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Barna Study Shows COVID Spike Could Impact Christmas Church Attendance

With COVID-19 numbers on the rise again, pastors are contemplating the best approach to services during the Christmas season. Hear more about how the coronavirus could impact attendance in this episode with host Nadia Joy Schult.

Dec 7, 20202 min

COVID Lockdowns Lead to Rising Suicide Rates

Suicide rates have risen in nations around the world during the COVID-19 pandemic. Mental health experts are also concerned over media hype about the coronavirus. Learn more about what countries and age groups are affected in this episode with host John Matarazzo.

Dec 7, 20203 min

Police Fine Canadian Churches for Drive-in Services

Police are attempting to shut down drive-in services at churches in the Canadian province of Manitoba. In this episode with host Nadia Joy Schult, find out how they are seeking to enforce these restrictions during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Dec 7, 20202 min

Impromptu Family Food Drive Brings Hope and Cheer in Christmas Season

It’s no secret the COVID-19 pandemic has seriously impacted many families. Find out in this episode with Nadia Joy Schult how one Utah family decided to use their popular YouTube page to encourage and bless their community. The Mat Shaw family's effort is a great example of how all of us can help in this time of need.

Dec 4, 20203 min

Dutch Sheets Leads Operation Valkyrie in Wake of Contested US Election

Prophet Dutch Sheets desires to see America return to its godly heritage. In light of that, he is activating believers to wake up and intercede for the nation as never before. "Operation Valkyrie" is part of that effort. In this episode with host John Matarazzo, learn how God's people acts in their authority in Christ, prayed in unity for the nation and decreed in the spiritual realm that God's will be done in the election outcome.

Dec 4, 20205 min

Christian Artists Light Up National Christmas Tree Ceremony

The National Christmas Tree is not the only thing that will shine bright this year. Find out from host Nadia Joy Schult which noteworthy performers and special guests are gracing the Washington, D.C., stage during the tree-lighting ceremony Dec. 3, 2020.

Dec 3, 20202 min

Cybersecurity Expert Exposes US Election Fraud in Multiple States

Cybersecurity expert and retired U.S. Army Col. Philip Waldron testified to the Pennsylvania and Arizona legislatures about significant issues with voting machines that are vulnerable to corruption. Find out what his recommendations were in this episode with host John Matarazzo.

Dec 3, 20203 min

Conservative Candace Owens Shares Why Joe Biden Is Not President-Elect

In a Facebook Live video, conservative activist Candace Owens provides answers as to why the mainstream media has assumed they can declare Joe Biden president-elect. Join host Nadia Joy Schult for this episode as she highlights Owens’ main points disputing the media's role in creating the "mirage" that the former vice president will be America's next president.

Dec 2, 20203 min

Newsmax Anchor Asks for Prayer for CNN Reporter's Sick Child

A Newsmax TV anchor recently asked for prayer for a reporter’s daughter from rival network CNN. In this episode, host John Matarazzo shares what motivated Newsmax anchor Greg Kelly to close his show one night with this special request.

Dec 2, 20203 min

Grow a Beard for World Missions

Who would have thought that growing a beard could lead to funding gospel outreach around the world? In this episode, host John Matarazzo shares the "Year Beard" campaign, a creative approach to fundraising introduced by The Tide radio ministry.

Dec 1, 20203 min

Muslim Extremist Violence Spreads in Africa

More than 1,200 Nigerian Christians have been slaughtered by radical Islamic groups such as Boko Haram in the first six months of 2020. That's more than were reportedly killed in all of 2019. In this episode with host Nadia Joy Schult, learn more about this travesty and what the American Center for Law and Justice is doing to put an end to this violence.

Nov 30, 20202 min

Trump Judge Says Planned Parenthood Can Be Defunded

The pro-life movement is celebrating a big win. The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals has ruled that Medicaid funds can be cut from Planned Parenthood. Find out which states are affected by this decision in this episode with host John Matarazzo.

Nov 27, 20202 min

Chinese Communist Party Threatens Churches With Closure

The Chinese Communist Party is threatening churches with closure if they do not worship the party instead of God. Find out more in this episode with host John Matarazzo, and pray for the believers in China who often face persecution for their faith.

