Iranian Christian refugees deported from US granted extension in Panama
Eleven Iranian Christian converts who were deported from the United States earlier this year, including 27-year-old Artemis Ghasemzadeh, have reportedly received a six-month extension to remain in Panama on humanitarian visas. @ChristianPost_com
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Jennifer Lyell, notable SBC abuse survivor, dies at 47
Jennifer Lyell, a former Lifeway Christian Resources executive and abuse survivor who played a key role in the Southern Baptist Convention's response to sexual abuse allegations, has died at age 47. @ChristianPost_com
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Only a quarter of Catholic, Mainline pastors ‘definitely’ believe Adam and Eve existed
Just one in four Catholic priests and Mainline Protestant pastors in the United States say they're certain that Adam and Eve were real people. @ChristianPost_com
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5 things to know about LA immigration protests, Trump deploying National Guard, Marines
Thousands took to the streets of Los Angeles over the weekend to protest immigration authorities' arresting over 40 illegal immigrants in the city, prompting President Donald Trump to deploy the National Guard and U.S. Marines after demonstrators attacked police officers and burned vehicles. @ChristianPost_com
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I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing. -John 15:5 NIV

Long-awaited study finds puberty blockers have little impact on mental health of trans-identified youth
The use of puberty-blocking drugs has no statistically significant positive impact on the depression rates of trans-identified youth struggling with gender dysphoria, according to a long-awaited study led by a leading proponent of so-called "gender-affirming care." @ChristianPost_com
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SBC pastor introduces motion to abolish ERLC
A motion to abolish the Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission was introduced at the SBC Annual Meeting in Dallas, Texas, amid debate over the future of the convention's policy arm.  @ChristianPost_com
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SBC reelects Pressley after challenge from 'Evangelical troublemaker' Protestia publisher
Southern Baptist Convention President Clint Pressley has been reelected to a second term in office, defeating a last-minute challenge from Protestia publisher David Morrill. @ChristianPost_com
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Michael Tait confesses to cocaine use, inappropriate conduct with men
Michael Tait, the former lead singer of Christian rock band Newsboys and member of Grammy-winning group DC Talk, publicly confessed Tuesday to a history of “reckless and destructive behavior,” including drug and alcohol abuse and unwanted sexual conduct involving men. @ChristianPost_com
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Pro-life debate at SBC centers on political, theological arguments to criminalizing abortion
Should women and the men who assist them face criminal charges for getting an abortion? That question took center stage this week on the sidelines of the Southern Baptist Convention's Annual Meeting in Dallas. @ChristianPost_com
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SBC passes resolutions calling for bans on gay marriage, pornography, abortion pills
The Southern Baptist Convention has overwhelmingly passed resolutions calling for bans on same-sex marriage, pornography, and the abortion pill. @ChristianPost_com
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SBC votes against Willy Rice's motion to abolish the ERLC
The Southern Baptist Convention has voted against a proposal to abolish the Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission amid criticisms over advocacy efforts and leadership.  @ChristianPost_com
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Love each other deeply with all your heart.

SBC motion to ban female pastors fails with over 60% support
The Southern Baptist Convention failed to pass a motion to prohibit member churches from employing women in any pastor role, a similar measure to the Law Amendment that was narrowly defeated last year. @ChristianPost_com
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Christian share of global population shrinks despite remaining largest religious group study
A new Pew Research Center report shows that although Christianity continues to be the world’s largest religious group, its share of the rising global population has fallen over the last decade, mainly due to people walking away from the faith. @ChristianPost_com
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'Distraught' Christian leaders offer condolences as Air India crash kills over 200
Christian leaders have offered condolences and are vowing to help the families of victims impacted by the Air India crash that has left more than 200 people dead.  @ChristianPost_com
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O Lord, I give my life to you. -Psalm 25:1 NLT

Pastors faring worse than US adults in relationships, well-being but most don’t get help study
Despite faring worse than practicing Christians and U.S. adults in general in their relationships, physical, emotional and mental health, most pastors don't get professional support. A majority of them also appear to be unaware that these are the areas of their lives where they have the greatest need, according to a new report. @ChristianPost_com
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'Bible students should be paying close attention' Christian leaders react to Israel's attack on Iran
Christian and political leaders have reacted after the Israeli Air Force launched dozens of airstrikes on nuclear facilities in Iran, as mounting concerns about the possibility of prolonged hostilities between the two countries have prompted calls for prayer and diplomacy.  @ChristianPost_com
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Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. -Psalm 23:4 NIV

Trump's week in review Israel attacks Iran National Guard deployed senator removed by Secret Service
This week is the 20th full week of President Donald Trump's second term in office, and it wasn't short on significant breaking developments. 
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