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The United Methodist Church has debated for years whether to permit or ban the ordination and marriage of Christians who say they are of the LGBTQ community. On the third day of 2020, church leaders announced a radical new proposal to split the denomination over this topic. Find out more from host Taylor Berglund in this episode.

After a leadership board investigated accusations against revivalist Todd Bentley involving sexual misconduct, they declared him disqualified from ministry. Bentley, though, doesn’t seem to agree. Learn more in this episode with host Taylor Berglund.

A church shooting in Texas tragically claimed the lives of two churchgoers late last month. But the death toll could have been much worse if not for an unlikely hero. Find out more from host Taylor Berglund in this episode.

Author, singer and businesswoman Lois Evans died recently. Her husband, Dr. Tony Evans, posted a touching tribute to his godly wife. Listen as host Jenny Rose Spaudo shares more about Lois' life in this episode.

Licensed mental health counselor Sissy Goff read a variety of books before writing her own book about anxiety, "Raising Worry-Free Girls." With anxiety being the No. 1 mental health battle among all ages, Goff offers practical advice to help you learn how to talk to anyone who worries too much. This episode, with Mental Health series host Kendra Semmen, is especially helpful for parents of young children and teens suffering from anxiety.

Sarah Walton, author of "Hope When it Hurts," has a passion for encouraging others going through hard times using God's Word and the hope of Jesus. She shares her personal trials with Lyme disease and the effect it's had on her and her family, as well as her journey of dealing with anxiety and depression from a biblical point of view. Listen and learn as host Kendra Semmen continues her mental health series with this episode.

Courtney Schmidt has a beautiful story of how God has helped her through her journey with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). The support of her family, Christian counseling and medication all were instrumental in her Schmidt's road to recovery. Tune in for biblical advice on mental health in this episode with series host Kendra Semmen.

After a week of praying for a resurrection miracle for Olive Alayne Heiligenthal, Bethel Church is planning the 2-year-old girl’s memorial service. Listen as host Jenny Rose Spaudo shares why the church doesn't regret praying for a miracle.

President Donald Trump has signed a new law in December that will cut taxes for churches and other nonprofits in the U.S.. Learn why churches are thrilled about this new legislation from host Jenny Rose Spaudo in this episode.

Prominent Christian leaders are calling 1 million young people to fast and pray for 2020 and the coming decade. Listen as host Jenny Rose Spaudo explains why these leaders think the spiritual involvement is critical at this time.

Kristen Clark, author and popular YouTuber for GirlDefined Ministries, shares her struggles with infertility and how her faith is helping her overcome anxiety. She also touches on burnout, a common issue in this time when the overuse of technology can lead to stress and anxiety. Tune in for biblical advice on mental health in this episode with series host Kendra Semmen.

Pastor John Gray recently announced that Relentless Church will be moving to a new location in 2020—and legal documents reveal a strained relationship between the church and the owners of the building it currently occupies. Find out more in this episode with host Taylor Berglund.

A Bethel Church worship leader and her husband are crying out to God to raise their dead daughter to life. After their calls to prayer made national headlines, Pastor Bill Johnson released a statement explaining why they had faith for this miracle. Learn more in this episode with host Jenny Rose Spaudo.

More than 170 evangelical leaders signed a letter to Christianity Today President Dr. Timothy Dalrymple. In their response, they say CT’s recent editorial calling for President Donald Trump’s removal does not represent the majority of conservative Christians. Learn more in this episode with host Jenny Rose Spaudo.

The editor of "Christianity Today" magazine published a pro-impeachment opinion piece about U.S. President Donald Trump, which immediately stirred controversy among Christians on both sides of the political aisle.

Katie Dale, a blogger at bipolarbrave.com, shares her inspiring story of coming to Jesus, being diagnosed with bipolar type I, going on medication and grappling with tough theological questions. Listen as she tells host Kendra Semmen about her passion to raise awareness about mental health from a Christian standpoint.

​The author of "Miss Unlikely: From Farm Girl to Miss America," Miss America 2016 Betty Maxwell shares the personal story of her mother-in-law's suicide in this episode with host Kendra Semmen. Maxwell is passionate about raising awareness of this issue through speaking engagements and on her popular YouTube channel.​

A megachurch volunteer was sentenced this month to 75 years in prison after he was found guilty of molesting multiple young boys at the church. In the last three years, it’s the fourth person at this church to be formally accused of sexually abusing children. Listen to hear more about this story.

CEO of The Grace Alliance, Joe Padilla shares both his and his wife's journey of depression, research, and therefore the development of their organization to help provide other Christians with the resources they need for "whole body" care, physical health is correlated with mental health.

This is a story about Charisma Media’s brand-new Audio App, offering audio versions of the Charisma print magazine, e-books, weekly news updates and more.

This is a story about thousands of Christians who were killed in Nigeria. Fulani tribesmen have slaughtered and terrorized over 1,000 Christians in 2019 alone. Since 2015, the number is 6,000. So why aren’t people outraged? Listen to learn more.

This is a story about a Chinese church elder who was sentenced to four years in prison. The same church’s pastor is expected to get a harsh sentence come Christmastime. Listen to learn how to pray.

Four people died when a swarm of tornadoes ripped through the Southeast on Tuesday, Dec. 17. The storms also injured at least a dozen others. Hear how you can be praying in the wake of the storms’ extensive damage.

