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Host Taylor Berglund talks to bestselling author and pastor Max Lucado about how reactions to the coronavirus are a form of grieving, the hope that exists for followers of Jesus, and the resources available to help people through this season. Listen to their conversation here on Charisma News.

How is the coronavirus pandemic affecting churches across the United States? Barna Group recently did a survey to reveal the answer to that question. While some of the results were negative, others were surprisingly positive. Listen as Barna Group President David Kinnaman shares his insight into the future of the church in America with host Jenny Rose Spaudo.

The economic impact of the coronavirus has been felt by many businesses and organizations—including small churches that may have already been fighting to keep the lights on. But a new initiative may give them help when they need it most. In this episode, host Taylor Berglund shares more about help that's on the way.

Vice President Mike Pence is urging Americans to avoid any church services that have more than 10 people. He says that if all Americans can follow these guidelines, the Coronavirus may end sooner than is expected. Learn more in this episode with host Jenny Rose Spaudo.

Florida pastor Rodney Howard-Browne was arrested briefly this week for refusing to close his church during the Coronavirus pandemic. Now he’s announcing that he will, in fact, close the church temporarily—and is trying to set the record straight. Find out what he said from host Taylor Berglund in this episode.

The state of Illinois has more than 5,000 confirmed cases of COVID-19 as of the time of recording, leading Governor J.B. Pritzker to extend stay-at-home orders through April 30. But two days before the order was initially made, a Pentecostal church gathered for a revival meeting. Now the church has at least 10 positive cases for coronavirus. Find out more in this episode with host Taylor Berglund.

Several Christians were arrested for praying outside an abortion clinic during a Coronavirus stay-at-home order. The police of Greensboro, North Carolina, allegedly didn’t give the Christians a specific reason they weren’t allowed to pray there. Learn more in this episode with host Jenny Rose Spaudo.

One of America's largest Christian universities said it will comply with Virginia’s governmental regulations regarding COVID-19. Recently, the state issued a ban on in-person instruction. Find out about the school's reversal in this episode with host Jenny Rose Spaudo.

Pastor Rodney Howard-Browne was arrested at the end of March for hosting large church services in defiance of state and local public health orders. In response, Browne says he will pray for the sheriff who arrested him. Find out why Browne kept his church open in the middle of the coronavirus pandemic in this episode with host Taylor Berglund.

Enjoy these words of encouragement as you listen to Jeremy and Adrienne Camp open up about navigating married life while seeking to follow God's will. They talk about the hit film "I Still Believe," which was based on their personal story, and about their new book, "In Unison."

About 120 pastors in Ohio called the entire state to prayer against COVID-19. Host Jenny Rose Spaudo shares how this came about in this episode.

While most of the world is dealing with rising coronavirus rates, China, where the illness originated, is starting to see life return to normal. And in the aftermath of the crisis, one missionary is reporting that Chinese house churches are booming. Find out more in this episode with host Taylor Berglund.

Since the media cycle surrounding his Christian album, Jesus Is King, last fall, rapper Kanye West has kept a relatively low profile. But he reappeared in the news this week after making a generous donation to a Christian ministry. Listen as host Taylor Berglund shares why Kanye made this donation.

Three state governors have halted abortion procedures as the world battles the Coronavirus pandemic. Dr. James Dobson applauds their boldness and says other states should follow suit. Stay with us to learn more in this episode with host Jenny Rose Spaudo.

Churches across the U.S. are gathering in “drive-in” services during COVID-19 lockdowns. Will this new style of service catch on even after the virus tapers off? Learn more about this novel way of doing church from host Jenny Rose Spaudo.

Social distancing, increased testing and shelter-in-place orders have all been suggested as methods to stop the spread of the Coronavirus. But the leader of a Pentecostal denomination is arguing for a new method: dedicated prayer and fasting. Find out more in this episode from host Taylor Berglund.

