LTRP Note: The following is posted for informational and research purposes. Since this article by The Federalist was released on 11/22/22, the “Respect of Marriage Act” has won full approval by Congress (House and Senate), and Reuters reported on 12/8/22 that President Biden is expected to soon sign it into law. Currently, this law is … [Read more…]
LTRP Note: The following is posted for informational and research purposes. By Michael FoustChristian Headlines California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a bill into law that he says protects transgender-identifying children but that critics say will allow the state to take custody of out-of-state minors whose parents oppose transgender treatments. At issue is S.B. 107, which … [Read more…]
Dear Lighthouse Trails: Your article about SBC adopting CRT was well-written and quite interesting. I hope you continue to talk about this and keep informing us of the vast changes going on in most of today’s denominations. Your comments about Calvinism overtaking SB churches is true, too. I’m a member of a Baptist church here … [Read more…]
Dear Lighthouse Trails: I read your article this morning; the possible block for mailing out this booklet to Canada should not be a surprise, but if anyone here in Canada who has a printer and would like to share this article with others would take the time to highlight the booklet as you have posted … [Read more…]
By Heather Clark Christian News Network OTTAWA — A bill has been introduced in the Canadian Parliament that would extend the country’s ban on “hate propaganda” to pertain to “gender identity.” Bill C-16 was introduced on the International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia by Minister of Justice Jody Wilson-Raybould. “This enactment amends the Canadian Human … [Read more…]
By Heather Clark Christian News Network WASHINGTON — The U.S. Supreme Court issued its monumental ruling on same-sex “marriage” on Friday, declaring that all 50 states must and are “required ” to legalize “gay marriage” under the U.S. Constitution. “The court now holds that same-sex couples may exercise the fundamental right to marry. No longer … [Read more…]
By Maria Kneas (From her newly released book, How to Prepare for Hard Times and Persecution | June 2015 | Lighthouse Trails) I was the first Christian in my family. Around 1982, Mom and Dad (who were in their mid-sixties) began reading the Bible. They became so excited they eagerly devoured it. Dad would come … [Read more…]
By Heather Clark Christian News Network WASHINGTON – In delivering his annual “State of the Union” address on Tuesday night, Barack Obama claimed that the recent proliferation of federal rulings regarding same-sex “marriage” has presented itself as a “story of freedom” throughout America. During the segment, Obama was speaking about unity among Americans despite their differences … [Read more…]
By Heather Clark Christian News Network RICHLAND, Wash. – A judge in Washington has ruled that the state may hold a florist personally liable for declining to provide flowers for a regular customer’s same-sex “wedding,” thus authorizing authorities to go after her personal assets should she lose the legal battle. As previously reported, Baronelle Stutzman … [Read more…]
The Tony Blair Faith Foundation has issued a statement calling for a “comprehensive strategy to counter religious extremism,” stating: Around the world, a continuing cycle of extremism and violence in the name of religion continues to blight communities and destroy lives. In recent months there has been growing recognition at the highest international levels that … [Read more…]
Courtesy Christian News Network (Article from ABC News – posted for research and informational purposes only) WASHINGTON – The Supreme Court cleared the way Monday for an immediate expansion of same-sex “marriage” by unexpectedly and tersely turning away appeals from five states seeking to prohibit homosexual unions. The court’s order effectively makes same-sex “marriage” legal now … [Read more…]
LTRP Note: The following article is posted for informational and research purposes. By Michael Paulson New York Times BRUNSWICK, Me. — For 40 years, evangelicals at Bowdoin College have gathered periodically to study the Bible together, to pray and to worship. They are a tiny minority on the liberal arts college campus, but they have … [Read more…]
By Garrett Haley Christian News Network BALTIMORE – Southern Baptist leaders voted overwhelmingly on Tuesday to affirm the biblical model of human sexuality, agreeing that gender identity is solely determined by biological sex and not by ‘one’s self-perception.’ As previously reported, church representatives at the annual Southern Baptist Convention in Baltimore considered a number of … [Read more…]
By Garrett Haley Christian News Network BELFAST, Northern Ireland – A 75-year-old Irish preacher was subjected to a police probe after he condemned Islam in a sermon and was accused of ‘hate mongering.’ James McConnell, pastor of the Whitewell Metropolitan Church in North Belfast, Ireland, discussed the religion of Islam during an evening sermon on … [Read more…]
By Heather Clark Christian News Network DETROIT, Mich. – A coalition of black pastors filed an amicus brief in court on Wednesday asking that it overturn a lower court’s decision that declared Michigan’s marriage amendment unconstitutional. The Thomas More Law Center filed the brief on behalf of 110 African American pastors throughout Michigan and Ohio, … [Read more…]
