether ... |
“TheCatholicConversation” debuted Tuesday on 1310 AM in the Phoenix area. The weekly radio show airs at 11 a.m. on Tuesdays. |
According to Reuters, the allegations against the five priests grew from a 2011 Philadelphia grand jury report that culminated with the jailing of Monsignor William Lynn, the highest-ranking U.S. |
The poll for BBC Newsline found that 39 per cent ofProtestantswant to keep the body, with just 24 per cent wanting it abolished and a large percentage - 37 per cent - saying that they had no opinion on the issue. |
“We have seen for a number of years a steady improvement in the extent to which the representation of theProtestantand Roman Catholic community in the monitored workforce approximates to the composition of those available for work,” he said. |
Fifty-eight percent ofProtestantpastors agree with the statement: “I am in favor of immigration reform that includes a path to citizenship for those who are currently in the country illegally. |
POTTER: What these worshipers do know is that they've found a home in this evangelicalProtestantchurch. RUIZ: They like to be feeling free, freedom to worship the Lord with our heart. |
Thursday, as part of the national dialogue initiated by President Martelly aimed at provide adequate responses to the real problems of Haiti, Laurent Lamothe as Minister of Planning and External Cooperation, accompanied by members of his Cabinet, met ... |
This resulted in some Irish-Americans claiming that because Bill Greer was aProtestanthe had to be involved in the murder of a Roman Catholic president. |
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- 5 Things I Wish I’d Done Before Marriage
- It Doesn’t Sound Nice, But Sometimes We Need to “Shut Up”
- Jesus Didn’t Call Us to be Nice
- Moral Mayhem Multiplies - Now, It's Polygamy's Turn
- Please Pray for Billy Graham
- The Scandal of the Semi-Churched
- At Christmas, give what matters
- The villain of Christmas?
- In Present Ukrainian Crisis, a Middle Way Must Be Found
- No Christmas Celebration for Christians Suffering in Damascus
POSITIVE HEADLINES
- Hope found after ALS diagnosis
- Secret Santa Pays for Walmart Toys on Layaway
- The Simple Thing An Officer Did For a Homeless Man Proves There Is Still Good in the World
- One Arizona Community’s Inspiring Response When A Salvation Army Office Was Robbed
- Man Behind 'Tips for Jesus' Rumored to Be Fmr. PayPal VP
CHRISTIAN VIDEOS
- The Acapella Version of 'Little Drummer Boy' That Is Making Even People Who Don't Like Christianity Feel Good
- Did God Sanction Slavery in the Old Testament?
- Generous Mystery Tipper Leaving 'TipsforJesus'
- Live Nativity 'Reminder of Higher Authority' to Capitol Hill
- Miss Kay's Faith in Jesus
FAMILY
- 5 Things I Wish I’d Done Before Marriage
- Present Over Perfect
- Growing up without a father transforms children’s brains
- 8 Ways to Spend Less and Save More This Holiday Season
- Britain needs greater commitment to traditional family, says Marriage Foundation
DEVOTION - BIBLE STUDY
- "Joseph, the Unsung Hero" -- Harvest Daily Devotion for 12/18/2013
- The Joy of Jesus Christ: The Joy of Forsaking All, Part 1
- The God Who Relates to Us
- "Childlike Faith" -- Harvest Daily Devotion for 12/17/2013
- The Joy of Selflessness, Part 2B
ENTERTAINMENT
- 9 Things You Should Know About The Hobbit
- Queen Latifah Shares How Faith Helped Her Through Tragedy
- Tolkien and the Long Defeat
- Actor Who’s Filling Kirk Cameron’s Shoes in End-Times Thriller ‘Left Behind’ Reveals What Drew Him to the Role
- Duck Dynasty Christmas special 2013 preview
REVIEWS
- Robert Redford Back on Screen with 'All Is Lost'
- 12 Years a Slave the Definitive Slavery Film
- Movie Review: Carrie
PRAYER CONCERNS
- Please Pray for Billy Graham
- Thousands Pray Against Pornography Following Industry Shutdown
- South Africans hold day of prayer for Mandela
- Pentecostal Pastors in Africa Push Prayer, Not Drugs, for People with HIV
- National Prayer Day Against Pornography Calls Intercessors to Action
CHRISTIAN STEWARDSHIP
- Debit Card Access For a Collector?
- Go Ahead and Auto-Draft
- Dave Says - December 16, 2013
- Add On or Move?
