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Mosul Freed from ISIS, Yet Humanitarian Concerns Remain
While the Iraqi government celebrated as its Prime Minister officially declared victory over ISIS in Mosul on Monday, many humanitarian groups expressed concern that much still remains to be done in addressing the war crimes and displacement that occurred. 
What Impact Is the Church Having on the Country? Majority of Americans Believe It's a Positive One
Over the years, a majority of Americans have said they believe the impact of churches on the nation is a positive one, and according to a study released on Monday, that view hasn’t shifted much. 
Hobby Lobby to Forfeit Thousands of Bible Artifacts and Pay $3 Million
Hobby Lobby, the arts-and-crafts store operated by a Christian family which gained most of its publicity from a religious freedom case at the Supreme Court in 2014, has recently been gaining media attention once again — but this time, under accusations of smuggling biblical artifacts. 
At a New York Church, Korean and English Ministries Sing Together for the Cause of Missions
Crystal Church of New York held its eighth annual Mission Concert on July 2, during which various performances took place with the purpose of raising funds for the short-term mission trips taking place this summer. 
Milal Mission's Annual Camp Highlights 'Grace Which Transcends Physical Capabilities'
Milal Mission, a non-profit which serves individuals with disabilities, hosted its annual Camp Agape from June 29 to July 1 with its Southern California, Northern California, and Vancouver branches all together. 
Resting is to Lay Down and Take a Break
The weather is very hot. But summer must be hot. We cannot resist the flow of nature. The most flexible life is to live according to the flow of nature. 
Pastor Kim's Daily Prayer: I Rely on Your Faithfulness
"We acknowledge that we can only fall apart no matter how hard we try if You do not allow things to happen. You have complete authority over our life. We are just like a house built on sand if You do not protect us." 
Non-Profit to Provide Resources on Homeownership
Aiming to provide resources to those who hope to become homeowners in Southern California, a non-profit will be hosting an informational homeownership fair for the 16th time. 
Dr. Alexander Jun Elected First Asian American Moderator of the PCA
Dr. Alexander Jun, the newly elected moderator of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA), hopes his term will be one that contributes to continuing the denomination’s steps towards greater inclusion, diversity, and racial reconciliation. 
When Religious and Sexual Freedoms Conflict, Which Is More Important? Americans Split, Study Shows
Though almost half (48 percent) of Americans believe that religious freedom is more important when it conflicts with sexual freedom, still, the other half either believe that sexual freedom should come first (24 percent) or are not sure (28 percent), according to a study by LifeWay Research publishe… 
Supreme Court Rules Church Preschool Should Have Access to State Grant Program
The highest court in the nation ruled that the state of Missouri had violated the constitutional rights of a church by disqualifying it from receiving a public benefit simply on the basis that it is a church. 
Happy Independence Day 2017: Bible Verses and Quotes To Reflect On What Freedom Means In America
Fourth of July marks the moment in history when representatives of a new government uprising signed the Declaration of Independence in the United States on July 4, 1776. The document listed grievances suffered by the U.S. colonies under British monarchy and justified a desire for liberty 
Five Overcorrection Mistakes Churches Make
The pendulum swings in churches. The congregation does not like a previous direction, so they overcompensate with the next move they make. Often, the overcompensation becomes a more challenging situation than the previous state. 
Pastor Kim's Daily Prayer: In the Midst of the Dry Wilderness, Fill Us With the Water of Your Grace
We realize that a rough life can be turned into a beautiful, blessing place when we trust in Your guidance. We want to hold onto Your promises and live by Your grace. 
Service Toward Others Is Shown Through a Kneeling Posture
The spirituality of service is the spirituality of Jesus. Jesus says that “For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.” (Mark 10:45).









