Tim Tebow of the University of Florida is the youngest player to win college football’s Heisman Trophy. But the humble missionary kid says he is passionate about winning a more important prize.

On a muggy evening in May, Tim Tebow stepped into a stadium in Starke, Florida, and was greeted by a familiar chorus of shouts and applause. The University of Florida (UF) star quarterback briefly blocked the sunlight from his eyes as he gazed into a sea of orange and blue. And then he did something unlike any feat he had ever performed on a football field—he grabbed a microphone and invited hundreds of people to commit their lives to Christ.

Many Christians live in fear of breaking the law if they promote a political candidate. Here are the facts you need to know.

While the dust has mostly settled on the 2008 presidential campaign, the general election itself is now rapidly moving into the spotlight. Churches, and more specifically church leaders, are still playing a major role, as many faith-related issues continue to be debated and challenged, making this election one of the most critical of our era.

Every year thousands of Christians go to the Holy Land to connect with God and the history of His people. We asked these travelers to share their experiences with you.

Every visitor to Israel has at least one special moment from his or her trip that stands out. Whether it’s walking on the same paths on which Jesus walked, sitting in a restaurant talking with local Israelis or planting a tree to help the desert rebloom—a visit to Israel is memorable. I asked believers from around the world to share their unique memories. From Wales to China to the United States, they responded with stories they’ve treasured in their hearts—in some cases for decades. Here are their special moments.