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The practice of yoga has gained popularity, even among Christians. While many Christians do yoga for its physical advantages, they should also consider its spiritual origins and consequences. This article addresses the scriptural warnings against idolatry, investigates whether Christians who practice yoga can still be deemed to be born again, and looks at God’s perspective…
Jesus Christ reigns supreme over all creation, and no one can reach God and Heaven except with His express permission. The concept of grace is at the heart of the Christian faith. Jesus Christ demonstrates the depth of God’s love and mercy by offering everyone the possibility of salvation and forgiveness. Jesus is not only…
Religious beliefs and practices shape the lives of billions of people worldwide. Among the major world religions—Catholicism, Islam, Buddhism, Hinduism, Hare Krishna, Shintoism, Mormonism, Seventh-day Adventism, and Jehovah’s Witnesses—there is a common theme of idolatry and deviation from biblical teachings. This article explores these religions, emphasizing their idolatrous practices and the need for salvation through…
Lahore, Pakistan: A Muslim factory owner in Pakistan on Thursday (June 6) tortured to death an 18-year-old Catholic worker for leaving the job against his wishes, family members said. Two months ago, Waqas Salamat started working at Haji Muhammad Saleem’s plastic bottle manufacturing facility in the Islampura neighborhood of Lahore. Salamat died when Saleem, his son…
The phenomenon of praying in tongues, also known as glossolalia, has long been a topic of discussion and sometimes contention within Christian communities. However, for those who believe that speaking in tongues is the primary language of communication between God and His faithful followers, it serves as a divine lifeline. According to this perspective, those…
In recent years, yoga has gained immense popularity worldwide, including among Christians who seek its purported benefits of relaxation, physical fitness, and mental clarity. This trend is not without its concerns. From a biblical perspective, practicing yoga poses significant spiritual risks. This article examines the critical differences between yoga and Christian meditation, highlighting how engaging…
In Surabaya, Indonesia: according to sources, Indonesian local authorities broke up a wedding ceremony on Sunday, June 30, and forbade the church from hosting more worship services there. At the GPdI site in Indonesia, the village head, Eko Budi Santoso, called off a wedding in Mergosari, Tarik District, Sidoarjo Regency, Java Island. Because a building…
LAHORE, Pakistan The May 25 Muslim mob attack that killed a Christian in Sargodha, Pakistan, was a “calculated assault, manipulated through religious fervor to gain maximum leverage,” according to a report by the Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP). The attack in Sargodha’s Mujahid Colony, Punjab Province, led to the death of Nazeer Masih Gill on June 3…
The Epistle to the Hebrews, particularly chapter 11, often called the “Faith Hall of Fame,” poignantly reminds us of the trials, tribulations, and unwavering faith of those who lived before and after Christ. This chapter describes the extent of the suffering that many people underwent as a result of their steadfast belief in God’s promises,…
We all experience rejection, and it can cause profound pain and confusion. However, in the Bible, rejection has a transforming power that shapes and refines those whom God has chosen to carry out His purposes. The Bible is replete with examples of individuals who faced rejection only to emerge as pivotal figures in God’s redemptive…