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Iron Dome system intercepts Gaza rockets aimed at the city Ashdod (Image Credit: Israeli Defense Forces via Wikimedia Commons)
Is teaching antisemitism necessary in college today? If you ask Colorado Christian University, the answer is a resounding “YES” to teaching about antisemitism. Enter the Herzl Institute in Jerusalem to create a collegiate electives course that teaches the “political philosophies of the Hebrew Bible.” According to the Anti-Defamation League (ADL), antisemitism has skyrocketed a staggering…

Dennis Quaid stars as Ronald Reagan as he gives a speech at Brandenburg Gate. Courtesy of Rawhide Pictures
For acting veteran Dennis Quaid, taking on the role of former President Ronald Reagan was a daunting yet rewarding challenge. The actor, known for box office hits such as “The Rookie,” “Frequency” and “The Parent Trap,” jumped at the chance to pay tribute to his favorite president. As the film releases Friday, August 30, he…

Star trails captured over time-lapsed photos at the park on Cape Canaveral, Fla. for research of Air Force Space Command. (Image Credit: U.S. Air Force via Tech. Sgt. David Salanitri/Wikimedia Commons)
It’s common for military branches to have themes or official hymns, but did you know the United States Space Force just revealed theirs? More importantly for a Christ-centered audience, the author was “inspired by awe and wonder of God.” The name of the United States Space Force Hymn is “Creator of the Universe.” Captain James…

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“The Office,” “Parks and Recreation,” “Modern Family,” and “Abbott Elementary.” Each of these runaway hit TV series features a “mockumentary” style (as it’s called in Hollywood–a mock take on a documentary) with hilarious scenes and flawed characters. Fans love them. Critics praise them. But could Christians make them? (Find out at the end of this…

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As U.S. congregations navigate the post-pandemic landscape, a new report reveals a surprising twist: while income levels have risen, inflation has outpaced those gains, leaving many churches financially vulnerable despite an overall sense of improved fiscal health. The Hartford Institute for Religion Research authored report, “Finances and Faith: A Look at Financial Health among Congregations in…

A majority of Americans recognize the importance of being a good neighbor, according to new State of the Bible research. Some 74 percent of people who are scripturally engaged said neighborliness is important. And a similar percentage of people with no religious affiliation shared that commitment. State of the Bible is a series of annual…

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Decades after first making their mark in Christian music, the members of Newsboys are still going strong with their new release “Worldwide Revival Pt. 1.” Featuring the songs “Heaven on Earth,” “He Lives,” and “In God We Trust,” the project showcases the bold lyrics and rock melodies the band, comprised of Michael Tait, Duncan Phillips,…

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Two thousand years ago, Christ told His followers, “Go ye therefore and make disciples of all nations….” Christians did so then, and they do so now. One group of modern disciples is Ensemble 2024. These Christians’ efforts coincide with the Olympics and Paralympics in Paris. But the leaders of Ensemble 2024 don’t want the work…

A Personal Loss On average, approximately 4,500 U.S. churches close every year, and only 1,000 new ones open. And every year, 2.7 million church members become inactive, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. The statistics are impersonal until you think about the pastors and church members who feel the loss — pastors like Ryan Burge,…

  Two years ago, Prime Video unveiled the first season of the show, based on the popular writings of Christian writer J.R.R. Tolkien. The bar was set high in delivering a show worthy of generations of fan expectations, boosted by two Peter Jackson big-screen trilogies. As the eight-episode season premiered, however, legions of enthusiasts tuned…
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