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After the Capitol breach in Washington on Jan. 6, many states deployed National Guard troops to protect the Capitol. But 5,000 Guardsmen were sent to a parking garage, which appears to be a national disgrace. Learn what happened in this episode with host John Matarazzo.

Under the new Biden Administration, many have asked what the U.S. relationship with Israel will be like moving forward. But Biden's secretary of state, Anthony Blinken, has vowed to maintain the positive relationship with Israel that the Trump Administration built. Learn more in this episode with host John Matarazzo.

In President Trump's last few days in office, he issued a declaration that Jan. 22 be known as National Sanctity of Human Life day. In this episode with host Nadia Joy Schult, find out what's so special about the date chosen for this celebration of life.

With Joe Biden taking the oath of office as the 46th president of the United States, many conservative Christians are struggling with this turn of events. Jamie Morgan, lead pastor of Life Church in Williamstown, New Jersey, offers 10 Spirit-filled ways to respond right now. Hear what they are from host John Matarazzo in this episode.

Several major retail stores are pulling Mike Lindell's MyPillow products. Why? He is being accused of spreading voter fraud conspiracies and claims that the election was rigged. Find out more in this episode with host John Matarazzo.

The annual March for Life event held in Washington, D.C., is going virtual this year. Set to take place on the National Mall on Jan. 29, 2021, organizers announced the move to online because of "heightened pressures" on law enforcement and the COVID-19 pandemic. In this episode, find out from host Nadia Joy Schult how you can participate in the virtual event.

Mrs. Joanne Rogers, widow of famed children's television pioneer and minister Fred Rogers, died in Pittsburgh, where "Mister Rogers' Neighborhood" was filmed for many years. In this episode with host Nadia Joy Schult, learn more about Mrs. Rogers' life and accomplishments.

With COVID-19 ravaging California, Gov. Gavin Newsom has instituted strict lockdowns and targeted churches for indoor worship. Evangelist Mario Murillo set up a tent revival in Bakersfield to reach people who felt the need for a move of God. Now the revival has been extended. Listen to hear more good news from host John Matarazzo.

Some arrests have been made related to the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol incursion. Left-wing activist John Earle Sullivan was among them. Host John Matarazzo reports in this episode on the mission of Sullivan's group and why the well-known activist wants you to "join the revolution."

The Supreme Court has reinstated a U.S. Food and Drug Administration rule that required women purchasing abortion drugs to pick them up in person. Now women who want to induce abortion at home cannot receive the chemical abortion pill mifepristone by mail. In this episode with host John Matarazzo, learn about the Trump administration's actions in this case.

In the aftermath of his second impeachment and recent riots at the Capitol, President Trump shared a message with Americans condemning the violence and encouraging unity. Hear the details in this episode with host Nadia Joy Schult.

Should sidewalk counselors at abortion clinics be allowed to pray? The U.S. Supreme Court has opted not to take a pro-life speech case that may have addressed that question. Find out more about this Liberty Counsel case in this episode with host John Matarazzo.

After the success of the first “Pray on MLK” event, the faith leaders of the organization Civil Righteousness are calling believers to attend this follow-up event to spark deeper engagement in racial reconciliation. Host Nadia Joy Schult shares more about this Martin Luther King Day event in this episode.

After Twitter announced a permanent ban on the personal account of President Donald Trump "due to the risk of further incitement of violence," world leaders decried the social media platform. Find out why in this episode with host John Matarazzo.

The COVID-19 pandemic may have been a key to open people's hearts to the gospel. Led by Pastor Greg Laurie, California-based Harvest Ministries saw more than 150,000 people profess faith in Christ in 2020. In this episode with host John Matarazzo, find out about all of the channels Laurie's ministry used last year and continues to use to effectively reach out to those in need.

Wearing a beard in a pandemic could threaten your paycheck. When a Messianic Christian refused to shave his beard because of his religious beliefs, his employer said he would have to go on unpaid leave until he shaved. That’s when the American Center for Law and Justice learned about the threat to his religious liberty and chose to represent him. Hear what happened next in this episode with host John Matarazzo.

