America Losing the Meaning of Christmas? - Crossmap Christian News | Church & Ministries

America Losing the Meaning of Christmas? - Crossmap Christian News | Church & Ministries: "A new survey by the Pew Research Center found only 50 percent of Americans consider Christmas a religious holiday, even though nearly 75 percent say they believe Jesus was born to a virgin."

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Pastor sentenced to month in jail for Bible teaching on homosexual behavior - Conservative Byte

Pastor sentenced to month in jail for Bible teaching on homosexual behavior - Conservative Byte: "The controversy is cause for concern for Christian and Jewish ministers who teach the traditional interpretation of Scripture regarding homosexual behavior.

With a growing intolerance for religious teaching on the subject following “hate crimes” legislation in 2009, could American ministers soon find themselves in the position of Swedish pastor Ake Green?"

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Christianity On Trial In Duck Dynasty Controversy | Christian News

Christianity On Trial In Duck Dynasty Controversy | Christian News: "America may be on the verge of a long-needed discussion over the limits of discourse on homosexual acts. Phil Robertson, patriarch of the family that stars in Duck Dynasty, the most popular program in the history of cable television, was interviewed by GQ Magazine, and was asked what in his mind is sinful:"

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Got Questions - Question of the Week

Got Questions - Question of the Week: "Answer: The debate about whether or not Christians should celebrate Christmas has been raging for centuries. There are equally sincere and committed Christians on both sides of the issue, each with multiple reasons why or why not Christmas should be celebrated in Christian homes. But what does the Bible say? Does the Bible give clear direction as to whether Christmas is a holiday to be celebrated by Christians? "

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Why is giving thanks to God important?

Why is giving thanks to God important?: "Answer: The Bible is filled with commands to give thanks to God (Psalm 106:1; 107:1; 118:1; 1 Chronicles 16:34; 1 Thessalonians 5:18). Most verses go on to list reasons why we should thank Him, such as “His love endures forever” (Psalm 136:3), “He is good” (Psalm 118:29), and “His mercy is everlasting” (Psalm 100:5). Thanksgiving and praise always go together. We cannot adequately praise and worship God without also being thankful."

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'Duck Dynasty' Star's Suspension over Remarks on Gays Sends Fans into Frenzy | Gleanings | ChristianityToday.com

'Duck Dynasty' Star's Suspension over Remarks on Gays Sends Fans into Frenzy | Gleanings | ChristianityToday.com: "Update (Dec. 20): Debate over Phil Robertson's paraphase of a Bible verse's description of sin remains strong today. So does speculation that the spectacular run of Duck Dynasty may be done after the Robertson family's statement last night (see below) that "we cannot imagine the show going forward without our patriarch at the helm.""

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The Left's Mock Outrage Over What Phil Robertson Said Could be a Tipping Point - The Rush Limbaugh Show

The Left's Mock Outrage Over What Phil Robertson Said Could be a Tipping Point - The Rush Limbaugh Show: "RUSH: Ladies and gentlemen, as you are undoubtedly aware by now, the A&E network, which stands for Arts & Entertainment, has put the patriarch of Duck Dynasty, Phil Robertson, on indefinite hiatus.  I think they've essentially fired the guy, and in the process, they have thrown away the largest audience on cable television.  They've just thrown it away.  They've thrown away all that advertising.  I want to get into that aspect of this as it relates to what a free market is in a moment."

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SPREAD THE WORD: ClashDaily’s “Church Camo for Phil” This Sunday, Dec. 22 - Conservative Byte

SPREAD THE WORD: ClashDaily’s “Church Camo for Phil” This Sunday, Dec. 22 - Conservative Byte: "In case you haven’t heard – which we doubt you haven’t – Phil Robertson, Duck Dynasty star, was suspended from the A&E channel for comments he made in a GQ interview about homosexuality."

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▶ Experiencing the Presence of God's Spirit - Francis Chan - YouTube

▶ Experiencing the Presence of God's Spirit - Francis Chan - YouTube: ""

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Arguing With Atheists

Arguing With Atheists: "I find it hard to comprehend how an atheist can look at all the evidence I see for God and the Bible and not be converted.

At the same time, the atheist looks at his evidence and cannot comprehend how I could believe in God and the Bible.

How can this be?"

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