Nov 25, 20203 min

Spiritual Battle Over US Election Continues

Trusted prophetic voices declared that President Donald Trump would win a second term. Now, many are asking if these prophets got it wrong. Prophetic leader Dutch Sheets is taking another approach and calling on Christians to engage in spiritual battle over the outcome of the election. Find out more in this episode with host John Matarazzo.

Nov 24, 20205 min

Eyewitness Says Election Software Could Change Votes

President Trump’s legal team continues to gather evidence that they say will change the outcome of November's presidential election. In one case, an eyewitness offers firsthand knowledge of how the Smartmatic election software was designed and used in previous international elections. Learn more about the concern of this former Venezuelan national regarding the results of the U.S. presidential election and what Liberty Counsel has to say about it in this episode with host John Matarazzo.

Nov 23, 20205 min

Pro-Life Advocates Sue Washington Over Free Speech

Pro-life advocates painted the message “Black Pre-Born Lives Matter” on a Washington, D.C., street. Now this free speech exercise is the subject of a lawsuit the Alliance Defending Freedom has filed in the case “The Frederick Douglass Foundation v. The District of Columbia.” Learn more in this episode with host John Matarazzo.

Nov 20, 20204 min

Pastor John MacArthur Cleared of COVID Outbreak Accusation

Pastor John MacArthur and Grace Community Church got some great news from the Department of Public Health in Los Angeles County. MacArthur's California church has been cleared of the COVID-19 outbreak after a thorough investigation. Find out what other good news the church received in this episode with host John Matarazzo.

Nov 19, 20203 min

Hundreds of Dead People Reportedly Request Mail-In Ballots in Pennsylvania

More than 1,600 dead people in Pennsylvania requested mail-in ballots for the election, according to Liberty Counsel. Learn more about this potential voting fraud in this episode with host Nadia Joy Schult.

Nov 18, 20203 min

Israel Demands Apology From CNN Anchor

CNN International Anchor, Christiane Amanpour, commented recently made a comparison that has brought criticism and demands from Israel for a public apology. Find out more in this episode with host John Matarazzo.

Nov 18, 20202 min

Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito Issues Warning on Religious Liberties

The attack on religious liberties in the U.S. has increased during the COVID-19 pandemic. Now Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito says that religious liberty is in danger. Find out what kind of danger he was referring to in this episode with host John Matarazzo.

Nov 17, 20202 min

Ohio Clergy Support Israel Through Bond Investment

In contrast to the World Council of Churches, pastors in Ohio have proclaimed their support for Israel through a major financial investment. Host Nadia Joy Schult reports in this episode how this makes Ohio the largest state holder of Israel bonds.

Nov 17, 20203 min

Trump Legal Team Gets First Win in Pennsylvania

President Trump’s legal team has filed multiple lawsuits in several states to ensure all legal votes are counted and all illegal votes are rejected. The Trump campaign now has a win in this fight. Learn more in this episode with host John Matarazzo.

Nov 16, 20202 min

Paralyzed Pakistani Christian Shot Over Snack Wins Court Case

The European branch of the American Center for Law and Justice has secured a victory in court for a Pakistani Christian who was shot over a snack he was selling to two men. Today he is in a wheelchair, but his family is thanking God for this favorable ruling. In this episode with host John Matarazzo, learn more about how this Christian law firm came to his aid and stuck with the case for years.

Nov 13, 20203 min

Trump Administration Signs Life-Affirming Declaration

President Trump's administration has rebuked the United Nations a second time for its pro-abortion stance. In this episode with host John Matarazzo, find out about the administration's pro-life views that affirm the dignity of the human being from conception.

Nov 12, 20204 min

Georgia Orders Full Vote Recount in US Presidential Election

Georgia has decided to conduct a full hand recount of the ballots cast in the U.S. presidential election because the margin is so slim. Former Vice President Joe Biden is ahead at the time of this recording. Learn more in this episode with host John Matarazzo.

