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A theologian sparked debate amongst Christians when he told CBN that he believes the flood during the days of Noah was regional and not global. Gavin Ortlund heads the “Truth Unites” ministry, which seeks to offer apologetics resources to churches while being a “winsome and credible voice to the culture for the existence of God…

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A 1,300-year-old body discovered in Sudan has revealed an ancient “Christ tattoo” on the right foot of the remains. The body was discovered by scientists near the medieval Ghazali monastery in Sudan. A news release called the site, “one of the best-preserved archaeological sites in Sudan.” The site was excavated from 2012 to 2018 by…

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With the “He Gets Us” ad receiving so much attention over whether it offers an accurate depiction of Jesus, one pastor in Northern Ireland decided to respond with an ad of his own. Jamie Bambrick, associate pastor of Hope Church Craigavon, posted his video entitled “He Saves Us” and including the tagline “The Christian Super…

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According to a survey from Lifeway Research, many Evangelical pastors in the U.S. are opposed to sports betting, viewing the practice as being “morally wrong.” This comes just ahead of the Super Bowl where many people will participate in sports betting as it has become legalized in many states. The survey was conducted August 29th…

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Italian singer Andrea Bocelli performed a beautiful rendition of “Amazing Grace” at the National Prayer Breakfast in Washington, D.C. The event hosted several attendees such as President Joe Biden and several dozen members of Congress. “The ceremony featured numerous prayers, including one that Tennessee Republican Sen. Marsha Blackburn and New York Democratic Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand…

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