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San Francisco Blacklists 22 States Over Strict Abortion Laws

October 30th, 2019

Starting in 2020, the city of San Francisco will refuse to do business with 22 states that have restrictive abortion laws. Faith leaders and pro-life activists alike are upset that one city's progressive politics might impact their home state's bottom line. Continue Reading »

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Texas Pastor Burns Book About Atheism, Claims USA is a “Christian Nation”

October 24th, 2019

An online feud between an attorney representing the Freedom For Religion Foundation (FFRF) and an outspoken Texas pastor escalated this week when the pastor posted a book-burning video to his official Twitter account. But by some accounts, the move backfired. Continue Reading »

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Does Celebrating Halloween Make You a 'Fake Christian'?

October 18th, 2019

Christian model Hailey Bieber recently asked for Halloween costume ideas from her 23 million Instagram followers. She unwittingly unleashed a deluge of comments calling her a 'FAKE CHRISTIAN' and re-ignited the debate on whether or not Christians should celebrate a holiday with pagan origins that celebrates the occult. Continue Reading »

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Infamous Christian 'Hell House' Returns to Scare Teens Into Belief in God

October 17th, 2019

Every October, churches across the country host their own biblical twist on the haunted house. 'Hell Houses' are designed to scare teens into following Jesus by showing graphic depictions of sins like racism, gun violence, and sexual abuse. Now the world's most controversial hell house is opening its doors for yet another Halloween season, and some are wondering if fear really is the best motivator for belief in Jesus. Continue Reading »

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'Jesus Shoes' Filled With Holy Water From Jordan River Sell for $3,000

October 11th, 2019

Want to walk on water? Now's your chance. Pairs of 'Jesus Shoes', filled with blessed water from the river Jordan are selling online for thousands of dollars. As style-conscious Christians purchase the fashionable shoes, they've got people asking: Would a man who wore sandals really approve of $3,000 shoes? Continue Reading »

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Church of Sweden Blasted for Calling Greta Thunberg the Successor of Jesus

October 7th, 2019

All hail the second coming of Christ: Greta Thunberg. That’s according to a surprising proclamation by the Church of Sweden, which said the teen climate activist is a successor to Jesus in a statement on its official Twitter account. Continue Reading »

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Catholics Fume Over Pope Francis' Meeting With Pro-LGBT Priest

October 3rd, 2019

Pope Francis recently met with a pro-LGBT priest who has drawn frequent criticism for his stance on homosexuality. Some are saying this is yet another sign that the pope is a progressive. But others are questioning if the pope's words are hollow. Continue Reading »

Posted in: LGBTQ & Human Rights, Christian | 43 Comments »

Kanye West Upsets Christians With Religious 'Sunday Service' Performances, Expensive Merchandise

October 3rd, 2019

Rapper Kanye West, no stranger to controversy, claims he's been born-again. Now he's hosting 'Sunday Service', weekly gospel concerts attended by the rich and famous. Some Christians are doubting West's religious sincerity, given that the performances have a host of associated high-priced merchandise, including $50 t-shirts and $225 sweat shirts. Continue Reading »

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Report Predicts 35 Million Christian Youth Will Leave Faith by 2050

October 1st, 2019

A new report from two Christian organizations shows that Millennials are leaving Christianity in droves. Calling it "the largest single generational loss of faith in American history," the report's authors are suggesting Christians mobilize fast if they want to hold on to some of those young believers. Continue Reading »

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Evangelical Chicago Students Sue City for Right to Preach at Local Park

September 27th, 2019

Four evangelical students are suing the city of Chicago after the city essentially banned preaching at Millennium Park, a popular tourist destination. The students say their First Amendment rights are being violated - but the city says they just want patrons to be able to use the park without being harassed. Continue Reading »

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