Earlier this year, megachurch pastor James MacDonald was fired by his church after a radio show host aired clips of MacDonald making inappropriate comments about fellow Christian leaders and reporters. Now MacDonald is suing the radio host. Find out more when you click play.

When you think of a woman going to get an abortion, what kind of person do you think of? A teenage girl who accidentally got pregnant and doesn't want the inconvenience? Dawn Baker says that's a common misconception. Most women who are considering abortion are actually in crisis and deep need. That's why, to save unborn babies' lives, Baker strives to help women in need and keep families together whenever possible. Listen as Baker explains to host Jenny Rose Spaudo how churches can make a real difference.

Earlier this month, a group of Christian musicians and artists went to the White House for a surprise summit. Now we’re starting to get more information about what went on there. Find out more after this break.

Promise Keepers, the Christian men’s ministry that made a massive impact in the 1990s, is looking to return with its first stadium gathering in more than 20 years. To make sure everything goes smoothly, the organization announced it was enlisting some outside help. Find out more after this break.

This is a story about a woman in England who says she was shamed on social media for referring to Santa Claus as “Father Christmas.” Why? Because some now see Santa as gender-neutral. Listen to what else people told this woman.

This is a tragic story about a pastor who was found shot to death near his Michigan home. But before his death, Pastor John Clark was facing criminal investigation and had resigned from his church. Now, the church he founded is mourning his passing. Listen to learn more about this tragedy from host Jenny Rose Spaudo.

A report by the Associated Press reveals that 629 Pakistani girls were sold as brides and taken to China. And the traffickers behind this horrible deed tend to target Christians. Learn more from host Jenny Rose Spaudo in this episode.

A targeted attack by two gunmen at a Jewish kosher deli left six people dead and a city in mourning. Find out from host Taylor Berglund how the police and community responded to this apparently anti-Semitic attack.

After an atheist organization bullied a football coach for praying on the field, a group of pastors publicly rebuked the organization. These pastors say the atheist group is infringing on the coach’s free speech. Find out what happened next from host Jenny Rose Spaudo.

The Pennsylvania state governor vetoed a bill that would have banned abortion based on Down syndrome. What’s the story behind this bill? Listen as host Taylor Berglund explains the reason for the governor's veto.

Spirit-filled worship artist Sean Feucht unexpectedly declared in early December that a #WorshipTakeOver had begun at the White House in Washington, D.C. So what did this announcement mean? Find out more in this episode with host Taylor Berglund.

A new Christian alternative to Disney+ is now on the scene. The Christian digital platform offers ad-free, wholesome entertainment for families. Listen as host Jenny Rose Spaudo shares more.

Kanye West and Joel Osteen made headlines in November after the famous rapper spoke and later performed at Osteen’s Lakewood Church. Now they’re planning a major event in New York City. Find out more in this episode with host Taylor Berglund.

Three workers were harassed at their Pennsylvania workplace for being Pentecostal and Puerto Rican, they say. Then, soon after they complained about the harassment, they were fired. Learn more in this episode with host Jenny Rose Spaudo.

Reinhard Bonnke, a prominent Spirit-filled evangelist and founder of Christ for All Nations, has died. But his incredible legacy lives on. Learn more in this episode with host Taylor Berglund about the work of this hero of faith.

After 10 gunmen stormed an African church, 14 people were murdered. Listen as host Taylor Berglund reports on this latest incident in ongoing attacks on Christians in this majority-Muslim country.

A church cleaning woman stabbed two people in the head with scissors at a Pentecostal church. Police arrested her for suspected attempted murder. Find out more of what happened in this sad incident in California from host Jenny Rose Spaudo.

A South Korean pastor was recently stabbed to death in Turkey. Some reports indicate the stabbing occurred during a robbery, but others point to his Christian faith and evangelistic habits. Listen as host Jenny Rose Spaudo shares more about the end to this evangelist's life.

A teenage girl was arrested in Georgia for planning an attack on an African-American church. Police say she planned to hurt multiple people. Find out what happened in this episode with host Jenny Rose Spaudo.

Third Day lead singer Mac Powell is asking for urgent prayer after his wife, Aimee, was hospitalized for a brain bleed. In this episode, host Jenny Rose Spaudo shares what transpired next and how you can pray.

A megachurch pastor was killed in a car accident in November. Listen as host Taylor Berglund reports on this tragedy and its impact on his church of nearly 4,000 people.

In September, Justin Bieber teased an upcoming new app to help your prayer life from Pastors Judah and Chelsea Smith. Two months later, the Guided Prayers app is now available. Find out from host Taylor Berglund how this app can help your prayer life.

A California megachurch pastor suffered a major heart attack and has been recovering in the hospital since. So what happened and how can you be praying for him? Find out more in this episode with host Taylor Berglund.

This is a story about how drug addiction has been infiltrating American churches. A new report reveals that half of American pastors see drug addiction in their congregations. Tune in to learn more!

A church in Santa Clarita, California, held a night of prayer after a student opened fire in his high school and killed two classmates. Host Jenny Rose Spaudo shares in this episode how the Christian community is stepping up to help in this dire situation.

TobyMac released a statement on the tragic death of his son Truett Foster McKeehan. The 21-year-old musician died in his home, and now his father is speaking out. Listen as host Jenny Rose Spaudo shares TobyMac's reflections on Truett's life and death.

This is a story about Sadie Robertson getting married. The former Duck Dynasty star and her new groom, Christian Huff, have some gorgeous wedding photos. Hear what her family and other Christian influencers had to say!