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NC Groups 'Stand Strong Together' Ahead of Marriage Amendment Vote
North Carolina could become the next state in the U.S. to pass a marriage amendment, also known as Amendment 1, when voters go to the polls on May 8.
Christians Must Get Involved in Politics, Says Renowned Apologist
Author and apologist Frank Turek is tired of Christians saying they don't want to get involved in politics. "You won't be able to preach the Gospel if you don't get involved in politics," he told attendees at First Baptist Church in Charlotte, N.C.
Groups Working to Fight Billion Dollar Sex Industry in US, Abroad
The global sex industry generates over $30 billion a year, which is why Kristin Keen is often on the side of the highway in Jacksonville, Fla. She routinely walks a section called Philips Highway to meet and talk with prostitutes working on the street. These women wonder why she cares, especially in a place where most transactions are strictly business.
Matt Chandler Warns Pastors of Dangers of Seeking 'Success'
Evangelical pastor Matt Chandler has been disturbed by what he's been hearing or sensing from pastors lately – and that is their search for "success" through the size of their churches and the growth of their platforms.
Perry Noble Apologizes for Criticizing Discipleship
After South Carolina Pastor Perry Noble apologized to his congregation for criticizing those seeking more discipleship, a Christian apologist and radio host said a simple apology isn't enough. He suggested that Noble go on a "Repentance Tour."
Christian Author Helps Women Explain, Embrace Their God-Given Emotions
Christian author and speaker Carol McLeod is gearing up to explore the spiritual side of women's emotions next month with the release of her new book HOLY ESTROGEN: Every Woman's Guide to Making Her Emotions the Holiest Part of Her.
Do Harsh Economic Conditions Signal Religious Revival?
Conditions are right for a spiritual revival, said American Evangelist Sammy Tippit this week, though not all agree. Tippit sees the economic downturn and housing crisis as a time for churches to evaluate their mission
TD Jakes' New Book on Forgiveness Denies Original Sin?
T.D. Jakes recently released a new book on forgiveness that has at least one critic accusing the renowned preacher of denying the doctrine of original sin.
Women, Don't Compartmentalize Your Spiritual Life, Urges Christian Blogger
Christian women often try to organize the messiness of life by creating "happy little compartments that we suppose will bring peace," said Trisha Wilkerson, a Christian blogger and mother.
Can a Woman Lead in a Spiritually Unequal Marriage?
The hardest part of a marriage in which the husband is not a Christian is balancing spiritual leadership roles, say relationship experts and authors Lynn Donovan and Dineen Miller.