Category: Religion

Day 25: The Gospel and Christian Character Formati...

DAY 25 — THE GOSPEL AND CHRISTIAN CHARACTER FORMATIONDate: Sunday, January 25, 2026 Focus Scripture:“But the fruit of the Spirit i...

Day 26: The Gospel vs Religion and Legalism | JD D...

DAY 26 — THE GOSPEL VS RELIGION AND LEGALISMDate: Monday, January 26, 2026 Focus Scripture:“Knowing that a man is not justified by...

How Churches Can Bridge Generational and Stylistic...

A lot of churches operate without awareness of the divides within themselves over worship. Awareness and openness are the first s...

Missionaries: God Uses Your Suffering to Minister ...

We suffer from loneliness, interpersonal conflict, sickness, exhaustion, and the slow decay of our bodies. If offered to God, the...

Read Romans Like a Snowball, Not a Bowling Ball

Romans is the longest and most imposing of Paul’s letters, with innumerable exegetical problems to solve and several libraries of...

January 2026 New Releases

Learn about the new resources releasing this month from Crossway, including The Fountain of Life by Samuel G. Parkison and Everyd...

Why Does God Call Himself “I AM”?

“I am who I am.” Yahweh. This is the name God gives to Moses. It is the covenant name of the covenant-making, covenant-keeping Go...

The Prayer Motivator Devotional Minute with Daniel...

The Prayer Motivator: Lessons from Luke 18 and E. M. Bounds on Prayer, Faith, and Persistence WATCH FULL SERMON HERE: https://open...

Who Can Stand Before God’s Cold? (Part 1), with Da...

WATCH ENTIRE SERMON HERE: https://open.substack.com/pub/blackchristiannews/p/who-can-stand-before-gods-cold-with?utm_campaign=post...

“Being in a church is a commitment next to marriag...

Dr Tan Kai Kiat has been with Bethany Evangelical Free Church for longer than he has been married to his wife Liu Kim. He started ...

My 9-year-old thought she was a mistake. Here’s ho...

“I always thought I was a mistake,” whispered my youngest daughter. We were at the Youth With A Mission (YWAM) Arrows camp (a disc...

Pregnant at 14, imprisoned at 15, it took a senten...

Lyana Gwee was home alone with her infant daughter when narcotics officers from CNB (Central Narcotics Bureau SG) raided her home....

At 15, she was sentenced to prison indefinitely. A...

While girls her age were busy with school, 15-year-old Lyana Gwee was already an unwed mother to a baby girl and serving a prison ...

“I had a plan of how God was supposed to heal me”:...

It began with a marble-sized lump on the back of her left hand. “Only when I clenched my fist and then fully opened it, did it hur...

Brazil in 'crisis of censorship' over trans and LG...

The crime of "homophobia" is punishable by up to five years in prison.

Enoch Burke arrested yet again

Burke has accrued fines totalling hundreds of thousands of euros.

Cultivating the fruits of the Spirit: self-control...

At first glance, self-control can sound as though it depends on personal willpower or moral discipline. But biblical self-control ...

Sarah Mullally defends Church reparations plan fro...

Critics of the plan are "disappointed" by Mullally's response.

Former Archbishop of Canterbury accuses Putin of '...

“We’re talking about something which undermines a really fundamental aspect of religious belief, of Christian belief, which assume...

Keeping Your Heart Soft in the Cold Days of Winter

Winter's darkness can harden our hearts and lead to spiritual isolation, but God calls us to guard our tenderness.

What Does "Turn the Other Cheek" Mean in Modern-Da...

What did Jesus really mean when He told us to “turn the other cheek”?

2 Practices to Cultivate Peace in Your Life Today

Nurturing this awareness can unlock a life of flourishing and joy as designed by God.

Did Israel Weaponize the Weather to Cause Floods i...

Rainfall is normal this time of year in Palestine. However, the heavy rainfalls this year in particular have caused unprecedented ...

[WATCH] Is Eternal Hell Morally Justified??

  The post [WATCH] Is Eternal Hell Morally Justified?? appeared first on Muslim Skeptic.

Wahhabi Distortion of Islamic Scholarship: Bassam ...

