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Thanks Giving: A National Tradition

Michael Craven — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 02:22:00 GMT

As we, once again, approach this national day of “thanksgiving” I thought it necessary to reflect upon our nation’s long history of acknowledging and giving thanks to Almighty God. On October 3, 1789 George Washington issued the nation’s first presidential proclamation in which he called the nation to set aside a day for giving thanks to that “great and glorious Being who is the beneficent author of all the good that was, that is, or that will be….”

“They Did Not Honor Him as God, or Give Thanks”

Albert Mohler — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 06:07:00 GMT

Thankfulness is a theology in microcosm -- a key to understanding what we really believe about God, ourselves, and the world we experience.

God With Us: Emmanuel's Christmas

Chuck Colson — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 06:53:00 GMT

I can’t sing the words of that familiar Advent song “O Come, O Come, Emmanuel” without remembering a young boy—a child of a prisoner.

On "Origin of Species" Anniversary, Book Gets a New Twist

Katherine Britton — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 06:09:00 GMT

The group handing out "Origin of Species" at Virginia Commonwealth University wasn't part of the campus atheist group. They were evangelical Christians.

Thank You, Catholic Bishops, for Standing Up

Dr. John Mark Reynolds — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 03:38:00 GMT

All Christians, including those of us who are not Catholic, must be thankful for the present stand of the bishops against human rights abuses - whether they be in China or in our own health care system.

A Salute to the Defenders of Our Freedom

Hugh Hewitt — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 05:02:00 GMT

What the American military has accomplished lately is the defense of the country since 9/11 without a single attack on our soil coordinated by a jihadist far away. They have been trying. They have not failed.

John McCain: 'We’ve Got to Give Americans Hope'

Hugh Hewitt — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 07:11:00 GMT

Nationally syndicated host and journalist Hugh Hewitt interviewed John McCain on June 24 as the presumptive nominee for the Republican Party travelled through southern California.

Iran: Two Christian Prisoners Released on Bail

Compass Direct News — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 05:36:00 GMT

Two Iranian converts to Christianity jailed for the past few weeks have been released by security police, who demanded valuable property deeds as bail collateral.

Algerian Police Publicly Interrogate Ex-Muslim

Peter Lamprecht — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 05:11:00 GMT

The incident occurred a day after Algeria’s top Islamic authority denied that the woman’s case violated religious freedom and claimed evangelization was “a new form of colonization.”

China: Court Cites 'Insufficient Evidence' in Christian's Trial

Compass Direct News — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 02:08:00 GMT

Court officials in Xinjiang, China returned the case of Uyghur Christian Alimjan Yimit, charged with unspecified crimes, to state prosecutors this week citing “insufficient evidence.”

Uncovering Truth in Ethiopia

Baptist Press Staff — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 06:20:00 GMT

Most Ethiopians consider themselves Christians because their religion includes biblical teachings and an understanding of Jesus, except that He is but one of many gods in their mixture of religions.

Violence Ongoing in Egypt as Christians Plead for Help

Jeremy Reynalds — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 06:31:00 GMT

Since the early morning of November 21, the Upper Egyptian town of Farshoot has been the scene of ongoing Muslim mob violence against Coptic Christian residents.

Christian Leaders Vow Resistance on Abortion, Gay Marriage

Adelle M. Banks — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 06:08:00 GMT

Facing "threats" from American culture, prominent Catholic, evangelical and Orthodox Christian leaders are vowing civil disobedience against abortion, same-sex marriage and limits on religious liberty.

Lutheran Dissidents Say New Church Body in the Works

Daniel Burke — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 06:15:00 GMT

On Wednesday, conservative Lutherans announced that it would "likely be necessary" to form their own body apart from the ELCA.

Chinese Human Rights Lawyers Interrogated for Trying to Meet Obama

Dan Wooding — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 06:06:00 GMT

Public Security officials seized two Chinese human rights leaders who had been trying to meet with U.S. President Obama before he left the country.

Religion Today Summaries - Nov. 26, 2009

Compiled & Edited by Crosswalk Editorial Staff — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 06:50:00 GMT

16 Colombian Christians Kidnapped, Told to Recant
Episcopal Group Denounces Anti-Gay Law in Uganda
OM Ministry Ship to End Service
Megachurch Pastor Billy Joe Daugherty Dies at Age 57

Religion Today Summaries - Nov. 25, 2009

Compiled & Edited by Crosswalk Editorial Staff — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 06:53:00 GMT

Worldwide Poll Finds Strong Support for Right to Criticize Religion
Heavy Fines, Bans Levied on Uzbek Baptists
Religion-Based Hate Crimes Highest Since 2001
Pope Meets with Artists, Filmmakers for Sacred Art

Religion Today Summaries - Nov. 24, 2009

Compiled & Edited by Crosswalk Editorial Staff — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 06:18:00 GMT

