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Reverend Slammed for Aretha Franklin Eulogy
On Friday, August 31, Aretha Franklin’s funeral was held in Detroit. The ceremony attracted plenty of stars and celebrities and featured nearly nine hours of speeches and music. But one segment of the funeral that left everyone talking was a 50-minute eulogy from an Atlanta-based pastor named Reverend Jasper Williams Jr. Williams. Listen to find out what people are saying.

20,000 Gather to Encounter God in Supernatural Way
This is a story about how God showed up in a supernatural way to 20,000 people on Thursday. In Nashville, thousands of believers gathered to intercede, worship and cry out to God for revival in our turbulent times. Listen to hear more.

Spirit-Filled Worship Leader Who Wowed AGT Judges Shares Miraculous Story
This is a story about the Spirit-filled worship leader who is competing on America’s Got Talent and wowing the judges. Now, he’s sharing his miraculous story. Hear more now.

Iran Sentences 4 Christians to 45 Years in Prison
This is an infuriating story about how Iran has recently sentenced four Christians to 45 years in prison? Why? Find out when you click to listen.

Young Refugee Girl Forgives ISIS
In a video that’s capturing hearts, a young Christian refugee girl gave an interview in which she forgave ISIS, who drove her out of her home, and praised Jesus. Hear her story now.

Popular Pastors Commits Suicide
This weekend, a tragic story broke about a popular pastor who committed suicide, shocking his family and his church congregation. Find out what happened by listening to the story now.

Man Shot Dead While Leaving Church Service
A man was shot to death while leaving church on Sunday in Louisville Kentucky. Find out what happened when you listen to this story.

Pentecostal Pastor Bitten by Deadly Snake During Church Ritual
This is an odd story about a Pentecostal pastor who was bitten by a poisonous snake during a church ritual. But instead of letting the snake go, he screamed, “God’s a healer.” Listen to find out what happened next.

Mollie Tibbetts’ Priest Calls for a Spirit of Forgiveness for Her Murderer
This is a story about the tragic murder of college student Mollie Tibbetts. Her priest is now calling for a spirit of forgiveness for Tibbetts’ murderer. Click play to hear more.

Christian Producers Make Movie About Modern Miracle
Samuel Rodriguez and Devon Franklin are teaming up to produce a film about a modern-day miracle: a boy who came back to life after spending half an hour without a pulse. Find out more when you click to play.

10,000 Commit to Christ at SoCal Harvest Crusade
This is a story about the amazing success of Greg Laurie’s SoCal Harvest evangelistic crusade. 10,000 people gave their lives to Jesus Christ at that event! Hear more when you play the audio now.

Pastor Obeys Prophetic Word, Goes Viral
During a video with Elevation Church’s Tim Summers, Michael Todd the pastor of Transformation Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma explained how the Lord changed Todd's approach to ministry. Obeying a simple prophetic word totally revolutionized Todd's church and his platform. Find out more when you listen to this story.

Church to Donate Proceeds of Its Brewery to Planned Parenthood
This is a story about a California church that opened a brewery in its building. While that stirred up controversy among Christians, what they did next stirred up even more. They recently announced they were going to donate some of the proceeds to Planned Parenthood. Listen to hear more.

‘Prophetic Worshippers’ President Arrested for Sexual Abuse
A former pastor and the current president of Prophetic Worshippers International is currently under investigation for sexually abusing an underage girl. Listen to this story to find out more.

Revival Breaks Out at Georgia Church
A small church in Georgia says it’s held more baptisms than there are people at the church, thanks to ongoing revival and miracles that have broken out among the congregation. Find out more when you listen to this story.

Shocking Reason Messianic Jewish Family May Lose Israeli Citizenship
This is a story about the shocking reason one Messianic Jewish family may lose their Israeli citizenship. And they’re not alone. Find out more about the unjust treatment of Messianic believers in Israel by listening now.

