U.S./global pulpit urgency, persecution, end-times, Gen Z, Jacksonville baptism tub controversy
Key Questions
What does the Open Doors Canada video highlight?
The video covers Christian persecution in China, Kazakhstan, and Iran, underscoring global challenges and the need for pulpit urgency amid end-times themes.
What ethics issue arose in Jacksonville regarding baptisms?
Firefighters filled a baptism tub outside a mayoral candidate's shop, prompting debate over church-state separation and public resource use.
How are churches responding to Sen. Lindsey Graham's death?
Local South Carolina churches are praying for his family, with a pastor sharing a personal testimony about Graham's baptism and faith journey.
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