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Controversial Church Accused of Human Trafficking
When a church is accused of physically and emotionally abusing its members, you assume it can’t get much worse than that. But according to a new report, Word of Faith Fellowship is guilty of something even worse: human trafficking. Find out more.

Baptism Ritual Killed 2 People in Africa
This is a story about a religious rite that dates back to the time of Jesus. But recently, two Christian farmers in East Africa died as a result. Listen to find out what happened.

Pastor Survives Cancer, Overcomes Odds
Even with most of his tongue surgically removed, this pastor is still praising the name of Jesus. Hear the story of one man who overcame the odds, survived cancer and is now sharing his testimony.

Pentecostal Megachurch Pastor Dies at 61
Pentecostal megachurch pastor Greg Varney died earlier this week at 61. His death came out of nowhere and leaves his congregation and his family in shock. Find out about the legacy he leaves behind.

Atlanta Pastor Fosters Diversity at Church
Lots of people talk about wanting diversity in the church, but one pastor actually did it. He took a 97 percent Caucasian congregation and now has a vibrant church with members from 37 nations. Listen to find out how he did it.

New Developments on Shroud of Turin
Does new technology prove that the Shroud of Turin bear's Jesus' facial imprint? Listen to find out what researchers have recently debunked.

Ministry Takes Back God's Rainbow
This is a story about how the world-famous Ark Encounter is reclaiming God's rainbow despite LGBT threats. Listen to find out more.

Church Choir Victims Speak Up About Abuse
This is a sad story about 547 Catholic choir pupils who were physically or sexually abused within a span of 70 years. Listen to how you can be praying for this sensitive situation.

Charismatic Believer With Healing Legacy Enters Into Gates of Glory
This is a story about one special believer who recently entered heaven’s gates. Hear more about Mrs. Rita Pulido de Contreras, a charismatic believer with a healing legacy.

The Most Post-Christian Cities in America
What’s the most post-Christian city in America? That’s what a team of researchers from Barna set out to do earlier this year. What they found may surprise you. Listen now.

Pastor Killed Outside His Church
This is the story of a pastor who was shot to death outside of his church. This is just one of the many ways that persecution against Christians is heating up in India. Find out more.

Christian Father Charged With Murdering His Daughter for Dating Muslim
This is a tragic story about a so-called honor killing. A Christian father has been charged with murdering his daughter for dating a Muslim. Find out how people are responding.

Despite Bad Press, Israeli Tourism Breaks All Records
This is a story about how despite the bad press inundating Israel, the nation’s tourism has broken all records. Find out why people are flocking to the Jewish state.

Local Church Condemns Scientology
In an unprecedented move, a Florida megachurch condemned and openly criticized the Church of Scientology. Now the congregation’s bracing for the backlash. Hear this story now.

Eugene Peterson Clarifies LGBT Stance
The Christian news world was rocked Wednesday by news that Eugene Peterson, creator of The Message Bible, said that homosexuality was not wrong. Or did he? Hear all the details of this confusing story.

Pope Francis Alters Centuries’ Worth of Tradition with One Order
This is a story of how Pope Francis made a dramatic change—one that changes centuries of saint-making procedures. Tune in to find out what happened!

Mennonite Church USA Votes to Boycott Israel
This is a story about how one Christian denomination has voted to boycott Israel. Find out why by listening now.

Youth Pastor Enters Political World
How does a pastor serve God in a divided political world? Listen now to this story of a youth pastor who felt God calling him to Washington, D.C.; but that doesn’t mean he’s left his pastoral role completely behind.

Millionaire Producer Says God Told Him to Rebuild Ten Commandments Monument
This is a story about a millionaire producer who says God told him to rebuild the Ten Commandments monument that was destroyed recently by an angry protester. Hear how it happened.

Major Denomination Affirms, Welcomes Transgender People
The Christian church took a major step toward embracing the LGBT community. A major denomination voted to welcome and affirm transgender people into their congregations. Listen for more.

Worship Leader Rejoices in Zechariah 9:12 Miracle
This is a beautiful story about a worship leader and his wife who lost their two sons in a terrible car wreck. But hear now how God is doing a miracle in their lives that can only be described as a fulfillment of Zechariah 9:12.

Pastor Says Your Job is a Parallel for God’s Kingdom
Could your job be a parable for God’s kingdom? That’s what one pastor says after working on a special new sermon series. Listen for more.

Famed Evangelist Dies at 89
New Orleans evangelist Bob Harrington, known by many as “the Chaplain of Bourbon Street,” died recently. Learn about his long ministry career by listening now.

God-Ordained Miracle Stuns Doctors Prepared to Operate
This is a story about a man who mystified the medical profession when a huge tumor on his face was miraculously healed. Discover how God supernaturally intervened in this dire situation.

Word of God Megachurch Pastor Dies Suddenly
This is a story about a megachurch pastor who died suddenly. Listen to how you can be praying this grieving community.