Americans Attribute Bible's Verses on Poverty to Celebrities
Kennedy Discouraged From Communion by Bishop
Pakistan: Christian Janitor Died Saving Muslim Students
Arizona Youth Urges Thousands to Join Him for World AIDS Day

Religion Today Summaries - Nov. 23, 2009

Compiled & Edited by Crosswalk Editorial Staff — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 06:10:00 GMT

Christian Leaders Issue 'Call of Conscience'
Catholic Priest in Poor Health after Stroke in Prison
Anglican Leader, in Rome, Optimistic on Ecumenical Strains
Hand-Written Bible for Sale on eBay

Religion Today Summaries - Nov. 20, 2009

Compiled & Edited by Crosswalk Editorial Staff — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 06:33:00 GMT

Lutherans to Split over Gay Clergy
Exodus Opposes Uganda's Proposed Anti-Gay Law
U.S. Catholic Bishops Clarify Moral 'Confusion'
Violence in Columbia May Trigger Humanitarian Crisis, Group Says

Will the Senate Stop at Nothing?

Cal Thomas — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 04:53:00 GMT

Polls show a majority of the public want to slow things down and do not favor this bill. It doesn't matter.

How Many Districts Can You Count?

Cal Thomas — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 07:24:00 GMT

It’s one thing when the federal government wastes money on programs and projects that exist, but don’t work. It’s something else when it spends our money to save or create jobs in phantom congressional districts.

Missionary to the Media

Cal Thomas — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 08:35:00 GMT

I wouldn't think of asking you to take money you need and send it to me. But if you are able and wanting to, I would very much appreciate it.

Your Money: At-Risk with HUD

Cal Thomas — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 06:59:00 GMT

Congress and the Obama administration are giving millions of dollars – our tax money – to communities and housing agencies that federal watchdogs have concluded are unable to spend it appropriately.

Change Has to Come Slowly

Cal Thomas — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 06:56:00 GMT

This administration and these liberal congressional Democrats are even more radical than the 1994 Republicans. The voters Tuesday said, "Not so fast."

OYB November 26

Julie Ferwerda — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 04:06:00 GMT

Learn about Nebuchadnezzar's dream and what the statue represents. Was Neb. a type of antichrist? Also, Peter reminds overcomers--the more suffering for the sake of Christ, the more glory and rejoicing later!

Sleep May Limit Teens' Depression

Jim Liebelt — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 05:16:00 GMT

Depression in adolescents could be reduced or even prevented by more sleep.

OYB November 25

Julie Ferwerda — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 06:46:00 GMT

Why did Nebuchadnezzar search for Jews to serve in his courts? Learn interesting historical facts about the Babylonian and Persian Empires. And just who were the "spirits" that Jesus proclaimed to in prison? Were they the same ones He subjected after His resurrection? Find out...

Living with Thanksgiving

Tony Beam — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 06:32:00 GMT

Let's take a break from the debates and trials of the present moment to put our lives in perspective. Nothing can accomplish that task better than taking inventory of God's blessings in our lives. We should all "give thanks with a thankful heart" this Thanksgiving.

“They Did Not Honor Him as God, or Give Thanks”

Albert Mohler — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 06:07:00 GMT

Thankfulness is a theology in microcosm -- a key to understanding what we really believe about God, ourselves, and the world we experience.

Kyl Criticizes Quiet on Chinese Anti-Satellite Test

Nathan Burchfiel — Tue, 30 Jan 2007 05:15:13 GMT

Sen. Jon Kyl (R-Ariz.) on Monday criticized what he sees as a muted Bush administration response to a recent Chinese anti-satellite missile test, saying the launch highlights the need for the United States to protect its interests in space.

Administration 'Mean Spirited, Vengeful,' Fonda Tells Anti-War Throng

Monisha Bansal — Mon, 29 Jan 2007 09:45:41 GMT

Derided by counter-demonstrators as "leeches on freedom," Members of Congress, civil rights leaders and Hollywood celebrities including actress Jane Fonda, joined anti-war protestors in Washington, D.C., on Saturday, demanding that lawmakers and presidential candidates stop supporting and funding the war in Iraq.

Conservatives Differ on Iraq War, Troop 'Surge'

Fred Lucas — Mon, 29 Jan 2007 09:45:41 GMT

On a day when thousands gathered in Washington to protest the war in Iraq, conservatives debated their own divisions over the coming troop "surge" and the war's larger role in the war on terrorism.

Iran's Holocaust Denial Prompts Survivor to Speak Out

Aleena Shakeel — Mon, 29 Jan 2007 05:15:14 GMT

More than six decades after she was rescued from the Nazis, Manya Friedman has been so outraged by Iran's attempts to deny the Holocaust that she decided to start speaking publicly about her experiences.

