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Christians Who Have Changed Their Faith Tradition Have Higher Levels of Scripture Engagement, Study

Christians Who Have Changed Their Faith Tradition Have Higher Levels of Scripture Engagement, Study

Christians who change their Christian faith tradition have higher levels of Scripture engagement than those who do not, according to a new study by the American Bible Study.

Will Some Christians Start Following Demonic Doctrines in the End? Pastor John Piper Explains

Will Some Christians Start Following Demonic Doctrines in the End? Pastor John Piper Explains

On a recent episode of the Ask Pastor John podcast, theologian John Piper explained what the Apostle Paul meant in 1 Timothy 4:1 when he said, "… in later times some will abandon the faith and follow deceiving spirits and things taught by demons."

1,500-Year-Old New Testament Fragment Uncovered: ‘Total Agreement’ with the Bible

1,500-Year-Old New Testament Fragment Uncovered: ‘Total Agreement’ with the Bible

Grigory Kessel of the Austrian Academy of Sciences used ultraviolet photography to read text that had been written on parchment in the sixth century but erased and reused centuries later. 

Study Shows Americans Who Read the Bible ‘Have Far More Hope’ than Non-Bible Readers

Study Shows Americans Who Read the Bible ‘Have Far More Hope’ than Non-Bible Readers

The report defines the “Scripture engaged” as those who: 1) say the Bible impacts their daily lives, 2) say it helps guide their relationships with God and others, and 3) say they regularly read/listen to the Bible. The Bible teaches Christians to be filled with hope, the report noted.

Majority of Americans Believe ‘Biblical Accounts of the Physical Resurrection of Jesus Are Completely Accurate'

Majority of Americans Believe ‘Biblical Accounts of the Physical Resurrection of Jesus Are Completely Accurate'

According to a new Lifeway Research survey, 66 percent of Americans said, “Biblical accounts of the physical resurrection of Jesus are completely accurate.” Conversely, 23 percent disagreed, and 11 percent were unsure. 

The survey also found that, for the first time, 51 percent of Americans said the Bible is “100 percent accurate in all it teaches,” with 62 percent holding to God’s Word as their most authoritative source.

What Jesus Did Not Do on 'Silent Wednesday'

What Jesus Did Not Do on 'Silent Wednesday'

Here is what our Savior did not do today: he did not flee the city and the horrors that awaited him there. If he left this morning, he could have walked eastward across the Jordan River into Perea and been out of the Jerusalem authorities’ jurisdiction by nightfall.

But Jesus knew that he was the “Lamb slain from the foundation of the world” (Revelation 13:8 NKJV). He knew that his upcoming death at the hands of the Romans was his Father’s plan before time began.

3,000-Year-Old Pottery Supports Biblical Story of Queen of Sheba, Solomon: Researcher

3,000-Year-Old Pottery Supports Biblical Story of Queen of Sheba, Solomon: Researcher

New research in Israel on a 3,000-year-old clay jug supports the biblical story of Solomon receiving a visit from the Queen of Sheba because it suggests the two kingdoms already had a relationship, according to the archaeologist who studied it.

Getting God's Word into the Hands, Hearts, and Homes of Kids around the World

Getting God's Word into the Hands, Hearts, and Homes of Kids around the World

David C Cook’s president, Rick Rekedal, says a new focus on strengthening and expanding The Action Bible franchise is in the works.

The Action Bible is the best-selling comic book adaptation of the Bible because it does such a great job at bringing the stories of the Bible to life in a way that feels approachable and relatable. The illustrations from Sergio Cariello and the fast-paced storytelling are deeply engaging,” said Rekedal. “But beyond the core title, there are now numerous editions that help introduce these stories to kids from all walks of life, which we are in the process of updating into a broad new program. God’s Word is timeless and universal. We have an opportunity to help meet kids right where they are and invite them into a life-changing relationship with Him.”

What Cost Would You Pay to Make Your Faith Public?

What Cost Would You Pay to Make Your Faith Public?

The Easter season is a great time to discuss the meaning of Jesus’ resurrection and to invite friends to Easter services. So, here’s a thought experiment: What cost would you pay to make your faith public?