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Top headlines for Friday, June 12, 2026Arizona megachurch Christ's Church of the Valley wins a 19-acre public land auction for a new campus, former Harvest Christian Fellowship pastor Paul Havsgaard asks a federal court to dismiss a sweeping abuse lawsuit tied to church-run homes in Romania, and pastor Douglas Wilson stirs debate by calling Mormonism a non-Christian faith amid a Pentagon dispute over religious labels. Also, Oxford mathematician John Lennox warns that AI is becoming a false god for some, a Long Island town pushes back on New York's move to replace “mother” and “father” in parts of state law, a new U.N. report accuses Hamas of ruling Gaza through murder and torture, and Southern Baptists approve a slate of resolutions on assisted suicide, political violence and America's 250th anniversary.00:11 Christ's Church of the Valley wins 19-acre land auction00:59 Paul Havsgaard asks court to dismiss abuse lawsuit01:49 Doug Wilson calls Mormons 'polytheists' amid Pentagon dust-up02:41 John Lennox, Steven Bartlett talk AI, Christ on 'Diary of a CEO'03:27 Town preserves 'mother' and 'father' after state bill advances04:14 UN report finds Hamas is controlling Gaza with murder, torture05:09 SBC 2026: 5 key resolutions passed in OrlandoSubscribe to this PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsOvercastFollow Us on Social Media@ChristianPost on TwitterChristian Post on Facebook@ChristianPostIntl on InstagramSubscribe on YouTubeGet the Edifi AppDownload for iPhoneDownload for AndroidSubscribe to Our NewsletterSubscribe to the Freedom Post, delivered every Monday and ThursdayClick here to get the top headlines delivered to your inbox every morning!Links to the NewsChrist's Church of the Valley wins 19-acre land auction | Church & MinistriesPaul Havsgaard asks court to dismiss abuse lawsuit | U.S.Doug Wilson calls Mormons 'polytheists' amid Pentagon dust-up | PoliticsJohn Lennox, Steven Bartlett talk AI, Christ on 'Diary of a CEO' | WorldTown preserves 'mother' and 'father' after state bill advances | PoliticsUN report finds Hamas is controlling Gaza with murder, torture | WorldSBC 2026: 5 key resolutions passed in Orlando | Church & Ministries

Top headlines for Thursday, June 11, 2026JD Vance opens up about drifting from faith and finding his way back, a new Gallup poll shows Americans growing more conservative on several major social issues, and primary results in key states highlight Donald Trump's continued sway over Republican voters ahead of the 2026 midterms.Plus, Bethany Christian Services sharpens its Christian identity, Mike Johnson and Raphael Warnock meet after a public clash over faith and politics, the Southern Baptist Convention advances a measure restricting women in pastoral roles, and a Minnesota bakery faces backlash for launching “Nuclear Family Month” as an alternative to Pride Month.00:11 Vance says lack of Christian friendships drew him away from faith00:54 Fewer Americans think birth control, premarital sex are OK: poll01:47 5 highlights from Tuesday's elections02:37 Bethany Christian Services reaffirms Statement of Faith03:23 Warnock meets with House Speaker Mike Johnson after criticism04:11 SBC passes amendment banning female pastors, elders05:05 Small town bakery counters pride month, faces backlashSubscribe to this PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsOvercastFollow Us on Social Media@ChristianPost on TwitterChristian Post on Facebook@ChristianPostIntl on InstagramSubscribe on YouTubeGet the Edifi AppDownload for iPhoneDownload for AndroidSubscribe to Our NewsletterSubscribe to the Freedom Post, delivered every Monday and ThursdayClick here to get the top headlines delivered to your inbox every morning!Links to the NewsVance says lack of Christian friendships drew him away from faith | PoliticsFewer Americans think birth control, premarital sex are OK: poll | Politics5 highlights from Tuesday's elections | PoliticsBethany Christian Services reaffirms Statement of Faith | Church & MinistriesWarnock meets with House Speaker Mike Johnson after criticism | PoliticsSBC passes amendment banning female pastors, elders | Church & MinistriesSmall town bakery counters pride month, faces backlash | Business

In 1985, 67% of Americans rated pastors high in honesty and ethics. Today? Just 27% - and only 17% among those under 35. It's one of the steepest trust declines of any profession. The question isn't if this affects your church - it does. The question is what you do about it.   ============================= Table of Contents: ============================= 0:00 - Intro 1:15 - The Numbers Are Worse Than You Think 3:38 - Why This Happened 13:18 - How to Rebuild Trust Through Communications   THE 167 NEWSLETTER

Visit Crossmap.com — your trusted source for inspiration and life-changing stories from people of faith.Top headlines for Wednesday, June 10, 2026Florida pastor Willy Rice is elected president of the Southern Baptist Convention, outgoing SBC chief Clint Pressley urges Baptists to “hate pride,” and Cities Church pastor Jonathan Parnell opens the SBC annual meeting in prayer months after anti-ICE protesters disrupted worship at his church. Plus, a Texas jury convicts Karmelo Anthony in the stabbing death of Austin Metcalf, a brutal knife attack in Belfast sparks renewed debate over immigration in the U.K., Bill Maher says late Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk “wasn't a monster,” and British YouTuber Joe Weller says he has become a Christian after hitting rock bottom.00:11 Willy Rice elected Southern Baptist Convention president01:03 Karmelo Anthony convicted of murder in death of Austin Metcalf01:49 Cities Church pastor gives prayer at SBC Annual Meeting02:41 British MP warns of 'uncontrolled' migration after Belfast attack03:30 Clint Pressley says Southern Baptists must ‘learn to hate pride'04:21 Bill Maher defends Charlie Kirk: 'Wasn't a monster'05:05 Joe Weller says he's found Jesus after hitting rock bottomSubscribe to this PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsOvercastFollow Us on Social Media@ChristianPost on TwitterChristian Post on Facebook@ChristianPostIntl on InstagramSubscribe on YouTubeGet the Edifi AppDownload for iPhoneDownload for AndroidSubscribe to Our NewsletterSubscribe to the Freedom Post, delivered every Monday and ThursdayClick here to get the top headlines delivered to your inbox every morning!Links to the NewsWilly Rice elected Southern Baptist Convention president | Church & MinistriesKarmelo Anthony convicted of murder in death of Austin Metcalf | U.S.Cities Church pastor gives prayer at SBC Annual Meeting | Church & MinistriesBritish MP warns of 'uncontrolled' migration after Belfast attack | WorldClint Pressley says Southern Baptists must ‘learn to hate pride' | Church & MinistriesBill Maher defends Charlie Kirk: 'Wasn't a monster' | PodcastJoe Weller says he's found Jesus after hitting rock bottom | Entertainment

Top headlines for Tuesday, June 9, 2026Steven Spielberg says his upcoming film “Disclosure Day” will explore the spiritual fallout of confirming extraterrestrial life, the Pentagon revises its religious affiliation list after backlash over how Latter-day Saints were categorized, and former Newsboys frontman John James shares a message of repentance and redemption in a new memoir. Plus, Ukraine presses for the Russian Orthodox Church to be expelled from the World Council of Churches, a women-in-ministry billboard stirs debate ahead of the Southern Baptist Convention's annual meeting, influencer couple Jesse and Ashley Ridgway defend aborting a baby diagnosed with Down syndrome, and Vice President J.D. Vance reflects on faith, fatherhood and the legacy of Charlie Kirk.00:11 Steven Spielberg says 'Disclosure Day' will touch on Christianity00:59 Pentagon amends 'Christian' designations after Mormon complaints01:49 Former Newsboys frontman shares his testimony of hope02:38 Ukrainian official wants Russian church expelled from WCC03:31 Billboard challenges SBC on women pastor ahead of Annual Meeting04:26 YouTuber Jesse Ridgway defends aborting baby with Down syndrome05:09 What JD Vance learned about faith, fatherhood from Charlie KirkSubscribe to this PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsOvercastFollow Us on Social Media@ChristianPost on TwitterChristian Post on Facebook@ChristianPostIntl on InstagramSubscribe on YouTubeGet the Edifi AppDownload for iPhoneDownload for AndroidSubscribe to Our NewsletterSubscribe to the Freedom Post, delivered every Monday and ThursdayClick here to get the top headlines delivered to your inbox every morning!Links to the NewsSteven Spielberg says 'Disclosure Day' will touch on Christianity | EntertainmentPentagon amends 'Christian' designations after Mormon complaints | PoliticsFormer Newsboys frontman shares his testimony of hope | BiographiesUkrainian official wants Russian church expelled from WCC | Church & MinistriesBillboard challenges SBC on women pastor ahead of Annual Meeting | Church & MinistriesYouTuber Jesse Ridgway defends aborting baby with Down syndrome | U.S.What JD Vance learned about faith, fatherhood from Charlie Kirk | Politics

Top headlines for Monday, June 8, 2026The Pentagon cuts its list of recognized religious affiliations from 211 to 31, sparking accusations of Christian nationalism; a Michigan church and an Iowa megachurch battle city officials over ministries tied to feeding and serving their communities; and Pastor Mark Driscoll threatens legal action after former ministry leaders resign amid allegations of a church split. Plus, Brendan Fraser reflects on playing Dwight Eisenhower in Pressure, Ben Sasse warns of a growing crisis of male loneliness, and a Texas mayor declares June “Nuclear Family Month."00:11 Dept. of War removes about 180 belief systems from religion list01:07 Church says city targeting food pantry over religious beliefs01:55 Mark Driscoll threatens legal action against former leaders02:43 Brendan Fraser on playing Dwight Eisenhower in 'Pressure'03:30 Iowa city rejects megachurch's request to move into former bank04:20 Ben Sasse warns about male loneliness, negative effects of school05:09 Texas city makes Nuclear Family Month proclamationSubscribe to this PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsOvercastFollow Us on Social Media@ChristianPost on TwitterChristian Post on Facebook@ChristianPostIntl on InstagramSubscribe on YouTubeGet the Edifi AppDownload for iPhoneDownload for AndroidSubscribe to Our NewsletterSubscribe to the Freedom Post, delivered every Monday and ThursdayClick here to get the top headlines delivered to your inbox every morning!Links to the NewsDept. of War removes about 180 belief systems from religion list | PoliticsChurch says city targeting food pantry over religious beliefs | Church & MinistriesMark Driscoll threatens legal action against former leaders | Church & MinistriesBrendan Fraser on playing Dwight Eisenhower in 'Pressure'Iowa city rejects megachurch's request to move into former bank | Church & MinistriesBen Sasse warns about male loneliness, negative effects of school | PoliticsTexas city makes Nuclear Family Month proclamation | U.S.

Top headlines for Friday, June 5, 2026A viral sermon from Texas Senate candidate James Talarico stirs fresh debate over abortion and doctrine, Pastor Shane Idleman reveals a serious cancer diagnosis while saying his “treatment plan is Jesus,” and a missing Los Alamos lab employee is found dead in New Mexico. Plus, Washington's archbishop removes a longtime exorcist over UFO-and-demon comments, Texas AG Ken Paxton sues Denton over a Pride swim event, Sesame Street faces backlash for a Pride Month post, and author Os Guinness receives the William Wilberforce Award.00:11 4 quotes from Talarico's now-viral 2022 sermon01:00 Pastor Shane Idleman is trusting God after cancer diagnosis01:46 Missing nuclear lab worker found dead in New Mexico02:40 DC archbishop removes chief exorcist over UFO claims03:29 Texas city sued over 'Big Gay Swim' event04:18 Sesame Street continues sexual messaging with pride post05:07 Os Guinness receives William Wilberforce Award from Colson CenterSubscribe to this PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsOvercastFollow Us on Social Media@ChristianPost on TwitterChristian Post on Facebook@ChristianPostIntl on InstagramSubscribe on YouTubeGet the Edifi AppDownload for iPhoneDownload for AndroidSubscribe to Our NewsletterSubscribe to the Freedom Post, delivered every Monday and ThursdayClick here to get the top headlines delivered to your inbox every morning!Links to the News4 quotes from Talarico's now-viral 2022 sermon | PoliticsPastor Shane Idleman is trusting God after cancer diagnosis | Church & MinistriesMissing nuclear lab worker found dead in New Mexico | U.S.DC archbishop removes chief exorcist over UFO claims | Church & MinistriesTexas city sued over 'Big Gay Swim' event | U.S. Sesame Street continues sexual messaging with pride post | U.S.Os Guinness receives William Wilberforce Award from Colson Center | Church & Ministries

Top headlines for Thursday, June 4, 2026President Donald Trump confirms he called Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu “crazy” during a heated dispute over Lebanon, primary voters across six states reshape key 2026 midterm races with a notable loss for a Trump-backed candidate in Iowa, and Jackie Hill Perry responds to Pride Month backlash by urging Christians to stop defending themselves online and “preach the Gospel.”00:11 Trump confirms calling Netanyahu 'crazy' in expletive-laden call00:53 5 highlights from Tuesday's primaries01:47 Jackie Hill Perry responds to ‘pride month' debate02:34 Iran's morality police kill woman for not wearing hijab: report03:23 Bethel Church announces major reforms04:14 Most MLB teams plug pride month, half plan to host faith nights05:05 Trump admin. adorns Freedom Plaza with Revolutionary War statuesSubscribe to this PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsOvercastFollow Us on Social Media@ChristianPost on TwitterChristian Post on Facebook@ChristianPostIntl on InstagramSubscribe on YouTubeGet the Edifi AppDownload for iPhoneDownload for AndroidSubscribe to Our NewsletterSubscribe to the Freedom Post, delivered every Monday and ThursdayClick here to get the top headlines delivered to your inbox every morning!Links to the NewsTrump confirms calling Netanyahu 'crazy' in expletive-laden call | Politics5 highlights from Tuesday's primaries | PoliticsJackie Hill Perry responds to ‘pride month' debate | Living Iran's morality police kill woman for not wearing hijab: report | WorldBethel Church announces major reforms | Church & MinistriesMost MLB teams plug pride month, half plan to host faith nights | SportsTrump admin. adorns Freedom Plaza with Revolutionary War statues | U.S.

