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| After Loss, U.S. Soccer Team Still Gathers to Pray: ‘All Glory Belongs to God’ Despite a narrow loss to Turkey, the United States soccer team made headlines by gathering for a powerful post-match prayer, demonstrating a profound faith  The United States soccer team didn’t end its group play with a win Thursday night, but it did end the evening with a midfield post-match prayer, demonstrating that its public display of faith wasn't dependent on the outcome. Turkey edged the Americans 3-2 in the closing seconds of a back-and-forth game that put a blemish on the team’s record but didn’t alter its path to the knockout round. The Americans (2-1) already had clinched first place in their group and now will face Bosnia and Herzegovina Wednesday night in the single-elimination Round of 32. After Thursday’s loss, the players,...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Sun, June 28, 2026 3:49pm |
| Rescuers Race to Venezuela with Earthquake Relief, Japan, California Also Hit with Quakes Last week's seismic activity saw Venezuela ravaged by two powerful earthquakes, causing unprecedented destruction and prompting an international outcry for aid, while tremors also rattled Japan and California.  Venezuela seems to have taken the spotlight in regard to multiple earthquakes that struck multiple countries last week. Venezuela was hit by two earthquakes on Wednesday. One was a 7.2, and the other was a 7.5 aftershock less than one minute later, according to The Jerusalem Post. America Reaching out to Venezuela “The two major earthquakes that just hit the great people of Venezuela are both massive in scale and have left a devastating number of deaths,” President Trump wrote on his Truth Social, picked up by The Hill. “The...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Posted by Temmy |
Tue, June 30, 2026 10:36am |
| 92-Year-Old Chick-fil-A Employee Credits the Lord for His Trademark Kindness Meet Mr. Gil, the 92-year-old Chick-fil-A dining host whose extraordinary warmth and unwavering work ethic have not only made him a viral sensation but also redefined customer service standards.  A Chick-fil-A employee in North Carolina is going viral not only for his age, but also for his kindness, strong work ethic, and the affection customers have for him. Known simply as “Mr. Gil,” the 92-year-old has greeted customers as a dining host at the Wilmington, N.C., Chick-fil-A on Oleander Drive for the past six years, becoming one of the restaurant's most beloved employees. “I make sure the tables are clean, the floor is clean,” he told WECT-6 in Wilmington. “But the main thing is I take care of people out here first.” Chick-fil-A is...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Tue, June 30, 2026 10:38am |
| Pastor Seeks $2M to Rebuild Church in Brooklyn A devastating fire ravaged a historic 173-year-old Brooklyn church, leaving it in ruins and its pastor launching a desperate $2 million GoFundMe to rebuild.  All around us, Church buildings are empty and forgotten. While some have moved on or created new spaces, many are left in the ruins of destruction, financial failure, or conflict. For a 173-year-old church in Brooklyn, NY, however, fire was the culprit. James E. Steward II, pastor of South Bushwick Reformed Church in Brooklyn, New York, witnessed the church's demolition and vowed to help rebuild it. When the church went up in flames this past Friday, Steward took it upon himself to seek public help and restoration through a $2 million GoFundMe appeal. Currently, the fundraiser has raised 1% of his target, and proceeds will go...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Tue, June 30, 2026 10:40am |
| Loving the God We Don’t Understand Why the journey of faith is not a smooth path but a profound wrestling match with God, and learn how embracing this complexity is the key to true intimacy.  Coming to faith is like falling in love. For some, it is head-over-heels love at first sight, with a rush to the altar. Others find the entire idea of spiritual things wholly to their unliking, only to discover that many of their first impressions were mistaken. A begrudging acceptance moves toward appreciation and then, almost unnoticed, slips over the line into heartfelt embrace. Yet in either case, Malcolm Muggeridge was right in observing that in the end, coming to faith remains for all a “sense of homecoming, of picking up the threads of a lost life, of responding to a bell that had long been ringing, of taking a place at a table that had long...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Tue, June 30, 2026 10:43am |
What Americans Really Believe about What's Best for Children As a recent Substack post from children’s rights advocacy group Them Before Us accurately summarized, the decision issued eleven years ago in Obergefell v. Hodges “did more than mandate marriage licenses for same-sex couples.” It redefined marriage in law, and redefining marriage redefines parenthood. Once husbands and wives became optional in marriage, mothers and fathers became optional in parenthood, eroding the right every child has to their own mother and father. Thus, the Obergefell decision marked a further stage in the evolution of one of the core ideas of the sexual revolution: that men and women are interchangeable, not only in rights but also in social roles and even in reality itself. A legal decision of this magnitude inevitably shapes the cultural imagination, defining...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Tue, June 30, 2026 10:45am |
| How This Tale of a Trip Down Israel's Route 60 Can Help You Think about America's Founding Uncover the profound connection between America's Declaration of Independence and its Judeo-Christian roots, as a new film explores how ancient biblical truths underpin the nation's foundational ideals.  In a few days, Americans will celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. In its famous and noble words: We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness. We are indebted to the Jewish and Christian writers of the Bible for these truths. They were certainly not self-evident to other cultures of that time. With that in mind, I want to...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Tue, June 30, 2026 10:48am |
| Evangelical Alliance Urges Christians to Share Faith Boldly with Muslims UK Christians are urged to actively share their faith with Muslims, even in the face of opposition and indifference, as Islam's public presence grows.  In the United Kingdom, Christians are being encouraged to boldly share their faith not only with their neighbors but also with those who oppose it. Specifically, Muslims. According to a warning from the Evangelical Alliance, fear and indifference are present, but that shouldn’t stop followers of Jesus from sharing the Gospel with Muslim neighbors, co-workers, and surrounding communities. During a webinar titled "Islam: challenges, questions and gospel opportunities," the second installment of a series focused on the rise of Christian nationalism and Islam in the U.K. discourse and politics, speakers noted the...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Wed, July 01, 2026 11:18am |
| Tarot Card Reader with 1 Million Followers Becomes Christian, Deletes Content A prominent social media tarot card reader, known to millions and even referenced in popular music, has made a surprising announcement: she has embraced Christianity and deleted all her tarot-related content.  A well-known tarot card reader says she has become a Christian and has deleted her tarot content, saying she could no longer reconcile it with her newfound faith in Jesus. Alex, known online as “Alex Reads Tarot,” told followers she had spent the past year growing in her faith before concluding she could no longer practice tarot. She said she had deleted her tarot content, stepped away from her platform, and now wants to use her social media presence to point others to Christ, FaithWire reported. She has nearly 1 million social media...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Posted by Temmy |
Wed, July 01, 2026 11:32am |
| Faithfulness in Hong Kong As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, internationally, another milestone should be recognized. July 1, 1997, marks the anniversary of when the British government handed over control of Hong Kong to the People’s Republic of China. A 50-year transitional period was established under a principle known as “one country, two systems,” in which Hong Kong serves as a capitalist center in an otherwise Communist nation. It also serves as the hub for religious freedom, with 1.4 million Protestants and Catholics living there who have ministry proximity to mainland China. But on this 29th anniversary of the handover, the future of the Church and of religious liberties there is far from clear. While many Hong Kongers hope to hold onto these freedoms and retain the degree of...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Thu, July 02, 2026 11:42am |
| Brandon Lake Joins Dude Perfect for Powerful Worship Moment at Tour Opener Fans at Dude Perfect's recent Charleston show experienced an unforgettable fusion of entertainment and faith when Grammy-winning Christian singer Brandon Lake made a surprise appearance for a powerful worship performance.  Fans at Dude Perfect's show in Charleston, S.C., last week got more than the usual trick shots and laughs. They also witnessed a powerful moment of worship as Brandon Lake joined the group's members onstage. Lake, a Grammy-winning Christian singer, shared the stage with Dude Perfect at the end of the night, where he applauded the members’ boldness before beginning a performance of Gratitude. Dude Perfect's Tyler Toney soon joined him, with both men playing guitar and singing. Members of the Harlem Globetrotters – special guests that night...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Thu, July 02, 2026 11:47am |