The Coronavirus outbreak has touched nearly every country on the planet, including several with problematic track records regarding religious freedom. So how are persecuted Christians being affected by the pandemic? Listen to learn more in this episode with host Taylor Berglund.

The Christian-owned Hobby Lobby retail chain will stay open during the Coronavirus crisis. In a letter to his employees, founder and CEO David Green assured them that “God is in control.” Listen to this episode with host Jenny Rose Spaudo to find out what's behind this decision that affects so many employees and customers.

Hillsong pastor Carl Lentz has tested positive for COVID-19. The New York City pastor says it felt like the flu but much worse, and he’s encouraging everyone to take the pandemic seriously. Learn more about his condition and how you can pray from host Jenny Rose Spaudo in this episode.

There's a reason Sid Roth is fascinated by the supernatural. It's because God has done numerous supernatural things in his life, including rescuing him from demonization due to his New Age involvement and giving him a worldwide platform to preach through television. Listen as this popular TV host shares his supernatural testimony with Jenny Rose Spaudo and encourages Christians who are terrified of the coronavirus.

Jo Saxton, author of "Ready to Rise," has encountered women in tears because they believed God called them to teach, but they feared doing so was unbiblical. Listen to why she believes the Scriptures support women in pastoral roles. Connect with her online at josaxton.com for empowering resources for female leaders.

Thousands of Christians gathered with Times Square Church to pray against the Coronavirus crisis. But since COVID-19 has closed most in-person worship services, the prayer gathering was held online. Find out more from host Jenny Rose Spaudo in this episode.

U.S. Senator Marco Rubio briefed a group of pastors and Christian leaders on what they really need to know about COVID-19. Learn more in this episode from host Taylor Berglund.

In July 2019, a jury found Katy Perry guilty of copyright infringement by stealing a beat from a popular Christian rap song. But that decision has been overturned—and the battle may not stop there. Find out more in this episode from host Taylor Berglund.

Author and Messianic rabbi Jonathan Cahn is calling for a day of prayer and repentance called “The Return.” This event is to gather thousands of Christians to repent and cry out to God for awakening. Host Jenny Rose Spaudo shares more about this event in this episode.

A pastor invited people with COVID-19 to his church so he could pray over them. Even though the government is encouraging people not to gather in groups larger than 10, some pastors have chosen not to comply. Host Jenny Rose Spaudo reports in this episode why these pastors are bucking the trend to hold services online.

In late 2019, President Donald Trump established the U.S. Space Force as the first new independent branch of the U.S. Armed Forces since 1947, when the Air Force was formed. But now the new branch is the center of controversy. Learn more in this episode with host Taylor Berglund.

The International House of Prayer of Kansas City, or IHOPKC, is a 24/7 place of prayer and worship for public access, but the coronavirus has caused the ministry to close its doors to the general public. Now Mike Bickle and the IHOPKC leadership team are responding to the situation. Listen as host Taylor Berglund shares how the virus is affecting the ministry of 24/7 prayer and worship.

Celebrities like Tom Hanks and Idris Elba have announced recently that they have coronavirus. Now a well-known Christian singer, Sandi Patty, has announced she also has tested positive for COVID-19. Find out more in this episode with host Taylor Berglund.

Jeanine Blount, senior pastor of Christian education and teaching at Crestwood Vineyard church in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, is no stranger to multitasking. As a mother of six and wife of a pastor-husband who frequently travels, Blount has learned how to manage her time wisely. Listen to this episode with host Kendra Semmen for her tips on self-care and her response to the controversy concerning female pastors. Click here to connect with Blount and learn more about her ministry.

This week hundreds of movie theaters shut down nationwide as the United States attempts to control the spread of the coronavirus. But during the last box office weekend of the foreseeable future, a Christian film had unexpected success. Find out more in this episode with host Taylor Berglund.

Many people in the Middle East who are under coronavirus quarantine are looking to Christian television for hope, according to a new report from SAT-7. Learn more in this episode with host Jenny Rose Spaudo.