Pastor Narrowly Survives Assassination Attempt
This is a story about a pastor who barely survived an assassination attempt. His would-be murderer targeted the pastor because of the work his church was doing to help the city. Listen to find out more.

Mormon President: Don’t Call Us Mormons
The president of the Mormon Church asked people last week to stop referring to his church as Mormons, arguing that they should be considered Christians like every other denomination. Find out more when you download to listen.

Ben Carson Shares Death-Defying Moment He Truly Embraced God
This is a story about the moment Ben Carson got serious about God. He says it happened after a fight in which he tried to kill someone. Tune in to hear more.

Bishops Cover Up Decades of Sexual Abuse
After 18 months of investigation, Pennsylvania’s Attorney General has released a stunning grand jury report, one that finds Catholic church officials guilty of covering up the sexual abuse of over 1,000 children by priests. Find out more when you click to listen.

‘Queen of Soul’ Aretha Franklin Dies
This is a story about legendary gospel singer Aretha Franklin. The “Queen of Soul,” as she was called, died in her home on Thursday. Hear more about Franklin’s legacy.

7 Arrested in Failed Terrorist Attack on Church
This is a story about a group of terrorists that tried to blow up a church on Sunday. Thankfully, they failed, and seven men have now been arrested. Listen to learn more.

Pentecostal Pastor Struck by Lighting
Throughout the Bible, we see God in control of nature, with thunder and lightning often invoked as symbols of his power. This week, a Pentecostal pastor was struck by lightning. Find out more about his story.

Muslim Woman Encounters God in Life-Changing Dream
This is a story about a miraculous conversion. A Muslim woman was suffering from severe depression and anxiety when God revealed Himself to her through a powerful dream. Learn how this woman found true freedom in Jesus!

New Survey Shares Habits of Bible Readers
A new survey by Crossway analyzes the modern Bible study and reading habits of Bibles readers. Listen to the results of most read book and frequency of Bible reading.

City Prohibits Family From Holding Bible Study on Own Property
This is a story about a Pennsylvania family that was legally prohibited from holding Bible studies on their own property. Tune in to find out why.

Argentina Senate Strikes Down Abortion
A South American country held a pivotal vote on whether to legalize abortion this Thursday, one which saw hundreds of pro-life doctors protesting in advance. Listen to find out what happened.

Willow Creek Leaders Resign After New Allegations
Pastor Bill Hybels became the center of scandal earlier this year when he was accused of inappropriate sexual behavior. This week, new allegations came forward about Hybels, ultimately forcing a major shakeup in the church’s leadership. Find out more after this break.

Popular Charismatic Leaders Uniting for Prophetic Crusade
This is a story about an upcoming prophetic crusade that will feature many of the charismatic community’s top leaders. Find out more about how Lou Engle is teaming up with YWAM, Lifestyle Christianity, Christ for All Nations and more to bring this generation to Jesus.

Christians Launch Prayerful Counterattack Against Satanic Idol Display
This is a story about the Satanic Temple’s plans to unveil a demonic statue next week to counter a Ten Commandments monument. Listen to hear how Christians are prayerfully responding.

Museum of the Bible Debuts Billy Graham Exhibit
This is a story about the Museum of the Bible’s brand-new exhibit. It’s dedicated to the late famed evangelist Billy Graham. Listen to hear more about it!

Greg Laurie Forced to Remove Billboards With Picture of Him Holding Bible
This is a story about how evangelist Greg Laurie was forced to take down billboards that had pictures of him holding a Bible. Why? Click play to find out.

Most Pentecostal Christians Believe God Wants Them to Financially Prosper
Last week LifeWay released a set of fascinating new data regarding what different Christian denominations believe about the prosperity gospel. The denomination most in favor of it? Pentecostal Christians. Find out more when you listen to this story.

Flagship Pentecostal University Celebrates Centennial
This is a story about Lee University and how it’s celebrating its 100th anniversary. Since that snowy day in January 1918 when the school first opened its doors, Lee has grown to the point that it now leads the way among Pentecostal universities. Listen for more.

