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Israeli embassy car explodes in Delhi, two hurt: Police
AN Israeli embassy car blew up on Monday in New Delhi, injuring two persons. The cause of the explosion was not immediately known, according to police. News reports said the car, parked down the street from the Israeli embassy in central Delhi, was badly burnt.
Once an anti-Hindi agitator, now a Hindi-speaking preacher!
ONE of the greatest requirements of a missionary is language skills. If you are working as a cross-cultural missionary, without adequate language skills or at least a desire to learn a new language, it is hard or near impossible to communicate effectively.
Samaritan’s Purse Sudan Bible College bombed
TWO Heiban Bible College buildings in the Nuba Mountains of Sudan were destroyed last Wednesday when two bombs landed on the compound supported heavily by Samaritan's Purse.
4 reasons why Israel’s PR is ineffective
ISRAEL is one of the most creative and inventive countries I have visited or lived in. Arguably, their collective talent is equal to none and there are few reasons why Israel or Israelis should have to apologize or be embarrassed for anything. Except their PR!
Hurriyat leader Geelani decries ban on Kashmir pastors
BELEAGUERED Christians in the Kashmir valley received support from unexpected quarters when chairman of the All Party Hurriyat Conference Syed Ali Shah Geelani said he disapproved of the Shariah court’s judgment that banished four Christian pastors from J&K.
US wants UN action against Syria
US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton demanded UN action to stop spiraling violence in Syria. Efforts are under way to persuade Russia to agree on acting against Syria. Russia is reluctant to commit itself to be part of a combined effort against Syria.
Russia offers to mediate in Syria turmoil
EVEN as violence in Syria increased, Russia on Monday claimed that the Syrian authorities were prepared to hold talks in Moscow to end escalating violence. The opposition, however, refused to commit itself to talks unless President Bashar al-Assad quit.
Lessons of reconciliation Mohanlal-Azhikode feud teaches us
TWO days before Azhikode passed away at Amala Hospital in Thrissur, Kerala, Mohanlal visited the hospital and stood silently at the ailing writer’s bed. According to Malayala Manorama, the actor touched the writer’s feet and caressed his hands gently.
Sharia court orders expulsion of 5 Christians from Jammu & Kashmir
NASIR-ul-Islam, a deputy of grand Mufti Bashir-ud-din, told reporters that the Sharia court had found the pastors guilty of alluring Muslim youth in Kashmir to Christianity.
Hamas PM: We will never give up our claims on Jerusalem
HAMAS prime minister in Gaza said Sunday that the militant group will never give up its arms, its territory or its claims on Jerusalem on behalf of the Palestinians.
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Is Prosperity Gospel dangerous?
Also called "health and wealth gospel" or "name it and claim it," it emphasizes positive thinking, declarations, and giving to church as ways to receive these blessings. It is also known as the Word of Faith movement, and has both supporters and detractors.
