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Hillsong Australia founder Brian Houston has joined countless other faith leaders around the world in calling out local governments for the unconstitutional COVID-19 restrictions on churches. Find out more on this episode with host Nadia Joy Schult.

The new documentary "In His Image" aims to equip Christians to have an answer ready for hard questions about the LGBTQ community and the church. Listen to learn more from host Nadia Joy Schult about this new film from the American Family Association.

During the end-of-year holidays, the Salvation Army’s bell ringers and red kettles normally are situated outside grocery stores and shopping centers asking for donations to fund the ministry’s outreach to the needy. But this year, COVID-19 has greatly increased community needs. In this episode with host John Matarazzo, find out what the Salvation Army needs this year and how you can help.

Learn how author and speaker Ginny Dent Brant wrote the book she never wanted to write. In this special interview for Breast Cancer Awareness month, Brant reveals to host Marti Pieper both spiritual and practical lessons for preventing and healing cancer and improving your overall health.

Inspirational romance "2 Hearts" portrays the true story of Leslie and Jorge Bacardi in what the director says is a film that was blessed since Day One. Find out why on with episode with host Nadia Joy Schult.

President Donald Trump and his team made their third visit to The International Church of Las Vegas in October. While there, one of the pastors gave the president a prophetic word. Find out what the word was in this episode with host John Matarazzo.

Without even trying, a computer repair shop owner found his way into a presidential political scandal. News reports reveal that Hunter Biden's laptop, which was taken to the shop for repair but never picked up, contained incriminating photos as well as emails and texts that link former Vice President Joe Biden's family to corruption with Ukraine, Russia and China. Learn more about this dramatic find in this episode with host John Matarazzo.

The First Lady shared an update on her condition on the White House website after receiving a positive COVID-19 test early in October. Listen as host Nadia Joy Schult shares the First Lady's thoughts and prayers.

New Hope Family Services has been placing children in families with a married mother and father for many years. But in 2018, the New York Office of Children and Family Services told New Hope it must close its adoption services if it didn't change this policy. Find out more about Liberty Counsel's work on behalf of the agency in this episode with host John Matarazzo.

Several Christian artists took home awards for their contributions to the world of music. Find out which of Christian music's popular singers won the prominent awards from host Nadia Joy Schult in this episode.

Director Matt Thayer and Executive Producer Daryl Lefever chat with host Chris Johnson on the new documentary "The Trump I Know". In the film, Trump daughter Lara introduces a Hollywood filmmaker to the women in the Trump family, administration, campaign and business. Viewers of this entertaining documentary will see President Donald Trump through the eyes of these women.

A Christian group called Faith and Liberty is supporting the confirmation of Judge Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court. More than 100 students from Liberty University are a part of the group. In this episode with host John Matarazzo, find out why these Christians want to see Barrett confirmed to the highest court of the land.

After 17-year-old Zach Sobiech found out he was terminally ill, he decided to leave inspirational messages in songs. One of those songs, "Clouds," captured the hearts of millions. In this episode, host John Matarazzo shares how the song inspired a movie of the same name.

Capitol Hill Baptist Church in Washington, D.C., has been granted permission to hold outdoor worship services. Find out from host Nadia Joy Schult why this is such a huge win for this 142-year-old congregation.

Steve Green, owner of Hobby Lobby and founder of Museum of the Bible, was honored to receive an award for visionary leadership. In this episode, host Nadia Joy Schult shares why this Christian business owner is considered such an exemplary leader.

The Chinese Communist Party has started another wave of persecution against Christians and especially house churches. A Chinese Christian who ran an online bookstore is among those who are now imprisoned. Find out more about persecuted believers in China in this episode with host John Matarazzo.

The confirmation hearing for President Donald Trump’s nominee to the Supreme Court, Judge Amy Coney Barrett, began Oct. 12. Public approval across political parties is growing for her approval. Find out more in this episode with host John Matarazzo.

On Thursday October 8th, a group of 13 people were charged with plotting to kidnap Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer. Find out what happened as you listen to how Michigan continues to see growing frustration among its residence and protests against the Democrat Governor’s draconian lockdown restrictions.