| Jonathan Roumie Warns Fans about Scammers Using His Name to Steal Money Actor Jonathan Roumie, celebrated for his role in The Chosen, is issuing an urgent warning to fans about widespread scamming operations exploiting his identity across social media platforms.  Actor Jonathan Roumie is warning fans about multiple fake profiles using his identity, saying scammers are making money by impersonating him and misleading the public. Roumie has become one of the most recognizable figures in both faith-based entertainment and mainstream media, thanks to his portrayal of Jesus in The Chosen and his guest appearances on national talk shows. His role as Jesus and his standing within the Christian community, however, have made him an attractive target for scammers seeking to exploit the trust many fans place in...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Thu, July 02, 2026 11:50am |
| Full House Star Candace Cameron Bure Turns Fifty and Writes a Devotional Full House Star Candace Cameron Bure Turns Fifty and Writes a DevotionalBeloved actress Candace Cameron Bure, known for her iconic role as D.J. Tanner, recently celebrated her 50th birthday and upcoming grandparenthood, inspiring a profound reevaluation of life's true successes beyond the spotlight.  In the late 1980s, Full House captivated audiences for eight seasons and 192 episodes. In 2016, Fuller House was produced by Netflix as a spin-off of the original Full House series. Lead actress Candace Cameron Bure, who played D.J. Tanner, now finds herself navigating many seasons her character embraced on the series. In April of 2026, the actress and producer turned 50 and became a soon-to-be grandma since two of her children are expecting. After spending much of...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Thu, July 02, 2026 11:54am |
| Recent Poll Shows Less Than 50% of Born Again Christians Believe Life Is Sacred A groundbreaking new survey reveals a startling decline in core Christian beliefs among self-identified Christians, with less than half upholding the sanctity of human life and a vast majority embracing syncretism over biblical truth.  Do you believe that all life is sacred? According to the American Worldview Inventory 2026 survey conducted by the Cultural Research Center at Arizona Christian University, less than 50% of born-again Christians believe in the sanctity of human life. While the study is shocking, The Christian Post defines “sanctity of life” as “the moral and religious belief that all human life is inherently sacred, holy, and possesses an immeasurable worth.” With merely 44% identifying as Christians believing they will go to Heaven when they...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Fri, July 03, 2026 11:24am |
| Steven Curtis Chapman Says America Is Still Worth Celebrating in New Version of ‘America the Beautiful’ Witnessing America's growing divides and declining civility, Grammy-winning artist Steven Curtis Chapman has reimagined "America the Beautiful" with new verses, collaborating with Chris Janson to offer a powerful message for our modern...  Not long ago, Steven Curtis Chapman found himself burdened by how much America had changed since his youth – the growing divisions, the decline of civility, and the fading sense of gratitude. So Chapman did what he has done throughout much of his career when wrestling with life’s biggest questions: He wrote a song. That song, a new rendition of America the Beautiful, includes the familiar lyrics while adding several new verses he hopes will resonate with a modern...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Posted by Temmy |
Sat, July 04, 2026 2:36pm |
Parents Say Church Is Making a Big Difference in Their Families A new survey reveals that parents are more likely to identify as Christian and feel supported by their congregations in raising children, highlighting the crucial role of faith in family life. Parents Say Church Is Making a Big Difference in Their Families: New Report Parents of children in America are more likely than non-parents to identify as Christian and value Scripture, according to a new survey that also finds most parents feel supported by their congregations in the challenges of raising children. Together, the new State of the Bible data from the American Bible Society underscores the value of faith in the lives of families at a time when balancing work, parenting, and daily responsibilities can be stressful. Among churchgoing parents, 91 percent of...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Mon, July 06, 2026 10:36am |
Egypt Placed on 'Special Watch List' for Persecuting Christians There is a concerning rise in Christian persecution across Egypt, where constitutional guarantees of religious freedom are increasingly undermined by community-level discrimination and state-sanctioned roadblocks to acknowledging... Incidents of Christian persecution in Egypt are either unaddressed or increasing, depending on which Egyptian community is being referenced. Egypt has been called out by various American administrations in the past for failing to enforce its own constitution, which states that “freedom of belief is absolute” and that “the freedom of practicing religious rituals and establishing worship places for the followers of ‘divine religions’” is guaranteed. Egypt’s Persecution at the Community Level Instead, Egypt allows discriminatory practices and laws that hinder...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Mon, July 06, 2026 11:00am |
| Pastor Shane Idleman Diagnosed with Head and Neck Cancer California pastor Shane Idleman recently broke the silence about his battle with head and neck cancer following his diagnosis earlier this year.  Pastor Shane Idleman Diagnosed with Head and Neck Cancer California pastor Shane Idleman recently broke the silence about his battle with head and neck cancer following his diagnosis earlier this year. Idleman, who pastors Westside Christian Fellowship in Leona Valley, California, told Billy Hallowell of CBN News, spoke about his cancer diagnosis despite being a longtime health advocate. “The first 30 years of my life, I was a prodigal. … There’s a lot of damage you can do with the party lifestyle and things like that, No. 1,” he explained. “No. 2 is: there’s no guarantees in life.” “Some of the healthiest persons...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Mon, July 06, 2026 11:28am |
| Is the American Church Growing? The Data Says No New research reveals that for every one person gaining Christian faith, six are leaving, highlighting a critical need to re-evaluate how spiritual growth is measured and fostered.  According to Pew Research, for every one person who comes to faith in Jesus Christ, six walk away from him. Not six who never heard the gospel. Six who heard it and left anyway. A new report sharpens the picture. The State of Non-Believers in America, released by Back to the Bible, draws on the ministry’s SALT Index, a national spiritual formation survey that measures discipleship depth across the full spectrum of American spiritual life. The report studies a filtered subgroup, each defined not by atheism but by one answer. They chose something other than “I will experience heaven because I am saved by grace through faith...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Mon, July 06, 2026 12:15pm |
Chinese Pastor Released Following Trump’s Request for Release A prominent Chinese house church pastor has been freed from prison and reunited with his family in the US, an Independence Day miracle attributed to high-level diplomatic efforts between Presidents Trump and Xi. This remarkable release... A Chinese house church pastor has been released from a prison in China on Independence Day following discussions between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping. The Texas-based Christian advocacy group ChinaAid reported that Jin was sent to the United States after he was released from jail on Saturday and has since been reunited with his family. “We rejoice with Pastor Ezra Jin, his family, and the global Body of Christ on this remarkable Independence Day miracle,” said Rev. Dr. Bob Fu, Founder and President of ChinaAid. “We...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Tue, July 07, 2026 8:08am |
17,000 Baptized in Historic Worldwide Event: ‘Saying Yes to Jesus’ Witness one of the largest coordinated baptism efforts in recent history as over 17,000 individuals across 49 countries publicly professed their faith on Pentecost Sunday. More than 17,000 people in 49 countries were baptized on Pentecost Sunday as part of a global “Baptize the World” movement that united churches across six continents in what organizers described as one of the largest coordinated baptism efforts in recent history. Baptize the World recorded 17,910 baptisms involving more than 1,600 churches in 49 countries and all 50 U.S. states, with the total continuing to grow as additional reports are received. A gathering at the Museum of the Bible in Washington, D.C., served as the focal point for the May 24 global event, featuring worship, personal testimonies, and live updates from participating...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Tue, July 07, 2026 8:12am |
