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John Legend Debates Abortion With Christian YouTuber Ruslan
Award-winning R&B singer and songwriter John Legend responded to a video that Christian YouTuber Ruslan made addressing the singer’s views on abortion.‘Crying So Hard’—Dallas Jenkins Shares What Inspired Him To Make ‘The Best Christmas Pageant Ever’
On Nov. 8, “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever,” one of this seasons funniest Christmas movies of the holidays, is set to premiere in theaters. As ‘God’s Not Dead: In God We Trust’ Comes to Great American Pure Flix, David A.R. White Shares His Hope for Viewers
The film “God’s Not Dead: In God We Trust,” featuring David A.R. White, is now available on Great American Pure Flix.Don’t Be a ‘Jerk for Jesus,’ but Don’t Be a ‘Coward for Christ’ Either, Shane Pruitt Urges
Evangelist Shane Pruitt recently encouraged Christians not to be silenced by culture when it comes to speaking about issues biblical issues.‘Truly Indescribable’—10,000 Texas A&M Students Praise Jesus at Unite US Event
At a worship and evangelism event on Tuesday (Oct. 29), more than 10,000 students at Texas A&M University gathered for a night of praise and Christian revival. Unite US, organizer of the event, said hundreds of attendees made faith decisions for Jesus.Alabama Church Sign Refers to Black Trump Supporters as ‘Ignorant, Stupid’
"Attention to all Blacks who plan to vote for Trump: You are an ignorant, stupid negro," reads the marquee sign outside New Era Baptist Church in Birmingham, Alabama. The church’s pastor, whose name is Michael Jordan, stands by the message. In a Time of Change, Presiding Bishop Michael Curry Says, He Kept His Eye Trained on Love
His electrifying sermon on the power of love at the 2018 royal wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle may be the highlight. But Michael Curry may also be remembered for a capacity to keep the main thing the main thing.4 Practical Ways to Support Missionaries
It would be easy to focus exclusively on our local churches in this difficult season, but recently the International Missions Board of the SBC listed practical ways we can support missionaries during these trying times.Not All Marketplace Leadership Works in the Church
Ironically, the world often recognizes marketplace leadership principles long after they have been revealed in Scripture.Remembering and Rejoicing
We can’t rejoice without first remembering. When we remember the gravity of our condition, we are all the more ready to rejoice in the glories of our Savior.John Cooper Hopes New Skillet Album Will Inspire Others To ‘Speak Against Evil’
On Friday Nov. 1, Christian rock band Skillet will release its 12th studio album, titled “Revolution.”‘God Is Absolutely Good,’ Says Pitcher Blake Treinen After Dodgers Win World Series
After his Los Angeles Dodgers came back from a 5-0 deficit Wednesday (Oct. 30) to clinch their eighth World Series championship, closing pitcher Blake Treinen glorified God during an on-field interview.Former Youth Pastor Charged With Nearly 150 Sex Crimes Related to Voyeurism
The number of sex crime charges against a former South Carolina youth pastor continues to rise as investigators uncover more victims. Daniel Kellan Mayfield, who served as a youth pastor at Gowensville Baptist Church until his initial arrest in 2023, faces nearly 150 charges related to voyeurism.Embracing Embodied Spirituality: A Call to Pastors and Church Leaders
Embodied spirituality recognizes that our physical bodies are not mere vessels for our souls but integral to our spiritual life and relationship with God.3 Core Truths True Believers Live By
Explore the 3 core truths that true believers live by, from embracing God’s unconditional love to relying on the Holy Spirit's guidance. Discover how these principles shape a resilient, Christ-centered life.How Can You Develop More Women Small-Group Pastors?
