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This story was originally published by Religion Unplugged. PHILADELPHIA — The Bible protects against what the U.S. surgeon general has termed an “epidemic of loneliness” as harmful to health as smoking 15 cigarettes a day, the American Bible Society (ABS) said in releasing its latest chapter of the 2024 State of the Bible. Bible engagement,
Dr. Darren Whitehead, senior pastor of Church of the City in Nashville, Tennessee, believes fasting is the “most neglected spiritual practice in the modern world” and argues that it may be more essential now than ever. In his book, The Digital Fast: 40 Days to Detox Your Mind and Reclaim What Matters Most, Whitehead explains
Tim Tebow’s Fight Against Child Trafficking Tim Tebow, renowned for his devout Christian faith and former NFL career, continues to use his platform for social impact. Through his Tim Tebow Foundation, he has launched the “UnKNOWN and UnFINISHED” campaign, a movement aimed at rescuing children from the grip of human trafficking. Tebow calls trafficking “one
A Father-Son Legacy Through Padres Baseball Minister D.J. Iverson’s devotion to the San Diego Padres goes beyond the field, rooted in family memories and personal reflection. Growing up, Iverson spent countless hours at Padres games with his father, bonding over baseball in a way that shaped him deeply. The Oklahoma Christian University graduate now serves
The Metro Church of Christ in Detroit has evolved its pro-life approach, moving from confrontational protests to compassionate support through the Embrace Grace ministry. Originally known for direct, often confrontational opposition to abortion outside clinics, the church, led by Donald and Phyllis Eason, now focuses on offering love and practical help to single mothers facing
Craig Story, a professor at Gordon College in New England, leads a small team of undergraduate students conducting advanced cancer research using immunofluorescence microscopy. This technique involves staining tumor samples from lab mice to analyze the distribution of specific proteins, with the ultimate goal of understanding the reasons behind cancer development and treatment responses. Despite
Young Evangelicals for Climate Action (YECA) is mobilizing students from six Christian colleges to canvass for climate votes, advocating the message, “Love God, Love Your Neighbor, Vote for Climate!” This marks YECA’s first in-person campus campaign since its 2012 founding. Despite prevailing skepticism among U.S. evangelicals, the campaign encourages evangelical communities to link the climate
Former Atlanta Hawks forward AJ Griffin recently announced his decision to quit basketball and fully commit to his faith. Griffin, who became a Christian in 2020, revealed that this significant life change is driven by his desire to pursue ministry full-time. The 21-year-old announced via a video that his decision stems from a personal calling
Rev. Tim Ahrens, speaking to his congregation in Columbus, addressed the issue of Christian Nationalism, emphasizing that defining America as a Christian nation cannot be achieved. He reflected on the backlash he received after supporting Ohio’s reproductive rights amendment, noting that criticism often came from fellow Christians. This highlighted the growing divide over issues like
Christian schools in Maine and Vermont are challenging state laws that allegedly infringe on their religious beliefs. These schools argue that participation in public programs is being unfairly restricted due to their views on gender identity, sexuality, and Christianity. Public interest law firms are now appealing lower court decisions that upheld state actions in favor
In April, Rev. Chris Marchand, an Anglican priest from Peoria, Illinois, launched Wall of Silence, a podcast addressing abuse and cover-ups within the Anglican Church in North America (ACNA). However, after just two months, Marchand’s bishop, Alberto Morales, requested he suspend the podcast. The podcast, which had gained between 500 and 1,000 listeners per episode,
In recent years, many wealthy pastors have transitioned from writing best-selling books to generating income through life coaching. This shift enables them to maintain lifestyles that rival those of secular celebrities, earning substantial sums from side businesses while continuing their pastoral duties. With some charging fees from $29 per month to tens of thousands per
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