- An Emergency Fund Shouldn't Take a Year
HOMESCHOOLING
- The Homeschool Apostates
- Homeschool Organization Joins Fight After Court Orders Children to Attend School for ‘Socialization’
- Supreme Court Orders Obama Admin to Respond to Christian Homeschooling Family’s Appeal
BAPTIST PRESS
- Hope found after ALS diagnosis
- New believer risks marriage for Jesus
- Believer suffers prison so others can live
- Robert George receives religious liberty award
- Satanists, Hindus eye Okla. Commandments
CHRISTIAN POST
- Analysis: Conservatives Missing Opportunity to Defend Religious Freedom in Utah Polygamy Case
- Pastors in Peril: Bearing the Burdens of Leadership (Pt. 1)
- Adoption: A Young Mother's Choice
- The Life and Example of Billy Graham
- Depression in the Ministry
LIFE NEWS
- Couple Rejects Abortion, Chooses Life for All Their Quintuplets
- “Would Planned Parenthood Have Aborted Jesus?” Pro-Life Christmas Carolers Ask
- Kermit Gosnell-Inspired Bill Would Ban Impersonating a Doctor in Pennsylvania
- Intuitive Nurse Saved Pope Francis’ Life From Grave Sickness
- Study: Babies are a $217,000 Financial Blessing to Society
INTELLIGENT DESIGN THE FUTURE
- ID Scientist Douglas Axe Responds to His Critics
- Dr. Wolf-Ekkehard Lönnig on the Law of Recurrent Variation, pt. 3
- Dr. Wolf-Ekkehard Lönnig on the Law of Recurrent Variation, pt. 2
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A Great Big Blind Spot
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Hunger Strike Underway for Pastor, Church Members Detained in China
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How to Break Free From the Enemy’s Stranglehold
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World
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Culture
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Opinion
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Texas Church Gives Away $30,000 in Gift Cards, Over 1,000 Gifts for Families in Need
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Murdered North San Diego Family Experiencing Heaven's Joys, Family and Friends Believe
Mystery still surrounds the death of the McStay family, who disappeared in early 2010 from an idyllic northern San Diego community best known for its avocado groves and family-friendly lifestyle. But one thing is not in doubt to family members and close friends – their strong Christian faith and eternal destination.
Methodist Pastor Who Officiated Son's Gay Wedding Refuses to Give Up Credentials
The Rev. Frank Schaefer, a Methodist pastor near Philadelphia who was recently suspended for officiating his gay son's wedding in 2007, said at a press conference Monday that he will not voluntarily turn over his religious credentials, challenging the church to either defrock him or let him remain a reverend and voice for the LGBT community.
Nick Vujicic's 'World Outreach' Web Series Premieres With Feature on Limbless Evangelist's Visit to Hungary
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Billy Graham 'Not in Any Immediate Danger,' Spokesman Says
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Christian Teens Terrorized by Demon After Bringing 'Dirty Magazine' to Church Lock-In in Anti-Porn Film
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Peter O'Toole Described Himself as "Retired Christian"
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'The Hobbit: Desolation of Smaug' 'Botched' Tolkien's Work? Christian Reviewers Give Mixed Reactions
While "The Hobbit: Desolation of Smaug" won at the box office and has generally high ratings among viewers, many Christian reviewers criticized it as a betrayal of J.R.R. Tolkien's original work. Even one of its staunch defenders said that a closing scene was unnecessary.
Actor Mark Wahlberg Talks Visiting Church Twice on Sundays, Importance of Family
Actor Mark Wahlberg recently opened up about his faith, as he always does unabashedly, saying that his belief in God sustains him while offering a glimpse into the typical Sunday at his Los Angeles residence, which entails going to church.
Jeremy Lin Suffers Back Injury Two Games After Return; Trade Rumors Swirl
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UFC Fighter Vitor Belfort Beats Up Distracted Churchgoers in New Commercial for Megachurch (VIDEO)
Ultimate Fighting Championship heavyweight Vitor Belfort, nicknamed "The Phenom," has taken on a new role as "The Values Enforcer" in a comedic commercial recently released by Steven's Furtick's Elevation Church in North Carolina.
White House Condemns Execution of North Korean Dictator's Uncle
The White House has condemned the reported execution of Jang Song Thaek, an uncle of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. The executed official, once considered the second most powerful man and a "China man in Pyongyang," was accused of treason and drug abuse among other charges.
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Jesus Visits Hindu in Coma, Brings Healing and Salvation
Wife of pastor imprisoned in Iran asks Congress for help
Pope Francis Responds to Criticism, Says 'I'm Not a Marxist'
Pope Francis responded to criticism from U.S. conservatives, including from radio host Rush Limbaugh, spelling out his stand on Marxism, and declaring categorically he's not a Marxist. The pope was accused of promoting Marxism.
School Principal Attacked By Islamists as New Education Policy Takes Effect in Nigeria
Educational reforms in Nigeria's Osun state have created religious tensions in schools, resulting in Islamist youths beating a Christian principal unconscious last month, Christian leaders said.
North Korea Executes Kim Jong Un's Uncle for Being 'Worse Than a Dog'
North Korean media reported Thursday that the "worse than a dog" uncle of Kim Jong Un has been executed, describing him as a traitor who tried to overthrow the oppressive government.
Egypt Laws Do Not Protect Christian Copts' Rights, Could Destabilize Country's Future
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Apple Approves Gay Social App for Ages 12 and Up
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