Visit Crossmap.com — your trusted source for inspiration and life-changing stories from people of faith.Top headlines for Wednesday, June 3, 2026Trey Falwell's $1.75 million lawsuit against Liberty University, backlash over Elevation College's nearly $20,000 annual cost, warnings from an Orthodox priest about porn's impact on identity, and tech leaders sounding alarms over AI creators “building a deity.”00:11 Trey Falwell files $1.75M lawsuit against Liberty University01:04 Elevation College tuition, housing will cost up to $20k annually02:02 Orthodox priest claims porn afflicting 'all men and most women'02:49 Tech podcast warns AI leaders 'envisioning a deity of sorts'03:40 Judge rules against Planned Parenthood's motion to kill RICO suit05:19 Anne Wilson on faith, identity and standing apart06:02 Trump says cancel America 250 concert after artists pull outSubscribe to this PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsOvercastFollow Us on Social Media@ChristianPost on TwitterChristian Post on Facebook@ChristianPostIntl on InstagramSubscribe on YouTubeGet the Edifi AppDownload for iPhoneDownload for AndroidSubscribe to Our NewsletterSubscribe to the Freedom Post, delivered every Monday and ThursdayClick here to get the top headlines delivered to your inbox every morning!Links to the NewsTrey Falwell files $1.75M lawsuit against Liberty University | EducationElevation College tuition, housing will cost up to $20k annually | EducationOrthodox priest claims porn afflicting 'all men and most women' | PodcastTech podcast warns AI leaders 'envisioning a deity of sorts' | U.S.Judge rules against Planned Parenthood's motion to kill RICO suit | U.S.Anne Wilson on faith, identity and standing apart | Church & ministryTrump says cancel America 250 concert after artists pull out | U.S.

¿Son estas experiencias algún tipo de encuentro demoníaco? (Entrevista en Castellano). Como invitado en el programa el investigador y autor Jorge R. Valls. Ahora llegamos a la última explicación paranormal, y probablemente, para las abducciones extraterrestres: el encuentro demoníaco. A lo largo de los años en la iglesia carismática y el ministerio del que formo parte, he escuchado a muchas personas afirmar que estos encuentros de abducción extraterrestre son en realidad encuentros con demonios. La razón principal por la que hacen esta afirmación es que existen casos documentados de personas abducidas por extraterrestres que invocan el nombre de Jesús y el encuentro se detiene repentinamente y termina. Un artículo de 2024 en el Christian Post dice: “Gary Bates ha investigado este tema durante más de 25 años. Como autor de bestsellers sobre el tema y también autor de una película premiada sobre 'extraterrestres' y ovnis, Gary dijo: 'Tengo conocimiento de más de 400 casos en los que estos secuestros se detuvieron cuando personas invocaron el nombre de Jesucristo... en el instante en que se pronunció su nombre, cesó'”. Aunque Gary afirma tener más de 400 casos en los que estos secuestros fueron detenidos cuando la persona secuestrada invocó el nombre de Jesús, me resultó difícil encontrarlos en internet. Sin embargo, sí encontré uno en Quora (citado textualmente): No sé si todavía te interesa la respuesta, pero una noche estaba solo en casa en el campo. No había vecinos a kilómetros a la redonda; mis padres habían salido a cenar con unos amigos. Salí de casa para dar de comer a los gatos que vivían fuera, y al mirar a mi derecha, vi una enorme luz azul. La luz casi tenía vida propia, como si se moviera como agua, y luego otras esferas goteaban de ella y la rodeaban, apareciendo a menudo de nuevo en la esfera principal. Después de cagarme de miedo y tratar de contactar con mi madre durante unos siete minutos, todas las esferas más pequeñas se fusionaron con la esfera más grande y esta se desvaneció. Días después, la experiencia de parálisis del sueño más horrible de mi vida. Desperté bruscamente en un lugar muy brillante; cuatro seres estaban sobre mí. Parecían alienígenas grises, pero las películas no se les acercan. Parecían completamente sin alma, casi como insectos, pero el negro de sus ojos te llena el alma de un miedo inimaginable. Intenté moverme y no pude, de repente me vino a la mente decir Jesús, lo llamé, pero no pude pronunciar las palabras, finalmente lo dije JESÚS. Me desperté en la cama empapado en sudor con un dolor de cabeza insoportable; no volví a dormir esa noche ni la siguiente. No tengo ni idea de si fue real o una manifestación de esa época tan estresante de mi vida. Desde entonces, sufro de ansiedad severa y despersonalización/desrealización. Si alguien piensa que le encantaría conocer a un extraterrestre, se desmayaría con solo mirarlo a los ojos antes de que su cerebro pudiera procesarlo. La peor experiencia de mi vida. Hay poder en el nombre de Jesús. Si esa experiencia ocurrió en la realidad física, al menos me devolvieron el trasero y no me llevaron para siempre. Si bien el hecho de que el encuentro termine después de que la persona abducida invoque el nombre de Jesús es un buen comienzo, no creo que sea suficiente por sí solo para calificar estos secuestros extraterrestres como encuentros demoníacos. Puerta de entrada al más allá. En el caso de una ECM (experiencia cercana a la muerte), la puerta de entrada al más allá, por así decirlo, suele abrirse a raíz de algún accidente, crisis de salud u otro evento traumático. No veo nada de eso en ninguno de estos cinco relatos sobre extraterrestres. Experiencia extracorporal (EEC). Si bien quienes afirman haber sido abducidos por extraterrestres suelen dar a entender que estuvieron en sus cuerpos físicos todo el tiempo, a menudo describen haber flotado o haber sido elevados hacia una luz brillante (generalmente en el cielo), lo cual coincide con lo que cabría esperar en una EEC. Sentidos agudizados. Quienes han tenido encuentros con extraterrestres no suelen reportar una mayor agudeza sensorial como quienes han tenido experiencias cercanas a la muerte, en las que todos sus sentidos se intensifican al máximo. Sin embargo, muchos describen con gran detalle cómo se sintieron al ser sondeados o examinados, lo cual considero evidencia suficiente de una mayor agudeza sensorial. Encuentros con otros seres. En estos encuentros con extraterrestres, afirman rotundamente haber tenido encuentros con otros seres. Revisión de vida. No tengo conocimiento de ninguna experiencia en encuentros con extraterrestres que pueda compararse con una revisión de vida. Encuentros con reinos de otro mundo (celestiales o infernales). Algunas personas afirman haber visto cosas fantásticas y de otro mundo durante sus encuentros con extraterrestres. Como mínimo, ser transportado a una nave alienígena se consideraría dentro de esta categoría. Aprendizaje de conocimientos especiales. Ninguno de estos casos implica necesariamente regresar con conocimientos especiales, por lo que este no aplica, al menos no en estos ejemplos específicos. Regreso a tu cuerpo terrenal. Muchas personas que han experimentado abducciones extraterrestres informan de algún tipo de proceso de regreso a sus cuerpos. Facebook grupo Secrets del Pirineu Telegram: [https://t.me/.../FSW-COI...//t.me/joinchat/FSW-COI-ZiUtQ0Aj) Ràdio Caldes 107.8 fm y www.radiocaldes.cat areahermeticaradio@gmail

Top headlines for Tuesday, June 2, 2026The Supreme Court lets a California parental-notification case stand, a Texas principal resigns after controversy over Quran distribution at a public high school, and Franklin Graham draws thousands to Madrid for the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association's Festival of Hope.00:11 Doctor disciplined after assessing patient's at coffee shop01:01 Nationals fire top official after comments on Christian pitcher01:50 Thousands attend BGEA's Festival of Hope in Madrid02:43 Supreme Court rejects parental notification case03:34 Principal resigns after Islamic groups distributed Quran copies04:28 Milly Alcock faces backlash for dismissing ‘Christian Dads'05:15 Brandon Lake takes top K-LOVE Fan AwardsSubscribe to this PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsOvercastFollow Us on Social Media@ChristianPost on TwitterChristian Post on Facebook@ChristianPostIntl on InstagramSubscribe on YouTubeGet the Edifi AppDownload for iPhoneDownload for AndroidSubscribe to Our NewsletterSubscribe to the Freedom Post, delivered every Monday and ThursdayClick here to get the top headlines delivered to your inbox every morning!Links to the NewsDoctor disciplined after assessing patient's at coffee shop | WorldNationals fire top official after comments on Christian pitcher | SportsThousands attend BGEA's Festival of Hope in Madrid | WorldSupreme Court rejects parental notification case | PoliticsPrincipal resigns after Islamic groups distributed Quran copies | EducationMilly Alcock faces backlash for dismissing ‘Christian Dads' | EntertainmentBrandon Lake takes top K-LOVE Fan Awards | Entertainment

It's Monday, June 1st, A.D. 2026. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 140 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Adam McManus Egypt grants legal status to 191 church buildings The Egyptian government released an order the week of May 18th granting legal status to 191 church buildings that previously lacked official recognition, reports International Christian Concern. In total, 3,804 churches and related buildings have been approved since the creation of a committee to review churches in 2016, according to Christian Solidarity Worldwide.  Thousands of churches and associated buildings have been built in recent decades. Still, the northeast African country of Egypt maintains a system for approving Christian places of worship that is separate from — and more difficult than — that for Sunni Muslim places of worship. According to Open Doors, Egypt is the 42nd most oppressive country worldwide for Christians. Pope Leo meets with pro-abort, pro-sex perversion Chicago mayor On May 28th, Pope Leo XIV met in a private audience with radical Chicago Democratic mayor Brandon Johnson, during which they reportedly discussed ICE raids in the city, slavery reparations, and the Iran war, but not key moral issues such as abortion and the homosexual transgender agenda, both of which Mayor Johnson supports, reports LifeSiteNews.com. The mayor has a radically pro-abortion and pro-sexual perversion record, previously pledging to offer free Abortion Kill Pills and to prosecute pro-life sidewalk counselors. And, in 2024, the mayor commemorated “National Abortion Provider Appreciation Day.” At the time, Chicago Mayor Johnson said, “We commend the bravery and resilience of abortion providers and look forward to continuing to support their efforts to ensure that reproductive rights are upheld and respected. Together, we can resist attempts to roll back the progress we have made, ensuring Chicago remains a sanctuary for choice.” Notice, he failed to mention that the choice the mother makes is the choice to murder her innocent pre-born baby boy or baby girl. In God's conversation with the prophet Jeremiah, He said, "Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart.” (Jeremiah 1:5) Supreme Court Justice Amy Barrett targeted in attempted swatting U.S. Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett was the target of an apparent “swatting” attempt after an unknown caller falsely reported gunfire at her Virginia residence, reports The Christian Post. On May 27th, Fairfax County police said that a caller contacted the department's nonemergency line claiming to have heard shots fired at Barrett's home. Officers quickly coordinated with Supreme Court Police assigned to the residence and determined the report was false. Texas Governor Abbott blasted Democrat James Talarico Appearing on Fox News Channel, Texas Republican Governor Greg Abbott blasted James Talarico, the Democrat Senatorial candidate, who will face off in the general election against Republican Ken Paxton for U.S. Senate this fall. Listen. ABBOTT: “Talarico himself said he has a record that he's going to run on. Let me tell you quickly about that record, about votes that he cast, not crazy things that he said. But he cast votes that support [Diversity, Equity and Inclusion] in our public schools, support defunding our law enforcement, supports boys in girls' sports, supports transition surgery for minors, supports a state income tax in the state of Texas, supports open border policies. “So, the votes he's cast set a record for how challenging he would be for any average Texan. You know, oftentimes you hear President Trump talk about a 90/10 issue, where 90% of the people are lined up on one side, 10% on the other side. Talarico's votes are on the 10% side.” How a small-town Arkansas man got God on America's money And finally, Matthew Rothert Sr., a Presbyterian furniture manufacturer and avid coin collector born in 1904, was at church in Chicago on June 21, 1953, when he believed the Holy Spirit impressed upon him the idea that the phrase "In God We Trust" should be featured on American banknotes as it did on coins, according to his daughter, Alice Rothert Nelson, reports The Christian Post. She said, "The collection plate was going around, and he felt God tell him that the coins had 'In God We Trust,' but it was the bills that went all around the world. And he believed he should get 'In God We Trust' on the bills of the paper money, and so that started the campaign." By way of background, "In God We Trust" was first engraved on U.S. coins during the Civil War, after Mark Richards Watkinson, a Baptist minister from Pennsylvania, petitioned then-Treasury Secretary Salmon Chase at the end of 1861 to promote "the recognition of the Almighty God in some form in our coins" amid the fading illusion of a short, relatively bloodless conflict. Pastor Watkinson told Chase, "You are probably a Christian. What if our Republic were now shattered beyond recognition? Would not the antiquaries, [those who study history], in succeeding centuries, rightly reason, from our part, we were a heathen nation?" He saw the increasingly brutal, intractable war as a divine chastening that could destroy the country. Expressing hope that honoring God in such a public way "would relieve us from the [disgrace] of heathenism." Watkinson noted, "This would place us openly under the divine protection we have personally claimed. From my heart, I have felt our national shame in disowning God." Salmon Chase and James Pollock, a Presbyterian minister then serving as director of the U.S. Mint, agreed with Watkinson, ultimately leading Congress to pass a law in April 1864 allowing "In God We Trust" on the one- and two-cent pieces. Pollock said, “We claim to be a Christian nation—why should we not vindicate our character by honoring the God of Nations. Our national coinage should do this. Its legends and devices should declare our trust in God—in Him who is "King of Kings and Lord of Lords." AUDIO FROM DIVINE HYMNS: “King of kings and Lord of lords. Glory Hallelujah. King of kings and Lord of lords. Glory Hallelujah.” Revelation 19:16 says, “On [Christ's] robe and on His thigh, He has this name written: 'King of kings and Lord of lords.'” The U.S. Congress passed another law in March 1865 to place the words on all gold and silver coins, which was the last act President Abraham Lincoln signed before his assassination. Nearly a century later, the motto gained renewed attention when the United States found itself embattled again during the global tensions of the Cold War. Seeing its simple declaration of faith as a necessary contrast to the atheist communism that animated the Soviet Union, Matthew Rothert followed Watkinson's example. He gave speeches, rallied support, and fired off many letters to officials, including President Dwight Eisenhower and Treasury Secretary George Humphrey, urging them to add the phrase to paper money. In a 1987 interview, Matthew Rothert, at the age of 83, said, "The Lord seemed to tell me to do this. He put the idea so strongly in my mind that I worked on it until I accomplished my goal. I realized the circulation of American coins was limited to the boundaries of the country, while U.S. paper money circulated worldwide. It looked like Americans were saying they trusted in God only a few cents' worth!" In an unusually swift and bipartisan action, the bill was on President Eisenhower's desk by July 11, 1955. Changing the master dies and printing plates at the Bureau of Engraving and Printing to include "In God We Trust" would typically have been too cost-prohibitive, but, providentially, they were already set to be replaced that year to accommodate a new printing process. And now you know the rest of the story! Close And that's The Worldview on this Monday, June 1st, in the year of our Lord 2026. 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Top headlines for Monday, June 1, 2026A Pew survey finds politics still filling America's pulpits; a California pastor faces new murder and conspiracy charges in a former member's death; a court fight continues over teachers denied religious vaccine exemptions; and the Museum of the Bible launches America 250 programming.00:11 Most churchgoers say clergy talk about politics from pulpit01:04 2nd murder charge filed against pastor in case of missing member01:56 Appeals court urged to uphold $4M verdict in favor of teachers02:47 Talarico recants past statements on sex, gender03:39 Amy Coney Barrett targeted in attempted swatting04:28 Candace Owens challenged over Charlie Kirk, TPUSA successor claim05:14 Museum of the Bible launching new exhibits ahead of America 250Subscribe to this PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsOvercastFollow Us on Social Media@ChristianPost on TwitterChristian Post on Facebook@ChristianPostIntl on InstagramSubscribe on YouTubeGet the Edifi AppDownload for iPhoneDownload for AndroidSubscribe to Our NewsletterSubscribe to the Freedom Post, delivered every Monday and ThursdayClick here to get the top headlines delivered to your inbox every morning!Links to the NewsMost churchgoers say clergy talk about politics from pulpit | U.S.2nd murder charge filed against pastor in case of missing member | U.S.Appeals court urged to uphold $4M verdict in favor of teachers | U.S.Talarico recants past statements on sex, gender | PoliticsAmy Coney Barrett targeted in attempted swatting | U.S.Candace Owens challenged over Charlie Kirk, TPUSA successor claim | U.S.Museum of the Bible launching new exhibits ahead of America 250 | U.S.

