Study; Christians are the world's most persecuted religious group - Living Faith - Home & Family - Catholic Online

Study; Christians are the world's most persecuted religious group - Living Faith - Home & Family - Catholic Online: "religious group
By Catholic Online (NEWS CONSORTIUM)
2/10/2014
Catholic Online (www.catholic.org)
Persecution against Christians reported in 110 countries


A new study by the Pew Research Center found that restrictions, harassment and intimidation towards people of faith increased in every major region of the world in 2012 with the exception of the Americas. Interestingly, the study found that Christians are more likely to be persecuted worldwide than any other religious group."



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Christianity in England is becoming an anachronism. Nearly half of Britons have no idea where to find story of Creation or Jesus! - International - Catholic Online

Christianity in England is becoming an anachronism. Nearly half of Britons have no idea where to find story of Creation or Jesus! - International - Catholic Online: "Goodbye Christianity, it was nice having you around, but it looks like the atheists have won. According to a report in the Daily Mail, a dwindling fraction of British children have any specific knowledge of the Bible and the Archbishop of Canterbury warns that the Church of England is now just a generation away from extinction."



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'LiveStrong' Christianity

'LiveStrong' Christianity: "A couple months back I wrote about Reader's Digest Christianity, and how it reduced the Christian faith to pithy, easily-achievable goals that ensure our personal improvement. Here, I have a different (though depressingly similar) target: "LiveStrong" Christianity. LiveStrong bracelets are today even more popular than the infamous WWJD bracelets were 10 years ago, despite the public fall from grace of their namesake, Lance Armstrong."



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ON CHRISTIANITY | NWAonline

ON CHRISTIANITY | NWAonline: "DEAR REV. GRAHAM: Did God put something inside us that’s supposed to tell us what’s right and what’s wrong? If He did, then why do some people not even seem to have a conscience? They go out and do terrible things without even thinking.

A.M. DEAR A.M.: Yes, God did put within each of us a sense of right and wrong - what we usually call our conscience. In fact, one reason we feel guilty when we do wrong is because our conscience is speaking to us. The Bible urges us to pursue things that come “from a pure heart and a good conscience and a sincere faith” (1 Timothy 1:5)."



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The Comfort Zone: Words of Comfort: The Titanic

The Comfort Zone: Words of Comfort: The Titanic: "The story of the Titanic has incredibly close parallels to the biblical plan of salvation. Just as the great pleasure ship struck an iceberg and sank, this great world— with all its inhabitants—is slowly sinking into the cold grip of death. As with the Titanic, where only those passengers who believed that they were in impending danger looked to the lifeboats, so only those who
believe that they are in mortal danger will look to the Lifeboat of the Savior, Jesus Christ. The
great “iceberg” that will take the world to an icy grave is the Moral Law—the Ten Commandments."



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Why Doesn't God Answer All My Prayers? | Cold Case Christianity

Why Doesn't God Answer All My Prayers? | Cold Case Christianity: "If the Christian God exists, why doesn’t he consistently answer the prayers of his followers? The prayers of devout, deserving Christians go unanswered every day. Are these unanswered prayers evidence that the Christian God simply does not exist? What does the Bible teach about the nature of prayer? Are there some prayers that God simply will not answer?"



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The Comfort Zone: Word of Comfort: Mistakes and the Bible.

The Comfort Zone: Word of Comfort: Mistakes and the Bible.: "It has seeming mistakes, which, when investigated with a humble heart, prove to be our mistakes, not God’s. The death of Judas, the day Adam died, the “two” creations, the last words of Jesus, etc., all have simple explanations for those who are seeking truth. However, the majority of those who ask these questions are not seeking answers"



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Husband of Pregnant Canadian Brain Dead Woman to Keep Wife on Life Support Until Baby Born | Christian News Network

Husband of Pregnant Canadian Brain Dead Woman to Keep Wife on Life Support Until Baby Born | Christian News Network: "VICTORIA, Canada – A Canadian man whose pregnant wife has been declared brain dead has raised over $140,000 in his desire to keep his wife on life support until their baby is able to be delivered."



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Obama: Religious Freedom ‘Key Objective’ for Foreign Policy, National Security

Obama: Religious Freedom ‘Key Objective’ for Foreign Policy, National Security: "President Obama pledged to continue promoting freedom of religion worldwide and called for the release of prisoners of conscience at the National Prayer Breakfast on Thursday.
“History shows that nations that uphold the rights of their people, including the freedom of religion, are ultimately more just and more peaceful, and more successful,” Obama said. “Nations that do not uphold these rights sow the bitter seeds of instability and violence and extremism, so freedom of religion matters to our national security.”"



