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A recent study published by LifeWay Research has found that small churches that focus on sharing the Good News are most likely to retain converts. The Christian Post reports that the study, which surveyed 1,500 pastors of small evangelical churches, was conducted in partnership with the Billy Graham Center of Wheaton College and the... Continue Reading →
Two explosions rocked a chemical plant east of Houston early this morning. Residents in the area are being evacuated. Up to 30 percent of Harris County (the area that includes Houston) is flooded—an area equivalent to the combined square miles of New York City and Chicago. Meanwhile, a church in Houston has been in a storm of its own.... Continue Reading →
Victims of Hurricane Harvey who were housed in the Lone Star Convention and Expo Center just north of Houston broke out into a spontaneous time of worship. According to RelevantMagazine.com, the worship session was begun by local woman Victoria White who led the singing of gospel songs with her strong and soulful voice. The video... Continue Reading →
https://youtu.be/Sh1Aj8tGwfE More than 40 people have been arrested for looting in Houston and surrounding areas by mid-day Wednesday, officials with the Harris County District Attorney’s Office said. Multiple accounts of alleged looting as far north as Kingwood and as far south to Texas City were reported by law enforcement and citizens on social media. Harris... Continue Reading →
https://youtu.be/Kq21m-0vEmA Boz Tchividjian, grandson of the Rev. Billy Graham and an activist who speaks out against sexual abuse in churches, has opened up about some of the horror stories victims have shared with him. "My focus is on the church because that's where I grew up, that's where I've seen some of the horrors.... Continue Reading →
A bipartisan group of over 250 Christian scholars have endorsed an open letter condemning white supremacy and have called on all religious and political leaders to do the same. In response to the violence that occurred between white supremacist protesters and counter-protesters in Charlottesville, Virginia, earlier this month, Baylor University History Professor Thomas Kidd and... Continue Reading →
Lecrae just wrapped up a Facebook Live video where he not only answered fans’ questions but he also revealed the release date, tracklist, and preorder for the album in addition to the artwork. Previously the only hint was September, but now the exact release date is September 22. TRACKLIST: 1. Always Knew 2. Facts 3.... Continue Reading →
https://youtu.be/oEp3M4hnZiE The number of homes and businesses damaged by Harvey could be in the thousands, including the CBS Houston affiliate KHOU. Water gushed into the first floor and the studio in the middle of Sunday's live broadcast. Employees were forced to evacuate, but one reporter stayed on air. Thanks to being in the right place... Continue Reading →
https://youtu.be/k79uln_rwX8 Kevin Hart was at the MTV VMA‘s last night, but said when he heard about what happened in Houston he was emotionally affected and felt compelled to help. He sent our a message calling it the Hurricane Harvey Relief Challenge, and tagged Dwayne Johnson, Beyonce, Chris Rock, Justin Timberlake. https://www.instagram.com/p/BYUKlyPj9Fw/?taken-by=kevinhart4real SPMG MEDIA - SUBSCRIBE TODAY!
Bishop Charles E. Blake and gospel powerhouse Pastor Shirley Caesar are headed to D.C. next month to headline the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s Annual Legislative Conference Prayer Breakfast. Celebrating faith, freedom and resilience, this year’s event will introduce a creative worship experience with liturgical dancers Stacy J. & Unified Praise from Houston, Texas and will also feature a performance by... Continue Reading →
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