Archive for February 2018
Muslim Mob Demand Christian Teen’s Lynching Over Blasphemy Accusation
A Muslim mob is calling for the lynching of a Christian teenager in Pakistan who’s been accused of posting blasphemous content on Facebook, according to a London-based Christian humanitarian group. More . . .
Read MoreMajor Shootings Led to Tougher Gun Laws, but to What End? – The New York Times
Major legislation is often spurred by tragedy. Experts are uncertain about the extent that gun control laws have improved safety and curbed violence. … It’s difficult to directly link declines in crime or gun violence to any specific law, given the limited scope and loopholes in each one, according to experts and research. more… The article…
Read MoreTexas governor spares inmate from execution after a father’s pleas
The inmate played a role in the killing of his mother and brother. But his father forgave him and pleaded for his life to be spared. More . . .
Read MoreHarvard places Christian club on probation
Harvard administrators sanctioned the club for a year after it allegedly pressured a female student leader to resign because she was dating a woman, the Harvard Crimson reported. More . . .
Read MoreHow Billy Graham avoided scandal
Fundamentalists took issue with the methodology of Billy Graham early, and his theology later (many ways to God etc). But one thing Graham did well was avoid financial or moral scandal. This article explores how that was accomplished. There is a lesson on accountability for us all in this. KS While hypocritical televangelists inflicted…
Read MoreThree Powerful Reasons to Believe The Holy Spirit is a Person
Who is the Holy Spirit? One might think that the Holy Spirit is merely a power, a force, or a strength from God. However, it is foundational to our faith in God to understand that the Holy Spirit is a Person, the Third Person in the eternal Godhead. As a person, we should experience His…
Read MoreIt’s Getting Worse … (2)
The Christian’s Response to Mass Shootings The stories of mass-shootings overwhelm us. In yesterday’s blog, we talked about the church’s responsibility. Today, we think about this more personally. What do each of us need to do as individuals? All of us desire to make a difference in this world! We see this tragedy and desire…
Read MoreFBFI Statement On the Death of Evangelist Billy Graham
Billy Graham was a gospel preacher and evangelist. He has also been an architect of and most influential spokesman for the movement that has become present day evangelicalism. His influence has been immense. There are many thousands in heaven today or assured of their place there who came to Christ as a result of the simple gospel message Billy Graham…
Read MoreBilly Graham, 99, Dies – The New York Times
The Rev. Billy Graham, a North Carolina farmer’s son who preached to millions in stadium events he called crusades, becoming a pastor to presidents and the nation’s best-known Christian evangelist for more than 60 years, died on Wednesday at his home in Montreat, N.C. He was 99. … Mr. Graham took the role of evangelist…
Read MoreIt’s Getting Worse… (1)
The Church’s Response to Mass Shootings August 1, 1966– University of Texas shooting- 16 killed; 30 injured July 18, 1984- San Ysidro, California- 21 killed (adults and children) August 20, 1986- Edmond, Oklahoma- 14 killed October 16, 1991- Lucy’s Cafeteria, Killeen, Texas- 21 killed, adults and children April 1999- Columbine High School, Colorado- 12 students…
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