The cross became a symbol of healing, hope and resurrection for Europeans from east to west.

Each year more than 3 million girls are at risk of FGM. World Vision warns that legislative changes are not enough. “It is still necessary to raise awareness to destroy false myths”.

Every 40 seconds, one person commits suicide. “Suicide is preventable if efforts are comprehensive and integrated”, the World Health Organisation says.

Myth 8: Since preaching is not a performance, as long as the content is good, delivery doesn’t matter.

One of the symbols that are used for Asherah is the “tree of life”, this may also be a reason why the woods provided a natural setting for those who sought her help.

Who were these Canaanites whom God ordered to be annihilated? What did they believe, what did they practice? Why was their existence such a threat to ancient Israel?

Myth 4: If the sermon is true, all is well.

Myth 3: If a sermon is really good then listeners will not be offended.

Myth 2: If it bears good fruit then it is a good sermon.

Myth 1: Since the preacher was led by God in the preparation, it would be wrong to evaluate the sermon.

An answer by Khaldoun Sweis, Associate Professor of Philosophy, Olive-Harvey College.

A healthy, informed debate on the role of migration is sadly lacking in Europe. Europeans talk about migration, Africans talk about the diaspora.

Myth: The Bible has little to say about refugees. Reality: The Bible is filled with stories of forcible displacement. God clearly expects his people to love the alien.