Celebrating Armed Forces Day with Powerful Scripture Engagement Resources
On May 15, 2021, Armed Forces Day, we will honor the brave men and women who currently serve in the U.S. armed forces. Annually celebrated on the third Saturday in May, Armed Forces Day was instituted in 1949 by President Harry S. Truman as a joint celebration of all six branches of the Military: Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marine…
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Special Bible Exhibit Opens in Vatican City
Vatican City—As I write this from the Domus Sanctae Marthae, the residence where Pope Francis makes his home, I see the spire of St. Peter’s Basilica, the gold cross of Christ serving as a beacon of hope. Saint Peter’s Square is a short walk away. Pope Francis has just finished his Sunday morning address to thousands, who intersperse his talk…
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Following the Footsteps of Christ
Vatican City--“It was a September day when the loving face of God crossed my path and invited me to follow him.” Cardinal O’Malley quoted Pope Franics’ words at a special forum American Bible Society hosted to commemorate the first anniversary of his Pontificate. “His favorite painting is Caravaggio’s ‘The Calling of St. Matthew,’” continued Cardinal O’Malley, one of eight special…
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Leaving on a Jet Plane
Philadelphia—I’m sitting on the runway waiting to fly to Rome. I’m not looking forward to the near-nine hour flight, but I am excited about what comes after that. Because after that, I'll be going to Vatican City, staying at the Domus Sanctae Marthae—the hotel where Pope Francis lives—and eating in the cafeteria where Il Papa takes his meals. I am…
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How Much Bible is in the Film Noah?
So, it’s the question everyone’s asking: Will artistic interpretation trump biblical accuracy in Darren Aronofsky’s new film Noah? It’s a valid question. But maybe, just maybe, we could ask a better question: How can we interact with the story of Noah—as it’s presented on the big screen AND in the Bible? According to pre-release buzz, the film, set to debut…
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Plugged In: For Better or for Worse?
A new study by the Barna Group shows that Americans are tethered to their tablets, cell phones and laptops like never before. This reality has changed the way Americans view relationships, faith and work. The study, released March 11, shows that we experience life through a digital lens, sometimes for better and sometimes for worse. Here are a few top…
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After Fleeing Communist China, One Man Chose to Store His Treasure in Heaven
When Mr. Horner Chen was 31, China—his home country—went communist. His brother, a minister, was pushed into a bonfire while clutching his cherished Bible. This drove Mr. Chen to leave China to create a new family and a new life where he could continue to walk freely with our Lord and savior Jesus Christ. Today, Mr. Chen lives in Houston,…
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