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Sinners or Heroes? Meet the Sex Workers of the Holy Bible

September 18th, 2023

It's fair to say that Christian teachings aren't exactly known for progressive views on sex work. But the world's oldest profession makes numerous appearances in the Holy Bible... with some fascinating takeaways. Continue Reading »

Posted in: Christian | 45 Comments »

Bible Websites Get Reported for Violating New Anti-Porn Laws

September 11th, 2023

Is the Bible pornographic? Citing eyebrow-raising passages and using some states' own anti-porn laws against them, online activists are trying to get websites hosting the Bible to require age verification before use. Continue Reading »

Posted in: Political & Religious Controversy | 177 Comments »

Can You Understand These Gen-Z Bible Translations?

September 8th, 2023

A viral TikTok account is translating the Bible into Gen-Z slang one tale at a time. The humorous biblical retellings use slang to make the Bible more comprehensible to young people, but some say it may be going too far. Continue Reading »

Posted in: Science & Technology | 56 Comments »

Texas Chaplains Divided Over New Law Allowing Them to Be School Counselors

September 1st, 2023

Should chaplains replace licensed counselors in public schools? A new Texas law allows them to do just that, but the law has an unlikely foe who are requesting it be overturned: chaplains. Continue Reading »

Posted in: Political & Religious Controversy | 103 Comments »

Do Schools Need More "Christ Centered" Parents? One California Official Thinks So

August 31st, 2023

A Sacramento-area school board president is in trouble with local parents after specifically asking Christians to join school advisory boards. As many accuse her of religious bias, she's refusing to apologize. Continue Reading »

Posted in: Political & Religious Controversy | 135 Comments »

Drag Queen Jesus Performer Facing Possible Prosecution in Philippines

August 25th, 2023

Popular Fillipino drag queen Pura Luka Vega is possibly facing prosecution under obscenity laws for a July performance where they performed in drag as Jesus Christ, video of which went viral in the Philippines. Continue Reading »

Posted in: LGBTQ & Human Rights, Political & Religious Controversy | 90 Comments »

Losing Their Religion: Why Church Attendance Is on the Decline

August 24th, 2023

Why are young people leaving the church? Reports show that Millennials and Gen-Z are less religious than any generations before them, and that trend will only continue. Why are young people turning their back on faith? Continue Reading »

Posted in: Christian | 141 Comments »

Are Jesus's Teachings "Too Weak"? Some Evangelicals Say So

August 17th, 2023

Has Jesus gone soft? One prominent pastor says he's concerned about the direction of Christianity, fearing that many Christians find the teachings of Jesus Christ weak. Continue Reading »

Posted in: Christian | 257 Comments »

"American Christian Heritage Month"? CA County's Decision Sparks Outrage

August 8th, 2023

El Dorado County in California just declared last July and all future Julys as "American Christian Heritage Month," arguing that we simply do not recognize Christianity's role in American history enough around here. Continue Reading »

Posted in: Political & Religious Controversy | 135 Comments »

Will God Save Us From Climate Change? People of Faith Are Split

July 31st, 2023

The Bible says that Christians are to be stewards of the Earth. So why do so many of those who identify as highly religious not believe in climate change? Christians are split on how to approach this issue. Continue Reading »

Posted in: Political & Religious Controversy | 202 Comments »

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