The Canadian province of British Colombia has banned indoor events because of COVID-19. But Riverside Calvary Chapel of Langley has continued its in-person worship services indoors. Now police have cited the church a second time. In this episode with host John Matarazzo, find out why the church thinks it's so important to meet for corporate worship.

Some of the most thrilling stories of courage in the Bible involve the Philistines. To shed light on recent discoveries about this fearsome people group, the Museum of the Bible in Washington, D.C., is hosting a live Zoom webinar. Learn more in this episode with host Nadia Joy Schult.

The certification of the electoral college count is normally a formality, but this year, frustrations about the outcome of the November 2020 election piqued in fury. Although many of President Trump's supporters were peaceful, a group of rioters breached the U.S. Capitol building and lawmakers were forced into temporary lockdown. President Trump acknowledged the election fraud in a video but asked those causing trouble in Washington to go home in peace. Hear more from host John Matarazzo in this episode on what happened on this sad and historic day in the nation's capital.

A Christian school in Toledo County, Ohio, stood up to what its leadership believed were unfair and inconsistent COVID-19 restrictions in the county. Find out about the school's win for religious freedom in this episode with host John Matarazzo.

Democratic Congressman Emanuel Cleaver, who is also a United Methodist pastor, prayed to open the session of the 117th Congress, but his was a rather controversial prayer. Find out who he prayed to and how his prayer ended in this episode with host Nadia Joy Schult.

Pastor Mark Allen McWilliams lost his life in his East Texas church Sunday, Jan. 3. In this episode, host John Matarazzo reports on what transpired when the pastor discovered someone was hiding from police in the Starrville Methodist Church.

Many Christians continue to pray against fraud and deception in the November 2020 election determining whether Donald Trump or Joe Biden becomes president. Now we come to next stage, certifying the electoral college votes. On Jan. 6, 2021, several U.S. senators plan to object to the count of the electoral college votes. Find out what is expected to transpire that day in this episode with host John Matarazzo.

On Dec. 30, 2020, the nation of Argentina passed a liberal abortion bill that allows mothers the freedom to end their pregnancies. In this episode, host John Matarazzo tells this tragic story.

Since 2005, The Voice of the Martyrs has used large, helium-filled balloons released from the South Korean border to deliver Bibles to North Korea. Now a new law threatens that practice. Learn more in this episode from host John Matarazzo.

Listening to the voice of God saved a police officer's life during a Christmas Day attack on downtown Nashville, Tennessee. Find out how the officer fled the situation and got out of harm's way because he discerned God's voice.

The Los Angeles County Health Department has dropped the county's unconstitutional COVID-19 restrictions on worship gatherings, effective since Dec. 19, 2020. Find out more about this welcome move in this episode with host Nadia Joy Schult.

Operation Rescue has once again given President Donald Trump a special award for his pro-life initiatives. Find out more in this episode with host Nadia Joy Schult.

In yet another airline incident, a family was kicked off their flight when their young child refused to wear a mask even after repeated attempts. The family has never had a problem with flying during the pandemic before, but this time, they were initially banned from flying with United in the future. Find out what happened next in this episode with host John Matarazzo.

Allison Hottinger and Lisa Kalberer are sisters and co-creators of a wonderful playset called The Giving Manger, which is designed to help families shift the focus of Christmas from self to serving Christ and others. Discover a creative alternative to secular "waiting for Christmas" projects and begin a delightful new family-focused tradition.

The United States Department of Health and Human Services has publicly announced that it will be withholding federal funds from California due to forcing abortion. Find out more with your host John Matarazzo.

With more nations engaging in or at least tolerating systematic, ongoing, and egregious violations of religious freedom, the United States is designating more nations as “Countries of Particular Concern”. Find out more on the list of concerning countries violating religious freedoms with your host John Matarazzo.

The annual Dick Clark New Year’s Rockin’ Eve special promotes huge tourism for Louisiana. This year’s headliner and state ambassador was removed from the lineup after NOLA mayor threw a fit. Find out what happened with host Nadia Joy Schult.

As part of their series on forgiveness and generosity, Transformation Church in Bixby, OK, blessed their community with a massive Christmas gift. Listen to the Christmas story that inspires hope.