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Albert Pujols - I am Second

Albert Pujols - I am Second: "Albert Pujols grew up watching his father play softball in the Dominican Republic. He would sit next to him on the team bus travelling from town to town pitching for the local team. But never did Albert dream that, one day, he would find himself rising to become one of Major League Baseball’s greatest players. "



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Josh Turner - I am Second

Josh Turner - I am Second: "Performing at the Grand Ole Opry. Country Music Award nominations. Touring across the country. For Josh Turner these are the culminations of dreams planted in him long ago."



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In Touch Ministries > Broadcast > Today on Radio

In Touch Ministries > Broadcast > Today on Radio: "If we want God to do great things in and through our lives, why do we see so little real change? Dr. Stanley says your faith will be strengthened when you believe God is who He says He is and will do what He promises to do. But a number of factors may cause our faith to falter. This teaching will show you the causes and consequences of wavering faith, and will provide you with disciplines to help you stand firm when your faith is tested"



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Biblical forgiveness, should we always forgive

Biblical forgiveness, should we always forgive: "One of the most important things you can do, as a Christian in your walk to follow Jesus Christ is to practice forgiveness for everyone who has harmed you. Forgiveness is not easy; it’s one of the most difficult things you must do because it’s against human nature."



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Evangelism, how to do it

Evangelism, how to do it: "There are 2 main reasons why all Christians need to embrace evangelism. The first is Jesus told his disciples, which we all are if we are followers of Jesus, to go out and and make disciples of everyone else. The second reason is we don't want anyone to spend eternity in hell because they didn't understand why they need Jesus, and what they need to do to avoid going to hell."



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Why Young People Aren't Reading the Bible...and How to Change That - Crossmap Christian News | Church & Ministries

Why Young People Aren't Reading the Bible...and How to Change That - Crossmap Christian News | Church & Ministries: "A new book explores the reasons why most young people never read the Bible and looks at some techniques used by highly successful youth ministries.

70% of young people never read the Bible. This is one of the findings of a major piece of research commissioned by Bible Society Australia and presented in a new book called, 'The Bible According to Gen Z.' Conducted in Australia but relevant globally, the research focuses on 'Generation Z' - young people born between 1995 and 2009. "



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Christian Residents Cheer as Thousands of Muslims Flee Capital of Central African Republic | BCNN1 – Black Christian News Network

Christian Residents Cheer as Thousands of Muslims Flee Capital of Central African Republic | BCNN1 – Black Christian News Network: "Thousands of Muslims fled for their lives from the capital of Central African Republic on Friday, climbing aboard trucks guarded by heavily armed Chadian forces. One man who fell off a truck was subsequently killed and his body mutilated, highlighting the savagery faced by those Muslims who stayed behind."



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Christian News Headlines

Christian News Headlines: "No one enjoys being criticized. It’s a bruise to our egos and frustrating when our best efforts are being slammed. But not all criticism is bad. In fact, the Bible tells us, “wounds from a friend can be trusted” (Prov. 27:6). If you’re a leader—whether it be in a business, church, community, or anywhere else—you have the responsibility to talk to your critics and respond thoughtfully to their complaints and concerns."



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Baby Saved From Late-Term Abortion When Car Dies on the Way to the Clinic | LifeNews.com

Baby Saved From Late-Term Abortion When Car Dies on the Way to the Clinic | LifeNews.com: "Anyone involved in the pro-life movement has seen a myriad of reasons why women change their mind about having an abortion. But this may be the first time a couple considering an abortion have changed their mind because their car died.

Baby Roman was 18 weeks along when his parents went to Planned Parenthood last July for an abortion. They were told Roman was too late in pregnancy to be legally killed in an abortion and were directed to an abortion clinic in New Jersey that does late-term abortions."



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The Comfort Zone: Words of Comfort: Evolution is a fact.

The Comfort Zone: Words of Comfort: Evolution is a fact.: "“Evolution is a proven fact.”

The burden of proof lies with the believer in evolution, but there is no proof because nothing can be observed. How can that which supposedly happened millions of years ago be observed?  It is all founded on faith in men’s ideas, old bones, and in fallible dating methods. If you don’t believe that, seewww.evolutionVsGod.com and let evolutionary experts tell you."