Roma Downey Pleads for Intercession for American Missionary
This is a story about actress and producer Roma Downey asking for intercession for an American missionary. That missionary is none other than imprisoned pastor Andrew Brunson. Hear what other prominent Christians are saying.

IHOPKC Visitor Shot to Death Walking Near Campus
The International House of Prayer in Kansas City, Missouri, became the site of a tragedy on August 1. A Chinese missionary was recently shot dead while in town to visit the IHOP campus. Find out more when you listen now.

The Top 5 Most-Searched Bible Verses
This is a story about the top five verses people search for on Bible Gateway's website. Bible Gateway celebrates its 25th anniversary this year and is proud to announce it has been viewed more than 14 billion times. Here's what verses people are most hungry for.

President Trump Meets Pastors at White House
This Wednesday President Donald Trump met with pastors from across the country to discuss the church’s role in helping communities, as well as Christian calls to social justice and reform. Find out how their meeting went when you click play.

How God Used a 6-Year-Old Girl to Lead a Hardened Muslim to Jesus
This is a sweet story about how God used a 6-year-old girl to win a hard-hearted Muslim man to Jesus Christ. Omar had been taught his whole life that Christians were his enemies. But when this young girl approached him with the gospel, something miraculous happened. Listen to how prayer is answered through a child.

Turkish President Refuses to Release Imprisoned Missionary
Last week, imprisoned American pastor Andrew Brunson was freed from a Turkish prison and transferred to house arrest, and moves were made to get him freed from even house arrest. His case moved two steps forward and this week moves one step back. Find out why by clicking on the play button.

Missionaries Report What’s Happening in Nicaragua
Nicaragua is on the brink of destruction, as government actions have led some to speculate that fascism is rising in the Central American country. Some missionaries on the ground gave us the inside scoop. Find out more by pressing play.

California Wildfires Grow, Kill 6
Earlier this week, we reported on the California wildfires that have raged near Bethel Church’s Redding campus. Since then, the fires have only grown stronger in intensity. Find out more when you listen now.

NY Giants Odell Beckham Jr. Baptized in Jordan River
This is a story about an NFL player who was recently baptized in the Jordan River. In the face of a mounting scandal, Odell Beckham Jr., who plays for the New York Giants, is giving God the credit for his fresh start. Tune in to hear more!

Bethel Issues Urgent Prayer Alert as Wildfires Rage Near Campus
This is a story about the California wildfires. Bethel has asked for urgent intercession as the fires have raged closer and closer to their campus in Redding. Listen to learn more.

ISIS Attack Kills Over 200
The Islamic State carried out one of its deadliest attacks yet on Wednesday, July 25, as the terrorist organization killed over 200 people in southwestern Syria. Find out more when you click play.

Devotional Author Wynter Pitts Dies Suddenly
This is a story about a beloved devotional author who died suddenly. Wynter Pitts, the mother to the young girl who played Danielle Jordan in War Room, went to be with Jesus Tuesday night. Hear what the body of Christ is saying.

Imprisoned Missionary Pastor Will Be Released From Prison
Since his arrest in December 2016, Pastor Andrew Brunson’s release from Turkish prison has been a prayer lifted up by Christians around the world. This month, their prayers have been answered. Find out more by downloading to listen.

Police Vow No Church Will Be Built in This Village
This is a story about the intense persecution the church in Egypt faces on a regular basis. Earlier this month, a mob attacked a church in Minya to protest its very existence and all with police approval. Listen to what happened.

Prayer Summit Unites Jewish, Arab and American Christians
A recent prayer summit, organized by best-selling author Joel Rosenberg, brought Christians together from all sorts of ethnic backgrounds, Jewish, Arab and American, in the heart of Israel. Listen to how it went.

Franklin Graham Says Thousands ‘Delivered’ on Tour
Franklin Graham says thousands of people are being reached with the gospel across the state of California. The evangelist recently returned from his Decision America California tour. Find out more by listening now.