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Christians Divided on Immigration

June 19th, 2017

Immigration issues and border policies have long been contentious issues in politics, but they are also creating a significant divide in the Christian community. Many Christian houses of worship have embraced a “love thy neighbor” stance, arguing for bene Continue Reading »

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New Alabama Law Prevents Adoptions by Gay Couples

May 15th, 2017

Alabama has recently passed legislation that would allow for private adoption agencies to refuse to house orphaned children in the homes of gay couples. Continue Reading »

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The Last Muhammad: China Bans Muslim Baby Names

May 1st, 2017

As part of a crackdown on religious extremism, the Chinese government has declared that parents will no longer be allowed to give their children Muslim names. Names such as Mohammed, Jihad, Mecca, and Saddam are now prohibited. But is this only the beginning? Continue Reading »

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Christian Student Expelled After Calling Gay Marriage “Sinful”

April 27th, 2017

Sheffield University has been recognized as one of top 100 colleges in the world, but now the college is making headlines for the wrong reasons. Controversy erupted last year after university officials expelled a Christian student for his views on gay marriage Continue Reading »

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How Christians Around the World Respond to Persecution

April 26th, 2017

A group of Christian scholars decided to study how Christian communities around the world react to religious oppression, and their findings may surprise you. Continue Reading »

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Russia Bans Jehovah’s Witnesses Nationwide

April 24th, 2017

The Russian Supreme Court has just upheld a law that effectively bans Jehovah's Witnesses nationwide. The ruling classifies Jehovah’s Witnesses as an “extremist group” that is a “threat" to public security. Continue Reading »

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Lesbian Couple Takes Pulpit at Historic Baptist Church

April 13th, 2017

A Washington D.C. church has taken a big step by appointing its first lesbian couple to the congregation. Although many denominations are trending toward more tolerance, there has been no shortage of criticism. Continue Reading »

Posted in: LGBTQ & Human Rights, Political & Religious Controversy, Christian | 153 Comments »

Illegal Immigration: A Moral Question

April 10th, 2017

Few things spark more heated debate these days than the topic of immigration. On both sides of the matter, emotions run high and beliefs are deeply ingrained... and both sides think they are morally in the right. Continue Reading »

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Gay Marriage Linked to Drop in Suicide Rate

February 23rd, 2017

An astonishing 29% of LGBT teens attempted suicide in the past year, compared to just 6% of heterosexual teens. However, a new study links the legalization of gay marriage to a marked decrease in suicide attempts among this vulnerable group. Continue Reading »

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Do We Have Religious Freedom?

January 13th, 2017

January 16th is Religious Freedom Day, the birthday of religious freedom in the United States. We've come a long way since Thomas Jefferson penned his famous statute, but by some indications we have a long ways to go. Continue Reading »

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