The 2020 Nobel Peace Prize was awarded to the World Food Programme on Oct. 10, 2020. Find out why this organization is the perfect recipient for this honor in a pandemic-ridden world with host Nadia Joy Schult.

President Trump’s daughter-in-law, Lara, is streaming weekly prayer sessions online via Facebook and YouTube to pray for the upcoming election. Listen to our host Nadia share about this special message President Trump shared in the most recent prayer meeting.

The Global Mercy will be the worlds largest Non Government Organization hospital ship. Listen to hear how this customized ship will be setting sail to take mercy around the globe.

Contemporary Christian singers Jaci Velasquez and Evan Craft have teamed up with My Faith Votes as a way to help mobilize Hispanic Christians to vote. Hear more about their goal through participating in this nonpartisan, faith-based organization.

When Netflix released the French film “Cuties” they weren’t expecting the backlash that they have received. The film sparked pubic outrage months before it was released because if its provocative movie poster and publicity featuring 11 year old girls in sexual situations. Listen to hear how Netflix defended their actions but are now facing criminal charges.

Listen to this story about Vice President Mike Pence dedicated the evening to Christian martyr Kayla Mueller at the October 7th vice presidential debate in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Honoring the sanctity of human life, the Creation Museum in Petersburg, Kentucky, introduced in September 2020 an exhibit called “Fearfully and Wonderfully Made.” The new exhibit is a $1.2 million investment and celebrates the miracle of life. Listen as host John Matarazzo shares more about this new reason to visit the Creation Museum.

Carter Conlon, who is general overseer of Times Square Church, in New York City hosts a virtual worldwide prayer meeting each week that draws participants from 200 countries. On Oct. 6, 2020, he hosted at Plymouth Rock in one of America's most historic locations. Find out from host Nadia Joy Schult in this episode which Christian leaders participated and what critical question Conlon asked that revealed the solemn purpose of this special prayer gathering.

Actor Kevin Sorbo and philosopher Dr. John Lennox bring "Against the Tide: Finding God in an Age of Science" to U.S. theaters nationwide in a special one-night-only event. Watch the trailer at againstthetide.movie and find out more about the film in this episode with host Nadia Joy Schult.

President Donald Trump announced through Twitter Oct. 1 that he and First Lady Melania Trump had tested positive for COVID-19, but they both are on their way to recovery. In this episode with host John Matarazzo, find out how the president thanked his supporters even while in the hospital.

Pastor Carter Conlon, general overseer of New York City's Times Square Church, will lead his virtual prayer meeting Oct. 6 from Plymouth Rock, a historic site significant in the founding of the United States. In this episode, host John Matarazzo shares why Pastor Conlon chose this spot for this particular prayer event.

Losses have been devastating as wildfires continue to ravage the U.S. West Coast. Bethel Church in Redding, California, has sent out the Bethel Global Response team to help their neighbors in need. Find out more in this episode from host John Matarazzo.

Being an informed voter is a challenge with all the races and questions on the ballot during the presidential election. But the iVoterGuide has curated information on more than 8,000 candidates in 3,500 races nationwide. Learn about this resource in this episode with host John Matarazzo.

Churches in many U.S. cities and states have endured strict regulations as they have tried to open for in-person services. One of the most stringent cities is San Francisco. In this episode, host John Matarazzo explains what the U.S. Department of Justice did in response to support the city's congregations.

In a wide-ranging hopeful prophetic word at "The Return" event Sept. 26, 2020, Pastor Kent Christmas declared God will crush the spirit of intimidation that has come upon the church during the coronavirus pandemic. Along with divine healing, a harvest of souls is coming, and the Holy Ghost is going to invade the homosexual community and set them free. In this episode with host Nadia Joy Schult, find out what else Pastor Christmas believes God is about to do.

President Donald Trump has made his choice. He nominated Judge Amy Coney Barrett, a charismatic Catholic, to fill the seat of the late, long-serving Ruth Bader Ginsburg in the nation's highest court. Learn more about Barrett's acceptance speec in this episode with host Nadia Joy Schult.