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For God and Country: Christian Athletes to Watch in Sochi | Christianity Today

For God and Country: Christian Athletes to Watch in Sochi | Christianity Today: "t's as dependable as the Olympic Flame. Every two years the world's best athletes convene in a single city to compete for the honor of their countries, their families, and, for some, their God."



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Media Ignores Chick-fil-A's Christian Charity in Ice Storm

Media Ignores Chick-fil-A's Christian Charity in Ice Storm: "Two years ago Chick-fil-A made national headlines when company president Dan Cathy spoke out in support of traditional marriage.  Liberals and gays came unglued and launched massive protests against the restaurant chain.  Several mayors spoke out saying they would not allow any more Chick-fil-As to be built in their cities.  They tried boycotting the Christian owned company, but that backfired.  Instead, Chick-fil-A had a world record day with many locations selling out of food to the hundreds of thousands of supporters."



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How should a Christian respond to all the negativity out there?

How should a Christian respond to all the negativity out there?: " Negativity is nothing new. Since Adam and Eve were first banished from the garden, life has been hard and we have been complaining about it (Genesis 3:23). It is the nature of sinful humans to live for ourselves and to complain when our desires are not being met (Galatians 5:19–20). We tend to argue for our “rights,” demand our way, and oppose anyone who disagrees with us. That combination results in a general spirit of negativity toward the world and life in general. It is understandable if those who do not know Christ are negative. They have no hope of anything beyond this world and its confusion. But negativity in a Christian’s attitude means he is refusing to see life from God’s perspective. When we join in with hostility, pride, and complaining, we are reacting the same way unbelievers do."



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Question of the Week

Question of the Week: "Answer: Science is defined as "the observation, identification, description, experimental investigation, and theoretical explanation of phenomena." Science is a method that mankind can use to gain a greater understanding of the natural universe. It is a search for knowledge through observation. Advances in science demonstrate the reach of human logic and imagination. However, a Christian's belief in science should never be like our belief in God. A Christian can have faith in God and respect for science, as long as we remember which is perfect and which is not."



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Christian Issues | Issues affecting Christians

Christian Issues | Issues affecting Christians: "There are many things that happen daily that show the world is moving away from God and turning into a world full of sin and Godlessness, and it’s sometimes hard to think that we have much of a future on this earth.  We as Christians have to stay positive and need to look for the good things that happen to stay positive so we can fight against the bad and sinful ways our world is changing."



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Federal Appeals Court Rules Against Religious Liberty on Same-Sex Attraction | Conservative Byte

Federal Appeals Court Rules Against Religious Liberty on Same-Sex Attraction | Conservative Byte: "So how does the government know what is being told during a private counseling session? And how is it any of their business what a church councils? Maybe they should look at stopping the local Mosque from counseling on Jihad.
Check it out:"



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10 Common Topics of Church Member Arguments

10 Common Topics of Church Member Arguments: "For many years I served as a consultant to churches and denominations, a role I relinquished when I became president of LifeWay over eight years ago. Part of our consultative process was interviewing church members. Inevitably I would hear issues of concern and issues among church members over which arguments took place."



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'Duck Dynasty's' Phil Robertson on Cover of Billy Graham's 'Decision' Magazine

'Duck Dynasty's' Phil Robertson on Cover of Billy Graham's 'Decision' Magazine: "Phil Robertson, star of the hit A&E reality show "Duck Dynasty," is gracing the cover of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association's latest "Decision" magazine.

The February 2014 issue of "Decision" shows a photo of Robertson in his natural element, wearing camouflage gear and equipped with a shotgun and duck call, presumably standing in the swamps that line his expansive West Monroe, La., property."



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SHOCK: Facebook Read Daily More Than Bible | Vision to America

SHOCK: Facebook Read Daily More Than Bible | Vision to America: "Facebook’s numbers are epic. More Americans check Facebook daily than read the Bible and it has more monthly users worldwide than most continents have people."



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More Than 110,000 Have Made Commitments to Christ through Billy Graham's "My Hope America" - Crossmap Christian News | Church & Ministries

More Than 110,000 Have Made Commitments to Christ through Billy Graham's "My Hope America" - Crossmap Christian News | Church & Ministries: "To-date, more than 110,000 people have indicated making a commitment to Jesus Christ during the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association's My Hope America campaign in 2013. As a result, plans are underway to continue My Hope in 2014."



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The Comfort Zone: Words of Comfort: Islam.

The Comfort Zone: Words of Comfort: Islam.: ""Are you scared to publicly say that Islam is of Satan, Muhammad is a false prophet, and Allah is not God--Islam is a false religion and it is your personal aim to wipe out Islam.""



