Joseph Francis, Pakistani veteran minority rights advocate, dies at 81
Joseph Francis, a distinguished Pakistani minorities rights defender, passed away on Wednesday, Feb. 11, after a prolonged illness. He was 81.
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Read this before being tempted to dismiss the Pope's AI warning
Evangelicals can be too quick to dismiss theology emerging from another tradition, especially that led by Pope Leo XIV. However, by doing so we may miss wisdom that is highly applicable to all followers of Jesus. In the case of the recent encyclical, we do well to appreciate it's biblical view of humanity and pointing to Jesus Christ, because the possibility of a completely unregulated AI future is frightening.
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From rainbow flags to national flags
As mass demonstrations blend Christian imagery with nationalist politics, questions grow concerning how Christians should respond to Christian nationalism. But the issue has more to do with elements of faith aligned with politics more than competing theological interpretations. Peter Lynas wonders if the latest UK shifts are a new expression of an old problem.
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When the comfort of cultural conformity inhibits freedom
From Romans 12:1 we are encouraged not to conform to the pattern of this world. The transformation of a renewed mind brings freedom we never knew existed, but it takes personal humility and submission to the one who has the power to forgive, sanctify, justify, and redeem us from captivity to our aspects of our culture that perpetuate immaturity.
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What Michael Jackson can teach us about the search for identity
Back in pop culture with the release of a new biopic movie, the story of Michael Jackson makes for a striking case study of what happens when our identity dislocated. His life reveals the deep needs inside all of us that only knowing Jesus can truly meet.
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310 faith-based organizations recognized as ‘Best Christian Workplaces’
By CDI StaffBest Christian Workplaces in the U.S. State of Washington has announced “Certified Best Christian Workplaces” with 310 global faith-based organisations and Christian-owned businesses honored for their work. The ministry said the honors represented a variety of Christian organizations, including churches,parachurch ministries, mission organizations, Christian-owned businesses, Christian schools, and universities. Certified Best Christian Workplaces are spread across the United States, Canada, and
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Australian hero teen says ‘It was God the whole time’ after rescuing family at sea
By Chris EyteAn Australian teenage boy who swam for four hours across a rough sea only a day after shark sightings to save his family says that God helped him.
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Arabic version of The Chosen welcomed in Jordan
By Daoud KuttabBuilding on growing interest across the Arab world, Jordan recently hosted the official local launch of the Arabic-dubbed version of The Chosen, welcoming the series to Amman with public screenings and appearances by actors, producers and church leaders from across the region.
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Actor Tim Allen says he has finished reading the entire Bible: 'Humbled, enlightened and amazed'
By CDI StaffActor and comedian Tim Allen said this week that he has completed a full, cover-to-cover reading of the Bible, describing the 13-month process as humbling and transformative.
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Kenya election commission and evangelical leaders launch 2027 roadmap amid funding shortfall
By CDI StaffThe Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) and the Evangelical Alliance of Kenya (EAK) convened a prayer breakfast Wednesday, Feb. 4, launching a formal partnership ahead of the 2027 General Election aimed at safeguarding the country's democratic process through value-based engagement. The initiative comes as the commission warns it faces a significant shortfall in funding for key pre-election activities.
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Christian leader calls for faith-driven engagement to promote ethical governance, combat corruption in the Philippines
Philippine evangelical leader Peter Tan-Chi, founder and senior pastor of Christ’s Commission Fellowship, has called on Christians to engage actively in national life, urging believers to confront corruption, vote responsibly and live out their faith beyond church walls. His remarks came during a recent half-hour interview on 1ON1, hosted by broadcast journalist Karen Davila, which has drawn hundreds of thousands of views on YouTube.
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Dominican evangelicals back Abinader's austerity plan to address the economic crisis
The Dominican Evangelical Alliance (AEDO) expressed support for the government's recently announced austerity measures and called on all sectors of society to work together in response to global economic challenges.
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