Former Worship Pastor Accused of Sexual Assault Charges A Kentucky church faces a crisis after its worship pastor was arrested and confessed to multiple sexual assault charges involving a juvenile. Amber Ginter When we start attending a Church for the first time, we try to create safe relationships with those around us. The importance of a sound pastor, friendly congregants, and steady leaders is detrimental to the growth and reputation of a ministry. In Owensboro, Kentucky, however, Pleasant Grove Baptist Church is facing unforeseeable circumstances after their worship pastor was arrested for multiple charges related to sexual assault involving a juvenile. David A. Rodgers, 40 of Utica, was arrested by Kentucky State Police on the evening of February 16th, 2026, and terminated immediately from Pleasant Grove Baptist Church. Following an ongoing investigation into...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Tue, July 07, 2026 8:18am |
| Houston Christian University President Robert B. Sloan Jr. dies after nearly 20-year tenure Houston Christian University President Robert B. Sloan, Jr. died Saturday morning, according to a news release from the university. (Houston Christian University) Houston Christian University President Robert B. Sloan, Jr. died Saturday morning, according to a news release from the university. Sloan was president of the university for nearly 20 years. He was 77. The university's Board Chairman Ramiro Peña said Sloan's death was sudden in a statement. "The fingerprints of Dr. Sloan's leadership will continue to be upon the success of HCU for generations to come, and the impact of his presidency will yield outcomes both measurable and eternal,"...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Tue, July 07, 2026 8:34am |
| The Christian Slaughter the World Ignores The aftermath of a terrorist attack in Gao, eastern Mali (VOA/Souleymane Ag Anara, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons) As Islamist violence spreads across sub-Saharan Africa, thousands of Christians are being murdered while the West looks away. Africa has a way of disappearing from our radar screens. It’s scarcely surprising, then, that the ongoing slaughter of African Christians fails to capture the attention it deserves. Partly this reflects a simple unfamiliarity — most Americans, even “African” Americans just don’t know much about Africa. Moreover, the narrative is, to say the least, “inconvenient.” Despite the many thousands of black lives snuffed out across Africa, “Black Lives Matter” has never seemed to...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Tue, July 07, 2026 9:16am |
| Why comfort is spiritually more dangerous than suffering One of the oldest objections to Christianity is also one of the most emotionally powerful: If God is good, why does He allow suffering? It is a fair question. When a child dies, when a marriage collapses, when cancer strikes, when war destroys families, or when loneliness crushes the elderly, quick answers can sound cruel. Suffering is not abstract to those enduring it. Often it carries pain, fear, grief, confusion and sometimes silence. But perhaps there is another question worth asking: If God is good, if the soul is real, and if life after death is eternal, then maybe the deeper mystery is not why God allows suffering. Maybe the deeper mystery is: Why doesn’t God allow more suffering? That may sound shocking. It may even sound heartless. But it is not meant that way. It is not an...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Wed, July 08, 2026 9:25am |
| What is the Church of England for? Richard Niebuhr famously denounced the liberal church of his day, summarizing its theology in a single withering sentence: “A God without wrath brought men without sin into a kingdom without judgment through the ministrations of a Christ without a cross.” What he did not note — but perhaps implied — is that such theology typically manifests in worship that is infantile, offering a pastiche of the wider culture’s predilections that would qualify as kitsch, if its purveyors had the wit to see it as such. The progressive church is always a poor imitation of what the world considered cool the day before yesterday. Walking through the streets of London in early June, I encountered a first-class example of such third-class theological life, courtesy of Pride Month, Anglican style. Pride Month has had a lower...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Wed, July 08, 2026 9:37am |
| What missionary mothers wish their churches knew When churches think about supporting missionaries, the conversation usually centers on prayer, finances, and ministry opportunities. Those things matter. But in interviews with fellow missionary mothers around the world — serving in remote locations, closed context cultures, and in support roles — one need came up repeatedly: caring for missionary families themselves. The mothers I spoke with described many of the challenges people might expect: language learning, cultural adjustment, sickness, and distance from family. But they also talked about something churches are uniquely positioned to help with: making sure missionary families stay connected, encouraged, and supported for the long haul. Several of the women described seasons when life overseas felt overwhelming. One missionary, identified as “B”...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Wed, July 08, 2026 10:02am |
| Separation of church and state doesn't mean separation from God Few phrases are quoted more often — and understood less accurately — than “separation of church and state.” In contemporary discourse, it has become a rhetorical weapon used to silence Christian voices in public life, as if biblical conviction automatically disqualifies a citizen from shaping law, culture, or policy. As a student of history, I affirm the proper distinction between ecclesiastical authority and civil authority. The Church is not called to run the state, and the state must not control the Church. But to move from institutional distinction to the exclusion of God from public life is not constitutional fidelity — it is ideological revisionism. Like Abraham Kuyper, the Dutch theologian and prime minister, I believe in distinct spheres of authority under God. Family, church,...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Wed, July 08, 2026 10:11am |
| Christian schools must follow state LGBT policies to qualify for tuition program: appeals court A federal appeals court has ruled that Maine can require private schools to adopt the state's LGBT policies to qualify for a tuition assistance program. The 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled last week in Crosspoint Church v. A. Pender Makin et al, weighing whether Crosspoint’s Bangor Christian School (BCS) must follow the Maine Human Rights Act for families enrolled there to qualify for a state tuition assistance program. The panel denied Crosspoint’s request for a permanent injunction — a court order that would have permanently blocked the law from applying to the school. Kayatta wrote that “Crosspoint has not shown that specific anti-BCS animus motivated” the state policy. However, the panel sided with Crosspoint on its concerns about the state’s religious expression...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Wed, July 08, 2026 10:31am |
AI Is Becoming More Popular Among Pastors – But Are They Using It for Sermons? A new survey unveils surprising insights into how U.S. pastors are increasingly integrating artificial intelligence into their ministries, leveraging it to reduce administrative loads and enhance diverse tasks. AI Is Becoming More Popular Among Pastors – But Are They Using It for Sermons? Most U.S. pastors use artificial intelligence (AI) in ministry, but far fewer rely on it for the one task that puts them in the public eye each week: sermon preparation. That's according to a new survey from Barna Group, in partnership with Gloo, which found that only 13 percent of Protestant pastors in the U.S. say they never use AI. But how pastors use the technology varies widely: 50 percent use it for brainstorming and idea generation, 37 percent for graphic design or...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Fri, July 10, 2026 9:06am |
| Archbishops give OK to ex-gay event after nearly caving to LGBT activists ahead of Synod CofE facing pressure to affirm same sex relationships as 'entirely compatible with Christian discipleship' The Archbishops of Canterbury and York have given the green light for an event featuring ex-gay Christians during the Church of England General Synod after coming under pressure to cancel it. The event scheduled for July 13 will feature Matthew Grech, who was recently acquitted of promoting so-called "conversion practices" in Malta after he shared his testimony of leaving homosexuality behind on a radio show. Cameras Record Scary Encounters With Animals! The second guest speaker is Mike Davidson, chairman of the International Foundation for Therapeutic and Counseling Choice (IFTCC), which supports therapy for people with unwanted same-sex attraction and gender...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Fri, July 10, 2026 9:15am |
