Men’s Event Draws 250,000 in South Africa
A Christian conference challenging men to become mighty men of God drew at least 250,000 men and boys to Greytown, … Read More
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Chinese Christian Rights Activist Gao Zhisheng Released
Christian human rights activist Gao Zhisheng, kidnapped by state security agents on Feb. 4, 2009, has been released, though he … Read More
Vietnam Releases Christian Prisoner, Allows U.S. Evangelist to Address Pastors
A Protestant prisoner of conscience who had called for democratic freedoms in Vietnam was released earlier this month after serving … Read More
Morocco Begins Large-Scale Expulsion of Foreign Christians
Moroccan authorities deported more than 40 foreign Christian aid workers last week in an ongoing, nationwide crackdown that included the … Read More
Attacks in Punjab, India, Similar to Orissa Mayhem, Report Says
Attacks on Christians last month in India’s Punjab state following protests against banners depicting Jesus drinking and smoking were eerily … Read More
Pilgrimage of a Lifetime
Every visitor to Israel has at least one special moment from his or her trip that stands out. Whether it’s walking on the same paths on which Jesus walked, sitting in a restaurant talking with local Israelis or planting a tree to help the desert rebloom—a visit to Israel is memorable.
I asked believers from around the world to share their unique memories. From Wales to China to the United States, they responded with stories they’ve treasured in their hearts—in some cases for decades. Here are their special moments.
Christians in Vietnam Hold Another Historic Christmas Celebration
For the second time in 10 days, Protestant history was made in Vietnam Sunday when 12,000 people gathered for a … Read More
Pakistani Muslims Allegedly Poison Christian Employees to Death
Muslim employers of three Christian sanitation workers at a banquet/wedding hall in Gujranwala, Pakistan, allegedly poisoned the three workers Monday, … Read More
Church Screening of ‘Jesus Film’ Attacked in Pakistan
Some 50 Muslim villagers armed with clubs and axes attacked a showing of the Jesus Film near Sargodha, Pakistan, on … Read More
Unprecedented Christmas Gathering Held in Vietnam
On Friday evening, history was made in communist Vietnam. Christian sources reported that some 40,000 people gathered in a hastily … Read More
Bible Translators Join in Fight Against AIDS
A Florida-based ministry known for its Bible translation work has taken aim at addressing one of the world’s most pressing … Read More
Hostilities Flare in BJP-Run Madhya Pradesh, India
Since the Hindu nationalist Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) came to power in Madhya Pradesh in December 2003, Christians in the … Read More
Police Collusion Seen in ‘Forced Conversion’ Complaints
Hindu extremist groups in collusion with the state police filed an average of more than three baseless complaints of “coerced” … Read More
Ukraine Pastor May Face New Investigation
A prominent Ukraine pastor alleged to be part of a $100 million fraud case is maintaining his innocence as a … Read More
Christians Concerned Over Acquittals in India Violence
Only 24 people have been convicted a year after anti-Christian mayhem took place in India’s Orissa state, while the number … Read More
Indonesian Church Wins Legal Battle to Worship in Building
Christians have won a court battle restoring the right to worship in their building in Depok City, West Java. Depok … Read More
Rash of Attacks on Christians Reported in Sri Lanka
Attacks on Christians in Sri Lanka have surged noticeably in recent weeks, following the government’s defeat of Tamil separatists in … Read More
Authorities in Vietnam Raid, Threaten House Churches
Local authorities in Vietnam have balked at registering house churches, contributing to a recent uptick in sometimes violent harassment of congregations.
Four police officers and two government officials broke up the Sunday morning worship service of a house church in Tran Phu Commune in Hanoi on July 26, announcing that it was illegal to worship and teach religion. The police chief of Tran Phu Commune in greater Hanoi, Dang Dinh Toi, had ordered the raid.
Pakistan: Christians Strive for Justice Following Onslaught
A standoff in Gorja, Pakistan, between authorities and Christians protesting the government’s reluctance to prosecute a murderous Islamic assault ended … Read More
Thousands Expected at Historic Promise Keepers Event
A ministry known for empowering men is seeking to shatter divisions this weekend by including women for the first time … Read More
The Lord Has Chosen Zion
Hundreds of years ago, God the Father gave to Abraham—and his descendants—the land of Israel. He established an eternal and everlasting covenant with Abraham, promising that his seed, through Isaac and Jacob, would possess the land forever. Out of all the nations of the earth, He chose Zion to be His special people.
Yet Christians often wonder what their responsibility ought to be regarding Israel and the Jewish people. Some are indifferent toward or ignorant of the believer’s role in the nation’s history; others are opposed to lending their support because they don’t understand what such a commitment means.
Support of the nation of Israel does not mean a person endorses every political action of the government. Support of Israel means the support of biblical Zionism, and those who know the Bible know that it is not an option for the committed Christian.