Top headlines for Friday, May 29, 2026The U.N. adds Israel to its sexual-violence blacklist, Jill Biden says she feared Joe Biden was having a stroke during his troubled 2024 debate, and Liberty University students appeal after being denied Virginia grants for religious studies. 00:11 UN places Israel on sexual violence blacklist00:58 Jill Biden 'frightened' watching Joe Biden's debate performance01:47 Liberty U students denied state grants for religious studies02:35 Franklin Graham, others blast Talarico for abortion claims03:21 Episcopal diocese gets first openly lesbian bishop in the South04:06 Eli Lilly sues COGIC board member, son, daughter for $200M04:57 Adam Hamilton releases pro-choice, anti-tariff platformSubscribe to this PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsOvercastFollow Us on Social Media@ChristianPost on TwitterChristian Post on Facebook@ChristianPostIntl on InstagramSubscribe on YouTubeGet the Edifi AppDownload for iPhoneDownload for AndroidSubscribe to Our NewsletterSubscribe to the Freedom Post, delivered every Monday and ThursdayClick here to get the top headlines delivered to your inbox every morning!Links to the NewsUN places Israel on sexual violence blacklist | WorldJill Biden 'frightened' watching Joe Biden's debate performance | PoliticsLiberty U students denied state grants for religious studies | PoliticsFranklin Graham, others blast Talarico for abortion claims | PoliticsEpiscopal diocese gets first openly lesbian bishop in the South | Church & MinistriesEli Lilly sues COGIC board member, son, daughter for $200M | U.S.Adam Hamilton releases pro-choice, anti-tariff platform | Politics

Christina  Hello, everyone, I'm Christina Darnell, the managing editor of MinistryWatch. Welcome to the MinistryWatch podcast. In today's extra episode, I talk with Warren Smith about some news items that are slightly (even significantly) outside of our normal charity and philanthropy “beat.” So, Warren, what's up first? Warren I subscribe to Kate Bowler's Substack and read this week that she had spoken at Church of the Resurrection in Kansas City. When she wrote that this United Methodist congregation had 25,000 members, I was a bit incredulous. Christina United Methodist churches do not usually grow that large, especially these days. Warren So, I did some fact-checking, and she is right, though most online sources also say that weekly attendance at the church is closer to 6,000. Still, that is big. The church is centrist in theology and has so far managed to stay in the United Methodist Church without suffering a meltdown in attendance, though its growth has flattened in recent years. I am going to keep my eye on the church. It will be an interesting bellwether for the future of the UMC. Christina Moving on, there's a leadership transition coming up at a significant Christian organization. Warren After nearly six years of service, Kevin Van Horne has stepped down as Executive Director of International Fellowship of Evangelical Students/ USA. His last day was Friday, May 15, 2026. According to a statement from the organization, “Kevin led IFES/USA through a season of significant change, helping to serve our global fellowship and partners well. We are deeply grateful for his leadership and for the ways God has worked through him.” Dave Shepherd (Director of Finance) has been appointed to serve as Interim Executive Director. IFES was a MinistryWatch Shining Light Award winner in 2023 and has maintained excellent ratings from us since then. Christina Warren, I know you are always interested in demographics and statistics. But something special caught your attention this week. Warren That's right, and before I say what that was, let me as some rhetorical questions. What is the most significant problem facing America and the world? Nuclear winter? Global warming? Artificial intelligence? I would submit for your consideration the coming depopulation of the earth. For at least 30 years, most reputable demographers have been saying that the world population growth is slowing and will likely top out soon. By the year 2100 the world will be in the midst of a significant population decline. Christina And one thing that caught your attention is just how much this population decline will impact all areas of life on earth. Warren That's right. This decline will have enormous implications for every aspect of life. Cities built for millions of people will disappear, leaving a rotting infrastructure. Economic growth will be impossible. We are already seeing towns in the Midwest and West disappear. That trend will accelerate. Christina I've got to admit, Warren, that that sounds a bit melodramatic. Warren I think it's fair to be skeptical, but population demographics is one area of social science that has pretty sound prediction models. Birth rates have fallen to record lows, and they don't change that much from year to year. So it's actually pretty easy to predict what the population will be in the future. And the numbers don't look good. But if these predictions seem a bit melodramatic to you, I suggest reading a new article from The Atlantic, The Great Depopulation. A world with a shrinking and aging population will offer great opportunities for ministry, but for almost every country on the planet, it will be a culturally wrenching reality. Christina On May 17, an event called ReDedicate 250 brought speakers to the National Mall in Washington. The speakers included Eric Metaxas, Mark Driscoll, Sean Feucht, and Greg Locke – all men we've written about here at MinistsryWatch. Warren That's right. They are a part of what some are now calling the Dissident Christian Right. Christina What does that mean? Warren They are not quite Christian Nationalist, but not mainstream evangelical, either. Most assessments have judged the event as kind of a bust. A few thousand people attended, but DCR pundits had predicted many more. For example, The Christian Post reported that Robert Jeffress predicted the gathering “could be the nation's largest religious gathering in more than 50 years.” It is not clear what the attendance figures for this event forbode for the DCR movement, but the weak attendance was a surprise to me and to many who have been following the movement. Christina And there was a notable passing last week. Warren My friend Bob Woodson died last week at the age of 89. If you do not know about Bob's life and the legacy he leaves behind, I recommend reading John Stonestreet's excellent tribute. It was an honor for me to be a part of the Colson Center team that presented Bob with a Wilberforce Award in 2018. He was sui generis. One of one. I will miss him personally, and our country will miss his leadership. I helped arrange a trip for him to The King's College in 2010 to do a live interview with Marvin Olasky. That interview is worth a listen, and you can find it here. Christina Warren, you've mentioned before, that you are a fan of Carey Nieuwhof's leadership podcast. This week he dropped one of his most personal episodes ever. Warren He recounts how, about 20 years ago, he experienced a period of profound burnout. It is part of a two-part series on how to avoid burning out. I strongly recommend it. You can find the first episode here. Christina Warren, we need to wrap things up here. Any final thoughts before we go? Warren I'll be in Knoxville this week attending an event hosted by my former colleagues and good friends at The Colson Center for Christian Worldview. If you'd like to have lunch with me on Friday, let me hear from you. I'll be doing similar lunches in Denver and Colorado Springs in June. Let me know if you would like to join us. My email is wsmith@ministrywatch.com. Christina That brings to a close this EXTRA episode of the podcast. The producer for today's program is Jeff McIntosh. I'm Christina Darnell, along with Warren Smith. Until next time, may God bless you.

Visit Crossmap.com — your trusted source for inspiration and life-changing stories from people of faith.Top headlines for Thursday, May 28, 2026A $225,000 free-speech settlement at Ball State, backlash after a minister told a teen to eat a Bible page, Elon Musk's “Jesus-level” Neuralink claims, and Joe Biden's lawsuit to block release of ghostwriter interview recordings.00:11 Indiana university employee fired over Kirk post receives $225K01:02 Kevin Leal orders teen to eat page from Bible01:47 Elon Musk predicts 'Jesus-level miracles of science'03:28 Most Planned Parenthood clinics offer 'sex-rejecting procedures'04:18 California courts testing AI clerk to assist judges with case pre05:12 Mike Winger takes sabbatical after ‘cover-up culture' series05:59 Biden sues to block release of interviews with ghostwriterSubscribe to this PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsOvercastFollow Us on Social Media@ChristianPost on TwitterChristian Post on Facebook@ChristianPostIntl on InstagramSubscribe on YouTubeGet the Edifi AppDownload for iPhoneDownload for AndroidSubscribe to Our NewsletterSubscribe to the Freedom Post, delivered every Monday and ThursdayClick here to get the top headlines delivered to your inbox every morning!Links to the NewsIndiana university employee fired over Kirk post receives $225K | EducationKevin Leal orders teen to eat page from Bible | Church & MinistriesElon Musk predicts 'Jesus-level miracles of science' | BusinessMost Planned Parenthood clinics offer 'sex-rejecting procedures' | PoliticsCalifornia courts testing AI clerk to assist judges with case pre | U.S.Mike Winger takes sabbatical after ‘cover-up culture' series | Church & MinistriesBiden sues to block release of interviews with ghostwriter | Politics

Top headlines for Wednesday, May 27, 2026U.S. forces strike Iranian missile sites and boats near the Strait of Hormuz, Texas state Rep. James Talarico draws backlash for defending abortion rights through a faith-based argument, and a new adaptation of “Mendel's Messiah” prepares to stream worldwide.00:11 US military strikes Iranian missile launch sites, boats01:02 James Talarico doubles down on pro-abortion stance01:54 World's first Christian smart ring taps users emotional state02:38 Ministry claims Jesus turned up in person at conference03:20 New bill seeks historic $1 billion to secure houses of worship04:13 Supreme Court declines to intervene in USCCB donation lawsuit05:01 Director shares how heavenly encounter inspired Mendel's MessiahSubscribe to this PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsOvercastFollow Us on Social Media@ChristianPost on TwitterChristian Post on Facebook@ChristianPostIntl on InstagramSubscribe on YouTubeGet the Edifi AppDownload for iPhoneDownload for AndroidSubscribe to Our NewsletterSubscribe to the Freedom Post, delivered every Monday and ThursdayClick here to get the top headlines delivered to your inbox every morning!Links to the NewsUS military strikes Iranian missile launch sites, boats | WorldJames Talarico doubles down on pro-abortion stance | PoliticsDirector shares how heavenly encounter inspired Mendel's Messiah | EntertainmentWorld's first Christian smart ring taps users emotional state | BusinessMinistry claims Jesus turned up in person at conference | WorldNew bill seeks historic $1 billion to secure houses of worship | U.S.Supreme Court declines to intervene in USCCB donation lawsuit | U.S.

Top headlines for Tuesday, May 26, 2026Mel Gibson's Resurrection of the Christ release dates, Pope Leo XIV's warning that AI threatens human dignity, an Evangelical outcry over a Trump immigration policy critics say could split families, and a lawsuit alleging an Arkansas church ignored years of abuse warnings.00:11 Release date announced for ‘The Resurrection of the Christ'00:56 Chris Brown touts honorary doctorate from Christian university01:50 Pope Leo XIV challenges AI's ability in first encyclical letter02:38 Evangelical group condemns Trump policy change for immigrants03:29 ISIS chained toddler in heat, forced mom to watch her die04:19 Women sue Assemblies of God church for alleged cover-up of abuse05:07 Joni Lamb's son not speaking at memorial highlights tensionsSubscribe to this PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsOvercastFollow Us on Social Media@ChristianPost on TwitterChristian Post on Facebook@ChristianPostIntl on InstagramSubscribe on YouTubeGet the Edifi AppDownload for iPhoneDownload for AndroidSubscribe to Our NewsletterSubscribe to the Freedom Post, delivered every Monday and ThursdayClick here to get the top headlines delivered to your inbox every morning!Links to the NewsRelease date announced for ‘The Resurrection of the Christ' | EntertainmentChris Brown touts honorary doctorate from Christian university | EntertainmentPope Leo XIV challenges AI's ability in first encyclical letter | Church & MinistriesEvangelical group condemns Trump policy change for immigrants | PoliticsISIS chained toddler in heat, forced mom to watch her die | WorldWomen sue Assemblies of God church for alleged cover-up of abuse | U.S.Joni Lamb's son not speaking at memorial highlights tensions | U.S.

