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  • Christians should uphold freedom of belief for all including homosexuals

    Christians should uphold freedom of belief for all including homosexuals

    Africa Religious Freedom

    South Africa celebrates Pride Month during October even as persecution of homosexuals is rising in other African states. This should be of concern for Christians as freedom of belief has long been a commitment of Protestant Christians. It doesn’t mean Christians must agree with differing beliefs, but it does mean that we must support the human right of others to hold, practice, and celebrate their beliefs as we have the right to hold, practice, and celebrate ours.

  • Trusting in God's presence in the midst of strangers

    Trusting in God's presence in the midst of strangers

    Asia Church & Missions

    When God calls us out from our homes, we go as strangers to lands that are strange to us. Yet, God goes ahead of us and stays with us, challenging us to always trust in him. Here is the experience of one young woman who has been challenged to use her gifts for the sake of the gospel and a better world.

  • Gratitude is a power that can change everything

    Gratitude is a power that can change everything

    Europe Church & Missions Bible & Theology

    Gratitude is powerful medicine. It is like oxygen for the soul. We don’t thrive without it. We are hard-wired to say "thank you". Psychologists now confirm what scripture has always taught: grateful people are happier, healthier and more hopeful. In contexts of rising conflict, gratitude is a healthier way forward. Ask the Holy Spirit to form that fruit in you for your benefit and those around you.

  • The large scale US aid era has ended and it's time to seek divine wisdom afresh

    The large scale US aid era has ended and it's time to seek divine wisdom afresh

    Africa Church & Missions Society & Culture

    As the shock-wave from the shut down of most US Aid initiatives continues to impact real lives, the global Church has been given an opportunity to reinvent approaches to well-being that don't replicate bloated bureauracies or irresponsible charity. True justice must begin with lament and proceed with mutuality. Here's how we can move forward in a post-aid era.

  • I was forced from home for my faith in Christ

    I was forced from home for my faith in Christ

    Asia Religious Freedom Family & Children

    After a miraculous healing and turning to Jesus, an Indian family has faced persistent persecution. Recently it became so fierce they were forced to flee. Nevertheless, a powerful witness to faith in Christ remains in their village that we pray will one day bear much fruit. Here is their first-hand story.

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