| Parents of Nolan Wells ask for prayers, answers as police investigate Horn Island death The late Nolan Wells (C) and his parents, father Elmore Wonsley (L) and mother, Christine Wonsley (R) | GoFundMe/Allayah Denis Christine Wonsley, the mother of 18-year-old Nolan Wells, who was found dead near Horn Island off the Mississippi Gulf Coast Monday after traveling there by boat with a group of friends on July 4, is asking for answers and prayers as questions swirl around his death. “Missing our Nolan so much every second of every day. This has been the worst time in our lives. Watching his siblings go through the motions of grief adds another layer to the sadness. Please keep us in your prayers and continue to respect our privacy,” she said in a statement on Facebook Wednesday. Cameras Record Scary Encounters With Animals! Nolan Wells graduated from Ocean Springs High School and...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Fri, July 10, 2026 9:19am |
| Lutheran church hiding cell tower antenna in 'faux brick' above preschool, advocate says https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRCyV_w2OMdNAzvOC1LY7ZJlXi5Rv5OZf3kGdBOg54Fjg&s A former telecom executive and attorney says he has proof that a Washington, D.C.-area Lutheran church has installed a cell phone tower behind what appears to be a chimney-like structure on its roof. Joe Sandri, president and general counsel for Environmental Health Trust (EHT), says the nonprofit advocacy group identified the antenna at St. Luke Lutheran Church in Silver Spring, Maryland, after one of its team members recognized unusual activity at the church. “Our organization, Environmental Health Trust, has people on the ground who constantly look for unusual or potentially hazardous deployments,” Sandri told The Christian Post via email Tuesday. “In this case, deployment trucks were noticed...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Fri, July 10, 2026 9:26am |
| Christianity remains threatened in China even after Pastor Jin’s release A churchgoer takes photos of the clergy after Christmas Day mass at a Protestant church in downtown Shanghai on December 25, 2021. Christianity in China remains under systematic pressure even after this week's release of Pastor Ezra Jin, a house church leader who spent more than 266 days in a Chinese prison for practicing his faith, according to a Washington-based nonpartisan policy institute. Jin’s release came weeks after President Donald Trump raised his case with Chinese leader Xi Jinping. The move was “a carefully calibrated political decision” rather than a change in Beijing’s underlying approach, according to Foundation for Defense of Democracies research analyst Mariam Wahba. "China’s campaign against independent religious practice remains among the most systematic in the...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Fri, July 10, 2026 9:37am |
| The America God can bless? How often have we prayed or sung, "God Bless America"? What do we mean when we invoke our Heavenly Father's favor on our country? What are we asking God to do in America? Are we asking for freedom from famine, war and poverty? At least for born-again Christians, the blessings requested center on more spiritual things such as Christian conversions, revival and spiritual awakening, and bringing society to ever more biblical understandings and practices in its families, churches, laws, and individual and collective morality. Prince William Wants His Mistress To Be Accepted By Royal Family Our Heavenly Father has given us divine guidance in Holy Scripture on the means to invoke such blessings on society. In 2 Chronicles 7:14, God says, "If My people, who are called by My name, will humble...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Sat, July 11, 2026 10:27am |
| I watched the hospital take my husband's rights away — then his life When 2020 came, our eyes were opened — at least they were for some of us. The world shut down. Community and life as we knew it in an instant had changed. My life significantly changed in 2021 when I drove my 55-year-old, healthy husband to the hospital in Florida, and it was the worst mistake of my life. He had been home for about a week, got diagnosed with COVID-19, and was struggling to breathe, so his primary doctor over the phone said he needed to go to the hospital. It seems that so many of us would like to forget about the COVID era and move on entirely because of the disruptive turmoil of that time, but that’s a dreadful mistake. It is important that we never forget because our freedoms remain at risk. Here’s what happened to me. The minute my husband stepped...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Sat, July 11, 2026 10:33am |
| 6 money sicknesses the Bible warns about (and how to cure them) Dear Chuck, My son is 26, single, and a professional engineer making a great salary, but he spends it all! I sent him your cures for money sicknesses to review. He was very honest that he has three of the six: pride, greed, and idolatry. How do I help him now? Worried Dad Dear Worried Dad, As the father of four sons, I can relate to your concerns. The Bible says in 3 John 1:4 (ESV): “I have no greater joy than to hear that my children are walking in the truth.” I sometimes humorously added to that verse when talking to my boys: “I also have no greater freedom than to see my children paying their own way in life.” The situation your son is in is both good and bad news — good that he is working and earning a good income, but bad that he has not learned to...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Sat, July 11, 2026 10:39am |
| Nolan Wells’ mother says she asked God for help getting answers about his death The late Nolan Wells’ mother, Christine Wonsley, tries to hold back tears as she talks about her son at a press conference in New York City on July 10, 2026. With her are renowned civil rights attorney Ben Crump (L), her husband, Elmore Wonsley, and civil rights leader the Rev. Al Sharpton (R). | The Christian Post/Leonardo Blair NEW YORK — With the support of civil rights activist the Rev. Al Sharpton, her legal team led by attorney Ben Crump, and her husband, Christine Wonsley, the mother of Nolan Wells, revealed Friday that she prayed for help getting answers about the death of her 18-year-old son, and she believes God answered. Speaking at a press conference at the new headquarters of Sharpton’s National Action Network in Harlem, the grieving mother said she decided to travel from Mississippi with...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Sat, July 11, 2026 10:45am |
Bible Readers More Likely to Say They've Found Their Calling in Life: Survey A groundbreaking study uncovers a powerful link between regular Bible engagement and an individual's confidence in having found their life's true calling. Americans who read the Bible regularly are more likely to say they have found their calling in life than those who don't read Scripture, according to a new survey exploring how adults from all walks of life view meaning and purpose. The new data from the American Bible Society's State of the Bible report found that those whom researchers describe as "Scripture engaged" – that is, people who read the Bible regularly and say it has impacted their lives – are significantly more likely to say they have found their calling in life than Americans who never or rarely read Scripture (the "Scripture disengaged"). "People with a strong...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Sat, July 11, 2026 10:55am |
| George Washington's prayer life, private struggles take the spotlight in New Museum of the Bible play https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcQvyip5hJeNTYwvnH-9zbNP2_9jFxfhfQu6pzhF8dX7NA&s=10 As the United States marks its 250th anniversary, the Museum of the Bible is inviting audiences behind the scenes of the American Revolution with “A General's Prayer,” a new one-person play exploring George Washington's faith and resolve during the darkest days of the war. Starring "Desperate Housewives" and "Good Witch" actor James Denton, the 80-minute production, which runs through July 19, transports audiences to Valley Forge, where the commander of the Continental Army wrestles with doubt, dwindling supplies and the enormous weight of holding together an army and a nation not yet born. Discover The Perfect Trading Environment Tailored To Your Preferences With HFM's Inspired by...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Mon, July 13, 2026 10:39am |
| Police arrest Christian victims after attack on Coptic church Egyptian police arrested four Christian men who had been assaulted by a mob during an attack on a Coptic place of worship in Egypt, and freed them two days later once they abandoned the complaint they lodged against those who beat them. The attack took place in the Upper Egyptian village of Tal Al-Quiblya in Minya Province on Wednesday, according to the United Kingdom-based religious freedom advocacy group Christian Solidarity Worldwide (CSW), citing the Egyptian Initiative for Personal Rights (EIPR). Colorado Elk's Surprising Response After Being Freed From Tire A crowd of Muslim residents, most of them women, children and teenagers, reportedly pelted the building with stones while chanting sectarian abuse. Several Christians suffered injuries. Witnesses on the ground say that...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Mon, July 13, 2026 10:45am |
