Christian ministry defends against access denial in Quebec
A Quebec court case provides a good example of why religious freedom must be defended against those who want to remove it from public spaces.
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The difference between global and indigenous Christianity on display at Lausanne 4 and beyond
There is a difference between an international gathering of Christians that is controlled by the West and gatherings that allow the full diversity of Christian expression to be experienced. Lausanne 4 exhibited the former, but we can do better.
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What one church's missionary learned in an orphanage was disturbing
A pastor reports that his Kansas church was shocked by revelations of financial misconduct and sexually transmitted diseases at a supported orphanage and the church resolves to become part of the solution.
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A brief review of significant changes over the past 25 years
Twenty-five years have already gone by in this century, with immense changes—for better or for worse. This is a good moment to reflect on our changing world. Jesus talked of wheat and tares growing up together. Here’s a random sample of both.
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Identifying patience as the missing link for your New Year resolutions
Most people don't achieve their New Year's resolutions. Here's how to approach your goals in a new way to sustain your journey.
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An entirely subjective top 10 list of 2024 CDI opinions
By Jay MātengaChristian Daily International Opinion Editor counts down the top ten opinion themes for 2024 and the article that best represents each theme.
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A word of advice to remember into the new year
By Ken MorganAs we enter a new year, a church mission coach reminds us that it is an opportune time to repent of all the "its" we "just do" (ref. Nike) that are not aligned with God's good ways or are resistant to change to better participate in God's purposes.
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The Christmas narrative has horrific relevance for the world today
The Christmas narratives echo through the ages with as much relevance as they had in the first century. Still we we struggle with despots, injustices, uncertainties, and lack of real peace. Yet we can have confidence that the good news of great joy for all people is real, available now, and coming in fullness.
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Mary didn't really know what her future held
By Brian HarrisEmpathizing deeply with Bible characters helps us understand life better. Mary didn't really know. She had faith and some hints, but did not know where it would all lead. This Christmas ask yourself if you are really saying yes to God. The path of faith twists and turns but the destination is always good.
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The end is nigh so hold your faith up high
By Jay MātengaHabakkuk's prophecy powerfully speaks to our current global crisis, providing a way to understand how God can use empire as a tool for his purposes. As we long for the return of our Lord we can find comfort in the song of Habakkuk with blessed Mary singing harmony.
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The light of Bethlehem still shines brightly in the midst of crisis and suffering
By Jack SaraBethlehem remains a symbol of hope, resilience, and God’s enduring promise. The Palestinian Christian community are reflecting Jesus' light to those around them: comforting the hurting, loving the broken, and proclaiming peace where there is strife; so that the light that shone from the manger in their city, Bethlehem, will continue to shine through them to the world.
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Tracing and chasing joy for well-being and common good
Joy is no ordinary emotion. It can promote individual well-being and the common good as a response to what should be, what could be, and, at some point, what will be. This advent season, it is time to consider how joyful the coming of the Lord is and will be
