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What is the famous passage in First Peter that calls believers to be holy in all aspects of life?

Religion / Bible Trivia /

A) 1 Peter 1:1-12
B) 1 Peter 2:1-12
C) 1 Peter 3:1-12
D) 1 Peter 4:1-12

What is the famous passage in John that contains Jesus' declaration "I am the bread of life"?

Religion / Bible Trivia /

A) John 1:1-18
B) John 3:1-21
C) John 6:22-59
D) John 10:1-18

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Should states fund religious charter schools? What Americans said in new poll

Religion / Religious News /

A majority of Americans said they don’t think states should be required to provide funding for religious charter schools, according to a new poll.

Fifty-seven percent of U.S. adults said states can refuse to fund religious charter schools, while 43% said states are required to do so, according to a poll published this week by Marquette Law ...Read more

Can people truly pray for God to bless a godless gathering?

Religion / Billy Graham /

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: I attended an unusual Christmas party this past year and felt welcomed and comfortable. The meal was served and a beautiful prayer was spoken in the name of Christianity. The dinner was lovely but as the celebration continued, I was astounded to see the alcohol flow followed by God’s name taken in...Read more

What is the famous passage in Matthew that contains the parables of the kingdom of heaven?

Religion / Bible Trivia /

A) Matthew 5:1-16
B) Matthew 6:1-15
C) Matthew 7:1-12
D) Matthew 13:1-52

What is the famous event in Jonah that involves the Ninevites?

Religion / Bible Trivia /

A) Jonah running away from God
B) Jonah preaching to the Ninevites
C) Jonah building a boat
D) Jonah's death and resurrection

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After a decade of debate, Georgia now has a 'religious liberty' law

Religion / Religious News /

ATLANTA — Gov. Brian Kemp signed a “religious liberty” measure Friday, resolving a decade-long debate over a divisive measure that supporters say protects faith-based beliefs from government overreach and critics decry as a license to discriminate.

The Republican inked the bill at a brief signing ceremony at the state Capitol as lawmakers...Read more

Are humans by nature carnal creatures?

Religion / Billy Graham /

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: Are humans by nature carnal creatures? – C.M.

A: All people by nature are selfish, for the Bible tells us that the “natural man” cannot understand the things of God because the natural man does not have the Spirit of God indwelling him. Our natural wisdom comes not from God but is earthly, ...Read more

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Philly clergy build an altar outside of ICE headquarters, demanding return of church protection from immigration arrests

Religion / Religious News /

PHILADELPHIA — Clergy from across Philadelphia erected an altar in front of ICE headquarters on Thursday, decorating it with fruit, flowers and crosses in a prayerful protest against the Trump administration’s decision to let agents make immigration arrests in churches.

The demonstration spilled off the sidewalk and onto Eighth Street in ...Read more

The God Squad: Marrying for love

Religion / God Squad /

In this season of sacred holidays for Judaism (Passover), Christianity (Easter), Islam (Ramadan) and Hinduism (Holi) it seems to me like a good time to face the challenges of interfaith dialogue on a deeply personal level.

What are we to do when the challenges of understanding the faith of our neighbor is not the result of some ...Read more

Why do many Christians come off as doomsday believers when they speak of the end of the world coming?

Religion / Billy Graham /

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: Why do many Christians come off as doomsday believers when they speak of the end of the world coming? While I don’t disagree that the world is in absolute chaos, isn’t this a negative way to present religion? – D.D.

A: The Bible tells us that the state of the world will grow darker as we near...Read more

What is the main theme of the First Corinthians?

Religion / Bible Trivia /

A) Repentance and forgiveness
B) God's justice and righteousness
C) Unity, holiness, and spiritual maturity in the church
D) The establishment of the kingdom of God

Who were the two sons of Adam and Eve?

Religion / Bible Trivia /

A) Cain and Abel
B) Jacob and Esau
C) Isaac and Ishmael
D) David and Solomon

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Republicans push divisive 'religious liberty' bill through Georgia Legislature

Religion / Religious News /

ATLANTA — After a decade of fierce debate, Georgia approved one of the most divisive bills in recent state history by passing a “religious liberty” measure that supporters say protects faith-based beliefs from government overreach and critics decry as a license to discriminate.

Republicans muscled the initiative through the Georgia House ...Read more

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Va. General Assembly grounded to halt in apparent conflict over judicial nominee's religion

Religion / Religious News /

RICHMOND, Va. — The General Assembly started about two hours late at its reconvened session Wednesday because of an apparent discord over a judicial nomination for a Virginia Beach court.

The drama started when the confirmations, expected to be passed in both chambers quickly, ground to a halt, apparently over conflict surrounding Aaron Kass,...Read more

What is the true meaning of Easter?

Religion / Billy Graham /

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: Largely the world recognizes the Easter holiday but few understand its significance. My neighbor says that Easter is about forgiveness of sin but my co-worker says it is all about God’s love. Which is it? – E.S.

A: Christ died for one reason – because of God’s hatred of sin and His deep ...Read more

What is the famous passage in First Corinthians that addresses the proper use of spiritual gifts in the church?

Religion / Bible Trivia /

A) 1 Corinthians 3:1-9
B) 1 Corinthians 11:17-34
C) 1 Corinthians 12:1-31
D) 1 Corinthians 15:1-11

What is the primary author of the Book of Isaiah?

Religion / Bible Trivia /

A) Isaiah
B) Jeremiah
C) Ezekiel
D) Daniel

 

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