So. Baptist Leader Urges Increased Support for International Missions
December 23, 2004
The largest evangelical denomination in the United States reported a record number of overseas baptisms last year, and its missions board is setting its sights even higher for the future in the ongoing effort to fulfill the Great Commission. Full Story...Christian Leaders: Christmas Constitutional, ACLU Threats Toothless
December 23, 2004
At a time when attempts to stifle faith in the public square have been stronger than ever, the head of a Christian teacher's group is encouraging public school administrators to stand tall against those who would like to censor religious expression during Christmastime. Full Story...
Top Stories of 2004: Pro-Lifers React After Disappointing California PABA Ruling
December 23, 2004
A spokesman for the American Life League says the callous testimony of some abortionists may have incensed a federal judge in a case filed to block the enforcement of the Partial Birth Abortion Ban Act, and pro-life forces are hoping this will improve the chances of a favorable ruling for life. Full Story...
Top Stories of 2004: Cloture Vote Fails, Marriage Amendment Stalls in Senate
December 23, 2004
On a 50-48 vote, the U.S. Senate has failed to overcome a Democratic filibuster and force a vote on the Federal Marriage Amendment. Senators John Kerry and John Edwards, both on the campaign trail, were the two senators not present for the vote; neither had planned to attend the procedural vote. Full Story...
Top Stories of 2004: FCC Says Network Violated Obscenity Law -- But Doesn't Deserve Fine
December 23, 2004
In a historic decision, the FCC has reversed itself, announcing that utterance of a vulgar expletive on an NBC broadcast more than a year ago did, in fact, violate federal prohibitions on indecency and profanity. The fact that no fine was imposed on the network, however, has brought mixed reaction from pro-family media watchdog groups -- and from t... Full Story...
Top Stories of 2004: UMC Acquits Lesbian Pastor; Divisive Result Garners Diverse Reaction
December 23, 2004
Conservative Methodists are using terms like "heartbroken" and "anarchy" to describe the shocking results of a church trial in Washington State over the weekend, in which a United Methodist pastor who openly admits that she is a practicing lesbian was found not guilty of violating church teachings. Full Story...
Biblical Virtues on the Comeback Trail, Says Author
December 23, 2004
How can one exhibit a Christian life today in a hostile society that has virtually made Christianity illegal? And can you even survive doing so? And what is the point of being moral? Full Story...
Top Stories of 2004: Pro-Lifers, Pro-Family Groups Hail FDA Decision Rejecting OTC Morning-After Pill
December 22, 2004
Pro-family groups are praising the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for its refusal to approve the emergency contraception product known as Plan B or "the morning-after pill" for sale over the counter. Full Story...
Fla. Senator Wants to Lift Religious Entity Funding Ban
December 22, 2004
A Florida lawmaker wants the voters to decide whether government money can be used to aid religious institutions. Full Story...
Will Christian Resistance Rally in the War on Christmas?
December 22, 2004
Officials at a Florida public school are being criticized for removing several Christmas songs from a holiday concert and replacing them with three traditional Hanukkah songs. Full Story...
Top Stories of 2004: Bush Backs Federal Marriage Amendment, Calls on Congress to Act 'Promptly'
December 22, 2004
In clear and concise terms, President Bush has made his position clear. This morning, during a speech at the White House, the president called on Congress to "promptly" pass legislation calling for a constitutional amendment defining marriage as the union of a man and a woman. The amendment would then need to be ratified by at least 38 of the 50 st... Full Story...
Top Stories of 2004: 'Passion' Impressive at Box Office, Incomparable in Depiction of Christ's Suffering
December 22, 2004
It appears Mel Gibson has another blockbuster hit to add to his impressive filmography. Only this time, the violence depicted in the film -- brutality that was foretold centuries earlier through God's prophet Isaiah -- was inflicted upon a man who willingly gave His life so that mankind could have the hope of eternity with God. Full Story...
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