Rejecting the act of an atheist “Christian” refugee, church leaders escape the ire of protests in Iraq and Pakistan.

And other news briefs from Christians around the world.

How a direct descendant of Muhammad met Christ on a crowded Pakistani sidewalk.

The hosts of CT's weekly news podcast on the episodes they won't soon forget.

What happens when Middle Eastern Christians and Muslims immigrate to secular Sweden?

I survived snowy mountains, a filthy prison, and an abusive husband. Then I discovered who had protected me all along.

Canada also stalled over Iranian Christian 'war criminal', while Czech Republic will deport 25 Iraqi Christians.

Ten years ago, scandal put Sweden’s free churches on edge. Now their prospects are brighter than ever.

(UPDATED) Swedish Evangelical Alliance on Ulf Ekman: 'One should not underestimate the [impact] that this creates in many people today.'

Important developments in the church and the world.