| Why pastors should encourage members to carry their Bibles to worship A new member showed up at our community group not long ago. He was eager, engaged, and clearly hungry to grow. But when we opened our Bibles, he paused. “I didn’t bring one,” he said. Police Shocked By What A Puppy Was Guarding On The Tracks I assumed he had simply forgotten. It happens to all of us. But then he added, almost casually, “I don’t really use a Bible anymore. At church, everything is on the screen.” In that moment, I was reminded how easily something essential can slowly disappear. No one announces the change. No one plans it. But over time, a generation can lose the simple, powerful discipline of bringing God’s Word with them. The good news is that I always carry a new Bible to my community group as a gift for this very reason. Bringing a...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Mon, July 13, 2026 10:49am |
| This week in Christian history: Church of England allows female bishops; John Ball executed Throughout the extensive history of the Church, numerous events of lasting significance have occurred. Each week marks anniversaries of milestones, tragedies, triumphs, notable births and deaths. Nobody Caught This Wardrobe Mistake In 'Pretty Woman', Until Now Some events, spanning more than 2,000 years of history, might be familiar, while others may be unknown to many. The following pages highlight anniversaries of memorable events from this week in Christian history, including the Church of England voting to allow female bishops, the execution of John Ball and John III becoming pope. Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Mon, July 13, 2026 10:54am |
| Christians in Indian state face mob attacks after BJP win: reports Christians in the eastern Indian state of West Bengal have reportedly faced mob attacks on churches, prayer meetings and homes since the Hindu nationalist Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) won state elections in May, and a new campaign is underway to combat fabricated claims of mass conversion. The BJP’s win in West Bengal, with results declared on May 4, gave the party control of the state for the first time and ended 15 years of Trinamool Congress party rule. Critics linked the result to a revision of the electoral rolls that struck more than 9 million voters before the poll, raising questions about the integrity of the vote. Nobody Caught This Wardrobe Mistake In 'Pretty Woman', Until Now The worst day was last Sunday, with at least four separate attacks, Matters India reports. A...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Mon, July 13, 2026 11:01am |
| 13-year-old Christian girl fights in court to escape custody of Muslim abductor: 'Serious injustice' A 13-year-old Pakistani Christian girl is fighting in court to reunite with her family after a judge returned her to the custody of the 30-year-old Muslim man who abducted her last year. Maria Shahbaz was kidnapped from her Christian home in July 2025 by Shehryar Ahmad, who married her against her will and forced her to convert to Islam. Shahbaz has since been "exposed to grave abuse and exploitation," according to a press release from Alliance Defending Freedom (ADF), a nonprofit legal advocacy group. An earlier investigation found that she was a minor and that her marriage documents were forged. Even so, Pakistan's Federal Constitutional Court reportedly did not confirm her age before ruling in February that she should remain in Ahmad's custody. The ruling contradicts Pakistani law, which does not...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Tue, July 14, 2026 11:15am |
| Lindsey Graham’s sister, Darline Graham Nordone, chosen to serve out Senate term Graham, 71, died suddenly due to a tear in his aorta that was related to the hardening of his arteries. The health emergency occurred after traveling back to the U.S. from Ukraine. South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster announced Monday afternoon that he was selecting Nordone, Graham’s younger sister, to serve out the late senator's term. At the press conference announcing the selection, Nordone thanked the many people who gave their condolences to her and her family over the past couple of days, saying that “Lindsey was loved and respected by many.” Nordone said that the “shared experiences” of those giving remembrances of her brother as well as “our faith have gotten us through these two very difficult days.” “Lindsey has always been there for me and now I will...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Tue, July 14, 2026 11:22am |
| Lindsey Graham’s pastor remembers him as patriot who ‘loved America’ Tate, who also called Graham a friend, told WYFF4 that Graham was baptized at the church and “professed Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior.” When they got news of the senator’s death, Tate said it was a “shock.” “It was just a shock,” the pastor said. “So, he was fine. And then he just felt bad. And then things began to progress from not feeling well to — to this.” Graham’s office announced early Sunday morning that he died on Saturday evening at the age of 71, from “a brief and sudden illness” at his home in Washington, D.C. The late senator’s office further told the Washington Post that preliminary findings from the D.C. medical examiner’s office show that he suffered from an aortic dissection, in which a tear occurs in the inner layer of the...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Tue, July 14, 2026 11:26am |
| Jamal Bryant prays for family of Nolan Wells as death investigation continues Pastor Jamal Bryant of New Birth Missionary Baptist Church in Stonecrest, Georgia, led his congregation in prayer for the family of Nolan Wells on Sunday as authorities continue to investigate the death of the 18-year-old whose body was found near Horn Island off the Mississippi Gulf Coast a week ago. Bryant asked his congregation to pray for Wells’ family after their attorney, Ben Crump, provided an update on their efforts to ensure transparency in the investigation, which has sparked ongoing speculation online. “We have to keep that fire intense until we can get to the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth on why Nolan Wells, this 18-year-old college football student-athlete, is dead,” Crump told the congregation. Wells graduated from Ocean Springs High School and was a...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Tue, July 14, 2026 11:38am |
| 'House of David' renewed for Season 3, to focus on David's years as fugitive 'God doesn't call the qualified, He qualifies the called.' Prime Video has renewed the biblical drama "House of David" for a third season after the series attracted more than 40 million viewers worldwide, the streaming service announced Friday. The series, produced by Wonder Project and Amazon MGM Studios, debuted earlier this year and follows the rise of the biblical King David. Seasons 1 and 2 are available on Prime Video, with Wonder Project also offering the series through its subscription service. Season 3 will chronicle one of the most pivotal periods in David's life, focusing on his years as a fugitive before ascending to Israel's throne. "We are incredibly grateful to fans around the world who have embraced House of David," creators and executive producers Jon...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Tue, July 14, 2026 11:43am |
| Court orders Pastor Tony Spell to keep 50-yard distance from man he beat up over threats Unless he’s checking his mailbox, Pastor Tony Spell of Life Tabernacle Church in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, has been ordered not to go any closer than 50 yards to the home of a 20-year-old neighbor he beat up last month for allegedly threatening to rape and murder his family and harm his congregation. The order, handed down last Friday, according to The Advocate, bars Spell from contacting the man or his family electronically or directly. Caught On Camera: When Wildlife Gets A Little Too Close "Mr. Spell may walk over and check his mailbox; other than checking his mailbox, he is to be 50 yards away from the protected person's property," the order states. Spell, 48, was arrested and charged with second-degree battery last month after he was recorded in a nearly one-minute video...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Wed, July 15, 2026 7:17am |
| Pastor Greg Locke says 'we have nothing to hide' after feds raid home Controversial Tennessee Pastor Greg Locke says he and his family "have nothing to hide" after some 60 federal agents ransacked their home in a pre-dawn raid in an investigation alleging he misappropriated church funds and other crimes. Locke, the lead pastor of Global Vision Bible Church in Lebanon, told his congregation Sunday that the raid happened just three weeks into a six-week sabbatical he had taken to mourn his 20-year-old son Evan, who died from a drug overdose in May. “The thing that angered me was not that it happened, but that the enemy kicked us while we were down. And it took away the opportunity for me to continue to grieve Evan. And so we've been the last few weeks just in this tailspin,” Locke said. “We were in bed at home, and at 6 in the morning, 60 federal agents...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Wed, July 15, 2026 7:21am |
| Lutheran church reportedly removes 'hidden, massive' wireless transmitters above preschool A Washington, D.C.-area Lutheran church has removed a wireless network transmitter previously located on its rooftop, according to an advocacy organization that expressed concerns with the installation. Last week, Joe Sandri, a former telecom executive and attorney who serves as president and general counsel for Environmental Health Trust (EHT), shared images with The Christian Post of St. Luke Lutheran Church in Silver Spring, Maryland, that appear to show a cell phone tower behind what looks to be a chimney-like structure on its roof. Sandri says EHT team members first identified the antenna after they “recognized unusual activity” at the church. Images provided by Sandri’s team showed utility crews using a harness to work on what appears to be a cell phone tower antenna encased in “faux...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Wed, July 15, 2026 7:24am |
