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Parents may pull their children from classes that offend their religion, Supreme Court rules
WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court ruled Friday that parents have a right to opt their schoolchildren out of classes and lessons that offend their religious beliefs.
The 6-3 ruling will have an impact nationwide because it empowers parents who object to books or lessons at school.
"A government burdens the religious exercise of parents when it ...Read more

Does religion hold too much or too little sway over US schools? What poll finds
As the decades-long debate over the role of religion in public school education continues to spark legislation and legal challenges in the United States, a new poll reveals the nuanced views held among the general public.
Americans are largely split on what they think about religion’s influence on public school curriculum, with 32% saying ...Read more

Parents may pull their children from classes that offend their religion, Supreme Court rules
WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court ruled Friday that parents have a right to opt their schoolchildren out of classes and lessons that offend their religious beliefs.
The 6-3 ruling will have an impact nationwide because it empowers parents who object to books or lessons at school.
"A government burdens the religious exercise of parents when it ...Read more

Can God help my sister?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: My sister grew up the same way I did – in a Christian family and in church. But we have gone very different directions, and when we talk, she cannot understand why I am living a contented life and she is living in misery. Though she is much more successful than I am and never lacks for ...Read more
What is the famous passage in Luke that describes the birth of Jesus in Bethlehem?
A) Luke 2:1-20
B) Luke 5:1-11
C) Luke 9:28-36
D) Luke 24:1-12
What is the famous passage in Haggai that speaks of the future glory of the temple?
A) Haggai 1:1-6
B) Haggai 1:7-11
C) Haggai 2:1-9
D) Haggai 2:10-19

The God Squad: Three strikes and you are not out
Q: Some people say reincarnation is biblical and happens today, what is your take on reincarnation? – (From S)
A: You get three strikes in baseball. The great question you raise is how many strikes do you get in life?
Reincarnation is really a combination of two religious beliefs: the belief that we have an immaterial and ...Read more

Does God ever let us down?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: I have friends who are disappointed in God because they have believed in Him, but He let them down and did not help them with their problems. This seems unfair toward God as they wrongly identify Him as an imagined genie. They don’t want to accept responsibility for their own bad decisions and ...Read more
What is the famous passage in Second John that encourages believers to abide in the teaching of Christ and to watch out for deceivers?
A) 2 John 1:1-6
B) 2 John 1:7-13
C) 2 John 1:14-24
D) 2 John 1:25-30
What is the famous passage in Colossians that advises believers to let the peace of Christ rule in their hearts and to let the word of Christ dwell in them richly?
A) Colossians 2:6-15
B) Colossians 3:1-17
C) Colossians 4:2-6
D) Colossians 4:7-18

What are the key elements of being good parents?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: My husband and I will become parents for the first time, and we are both 35 years old. We are happy but also filled with anxiety. While we will have perhaps more wisdom than younger new parents, we are bound to make mistakes. Some people tell us that we should make life fun for children and give ...Read more
What is the famous passage in Third John that commends Gaius for his hospitality towards traveling missionaries?
A) 3 John 1:1-6
B) 3 John 1:7-13
C) 3 John 1:14-24
D) 3 John 1:25-30
What is the famous passage in Jeremiah that describes the weeping prophet?
A) Jeremiah 20:7-18
B) Jeremiah 22:1-10
C) Jeremiah 23:1-8
D) Jeremiah 25:1-14
Queens priest defrocked over sexual abuse allegations dating to 1980s
NEW YORK — A Queens priest has been defrocked over sexual abuse allegations dating back more than two decades, according to church officials.
The Rev. Michael McHugh, a parochial vicar at Our Lady of Mount Carmel in Astoria, was removed from the ministry after members of a Catholic review board claimed they substantiated allegations of ...Read more

Does the Bible really teach that Christians should share God’s truth even to people who curse Him and deny that Jesus is who He claimed?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: Does the Bible really teach that Christians should share God’s truth even to people who curse Him and deny that Jesus is who He claimed? – G.D.
A: Many people struggle with sharing the Gospel with those who are outspokenly opposed to Jesus. How do we react when we see someone whose lifestyle is...Read more
What is the main theme of the Book of James?
A) Repentance and forgiveness
B) God's justice and righteousness
C) Practical Christian living and faith in action
D) The establishment of the kingdom of God
What was the name of the prophet who encouraged the Jews to rebuild the temple?
A) Haggai
B) Zechariah
C) Malachi
D) Obadiah

Isn’t this contrary to Jesus’ entire message?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: I have many Christian friends who say they are saved, but they have no assurance that they will go to Heaven someday. I even read this is true of Mother Teresa – that she wasn’t sure she had done enough good works. Isn’t this contrary to Jesus’ entire message? – S.A.
A: Many people who ...Read more
Who is traditionally believed to be the author of the Second John?
A) John
B) Paul
C) James
D) Peter
What is the famous passage in Galatians that emphasizes salvation through faith in Christ rather than observance of the Jewish law?
A) Galatians 1:1-10
B) Galatians 2:11-21
C) Galatians 3:1-14
D) Galatians 5:16-26
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