By Laurie Higgins
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07.01.15
The Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission of the Southern Baptist Convention just released a document titled “Here We Stand: An Evangelical Declaration on Marriage,” signed by scores of religious leaders. It is largely an excellent document that embodies an unequivocal,...
By David E. Smith
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06.30.15
Sexual Orientation Gender Identity (SOGI) lawsuits against individuals and ministries have increased in the past couple years, but with the recent U.S. Supreme Court decision on same-sex “marriage,” it is even more important that ministries take steps to evaluate and...
06.29.15
The decision of the U.S. Supreme Court to legalize same-sex marriage in all fifty states is not only a direct violation of Scripture, but is contrary to natural law. This decision will accelerate the disintegration of the family, the sexual confusion of our children, and our continuing descent into moral bankruptcy.
06.22.15
Tear down that cross and toss it in the wood chipper because the American church is toast. So goes conventional wisdom after recent revelations from the Pew Research Center, which found that in just seven years, the percentage of Christians in the United States dropped nearly eight points.
06.19.15
The political left has come up with a new buzzword: “micro-aggression.”
Christians are often asked by gay activists why they oppose same-sex “marriage.” “How does our marriage hurt you?” they ask.
Well, I can think of one significant way it will hurt us: It will destroy religious freedom and free speech...
06.16.15
A prominent pro-family organization has joined a widely respected evangelist in calling for Christians to close their Wells Fargo bank accounts.
06.14.15
The Southern Baptist Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission and Alliance Defending Freedom published legal guidance to help Christian groups prepare for the religious freedom challenges likely to result from sexual orientation and gender identity nondiscrimination ordinances...
By Monte Larrick
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06.11.15
The regular session of the Illinois General Assembly ended on May 31st, but with lawmakers at an impasse over the state budget, they could be meeting in overtime sessions well into the summer. Along with debate over a spending plan,...
06.11.15
Gay marriage is not primarily about gay marriage; it’s mainly about silencing gay consciences.
In the first century, Jesus was asked whether the Jewish people, who were under pagan, Roman occupation, should pay taxes to Caesar. The Lord, of course, said we are to render unto Caesar what is Caesar’s, and unto God what...
06.05.15
U.S. Senator Mike Lee, R-Utah, addressed concerns that faith-based schools and institutions would be at risk of losing their tax-exempt status for upholding their biblical belief of traditional marriage if the U.S. Supreme Court delivers a pro-gay marriage ruling this month.
06.01.15
Hatred of the Gospel is boiling over into the vilification of Christians. State violence won't be far behind, history teaches.
By David E. Smith
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06.01.15
The Illinois General Assembly adjourned yesterday afternoon, ending their regularly scheduled spring session. They did so, however, without finalizing a state budget or addressing the looming pension crisis. That means our lawmakers will be going back to Springfield for an...
By
Rev. Thorin Anderson
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05.29.15
An important lesson I learned early in my theological training was that I ought never violate my own conscience and I must never put pressure on others to violate theirs. To do so would be immoral and unethical. One’s conscience...