Hargrove Proposes Holiday Rather Than Apology

Payton Hoegh — Mon, 29 Jan 2007 05:15:14 GMT

A Virginia delegate introduced legislation this week proposing a holiday to honor the end of slavery as an alternative to an official apology that, to much controversy, he refuses to support.

Suicide Attack Apparently Intended to Stop Palestinian Infighting

Julie Stahl — Mon, 29 Jan 2007 04:45:09 GMT

A Palestinian from the Gaza Strip managed to carry out a suicide bombing in the southern Israeli resort city of Eilat on Monday - more than 100 miles away from his home.

Fatah Blames Iran, Syria for Palestinian Violence

Julie Stahl — Mon, 29 Jan 2007 11:00:14 GMT

Egypt and Saudi Arabia offered to mediate a truce between rival Palestinian factions, which were fighting each other for a fifth straight day on Monday.

Terror Attack in Southern Israel

Julie Stahl — Mon, 29 Jan 2007 10:01:04 GMT

At least three people were killed in a suicide bombing in the southern Israeli resort city of Eilat on Monday morning.

Iran Defiant as UN Condemns Holocaust Denial

Patrick Goodenough — Fri, 26 Jan 2007 10:00:19 GMT

The United Nations General Assembly Friday adopted a U.S.-drafted resolution condemning denial of the Holocaust - but did so by consensus rather than by a recorded vote, thus allowing member states ambivalent on the matter to sidestep criticism.

Iran Threat Hovers Over US-Russia Missile Dispute

Sergei Blagov — Fri, 26 Jan 2007 05:15:12 GMT

Amid differing views over the potential security threat posed by Iran, the United States and Russia are exchanging verbal blows over U.S. proposals for a missile defense "umbrella" in eastern Europe and Russian plans to sell missiles to Tehran.

Helping Mexican Economy Key to Ending Illegal Immigration, Says Expert

Monisha Bansal — Tue, 30 Jan 2007 05:15:13 GMT

Amid a growing national debate over how to deal with illegal aliens, one expert suggested Monday that the way to solve the immigration problem in the United States is to boost the Mexican economy.

'Inconvenient Truth' Producer Pens Kids' Global Warming Text

Randy Hall — Tue, 30 Jan 2007 05:15:13 GMT

Move over, Chicken Little. A children's book planned for release in September is an attempt to "fill the minds of children with 'sky-is-falling' global warming hysteria," a Republican senator warns.

German Boy's Sex Change Result of Political Correctness, Group Says

Melanie Hunter — Mon, 29 Jan 2007 08:45:08 GMT

It's a medical first - a 14-year-old German boy became the youngest patient in history to begin treatment to prepare him for a sex change, but a conservative group says the boy's parents and doctors have been unfairly influenced by the homosexual lobby.

Conservatives Spar Over Immigration Policy

Nathan Burchfiel — Mon, 29 Jan 2007 02:45:15 GMT

Conservative pundits sparred Sunday over the Bush administration's immigration policy, which some view as "amnesty" for the millions of illegal immigrants living in the United States.

Conservatives Debate the 'Race Card' in Politics

Kevin Mooney — Mon, 29 Jan 2007 02:00:09 GMT

Political agitators who use "Al Sharpton rhetoric" are in a stronger position today because "spineless Republicans" have supported racial gerrymandering -- thus ensuring the election of divisive figures, said a member of the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights.

Gingrich Backers Launch Campaign to Draft Him

Aleena Shakeel — Tue, 30 Jan 2007 05:15:13 GMT

Former House Speaker Newt Gingrich has said he will not announce his decision to compete in the 2008 presidential election until after Labor Day, but an online grassroots political campaign was launched nationally on Monday in an effort to convince him to run.

One More Supreme Court Appointment for President Bush?

Kevin Mooney — Mon, 29 Jan 2007 03:45:09 GMT

Conservatives stand a strong chance of securing at least one more seat on the U.S. Supreme Court before President Bush leaves office, according to one conservative court-watcher.

Former Arkansas Governor Eyes Presidency

Nathan Burchfiel — Mon, 29 Jan 2007 11:46:06 GMT

Hoping to become the second former Arkansas governor to take up residence in the White House, Republican Mike Huckabee on Sunday announced his intention to run for the 2008 Republican presidential nomination.

Mitt Romney Buffs His Conservative Credentials

Kevin Mooney — Mon, 29 Jan 2007 10:45:16 GMT

America is at risk of becoming "the France of the 21\super st\nosupersub Century" unless policymakers curtail burdensome government policies and extravagant entitlement spending that work against the creative energies of free people, said former Massachusetts Governor Mitt Romney.

Gingrich: I'll Decide in September

Nathan Burchfiel — Mon, 29 Jan 2007 10:30:12 GMT

Taking a swipe at politicians who already have declared plans to run for president in 2008, former House Speaker Newt Gingrich said on Saturday that he would decide in September whether to seek the Republican nomination.