The Gospel continues to advance around the world. Listen to how Christ for All Nations is not abandoning the Great Commission and how they are continuing to have evangelism campaigns in Africa, even though they have had to change their plans during this global pandemic.

Even amid announcements of the electoral college presidential vote, some Nevada Republican electors took a stand for who they believe should receive their votes and win the presidency. Find out more in this episode with host Nadia Joy Schult.

This Christmas season, online communities are fighting against those who try to dampen the Christmas spirit. Listen to this episode with host Nadia Joy Schult to discover how generous supporters have rallied around two families facing their own real-life Scrooges to bring some Christmas cheer.

MasterCard and Visa are no longer accepted as payment on the world's largest pornographic website, Pornhub, following months of pressure from the press and public. The site also is suspending unverified video uploads, which means that millions of videos of rape and trafficking are no longer available. Find out more in this episode with host John Matarazzo.

Author Julie Lavender taught public school in three states and also homeschooled her four children as her family moved around the country during her husband David's Navy career. She talks with host Marti Pieper in this episode about simple but meaningful gestures and activities you can use to show your children and grandchildren how much they are loved, valued and appreciated. Learn more about 365 Ways to Love Your Child: Turning Little Moments Into Lasting Memories at this link.

Is a juror fit to serve if the juror relies on the evidence presented in court and direction from the Holy Spirit on the case? Concern over whether a juror should pray for guidance led to a juror being dismissed in 2017. Now the American Center for Law and Justice is getting involved so that U.S. citizens are free to exercise their faith even in the jury box. Learn more in this episode with host John Matarazzo.

Despite the title, "The Daniel Fast for Financial Breakthrough," Susan Gregory says her new book doesn't focus on food or even finances. Instead, she says, the book is about the breakthrough the Daniel Fast can bring in our spiritual lives and in our understanding of God and our identity. Listen as Gregory shares powerful truths that will send you on your own journey toward true intimacy with Him.

In another historic agreement, President Donald Trump has announced that Israel and Morocco will normalize relations. In this episode, host John Matarazzo reports that this is the fourth major Arab-Israel peace agreement in four months. Listen as he shares more about this historic agreement.

Thanks to the wonders of science, and the blessing of God’s master plan, a Tennessean family has welcomed their second daughter in the most unexpected way. Listen to this episode to learn more from host Nadia Joy Schult.

Texas is leading the charge against battleground states in the election in a case that the Supreme Court has chosen to hear. The Texas attorney general filed a lawsuit against the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the states of Georgia, Michigan and Wisconsin to block them from locking in their electoral votes. Find out more in this episode with host John Matarazzo.

A Missouri-based theater company is transcending COVID-19 limitations on the arts with their performance of "The Book of Job" from the Old Testament. Find out about the inspiration behind the show in this episode with host Nadia Joy Schult.

Evangelist, author, speaker and radio host Ron Hutchcraft has learned about loss in the most personal of ways. He shares with host Marti Pieper how to find "Hope When Your Heart Is Breaking," which is also the title of his brand-new book. Listen as Hutchcraft shares how God can meet you in your deepest need and reveal Himself in fresh ways.

In 2020, the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews is celebrating an amazing accomplishment. The IFCJ helped 2 million needy people in Israel. In this episode with host John Matarazzo, find out about this humanitarian organization and what led to this record in serving Jewish people in need.

In the wee hours of Dec. 5, 2020, a fire raged against one of the longest-standing churches in the U.S., burning down the bell tower and shattering the stained-glass windows. Hear the details of this tragic event with host Nadia Joy Schult.

The “star of Bethlehem” or “Christmas star” has long been held as an important part of history in the greatest story ever told. For the first time since the Middle Ages, the star is set to rise again. Join host Nadia Joy Schult as she shares the details of this memorable, and even miraculous, end to 2020.

Both U.S. Senate seats are up for grabs in the Jan. 5 Georgia runoff election. The Senate majority is also at stake. Family advocate Dr. James Dobson is challenging Christians to fervently pray for the outcome of the special election so the nation does not succumb to a socialist, anti-family agenda.