We unintentionally silence all the women in our churches when we fail to put women in leadership roles. What can be done to develop women small-group pastors?Church Communication Strategy – Streamline What You’re Saying
There are many good things we could be doing, but we want to focus our attention on what’s best. Sometimes, that means we need to adjust our communication strategy. Simplify how you’re communicating. Streamline what you’re saying.Youth Group Thanksgiving Ideas: Deepen Teens’ Gratitude to God
Youth group Thanksgiving ideas nurture gratitude among teens. Try these Bible studies and activities with your kids!Children’s Ministry Strategies for Unchurched Kids and Families
Children’s ministry strategies for unchurched kids are vital. Learn how to attract and retain unchurched children and families.Humility: A Foundational Pastoral Virtue
Here are five thoughts for pastors to consider about humility, from Dallas Willard’s presentation, “Three Steps to Humility.”Sex Should Be ‘Within a Committed Relationship,’ Whether Straight or Gay, Says Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby
Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby is facing backlash for answering a question about “gay sex” by saying “all sexual activity should be within a committed relationship.”Paula White Interviews Donald Trump on His Faith at Inaugural Summit Attended by Jack Graham, Mark Driscoll and Sean Feucht
On Monday afternoon (Oct. 28), the National Faith Advisory Board hosted their Inaugural National Faith Summit, which featured an exclusive interview with former President Donald Trump.FFRF Accuses CU Buffs Football Coach Deion Sanders of ‘Religious Coercion,’ This Time for Locker Room Prayer
While the Freedom From Religion Foundation (FFRF) has written a second letter to Colorado University leadership complaining of the Deion Sanders' "religious coercion," a religious liberty law firm contends his actions are "clearly legal."After Images of Steven Lawson and Unknown Woman Emerge, Phil Johnson Answers More Questions
New details in the scandal surrounding Dr. Steven Lawson.‘Free Healthcare for Illegals Is on the Ballot’—Church Faces Backlash for Message on Digital Billboard
A North Carolina church is facing backlash after displaying controversial political messages on its digital billboard. People’s Baptist Church in Greenville has since removed the messages, one of which stated that “free healthcare for illegals is on the ballot.” Mark Matlock: What Pastors Need To Know About the ‘Spiritually Curious’
Mark Matlock joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to share what the data shows about the “spiritually curious,” the distinctions between this group and other non-Christians, and how to engage with the spiritually curious effectively.5 Tough Questions to Challenge Shallow Faith
Challenge your faith with these 5 tough questions designed to uncover areas for growth. Deepen your relationship with God by moving beyond a shallow faith and embracing true transformation.Defining Contemporary Worship
I hope that we will begin to do away with labels on worship styles. There is only one style of worship, contemporary or otherwise: that which honors God and pleases Him.4 Great Halloween Trivia Questions
Some love it and some hate it, but Halloween is anything but trivial. From a day at the beach to an attempted plot to blow up the Parliament building, Halloween trivia stretches across the globe.The Heart of Great Preaching
I was particularly struck by the main Bible teaching. It was great preaching. I was challenged by the obvious passion for the Word.Jesus, MMA, and Heavy Metal Feature in New Movie, ‘The Carpenter’
What do Jesus, heavy metal and mixed martial arts (MMA) have to do with one another? Each is a feature of the movie, “The Carpenter,” set to be released in select theaters nationwide on Nov. 1.Worship Pastor Who Worked With Diddy Describes ‘Demonic’ Influences in the Industry
In a frank interview about his experiences in the secular music industry, Houston-area worship Pastor Rod Long described previous encounters with disgraced rap mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs.Immigrants and Election Week: How Churches of Welcome Go From Rhetoric to Relationships and Reaching
For Great Commission Christian churches, whether we are churches of welcome or churches of apathy has some correlation to how we are motivated to obey Jesus’ words “to make disciples of all nations.” ‘Our Hope Is That People Would Give Their Lives to Christ’—Brandon Lake and Phil Wickham Release Nationwide Concert Film ‘For the One’
Grammy Awarding-winning contemporary worship singers Brandon Lake and Phil Wickham have teamed up to release a feature film titled “For the One.” Texas Pastor Back in the Pulpit Despite Looming Sexual Assault Trial
Texas Pastor Dr. Ronnie Goines is back in the pulpit despite having been arrested and charged with sexual assault.After Exiting the Christian Music Industry, These Artists Engage Religion on Their Terms
After interrogating their beliefs, some onetime CCM artists are revisiting faith in some fashion, trying on elements they’d previously discarded and writing music for listeners who might be more spiritual than religious.Controversial Pastor Doug Wilson Subject of New Podcast, ‘Sons of Patriarchy’
The creators say the Idaho pastor represents an increasingly mainstream biblical patriarchy movement with dangerous implications.5 Signs You’re Not Truly Following Christ
Here are 5 key signs that reveal if you're truly following Christ. From priorities to compassion, learn how to evaluate your faith and grow in genuine discipleship.How to Lead a Dynamic Cell Meeting
Getting people to come back to a cell meeting should never be the principal motivation. A much purer motivation is making sure each member is ministered to and transformed during the process.Hiring Cheap? Not so Fast . . .
