Christian Doctors Struggle To Keep Their Faith

A Christian doctor has expressed his thoughts about the politics of doctors and Christianity.

The Korean doctor, Yang Chan Kyu, explained why there is difficulty for those in the medical profession to have faith in God.

In an interview with Christian Telegraph, Kyu, also the official representative of the World Christian Doctors Network (WCDN) explained that doctors yearn to believe in Christ, despite of the strain of science theories which reject the idea.

Although it is a struggle, the doctor voiced that: “Doctors are people with their own problems. It is harder for them to believe in God, but it is possible.”

The WCDN attempts to prove healings by gathering information from medical histories, Dr Kyu, a member of Daejeon Manmin Church revealed.

He urged that fellow doctors should have “open minds and be good listeners” in order to try and keep hold of their beliefs.

Concern For Christians Under New Egyptian Constitution

Egypt’s new constitution may bring darker days for our Christian brothers and sisters.

The constitution, widely representative of Islamists in the country has sparked worry in Egypt.

With the Christian community making up around 10 per cent of the Egyptian population, believers of Christ are extremely undermined.

According to Patheos.com, votes from the Christian community were very limited for the two-stage referendum, with as low as 7 per cent of votes cast in some areas.

It was reported that intimidation from the Islamic community- which takes up most of the African country- hindered people of other faiths from voting freely. Christian cities such as Assiut flocked with around 50,000 Egyptians supporting the constitution.

Now, with the approval of the pro-Islamic constitution, concern is rapidly growing for the rights and welfare for minority groups.

Piers Morgan: The Bible Is “Inherently Flawed”

Britain’s very own Piers Morgan, currently a host for CNN is under fire for his comments on the Bible and same-sex marriage.

In a conversation with Pastor Rick Warren on the Piers Morgan Tonight show, Morgan himself argued that the Bible needs to be amended to include gay marriages.

“Both the Bible and the Constitution were well intentioned but they are basically, inherently flawed. Hence, the need to amend it,” Morgan confidently expressed on the television program.

Since the show was aired earlier on this week, over 75,000 angry complaints were made by the American public according to Townhall.com reports.

Militant Group Attacks Churches In Nigeria

A Nigerian gang have struck again- this time attacking two churches in the North of the country.

The Islamic group, known as Boko Haram gunned down the churches early on Tuesday morning. It is reported that at least 6 Christians were slaughtered as a result.

This is yet another attack on the Christian community this year. Boko Haram have been carrying out massacres in Northern Nigeria in a bid to impose sharia law on the state.

A series of killings also took place on Christmas day in central and Northern Nigeria last year, where around 44 people died.

The state continues to grieve while these militants run riot in the country, targeting innocent Christians.

Pope Speaks Of Syria And China In Christmas Message

Pope Benedict XVI left the public with a heartfelt message during his annual Christmas address this morning.

The pope delivered the speech earlier today in St Peter’s Square in Rome.  He questioned whether people still have time for God in this technology driven generation, and appealed for the Church to be given “esteem” in the coming new year.

He asked that peace should be restored in Syria, which is “reaping innocent victims” in this tumultuous time.

The pontiff spoke of the tribulations in China, and urged that their government should respect religion. This comes after reports of the Chinese government’s harsh treatment of Catholics in the country.

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“The great moral question of our attitude towards the homeless, towards refugees and migrants, takes on a deeper dimension: do we really have room for God when he seeks to enter under our roof?”- Pope Benedict XVI

Will Christianity Soon Disappear From The Middle East?

A recent report has declared that Christianity is the religion that suffers the most in around the world.

The study, entitled Christianophia describes in length of how the Christian faith is oppressed, and how politicians and media in the Western world have been oblivious to the extent in which this occurs in places such as the Middle East.

Journalist Rupert Shortt, author of the piece reveals figures about the Middle East, stating that over the past century around a half and two-thirds of Christians have been killed or escaped.

Published in a press release by organisation Civitas, “Christianity is in serious danger of being wiped out in its biblical heartlands because of Islamic oppression”.

As cited by the Telegraph, the report claims that Christians are “socially disadvantaged, harassed or actively oppressed for their beliefs”.

Christians Urged To Pray For Nelson Mandela

Cape Town’s Anglican Archbishop has asked fellow Christians to pray for Nelson Mandela.

Mr Mandela, 94, was admitted into hospital on 8 December, and is receiving treatment for gallstones and a lung infection.

Archbishop Thabo Makgoba fasted for 3 days after Mandela was hospitalised; and is urging the Christian community to pray his health is restored.

While officials have said his condition has improved, it is likely that the former South African president will spend Christmas in hospital.

Archbishop Desmond Tutu has said that he is also praying for the Mandela family.

American Pastor Persecuted in Iran

It is now three months since American minister Rev. Saeed Abedini was imprisoned without any formal charges in his country of origin, Iran.

According to reports, the 32-year-old was arrested by Iranian forces, who pulled him off a bus, confiscated his passports and warned that Abedini had a penalty for his Christian work in the country.

Rev. Saeed’s family members are under house arrest, and his wife Naghmeh has received anonymous threats claiming she will never see her husband again.

The American Centre of Law and Justice is said to be providing support to the Abedini family in order to get him released.

The pastor converted to Christianity from Islam and is said to have regularly visited family and friends in Iran, as well as carrying out religious work in the Middle Eastern state.

 

 

Bible Is Bestseller On Norway’s Charts

Thought EL James’ Fifty Shades of Grey was popular? What about Justin Bieber’s autobiography?

In Norway, the Bible is what’s storming the top of the charts as bestseller.

The Norwegian translation of the Bible has sold 150,000 copies since its release 14 months ago.

Published on 19 October last year by the Norwegian Bible Society, the latest adaptation had the aid of major authors from Norway including Karl Ove Knausgard.

The success of this Holy book proves that not only erotic and entertainment novels can make a statement in society. The Bible is still important to the Christian community around the world.

Kim Walker-Smith Back After 5 Years

American singer-songwriter Kim Walker-Smith is set to release second album Still Believe after 5 years.

Kim Walker-Smith performing at Bethel Church (photo credit: worship24-7.com)

The upcoming album, out on 15 January 2013 was completely recorded with a live band, and even has musical contributions from her husband Skyler, who played percussion and guitar throughout.

The singer, signed to record label Jesus Culture released her first solo album Here Is My Song in 2008, and her song Where You Go I Go has received over three million views on Youtube.

Walker-Smith is best known by fans as a worship leader at Bethel Church in California.