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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 61 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 96 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 92 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 124 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 124 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

Islam Is World’s Fastest Growing Faith, According to New Study

August 28th, 2025

A new study found that while Christianity remains the globe’s biggest religion, if current trends hold, it won’t be for long. Data shows that while Christianity is growing, another faith is growing even faster: Islam.

ULC Minister Training & Education 90 Comments

Should Women Vote? One Influential Pastor Says No

August 15th, 2025

Self-described Christian nationalist pastor Doug Wilson says women shouldn’t vote, and his shocking views are gaining influence nationwide - and he's even found some powerful friends in Washington D.C.

Political & Religious Controversy 100 Comments

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