Top headlines for Friday, May 22, 2026Marco Rubio's Cuba Independence Day message and bypassed aid plan, a Bible-reading marathon drawing millions amid calls for revival, new research linking committed religious practice to better mental health, and a California track controversy reigniting debate over transgender athletes in girls' sports.00:11 Marco Rubio sends historic message to Cuban people01:02 Bunni Pounds reflects on millions watching Scripture marathon01:51 Christian school director received payments for enrollment02:43 Church attendance linked to decreased rates of depression: Report03:42 Allie Beth Stuckey slams Avalon rerelease of 'Testify to Love'04:33 Trans athlete shares first wins with girls at track meet05:30 Open Doors event draws 9,000 to Germany for prayer, testimoniesSubscribe to this PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsOvercastFollow Us on Social Media@ChristianPost on TwitterChristian Post on Facebook@ChristianPostIntl on InstagramSubscribe on YouTubeGet the Edifi AppDownload for iPhoneDownload for AndroidSubscribe to Our NewsletterSubscribe to the Freedom Post, delivered every Monday and ThursdayClick here to get the top headlines delivered to your inbox every morning!Links to the NewsMarco Rubio sends historic message to Cuban people | PoliticsBunni Pounds reflects on millions watching Scripture marathonChristian school director received payments for enrollment | U.S.Church attendance linked to decreased rates of depression: Report | Church & MinistriesAllie Beth Stuckey slams Avalon rerelease of 'Testify to Love' | EntertainmentTrans athlete shares first wins with girls at track meet | SportsOpen Doors event draws 9,000 to Germany for prayer, testimonies | World

Visit Crossmap.com — your trusted source for inspiration and life-changing stories from people of faith.Top headlines for Thursday, May 21, 2026Backlash after Katy Tur questioned “God-given rights,” a Virginia court revives the McLean Bible Church election lawsuit, Louisiana strengthens protections against worship service disruptions, and Texas communities push back on a fast-growing AI data center boom.00:11 Texas school districts sharing content from indicted SPLC: report01:13 MS NOW anchor draws backlash for questioning God-given rights02:01 McLean Bible Church lawsuit revived by Virginia appeals court02:58 Louisiana empowers churches to forcibly remove protesters04:40 4 things you need to know about the data center boom in Texas05:32 World Relief responds to Ebola outbreak, US commits $13M06:27 World's tallest Jesus statue being constructed in ArmeniaSubscribe to this PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsOvercastFollow Us on Social Media@ChristianPost on TwitterChristian Post on Facebook@ChristianPostIntl on InstagramSubscribe on YouTubeGet the Edifi AppDownload for iPhoneDownload for AndroidSubscribe to Our NewsletterSubscribe to the Freedom Post, delivered every Monday and ThursdayClick here to get the top headlines delivered to your inbox every morning!Links to the NewsTexas school districts sharing content from indicted SPLC: report | EducationMS NOW anchor draws backlash for questioning God-given rights | U.S.McLean Bible Church lawsuit revived by Virginia appeals court | Church & MinistriesLouisiana empowers churches to forcibly remove protesters | Politics4 things you need to know about the data center boom in Texas | U.S.World Relief responds to Ebola outbreak, US commits $13M | WorldWorld's tallest Jesus statue being constructed in Armenia | Church & Ministries

Kevin joined Monique and Krista tonight on the Family Meeting. There was a LOT to discuss! The Breakdown: ✅ America's education crisis ✅ Controversy at Wylie East High School in Texas where Muslim groups were allowed to distribute Qurans and hijabs during school hours while Christians had to stand on the sidewalk to hand out Bibles. ✅ Life and legacy of the Bob Woodson ✅ Monique shares her new article in the Christian Post and we introduce the Los Angeles Statement on Race, Justice, and Unity. ✅ Teen takeovers Read the Los Angeles Statement here: https://www.centerforbiblicalunity.com/racestatement Read Monique's article in the Christian Times: https://www.christianpost.com/voices/the-one-biblical-truth-christians-are-missing-in-the-race-debate.html

Top headlines for Wednesday, May 20, 2026Trump backs Ken Paxton in Texas' GOP Senate runoff, Albert Mohler revives a Southern Baptist push to ban female pastors, police probe a beheaded Jesus statue at a New York church as a possible hate crime, and Franklin Graham draws 30,000 to a historic Evangelical gathering in Belarus.00:11 Trump endorses Ken Paxton in runoff against Cornyn for US Senate00:59 Al Mohler to propose SBC constitutional ban on female pastors01:51 Sacred Heart of Jesus statue is beheaded at NY church02:35 ICE agent charged in shooting of Venezuelan man in Minnesota03:27 Supreme Court won't hear sex abuse lawsuit against X04:14 South Carolina expands ban on males in women's spaces05:07 Over 30K attend largest Evangelical gathering in Belarus' historySubscribe to this PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsOvercastFollow Us on Social Media@ChristianPost on TwitterChristian Post on Facebook@ChristianPostIntl on InstagramSubscribe on YouTubeGet the Edifi AppDownload for iPhoneDownload for AndroidSubscribe to Our NewsletterSubscribe to the Freedom Post, delivered every Monday and ThursdayClick here to get the top headlines delivered to your inbox every morning!Links to the NewsTrump endorses Ken Paxton in runoff against Cornyn for US Senate | PoliticsAl Mohler to propose SBC constitutional ban on female pastors | Church & MinistriesSacred Heart of Jesus statue is beheaded at NY church | U.S.ICE agent charged in shooting of Venezuelan man in Minnesota | PoliticsSupreme Court won't hear sex abuse lawsuit against X | PoliticsSouth Carolina expands ban on males in women's spaces | PoliticsOver 30K attend largest Evangelical gathering in Belarus' history | Church & Ministries

Top headlines for Tuesday, May 19, 2026Televangelist James Robison, founder of LIFE Outreach International and longtime host of “LIFE Today,” dies at 82; Texas' Republican Senate runoff sharpens into a battle for Evangelical voters as John Cornyn and Ken Paxton clash over faith, immigration and party identity; and Texas Children's Hospital agrees to pay $10 million and open what officials say will be the nation's first clinic for detransitioners. 00:11 Televangelist James Robison dies at 8200:58 Cornyn, Paxton appeal to Evangelical voters in CP Q&A01:51 Texas Children's Hospital to create first 'detransition clinic'02:41 Supreme Court rejects churches' challenge of daycare rule03:31 Pro-lifers react to Supreme Court abortion pills by mail order04:20 Women-only app can't ban males claiming to be females: court05:09 Christian group demands probe into Mexico missionary abductionSubscribe to this PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsOvercastFollow Us on Social Media@ChristianPost on TwitterChristian Post on Facebook@ChristianPostIntl on InstagramSubscribe on YouTubeGet the Edifi AppDownload for iPhoneDownload for AndroidSubscribe to Our NewsletterSubscribe to the Freedom Post, delivered every Monday and ThursdayClick here to get the top headlines delivered to your inbox every morning!Links to the NewsTelevangelist James Robison dies at 82 | Church & MinistriesCornyn, Paxton appeal to Evangelical voters in CP Q&A | PoliticsTexas Children's Hospital to create first 'detransition clinic' | PoliticsSupreme Court rejects churches' challenge of daycare rule | Politics Pro-lifers react to Supreme Court abortion pills by mail order | PoliticsWomen-only app can't ban males claiming to be females: court | BusinessChristian group demands probe into Mexico missionary abduction | World

It's Monday, May 18th, A.D. 2026. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 140 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Adam McManus Daughter of imprisoned Chinese pastor urges his release Before he left for the Chinese-American summit in Beijing, President Donald Trump said that he would advocate for the release of Pastor Ezra Jin of the underground Zion Church who was arrested in October 2025 during a massive Communist crackdown against the body of Christ. In a recent interview on Fox News Channel, Grace Drexel, his daughter, who emigrated to America several years ago, spoke about her father's church. DREXEL: “My father's church was one of the largest independent churches in China, and for that reason they came after my father. The charge against them was the illegal use of information networks, because he was hosting his services, both online and offline, having smaller groups meet together.” She described Pastor Jin's character. DREXEL: “My father is a pastor in China, and, like Christians everywhere, he believed that the church should only have one God and serve one God. He led his church in order to be faithful to Scripture and faithful to his beliefs. “Ultimately, I know my father as just a very gentle and kind man. He is not very confrontational.  This kind and gentle man is now in prison. They handcuffed him and shaved his hair, and is not getting his medication that he needs -- all because he was just leading a church.” Grace was counting on U.S. President Trump to negotiate her father's release from his unjust imprisonment with Chinese President Xi Jinping. DREXEL: “We hope that, as the two leaders are meeting together, that they will both have a softening of the hearts and will release my father and allow him to come to the U.S.” According to President Trump, President Jinping was “going to strongly consider the pastor,” reports The Hill.com. Grace Drexel, Pastor Jin's daughter, advocated for the release of hundreds of other pastors who have also been unfairly imprisoned for their faith in Jesus Christ. DREXEL: “We see that this is not an isolated case. There are so many pastors and church leaders and churches being persecuted in China actively today. In fact, we know that there are hundreds of pastors that are currently in prison, or are in detention, or have recently, very recently, been released. This is a very critical period in China, and it's very disheartening and very scary for many Christians in China.” Send a polite, 2-sentence letter urging Pastor Ezra Jin's release to Ambassador Xie Feng, Chinese Embassy, 3505 International Place, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008. Church of Scotland sees surge of converts amid “deep spiritual hunger” The Church of Scotland in the United Kingdom has seen a surge of converts since the COVID-19 pandemic amid what one clergyman called "a deep spiritual hunger,” reports The Christian Post. In 2025, 820 people in the denomination affirmed faith in the saving work of Jesus Christ, which is nearly double the 428 people who did so in 2021, according to official church figures. In a May 8th report, church leaders wrote, "We are seeing evidence of increased Bible engagement, renewed interest in spiritual questions, growing church attendance, and more young people and young adults coming to faith with confidence." Rev. David Cameron noted that 3,292 Scotts have professed faith in Christ between 2021 and 2025. He said, "I believe this growth reflects the fact that, even in uncertain times, there remains a deep spiritual hunger within our parishes." The new conversions come amid a wider decline in membership in the Church of Scotland, whose approximately 229,000 members recorded at the end of 2025 indicated a fall of 5% from 2024, primarily because of death. The Church of Scotland, which was established in the 16th century as a Reformed, Presbyterian denomination, differs from the Church of England in that it does not recognize the British monarch as its political head. Sadly, in 2016 the Scottish church rejetced clear Biblical teaching and allowed its clergy to enter into faux homosexual marriages and civil partnerships. Then, in May 2022, the Church of Scotland General Assembly voted in favor of permitting the church's clergy to conduct homosexual faux marriages, reported the BBC. Romans 1:26-27 says, “God gave them over to shameful lusts. Even their women exchanged natural sexual relations for unnatural ones.  In the same way the men also abandoned natural relations with women and were inflamed with lust for one another.” Supreme Court allows Abortion Kill Pill to continue to be sent by mail Here in the United States, on May 14th, the Supreme Court ruled to allow the Abortion Kill Pill to continue to be sent through the mail. It trumped the May 1st ruling by a federal appeals court in Louisiana which had barred the mailing of mifepristone, one of two drugs used in medication abortions, which is the preferred murder method that 63% of mothers choose who wish to abort their children. To their credit, Justices Clarence Thomas and Samuel Alito both dissented. Alito contended that “[w]hat is at stake is the perpetration of a scheme to undermine our decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization,” the court's 2022 decision overturning Roe v. Wade. Gov. DeSantis vs. House Minority Leader Jeffries on redistricting Ever since the Virginia Supreme Court rejected the unconstitutional redistricting in Virginia where Republicans would only be left with one of 11 Congressional seats, Democrat House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries has been discouraging Florida Republican politicians from doing their own redistricting, reports The Hill.com. Florida Republican Governor Ron DeSantis got a kick out Congressman Jeffries' rhetoric. DeSANTIS: “I heard this guy, Jeffries, popping off in Washington, about Florida. He wants to be Speaker of the House, and he's more liberal than [Nancy] Pelosi from New York City. We're going to go after Florida. Please be my guest. I will pay for you to come down to Florida and campaign. I'll put you up in the Florida governor's mansion. We'll take you fishing. “There's nothing that could be better for Republicans in Florida than to see Hakeem Jeffries everywhere around this state. Voters will not like what they see. They will not want that type of ideology. And so, the door is open. The invitation is out there. I don't think there would be anything better for the Republican Party of Florida, but to have Jeffries there. “Now, I kind of feel bad for the guy, because he's as left as they come. He's always going left, and yet the Far Left hates him. You know, they call him a ‘Dollar Store Obama.'” On May 15th, the Supreme Court rejected the appeal of Virginia Democrats to revive their lopsided redistricting plan, reports Politico.com. Missionary Sheldon Jackson felt compelled to share Gospel And finally, 192 years ago today, Sheldon Jackson was born in 1834.  He wanted to become a missionary overseas, but the Presbyterian board told the five-foot-tall Jackson, who had weak eyesight and was often ill, that he would be better suited for duty in the United States.  Jackson's first assignment was at the Choctaw mission in Oklahoma Territory, where he worked until poor health forced him to go back East in 1859. In the summer of 1869, Jackson went on a missionary tour using the railroad and stage lines, establishing a church a day. Jackson found his major life's work in the new territory of Alaska with 20,000 miles of coastline. In 1867, Secretary of State William Seward, during the administration of President Andrew Johnson, had negotiated the Alaska Purchase from Russia.   In 1877, Jackson began his work in Alaska. He became committed to the Christian, educational, and economic wellbeing of the Alaska Natives.  He famously said, “I must work the works of Him Who sent me while it is yet day,” adapting the command of John 9:4.  The Scripture says, “As long as it is day, we must do the works of Him who sent me. Night is coming, when no one can work.” Ultimately, he travelled one million miles and established more than one hundred missions and churches, mostly in the Western United States. Close And that's The Worldview on this Monday, May 18th, in the year of our Lord 2026. Subscribe for free by Spotify, Amazon Music, or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com.  Plus, you can get the Generations app through Google Play or The App Store. I'm Adam McManus  (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

Top headlines for Monday, May 18, 2026Ron DeSantis blasts the U.K.'s proposed Digital ID, a new docudrama urges Christian unity beyond politics, pastor Alonzo Fuller returns to custody in a sexual assault case, and astronaut Butch Wilmore reflects on faith after an eight-day mission stretched to nearly a year in space.00:11 Ron DeSantis blasts UK digital ID plan after King Charles' speech01:02 Francis Chan, James Ward featured in new film on Church unity01:53 Journey Fort Worth Pastor Alonzo Fuller back in custody02:40 Butch Wilmore on what God taught him while ‘Stuck in Space'03:23  Catholic diocese fighting Trump admin. plan to seize border land04:10 Christians fend off Fulanis as attacks increase in Nigeria05:00 Justin Peters announces he's leading new church plantSubscribe to this PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsOvercastFollow Us on Social Media@ChristianPost on TwitterChristian Post on Facebook@ChristianPostIntl on InstagramSubscribe on YouTubeGet the Edifi AppDownload for iPhoneDownload for AndroidSubscribe to Our NewsletterSubscribe to the Freedom Post, delivered every Monday and ThursdayClick here to get the top headlines delivered to your inbox every morning!Links to the NewsRon DeSantis blasts UK digital ID plan after King Charles' speech | WorldFrancis Chan, James Ward featured in new film on Church unity | EntertainmentJourney Fort Worth Pastor Alonzo Fuller back in custody | U.S.Butch Wilmore on what God taught him while ‘Stuck in Space' | PodcastCatholic diocese fighting Trump admin. plan to seize border land | PoliticsChristians fend off Fulanis as attacks increase in Nigeria | WorldJustin Peters announces he's leading new church plant | Church & Ministries

Top headlines for Friday, May 15, 2026We discuss a new push to display “In God We Trust” in every federal building, a major ICE investigation into alleged abuse of the student visa work program, Nate Bargatze's mission to bring clean family comedy back to Hollywood, and the emotional response from Pastor Greg Locke after the tragic loss of his son.00:11 Mary Miller introduces 'In God We Trust We Trust Act'01:01 ICE director says foreign student program is 'magnet for fraud'01:53 Nate Bargatze says Christian upbringing inspired The Breadwinner02:38 Hillsong Church founder Brian Houston says X account was hacked03:28 Greg Locke says devil will pay ‘hundredfold' for son's death04:12 Muslim university deletes TexAM website after Texas A&M warning05:10 Most Americans say religion plays positive role in society: PewSubscribe to this PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsOvercastFollow Us on Social Media@ChristianPost on TwitterChristian Post on Facebook@ChristianPostIntl on InstagramSubscribe on YouTubeGet the Edifi AppDownload for iPhoneDownload for AndroidSubscribe to Our NewsletterSubscribe to the Freedom Post, delivered every Monday and ThursdayClick here to get the top headlines delivered to your inbox every morning!Links to the NewsMary Miller introduces 'In God We Trust We Trust Act' | PoliticsICE director says foreign student program is 'magnet for fraud' | PoliticsNate Bargatze says Christian upbringing inspired The Breadwinner | EntertainmentHillsong Church founder Brian Houston says X account was hacked | U.S.Greg Locke says devil will pay ‘hundredfold' for son's death | Church & MinistriesMuslim university deletes TexAM website after Texas A&M warning | EducationMost Americans say religion plays positive role in society: Pew | U.S.

