Evangelical group says 3 US volunteers detained in Laos
A U.S.-based Christian evangelical organization says three of its American volunteers have been detained in the Southeast Asian nation of Laos.
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‘I Can Only Imagine’ Director Explains How His Movie Is Spreading the Gospel to China
The biggest faith-based movie of last year was, without a doubt, the film adaptation of MercyMe’s classic track, ‘I Can Only Imagine.’ The drama, which was based on the life story of Bart Millard, the artist who penned the hit Christian song, took in over $85 million at the box office despite a budget of just $7 million. All in all, it was a roaring success.
New Bible translation technology by Wycliffe spreading Gospel faster than ever before
New technology has emerged that will enable quicker translation of the Bible and faster spread of the Gospel, accelerated by indigenous people doing the work of translation.
DC Comics Turns Jesus Into a New Superhero – But There’s a Big Problem
DC Comics has a new superhero and His name is Jesus.
Christians of Jharkhand And India’s Other Tribal States Face Persecution On Two Fronts As Government Changes Land And Religious Freedom Laws
Government restrictions on religious conversion in India’s Jharkhand State are the most recent attempt by the historically Hindu nation to retain political sway over its tribal peoples.
‘He Was a Beloved Son’: Family of American Missionary Killed by Isolated Indian Tribe Speaks Out
An American missionary was killed while trying to bring the gospel to one of the most isolated tribes in the world.
Texas Pastor Meets $2.3M Fundraising Goal to Help Liberia Get Clean Water After Huge Donation
A Texas pastor who began living on a barge on Lake Ray Hubbard in Dallas nearly a month ago and pledged to keep living there until he raised $2.29 million to help provide clean drinking water for all of Liberia by 2020 is now home after meeting his goal in a surprising moment on Monday.
Over 20 Detained for Sharing Gospel in China
More than 20 Christians were arrested on October 20 as they were evangelizing on the streets. During the ordeal, the members of the Church were not discouraged but continued to evangelize and share the love of Christ.
‘A New Jesus Movement’ : 90,000 Young People Gather to Hear the Gospel, Encounter Jesus
Thousands of people flooded the Texas Motor Speedway to encounter Jesus this week at an event called ‘Together 2018.’
Middle East Christians Risking All, Preaching in Deadly Muslim Areas
Christians are continuing to share the Gospel even in highly dangerous areas in the Middle East where the Islamic State terror group remains on the minds of the people.
Over 70 Charlotte Churches of All Denominations Join Unity Sermon Series on the Gospel
Over 70 churches in Charlotte, North Carolina, have come together to declare in a unified sermon series what they are for, as opposed to what they are against.
Chinese Authorities Tear Down Crosses and Close Down Churches in Henan
According to ChinaAid, Henan authorities have continued to tear down crosses across China.
Over 18,500 People Commit Lives to Jesus Christ at Huge Luis Palau Association Crusade in Colombia
Evangelist Luis Palau’s Association has reported big numbers for its recent Gospel crusade in Bogotá, where over 18,500 people deciding to follow Jesus Christ.
China Shuts Down Six Churches, Forces Members to Leave by Bribing, Threatening Jobs
China’s Communist Party forced six churches in Beijing to shut down after attempts to bribe members to leave failed, a new report has revealed.
Ads for Franklin Graham Festival Banned Due to His Views on Homosexuality
Evangelist Franklin Graham says his Festival of Hope will go on in the United Kingdom despite backlash and a local bus company banning ads for the event.
Turkey Keeps American Pastor Behind Bars — At Least for Three More Months
After nearly two years in a Turkish prison, hopes for the release of American pastor Andrew Brunson have been deferred. A Turkish court ordered 50-year-old pastor to remain bars until at least his next hearing on October 12.
25 Preachers Accused of ‘Forced Conversions’ in India
Authorities in India’s eastern state of Jharkhand have accused 25 evangelists of allegedly trying to convert tribal Hindu villagers to Christianity.
No more sending Bibles across the border to North Korea in balloons, says South Korea
One consequence of the ongoing peace initiatives between South Korea and the US with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has been the ban on balloon launches for Christian ministries, who used the tactic to send leaflets and Gospel messages to North Koreans.
Have You Counted the Cost? The Deadly Price of Spreading the Gospel Abroad
The plight of imprisoned Pastor Andrew Brunson shines a light on the darkness of persecuted Christians around the world.
Freed American pastor says he shared the Gospel with North Korean official before his release
Kim Hak Song, an American pastor released last month from North Korea after spending a year in prison, recently spoke about his detention under one of the most brutal regimes on the planet and explained how he was able to share God’s Word despite the circumstances.