Songs of Hope story at 8:45am last Sunday 2Sep18, was the story of the growth of Christianity in ancient Rome.
2Sep18 Christian News Bulletin
CRUSADE IN COLOMBIA
Evangelist Luis Palau’s Association reported big numbers for its recent Gospel crusade in Bogotá, Colombia, where over 18,500 people decided to follow Jesus Christ. The Christian Post reports that over 200,000 people attended the events, with another 410,000 viewers watching videos online. 18,545 people made decisions to follow Christ during the events, which were supported by 852 partnering churches.
WHERE ARE THE WORLD’S MOST COMMITTED CHRISTIANS?
The world’s most committed Christians reside mostly in Africa, Latin America and the United States, according to a new Pew Research Centre report documented by christianheadlines.com. Ethiopia has the world’s most committed Christians, according to Pew, with 98% saying their faith is very important. In the Philippines, it’s 91% and in the USA 68%.
‘CHASING COMETS’
The movie Chasing Comets, written by retired NRL star Jason Stevens, was released in cinemas late last month. Eternity News states that, essentially, Chasing Comets is the story of Stevens’ own life – his struggle to keep his footy career on track in the midst of a party-hard culture and, most importantly, his journey to Christian faith.
Taming the beast (B Peatman)
Songs of Hope local speaker yesterday was Rev Brett Peatman of Aspendale Presbyterian Church here in the southern suburbs of Melbourne. His talk title was “Taming the beast”. Talk time is 25 minutes. Previous Words for Life posts are here
Sunday Worship 2Sep18
Listen again to Songs of Hope Sunday Worship, broadcast on 2Sep18 on Southern FM 88.3. Play time is 16 minutes. Previous Sunday Worship posts are here
The power of the gospel (M Durie)
Songs of Hope “Words for Life” last Sunday 26Aug18 was a talk by Rev Mark Durie of Oaktree Anglican Church here in Melbourne. His talk title was “The power of the gospel”. Talk time is 28 minutes.
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