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Ancient Seal of Old Testament King Hezekiah Uncovered in Jerusalem: 'This Is As Close As We Can Get to Touching Him'
Israeli archaeologists have deciphered a seal impression bearing the name of Old Testament King Hezekiah, who is widely regarded as one of the greatest kings of Judah.

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Ben Carson Reveals He Doesn't Believe Hell Is a Physical Place: 'I Cannot Imagine a Loving God Tormenting Somebody Forever'
Republican presidential candidate Ben Carson has revealed that he doesn't believe hell is a physical place, as he cannot imagine a loving God "tormenting somebody forever."

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'In Christ Alone' Hymn Writers to Include Freshly-Arranged Christmas Carol Addressing Christian Persecution To 'Joy - An Irish Christmas' Concert Tour
For the fourth year in a row, world-renowned modern hymn writers Keith and Kristyn Getty are bringing their popular holiday concert tour, "Joy - An Irish Christmas", to cities around the U.S. This time, however, their traditional set of Irish folk music, bluegrass and hymns will include one unlikely Christmas carol that addresses the persecution currently facing Christians worldwide.

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In Heartbreaking Journal Entry Penned Hours Before Her Murder, Amanda Blackburn Reveals Love for Jesus: 'You Work Everything Out for a Perfect Purpose'
Amanda Blackburn, the pregnant wife of Indiana pastor Davey Blackburn who was brutally murdered on Nov. 10, expressed her love for Jesus and shared her favorite hymn in a heartbreaking journal entry penned mere hours before her death.

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Satanic Temple to Erect 'Snaketivity' Display on Michigan Capitol Lawn to Protest Nativity Scene: 'Jesus Christ Isn't Afraid of Snake People'
The Satanic Temple of Detroit has announced it plans to re-erect its controversial Snaketivity display on the Michigan Capitol lawn in an attempt to counter a live Nativity scene planned by U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz's presidential campaign.

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Biopic ‘Hudson & Maria’ to Begin Filming in Malaysia This August, Recreating Iconic Missionary Faith Story
After 15 years of preparation, the historical biopic Hudson & Maria begins filming in Malaysia this August, telling the story of 19th-century missionaries who crossed cultural barriers to bring the Gospel to China.
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Pastor Ezra Jin Speaks Out for First Time Since Release: ‘I’m Free. Now Pray for China!’
Released after 266 days of detention, Pastor Ezra Jin uses his Wall Street Journal op-ed to thank international supporters, advocate for imprisoned church members, and call for religious freedom in China.
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Freed After 266 Days: Zion Church Pastor Ezra Jin Unexpectedly Released to Reunite with Family in US
Pastor Ezra Jin was unexpectedly released after 268 days of detention and flown to the U.S. for a family reunion, following high-level diplomatic negotiations between the U.S. and China.