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Lee Alum Smith Makes Top 10 on NBC’s “American Song Contest”

Lee Alum Smith Makes Top 10 on NBC’s “American Song Contest” ... »

The Spiritual Toll of American Consumerism

The Spiritual Toll of American Consumerism

“Am I my brother’s keeper?” With this casual question Cain shrugs off responsibility for the brother he’s killed (Gen. 4:8–9). He believed the answer to this rhetorical question was, “no” — the rest of the Scripture tries to convince us otherwise. It’s an important question for Christians in the West to consider because we t... »

American pastor imprisoned in Iran to go on trial next week

American pastor imprisoned in Iran to go on trial next week

An American pastor currently imprisoned in his native Iran because of his Christian faith will go on trial next week before a judge known for meting out harsh sentences. Saeed Abedini, will go before one of Iran’s most notorious “hanging judges” on Jan. 21 on charges of compromising national security. Court documents indicate that the charges are directly related to Abedini’s work starting a house... »

American Hindus To Celebrate a New Year

While the date of the Hindu New Year varies by region and custom, many Hindus celebrate in mid-April at home and in temples. According to a 2012 survey of Asian Americans, 85% of Asian American Hindus attend worship services at a temple at least a few ... »