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LL Cool J Talks the Importance of Tithing; Credits God's Favor for His Longevity in the Hip-Hop World
Rapper and actor LL Cool J appeared on Hot 97 in New York City for an interview last week where he discussed elements of his personal faith, including tithing.
Christians Join New Militia to Combat ISIS in Northern Iraq
The Assyrian Democratic Movement has announced the formation of the Nineveh Plain Protection Units, a militia largely comprised of Christian volunteers created to defend civilians from ISIS. The NPU also hopes to recapture land that was taken over by the terrorist organization.
Trip Lee on Gospel Music's Acceptance of Hip Hop and Hip Hop's Acceptance of Christians
Reach Records rapper Trip Lee appeared on social networking site ThisIs50.com which is owned by 50 Cent and discussed gospel music's acceptance of hip hop and hip hop's acceptance of Christians.
Rob Bell on Whether or Not He Still Considers Himself an Evangelical
Rob Bell, the infamous pastor who once led Mars Hill Bible Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan, and wrote several envelope pushing books, such as "Love Wins," was recently asked if he still thought of himself as Evangelical after radically shifting his views on eternal hell and gay marriage in recent years.
HBO Set to Release Controversial Documentary on Scientology and Its Hold on Hollywood Stars
HBO is producing a documentary on Scientology that will also take a closer look at its hold on some of Hollywood's biggest names, such as Tom Cruise and John Travolta.
Former Christian Singer Jennifer Knapp Who Came Out as Gay Says Homosexuality Conversation Is 'Important' to the Church
Former Christian singer Jennifer Knapp who came out as a lesbian a few years back discussed the importance of the conversation about homosexuality in the church during an interview on the Bad Christian Podcast last Sunday.
Westboro Baptist Church Turned Into Turkey Safety Hotline by Pranksters; Elder Claims WBC Was Target Because of Its Anti-Gay Message
A popular parody news website recently pranked the Westboro Baptist Church by issuing the organization's phone number as a helpline for a fake turkey-related flu that the site reported on.
Pastor John Hagee Calls Obama One of the 'Most Anti-Semitic Presidents' in History
John Hagee, the senior pastor of Cornerstone Church in San Antonio, described President Barack Obama as "one of the most anti-Semitic presidents" in U.S. history while speaking at an event for the Zionist Organization of America.
Chicago Church Gives $500 to Each Member to In Turn Bless Others; Pastor Discusses What They Did With the Money
Members of a Chicago church who were given $500 each made possible from a real estate deal the church received are using their share to help various programs and initiatives around the city.
Kari Jobe Ties the Knot; Christian Worship Star Confirms Wedding on Social Media
Christian worship singer Kari Jobe will be getting married on Friday, according to her publicist and several Twitter comments posted by the singer earlier this week.