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Mississippi Senate Unanimously Passes Religious Freedom Restoration Act - Crossmap Christian News | Church & Ministries

Mississippi Senate Unanimously Passes Religious Freedom Restoration Act - Crossmap Christian News | Church & Ministries: "The Mississippi Senate voted unanimously on Friday in favor of SB 2681, also known as the Religious Freedom Restoration Act, sending the bill to the House for consideration.


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Like legislation introduced in other states, the Religious Freedom Restoration Act prohibits the government from burdening the free exercise of religion without a compelling interest furthered by the least restrictive means."



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North Carolina Football Coach Ordered to Cease Leading Team Prayers Following Atheist Complaint - Crossmap Christian News | U.S.

North Carolina Football Coach Ordered to Cease Leading Team Prayers Following Atheist Complaint - Crossmap Christian News | U.S.: "Officials with the Mooresville Graded School District recently told Mooresville High School football coach Hal Capps to stop leading the Blue Devils in prayer, and Capps has agreed to discontinue to the practice."



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Catholic Group Calls for Boycott of Girl Scout Cookies over Their Pro-Abortion Teachings — godfatherpolitics.com

Catholic Group Calls for Boycott of Girl Scout Cookies over Their Pro-Abortion Teachings — godfatherpolitics.com: "For the past few years concerned women have been sharing evidence that the Girl Scouts USA has been in partnership with Planned Parenthood.  Since their association began, millions of young girls are being educated in the liberal ways of Planned Parenthood which includes not only being pro-abortion but that it’s okay to be sexually promiscuous."



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Now Kirk Cameron Under Fire for Grammy Comments

Now Kirk Cameron Under Fire for Grammy Comments: "Last night [at the Grammys], the lines were drawn thick and dark. Now more than ever, we must work together to create the world we want for our children." -Kirk Cameron

(Los Angeles, CA)—First haters targeted Christian singer Natalie Grant after posting that she left the Grammy Awards because of events she found disturbing. Now, Christian actor Kirk Cameron is under fire for comments he made pertaining to gay marriages that took place during the awards ceremony. (Photo by Gage Skidmore/via Christianity Today)"



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Words of Comfort: How did Judas die? — www.onthebox.us

Words of Comfort: How did Judas die? — www.onthebox.us: "“How did Judas die--did he hang himself, or did he fall headlong and his bowels gushed out?”
He hung himself, and not surprisingly his still-hanging decomposed body in time fell to the earth, and split open. There is no contradiction."



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Pastor Mark Driscoll Interviews the Seattle Seahawks - "Jesus is better than the Super Bowl" - YouTube

Pastor Mark Driscoll Interviews the Seattle Seahawks - "Jesus is better than the Super Bowl" - YouTube: ""



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Christian Issues | Issues affecting Christians

Christian Issues | Issues affecting Christians: "One of the best examples in the Bible that shows that Gods people can have doubts about if he is with them and if God is doing what he says and taking care of his people, is a story that probably most people don’t even really know about.  The story of Gideon defeating the Midianites."



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Schools of Evangelism Online: ‘Like Sitting at the Feet of Billy Graham’ - Crossmap Christian News | Church & Ministries

Schools of Evangelism Online: ‘Like Sitting at the Feet of Billy Graham’ - Crossmap Christian News | Church & Ministries: "Sure, it's been three decades, but he's pretty sure he didn't sleep through class.

"We really didn't cover some of these things," Rogers said, "like how to prepare an evangelistic message or how do you follow up with a new believer who has given their life to Christ."

Rogers is the Assistant Dean for the Billy Graham Schools of Evangelism program, which offers time-tested and refined strategies from more than 60 years of evangelism proclamation."



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10 Mistakes in Modern Evangelism (Intro) — www.gospelfuel.com

10 Mistakes in Modern Evangelism (Intro) — www.gospelfuel.com: "When I was conducting my research on the Great and second Great Awakenings, I was shocked by the vast dissimilarity of the preaching in those days compared with the preaching of our day."



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Guess What Chick-Fil-A is Forcing on People Now! — universalfreepress.com

Guess What Chick-Fil-A is Forcing on People Now! — universalfreepress.com: "As we can all recall, Chick-Fil-A was the center of controversy as they were accused of “forcing their religious views” on others when president Dan Cathy made his political leanings known regarding gay marriage.  You’ll never guess what the once demonized business is now forcing on others now – FOOD.  Yep, that’s right, food."



