(ChurchLeaders) As the United States anxiously awaits the results of the presidential election, Christian leaders offer commentary and encouragement to followers and fellow believers. Is “God Is Still on His Throne” Enough? In elections past, several leaders were quick to echo a message that essentially said “Don’t worry—God is still on his throne,” but after the … [Read more...] about Christian Leaders Offer Encouragement as Nation Awaits Election Results
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Christian Author Tim Challies’ Son Has Died Suddenly
Canadian author, pastor, blogger, book reviewer, and reformed theologian Tim Challies announced today that he lost his 20-year-old son, Nick, unexpectedly. Nick was Challies' only son. The father of three wrote, "In all the years I’ve been writing I have never had to type words more difficult, more devastating than these: Yesterday the Lord called my son to himself—my dear … [Read more...] about Christian Author Tim Challies’ Son Has Died Suddenly
Moody Bible Institute Dean Accused of Mishandling Sex Abuse Cases Takes Early Retirement
(The Roys Report) The dean recently accused of mishandling sex abuse cases at Moody Bible Institute (MBI) is taking an early retirement, according to an email sent last night by MBI President Mark Jobe and Provost Dwight Perry. The Title IX administrator similarly accused is taking an administrative leave, effective immediately, pending the results of a third-party … [Read more...] about Moody Bible Institute Dean Accused of Mishandling Sex Abuse Cases Takes Early Retirement
Liberty University Deletes John Piper Convocation Videos After Trump Criticism
by Bob Smietana (RNS) Liberty University removed videos of evangelical author and speaker John Piper from its website after the well-known pastor wrote a blog post that was seen as critical of President Donald Trump. According to Christianity Today, Piper and Southern Baptist Convention President J.D. Greear recorded a video conversation with David Nasser, Liberty’s … [Read more...] about Liberty University Deletes John Piper Convocation Videos After Trump Criticism
Faith Leaders Play Election Peacemakers, at Polls and Beyond
By ELANA SCHOR, LUIS ANDRES HENAO and JESSIE WARDARSKI Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) Yehudah Webster, wearing a neon vest with an “Election Defenders” tag around his neck, started his Tuesday outside a Brooklyn polling place. Only the gray yarmulke Webster wore hinted at his specific role: faith-based observer on a uniquely anxious Election Day in America. Webster, an … [Read more...] about Faith Leaders Play Election Peacemakers, at Polls and Beyond