Europe: Allah Takes over Churches, Synagogues
In Europe, the practice of Islam really is outstripping Christianity
A year ago, the Muslim French leader Dalil Boubakeur suggested turning empty churches into mosques. It is the first time in France that something similar happened to a synagogue. “History teaches us that these transformations are rarely innocent,” said Bertrand Dutheil de La Rochère, an assistant to Marine Le Pen, leader of the National Front... Continue Reading
Pro-Gay Group: Vulnerable Children Being ‘Recruited’ to Believe They Are Transgender
It is time that mental health and other professionals begin speaking out on this issue
“In many cases, these young people may be suffering from mental health problems such as anxiety or depression that leave them easy prey to the cult-like tactics of these online trans activists,” said the group of professionals. As a result of this situation, says the group, they are now ringing the alarm on medical transition... Continue Reading
Same-Sex Marriage Advocates Work To Oust Small-Town Judge
The Wyoming Supreme Court is being asked to dismiss a municipal court judge because of her biblical views about marriage; is it a religious litmus test for holding a judicial post?
In 2014, a judge overturned Wyoming’s marriage statute, allowing same-sex couples to get marriage licenses. A reporter asked Neely, the Pinedale municipal court judge and a part-time circuit court magistrate, if she was excited about performing gay weddings. In the opinion of the Wyoming Commission on Judicial Conduct and Ethics, Neely gave the wrong answer:... Continue Reading
Ten Things You Should Know about Generation Z
The demographics are breathtaking. And the signs are, to a large extent, hopeful.
“They will be the largest generation in history. Each of their birth years is already a large cohort. By the time 2020 concludes, this generation will include about 82 million people. They will supplant the Millennials who supplanted the Boomers as the largest generation.” I doubt the generational name will stick, but for now... Continue Reading
Is the Transgender Discussion Exposing Our Hypocrisy?
When it comes to gender and gender identity, biological determinism is being shown the door
“Are we now saying we choose to be heterosexual or homosexual? Previously we accepted a direct link between genes, biological, anatomy, and gender, but now we’re saying that link does not matter when it comes to gender. Perhaps this is fine, but for the sake of consistency, do we plan to say the same about... Continue Reading
Feds: All Public Schools Must Redefine Gender
Schools nationwide must change restroom and locker room policies or risk loss of federal funds
In a joint letter, the U.S. Departments of Justice and Education told every school district in the country that sex under Title IX is not defined by a student’s birth certificate but rather his or her gender identity. Under new school standards outlined in the letter, as soon as a parent or legal guardian claims... Continue Reading
Answering This Generation’s Question of Essential Identity
True self-knowledge can only be ascertained by looking to God
“At the heart of this issue and related ones is the fundamental question of identity. Repeatedly, when proponents of gay, lesbian, and transgender rights speak, they use the terminology of self-identification. This generation is trying to discover itself and, in the spirit of this postmodern age, looks within to find the answer.” Each news cycle... Continue Reading
Christian Baker Loses Appeal In Same-Sex Wedding Cake Case
Jack Philips and his attorneys evaluate legal options—including taking the case to the U.S. Supreme Court
ADF and Philips contend he did not discriminate based on sexual orientation but instead exercised his religious freedom by declining to use his artistic gifts to support an event that contradicts his faith. “Jack, who has happily served people of all backgrounds for years, simply exercised the long-cherished American freedom to decline to use his... Continue Reading
House Committee Moves To Sustain Ministries Serving The Military
The House Armed Services Committee passed an amendment April 27 to ensure faith-based ministries can continue to serve America’s men and women in uniform.
Nearly two years ago, President Barack Obama issued an executive order barring federal contractors from considering sexuality and gender identity when making hiring decisions….Once fully implemented, federally contracted groups cannot proceed unless they promise not to discriminate against prospective LGBT employees during their private hiring processes. For Christian ministries, hiring homosexual or transgender staff could... Continue Reading
Tennessee Adopts Protections For Christian Counselors
Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam is facing backlash from LGBT activists after signing a bill that protects Christian counselors who don’t want to advise people in same-sex relationships.
“No counselor or therapist providing counseling therapy services shall be required to counsel or serve a client as to goals, outcomes, or behaviors that conflict with the sincerely held principles of the counselor or therapist,” Senate Bill 1556 states. Sarah Kate Ellis, president of the LGBT activist organization GLAAD, claims the law will “target LGBT... Continue Reading
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