By Maria Kneas History shows us that as free nations become complacent, they become vulnerable to manipulation. Most dictatorships rise gradually—a step at a time. Smooth-talking politicians make each incremental step seem reasonable, because the masses are blind to the tides of change. We have been warned over and over. But sadly, a time comes … [Read more…]
By Bill Randles Used with permission. [E]ven him, whose coming is after the working of Satan with all power and signs and lying wonders, and with all deceivableness of unrighteousness in them that perish; because they received not the love of the truth, that they might be saved. And for this cause God shall send … [Read more…]
By Christian News Network PHOENIX — A billed passed by Arizona lawmakers last week which sought to protect business owners and shield them from unlawful discrimination lawsuits has been vetoed by Governor Jan Brewer. “I sincerely believe that Senate Bill 1062 has the potential to create more problems than it purports to solve. It could … [Read more…]
By Heather Clark Christian News Network PHOENIX – Lawmakers in Arizona passed a bill this week that seeks to protect the religious rights of business owners and shield them from unlawful discrimination lawsuits. HB 2153 cleared the Arizona House of Representatives on Thursday 33-27, amending sections 41‑1493 and 41‑1493.01 of the state code pertaining to the … [Read more…]
By Garrett Haley Christian News Network WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Ted Cruz (R-Texas) and Mike Lee (R-Utah) introduced legislation last week which would give states the freedom to define marriage as between one man and one woman. In a Thursday press release, Senators Cruz and Lee introduced the “State Marriage Defense Act” (S. 2024), which would … [Read more…]
By Heather Clark Christian News Network PIERRE, S.D. – Lawmakers in South Dakota have defeated a bill that sought to protect pastors from performing same-sex “weddings,” as the bill failed approval by a Senate committee by a single vote. Senate Bill 66 was deemed to be unnecessary by opponents of the legislation, as they asserted … [Read more…]
By Heather Clark Christian News Network LOS ANGELES – A mass homosexual ‘wedding’ was officiated live during the 56th annual Grammy Awards show on Sunday. The event featured both homosexual and heterosexual couples–34 in all–who exchanged vows on stage, which was decorated to resemble a wedding chapel and featured a large choir. During the occasion, … [Read more…]
By Heather Clark Christian News Network WASHINGTON – Eight state attorneys general, along with 18 wedding photographers, have filed amicus briefs with the U.S. Supreme Court in support of a Christian photographer that is fighting for the right to decline photo shoots that violate her faith. As previously reported, Elane Huguenin and her husband Jon run … [Read more…]
By Heather Clark Christian News Network PORTLAND, Ore. – A Christian organization in Oregon has filed a ballot initiative that would protect business owners against lawsuits and other penalties in the event that they decline to directly or indirectly participate in a same-sex “wedding.” The Oregon Family Council filed the proposal, entitled the Protect … [Read more…]
By Charlie Butts OneNewsNow New York’s homosexual marriage and anti-discrimination laws are already taking a toll on Christian business owners, one of whom is currently before the state’s Human Rights Commission. Robert and Cynthia Gifford own the 100-acre Liberty Ridge Farm, a business in Schaghticoke that hosts various events for children and for adults – … [Read more…]
By Heather Clark Christian News Network OLYMPIA – A Christian judge in Washington was recently reprimanded by the state Judicial Conduct Commission for refusing to officiate same-sex ‘weddings.’ Thurston County Superior Court Judge Gary Tabor had made met with court employees following last year’s election, which legalized the practice in Washington, and informed his colleagues … [Read more…]
By Heather Clark Christian News Network SASKATOON – A Canadian bridal boutique has reached a settlement with a man who identifies as a woman after the Saskatchewan Human Rights Commission ruled that the owner broke the law by refusing to allow him to try on a gown for his wedding. The incident occurred in April … [Read more…]
By Heather Clark Christian News Network SACRAMENTO – A bill that sought to punish youth organizations that oppose homosexual behavior and gender confusion by revoking their tax exempt status has been tabled–at least for now. As previously reported, Senate Bill 323 (SB323) was first introduced in mid-February by Ricardo Lara, a Democratic state senator from … [Read more…]
By Heather Clark Christian News Network A prominent Christian legal organization representing a New Mexico photographer that was was recently forced by the state Supreme Court to ‘compromise … to accommodate’ requests to shoot homosexual dedication ceremonies is warning that similar cases are presenting a “real threat” to Christians across the country. As previously reported, Elane … [Read more…]
Pew Forum on Religion (an out-of-house secular news source) posted by Lighthouse Trails for informational and research purposes, not as an endorsement) A growing number of governments around the world are considering whether to grant legal recognition to same-sex marriages. More than a dozen countries currently have national laws allowing gays and lesbians to marry, … [Read more…]