Nov 12, 20202 min

Trump Supporters Hold 'Stop the Steal' Rallies Across US

The streets of U.S. cities have been abuzz since the media declared Joe Biden had won the presidency before the vote count was complete. With controversy over alleged voter fraud, President Trump's supporters have organized "Stop the Steal" rallies to show their opposition. Learn more in this episode with host Nadia Joy Schult.

Nov 10, 20203 min

Christian Conservative Bishop Harry Jackson Dies Unexpectedly

Faith leaders offer heartfelt condolences after the death of a general of the faith whose life impacted thousands, including President Trump and the White House staff. Join host Nadia Joy Schult as she recalls significant moments of Bishop Harry Jackson’s life.

Nov 10, 20204 min

Number of Pro-Life Women Doubles In Congress

Although President Trump is still contesting former Vice President Joe Biden's election to the presidency, the pro-life movement is celebrating huge gains in Congress. Find out how many pro-life leaders were added to the ranks in this episode with host John Matarazzo.

Nov 10, 20203 min

Pastors in India Face Rising Persecution

In the face of a religious nationalism movement, pastors in India now expect to be arrested and detained for practicing their faith. As a result, many have trouble finding work. Learn more in this episode with host John Matarazzo.

Nov 9, 20204 min

Family Matters: A Chat With Jonathan McKee

How do families connect in a world of screens? Authors Jonathan and Alyssa McKee, who are father and daughter, present powerful, practical answers to this question along with real-life stories and Spirit-led guidance in their book, "The Teen's Guide to Face-to-Face Connections in a Screen-to-Screen World." Listen as host Marti Pieper interviews Jonathan for some solid advice on how to stop letting devices control you and begin enjoying authentic relationships.

Nov 9, 202027 min

Pentecostal Pastor and Televangelist Irvin Baxter Dies of COVID-19 Complications

After being hospitalized with COVID-19, the Endtime Ministries founder and president Irvin Baxter died at age 75. Listen to hear about the legacy he leaves behind.

Nov 6, 20202 min

School Stops Third Grader From Wearing Jesus Loves Me Mask

Learn how a 3rd grader’s Jesus Loves Me mask brings a first amendment cast against the school when you listen to this story.

Nov 6, 20204 min

Republican Senator Joni Ernst Wins Reelection

Republicans have maintained their majority in the U.S. Senate, and Republican Senator Joni Ernst of Iowa has won her reelection bid. Find out more about this loyal supporter of President Trump in this episode with host John Matarazzo.

Nov 5, 20202 min

GMA Dove Awards Go Virtual Amid COVID-19 Restrictions

The Gospel Music Association honored the best artists and performances in Christian music in a virtual presentation of the 51st annual awards Oct. 30. Find out who won the top awards of the 2020 season, including the only film category, Inspirational Film of the Year, in this episode with host Nadia Joy Schult.

Nov 5, 20203 min

US Marshals Rescue 27 Missing Children

Host Nadia Joy Schult recounts the details of the latest in a string of child rescue initiatives by U.S. marshals. This adds to a remarkable number of children being rescued from human trafficking across the country.

Nov 5, 20202 min

Assemblies of God Pastor Pauline Harthern Dies at 90

Pauline Harthern, co-pastor of Calvary Assembly of God in Winter Park, Florida, from 1970 to 1981, died Nov. 2 in Orlando. She also wrote a popular column in "Charisma" magazine. Hear the details of her incredible ministry and the legacy she leaves behind from host Nadia Joy Schult in this episode.

Nov 4, 20203 min

US Seal Team Rescues Missionary in Nigeria

On Oct. 31, the U.S. Special Forces team known as Seal Team 6 rescued American missionary Philip Walton, who was being held hostage for ransom. Find out about Walton's kidnapping from his home in Niger in this episode with host John Matarazzo.

Nov 4, 20203 min

Sadie Robertson Huff Announces New Worship Initiative

Sadie Robertson Huff of "Duck Dynasty" and "Dancing With the Stars" fame has teamed up with several worship leaders to form the new initiative LO Worship. Find out about the heart behind this new endeavor on this episode with host Nadia Joy Schult.

