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The United Kingdom’s first-ever Chick-fil-A is set to close after an LGBT protest. Listen as host Taylor Berglund reports on the powerful social campaign that went to battle against the chicken chain owned by Christians.

A well-known pastor and author became the center of controversy this week after he publicly mocked Bible teacher and author Beth Moore and said women should never preach the Word. Find out from host Taylor Berglund how this all transpired and the outcry that ensued.

Church attendance is declining in the United States. But interestingly, according to a recent study, tithing and giving have not decreased. How is this possible? Find out about these surprising results from host Jenny Rose Spaudo in this episode.

Basketball star Earvin “Magic” Johnson has decided to leave his position in the NBA so he can serve his Pentecostal church and community in a greater way. Find out more about Magic's heart for people in this episode with host Jenny Rose Spaudo.

Since accusations first surfaced against Pastor Bill Hybels last March, Chicago-area Willow Creek Community Church has been slowly losing leaders. Yet another pastor resigned this week. Host Taylor Berglund reports on the reason for the latest departure.

U.S. President Donald Trump and Pastor Andrew Brunson spoke at the Values Voter Summit. Brunson opened the Family Research Council’s annual gala by praying for the president. Listen to learn more from host Jenny Rose Spaudo.

Singer Lauren Daigle won multiple awards at the 50th Annual Gospel Music Association Dove Awards in Nashville. Listen as host Jenny Rose Spaudo shares more about this special evening in Christian music and what makes Daigle an exceptional recording artist.

What's going on with Syria and Turkey, and how should Christians get involved? David Curry, president and CEO of Open Doors USA, explains to host Taylor Berglund the nature of the conflict and how it's put entire Christian communities in danger of being slaughtered for their faith. Discover the most important things you should be praying for and how to support the people doing dangerous work on the frontlines.

Pastor Cash Luna is suing Univision for defamation. The Spanish-language network claimed that the megachurch pastor was receiving money from a drug trafficker, but Luna says the allegation is false. Listen to learn more from host Jenny Rose Spaudo.

The U.S. Senate reconvened after a two-week recess earlier this month. When they returned to Washington, D.C., Pastor Andrew Brunson was waiting to welcome them back with prayer. Find out what he said in this episode with host Taylor Berglund.

In early October, a video embedded in a tweet went viral. The video showed Pentecostal pastor Perry Stone apparently speaking in tongues at a prayer meeting while checking his phone and taking a call. Now Stone is explaining his actions. Listen as host Taylor Berglund reports on how the pastor also is cautioning his critics.

Carrie Christian was a witch for 23 years. She worked hard as high priestess of her witchcraft coven, teaching other witches how to cast spells and pray to deities. But her lust for supernatural power drove her to start secretly working for a satanist coven, where she had many scary encounters. Listen as Christian shares with host Jenny Rose Spaudo how Jesus delivered her from Satan's grip.

Jeremy Rivers has felt called to youth ministry since he was a teenager. But as the ministry took an unexpected toll on him, he knew God was calling him elsewhere. From that place of doubt and confusion, Rivers went on a journey that led him to Israel. Listen as he tells host Jenny Rose Spaudo how God is now using him to impact young believers as they travel to the Holy Land.

A pastor was arrested while he was preaching the gospel in a prominently LGBT community in Toronto. In an interview, the pastor spoke out saying that Canada was discriminating against Christians. Listen to find out what happened from host Jenny Rose Spaudo.

Pastor Andrew Brunson had a prophetic dream he thinks is tied to the Turkish invasion in Syria. Stay tuned to hear from host Jenny Rose Spaudo what this man of God, who was wrongfully imprisoned in Turkey, has to say about the invasion.

After the Tennessee governor called a Day of Prayer, controversy erupted over whether he could do that, given the separation of church and state. Find out more in this episode from host Taylor Berglund.

During a recent presidential town hall meeting, a Democratic candidate for president threatened to take away churches’ tax-exempt status unless they affirmed same-sex marriage. Host Taylor Berglund reports on what the candidate had to say.

A woman entered a San Diego church holding a gun and a baby and threatened to blow up the church’s foundation. Thankfully, several people were able to disarm her. Find out what happened from host Jenny Rose Spaudo in this episode.

God used Brittany Bertsche's trips to Israel to impact her life in ways she never could have expected. As a pro-Israel Christian, Bertsche says God showed her His perspective of the Palestinian people and the complexity of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Listen as Bertsche shares with host Jenny Rose Spaudo how He used those lessons to equip her in her work today.

A shooting in a German synagogue on the Jewish Day of Atonement left two people dead. The shooter was reportedly an anti-Semitic extremist. Listen as host Taylor Berglund shares more about this tragedy.

Kanye West’s pastor, “Sunday Service” preacher Adam Tyson, gives an inside look at Kanye’s faith in Jesus. Listen to learn about the famous rapper's confession of faith.

A missionary to Haiti was recently discovered to be sexually abusing children both within the United States and overseas on the mission field. What’s worse is that members of the mission that employed him reportedly knew about his abusive behavior but said nothing. Find out more in this story from host Taylor Berglund.

After President Donald Trump announced the U.S. will withdraw its military forces from Syria, Pat Robertson said that Trump is in danger of losing the mandate of heaven if he goes through with his plan. And Robertson isn’t the only Christian leader condemning this move. Find out more in this episode with host Taylor Berglund.

Christians in California are rising up and urging their governor not to pass a particular bill. This bill would require that colleges provide access to the abortion pill to students. Find out more from host Jenny Rose Spaudo.

Chip and Joanna Gaines gained a nationwide audience with their HGTV series, "Fixer Upper." Now the couple is launching a brand-new project. Listen to learn more from host Taylor Berglund.

