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Faith on the field All Star anchored in Christ Adam Wainwright still competes fiercely on the diamond, but now Wainwright has a different attitude when it comes to attending church and hearing the Bible preached. He grew up in a single-parent home in Brunswick, Ga., where his mom made sure he went to church every Sunday. He heard the Word of God preached year after year, but it didn't sink in.
"I hated going to church," he said. "I didn't let anybody know that, but it was the most boring thing in the world to me." FULL STORY
Photo:Adam Wainwright, a member of the National League All Star team, has learned that Jesus will "love us the same" win or lose. Photo by by bk1bennett
Nowhere to hide: A Muslim woman's story Amani Mustafa is a former Muslim who fled oppression in Egypt only to experience further abuse in America, where she thought she would be safe. FULL STORY Congressman says U.S. is promoting abortion in Kenya The Obama administration has illegally expended USAID funds in Kenya in support of a proposed constitution that, if approved Aug. 4, will expand the practice of abortion in the African nation. FULL STORY Court upholds 'In God We Trust' phrase on money A federal appeals court has ruled against a lawsuit to remove "In God We Trust" from U.S. currency, dismissing claims that the phrase was unconstitutional. FULL STORY Coalition says Justice Department legal defense of Day of Prayer inadequate A coalition of legal and pro-family groups says the Obama Justice Department is putting forward an inadequate legal defense of the National Day of Prayer, and they are asking a circuit court to allow them to participate in oral arguments. FULL STORY
Rick Warren recovering from serious eye burns Toxic sap culprit in home gardening accident Bestselling author Pastor Rick Warren is recovering at home after a gardening accident caused serious burns—and pain—to his eyes. FULL STORY
Vacation survey finds Americans ditch smartphones; favor prayer More vacation travelers are inclined to do away with their smartphones than prayer, according to a new survey commissioned by SpringHill Suites, an international lodging chain operated by Marriott. FULL STORY
Iranians in Europe are converting to Christianity Forty Iranian converts to Christianity were recently baptized together in an unprecedented ceremony in Hanover. FULL STORY
Restoration work under way for house of MAF Martyr Nate Saint
Sixty two years after missionary Nate Saint built a 4,000-square-foot home and ministry alcove in the eastern Andean foothills, a team of workers is restoring the building for use as an office and training center. FULL STORY
Airport chaplains are reminders of God SA British Airways agent prayerfully sits listening to Christian music. Before her, a wooden cross hangs on the wall. Soon, a police officer walks in, Bible in hand. He selects a corner, sits and reads from the Book. FULL STORY
Lighter yolk Golf caddy finds rewarding job not on the greens, but as link to Kingdom work
For nearly two decades Mike Sturgill lugged a heavy load of clubs, golf balls for the country’s elite golfers. Years earlier, he wobbled under the unrelenting chains of drug addiction. FULL STORY
Invisible Children worker killed in terrorist attack An aid worker with San Diego-based Invisible Children is the only American believed to have been killed during a terrorist attack on a field filled with spectators watching the championship match for the World Cup. FULL STORY
Cultural News…
Mark Stuart and Will McGinniss
MUSIC UPDATES Artist headliners set for David Crowder’s Worship Conference David Crowder Band will present the first ever “Crowder’s Fantastical Church Music Conference” this fall, with a lineup that includes Louie Giglio, Rob Bell, Matt Redman, Francis Chan, Matt Maher, Jars of Clay, Leeland, Gungor, Francis Chan and Derek Webb. The event will take place Sept. 30 through Oct. 2 in Crowder’s hometown of Waco, Texas. MORE MUSIC NEWS cont.
Suicide prevention resources offered as part of ‘To Save a Life’ week “To Save a Live,” a groundbreaking Christian-themed film which has impacted more than 600,000 people since its January release, will widen its reach in September with a series of resources. FULL STORY
Two Christians play dead to survive attack in India Two evangelists said they survived an attack in Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh by playing dead when suspected Hindu extremists on July 20 surrounded them and severely beat them. FULL STORY
Brothers accused of ‘blasphemy’ slain in Pakistan Two Pakistani brothers accused of "blaspheming" Islam's prophet Muhammad were gunned down by suspected Islamic extremists in Faisalabad, the country's third-largest city. FULL STORY
Christians’ skulls, bones used for Buddhist ritual The ambiguity in Bhutan over the status of Christians has brought new difficulties to the area. A national daily recently reported that graves of Christians had been exhumed and the skulls and thigh bones extracted for a Buddhist ritual. FULL STORY
Inside Israel…
Archaeologists unveil oldest writing in Jerusalem Hebrew University archaeologists unearthed a tiny clay fragment etched with the oldest writing ever discovered in Jerusalem. FULL STORY
Perspective…
Charles W. Colson — Prison Fellowship Redefining the first freedom: More than worship For some time now, I’ve been warning you about the various threats to religious freedom. We’ve talked about the gay-rights movement, which insidiously insists that religious believers and organizations bow before the altar of sexual freedom. We’ve talked about the so-called health care reform bill, which does not protect the freedom of conscience of medical practitioners. FULL COMMENTARY
Mark Larson — Radio and television personality Storytelling an age-old tradition with modern implications Don’t you just love a good story? Whether it’s hearing a friend or family member sharing something meaningful or getting deeper perspective on the news, storytelling has such impact. In today’s culture, however, there seems to be little time to sit down, relax and absorb a detailed account. FULL COMMENTARY
Rusty Wright — Author and lecturer and Meg Korpi — Senior research scientist Hilarious high school bloopers? A while back, a friend e-mailed me a list of “Worst analogies written by high school students.” I began using them when presenting at writers and editors conferences. They were genuine side splitters, an English teacher’s nightmare. FULL COMMENTARY
Oprah's Gospel
Entertainment mogul preaches ‘many paths’ to God One of the most controversial aspects of her cultural influence derives from the emphasis she places on religion... Read story.
Fox News Video Teacher or Preacher? Is Oprah using her TV show as a pulpit for her gospel?