This is a response to Bassam Zawadi’s recent post: “Did Tāj al-Dīn Al-Subkī Believe that the Prophet ﷺ Controls the Universe?” Zaw...

Will You Speak the Truth Even if There Are Consequ...

In the midst of a generation that resists the truth, be a truth-teller. Speak with honesty and integrity, and honor Christ with th...

A Prayer to Run to Instead of from God - Your Dail...

Running from God might feel freeing—until it breaks you. This honest prayer is for anyone ready to stop hiding and finally come ho...

6 Spiritual Seasons of Life (and How to Flourish i...

If you examined your life right now, what season would you say you are currently experiencing? Are you in a dry season, waiting-fo...

The Beauty of Biblical Mentorship

Discover the profound benefits of Biblical mentorship, which fosters unity in Christ, sharpens faith, and provides transformative ...

WATCH: LeBron James Explains Why He Posted Isaiah ...

NBA star LeBron James surprised the sports world by posting a Bible verse on social media. "It just spoke to me," he said.

‘We Will Protect Our Churches’—Feds Arrest 3 Peopl...

Winter Retreat Planning Tips for Youth Ministry

A winter retreat creates core memories for youth group. Plan, promote, and pull off a life-changing event.

Johnny B Releases Modern Revival of Hillsong Class...

Worship leader Johnny B has released a modern revival of Hillsong’s “I Give You My Heart.” He shared why the song continues to uni...

What a Pastor Search Committees Get Wrong and How ...

A pastor search committee is not just filling a vacancy. It is stewarding a moment in the life of a church. How the process unfold...

Prof. Jeremiah Ojediran: The intriguing story of B...

Calm in tone, firm in principle and deeply purposeful in action, Professor Jeremiah Oludele Ojediran, Vice-Chancellor of Bells Uni...

Day 20 — The Gospel and Global Transformation | JD...

DAY 20 — THE GOSPEL AND GLOBAL TRANSFORMATIONDate: Tuesday, January 20, 2026 Focus Scripture:“And Jesus came and spake unto them, ...

From Fearful to Courageous - The Crosswalk Devotio...

Our world often feels chaotic and uncertain; tumultuous situations naturally evoke anxiety and fear. But you and I were created fo...

Answering Kids’ Hardest Questions: How Can I Know ...

How do I know God hears me when I pray? This is a question that your kid might ask, or something similar to it, and it’s a natura...

Watch: Dr. King and the King of Kings Evangelistic...

The Potentate and the Prophet: Why Dr. King’s Mission Was Rooted in Christ Beyond the Dream: Recognizing the King of Kings in the ...

“It is more blessed to give than to receive”: Gene...

We have all read Jesus’ words: “It is more blessed to give than to receive.” Few statements run more counter to the values of our ...

Church leaders gather in the Holy Land to support ...

The bishops wish to provide pastoral support to believers in the Holy Land.

Sex robots are becoming a thing: what are the ethi...

From a Christian perspective there are two basic problems with the idea of people seeking to have sexual relationships with robots...

Charity Commission issues warnings to two CoE dioc...

The Bishop of Chelmsford disagrees with some of the Charity Commission's findings.

What is the Christian view on immigration?

Individuals and governments may not have the same responsibilities.

Call to action after reports of 163 Christians kid...

"Heavily armed bandits" are reported to have raided at least two churches in Nigeria on Sunday and kidnapped 163 worshippers, offi...

What Is Evangelism and Why Is it So Important?

Evangelism, simply put, is telling the good news, that's what the word evangelism means, to simply share with another person good ...

Do I Have to Read My Bible Every Day?

We are commanded to hide His Word in our hearts.

Is It Possible for Someone to Lose Their Salvation...

Can I have an assurance of salvation, or is salvation something that can be lost?

Peace in Syria Bad News for Israel: End of the Kur...

According to recent reporting, the Damascus authorities and the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) have reached a tacit truce that ref...

The Story of 73 Jinns Almost Killing Ibn Taymiyya

During his life, Ibn Taymiyya was a famous exorcist who offered treatment to Muslims possessed by jinns. As noted by his student I...

Finding Peace When Life Feels Unsettled

Discover how to cultivate inner peace amidst life's uncertainties by rejoicing in God's nearness and practicing gratitude in every...