| When 'God' becomes the abuser: How Church wounds fuel Christianity's exodus Several years ago, someone I'd gotten to know at a church I briefly attended in the mid-2000s commented on a social media post in which I'd voiced my opinion in salty fashion. If I recall correctly, it was about a touchy bioethics issue. She didn't hold back her disgust, telling me in no uncertain terms what a repulsive barnacle she thought I was. Zestradar Met Gala Looks So Strange Fans Still Talk About Them I didn't take offense, but I was a little surprised. I'd gotten the vibe over the years that her views had shifted since I'd known her, but I'd never had a single unpleasant personal interaction with her. Most people don't let their claws out with me like that — she did. As I'd later find out, she and many of the young people and families in that church had been horribly...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Wed, July 15, 2026 7:27am |
| Why doesn’t God answer all of our prayers? Christians are always encouraged to pray about it. The hope is that God will intervene favorably. We all know, however, that God doesn’t answer all of our prayers. Is it because He doesn’t care? Definitely not so. The Psalmist said confidently, “Evening and morning and at noon I utter my complaint and ... he hears my voice” (Ps. 55:17). God is always there for us, and the traditional understanding of prayer requires a refreshing reminder. Indeed, prayer is an important part of a believer’s relationship with God, but I believe it shouldn’t be approached solely as a spiritual exercise for obtaining material benefits. Prayer is also indispensable to commune with God “for obtaining mercy and finding grace to help in time of need” (Heb. 4:16). In prayer, Christians should realize...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Wed, July 15, 2026 7:32am |
| Arkansas ranks No. 1 in religious liberty; Sanders warns 'lack of community' poses major threat Republican Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders, whose state was ranked first in the nation for religious freedom this year, said that increasing alienation and loss of community among Americans pose grave threats to religious liberty in the United States. Sanders’ office announced Tuesday that Arkansas scored this year’s top spot for religious liberty in the First Liberty Institute’s Center for Religion, Culture & Democracy’s Religious Liberty in the States index, which evaluated 50 legal protections across 20 safeguards states can adopt to uphold religious freedom. Earning a score of 89.2%, Arkansas joined Tennessee this year as the only two states to receive the index’s first-ever “excellent” rating. During a Tuesday phone interview with The Christian Post, Sanders...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Thu, July 16, 2026 10:25am |
| Meet the 14-year-old Christian singer taking the genre by storm For most 14-year-olds, life revolves around school, sports and figuring out who they are. For Tate Butts, it has also meant standing before arena crowds, releasing a debut EP and becoming one of Christian music's fastest-rising young voices. The South Carolina native has amassed hundreds of thousands of followers on social media in less than a year, watched his breakout single, "My Defender," chart on Billboard, shared stages with Brandon Lake and, most recently, collaborated with Forrest Frank on "Somebody Prayed," an anthem celebrating the power of faithful grandparents. While his star is rapidly climbing, Butts, who released his seven-song debut EP, Something To Believe In, on July 10, said the first lesson God has been teaching him has little to do with streaming numbers or sold-out...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Thu, July 16, 2026 10:28am |
| Is your political rage a spiritual problem? The studio lights are bright. Two guests lean across the desk, interrupting one another before either can finish a sentence. The moderator has long since lost control. Voices rise. Fingers jab across the desk. The audience applauds whenever someone lands a verbal punch. Before the hour is over, clips of the exchange are racing across social media under headlines celebrating who "destroyed" whom. A few minutes later, another podcast begins. Another YouTube debate. Another Facebook argument. Another Christian politician blasting an opponent. Another opportunity to cheer our side and despise the other. By day's end, millions have watched, applauded, and joined the chorus. Then Scripture quietly asks a question none of us can afford to ignore: Is this how Christ intended His ambassadors to conduct the...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Thu, July 16, 2026 10:32am |
| Life Church Pastor Nathan Peternel returns to public ministry after restoration Appearing both humbled and grateful, Nathan Peternel, lead pastor of the multi-campus Life Church in Pendleton, Indiana, has returned to his pulpit following four months of restoration for violating the Assemblies of God bylaws after intimate photos and video of him and his wife were leaked. Peternel's restoration began just over a week after his 24-year-old son, Jonathan Peternel, was sentenced to four years in prison and another two years of probation in February. Jonathan Peternel’s sentence came after he pleaded guilty to charges of child exploitation and possession of child sex abuse material. “It is a joy to be with you this morning. I can't even tell you … I've been looking forward to this for a long time,” Pastor Peternel told his congregants at the Fishers campus in a recording...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Thu, July 16, 2026 10:37am |
| Christians in Indian state face mob attacks after BJP win: reports Christians in the eastern Indian state of West Bengal have reportedly faced mob attacks on churches, prayer meetings and homes since the Hindu nationalist Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) won state elections in May, and a new campaign is underway to combat fabricated claims of mass conversion. The BJP’s win in West Bengal, with results declared on May 4, gave the party control of the state for the first time and ended 15 years of Trinamool Congress party rule. Critics linked the result to a revision of the electoral rolls that struck more than 9 million voters before the poll, raising questions about the integrity of the vote. The worst day was last Sunday, with at least four separate attacks, Matters India reports. A mob in Murshidabad district raided a Christian widow’s house and...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Thu, July 16, 2026 10:45am |
| Men convicted of burning Christian couple alive in brick kiln acquitted in Pakistan LAHORE, Pakistan — Pakistan’s Supreme Court last week overturned the death sentences of the remaining three men convicted in the 2014 lynching of a Christian couple burned alive after being falsely accused of blasphemy, sources said. Christian attorney Basharat Masih, who attended the hearing at the Supreme Court’s principal seat in Islamabad on July 9, said a three-member bench headed by Justice Malik Shahzad Ahmad Khan acquitted the three men after concluding that the prosecution had failed to prove its case beyond a reasonable doubt due to inconsistencies in witness testimony and weaknesses in the evidence. Also on the bench were Justice Jamal Khan Mandokhail and Justice Aqeel Ahmed Abbasi. On Nov. 4, 2014, Shahzad Masih and his pregnant wife, Shama Bibi, parents of three young children,...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Fri, July 17, 2026 1:02am |
| Dept. of Education hits back at liberal podcasters who called homeschooling 'crazy Christian problem' The U.S. Department of Education hit back Wednesday at two liberal podcasters who disparaged homeschooling earlier this week by calling it "weird as f—" and a "crazy Christian problem" that leads to "trickle-down stupidity." "Homeschoolers, like the winner of the Presidential 1776 Award, have demonstrated their ability to succeed at the highest level time and time again. The proven value of homeschooling should never be dismissed as 'trickle-down stupidity.' The only thing that is stupid is your ignorance," the DOE said in an X post in response to a story about "I've Had It" co-hosts Jennifer Welch and Angie Sullivan demeaning homeschoolers. During a Tuesday episode of their podcast, Welch and Sullivan launched into profanity-laden invective against homeschooling in response to a female caller who...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Fri, July 17, 2026 1:05am |
| Meet the 14-year-old Christian singer taking the genre by storm For most 14-year-olds, life revolves around school, sports and figuring out who they are. For Tate Butts, it has also meant standing before arena crowds, releasing a debut EP and becoming one of Christian music's fastest-rising young voices. The South Carolina native has amassed hundreds of thousands of followers on social media in less than a year, watched his breakout single, "My Defender," chart on Billboard, shared stages with Brandon Lake and, most recently, collaborated with Forrest Frank on "Somebody Prayed," an anthem celebrating the power of faithful grandparents. Herbeauty Michelle Obama's Latest Look Draws Attention While his star is rapidly climbing, Butts, who released his seven-song debut EP, Something To Believe In, on July 10, said the first lesson God has been teaching...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Fri, July 17, 2026 1:14am |