Top headlines for Thursday, May 14, 2026The Southern Baptist Convention prepares for a record-setting gathering in Orlando, an Episcopal church in Maryland refuses to shut down its homeless shelter, and viral claims about ChatGPT “refusing” to read Genesis spark debate over AI and the Bible. 00:11 SBC anticipates over 20,000 to attend annual meeting in Orlando01:02 Ocean City church facing pressure to close homeless shelter01:48 Content creators, chatrooms claim ChatGPT won't recite Genesis 202:35 'Hangover' star Zach Galifianakis says he's 'very afraid' of AI03:19 School district cuts release time program over pastor's FB post04:06 Xi Jinping's CCP is re-writing the Bible04:58 UFC 328 fighters glorify Jesus Christ after winning their fightsSubscribe to this PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsOvercastFollow Us on Social Media@ChristianPost on TwitterChristian Post on Facebook@ChristianPostIntl on InstagramSubscribe on YouTubeGet the Edifi AppDownload for iPhoneDownload for AndroidSubscribe to Our NewsletterSubscribe to the Freedom Post, delivered every Monday and ThursdayClick here to get the top headlines delivered to your inbox every morning!Links to the NewsSBC anticipates over 20,000 to attend annual meeting in Orlando | Church & MinistriesOcean City church facing pressure to close homeless shelter | U.S.Content creators, chatrooms claim ChatGPT won't recite Genesis 2 | U.S.'Hangover' star Zach Galifianakis says he's 'very afraid' of AI | U.S.School district cuts release time program over pastor's FB post | EducationXi Jinping's CCP is re-writing the BibleUFC 328 fighters glorify Jesus Christ after winning their fights | Sports

Visit Crossmap.com — your trusted source for inspiration and life-changing stories from people of faith.Top headlines for Wednesday, May 13, 2026Mark Driscoll faces backlash over a Mother's Day post about Mary and Planned Parenthood, America prepares for its 250th birthday with faith-infused national celebrations, and the Southern Baptist Convention's ERLC delivers its 100th ultrasound machine through the Psalm 139 Project. Plus, a Mississippi church asks for help rebuilding after a tornado, the White House unveils a new counterterrorism strategy targeting anti-American extremist threats, Louisville agrees to pay $800,000 in attorneys' fees in a major Christian free speech case, and “American Idol” winner Hannah Harper opens up about faith, motherhood and postpartum depression.00:11 Mark Driscoll takes shot at Planned Parenthood on Mother's Day00:59 America 250: 5 major events celebrating nation's birthday01:57 ERLC gifts 100th ultrasound machine to pro-life pregnancy centers02:52 Mississippi church seeks help rebuilding after tornado04:33 Trump counterterrorism strategy warns of 'transgender ideologies'05:30 Christian photographer refuses to back down, wins big battle06:18 Hannah Harper wins ‘American Idol'Subscribe to this PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsOvercastFollow Us on Social Media@ChristianPost on TwitterChristian Post on Facebook@ChristianPostIntl on InstagramSubscribe on YouTubeGet the Edifi AppDownload for iPhoneDownload for AndroidSubscribe to Our NewsletterSubscribe to the Freedom Post, delivered every Monday and ThursdayClick here to get the top headlines delivered to your inbox every morning!Links to the NewsMark Driscoll takes shot at Planned Parenthood on Mother's Day | U.S.America 250: 5 major events celebrating nation's birthday | U.S.ERLC gifts 100th ultrasound machine to pro-life pregnancy centers | Church & MinistriesMississippi church seeks help rebuilding after tornado | U.S.Trump counterterrorism strategy warns of 'transgender ideologies' | PoliticsChristian photographer refuses to back down, wins big battle Hannah Harper wins ‘American Idol' | Entertainment

Top headlines for Tuesday, May 12, 2026The growing battle over immigration reform as the bipartisan Dignity Act gains traction in Congress, sparking fierce debate over border security, asylum reform, and accusations of “backdoor amnesty.” We also discuss the heartbreaking loss suffered by Pastor Greg Locke after the overdose death of his 20-year-old son Evan, and the powerful response he shared with his congregation about grief, faith, and perseverance. Plus, former NFL players Patrick Hill and Chandler Brayboy explain why true strength is found not in fame or football, but in serving others through faith and healthcare.00:1 'Dignity Act' seeks to overhaul immigration crisis01:06 Greg Locke grieves deceased son, Evan Locke01:49 Patrick Hill, Chandler Brayboy redefine strength through faith02:41 AG Ken Paxton launches investigation of Texas school districts03:32 Family of pastor detained in China hoping Trump secures release04:21 Jeffress: Trump knows biblical view of gov't better than Pope Leo05:13 Seminar marks 100th anniversary of theologian Jürgen MoltmannSubscribe to this PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsOvercastFollow Us on Social Media@ChristianPost on TwitterChristian Post on Facebook@ChristianPostIntl on InstagramSubscribe on YouTubeGet the Edifi AppDownload for iPhoneDownload for AndroidSubscribe to Our NewsletterSubscribe to the Freedom Post, delivered every Monday and ThursdayClick here to get the top headlines delivered to your inbox every morning!Links to the News'Dignity Act' seeks to overhaul immigration crisis | PoliticsGreg Locke grieves deceased son, Evan Locke | Church & MinistriesPatrick Hill, Chandler Brayboy redefine strength through faith | Living AG Ken Paxton launches investigation of Texas school districts | EducationFamily of pastor detained in China hoping Trump secures release | U.S.Jeffress: Trump knows biblical view of gov't better than Pope Leo | U.S.Seminar marks 100th anniversary of theologian Jürgen Moltmann | World

Top headlines for Monday, May 11, 2026President Donald Trump calls for “major investigations” into Kamala Harris, Oprah Winfrey, Beyoncé and others over celebrity endorsements tied to the 2024 election, a Texas pastors conference featuring Evangelicals for Harris seeks to equip church leaders to oppose Christian nationalism, and a centuries-old Armenian Christian quarter in Jerusalem wins a temporary court order halting efforts to seize church property.00:11 Virginia Supreme Court strikes down new gerrymandered map01:03 Pentagon releases first batch of UFO files amid speculation01:51 Minister Daniel Savala gets 30 years for abusing boys02:39 Joni Lamb's family, friends react to her death03:24 Muslim waterpark event canceled after Gov. Abbott threatens city04:15 Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill' could hurt seminaries, leaders warn05:09 Church members sang ‘Amazing Grace' as tornado hitSubscribe to this PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsOvercastFollow Us on Social Media@ChristianPost on TwitterChristian Post on Facebook@ChristianPostIntl on InstagramSubscribe on YouTubeGet the Edifi AppDownload for iPhoneDownload for AndroidSubscribe to Our NewsletterSubscribe to the Freedom Post, delivered every Monday and ThursdayClick here to get the top headlines delivered to your inbox every morning!Links to the NewsVirginia Supreme Court strikes down new gerrymandered map | PoliticsPentagon releases first batch of UFO files amid speculation | U.S.Minister Daniel Savala gets 30 years for abusing boys | U.S.Joni Lamb's family, friends react to her death | Church & MinistriesMuslim waterpark event canceled after Gov. Abbott threatens city | U.S.Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill' could hurt seminaries, leaders warn | PoliticsChurch members sang ‘Amazing Grace' as tornado hit | U.S.

Top headlines for Friday, May 8, 2026Secretary of State Marco Rubio meets with Pope Leo at the Vatican following President Donald Trump's criticism of the pontiff, a New York church debates the future of its sanctuary amid declining attendance, and a Christian ministry expands relief efforts after deadly flooding devastates communities in South Asia.00:11 Josh Hawley says America was 'founded on the Gospel of Jesus'00:56 Todd Wagner: Many churches have a 'spiritual leadership problem'01:40 Finnish MP Päivi Räsänen appeals guilty verdict to ECHR02:28 Pulitzer Prize-winning Gaza photo award prompts scrutiny03:22 Pastors allegedly misused over $2M from nonprofits: Minn. AG04:17 Rubio arrives at Vatican after Trump-Pope trade barbs over Iran05:00 Mike Johnson says our rights come from God, 'not government'Subscribe to this PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsOvercastFollow Us on Social Media@ChristianPost on TwitterChristian Post on Facebook@ChristianPostIntl on InstagramSubscribe on YouTubeGet the Edifi AppDownload for iPhoneDownload for AndroidSubscribe to Our NewsletterSubscribe to the Freedom Post, delivered every Monday and ThursdayClick here to get the top headlines delivered to your inbox every morning!Links to the NewsJosh Hawley says America was 'founded on the Gospel of Jesus' | PoliticsTodd Wagner: Many churches have a 'spiritual leadership problem' | Church & MinistriesFinnish MP Päivi Räsänen appeals guilty verdict to ECHR | WorldPulitzer Prize-winning Gaza photo award prompts scrutiny | WorldPastors allegedly misused over $2M from nonprofits: Minn. AG | U.S.Rubio arrives at Vatican after Trump-Pope trade barbs over Iran | PoliticsMike Johnson says our rights come from God, 'not government' | Politics

Top headlines for Thursday, May 7, 2026Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. unveils a new HHS “deprescribing” initiative targeting the overuse of SSRIs and other psychiatric drugs, especially for children; Texas Governor Greg Abbott threatens to pull state funding over a Muslim-only Eid celebration planned at a city-owned waterpark in Grand Prairie; and Pastor Larry Ragland apologizes after Rep. Eric Burlison denied claims about a supposed UFO disclosure warning tied to spiritual deception.00:11 RFK Jr. rolls out 'deprescribing' initiative during SSRI summit01:06 Texas Gov. threatens to pull funding over waterpark event02:00 Larry Ragland apologizes after congressman disputes UFO briefing02:51 Archaeologists uncover statue thought to be Ramses II03:44 Ruben Saenz becomes new president of UMC Council of Bishops04:32 Adam Hamilton campaign gets over $1M in donations in first week05:26 Nick Vujicic doc ‘No Limbs, No Limits' explores faith, familySubscribe to this PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsOvercastFollow Us on Social Media@ChristianPost on TwitterChristian Post on Facebook@ChristianPostIntl on InstagramSubscribe on YouTubeGet the Edifi AppDownload for iPhoneDownload for AndroidSubscribe to Our NewsletterSubscribe to the Freedom Post, delivered every Monday and ThursdayClick here to get the top headlines delivered to your inbox every morning!Links to the NewsRFK Jr. rolls out 'deprescribing' initiative during SSRI summit | PoliticsTexas Gov. threatens to pull funding over waterpark event | U.S.Larry Ragland apologizes after congressman disputes UFO briefing | Church & MinistriesArchaeologists uncover statue thought to be Ramses II | WorldRuben Saenz becomes new president of UMC Council of Bishops | Church & MinistriesAdam Hamilton campaign gets over $1M in donations in first week | PoliticsNick Vujicic doc ‘No Limbs, No Limits' explores faith, family | Entertainment

Visit Crossmap.com — your trusted source for inspiration and life-changing stories from people of faith.Top headlines for Wednesday, May 6, 2026Perry Stone claims pastors were quietly briefed by U.S. officials to prepare for possible UFO and extraterrestrial disclosure, a Texas judge agrees to resign and accept a lifetime ban after misconduct complaints, and Los Angeles Unified reverses course to allow a Christian student club equal access after legal pressure. Plus, the Southern Baptist Convention reports falling membership but rising baptisms and attendance, a new evangelical-backed report warns Trump's deportation agenda could split nearly 1 million children from parents, Sam Allberry resigns from ministry over an inappropriate relationship, and Mel Gibson's The Resurrection of the Christ wraps filming ahead of a two-part 2027 release.00:11 Perry Stone claims US o fficials briefed pastors on UFOs01:04 First-ever LGBT judge in Texas county banned for life01:56 LA school district agrees to give Christian group equal access02:49 SBC membership down, but baptisms and attendance on the rise03:45 Nearly 1M children could be separated under Trump polices: report04:40 Pastor resigns over 'inappropriate relationship' with another man05:34 Mel Gibson's ‘Resurrection of the Christ' wraps filmingSubscribe to this PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsOvercastFollow Us on Social Media@ChristianPost on TwitterChristian Post on Facebook@ChristianPostIntl on InstagramSubscribe on YouTubeGet the Edifi AppDownload for iPhoneDownload for AndroidSubscribe to Our NewsletterSubscribe to the Freedom Post, delivered every Monday and ThursdayClick here to get the top headlines delivered to your inbox every morning!Links to the NewsPerry Stone claims US officials briefed pastors on UFOs | Church & MinistriesFirst-ever LGBT judge in Texas county banned for life | U.S.LA school district agrees to give Christian group equal access | EducationSBC membership down, but baptisms and attendance on the rise | Church & MinistriesNearly 1M children could be separated under Trump polices: report | PoliticsPastor resigns over 'inappropriate relationship' with another man | Church & MinistriesMel Gibson's ‘Resurrection of the Christ' wraps filming | Entertainment

