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Nativity Display Sparks Religious Freedom Dispute in Small Town Ohio

November 17th, 2025

Should religious displays be allowed on public land? A small Ohio community is debating just that after a woman's proposed nativity scene in a public park was denied by city hall.

Political & Religious Controversy 35 Comments

Can Christian Men Refuse to Work With Women? New Lawsuit Argues Yes

November 10th, 2025

An HVAC technician says his belief in the “Billy Graham Rule” cost him his job - and now he’s suing. Is refusing to work alone with women a protected act of faith or discrimination?

Political & Religious Controversy 107 Comments

Influential Pastor Says Slavery "Not Inherently Evil"

October 22nd, 2025

Pastor Joshua Haymes, a close ally of Pete Hegseth, recently claimed that slavery isn’t “inherently evil” - citing scripture as his justification. Is he distorting Christianity's message, or does God approve of slavery?

Political & Religious Controversy 84 Comments

No God, No Job: Atheist Sues State Over Religious Oath Requirement

October 17th, 2025

A South Carolina atheist is suing after being barred from working the polls unless he swears an oath reading “so help me God.” Is the state violating his freedom of (or from) religion?

Political & Religious Controversy 105 Comments

Country Singer Calls Out Christian Hypocrisy Over Immigration Policy

October 17th, 2025

A country music star has sparked controversy with a viral video about the ICE immigration crackdown. Country artist Bryan Andrews criticized immigration policies – and called out the Christians who support them.

Political & Religious Controversy 90 Comments

Should Christians Celebrate Halloween?

October 16th, 2025

Can Christians celebrate Halloween? In one corner, some argue it's harmless family fun with a slightly spooky twist. But others say that the holiday is anti-Chrisitan and celebrating it puts your mortal soul in danger.

Christian 100 Comments

Clergy Deeply Divided On Immigration Crackdown

October 9th, 2025

Clergy find themselves at a crossroads over how to handle the immigration crisis, with some endorsing ICE raids, detentions, and deportations, and others out protesting those very same things. What would Jesus do?

Political & Religious Controversy 127 Comments

Is America Building a Christian Army?

October 3rd, 2025

There's a spiritual revival happening in the U.S. military. Supporters welcome these efforts to restore faith tradition to the armed forces, but critics warn the push risks alienating non-Christian service members.

Political & Religious Controversy 126 Comments

Bible Verse on Youth Soccer Jerseys Sparks Controversy

September 25th, 2025

Does scripture have a place on the sports field? That question is front and center in Virginia, where a little league coach sparked a firestorm after adding Bible verses to his team’s soccer jerseys.

Political & Religious Controversy 52 Comments

Is Sunday Only For the Lord? NJ Town Sues Mall for Opening on the Sabbath

September 4th, 2025

Bergen County, New Jersey, one of the few places left in the US with "blue laws" restricting commerce on Sundays, is facing off with a popular mall which refuses to close. Should Sunday shopping bans still exist?

Political & Religious Controversy 105 Comments

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