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The Diocese of Camden, NJ, said it will help pay $180 million to resolve clergy sex-abuse claims
PHILADELPHIA — The Diocese of Camden has agreed to help pay $180 million to more than 300 people who said they were sexually abused by clergy members, the diocese and lawyers for the survivors announced Tuesday.
If the arrangement is approved by a federal judge, it would represent one of the largest sex-abuse settlements involving the Roman ...Read more
Is competition a sincere motive to help people?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: My church is having a contest, and several of my friends are in a competition to see how many awards they can win by doing volunteer work. The key is not to do the same thing each time. It’s been sad to watch as people so appreciative of the help ask if the person will come back to visit them. My ...Read more
What is the famous passage in Second Thessalonians that addresses the return of Christ and the day of the Lord?
A) 2 Thessalonians 1:1-12
B) 2 Thessalonians 2:1-12
C) 2 Thessalonians 3:1-18
D) 2 Thessalonians 4:1-12
Who is the author of the Book of Habakkuk?
A) Habakkuk
B) Nahum
C) Micah
D) Obadiah
Muslim community on edge over ICE as Ramadan begins with evening gatherings
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
Pastor at Western KY church accused of having sexual relationship with a minor
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
Is it OK to view Jesus as a cultural icon?
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?
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"
Lunar New Year, Fat Tuesday, Ramadan and Lent occur around the same time this year
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
How can I protect myself from the blatantly liberal teachings of Scripture?
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?
A) Lamentations 1:1-5
B) Lamentations 2:1-10
C) Lamentations 3:1-9
D) Lamentations 4:1-2
What was the name of the prophet who succeeded Elijah and performed many miracles?
A) Isaiah
B) Amos
C) Elisha
D) Hosea
What is the famous passage in Hebrews that portrays faith heroes such as Abraham, Moses, and Rahab, who demonstrated their faith in God?
A) Hebrews 3:1-6
B) Hebrews 4:12-13
C) Hebrews 10:19-25
D) Hebrews 11:1-3
What was the name of the bronze snake that Moses made to heal the Israelites from snake bites?
A) Leviathan
B) Behemoth
C) Seraph
D) Nehushtan
Pa. Gov. Shapiro's clergy abuse investigation boosted his reputation. Years later, some survivors feel he abandoned them
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
Is the tomb of Jesus Christ considered one of the wonders of the world?
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?
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?
A) His brother Esau
B) An angel
C) King David
D) God
Are there choice Bible verses that I could give my patients to put their thoughts on God?
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
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