| Life Church Pastor Nathan Peternel returns to public ministry after restoration Appearing both humbled and grateful, Nathan Peternel, lead pastor of the multi-campus Life Church in Pendleton, Indiana, has returned to his pulpit following four months of restoration for violating the Assemblies of God bylaws after intimate photos and video of him and his wife were leaked. Peternel's restoration began just over a week after his 24-year-old son, Jonathan Peternel, was sentenced to four years in prison and another two years of probation in February. Jonathan Peternel’s sentence came after he pleaded guilty to charges of child exploitation and possession of child sex abuse material. “It is a joy to be with you this morning. I can't even tell you … I've been looking forward to this for a long time,” Pastor Peternel told his congregants at the Fishers campus in a recording...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Fri, July 17, 2026 1:17am |
| Federal indictment accuses pastor of using church in $3.2M fraud scheme Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Fri, July 17, 2026 1:20am |
| Judge sides with Houston's Second Baptist against members opposed to bylaws change A judge has largely sided with a Texas megachurch in a lawsuit brought by members who accused church leadership of improperly changing church bylaws on voting and accountability. Judge Grant Dorfman issued a ruling dismissing nearly every claim made against Second Baptist Church of Houston regarding a 2023 decision some members believe violated their voting rights. Dorfman concluded that the megachurch leadership was protected by religious liberty provisions that prevented secular courts from dictating church policies, reported The Houston Chronicle on Thursday. Additionally, the court refused to vacate the appointment of Ben Young, the son of retired Senior Pastor Ed Young Sr., to succeed his father, even though there was no congregational vote. Dorfman concluded that members...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Sat, July 18, 2026 9:53am |
| Churches washed away as flash floods cripple border town in India A heavy flood struck Parsi Parlo Town in Kurung Kumey district of Arunachal Pradesh, India, around 1 a.m. on Monday, devastating the Parsi Parlo Town Baptist Church and the Parsi Parlo Prayer House of the Nyishi Baptist Church Council (NBCC), and sweeping away a Catholic church an hour later. Flash floods crippled the remote border town and cut off road connectivity to the district headquarters. Nothing could be salvaged from the prayer house except some important documents and a printer belonging to the Pastoral Range, NBCC said, listing the church kitchen and its property, three prayer house staff quarters, the chapel hall, the common dining hall, and the bathrooms and toilets as totally washed away. Parsi Parlo Church sustained heavy damage. The flood also struck the Chote Pagam...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Sat, July 18, 2026 9:57am |
Search for New Focus on The Family President Underway After Jim Daly Announcement Focus on the Family has launched a nationwide search for its next president, as Jim Daly plans to step down to usher in new, younger leadership for the influential ministry. A nationwide search for the next president of Focus on the Family is underway after its current president and CEO, Jim Daly, announced his intention to step down, with his announcement coming ahead of the organization’s 50th anniversary in 2027. Daly, who has been serving as president of Focus on the Family since 2005 after succeeding the ministry’s founder, the late James Dobson, told The Christian Post that the current transition is seeking “new faces, new energy, younger leadership,” rather than because of a scandal as seen in other ministries. “My core belief was it's good to get new faces, new energy,...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Sat, July 18, 2026 10:04am |
| Is reclaiming America's Mainline churches a lost cause? In 1960, approximately 45% of all Americans were members of the Mainline Protestant denominations (Episcopal, Methodist, Northern Baptist, United Church of Christ, Congregational Presbyterian, and non-Missouri Synod Lutheran). The collective membership of these denominations made up the Protestant “establishment,” and their membership dwarfed the Evangelicals (Southern Baptist, Independent Baptist, and those who left the Mainline denominations during the fundamentalist-modernist controversy in the 1920s and 1930s). For example, both the General Association of Regular Baptists (GARB) and the Conservative Baptists broke off from the Northern Baptist Convention in 1932 and 1944, respectively. The Mainline denominations held tremendous sway in American culture, as the Evangelicals had lost influence in their...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Sat, July 18, 2026 10:08am |
Oklahoma Church Leads Dozens to Christ During Its Food Distribution Event Members of an Oklahoma church witnessed to and prayed with dozens of people, many of whom surrendered and turned their lives to Jesus Christ during a local outreach last weekend. Tammi Whittman, who serves as church administrator at Friendship Baptist Church (FBC) in Lawton, Oklahoma, told The Christian Post that church volunteers “prayed for 73 people and 35 accepted Christ,” which she described as “a phenomenally blessed day of service.” “We hope to continue reaching those in need by inviting them to get to know our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ,” she added. Whitman also noted that turnout was up over 300 people, an increase from the 200 to 225 individuals typically served every month. “Our church, under the leadership of Dr. Walter A. Wilson, saw a need in the...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Sat, July 18, 2026 10:12am |
| Ezra Jin describes harsh prison conditions in first comments since release from China Days after reuniting with his family for the first time in eight years on the eve of America’s 250th anniversary, Chinese house church Pastor Ezra Jin Mingri has vowed not to rest until he sees the release of eight other church members still behind bars in China, where they are confined to cramped cells and must sleep on floor mats in blistering heat. Jin, 56, was released from detention last week after 266 days in a Chinese prison. He was detained along with 28 other leaders and members of Beijing Zion Church last October. His release came less than two months after President Donald Trump raised his case with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing. In an op-ed published by The Wall Street Journal, the founder of Beijing Zion Church expressed hope that his release might mark a “new chapter for...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Mon, July 20, 2026 10:55am |
| US House passes bill to halt Nigeria aid over Christian killings An effort to withhold 100% of United States aid to Nigeria until the Nigerian government takes effective steps "to prevent and respond to violence in the country" has passed the U.S. House of Representatives. The provision is part of the Fiscal Year 2027 National Security, Department of State and Related Programs Appropriations Act, which the House passed on Wednesday. The legislation still requires approval by the Senate and President Donald Trump's signature before it can become law. The bill originally proposed withholding 50% of U.S. assistance to Nigeria. However, lawmakers approved an amendment by Rep. Greg Steube, R-Fla., to increase that to 100% until the U.S. secretary of state certifies that Nigeria is taking effective action to protect Christians and hold perpetrators of...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Mon, July 20, 2026 11:02am |
| Is porn use grounds for divorce in a Christian marriage? Theologians have debated for many years whether porn use within marriage is grounds for divorce, but very rarely are the questions behind that question ever addressed. From my experience, unless you're at the Master's Conference or the Southern Baptist Convention, if someone's asking this question, it's probably not because they're looking for a theological, intellectual answer. It's likely deeply emotionally loaded. Prince William Wants His Mistress To Be Accepted By Royal Family If, for example, a betrayed spouse asks this question, she may be feeling a sense of, “Am I forever going to be married to a man that's not who I thought I married and is breaking my heart every single day?” She may be wondering, “Is God okay with my husband breaking my heart and breaking me?” She may be wrestling with...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Mon, July 20, 2026 11:13am |
