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No matter how chaotic, or fearful things may seem, there is always practical spiritual light to be seen and experienced.

The world is desperate for hope. That’s no surprise. Watching the news can make a person feel hopeless, and struggling with personal circumstances — especially in times of great suffering or grief — ...

Many Christians today believe that Jesus taught about the rapture in Matthew 24—a moment when believers will suddenly disappear and be taken to heaven, while unbelievers are left behind to face ...

The greatest gift God gave to us was Jesus’ death and resurrection to pay the penalty for our sins. His second greatest gift ...

The legendary actor, now celebrating 50 years in the business, opens up about his fraught relationship with Roseanne, bombing ...

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Here is a breakdown of every song that was featured in Tyler Perry's Netflix film 'Madea's Destination Wedding'.

Check out Taziki's Mediterranean Cafe's Anniversary Special, offering a $5 deal. Taziki's Mediterranean Cafe is located at 12704 Olive Boulevard and 1187 Colonnade Center ...

Jesus was asked what is the greatest commandment in the law. He replied, “Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind. This is the first and great ...

Introduction: When the Mob Becomes the Moral Compass. In classical democratic theory, majority rule confers political legitimacy, but what happens when it supplants ethical discernment? In Nagaland’s ...

After Wednesday's unveiling of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), as the platform of choice for the group of persons who formed a coalition with the main aim of ousting President Bola Ahmed Tinubu ...