When Peter Nassif visited the Garden of Gethsemane the first time, he didn't know he was about to encounter God in a fresh way. That spiritual moment was a surreal wake-up call that changed his life. Listen as Nassif shares with host Jenny Rose Spaudo his perspective of Israel and Jerusalem as an Orthodox Christian.

Judge Tammy Kemp caused an uproar when she gave her personal Bible to a convicted murderer in her courtroom. Now an atheist group is filing a complaint against Kemp for what they’re calling “an egregious abuse of power.” Learn more from host Jenny Rose Spaudo in this episode.

Should Christians celebrate Halloween? Are demons more active during the Halloween season than at other times of the year? Deliverance minister Kathy DeGraw answers these questions and more in this episode. Learn how to be strategic in your spiritual warfare during Halloween as DeGraw shares her insights with host Jenny Rose Spaudo.

Charisma Podcast Network listeners know and love Carol McLeod from her own show, "A Jolt of Joy." In this episode, Carol brings joy and hope to our listeners through stories of how God met her at each step of her breast cancer journey.

This is a story about a young man who forgave a former police officer for shooting and killing his brother. Brandt Jean told Amber Guyger that he wanted the best for her, and the best for her would be giving her life to Jesus Christ. Listen to hear more.

Anna Babcox works with Jewish and Christian students in Israel through the Philos Project. And because her hope is in Jesus, she gets to share His love with people in Israel every day. Listen as Babcox shares with host Jenny Rose Spaudo what it's like to work with diverse people in Israel and how God used Passages to lead her to this opportunity.

Lauren Daigle has recently broken a number of Billboard records when it comes to Christian songs, and she’s not finished yet. Find out about her most recent record-breaking accomplishment by clicking play.

After a public university kicked a Christian student organization off its campus for requiring that student leaders agree to a Christian code of ethics, a judge made a surprising ruling. Find out what happens when you listen to this story.

A church in the West Palm Beach area of Florida recently made an unusual announcement: it was purchasing a strip club in order to turn it into a new church. Find out more about this story when you click play.

Over 1,000 individuals have signed a petition to protect religious freedom as the People’s Republic of China celebrates 70 years as a nation, which has often included restricting religious freedom. Find out more when you click to play.

No, Chris Wark hasn't had breast cancer (although men get it too). But he does have a wealth of expertise about holistic ways to confront this disease, which he shares in this interview with host Marti Pieper, along with some amazing stories of healing and hope.

There's no such thing as a good time to have breast cancer. But for Twila Belk, it coincided with caregiving, dealing with a son's difficult issues and serving as her family's sole financial provider. In this episode with host Marti Pieper, hear how God used Belk's cancer journey to build her trust and deepen her walk with Him.

Ariel Bryant's background in law gives her a fresh perspective on what's really going on in Israel. And it may not be what you're hearing in the news. Listen as Bryant shares with host Jenny Rose Spaudo why the media's portrayal of Israel isn't always correct.

Rapper Kanye West has reportedly decided to stop performing secular music and only create gospel music. A Chicago music promoter says he heard Kanye say this during a party for his new album, Jesus Is King. Find out more about this alleged change from the famed rapper from host Jenny Rose Spaudo.

Three years to the day from her husband's drowning, Anne Graham Lotz received a breast cancer diagnosis, reminding her immediately of God's control over the situation. In this powerful show, listen as she shares with host Marti Pieper about how He carried her through each step and why no one should see cancer as a punishment or sign of God's disapproval.

Bethel Music worship artist Sean Feucht has announced he is running for Congress in California. But, to many, he may not seem like the political type. Find out in this episode with host Jenny Rose Spaudo why he decided to run in the upcoming election.

Toy maker Mattel has launched a new line of gender-fluid dolls. The company says it’s a great step forward, but many Christians are concerned the dolls will only confuse and lead astray impressionable children. Listen as host Jenny Rose Spaudo reports on this significant change in culture.

Joseph didn't know much about Israel the first time he visited, so he was surprised to find out deeply the trip impacted him. Listen as he tells host Jenny Rose Spaudo how visiting the Holy Land changed the way he interacted with God, His Word and His people.

Tragedy hit the town of Kitty Hawk, Virginia, in September, as a local pastor and chaplain was killed in a motorcycle accident. Find out more from host Taylor Berglund in this episode.

A little girl miraculously survived when her father jumped in front of a train while holding her. The girl’s mother thanks God that He and His angels were there to protect her. Find out what happened from host Jenny Rose Spaudo.

A family from Alabama came home from church to see their house on fire. They were heartbroken to see their home of over 20 years completely charred. But somehow, a Bible survived the flames without even a burn mark. Listen as host Jenny Rose Spaudo shares why this family believes it was a sign from God.

An all-new musical based on the story of Moses will debut at London’s world-famous West End theaters early in 2020. Listen to learn more about the opening of The Prince of Egypt from host Taylor Berglund.

On Monday, Sept. 23, U.S. President Donald Trump visited the United Nations to give an important speech about the state of religious freedom in the world. While there, he announced two new initiatives. Find out what they were in this episode with host Taylor Berglund.

Christian singer Francesca Battistelli experienced a miracle during one of her pregnancies. When she woke up one morning in excruciating pain, she was very concerned for her unborn child. Listen as host Jenny Rose Spaudo shares what God did in this critical situation.

The second time Adedeji Olajide visited Israel, he says he had a vision of helping to bring Nigerians to the Holy Land. That passion from God drove Olajide to join Passages. Listen as he shares with host Jenny Rose Spaudo the incredible things the Holy Spirit has taught him during his trips to Israel.