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Important Developments in the Church and the World
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Christian Agencies Fight for Migrant Kids’ Right to Play
Bethany Christian Services pledges to keep recreation and education offerings for unaccompanied minors in its care, even if federal funding goes away. - Jun 10,
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Report: How Southern Baptists Failed to Care About Abuse
SBC releases abuse study—condemning past practices and recommending new protections—ahead of the annual meeting in Birmingham. - Jun 3,
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David Platt Asks God to Grant Trump ‘All the Grace He Needs to Govern’
The “radical” pastor prayed for the president during an unannounced stop at his suburban DC megachurch. - May 31,
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Franklin Graham Declared a Day of Prayer for President Trump. Christian Leaders Weigh In.
How is the church meant to heed Paul’s directive to pray for “those in authority”?
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One-on-One with John Johnson on Global Leadership“Listening to global voices is important. However, listening to the divine voice is the most important factor in developing a healthy approach to leadership.”(The Exchange)
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Some Christians Are Turning Over a New Leaf with CBD OilThose using the hemp-based product often find relief amid a lack of understanding and regulation.
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