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An increasing amount of young Christian women are facing the risk of being kidnapped and killed by extremist in Egypt. However, the problem has been almost entirely avoided by both the local and international government, leaving Christians helpless and afraid.

South Korean authorities reveal that hundreds of text messages allegedly sent by missing students aboard a sunken ferry to family members were faked, devastating family members.

Text messages sent from passengers moments before a ferry sunk off the coast of South Korea reveal the magnitude of the harrowing situation occurring within the boat

The Syrian civil war is going into its fourth year, and the persecution of Syrian Christians runs rampant. Hanna, a believer in Damascus, Syria, says that while Christians in Syria cling to the promise of God's goodness and pray fervently for deliverance, it "seems like there is no end to all this misery."

One year after his son's suicide, Pastor Rick Warren stated that he will deliver a highly personal sermon this week focusing on the Easter message. He says that the answer to even the most devastating questions in life are found in the Easter story.

Doug Phillips, former president of Vision Forum Ministries, is once again being sued by his former employee for using her as a "personal sex object" over the course of several years. This is the latest development in a long and disconcerting scandal involving Phillips.

This Holy Season, Christians reflect on Jesus' life and death and what His resurrection means for those who believe in Him.

The producers of Christian drama "Heaven is for Real" hope that the film uplifts and challenges both Christian and non-Christian audiences and opens doors for further faith-based movie productions.

A statue titled "Jesus the Homeless" has raised mixed emotions in the upscale community of Davidson, North Carolina. While some view the sculpture as "demeaning to the community," others believe it is a refreshingly accurate depiction of the humanity of Christ.

Christian organizations and pastors are taking to social media to respond to Honey Maid's controversial pro-gay ads. While some say they will boycott the company, others fear for the traditional family and urge Christians to pray for Nabisco.

Non-profit organization Just Pray NO! has announced it will host a weekend of fasting and prayer to fight against the worldwide epidemic of drug abuse. President and founder Steven Sherman says he believes prayer is the strongest defense against addiction and asks that Christians around the world join him in fighting this "spiritual battle."

After a private meeting with four women who were forced into prostitution, Pope Francis declared to a conference that sex trafficking is a "crime against humanity." The conference was held to unite church leaders and police officers together from around the country to fight sex trafficking.

Focus on the Family's yet to be released film "Irreplaceable" has received an overwhelming amount of negative press, including boycotts and threats of protests. Jim Daly asks Christians to pray for protesters and says he hopes the Holy Spirit will work through the film.

Mickey Rooney, a born-again Christian, has died at 93. The legendary actor credited God for his success, urging Americans to "Go with God."

Five members of the Baylor Bear’s basketball team were baptized by the team’s Chaplain. Coach Scott Drew rejoices that “this is the year God has given the increase.”

James Franco reportedly playing former gay advocate turned Christian Michael Glatze in a new Gus Van Sant movie

Nearly two months after the Seattle Seahawks’ Superbowl win, quarterback Russell Wilson continues to spread the gospel through interviews and social media.

Brian Fischer of the American Family Association called hit TV show “Modern Family” “poisonous” and “harmful to our culture” for its positive portrayal of homosexual relationships