Faith, justice, and resilience: the struggle for religious freedom in India

(Photo: Pixabay/Eddy Pellegrino) In the world’s largest democracy, a battle for the soul of the nation is unfolding. The story of Dr. Ajai Lall and his brother Rajkamal David Lall serves as a powerful testament to the enduring spirit of faith and the critical role of an impartial judiciary in protecting minority rights in India. … Read more

Ohio Senator JD Vance reveals Hindu wife's support for his Christian faith

Sen. JD Vance and Usha Chilukuri Vance discuss their lives and faith in an interview with Fox News. (Photo: Screenshot/Fox News) Ohio Senator JD Vance, a top contender for the US Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump’s Vice-President position, has opened up about his religious journey and the unexpected support he received from his Hindu wife, … Read more

The African experience with Global Christian Forum: the vibrancy of faith, the vulnerability of colour

Fourth Global Gathering: “That the World May Know,” hosted by the Global Christian Forum (GCF). (Photo: Screenshot/Global Christian Forum) Inspiration from Accra Gathering The 4th Global Christian Forum (GCF) gathering in Accra, Ghana, from April 16-19, 2024, inspired this article. Rev. Dr. Casely B. Essamuah, Secretary to the Global Christian Forum, organised the event, anchoring … Read more

Widow of Christian Killed for His Faith in India Flees Village

(Photo: Pixabay) The young widow of a Christian in Chhattisgarh who was killed for his faith is living in fear a month after she fled for her life. “I saw them kill my husband right before my eyes,” said Jime Kawasi, whose husband, 22-year-old Kosa Kawasi, was slain in Bastar District on May 4. “I … Read more

Bible Scholar Explains How 'Newer Testament' Translation Brings Readers Closer to Jewish Roots of Christian Faith

JERUSALEM, Israel – Translations of the Bible have increased dramatically in recent years and one Bible scholar has translated the Hebrew Heritage Bible Newer Testament. CBN News spoke recently with Dr. Brad Young, who trained at Hebrew University and was a teacher of biblical literature at Oral Roberts University for more than 30 years. He believed it was important to … Read more

Revival of faith, spiritual questioning among Gen Zers in the UK: study

(Photo: Unsplash/Priscilla Du Preez) A new study reveals a significant shift in religious attitudes among Gen Zers in the United Kingdom, those born in 1997 or later, suggesting a potential revival of faith and increased spiritual questioning. The research found that individuals aged 18-24 exhibit higher levels of religiosity than any other age group. The study … Read more

How does the Annunciation underpin fundamental beliefs within Christian faith?

The Annunciation, when the Angel Gabriel announces to Mary that she will bear Jesus. This painting is credited to El Greco, done in 1575, and on display at Prado Museum in Madrid, Spain. (Wikimedia Commons) The Annunciation holds a profound place in Christian theology, marking the moment when the angel Gabriel visited the Virgin Mary … Read more

Examining democracy and faith in contemporary India

(Photo: Unsplash/Laurentiu Morariu) There does not need to be any tension between the religious adherence of participants in a democracy and the political duty of elected leaders when religion is viewed as more than mere institutionalised tradition. In Vedic literature, dharma serves as the systemic basis affirming the validity of a virtuous life. Similarly, in … Read more

Faith in the mundane

(Photo: Unsplash/Duncan Kidd) At the end of January, I went to the UK premiere of Season 4 of The Chosen. Since then, it’s screened in cinemas and dropped on major streaming platforms. If you needed any convincing of the success of the first multi-series depiction of the incarnation, the first three seasons have been viewed about half … Read more

Twenty families recant their Christian faith due to extreme ostracism in Chhattisgarh

(Photo: Pixabay) The local villagers in Chhattisgarh pushed twenty families, totaling 70 to 100 members of a church, to renounce their faith and adopt a tribal religion during the first and second weeks of January 2024, according to reports. The pastor of Tirathgarh village in the Bastar district, Prem Das Andhkuri, told Christian Today that … Read more