Churches across the U.S. are canceling their services for the time being to stem the spread of the coronavirus. Often, they've chosen to cancel because government leaders have asked them to do so. Learn more from host Jenny Rose Spaudo in this episode about what churches are doing instead of holding services.

Jerusalem2020 Global Congress will be held online instead of on location in Israel. Because of the coronavirus pandemic, Empowered21 has decided to turn Jerusalem2020 into an online event. Listen to learn more from host Jenny Rose Spaudo on why Empowered21 made this change.

COVID-19, also known as the coronavirus, has crippled and shut down large sections of society, both internationally and in the U.S. In response, President Donald Trump made an emergency declaration and called America to prayer. Find out more in this episode with host Taylor Berglund.

Apologist and author Ravi Zacharias underwent emergency spinal repair surgery in February. But during the operation, doctors discovered a much more serious health complication. Find out more from host Taylor Berglund in this episode.

A celebrity couple recently endorsed the Freedom March, an event led by Christians who left the LGBTQ community. Listen as host Taylor Berglund shares why the Phil and Kay Robertson of "Duck Dynasty" fame made the endorsement.

A youth pastor who was pregnant was killed in a car accident. Her husband survived but sustained serious injuries, but when he woke up in the hospital, he started worshipping God. Host Jenny Rose Spaudo shares more in this episode about how this family is giving God glory even in tragedy.

Listen to this story to hear how TV heartthrob K.J. Apa, who plays Christian artist Jeremy Camp in the new movie "I Still Believe" shared on The View that he believes God has "anointed" this film.

A U.S. Senator has called on the Department of Justice to investigate Pornhub, a pornographic website that has allegedly permitted videos of rape and exploitation of women and children. Sen. Ben Sasse says this must stop. Learn more in this episode with host Jenny Rose Spaudo.

Ten years after his bestselling book, "When Sinners Say 'I Do,'" pastor, speaker and author Dave Harvey wrote its sequel: "I Still Do." In this episode, he shares how God uses life's defining moments, both positive and negative, to help spouses grow closer and stronger.

The coronavirus, also known as COVID-19, has led to thousands of infections around the world. Some countries have even enacted travel bans. This, in turn, has affected several international Pentecostal conferences. Find out how in this episode with host Taylor Berglund.

A faith-based streaming service has been stranded in bankruptcy for nearly three years now, but a recent move may get the organization back on track. Find out more in this episode with host Taylor Berglund.

Host Jenny Rose Spaudo shares a sad and strange story in this episode about a youth pastor who not only got a teenager at his church pregnant, but also allegedly paid for someone to murder his senior pastor. Listen to find out what happened and why.

Apologist and author Ravi Zacharias recently endured spinal surgery. Now his wife, Margie, is asking for prayer because Ravi is in severe pain. Find out more about this well-known speaker's health challenges and how you can pray for him in this episode with host Jenny Rose Spaudo.

The Pentecostal and Charismatic Churches of North America recently voted to elect a new president. Find out who will lead the organization’s more than 40 million members in this episode with host Taylor Berglund.

Two well-known pastors have been quarantined due to exposure to the coronavirus. Craig Groeschel and Bobby Gruenewald of Life.Church have been quarantined at home after a presenter at a conference they attended became sick with the coronavirus. Learn more in this episode with host Jenny Rose Spaudo.

Prophetic minister Cindy Jacobs and leaders around the world called Christians to join in a global day of prayer against the coronavirus. Find out more in this episode with host Jenny Rose Spaudo.

Many countries around the world have been battling coronavirus as it continues to spread across national lines. The disease’s spread and the increased mortality risks it presents to the elderly made many afraid for the pope’s health. Now new reports have been released about his condition. Learn more in this episode with host Taylor Berglund.

In a YouTube video clip that went viral, a revivalist told his donors that he predicted nothing would happen to them or to their families, including coronavirus infections. Find out why he believes this in this episode with host Taylor Berglund.