Top headlines for Tuesday, May 5, 2026A Florida church secures a major legal victory in its religious liberty case, pastor Brian Carn is sentenced to federal prison for tax violations, and Netflix reveals the release date and cast for “Narnia: The Magician's Nephew,” the first film in its new adaptation of C.S. Lewis' beloved series.00:11 New Jersey AG targets pregnancy center despite SCOTUS ruling01:05 Supreme Court pauses ruling blocking abortion pill by mail01:57 Israel plans to bring 8K young Christians in 202602:47 'Prophet' Brian Carn gets 9 months in prison for tax evasion03:44 Natalie Grant asks for prayer after 'serious' fall04:33 Alabama megachurch pastor resigns abruptly05:20 Netflix reveals release date, cast for 'The Magician's Nephew'Subscribe to this PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsOvercastFollow Us on Social Media@ChristianPost on TwitterChristian Post on Facebook@ChristianPostIntl on InstagramSubscribe on YouTubeGet the Edifi AppDownload for iPhoneDownload for AndroidSubscribe to Our NewsletterSubscribe to the Freedom Post, delivered every Monday and ThursdayClick here to get the top headlines delivered to your inbox every morning!Links to the NewsNew Jersey AG targets pregnancy center despite SCOTUS ruling | PoliticsSupreme Court pauses ruling blocking abortion pill by mail | PoliticsIsrael plans to bring 8K young Christians in 2026 | World'Prophet' Brian Carn gets 9 months in prison for tax evasion | U.S.Natalie Grant asks for prayer after 'serious' fall | EntertainmentAlabama megachurch pastor resigns abruptly | Church & MinistriesNetflix reveals release date, cast for 'The Magician's Nephew' | Entertainment

Top headlines for Monday, May 4, 2026A new Justice Department report alleging anti-Christian bias under the Biden administration, a major shrine honoring Father Augustine Tolton, and Daddy Yankee's prison ministry.00:11 DOJ releases report detailing anti-Christian bias under Biden01:07 America's first black priest is getting a shrine01:58 Daddy Yankee brings message of redemption to 2,000 Inmates02:38 Evangelist killed by suspected Muslim extremists in Uganda03:24 Kemi Badenoch: Stop investigating nurses harmed by trans policies04:12 David Ecklebarger, Christian literary pioneer, dies05:06 Annie F. Downs, JW Jaeger announce engagement: 'Thank You, Jesus'Subscribe to this PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsOvercastFollow Us on Social Media@ChristianPost on TwitterChristian Post on Facebook@ChristianPostIntl on InstagramSubscribe on YouTubeGet the Edifi AppDownload for iPhoneDownload for AndroidSubscribe to Our NewsletterSubscribe to the Freedom Post, delivered every Monday and ThursdayClick here to get the top headlines delivered to your inbox every morning!Links to the NewsDOJ releases report detailing anti-Christian bias under Biden | PoliticsEvangelist killed by suspected Muslim extremists in Uganda | WorldAmerica's first black priest is getting a shrine | Church & MinistriesDaddy Yankee brings message of redemption to 2,000 Inmates | U.S.Kemi Badenoch: Stop investigating nurses harmed by trans policies | WorldDavid Ecklebarger, Christian literary pioneer, dies | Church & MinistriesAnnie F. Downs, JW Jaeger announce engagement: 'Thank You, Jesus' | Entertainment

Top headlines for Friday, May 1, 2026The U.S. Supreme Court allows South Carolina to defund Planned Parenthood, a new report finds that nearly 4 in 10 adults worldwide belong to an unreached people group, and a Virginia school district agrees to reinstate a substitute teacher who was reportedly fired over comments about gender transition.00:11 Megachurch Pastor Adam Hamilton will run for Senate as a Democrat01:02 Nadine Woodward seeks $10M for city's censure over prayer01:56 School district ordered to loosen restrictions for Christian org02:49 Navy facility to comply with Trump order protecting women03:39 Bunni Pounds reflects on millions watching Scripture marathon04:26 Twitch streamer ‘Minister Zay' hit by car during faith walk05:12 Azerbaijan destroys historic churches in Nagorno-KarabakhSubscribe to this PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsOvercastFollow Us on Social Media@ChristianPost on TwitterChristian Post on Facebook@ChristianPostIntl on InstagramSubscribe on YouTubeGet the Edifi AppDownload for iPhoneDownload for AndroidSubscribe to Our NewsletterSubscribe to the Freedom Post, delivered every Monday and ThursdayClick here to get the top headlines delivered to your inbox every morning!Links to the NewsMegachurch Pastor Adam Hamilton will run for Senate as a Democrat | PoliticsNadine Woodward seeks $10M for city's censure over prayer | U.S.School district ordered to loosen restrictions for Christian org. | EducationNavy facility to comply with Trump order protecting women | PoliticsBunni Pounds reflects on millions watching Scripture marathonTwitch streamer ‘Minister Zay' hit by car during faith walk | U.S.Azerbaijan destroys historic churches in Nagorno-Karabakh | World

Top headlines for Thursday, April 30, 2026Newsboys and owner Wes Campbell file a federal lawsuit accusing MercyMe, major concert promoters, World Vision and media outlets of a coordinated effort to drive the band out of Christian touring; Christian advocates warn of a worsening humanitarian crisis in Iran; Nick Vujicic debunks viral death and cancer rumors; and the U.S. Supreme Court unanimously sides with a New Jersey pro-life ministry challenging a demand for donor records. Plus, Jimmy Kimmel faces backlash over a joke about President Donald Trump, a former Missouri church employee is accused of embezzling more than $16,000, and a new report finds U.S. church attendance has climbed to its highest level since the COVID-19 shutdowns.00:11 Newsboys, owner sue MercyMe, concert promoters and media outlets01:03 Christians urge international action over crisis in Iran01:58 Nick Vujicic debunks viral death, cancer rumors02:43  SCOTUS sides with pro-life group suing NJ over donor records03:31 Jimmy Kimmel under fire: NRB calls for FCC probe after Trump04:19 Church employee accused of embezzling over $16K in checks05:14 Median worship attendance highest since COVID lockdowns: reportSubscribe to this PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsOvercastFollow Us on Social Media@ChristianPost on TwitterChristian Post on Facebook@ChristianPostIntl on InstagramSubscribe on YouTubeGet the Edifi AppDownload for iPhoneDownload for AndroidSubscribe to Our NewsletterSubscribe to the Freedom Post, delivered every Monday and ThursdayClick here to get the top headlines delivered to your inbox every morning!Links to the NewsNewsboys, owner sue MercyMe, concert promoters and media outlets | EntertainmentChristians urge international action over crisis in Iran | WorldNick Vujicic debunks viral death, cancer rumors | U.S.SCOTUS sides with pro-life group suing NJ over donor records | PoliticsJimmy Kimmel under fire: NRB calls for FCC probe after Trump joke Church employee accused of embezzling over $16K in checks | U.S.Median worship attendance highest since COVID lockdowns: report | Church & Ministries

Visit Crossmap.com — your trusted source for inspiration and life-changing stories from people of faith.Top headlines for Wednesday, April 29, 2026A groundbreaking discovery led by the University of Glasgow has recovered 42 lost pages from a sixth-century manuscript of the Apostle Paul's letters, offering new insight into how early Christians studied Scripture; in Scotland, a judge has dismissed charges against pro-life activist Rose Docherty, in a ruling supporters are calling a significant win for free speech under the country's new buffer zone law; and in Egypt, the trial of Said Mansour Rezk Abdelrazek highlights growing international concern over religious persecution, with rights groups alleging abuse tied to his Christian conversion.00:11 Long-lost pages of Paul's letters recovered01:04 Charges dropped against pro-life grandma01:57 Christian man imprisoned, hung in crucifixion position in Egypt03:39 Kansas GOP claims megachurch pastor violated election ethics law04:34 Coptic Christian sentenced for YouTube evangelism files appeal05:25 OnlyFans creator charged for using girl to attract male attention06:17 Kansas church gives away $4K in free gas cards to commutersSubscribe to this PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsOvercastFollow Us on Social Media@ChristianPost on TwitterChristian Post on Facebook@ChristianPostIntl on InstagramSubscribe on YouTubeGet the Edifi AppDownload for iPhoneDownload for AndroidSubscribe to Our NewsletterSubscribe to the Freedom Post, delivered every Monday and ThursdayClick here to get the top headlines delivered to your inbox every morning!Links to the NewsLong-lost pages of Paul's letters recovered | WorldCharges dropped against pro-life grandma | WorldChristian man imprisoned, hung in crucifixion position in Egypt | WorldKansas GOP claims megachurch pastor violated election ethics law | PoliticsCoptic Christian sentenced for YouTube evangelism files appeal | WorldOnlyFans creator charged for using girl to attract male attention | U.S.Kansas church gives away $4K in free gas cards to commuters | Church & Ministries

Top headlines for Tuesday, April 28, 2026A shooting at the White House Correspondents' dinner forced Donald Trump and senior officials to evacuate, with a suspect in custody and facing federal charges after a Secret Service agent was struck but survived. In Northern Ireland, pastor Clive Johnston awaits a major ruling after being prosecuted for preaching inside a “safe access zone,” raising international concerns over free speech and religious liberty. Meanwhile, the U.S. Supreme Court declined to hear a case involving parental rights and school gender policies, leaving a controversial lower court decision in place.00:11 5 things about suspected WHCA Dinner shooting suspect Cole Allen00:59 Pastor prosecuted for preaching John 3:16 anxiously awaits ruling01:45 Netanyahu meets with Christian IDF soldiers, thanks them02:37 Nurture promises to help churches care for, engage members03:29 Wesley Huff, Jeremiah Johnston dispute viral Noah's Ark claim04:25 SCOTUS rejects parents complaint over Fla. school trans policy05:13 Top NFL Draft pick Fernando Mendoza praises GodSubscribe to this PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsOvercastFollow Us on Social Media@ChristianPost on TwitterChristian Post on Facebook@ChristianPostIntl on InstagramSubscribe on YouTubeGet the Edifi AppDownload for iPhoneDownload for AndroidSubscribe to Our NewsletterSubscribe to the Freedom Post, delivered every Monday and ThursdayClick here to get the top headlines delivered to your inbox every morning!Links to the News5 things about suspected WHCA Dinner shooting suspect Cole Allen | U.S.Pastor prosecuted for preaching John 3:16 anxiously awaits ruling | WorldNetanyahu meets with Christian IDF soldiers, thanks them | WorldNurture promises to help churches care for, engage members | BusinessWesley Huff, Jeremiah Johnston dispute viral Noah's Ark claim | U.S.SCOTUS rejects parents complaint over Fla. school trans policy | PoliticsTop NFL Draft pick Fernando Mendoza praises God | Sports

Top headlines for Monday, April 27, 2026The NCAA agrees to pay nearly $2.8 billion to former college athletes in a landmark antitrust settlement, a University of Pennsylvania student sues after being disciplined over comments about transgender athletes, and a Colorado church asks the Supreme Court to block a state law it says restricts free speech and religious freedom.00:11 Trump 2.0: A weekly review of the president's second term00:52 Petition urges Angel Studios to pull ads from Tucker Carlson01:38 Sperm donor who says he fathered 180 children loses paternity bid02:25 Nicole C. Mullen on God's grace amid domestic abuse, betrayal03:06 Israel appoints first special envoy to Christian world03:52 Trans parent charged with kidnapping boy after sex-change fears04:41 Will Anderson praises Jesus as he becomes highest paid non-QBSubscribe to this PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsOvercastFollow Us on Social Media@ChristianPost on TwitterChristian Post on Facebook@ChristianPostIntl on InstagramSubscribe on YouTubeGet the Edifi AppDownload for iPhoneDownload for AndroidSubscribe to Our NewsletterSubscribe to the Freedom Post, delivered every Monday and ThursdayClick here to get the top headlines delivered to your inbox every morning!Links to the NewsTrump 2.0: A weekly review of the president's second termPetition urges Angel Studios to pull ads from Tucker Carlson | EntertainmentSperm donor who says he fathered 180 children loses paternity bid | WorldNicole C. Mullen on God's grace amid domestic abuse, betrayal | DevotionalsIsrael appoints first special envoy to Christian world | WorldTrans parent charged with kidnapping boy after sex-change fears | U.S.Will Anderson praises Jesus as he becomes highest paid non-QB | Sports

Top headlines for Friday, April 24, 2026Texas regulators disciplining three physicians after the deaths of two pregnant patients, concluding the issue was not the law but failures in medical care. It also follows a parental kidnapping case where a 10-year-old boy was taken to Cuba and later safely reunited with his mother after an international search. Plus, comedian Theo Von opens up about personal struggles and faith, sharing his desire for “a new story” and a transformed life.00:11 Texas doctors disciplined over pregnant women's deaths01:03 Trans dad arrested for allegedly kidnapping son, flying to Cuba01:49 Theo Von says he's asking God for 'a new story'02:34 Ryan Blackwell elected president of Lifeway Christian Resources03:23 Fast for Mike Bickle's ‘heaven-ordained destiny' sparks protest04:13 IMB sees over 600,000 people use AI tool ‘FaithBot'05:04 David and Tamela Mann launch faith-focused relationship tourSubscribe to this PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsOvercastFollow Us on Social Media@ChristianPost on TwitterChristian Post on Facebook@ChristianPostIntl on InstagramSubscribe on YouTubeGet the Edifi AppDownload for iPhoneDownload for AndroidSubscribe to Our NewsletterSubscribe to the Freedom Post, delivered every Monday and ThursdayClick here to get the top headlines delivered to your inbox every morning!Links to the NewsTexas doctors disciplined over pregnant women's deaths | PoliticsTrans dad arrested for allegedly kidnapping son, flying to Cuba | U.S.Theo Von says he's asking God for 'a new story' | EntertainmentRyan Blackwell elected president of Lifeway Christian Resources | Church & MinistriesFast for Mike Bickle's ‘heaven-ordained destiny' sparks protest | Church & MinistriesIMB sees over 600,000 people use AI tool ‘FaithBot' | Church & MinistriesDavid and Tamela Mann launch faith-focused relationship tour | Entertainment