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4 Lessons for Evangelism Across Economic Boundaries — thegospelcoalition.org

4 Lessons for Evangelism Across Economic Boundaries — thegospelcoalition.org: "Let's be honest. When churches talk about "reaching out across socioeconomic boundaries," they are talking about middle class (and wealthier) people reaching out to poorer folks. You don't see many rundown churches in economically depressed areas starting outreach programs for Volvo-driving soccer moms who live in housing developments with names like "The Pines at Oakbrooke Gables." I don't know, maybe they should."



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Personal Evangelism: How to share a much clearer message — walterbright.org

Personal Evangelism: How to share a much clearer message — walterbright.org: "I sat down for a cup of coffee at my favorite neighborhood Starbucks a few days ago and just as I did, a couple came in and sat just next to me. I promise, I wasn’t trying to listen to their conversation, but sitting that close to them, I could hear everything."



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Simple Evangelism in the Church — thegospelcoalition.org

Simple Evangelism in the Church — thegospelcoalition.org: "Jesus said, “By this all people will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another” (John 13:35). Loving one another in the body of Christ has many benefits. Two that regularly come to mind are the glory it gives to God and the way it affects the church. However, one of the primary benefits of loving one another is what it declares before a watching world. One of our most potent instruments we have for effective evangelism is Christians loving each other well.  I am “living” proof."



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Review: 'The Question That Never Goes Away' - a look at suffering by Philip Yancey — www.christiantoday.com

Review: 'The Question That Never Goes Away' - a look at suffering by Philip Yancey — www.christiantoday.com: "Philip Yancey deserves a medal for consistently tackling the one issue that is perhaps the hardest to deal with in all of Christian thinking, and to keep dealing with it, again and again and again.

He does so always with the same sense of integrity and Biblical zeal that he's used to tackle issues of prayer and grace in much of his other writing."



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Is Christianity being hijacked by progressives? — conservativebyte.com

Is Christianity being hijacked by progressives? — conservativebyte.com: "I would suggest reading the bible for yourself and not depending on others to tell you what it says.
Check it out:


An effort is underway, and has been for some time, to persuade Christian Americans on various policy issues, including same-sex marriage, extending unemployment benefits, and anti-Israel initiatives, by using an oftentimes cherry-picked and/or unusual interpretation of biblical teachings."



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How did the things Jesus said and did when He was alone get recorded in the Gospels?

How did the things Jesus said and did when He was alone get recorded in the Gospels?: "Answer: There are a number of times in the Gospels when Jesus’ words are quoted or His actions are described during times that He was alone. For example, when Jesus was in the desert for forty days (Matthew 4) or praying in the Garden at Gethsemane (Mark 14), He was by Himself. How did anyone know what He said or did, since there were no eyewitnesses to what happened?"



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Christian Music Expert Challenges Believers to Avoid Secular Entertainment for 30 Days | Christian News ServiceChristian News Service

Christian Music Expert Challenges Believers to Avoid Secular Entertainment for 30 Days | Christian News ServiceChristian News Service: "Carlsbad, CALIF, Jan. 30, 2014, (CHRISTIAN NEWS SERVICE) — What do Michael W. Smith, TobyMac, and Josh McDowell all have in common? They and many other Christian leaders all endorse Al Menconi’s new book, The Christian Music Challenge."



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Christian Marriage: How To Keep Your Love From Falling Apart - Christian Blog - Christian Blog

Christian Marriage: How To Keep Your Love From Falling Apart - Christian Blog - Christian Blog: "According to Debbie Holloway, Family Life Editor for Crosswalk.com, a Christian website featuring resources such as Bible Study Tools, video’s and information about Christian life, there are many good pieces of advice from various experts in the field if you want to know how to keep your marriage happy."



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Twenty-two Christians killed in Nigeria | Worthy Christian News

Twenty-two Christians killed in Nigeria | Worthy Christian News: "DAMASCUS, SYRIA (Worthy News)– International Christian Concern has reported that 22 Christians were killed in an assault on a worship service in northeastern Nigeria Sunday morning."



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Skater Trades Olympic Dreams for Christian Ministry

Skater Trades Olympic Dreams for Christian Ministry: "There are tens of thousands of little girl ice skaters who have dreams of competing in the Olympics.  Dreams of stardom and fame as a champion ice skater fill their night times and push their daytimes with hours of rigorous and grueling practice.  Thousands dream, but few ever make it to the top level"



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