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Rediscovering a Dangerous God

The newly-released book Yawning at Tigers by Drew Dyck (Thomas Nelson Publishers) reaffirms a reverence for God and explores the topic of holiness in particular. Dyck, managing editor of Christianity Today’s Leadership Journal, recently explained some of the inspiration for the new release to White Wing Messenger Managing Editor DeWayne Hamby. This is a serious …

Update and Urgent Appeal for Washington

On Saturday, March 22, a deadly mudslide hit the town of Oso, Washington. Today we received the following update from Bishop Don Knoblich, Regional Overseer for Washington and Alaska. Please continue to pray for this community and consider a contribution as the church ministers to those affected. Dear Church Family: First, I want to say …

‘Left Behind’ Reboot Coming Oct. 3

Following a busy year of faith-based feature films such as Son of God, God’s Not Dead, Heaven Is For Real and Noah, one of the biggest Christian series of all time is re-launching with an Academy-award winning action star in the lead. Nicolas Cage (National Treasure, Con Air, The Rock) stars as Rayford Steele in …

Kari Jobe: “We Serve a Mighty, Majestic God”

Worship artist Kari Jobe (“Revelation Song,” “Healer,” “Steady My Heart”) releases her new project, Majestic on March 25. The album was produced by Jeremy Edwardson (Jesus Culture, Kim Walker-Smith, Bethel Church) and recorded live in Jobe’s hometown of Dallas at the appropriately-titled Majestic Theater. She spoke to Managing Editor DeWayne Hamby about the new project and …

Evangelism on Rise with Younger Generation

A new generation of evangelists is rising up, according to a new study. A recent Barna research poll found Millennials (ages 18–29) are spending more time sharing their faith with others, rising from 56 percent to 65 percent in 2013. As evangelistic practices in all other generations have declined or remained the same, Millennials “are …

Church of God of Prophecy Receives Special Honor From PCCNA and World Vision For Relief Efforts

At the annual meeting of the Pentecostal and Charismatic Churches of North America (PCCNA) held in Cancun, Mexico, the Church of God of Prophecy (COGOP) was recognized for its “unprecedented” contributions to fighting malaria in Africa. Bishop Sam Clements, general presbyter for North America, and Bishop Paul Holt, executive director of finance and administration, were …

MovieGuide Awards, Honoring Faith-Based Entertainment, Airs on March 1

(Albuquerque, NM) Tuesday, February 18, 2014—The 22nd Annual Movieguide Faith & Values Awards will air on REELZ  Saturday, March 1, 2014 at 2pm ET/ 11am PT, with an additional broadcast on Oscar® Day, Sunday, March 2 at 2pm ET/ 11am PT. This year’s star-packed gala is hosted by actor-comedian, Bill Engvall, with appearances by Duck …