Top headlines for Thursday, April 23, 2026A major study finds the number of atheists worldwide is expected to decline in the coming decades, the Presbyterian Church in America reports another drop in membership, and a Virginia school district agrees to restore a teacher's position after he was fired over refusing to use a transgender student's preferred pronouns.00:11 Israel promotes 'biggest LGBTQ+ festival ever' near site of Sodom01:04 Satanic imagery seen in now-banned Roblox school shooting game02:01 SPLC indicted, accused of giving $3M to extremist organizers03:04 Texas can display Ten Commandments in schools: appeals court03:56 Lesbian Bishop Yvette Flunder says Bible needs Third Testament04:45 Trans Rep. Sarah McBride claims to be a Presbyterian elder05:35 Kendrick Brothers' ‘Flywheel' remake set for fall releaseSubscribe to this PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsOvercastFollow Us on Social Media@ChristianPost on TwitterChristian Post on Facebook@ChristianPostIntl on InstagramSubscribe on YouTubeGet the Edifi AppDownload for iPhoneDownload for AndroidSubscribe to Our NewsletterSubscribe to the Freedom Post, delivered every Monday and ThursdayClick here to get the top headlines delivered to your inbox every morning!Links to the NewsIsrael promotes 'biggest LGBTQ+ festival ever' near site of Sodom | WorldSatanic imagery seen in now-banned Roblox school shooting game | U.S.SPLC indicted, accused of giving $3M to extremist organizers | PoliticsTexas can display Ten Commandments in schools: appeals court | EducationLesbian Bishop Yvette Flunder says Bible needs Third Testament | Church & MinistriesTrans Rep. Sarah McBride claims to be a Presbyterian elder | PoliticsKendrick Brothers' ‘Flywheel' remake set for fall release | Entertainment

Visit Crossmap.com — your trusted source for inspiration and life-changing stories from people of faith.Top headlines for Wednesday, April 22, 2026New audio from Air India Flight 171 reveals the captain may have turned off the plane's fuel switches before the crash that killed 260 people, Catholic leaders in Gaza demand an independent investigation into an Israeli strike on Holy Family Church that left three dead, and a judge in New Mexico sentences a former magistrate and his wife in a case tied to harboring a suspected Tren de Aragua member.00:11 Planned Parenthood honors singer P!nk for abortion advocacy01:04 Former archbishop of Canterbury blasts Hegseth's war rhetoric01:52 Police investigating Episcopal group over 'financial' issues02:40 LGBT group suspends payments for migrants' haircuts, massages03:36 Minnesota DHS gave $2.5M to church run by felon05:23 David French refuses to question James Talarico's faith06:11 Eric Metaxas urges grace toward Trump for Jesus memeSubscribe to this PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsOvercastFollow Us on Social Media@ChristianPost on TwitterChristian Post on Facebook@ChristianPostIntl on InstagramSubscribe on YouTubeGet the Edifi AppDownload for iPhoneDownload for AndroidSubscribe to Our NewsletterSubscribe to the Freedom Post, delivered every Monday and ThursdayClick here to get the top headlines delivered to your inbox every morning!Links to the NewsPlanned Parenthood honors singer P!nk for abortion advocacy | EntertainmentFormer archbishop of Canterbury blasts Hegseth's war rhetoric | Church & MinistriesPolice investigating Episcopal group over 'financial' issues | U.S.LGBT group suspends payments for migrants' haircuts, massages | PoliticsMinnesota DHS gave $2.5M to church run by felon | U.S.David French refuses to question James Talarico's faith | PoliticsEric Metaxas urges grace toward Trump for Jesus meme | Podcast

Top headlines for Tuesday, April 21, 2026A Christian summer camp in Colorado wins a legal fight over state rules on gender identity and bathrooms, a Department of Homeland Security official says many unaccompanied migrant children released under the Biden administration can't be located, and Saddleback Church appoints Stacie Wood as teaching pastor, drawing renewed scrutiny over women in church leadership.00:11 Calif. taxpayers funding illegal immigrants' sex-change surgeries01:03 Viral video of surrogate baby crying 'mama' sparks controversy01:53 Children taken from Christian orphanage still in gov't custody02:43 Israel apologizes for 'disgraceful' damage to Jesus statue by IDF03:31 Sarah Jakes Roberts ‘almost paralyzed' after accident04:15 Supreme Court to weigh in on challenge to Colorado pre-K program05:06 Jordan Peterson ‘still very sick' amid neurological battleSubscribe to this PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsOvercastFollow Us on Social Media@ChristianPost on TwitterChristian Post on Facebook@ChristianPostIntl on InstagramSubscribe on YouTubeGet the Edifi AppDownload for iPhoneDownload for AndroidSubscribe to Our NewsletterSubscribe to the Freedom Post, delivered every Monday and ThursdayClick here to get the top headlines delivered to your inbox every morning!Links to the NewsCalif. taxpayers funding illegal immigrants' sex-change surgeries | U.S.Viral video of surrogate baby crying 'mama' sparks controversy | U.S.Children taken from Christian orphanage still in gov't custody | WorldIsrael apologizes for 'disgraceful' damage to Jesus statue by IDF | WorldSarah Jakes Roberts ‘almost paralyzed' after accident | U.S.Supreme Court to weigh in on challenge to Colorado pre-K program | PoliticsJordan Peterson ‘still very sick' amid neurological battle | U.S.

It's Monday, April 20th, A.D. 2026. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 140 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Adam McManus Russia strikes Ukrainian Baptist church killing pastor at prayer meeting Russia struck a Baptist church in the southeastern Ukrainian city of Zaporizhzhia during a prayer meeting, killing at least one person, a minister, and injuring at least eight others, reports The Christian Post. The Embassy of Ukraine in the U.S. gave the casualty figures in a public statement issued while rescue workers were still on the scene, identifying the targeted building as The House of the Gospel Church, which had served the community for years, according to the Baptist Press. The embassy called the strike a deliberate attack on people of faith who had gathered peacefully to pray. Promoters of a documentary series entitled “A Faith Under Siege” on Russia's persecution of Christians, identified the man killed as Ruslan Utyuzh, a minister at the bombed church. Utyuzh is survived by his wife and two children. Psalm 116:15 says, “Precious in the sight of the LORD is the death of His saints.” Despite the attack, the congregation held services as normal the following morning with a large turnout, and 200 people came forward to be baptized. Iran reverses course on reopening Strait of Hormuz President Donald Trump said Iran "can't blackmail us" after the country announced they were reimposing restrictions on the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday morning, reports Fox News. He added, "We have very good conversations going on. It's working out very well. They got a little cute, as they have been doing for 47 years, and nobody ever took them on. We took them on. They have no Navy. They have no Air Force. They have no leaders. They have no nothing. …  It is regime change." Despite Iran wanting to close the strait again, Trump said in the Oval Office that negotiations are "going actually along very well." Trump also cited how oil tankers are now coming to U.S. ports to fuel up, including in Texas and Louisiana. President Trump said, "We're taking a tough stand. They've killed a lot of people. A lot of our people have been killed. A lot of your fellow soldiers have been killed over the years by Iran.” He cited how he ordered the strike that killed Qasem Soleimani, the commander of Iran's elite Quds Force, in January 2020. Trump described Soleimani as the "father of the roadside bomb." He explained, "When you see soldiers with no legs, with no arms or face that's been smashed, that was Soleimani, it was Iran that did that. So we have a much different view on it than other presidents. They've gotten away with murder for 47 years. They're not getting away with it anymore." While Iran wants to keep enriched uranium, Trump won't allow that Iran had sought an agreement allowing them to “down-blend” their enriched uranium. According to Axios, “A top priority for the Trump administration is ensuring Iran can't access the stockpile of nearly 4,400 pounds of enriched uranium buried in its underground nuclear facilities, in particular the 992 pounds enriched to 60% purity.” The Center for Arms Control and Non-Proliferation noted that most commercial nuclear power plants use 3 to 5 percent enriched uranium compared to 90 percent enriched uranium for nuclear weapons. Before the outbreak of the war, U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff told Fox News that in March, Iranian negotiators boasted to him that they had enough enriched uranium to build 11 nuclear weapons. He explained that the Iranian negotiators apparently said “they had the inalienable right to enrich all their nuclear fuel that they possessed. We, of course, responded that the president feels we have the inalienable right to stop you dead in your tracks.” The Wall Street Journal reported that the U.S. blockade of the Strait of Hormuz initiated last Monday was costing Iran up to $435 million a day, including $276 million in lost exports. The blockade, coupled with weeks of air strikes from the U.S. and Israel, which devastated Iran's steel and petrochemical facilities, has the country's economy on the brink of collapse. Homosexual “dads” mock their surrogate-born baby for crying “mama” A homosexual male couple has triggered outrage across the internet after posting a video of themselves mocking their surrogate-born baby for crying “mama,” reports LifeSiteNews.com. Country music singer and songwriter Shane McAnally, a homosexual, posted the video of his faux “husband” Michael Baum lying on a couch, playfully bouncing the baby on his stomach as he asks, “Who do you want, Dada or Pop?” BAUM: “Who do you want Dada or Pop?” BABY: “Mama, ma.” BAUM: “Do you want Dada or Pop?” BABY: (fusses) BAUM: “Who do you want? Dada or Pop?” BABY: “Mom.” BAUM: ”Nope. Do you want dada? You want pop? BABY: “Mom.” BAUM: “No way, Jose. There is no mama.” BABY: (starts crying) BAUM: “So sorry. You have Dada and Pop.” McANALLY: “Two choices.” BABY: (cries more) BAUM: “No Mama.” Oddly enough, they posted that video on line. Officials with Surrogacy Concern, an organization that seeks to end the evils of surrogacy, wondered, “Who films their child crying and uploads it to the internet? And who subjects a child to their pathetic vanity like this? Babies need their birth mothers.” And children's rights activist Chris Elston, better known as “Billboard Chris,” wrote, “These men laugh as the baby cries and says ‘ma ma ma.' They think it's funny because ‘there is no mama,' This baby was designed to never have a mother so that two men could satisfy their selfish desires. It's impossible for a normal person to watch this without instinctual disgust.” In Matthew 19:4-5, Jesus asked, ““Haven't you read, that at the beginning the Creator ‘made them male and female,' and said, ‘For this reason a man will leave his father and mother and be united to his wife, and the two will become one flesh'?” Anniversary of death of Martin Luther's aid who translated Bible And finally, on April 20, 1558, Johannes Bugenhagen, the prominent Lutheran reformer and pastor who helped Martin Luther translate the Bible, died. He said, ““The church is not a place but a people, gathered by the Word of God and sustained by faith.” Bugenhagen also explained that “True worship is not found in outward ceremonies, but in a heart that trusts in God's grace.” The Lutheran reformer introduced the Protestant Reformation in the Duchy of Pomerania and Denmark in the 16th century.  After the death of Luther in 1546, Bugenhagen kindly took care of Luther's widow, Katharina von Bora, and Luther's children. Proverbs 21:21 says, “Whoever pursues righteousness and kindness will find life, righteousness, and honor.” Close And that's The Worldview on this Monday, April 20th, in the year of our Lord 2026. Follow us on X or subscribe for free by Spotify, Amazon Music, or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com.  Plus, you can get the Generations app through Google Play or The App Store. I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

Top headlines for Monday, April 20, 2026In this episode, Eric Metaxas on the cultural flashpoints making headlines, from President Donald Trump to Franklin Graham. We also look at a tense showdown in Texas, where a conservative pastor and fellow activists confronted officials from the state's largest school district. Plus, Lee Strobel joins the conversation to discuss how the new documentary The Story of Everything makes a science-based case for the existence of God.00:11 Eric Metaxas sounds off: Trump AI 'Jesus' image, Tucker Carlson01:03 Church in Wales votes to make same-sex blessings permanent01:52 Texas pastor rebukes school board for allowing X-rated books02:42 10-day ceasefire in Lebanon begins03:30 Matt Chandler on political idolatry, deconstruction04:16 Mark Driscoll to speak at Rededicate 250 on National Mall in DC05:07 Lee Strobel says he's 'jealous' of skeptics watching new docSubscribe to this PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsOvercastFollow Us on Social Media@ChristianPost on TwitterChristian Post on Facebook@ChristianPostIntl on InstagramSubscribe on YouTubeGet the Edifi AppDownload for iPhoneDownload for AndroidSubscribe to Our NewsletterSubscribe to the Freedom Post, delivered every Monday and ThursdayClick here to get the top headlines delivered to your inbox every morning!Links to the NewsEric Metaxas sounds off: Trump AI 'Jesus' image, Tucker CarlsonChurch in Wales votes to make same-sex blessings permanent | Church & MinistriesTexas pastor rebukes school board for allowing X-rated books | Education10-day ceasefire in Lebanon begins | WorldMatt Chandler on political idolatry, deconstruction | Church & ministryMark Driscoll to speak at Rededicate 250 on National Mall in DC | Church & MinistriesLee Strobel says he's 'jealous' of skeptics watching new doc | Entertainment