A Prayer to Desire What God Desires for Your Life ...

What if the life you’re clinging to is far smaller than the one God wants to give you? This prayer invites you to trade your plans...

How to Choose Joy Even When Life Is Hard

Discover how to cultivate enduring joy amidst life's most challenging trials by choosing contentment and anchoring your faith in G...

Why You Are God’s Beloved

Discover the profound depth of God's unconditional love, revealed through creation, sacrifice, and a personal relationship He arde...

Iron Principle Under Pressure: A Profile Of Naledi...

The principal role for which Naledi Pandor of South Africa is known is politics, but her principal interest lies in education. Dur...

[Podcast] Should Muslims Ally with Conservatives o...

Muslims swept off the street by ICE, Somalis in Minnesota targeted by racism from the President of America, Palestinian activists ...

Pastor John Gray Calls Druski’s Viral Megachurch S...

Pastor John Gray has weighed in on comedian Druski’s recent skit parodying megachurch pastors, saying that it was “hilarious.”...

Fernando Mendoza’s Faith Journey: How a Catholic P...

Tonight, as Fernando Mendoza leads undefeated Indiana against Miami in the College Football Playoff national championship game, tw...

NAMB Calls Anti-ICE Disruption of Minnesota Church...

The North American Mission Board condemned an anti-ICE protest that disrupted Sunday worship at Cities Church in St. Paul, calling...

Autism Outreach: Becoming a Special Needs Missiona...

Interested in autism outreach? Learn more about serving kids with special needs.

How to Handle Church Conflict Before It Goes Nucle...

Church conflict resolution is not about winning arguments. It is about preserving unity, honoring people, and reflecting the recon...

Vatican confirms it tried to mediate with Maduro t...

Cardinal Pietro Parolin, Vatican Secretary of State | Credit: Vatican Media Jan 19, 2026 / 13:02 pm (CNA). Vatican Secretar...

OneLife LA 2026 to gather thousands for life, fami...

The Archdiocese of Los Angeles will present its 12th annual OneLife LA event on Saturday, Jan. 24, 2026. In 2025 there was n...

MLK Was Not Color-Blind, But Color-Courageous

The idea that Martin Luther King Jr. was color-blind is a myth. When we look at the vast scope of his work, instead of taking one ...

On Martin Luther King, Jr. Day: “Paul’s Letter to ...

Thousands expected at San Francisco’s Walk for Lif...

The Walk for Life West Coast in its 22nd year and previously has drawn crowds as large as 50,000. | Credit: Francisco Valdez...

Catholic Church in Mexico convokes National Dialog...

Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Mexico City, Mexico. | Credit: Eduardo Berdejo/ACI Prensa Jan 19, 2026 / 07:00 am (CNA)....

Bishop Barron says ICE should focus on 'serio...

Members of law enforcement work the scene following a suspected shooting by an ICE agent during federal law enforcement oper...

Trading Perfectionism for Peace - The Crosswalk De...

Have you overfilled your plate with endless commitments and now feel overwhelmed and exhausted? If so, spend some time with the Lo...

Podcast: The Forgotten Yet Foundational Doctrine o...

Dr. Parkison unpacks the foundational doctrine of aseity and how it impacts the way we approach theology, participate in grace, a...

Why Were There Such Strict Dietary Laws in the Old...

Because the Lord dwells among his people, it is critical that they learn to guard against violating his holiness.

LETTER #17 of “LETTERS TO MY YOUNG ADULT CHILDREN ...

LETTER #17 of “LETTERS TO MY YOUNG ADULT CHILDREN AND TO A WOKE, DECEIVED AND UNLOVED GENERATION” by Daniel Whyte III Daniel Whyte...

9 questions that children’s ministries must ask th...

What does success in children’s ministry (CM) look like? How do you raise, train and care for staff and volunteers?   After survey...

What we don’t know about Noah’s Ark

The story of Noah’s Ark is one of the most well-known Bible stories and has been retold in songs, children’s storybooks, cartoons,...

Cultivating the fruits of the Spirit: gentleness t...

To be gentle is often equated with being passive, fragile, or easily overlooked - a liability rather than a virtue. But the Kingdo...

