Kidnapped girl in Pakistan who escaped is abducted again
A Muslim in Pakistan who kidnapped and forcibly converted a Christian girl who later escaped has abducted her again, her father said.
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Antisemitism in Christian, Islamic, and Secular perspective
Christian, Islamic, and secular/atheistic perspectives and politics have shaped recent world history more than any other international movement. All three have produced widespread forms of antisemitism that have repeatedly intermingled, threatening the human rights of Jewish people. It is important that Christians understand the roots of antisemitism and resist it as an evil and an affront to God.
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"Baby Ruth" continues to inspire Nigerian Christians
Years after she lived through unspeakable violence, young Ruth’s smile emerges free from trauma but she still bears some physical effects of a people facing continuous threats from tribal, economic, and religious opposition to their presence on the land. Yet hope remains as the people trust in Jesus as their deliverer.
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Christians should uphold freedom of belief for all including homosexuals
South Africa celebrates Pride Month during October even as persecution of homosexuals is rising in other African states. This should be of concern for Christians as freedom of belief has long been a commitment of Protestant Christians. It doesn’t mean Christians must agree with differing beliefs, but it does mean that we must support the human right of others to hold, practice, and celebrate their beliefs as we have the right to hold, practice, and celebrate ours.
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I was forced from home for my faith in Christ
After a miraculous healing and turning to Jesus, an Indian family has faced persistent persecution. Recently it became so fierce they were forced to flee. Nevertheless, a powerful witness to faith in Christ remains in their village that we pray will one day bear much fruit. Here is their first-hand story.
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Most US pastors encourage congregations to pray for and support persecuted Christians, new report shows
By Chris EyteChurch pastors in the U.S. have overwhelmingly indicated that the needs of the persecuted church are important to their local congregations. Lifeway Research surveyed 1,003 Protestant pastors by phone from Aug. 8 to Sept. 3, 2024, to gauge their views. The findings were published today (Feb. 18).
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JD Vance rebukes anti-free speech, anti-Christian discrimination in Munich speech
Delivering a speech in Germany, U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance criticized European governments for suppressing free speech and discriminating against Christians. He urged leaders across Europe to reverse the ongoing crackdown on conservative voices and religious freedoms.
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Evangelicals in Ukraine oppose ceding territory for peace, rights advocates say
By Edward RossEvangelicals in Ukraine do not favor a peace agreement that grants territory to Russia, as the Russian military already seeks to end the evangelical presence in the areas it controls, according to sources from Ukraine.
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Young Christian woman in Pakistan escapes Muslim captor
An 18-year-old woman has been reunited with her Catholic family after six months of captivity, forced conversion to Islam and coerced marriage to the Muslim who abducted her, sources said.
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Fulani attacks in Plateau state, Nigeria kill 11 Christians
Fulani herdsmen killed a Christian and kidnapped four others in Plateau state, Nigeria, on Feb. 1 after massacring more than 10 others Jan. 27-31 in the same state, sources said.
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UK school worker wins appeal over dismissal for LGBTQ views
By Chris EyteA school counseling assistant today (Feb. 12) won at the U.K. Court of Appeal after her employer fired her for expressing concern on Facebook about LGBTQ+ materials being taught to primary school children.
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Stoning of church building in Indonesia leads to melee
An attack by young Islamists on a church building in Indonesia led to a melee that threatened to involve Christian militias in defense, sources said.
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