Biblical Literacy for an Urban Audience
Most Bible translations require a high school reading level. Hear how one man is changing this by using the spoken word to bring the Bible to Life in an innovative new approach.

Francis Chan Preaches to Facebook Employees
Mark Zuckerberg made headlines when he compared Facebook to a church. Shortly after, Francis Chan visited Facebook headquarters to tell them about real Christianity. Hear what happened now.

Jesus Radically Saves and Heals Witch Doctor
When this former witch doctor became really sick he had only one hope. Listen to this miraculously story now.

28 Injured in Arkansas Shooting
This is a story about a shooting in an Arkansas club that injured 28 people. Listen to find out more.

7 Ways to Teach Your Kids About the Meaning of the Fourth of July
This is a story about 7 insightful ways you can teach your children about the meaning of July Fourth. Hear more about how to help your kids celebrate the occasion in a meaningful way!

Former AG Youth Pastor Charged With Child Molestation
This is a tragic story of a former Assemblies of God youth pastor who was recently charged with child molestation and other crimes. Learn how you can be interceding.

Kentucky Governor Announces Prayer Teams
To fight violence in his state, the governor of Kentucky announced an unusual plan, prayer teams. Hear how intercession became a state government program.

ISIS Caliphate Defeated
For years, the Islamic State has terrorized the world, causing thousands of deaths. Now ISIS has been dealt a crippling blow—its de facto capital has fallen. Find out more.

Syria Reportedly Planning Chemical Attack
Earlier this year, dozens were killed and hundreds were injured when the Syrian government unleashed chemical weapons on its people. Hear how they may be preparing to do it again—and this issue needs your prayer support.

Atheist Group Is Going After Anne Graham Lotz
This is a story about an atheist group that's coming against Billy Graham's daughter Anne Graham Lotz. Hear the shocking reason why.

Pastor Blames VBS for Millennial Exodus
Churches have seen their Millennial population dwindle. One pastor has a surprising reason why. Find out what it is by listening to this story now. Will you agree with him?

Christian Man Decimates Ten Commandments Statue
This is an unsettling story about a man who decimated a Ten Commandments statue less than 24 hours after it was installed. And the oddest part of it all—this man claims to be a Christian! Listen now to find out more.

Judge Grants Refugee Christians Temporary Safe Haven in U.S.
Imagine being a Christian who escapes life-or-death religious persecution at home. You finally are granted legal immigration to the United States—only to be sent back to the country where they’re trying to kill you. Listen to find out what happened.

This Pentecostal Church Is Bucking the Negative National Trend
This is a story about the sad decline of Christianity in certain Western nations—and yet one Pentecostal church is completely bucking that trend. Listen for more!

Canadian Pastor Detained by North Korea
In late 2015, a Canadian pastor was detained by the North Korean government. Now, after the death of student Otto Warmbier, the pressure is ramping up to free this pastor. Listen to this story now.

Church of England Reportedly Concealed Sexual Abuse
A heartbreaking chapter of Anglican Church history was revealed last week. The Church reportedly colluded and concealed one leader’s abuse of young men, according to a groundbreaking report. Hear this story now.

50 Years After Debilitating Accident, Joni Eareckson Tada Shares What God Has Done for Her
This is a story about Joni Eareckson Tada, a talented painter who is also a quadriplegic. Now, 50 years after her debilitating accident, Joni shares all the incredible ways God has come through for her—and how her quadriplegia has drawn others to Christ.

Is This Major Earthquake Isaiah 13:13 in Action?
This is a story about two major earthquakes that recently struck off the coast of Guatemala. Tune In so you know how to be praying this week.

Israeli Street Evangelism Yields Miracles
After a seminar on power evangelism, one Israeli woman reported performing miracles in the streets. Find out more.

Israelis Supernaturally Healed by Jesus’ Power
This is a story of two young men who decided to step out in faith—and the results are supernatural healings in Israel! It all started with some inspiration from evangelist Todd White. Tune in to find out more!

Queen Elizabeth Bestows Award on Modern Hymn Writers
“In Christ Alone” is one of the most recognizable Christian songs of the last generation. Now, the writers of that modern hymn are being recognized with a prestigious award from the Queen of England herself. Listen now.

Navy Sailor Exemplifies John 15:13 for His ‘Kids’
This is a story about a Navy sailor who lived John 15:13 with his last breath—and set an example for the sailors around him. Find out this sailor’s brave deed by listening now.

Pastor Allegedly Dies in Search of Buried Treasure
A pastor went missing while searching for an infamous buried treasure. Now his body seems to have been found and his church is looking for answers. Find out more.

‘The Voice’ Contestant Uses Music to Advance the Kingdom
After praising God on one of the world’s biggest stages, where do you go next? Former The Voice contestant and Pentecostal Christian Brian Nhira has an idea. Listen to how this young man is using his new music to advance God’s kingdom after this break.

Pastor’s Burned Body Discovered Outside His Oklahoma Church
This is a story about a pastor whose burned body was discovered outside of his own church in Oklahoma. Tune in to hear more.