Isolation is a reality for pastors despite strong ...

Pastors may be surrounded by people every week, but many are navigating their calling with limited personal support, according to ...

UK Christian and Gospel music set for official sin...

The UK’s Christian and Gospel music scene is set to receive a major boost with the announcement of a new official singles chart, d...

More Protestant churches closed than opened in the...

The closures have served to highlight the importance of church planting, say researchers.

What the Bible Says about Goodness in Dark Days

When everything feels lost, this is how we can still be sure God’s goodness hasn’t gone anywhere.

Running with Horses - Encouragement for Today - Ja...

Discover how life's most exhausting challenges are not obstacles but divine training grounds, preparing you for greater endurance ...

Timeless Truths for a Purposeful Life

This 5-week Proverbs Bible study explores key themes like wisdom, speech, humility, work ethic, relationships, and reverence for G...

Gentlemen: On Masculinity, Responsibility, and a W...

Gentlemen, we women need your masculinity and rely on it for everything to run smoothly. Yesterday, my children and I were learnin...

A Prayer to Cherish and Uphold the Sanctity of Lif...

You were handcrafted by God, made in His image, and born with purpose. This prayer will ignite your heart to stand boldly for the ...

Christian Lessons We Learn from MLK Jr.

We are humans after all, quite vulnerable to negative emotions when provoked. Nonetheless, as Christians, we are taught to nip des...

10 Prayers for the Year 2026

The beginning of a new year can inspire us to reflect on the past and contemplate the future. As we enter 2024, we can celebrate t...

4 Prayers to Guide Us to Spirit-Led Unity on Marti...

MLK Jr. Day can feel more like a political brawl than a moment of unity. But these four prayers can help you cut through the noise...

Far Away [Part 5] – There Is Only Work

A day of prayer, work, and long-buried family truths ends with Darius left behind, wondering what he is not being told. The post F...

Youth Group Spiritual Habits for Teens Shape Faith...

Youth group spiritual habits for teens help them walk with God in everyday life.

Social Media Outreach for Churches: A Simple Weekl...

Church social media outreach isn’t about trending topics or going viral. It’s about creating touchpoints of grace throughout the w...

KidMin Space Must Be Accessible to All

Every part of your kidmin space and program should be accessible. Make sure everyone feels welcome!

Choosing Songs with Theological Confidence (Withou...

Choosing songs with worship setlist theology at the center doesn’t guarantee zero disagreement. But it does ground your team in co...

Sermon Prep in the Age of AI and How to Stay Faith...

AI for sermon prep is not inherently unfaithful, but it is never neutral. The heart of preaching remains the same: a pastor who ha...

Over 40 parishioners in South Africa archdiocese f...

Archbishop Dabula Mpako of the Archdiocese of Pretoria. | Credit: Photos courtesy of Southern African Catholic Bishops' Conf...

Virginia bishops condemn proposed abortion amendme...

Bishop Michael Burbidge of Arlington and Bishop Barry Knestout of Richmond. | Credit: Katie Yoder/EWTN News; photo courtesy ...

Pope Leo XIV urges prayers for peace in Democratic...

Pope Leo XIV waves to crowds in St. Peter's Square after praying the Angelus on Jan. 18, 2026. | Credit: Vatican Media Jan ...

Catholic women discuss beauty, difficulty, redempt...

Keynote speakers at “The Beauty of Truth: Navigating Society Today as a Catholic Woman” conference, held Jan. 9-10, 2026, in...

The nuns who witnessed the life and death of Marti...

We March with Selma event. | Credit: Via Flickr CC BY NC 2.0 Jan 19, 2026 / 04:00 am (CNA). Sister Mary Antona Ebo was the ...

CAN celebrates life of Imam who rescued 262 Christ...

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has said the late Imam Abubakar Abdullahi, who saved 262 Christians during a violent ma...

How Soul Winning Can Impact the World

By Ladi Ayodeji Soul winning is at the heart of Christian service. It drives the growth of salvation and is, in fact,… The post Ho...

A New Dawn for Nigerian Higher Education: The FG-A...

By Oyewole O, Sarumi The recent signing of the renegotiated agreement between the Federal Government of Nigeria and the Academic S...