Sometimes, hiring cheap is the most expensive choice. The principle sounds wrong to some people, but it’s straightforward: You often save the most money by hiring the most expensive person.God Uses the Foolish To Change the World: Youth Ministry Thoughts
Want an eye-opening look at how God uses the foolish to change the world? Learn how that applies to youth ministry and your teens.Creative Way to Teach the Crucifixion: A KidMin Object Lesson
Need a creative way to teach the crucifixion? Try this visual object lesson about sin and forgiveness.Lecrae, Justin Giboney, Cory Ruth Discuss Morality in Politics and Voting for Policies Over People
Christian hip hop artist Lecrae hosted Justin Giboney, a Christian who affiliates with the Democratic Party, and Cory Ruth, a Christian who affiliates with the Republican Party, on “The Deep End With Lecrae” to hear their views on various questions related to the 2024 presidential election.Browns’ Jameis Winston Credits ‘Unwavering Faith, Ultimate Belief [and] Dependence on the Lord’ for Underdog Win
Cleveland Browns veteran quarterback Jameis Winston (30) used his pregame and postgame on-field interviews to proclaim his faith in Jesus.Dallas Jenkins Announces Release Date for Season 5 of ‘The Chosen’
Dallas Jenkins, the creative mastermind behind "The Chosen," announced that Season 5 of the series will be released in theaters in April 2025.Alabama Church Mourns Pastor, Allegedly Shot and Killed By Adult Daughter
Joy Tabernacle Full Gospel Church in Mobile, Alabama, is mourning the death of Pastor Robert Matthews. Police say the church leader was shot and killed last Sunday evening (Oct. 20) by his daughter, 36-year-old Charity Matthews.The Kingdom Mission Center: Churches Supporting Missionaries in Korea and Beyond
SaeJoongAng Church in GyungGi-do, Korea, loves missionaries. In fact, the church has built a facility that can house 60 missionary families when they are off their field for a session. It's called the Kingdom Mission Center.Former Youth Pastor Convicted of Sexually Abusing Teen While Aboard an Airplane
A former youth pastor has been convicted of abusive sexual contact aboard an aircraft. Justin Baker, 41, was arrested March 14 after sexually assaulting an 18-year-old woman on a flight from Burbank, California, to Seattle. Mindy Caliguire: Soul Care for the Exhausted Leader
Mindy Caliguire and Jason Daye explore how we can reframe our perspective of caring for our own souls to view it as an invitation rather than another item on our to-do list. Mindy then shares some incredible ideas and examples of how we can begin prioritizing our own soul care.Ralph Fiennes Talks About Papal Thriller ‘Conclave,’ Women’s Ordination
"Conclave," Robert Harris’ 2016 novel, dramatizes the Catholic process for choosing a new supreme leader in a film that has already won top prizes at multiple film festivals and seems well positioned for awards show season.