Nov 3, 20202 min

Police Call Vienna Shooting 'Terror Attack'

Gunman targeted six locations in Vienna, Austria, on Nov. 2, leaving one dead and several wounded. Listen to this episode with host Nadia Joy Schult to find out why security officials are calling this a “terror attack.”

Nov 3, 20202 min

Liberty Counsel Denounces Colorado Lawsuit Against Andrew Wommack Ministries

The state of Colorado argued its case against Andrew Wommack Ministries in an attempt to stop them from hosting religious gatherings. But Liberty Counsel says the lawsuit stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic is futile. Learn more in this episode from host John Matarazzo.

Nov 2, 20204 min

Colorado Ballot Proposal Would Ban Abortion After 22 Weeks

As one of seven states that allow abortion up to birth, Colorado recently offered a ballot proposal that has pro-life advocates fighting hard to ban abortions after 22 weeks. Learn about the initiative to strengthen support to ban late-term abortion in this episode with host Nadia Joy Schult.

Nov 2, 20203 min

France on High Alert After 3 Deaths in Attack at Church

Three people are dead in Nice, France, after a knife-wielding assailant killed them inside a church Oct. 29. This was the third attack in the last two months that French authorities have attributed to Muslim extremists. Find out more about the call for attacks by these extremists in this episode with host John Matarazzo.

Oct 30, 20203 min

Prophetic Pastor Kerry Kirkwood Reveals 'Lying Spirits' Behind Media

Texas Pastor Kerry Kirkwood joins Sid Roth on "It's Supernatural!" to share what he believes the Lord told him regarding the U.S. presidential election and the media's filtered views. Find out more in this episode with host Nadia Joy Schult.

Oct 30, 20202 min

Jonathan Cahn Calls for Election Day Fasting and Prayer

On Sept. 26, 2020, Rabbi Jonathan Cahn led a call for America to repent and return to the Lord from the National Mall in the nation's capital. Cahn is asking Christians now to fast and pray for the election on the very day Americans complete the voting process at the polls. In this episode, host John Matarazzo shares more of why the author of "The Harbinger II" is so committed to united prayer for the nation in this season.

Oct 30, 20203 min

Christian Leaders Celebrate Amy Coney Barrett Confirmation to the Supreme Court

President Trump nominated Judge Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court, and after a week of hearings, she became Justice Amy Coney Barrett. Christian leaders from across the nation have been praising the appointment. Learn more in this episode with host John Matarazzo.

Oct 28, 20205 min

Witches Attempt to Hex President Trump

The practice of witchcraft is rising in the United States. Recently CBN News reported that a 13,000-member Facebook Witches group has increased their political activism by regularly cursing Donald Trump since his election. Find out what these witches intended in this episode with host John Matarazzo.

Oct 27, 20203 min

Oregon Christian School Sues Governor

The Alliance Defending Freedom is representing a small Christian school in Oregon in a lawsuit against the state because of unfair treatment. The existence of Hermiston Christian School is now being threatened even though the school is doing everything it can to reach compliance with the state's COVID-19 guidelines. Learn more in this episode with host John Matarazzo.

Oct 26, 20204 min

World Vision Empowers Children With 'Chosen' Sponsorship Program

Rebel Church Pastor Brandon Caddell and World Vision's Reward Sibanda join host Chris Johnson to share their transformative experience with the new "Chosen" program. It's child sponsorship with a special twist. Find out on this episode how your church can learn more and get involved.

Oct 23, 202022 min

California Health Authorities Clamp Down on Holiday Gatherings

The California Department of Health has issued strict regulations on holiday gatherings, which has prompted a strong reaction from its citizens. Listen and learn more in this episode with host John Matarazzo.

Oct 23, 20203 min

Traditional Peanuts Holiday Specials Won't Air on TV in 2020

Find out what happened after the beloved Peanuts Christmas favorite moved from broadcast TV to Apple TV+. Host Nadia Joy Schult shares the news that will disappoint many Chuck and Snoopy fans.

Oct 23, 20203 min