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A new study released by LifeWay Research reveals that Protestant churchgoers may know less about the Old Testament than they realize. The study surveyed 1,008 churchgoers last September on their knowledge of the Old Testament, revealing some startling gaps about what they exactly know about the first half of the Bible. A respondent was considered…

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Churchgoers at Rolling Hills Community Church in Franklin, Tennessee had a surprise guest leading their worship service on Sunday. Grammy-winning artist Carrie Underwood joined her home church, which has several satellite locations, to lead worship, singing “Goodness of God” by Bethel Music. The music icon’s appearance on stage was a shock to many within the…

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A vibrant and spirited young boy’s life was tragically cut short following a car accident that occurred on the way home from a church trip to Dollywood Amusement Park. Aidan Linville, a 13-year-old from Sparta, Tennessee, passed away after succumbing to injuries sustained in the crash. His untimely death has left his family, friends, and…

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The American Worldview Inventory survey from George Barna at Arizona Christian University has revealed that religious faith in America continues to decline, with the number of evangelicals being lower than originally thought. The survey found that only 10 percent of respondents would be considered “evangelical,” or those who “recognize their sinful life, rely upon Jesus…

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America’s religious decline continues, and Gen Z women are the ones leading the trend. The Survey Center for American Life noted the decline amongst young women in April, marking a shift in previous generations when men were more likely to leave their faith than women. The Survey Center found, however, that 54 percent of adult…

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The largest ancient quarry ever discovered in Jerusalem has been revealed by archaeologists. The excavation site in Jerusalem’s Har Hotzvim industrial area spans 3,500-square meters and reveals just a small portion of the massive quarry. Archaeologists have dated the quarry around the Second Temple Era and believe many of the large slabs of stone were…

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What’s wrong with the mantra “love is love,” and why does it go against God’s design for relationships? Jason Jimenez, a pastor and Christian apologist, used scriptural insights to address concerns with the popular phrase during a recent episode of his “Challenging Conversations” podcast, noting that it suggests all forms of romance, sexual orientations and…

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  The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has released a statement that a Charlotte IHOP will pay $40,000 to a cook who was fired after refusing to work Sundays for religious reasons. The cook, who has remained anonymous, began working for the Charlotte IHOP in January 2021 and was granted a religious accommodation to…

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In a world marked by unprecedented change and uncertainty, many are seeking answers to the pressing question: Are we living in the end times? Pastor Greg Laurie, senior pastor of Harvest Christian Fellowship in California, recently addressed this very topic in a compelling sermon titled “Is Jesus Coming Back Again?”. Drawing from the Bible, Laurie…

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In a remarkable and unexpected occurrence, worshippers at the Basilica of St. John the Baptist in Ohio were left in awe when a statue of the Virgin Mary seemingly blinked at them during a recent church event. The incident, which many are calling a miracle, has sparked widespread attention, with video and photographic evidence circulating…

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