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A biblical mystery that has captivated believers for centuries may be one step closer to being solved, as a Christian archaeologist says new technology could help uncover the long-lost Ark of the Covenant. Professor Chris McKinny, an associate professor of biblical archaeology at Lipscomb University, believes the sacred artifact may be hidden beneath the ancient…

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A UK pastor is facing criminal charges and fines after he preached on John 3:16 near an abortion clinic. 77-year-old Pastor Clive Johnston delivered his sermon outside on a small patch of grass July 2024 near Causeway Hospital in Coleraine, Ireland. Around 12 people attended the service, with a wooden cross set up for worshippers. The…

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Pope Leo XIV delivered a sharp and sobering message this week, condemning those who exploit faith for personal or political gain, warning that such actions distort the very name of God. Speaking during a visit to Bamenda, Cameroon, the pope declared, “Woe to those who manipulate religion and the very name of God for their…

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A former porn star turned pastor is speaking out after a Georgia church promoted its Easter service with imagery and messaging she says crosses a line—sparking a broader conversation about how far churches should go to be culturally relevant. Brittni De La Mora, who left the adult film industry after becoming a Christian and now…

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The American Bible Society has released a new chapter for its “State of the Bible USA” and the survey is revealing a “complicated” relationship between Americans and the Bible. The data is from 2,649 online and phone interviews with American adults in all 50 states and the District of Columbia collected from January 8-27, 2026.The…

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