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Who is the author of the Book of Habakkuk?

Religion / Bible Trivia /

A) Habakkuk
B) Nahum
C) Micah
D) Obadiah

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Muslim community on edge over ICE as Ramadan begins with evening gatherings

Religion / Religious News /

DETROIT — As southeast Michigan's Muslim community prepares to fast and pray during the holy month of Ramadan, they're also being warned.

Reports of increased enforcement and detainments by the federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) that have led to bloodshed in Minnesota have some Muslims in Michigan concerned about gathering with...Read more

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Pastor at Western KY church accused of having sexual relationship with a minor

Religion / Religious News /

LEXINGTON, Ky. — A pastor at a Western Kentucky church has been arrested for allegedly having a sexual relationship with a minor, Kentucky State Police announced Monday.

David Rodgers, 40, of Utica, was arrested around 7:35 p.m. Feb. 16 after an investigation determined he had a sexual relationship with a juvenile “through a position of ...Read more

Red Fire Flames of Hell against a black background. Dreamstime/TCA

Is it OK to view Jesus as a cultural icon?

Religion / Billy Graham /

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: I hang around a pretty cool group of guys in the music industry who rap about Jesus being cool and doing awesome things for people. It has helped people to accept Jesus as a more relevant figure, showing tolerance for different lifestyles, demonstrating unconditional love rather than judgment (which...Read more

What phrase does the author repeat throughout Ecclesiastes?

Religion / Bible Trivia /

A) "All is vanity"
B) "The Lord is my shepherd"
C) "Love your neighbor as yourself"
D) "Do unto others as you would have them do unto you"

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Lunar New Year, Fat Tuesday, Ramadan and Lent occur around the same time this year

Religion / Religious News /

This Tuesday and Wednesday, four holidays from different cultures and religions overlap in a rare calendar year.

The celebrations of Fat Tuesday (Mardi Gras) and Lunar New Year both occur on Tuesday, Feb. 17. This won’t happen again until Feb. 13, 2029, according to the websites chinahighlights.com and mardigrasneworleans.com.

Ramadan is ...Read more

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How can I protect myself from the blatantly liberal teachings of Scripture?

Religion / Billy Graham /

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: It sure is hard getting through divinity classes at an Ivy League university, but what can I do? I got an unbelievable scholarship, and having a degree from higher education such as this could open all kinds of doors for me when I enter the workforce. How can I protect myself from the blatantly ...Read more

What is the famous passage in Lamentations that describes the destruction of Jerusalem?

Religion / Bible Trivia /

A) Lamentations 1:1-5
B) Lamentations 2:1-10
C) Lamentations 3:1-9
D) Lamentations 4:1-2

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Pa. Gov. Shapiro's clergy abuse investigation boosted his reputation. Years later, some survivors feel he abandoned them

Religion / Religious News /

Sitting onstage in an echoey historic synagogue, next to a U.S. senator and a cardboard cutout of his newly released memoir, Gov. Josh Shapiro reflected on the Pennsylvanians who give him hope.

As he had in other stops on his book tour up and down the East Coast, Shapiro often referred to his book’s title, Where We Keep The Light, and the ...Read more

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Is the tomb of Jesus Christ considered one of the wonders of the world?

Religion / Billy Graham /

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: Is the tomb of Jesus Christ considered one of the wonders of the world? – N.H.

A: We can say with certainty that wherever Jesus was buried for three days, He is not there today, for He has risen! The wonder of wonders is that Christ is alive and He reigns in the hearts of men, women, and children...Read more

What is the famous passage in Ephesians that instructs believers to submit to one another out of reverence for Christ?

Religion / Bible Trivia /

A) Ephesians 3:14-21
B) Ephesians 4:1-16
C) Ephesians 5:1-21
D) Ephesians 6:1-9

Who did Jacob wrestle with all night?

Religion / Bible Trivia /

A) His brother Esau
B) An angel
C) King David
D) God

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Are there choice Bible verses that I could give my patients to put their thoughts on God?

Religion / Billy Graham /

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: As a doctor who has been in practice for more than 10 years, I see patients who are physically fit. And while I would not diagnose them as having emotional problems, they are consumed with the potential of having health challenges. Fortunately, I work in a small clinic owned by Christian physicians....Read more

What is the famous passage in Luke that contains the parable of the prodigal son?

Religion / Bible Trivia /

A) Luke 4:14-30
B) Luke 10:25-37
C) Luke 15:11-32
D) Luke 22:39-46

Arabic Ramadan lantern on desert dunes. Dreamstime/TCA

The God Squad: Ramadan mubarak!

Religion / God Squad /

The Umma, which is the Arabic word for the worldwide community of 2 billion Muslims, will celebrate the sacred month of Ramadan beginning at sunset on Wednesday, Feb. 18. Coincidentally that day is also Ash Wednesday for Christians and the beginning of the Chinese lunar new year...Read more

 

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