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Second Coming? Billboard Comparing Trump to Jesus Sparks Backlash

September 22nd, 2021

A controversial Georgia billboard implying that former President Trump is the messiah has been removed after an outpouring of outrage from shocked Christians on the internet, who called it outrageous and blasphemous. Continue Reading »

Posted in: Political & Religious Controversy | 75 Comments »

Comrade Christ? Communist Leader Says Jesus Was 'First Communist'

September 10th, 2021

Was Jesus a communist? One prominent Russian communist leader thinks so, arguing that the apostles and Jesus lived in communal spaces and shared resources, similar to communism. Of course, not everyone agrees. Continue Reading »

Posted in: Political & Religious Controversy | 66 Comments »

"God Bless Abortions" Banner Shocks Arkansas Town

July 14th, 2021

The owners of Arkansas’s largest statue of Jesus woke up to a shocking surprise: a 44-foot banner reading “God Bless Abortions” had been hung across it, from arm to arm. Here's the story behind the message. Continue Reading »

Posted in: Political & Religious Controversy | 63 Comments »

Top 10 Things Jesus Left Behind

April 9th, 2021

It's been over 2,000 years since his death, so it would be only natural to assume that all traces of Jesus have long since vanished from the Earth. But is that really true? Experts say no – and they've got proof. Continue Reading »

Posted in: Christian, Life and Death | 55 Comments »

Not Again! Faith Leader Who Claims to be Jesus Arrested

September 28th, 2020

A Russian cult leader named Vissarion has been arrested on charges of physically and psychologically abusing his followers. He claims he's the reincarnation of Jesus Christ. Russian authorities, apparently, disagreed. Continue Reading »

Posted in: Life and Death | 27 Comments »

Church Ad Featuring Genderqueer Jesus Sparks Outrage

September 23rd, 2020

The Church of Iceland, in an effort to show the church as a place of welcoming diversity, put out an advertisement depicting Jesus with breasts. Many Christians had a bone to pick with that ad, and demanded it come down. Continue Reading »

Posted in: Political & Religious Controversy | 57 Comments »

We Should Also Tear Down Statues of Jesus, Activists Say

June 22nd, 2020

As protesters in cities across America continue to topple statues of Confederate leaders, slave owners, and other historical figures, some are sounding the alarm that things are going to far. Is Jesus next? Continue Reading »

Posted in: Political & Religious Controversy, Christian | 211 Comments »

Legalized Prostitution: What Does the Bible Say?

February 12th, 2020

Some 2020 candidates have brought up the idea of decriminalizing prostitution. As that idea gains ground in some Democratic circles, many Republicans are balking. In the decriminalization debate, whose side is God on? Continue Reading »

Posted in: Political & Religious Controversy | 119 Comments »

Christians Furious Over Netflix's "Gay Jesus" Christmas Special

December 16th, 2019

A new Netflix Christmas special depicting Jesus as a gay man has Christians around the world outraged, and more than 1.8 million have since signed a petition demanding the streaming service remove the program. Continue Reading »

Posted in: LGBTQ & Human Rights, Christian | 125 Comments »

Caged Jesus: Church Nativity Scene Sets Off Fiery Debate

December 12th, 2019

A controversial nativity scene at a California church, featuring baby Jesus behind bars separated from his parents, has sparked a larger debate about immigration and Christian values. See what critics are saying. Continue Reading »

Posted in: Political & Religious Controversy, Christian | 31 Comments »