It's Friday, April 17th, A.D. 2026. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 140 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Adam McManus Nigerian Government Convicts Nearly 400 on Terrorism Charges  A federal high court in Abuja, Nigeria, has convicted 386 people on terrorism charges in one of the largest mass convictions in recent times. Those convicted were linked to Islamic State West Africa Province or to Boko Haram, a deadly terrorist group founded in northern Nigeria, reports International Christian Concern. The convictions come as the Nigerian government faces significant pressure from the United States to curb terrorism within its borders and to more effectively protect vulnerable Christian communities caught up in the violence perpetrated by these Islamist terrorist groups. Reports indicate that the Muslim terrorists convicted received sentences ranging from five years to life in prison. Authorities originally charged 508 individuals. Two were acquitted, eight were discharged, and 112 cases were adjourned. Former Virginia Lt. Gov shot and killed wife & self in murder-suicide A Virginia police chief delivered disturbing news at a press conference yesterday about a murder-suicide, reports NewsNation. DAVIS: “Former Lieutenant Governor Justin Fairfax shot and killed his wife inside of their home and then shot and killed himself.” Fairfax County Police Chief Kevin Davis said the husband and wife were found dead at their home in Annandale, Virginia, on Thursday.  Former Lt. Gov. Fairfax was recently served some paperwork associated with an upcoming divorce court proceeding which led to the incident. While they were separated they were still living in the same home. Davis said the couple's two teenage children were at the home when Fairfax shot his wife, Cerina, “several times” before running to a different part of the house and turning the gun on himself. The shooting took place shortly after midnight, and police said one son called 911. Both Fairfax and his wife were pronounced dead at the scene. The police chief added, “Tragic for the children to lose both parents. Extra tragic for them to actually be in the home when it occurred.” ABC's Joy Behar: Jesus never claimed to be the Messiah On April 14th, Joy Behar, the self-professed agnostic on ABC's talk show The View, asserted that Jesus never claimed to be the Messiah, reports The Christian Post. BEHAR: “Jesus Himself did not run around saying, ‘I'm the Messiah. I'm the Messiah.'” SARA HAINES: "That's exactly what Jesus said!" BEHAR: "No he did not. Jesus was more modest than that. Jesus was not narcissistic like this guy [Trump]." HAINES: "When you are the Messiah, it's not narcissism to say it!" BEHAR: “Yes it is.” In John 4:25-26, Jesus had a conversation with the Samaritan woman at the well. “The woman said, ‘I know that Messiah' (called Christ) ‘is coming. When He comes, He will explain everything to us.' Then Jesus declared, ‘I, the one speaking to you—I am He.'” In John 16:15-17, Jesus asked His disciples, “‘But what about you? Who do you say I am?” Simon Peter answered, “You are the Messiah, the Son of the living God.” Jesus replied, “Blessed are you… for this was not revealed to you by flesh and blood, but by My Father in Heaven.'” And in Mark 14:61-62, the high priest questioned Jesus and asked Him, “Are you the Messiah, the Son of the Blessed One?” Jesus replied, “I am. And you will see the Son of Man sitting at the right hand of the Mighty One.” More U.S. young men attend church More young men in America report that they attend church, or other houses of worship, at least monthly, according to a Gallup poll released Thursday, reports The Washington Post. Forty percent of men, ages 18 to 29, attend religious services monthly or more often. That's a seven percentage point increase from 2023, and the highest percentage who have reported doing so since 2013. Pockets of young Americans, especially men, are joining faith communities and driving increased attendance at church and religious gatherings. Although women have historically been more religious than men, male and female attendance at houses of worship, for people under 30, is now statistically tied. Martin Luther refused to recant on April 18, 1521 And finally, 505 years ago, on April 18th, 1521, Martin Luther was called before Emperor Charles V at the Diet of Worms to recant his teaching which rejected the authority of the Catholic Church and underscored the authority of Scripture. Luther uttered these immortal words that day that launched the Protestant Reformation, depicted here in the 2003 movie entitled “Luther.” Listen. LUTHER: “Unless I am convinced by Scripture and by plain reason, and not by popes and councils, who have so often contradicted themselves, my conscience is captive to the Word of God. To go against conscience is neither right nor safe. I cannot, and I will not, recant. Here I stand. I can do no other. God help me!” Hebrews 4:12 says, “For the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart.” You can watch the movie “Luther” for free through a special link in our transcript today at www.TheWorldview.com. Close And that's The Worldview on this Friday, April 17th, in the year of our Lord 2026. Follow us on X or subscribe for free by Spotify, Amazon Music, or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com.  Plus, you can get the Generations app through Google Play or The App Store. I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). 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It's Thursday, April 16th, A.D. 2026. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 140 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Jonathan Clark and Adam McManus 1 million Lebanese displaced by Middle East conflict The recent war in the Middle East between the U.S., Israel, and Iran has displaced over one million people in Lebanon.  Israel has bombed targets in Lebanon associated with Hezbollah, a Muslim militant group backed by Iran.  Christians make up a third of Lebanon's population. Sadly, Israel's bombardments there have lead to the deaths of over 2,000 people, including Christians.  Michel Constantin with the Catholic Near East Welfare Agency said, “Towns and villages in which Christians live in south Lebanon have also been violently attacked without any warning. Israel has bombed areas that have nothing to do with Hezbollah.” United States brokers peace deal between Lebanon and Israel The United States brokered peace talks between Lebanon and Israel in Washington, D.C. on Tuesday. It's the first time the two countries have held diplomatic talks in decades.  Lebanon and Israel agreed to work towards ending the influence of Hezbollah, the terrorist group. Listen to comments from U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio. RUBIO: “This is a historic opportunity. We understand we're working against decades of history and complexities that have led us to this unique moment. “Some of you are shouting questions about ceasefire. This is a lot more than just about that. This is about bringing a permanent end to 20 or 30 years of Hezbollah's influence in this part of the world.” Slow economic growth this year because of Middle East war The International Monetary Fund expects global economic growth to slow this year due to the war in the Middle East.  The conflict is driving up energy prices and disrupting shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.  The International Monetary Fund projects global growth to slow to 3.1 percent this year. That's down from its original forecast of 3.3 percent.   70% of Americans think taxes too high Yesterday was tax day in the United States. A new Fox News Poll found a record 70 percent of voters think their taxes are too high. That's up from 60 percent in 2025. Also, 75 percent of people see government spending as wasteful. That's up nearly 20 percentage points since 2025. The average single worker in the U.S. sends just under a third of their income to the government. That's according to a report by the Cato Institute.  U.S. fertility rate down The U.S. fertility rate fell to a new low last year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.  The general fertility rate in 2025 was 53.1 births per 1,000 females aged 15 to 44. That's down one percent from the rate in 2024 and down 23 percent from 2007. The fertility rate for women in their 20s has dropped significantly. Meanwhile, the rates for women in their 30s and early 40s is growing.   Hegseth and Rubio will read the Bible aloud Nearly 500 leaders from all spheres of influence are about to gather in Washington, D.C. to read the entire Bible aloud. The Museum of the Bible is hosting its “America Reads the Bible” event from April 19 to 25. Participants will read Scripture for 12 hours each day. Readers include Rev. Franklin Graham, Dr. Ben Carson, War Secretary Pete Hegseth, and Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Six governors and 20 members of Congress will also be reading the Bible aloud.  The event's website says, “In honor of the 250th birthday of the United States, America Reads the Bible serves as a spiritual celebration of our nation's founding ideals and a call to rediscover the truth that still anchors us today.” Nehemiah 9:3 says, “And they stood up in their place and read from the Book of the Law of the LORD their God for one-fourth of the day; and, for another fourth, they confessed and worshiped the LORD their God.” Oklahoma principal risked life to stop school shooter An Oklahoma high school principal risked his life to stop a school shooter last week. The 20-year-old shooter opened fire inside the lobby of Pauls Valley High School last Tuesday afternoon. The principal, 60-year-old Kirk Moore, charged the shooter, tackling him to the ground. Another staff member helped disarm the gunman.  Moore was the only person injured in the incident, suffering a shot to his leg. However, he is healthy and recovering after being hospitalized. He wrote in a statement last Friday, “I am grateful that my instincts and training, as well as God's hand, were available to me on Tuesday.” John 15:13 says, “Greater love has no one than this, than to lay down one's life for his friends.” Today is the FINAL day to see “A Great Awakening” Christian film And finally, as the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, the word “liberty” is resurfacing in cultural debates, but for Sight & Sound President Joshua Enck, it carries a deeper meaning, inspiring the ministry's new film, “A Great Awakening,” reports The Christian Post. “On the Liberty Bell, it quotes Leviticus 25:10 which says, ‘Proclaim liberty throughout all the land and to all the inhabitants thereof.' Wnck, who also directed this film, said, “I want that liberty to ring out over this nation once again in the hearts of men and women.” The film centers on the unlikely friendship between 18th-century evangelist George Whitefield and Founding Father Benjamin Franklin, a deist.  Whitefield, widely regarded as one of the most influential preachers of the Great Awakening, traveled thousands of miles on horseback throughout the American colonies.   Enck said, “It was the first shared experience across the colonies. Eighty percent of colonists didn't just hear about Whitefield; they heard him preach. They were unified by something they could all believe in.” Remarkably, he spoke 18,000 times to 10 million people in person. One scene depicted in the film shows Whitefield preaching in a coal field in Bristol, England, drawing miners from underground. He wrote in his diary that he saw white streaks down their blackened cheeks from tears. The director explained, “They were a team. Franklin was the greatest promoter of the greatest event in American history. There were many preachers leading up to 1776, but there were none like Whitefield, and when you combined the power of his voice with Franklin's ability to get the word out, it unified the colonies.” According to Enck, before the political revolution came spiritual awakening. He noted, “Our tagline says it all: ‘Before the revolution, there was a revelation.'”  In the film, Whitefield delivers a line that encapsulates Enck's understanding of biblical liberty: “Blood will be shed for the liberty you're talking about, but blood was already shed [by Jesus Christ] for the liberty.” He added, “This film doesn't shy away from the Gospel. We don't soft-shoe anything.” Rather than portraying historical figures as flawless icons, the film highlights their humanity and need for a Savior. Today is the final day that A Great Awakening is in the theaters.  Make it a priority for your family to see it. Bring some friends. Check out special links to watch the trailer and purchase tickets in our transcript today at www.TheWorldview.com. The film's website is www.AGreatAwakening.com.  Close And that's The Worldview on this Thursday, April 16th, in the year of our Lord 2026. Follow us on X or subscribe for free by Spotify, Amazon Music, or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com.  Plus, you can get the Generations app through Google Play or The App Store. I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

It's Friday, April 10th, A.D. 2026. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 140 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Adam McManus Maunday Thursday Massacre: Muslims killed 43 Christians in Congo On April 2nd, the Islamic Allied Democratic Forces killed dozens of Christians in Mambasa Territory located in the Democratic Republic of Congo, reports International Christian Concern. The attack in the African nation occurred on Maundy Thursday, a day during Holy Week when Christians remember the Last Supper. A religious freedom advocate, who wanted to remain anonymous for safety purposes, said, “The initial death toll of 43 may rise further; some victims were burned inside their homes, and others are still in the bush. The attackers surprised the population in their sleep. The victims were killed by gunfire, and several were beheaded with machetes. The images are unbearable.” In Revelation 6:9-10, “When [Jesus] opened the fifth seal, I saw under the altar the souls of those who had been slain because of the Word of God and the testimony they had maintained. They called out in a loud voice, ‘How long, Sovereign Lord, holy and true, until You judge the inhabitants of the Earth and avenge our blood?'” White House envoy to Netanyahu: Stop bombing Lebanon Iran's new Supreme Leader issued a chilling message after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was scolded by U.S. President Donald Trump for nearly jeopardizing the shaky ceasefire. On Wednesday, Prime Minister Netanyahu held a phone call between President Trump and White House envoy Steve Witkoff, according to Axios. Witkoff reportedly told Netanyahu to “calm down” the strikes in Lebanon and open peace negotiations. Amid Trump's two-week ceasefire with Iran, Israel has continued to bombard urban population centers in Lebanon, including Beirut, killing and injuring civilians. Trump's request came as the United States prepares to meet with Iranian leaders in Pakistan to negotiate an end to the war. Iran claims Lebanon was part of the ceasefire deal with the U.S. and is now threatening to abandon peace talks and keep the Strait of Hormuz closed unless Israel stops attacking its proxy, Hezbollah, in the region. However, U.S. and Israeli diplomats deny that the ceasefire with the Iranian Islamic regime applies to Netanyahu's ground offensive against Lebanon. New evidence reveals deep pro-abortion bias at Biden's DOJ A nearly 60-page report from the Trump Department of Justice contains “evidence of collusion and unethical behavior” between the Biden-era DOJ and pro-abortion entities, including the National Abortion Federation, reports LifeSiteNews.com. According to MS Now, formerly known as MSNBC, the draft says, “Upon assuming office, the Biden DOJ shattered the public's trust by weaponizing the [Freedom of Access to Clinic Entrances Act of 1994] to advance a pro-abortion agenda, and the DOJ's Civil Rights Division was at the forefront of this weaponization.” Randall Terry, founder of Operation Rescue, who has seen the evidence on which the report was based, spoke to LifeSiteNews after the leak of the document. Terry told LifeSite that he and Terrisa Bukovinac, founder of Progressive Anti-Abortion Uprising, were granted access to the unredacted records on March 4, 2026. Bukovinac and Terry met with Trump's DOJ officials in Washington, D.C., because the documents reference Terry by name and Bukovinac's organization. Terry said the report contains clear evidence of unethical coordination between Biden lead prosecutor Sanjay Patel and pro-abortion groups, including the National Abortion Federation. At the same time, 70 attacks on pro-life pregnancy centers went largely uninvestigated and unprosecuted in the months after Roe v. Wade was overturned. The Department of Justice documents include: an email in which Sanjay Patel was helping National Abortion Federation obtain a significant financial grant, Patel allegedly suggested ways to increase prison time for pro-lifers engaged in peaceful activities, to create fear among pro-life activists. 'Gas & Glory': Tenn church gives hundreds of commuters free gas And finally, amid rapidly escalating gas prices worldwide, a Tennessee church recently pumped out free gasoline for hundreds of commuters, reports The Christian Post. Overcoming Believers Church of Knoxville, which has a membership of 1,500 people, held its “Gas & Glory” event on Saturday at a local Thumbs Up Exxon station. They blessed 400 drivers with $20 worth of free gas. Additionally, volunteers provided free T-shirts, candy for children, and invited drivers to join them for worship on Easter Sunday. Karen Swint, a spokeswoman for the church, said, “People need to see us be the hands and feet of Jesus Christ. The Bible tells us to ‘Go and make disciples.' I truly believe this is the best way to do [it]. We are to be doers of the Word, not only hearers or speakers.” James 1:22 says, “But be doers of the word, and not hearers only.” The “Gas & Glory” event comes at a time when gas prices worldwide have been sharply increasing amid the ongoing conflict between Iran and the United States and Israel, rising above $4.00 a gallon in the U.S. Close And that's The Worldview on this Friday, April 10th, in the year of our Lord 2026. Follow us on X or subscribe for free by Spotify, Amazon Music, or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com.  Plus, you can get the Generations app through Google Play or The App Store. I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

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