| Your church is unhealthy for one simple reason Every church wants to be healthy. Pastors and congregants want better discipleship, stronger leadership pipelines, healthier finances, more volunteers, and greater unity. Those are all worthwhile goals, but none of them sit at the source. They are downstream realities. If people are not coming to Christ, then every other measure of health will eventually weaken. You cannot disciple the lost into maturity. You cannot assimilate people who never arrive. You cannot build a leadership pipeline if no new believers are entering the life of the church. Evangelism is not one ministry among many. Evangelism is the headwaters of all church health. Paul makes this logic unmistakable in Romans 10:14–15. How will people call on Christ unless they believe? How will they believe unless they hear? How will...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Mon, July 20, 2026 11:15am |
| Players on Opposing World Cup Teams Go Viral for Joining Together in Prayer A remarkable display of unity and faith emerged at the World Cup when opposing teams, France and England, gathered for a powerful post-match prayer that quickly went viral.  A World Cup tournament marked by bold expressions of faith ended with one of its most memorable moments Saturday, when members of France and England – opposing teams – gathered at midfield in prayer following the third-place match. The scene stood in sharp contrast to the scuffle that marred the end of Sunday’s championship game, but it also stood out for its remarkable display of unity. Although it was common throughout the tournament for teams and individual players to pray postgame, it was far less common to see members of opposing teams...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Tue, July 21, 2026 11:14am |
| Texas TV Meteorologist Prays Live During Storm: 'God, Your Sovereignty Is What We Lean into' During a live broadcast warning about dangerous floodwaters, veteran meteorologist Bill Taylor took an unprecedented step, pausing his forecast to pray for motorists' safety.  As veteran meteorologist Bill Taylor watched devastating storms unleash flooding across the Texas Hill Country last week, he did more than deliver the forecast – he paused to pray live on the air. The San Antonio KENS 5 meteorologist was standing in front of the radar map Wednesday evening, warning viewers about rapidly rising floodwaters, when he realized the storm was bearing down on a busy highway filled with motorists. So Taylor, who has been with the station since 1996, paused his forecast to pray. Relevant posted a video of the...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Tue, July 21, 2026 11:20am |
| Justin Bieber Performs Faith-Filled Song 'Everything Hallelujah' at World Cup Final Pop superstar Justin Bieber surprised fans with a poignant acoustic rendition of his song “Everything Hallelujah” during the 2026 FIFA World Cup halftime show.  Pop star Justin Bieber delivered a rendition of his song “Everything Hallelujah” during the halftime show of the final match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Bieber, who only played the song on acoustic guitar, was a co-headliner at the halftime show along with other well-known musicians, including Shakira, Madonna and BTS at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, Billboard reported. The segment featuring the pop singer, introduced by actor Jason Sudeikis, who portrayed his character, Ted Lasso, an American football coach who leads a UK soccer team in...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Wed, July 22, 2026 11:50am |
| 2,600-Year-Old Charred Beams from Solomon's Temple Era Unearthed in Jerusalem Archaeologists have made a truly remarkable discovery, unearthing massive charred wooden beams from the destruction of Solomon's Temple in 586 B.C., a pivotal event documented in biblical history.  The book of 2 Kings records one of the pivotal events in biblical history, when King Nebuchadnezzar and the Babylonian army invaded Jerusalem in 586 B.C., burned Solomon’s Temple and carried off its prized treasures. The city’s fall fulfilled biblical prophecy and forever altered the course of Israel's history. Now, 2,600 years later, archaeologists in modern-day Israel have uncovered massive charred wooden beams from the temple’s destruction in one of the most remarkable biblical archaeology discoveries of the modern...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Wed, July 22, 2026 11:53am |
| Thousands Sign Petition in Support of Teacher Fired Over Abortion Answer A long-serving Catholic teacher in Scotland was fired after sharing her faith-based opposition to abortion with students, igniting a petition signed by over 19,000 supporters.  More than 19,000 people have signed a petition in support of a Catholic teacher who was dismissed after answering a student's question about abortion, telling students that, given her faith, she did not support it. Sarah Morse, 66, a Catholic teacher with 20 years of experience, was teaching a history class at Arbroath High School in Scotland, The Christian Post reported. At the time, the students asked her questions, seeking her opinions across many subjects. Those topics, according to the outlet, included questions about President Donald Trump and...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Wed, July 22, 2026 11:56am |
| Evangelicals' Views of Israel Decline but Still Outpace Other Religious Groups, Pew Finds A new Pew Research Center survey reveals a significant and widespread decline in American public opinion towards Israel, a striking shift evident even among its most traditionally supportive demographics.  Evangelicals’ views of Israel have become less favorable in recent years, although they remain far more positive than those of most, if not all, other major religious groups, according to a new Pew Research Center survey. The survey also found that Americans as a whole have become less positive toward Israel, with favorable views of the Israeli people falling from 67 percent in 2022 to 52 percent today – a sharp decline that has almost certainly been influenced by the war in Gaza. Views of the Israeli government are even more...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Yesterday at 3:03pm |
| Defunct Vermont College to be Reborn as Christ-Centered 'Z University' A $200 million Vermont college campus is set for a dramatic transformation into a global "Christ-centered university" under the vision of Florida evangelist Tommie Zito.  Florida evangelist Tommie Zito plans to turn a $200 million Vermont campus into a “Christ-centered university.” According to Faithwire, Zito made a deal with whiskey maven Raj Bhakta, the founder of WhistlePig Whiskey, who plans to give away a $200 million college campus in Poultney, Vermont, formerly known as the Methodist-affiliated Green Mountain College. “When we forget that there is a God above us who gives us the rules, we don’t make them — forgetting that is what has caused this crazy culture to emerge of hopelessness, and selfishness, and crazy ideas,” Bhakta previously told CBN News back in...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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| Ministry Outreach Push Looks to Reach 1 Million People in Europe in July Thousands of Christian ministries and churches have launched "The Millionth Month," an ambitious July campaign to share the Gospel with one million people across Europe.  Thousands of volunteers from dozens of Christian ministries and local churches across Europe are working to share the Gospel, hoping to reach 1 million people for Christ, during the month of July. The campaign titled "The Millionth Month" began on July 3, 2026, and will conclude on July 31, 2026. The ambitious outreach campaign will take place in multiple countries and cities throughout Europe, including Dublin, Frankfurt, Barcelona, Tallinn, Helsinki and Zurich, just to name a few, The Christian Post reported. “The Lord has placed a vision in our hearts to see...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Today at 10:35am |
| Skillet's John Cooper Urges Christians to Display Grace in Age of Outrage on Social Media Skillet frontman John Cooper fearlessly confronts society's "brokenness" and the "cesspool" of social media, revealing how these themes inspired their hit new single and his unique advice for Christians online.  The frontman for the band Skillet isn't afraid to tackle topics that can spark debate, whether he's talking about his Christian faith, the state of society or life in general. But once he’s shared his thoughts, he rarely sticks around to read the responses. As far as he's concerned, there's little value in it. “There's no reason to, because people find a sick sort of satisfaction in being as rude as they can,” John Cooper told Crosswalk Headlines. Cooper’s critique of social media is partially the inspiration behind the band’s new hit single "Scream," which is a commentary...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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Today at 10:39am |
| Chuck Swindoll Shares the Topic He'd Preach if He Had 1 Final Sermon Discover the profound final message legendary pastor Charles Swindoll would deliver if he had just one sermon left to preach, a topic he believes is more crucial than ever.  Charles “Chuck” Swindoll has delivered thousands of sermons and written dozens of books, but if he had only one final message to preach, he says, it would be about God's grace. The 91-year-old said as much during a new interview with pastor Greg Laurie, who asked the legendary minister if he were to deliver one last sermon, what his text and topic would be. Swindoll, who founded Insight for Living and pastored churches for more than five decades, paused for several seconds before answering. “I believe I would speak on the grace of God,” Swindoll...more Go top of page Go bottom of page |
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