Italy urged to broaden religious freedom protections
Christian groups on Monday (June 30) called on Italy to broaden religious freedoms to protect a wider range of church denominations at the U.N. Human Rights Council (HRC).
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History reveals the slippery slope to fascism for Christians with ears to hear
The rise of politicians from America to Russia claiming to champion Christian values and peace yet preaching hatred and division is polarizing families, churches, and communities even far beyond their own countries. Something like this has happened before. Will we Christians learn from recent European history and seek first Christ's kingdom or continue to ride the slippery slope to human totalitarianism in our contexts?
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Don't let the tall poppy syndrome ruin your experience of the Kingdom of God
The Tall Poppy Syndrome has been popularized and exported from Australia but it is endemic in us all and it literally makes us unwell. An antidote can be found throughout Scripture. Rather than drawing others to join us wallowing in misery, we can repent from the Tall Poppy Syndrome and flourish alongside the flourishing.
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Don't let the darkness drag you down, shine like stars for God and bring hope to a fractured world
Right now online it is very easy to be gaslit into responding aggressively to opinions that we disagree with, but it will ultimately harm our sense of well-being. We don’t need to engage in every online debate, writes Katherine Brown. We don't need to take the bait to belittle another perspective while defending our own, but we are called to share good news.
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In times of crises let us respond with hospitality not hostility
In response to increasing antagonism towards migrants and refugees in some Western nations, followers of Jesus should take a long hard look at biblical precedents that promote hospitality and especially New Testament examples. The Church should have a bigger imagination than that promoted by anti-migrant protesters.
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Franklin Graham preaches in London as thousands reportedly turned away from packed evangelism event
By CDI StaffThousands filled ExCeL London to capacity on Saturday evening for the return of the God Loves You Tour, led by Rev. Franklin Graham, president and CEO of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association (BGEA) and Samaritan’s Purse. With attendance exceeding 17,000, the venue reached its increased maximum capacity of 15,000, prompting security to turn away several thousand people, according to organizers.
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'Our nation has walked across the Rubicon': Christian Medical Fellowship laments U.K. policymaker's approval of assisted dying bill
By Chris EyteU.K. lawmakers on June 20 gave final approval to the Terminally Ill (Adults) Bill, which would legalize assisted dying in England and Wales under specific conditions. While the bill passed after several amendments, the Christian Medical Fellowship (CMF) issued a statement lamenting the decision and calling Christians to remain anchored in the hope found in Jesus Christ.
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Spanish Evangelical Alliance calls for ethical restoration in public life in the face of corruption scandals
In a lengthy statement, the Spanish Evangelical Alliance (AEE) reflects on political corruption from a biblical perspective, calls for greater integrity in institutions and urges citizens not to give in to skepticism.
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Christian leaders condemn UK vote to decriminalize late-term abortions: 'more women being injured'
By Chris EyteBritish lawmakers voted on June 17 to remove the threat of criminal prosecution for women in England and Wales who undergo abortions after 24 weeks, prompting strong criticism from Christian leaders who say the change endangers both women and unborn children.
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Christian Concern criticizes Westminster City Council for replacing Union Jacks with Pride flags
By Chris EyteA Christian legal advocacy group has accused a prominent London council of pushing a political agenda by promoting widespread displays of LGBTQI+ Pride flags in central areas of the city. Christian Concern claims that the initiative amounts to ideological indoctrination and undermines proper democratic processes.
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UK Christian legal rights group voices concerns about assisted dying bill: 'serious risks of pressure, coercion and abuse'
By Chris EyteAmended assisted dying legislation being debated in the U.K. Parliament this week has drawn strong opposition from campaigners, who warn that the proposed law could put vulnerable people at risk and undermine protections for the terminally ill. A final vote on the bill is expected Friday (June 20).
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History reveals the slippery slope to fascism for Christians with ears to hear
The rise of politicians from America to Russia claiming to champion Christian values and peace yet preaching hatred and division is polarizing families, churches, and communities even far beyond their own countries. Something like this has happened before. Will we Christians learn from recent European history and seek first Christ's kingdom or continue to ride the slippery slope to human totalitarianism in our contexts?
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