Idaho law shields faith-healing parents from criminal prosecution for conduct that otherwise would be charged as neglect.

Fourteen members of Toowoomba-based religious sect the Saints found guilty over the 2022 death of Struhs, who died of diabetic ketoacidosis due to the withdrawal of her insulin

God is not only dead, author avers. He never lived. Not to mention the deaths of kids treated with faith instead of science-based medicine.

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Four children in one Idaho family died from untreated diabetes over multiple years while state religious exemption laws prevented prosecution of the parents, despite authorities knowing about the deaths.

An exemption in Idaho law shields faith-healing parents from criminal prosecution for conduct that otherwise would be charged as neglect. It also keeps police and social workers from stepping in to pr...

Wayne A. Keast now has a live author website. The site provides readers with biographical information about the author, as well as details on how and where to purchase her book. At the heart of Biblic...

Discover faith-based coping strategies for PTSD and emotional triggers that promote emotional healing, spiritual growth, and inner peace...

For decades, Idaho laws have allowed parents who belong to the Followers of Christ and other faith-healing sects to pray rather than seek medical care. Since 2015, at least 15 children have died of tr...

Fourteen members of a small Australian Christian sect who deprived an 8-year-old girl of insulin in the belief that God had healed her – or would raise her from the dead – have received lengthy prison...

A doctor struggling with stomach issues, unable to eat, found solace in prayer. Despite hesitation, he believed. The next day, he could eat anything. This is the power of faith and healing. #FaithHealing #MiracleStory #Belief #DivineIntervention #Testimony

Steve Maxwell was clinically dead for 17 minutes after a massive heart attack. During this time, he experienced a profound heavenly encounter with Jesus and received a prophetic message ‘The final harvest has begun.’ His wife Bev's persistent prayers coincided with his miraculous recovery, defying medical expectations and demonstrating the transformative power of faith.

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For decades, Idaho laws have allowed parents who belong to the Followers of Christ and other faith-healing sects to pray rather than seek medical care. Since 2015, at least 15 children have died of tr...

The article explores the Followers of Christ, a faith-healing religion based in Idaho, and its historical and contemporary practices. Established in 1899, the group rejects modern medicine, relying instead on biblical scripture and prayer for healing. This belief system has led to severe health consequences, including malnutrition, untreated medical conditions, and preventable deaths. The text details cases of children suffering from intestinal blockages, congenital heart defects, and other ailments that could have been treated with medical intervention. Despite legal protections in Idaho, the community's insularity and adherence to doctrine have perpetuated a cycle of health crises. The article highlights the tension between religious freedom and public health, raising ethical questions about the role of faith-based practices in medical care. It also examines the historical context of the religion, its growth through family lineage, and the challenges faced by law enforcement in addressing these health issues without infringing on religious rights. The piece underscores the broader implications of faith-healing movements on societal well-being and the need for balanced approaches to religious freedom and health safety.

Conservative H.W. Crocker III is concerned that America has lost sight of its "Christian moral compass" and become "too secular." And, according to the Kansas City Star, he's helping Senator Josh Hawl...