Pastor Kenny Comstock and his wife, Melissa, were on a family trip when their pickup truck was struck. Both parents passed into eternity, but their children survived. In this episode with host John Matarazzo, find out how their church is handling the grief of this great loss.

With the rise in COVID-19 cases in Israel, authorities fear a collapse of the nation's health care system. So the country is suffering under another nationwide coronavirus lockdown. Find out why authorities opted for the lockdown in this episode with host John Matarazzo.

Judge Amy Coney Barrett is at the top of of President Donald Trump's list of U.S. Supreme Court nominees. A charismatic Catholic, Judge Barrett is on the US 7th Circuit Court of Appeals. Two senators attacked Barrett's faith during her previous confirmation hearing, which may be a sign of things to come. Learn more in this episode with host John Matarazzo.

#CancelNetflix is a trending hashtag after Netflix released a provocative film showing the sexualization of girls on a dance team. Many have accused the popular video streaming service of pornography, and an investigation is under way. Learn more about this controversy in this episode with host Nadia Joy Schult.

Rabbi Jonathan Cahn and co-chair Pastor Kevin Jessip say they have "consecrated a solemn assembly” in Washington, D.C., on Sept. 25-26. Leading the nation in prayer and repentance, the weekend event will start Friday with “The Return Eve: Next Generation.” Listen as host John Matarazzo shares in this episode who will participate and who will be honored.

Undercover reporters are taking their appeal to the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. Liberty Counsel has filed the appeal on behalf of Sandra Merritt, who worked with David Daleiden to investigate the inner workings of Planned Parenthood. Learn more in this episode from host John Matarazzo.

U.S. Supreme Court Associate Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg died Sept. 18, 2020, after many years deciding cases in the nation's highest court. Ginsburg was Jewish, and her death fell on the first day of Rosh Hashanah. Learn more about the justice's life and how her death impacts the court in this episode with host John Matarazzo.

Thirty years ago, a group of Christian leaders established a Bible reading marathon at Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C. It has now become an annual event. This year, however, was a little different because of COVID-19. In this episode with host John Matarazzo, find out which members of the U.S. House of Representatives participated and why this event is deemed critical in America's capital.

Ohio pastors and law enforcement teamed up in 2020 to fight human trafficking. As a result, the authorities have rescued many children from the horrors of the sex trade. Listen as host Nadia Joy Schult reports on how they were rescued.

Jonathan Cahn has added to his growing list of bestselling books with "The Harbinger II: The Return." The sequel to his first book, "The Harbinger," continues his biblically based end-times narrative. Find out more in this episode with host Nadia Joy Schult and at the website theharbingerreturns.com.

The Minneapolis City Council is questioning why crime rates have dramatically risen months after voting to dismantle the city's police department. Crowds demanded that the council “abolish the police,” and the city complied. Host John Matarazzo shares the consequences of this decision in this episode that other cities might want to consider.

President Donald Trump has presided over a historic agreement bringing the first steps of peace to the Middle East. Host John Matarazzo reports on which countries have signed the agreement and how it came about in the midst of a pandemic.

Hollywood couple Kevin and Sam Sorbo join "The Harbinger II: The Return" author Jonathan Cahn for The Return, a landmark gathering slated for Saturday, Sept. 26 in Washington, D.C. Learn more about how The Return is calling people to God in this episode from host Nadia Joy Schult.

The Holy Spirit on the move in California. On Sept. 12, 2020, Calvary Chapel in Chino Hills baptized the largest number of people the church has ever experienced. Hear more about what God is doing in the state in this episode with host Nadia Joy Schult.

In what Pastor Carter Conlon of Times Square Church is calling a “do or die” moment, he is asking believers to join him Oct. 6 for a day of prayer at a special place in U.S. history. In this episode, host John Matarazzo explains why this day is significant for America's future.

Netflix recently released "Cuties," a foreign film that critics are calling out for child exploitation. Netflix sees the film as a social commentary against the sexualization of young children, but many disagree and are cancelling their subscriptions to the video streaming service. Find out more about this trending story from host John Matarazzo in this episode.