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The God Squad: Megan’s Rule

Religion / God Squad /

I recently wrote about how the Golden Rule (“Do unto others as you would have them do unto you”) is a part of every single world religion. This note lifts my spirits by showing me that it is also a part of the moral education of every compassionate family,

Q: My husband and I were raised ...Read more

Is it hard to explain to kids why we Christians “glory in the cross?"

Religion / Billy Graham /

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: Easter is coming, and I want to teach my young children what Easter really means because it is hard to explain to kids why we Christians “glory in the cross.” – E.M.

A: The ultimate victory of the cross is that it could not hold the Savior of the world. He finished His work for mankind there,...Read more

Who is the author of the Book of Malachi?

Religion / Bible Trivia /

A) Malachi
B) Nahum
C) Micah
D) Obadiah

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GOP divisions derail 'religious liberty' vote in Georgia for now

Religion / Religious News /

The effort to revive Georgia’s controversial “religious liberty” legislation stalled in a House committee Wednesday after two Republicans joined Democrats to oppose it.

The measure could come up for another vote, but the Republican pushback to a bill Democrats have long rejected was another reminder of how divisive the legislation remains...Read more

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How Christian nationalism differs among Hispanic Protestants and Catholics: New study

Religion / Religious News /

Support for Christian nationalist ideology differs among Hispanic Protestants and Catholics depending on how individuals identify themselves racially, according to a new study.

Christian nationalists believe Christian values should be fused with the nation’s identity, experts said. Half of all Americans believe the U.S. is a Christian nation ...Read more

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'My abuser is finally being held accountable' woman tells Texas lawmakers about Gateway founder

Religion / Religious News /

A woman who says the founding pastor at Gateway Church abused her starting when she was 12 is speaking out against the use of nondisclosure agreements in child sexual assault cases.

Cindy Clemishire gave emotional testimony to a panel of Texas House lawmakers on March 19, just days after ex-Gateway Church lead pastor Robert Morris turned ...Read more

Are joy and happiness one and the same?

Religion / Billy Graham /

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: Recently, we came through a tumultuous election where a candidate said that her party was the party of joy. I didn’t quite see that evidence. People speak of joy and happiness as one and the same. Is there a difference? – E.J.

A: We experience a sense of happiness when our circumstances are ...Read more

What is the famous passage in Ephesians that encourages believers to put on the full armor of God?

Religion / Bible Trivia /

A) Ephesians 1:3-14
B) Ephesians 2:1-10
C) Ephesians 6:10-20
D) Ephesians 4:1-16

What is the famous passage in Jeremiah that describes the new covenant?

Religion / Bible Trivia /

A) Jeremiah 29:11-14
B) Jeremiah 31:31-34
C) Jeremiah 33:1-3
D) Jeremiah 17:5-8

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New archbishop of Archdiocese of Detroit installed during special Mass

Religion / Religious News /

DETROIT — For the first time in more than a decade and a half, the Archdiocese of Detroit has a new leader at the top.

Bishop Edward Weisenburger was installed Tuesday as the archdiocese's new archbishop during a special mass at Detroit's Cathedral of the Most Blessed Sacrament. During the afternoon mass, Weisenburger traded seats with ...Read more

What do parents lack today in training their children?

Religion / Billy Graham /

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: With the change in administration, it’s exciting to hear that parents will be more empowered to decide on educational options for their children. We’ve been far too lax in allowing the government to take over the job of instilling in our children the proper education. What do parents lack today ...Read more

What is the main theme of the Book of Colossians?

Religion / Bible Trivia /

A) Repentance and forgiveness
B) God's justice and righteousness
C) The supremacy and sufficiency of Christ
D) The establishment of the kingdom of God

What is the structure of the Book of Lamentations?

Religion / Bible Trivia /

A) Three chapters of mourning and one chapter of hope
B) Five chapters of mourning
C) Five chapters of mourning and one chapter of hope
D) One chapter of mourning and five chapters of hope

What has happened to our society that few seem to find a purpose in life?

Religion / Billy Graham /

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: It was tragic to hear about the military man who committed suicide with a car bomb because he was trying to find a purpose in life. Why is this so prevalent these days? I can remember a father telling his son that the purpose of life is to labor in life by the grace of God. What has happened to our ...Read more

What is the famous vision in Daniel that describes the seventy weeks?

Religion / Bible Trivia /

A) Daniel 2:31-45
B) Daniel 7:1-14
C) Daniel 8:1-14
D) Daniel 9:20-27

What is the famous passage in Ezekiel that describes the river of life?

Religion / Bible Trivia /

A) Ezekiel 34:25-31
B) Ezekiel 36:22-32
C) Ezekiel 47:1-12
D) Ezekiel 48:1-8

What is the famous passage in John that describes Jesus' resurrection and appearance to Mary Magdalene?

Religion / Bible Trivia /

A) John 1:1-18
B) John 3:1-21
C) John 6:1-15
D) John 20:1-18

Why are people constantly running after the latest “get rich scheme”?

Religion / Billy Graham /

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: Bitcoin is the rage these days. I feel like I have to “unlearn” all I’ve been taught about finance so that I can comprehend the idea of cryptocurrency to get rich quickly. Why are people constantly running after the latest “get rich scheme”? – G.R.

A: God doesn’t condemn people for ...Read more