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Ethiopia Considers New Law Banning Small Churches

The Tigray State in Northern Ethiopia is reportedly considering a new law—one which would make churches smaller than 6,000 members illegal and would make evangelism equally illegal. Hear this story now.

Apr 26, 20173 min

Oldest Living Woman Reveals Biblical Secret to Her Longevity

This is a story about the oldest living woman in the world. And you’ll never guess what she says her secret to living so long is! Thankfully, though, you can find it right in the Bible. Listen now!

Apr 26, 20173 min

Megachurch Pastor Accused of Affair

Most recently, the Potter’s House of Denver has had to deal with claims of an extramarital affair by one of its pastors. Hear this story now.

Apr 24, 20173 min

Pastor Detained for Singing ‘Jesus Loves You’

This is a story about a pastor who was detained by authorities simply for singing the worship song “Jesus Loves You.” Tune in to find out what happened.

Apr 24, 20173 min

Chris Pratt Gives Praise to God

As one young star is having his literal star put on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, he’s making sure that all the fame goes to God. Find out what Chris Pratt did by listening now.

Apr 21, 20173 min

ISIS Claims Attack Near Famed Monastery

This is a story about a fatal terror attack near a famed monastery in Sinai—and ISIS has claimed responsibility. Find out more by listening now.

Apr 21, 20172 min

Egyptian Airstrikes Kill ISIS Leaders

It’s time for some good news regarding ISIS’ terror campaign in the Middle East. A series of airstrikes in Egypt recently took out a number of key ISIS leaders. Listen to what happened now.

Apr 20, 20173 min

Popular Radio Host Leaves Evangelical Church

It’s usually not a big deal when you switch churches—unless you’re a national figure known for your opinions on faith. A popular evangelical radio host recently left evangelicalism behind, in favor of a different denomination. Find out more.

Apr 19, 20173 min

Pastor and Scientist Search for Jesus’ Descendants

Most people remember, at some point in their childhood, having to trace their family tree. But a pastor and a scientist have started on a bold new quest: tracing Jesus’ family tree to modern day. Listen now.

Apr 19, 20173 min

Video of Olympian Simone Biles Waltzing to ‘Good Good Father’ Goes Viral

This is a story about a new video of Christian Olympian Simon Biles that’s going viral. The young woman is now on Dancing With the Stars. Listen to find out why her choice of the waltz is getting plenty of people talking.

Apr 18, 20172 min

Museum of the Bible Receives Generous Grant

The Museum of the Bible is getting ready for its public launch this fall. One recent charitable donation may make its opening a whole lot smoother. Hear this story now.

Apr 18, 20172 min

Samuel Rodriguez Teams Up With PureFlix

Samuel Rodriguez, president of the National Hispanic Christian Leadership Conference (NHCLC), has a vision to see better Hispanic representation in movies—and he’s starting in them Christian film industry. Listen for more.

Apr 17, 20173 min

Muslims Are Finding Christ Through Their Children

This is a story about the many Muslims who have been displaced by ISIS—and how some of them are coming to the faith after hearing the gospel from their own children. Hear more now.

Apr 17, 20173 min

Christian Rappers Speak Life to South African Youth

A group of Christian rappers went on a missions trip to South Africa with a simple mission. Listen how this group spoke life and shared the gospel with kids who needed it most.

Apr 14, 20173 min

Christian Politician Presents Easter Message in the Middle of Government Meeting

Who received a standing ovation when he shared the gospel? Listen to find out about this spur-of-the-moment sermon given in a Canadian Parliament meeting.

Apr 14, 20173 min

Church Makes Bold Luke 6:28 Stance After Texting Driver Kills 13 Members

This is a follow-up story about the church bus crash that killed 13 people, all of whom were elderly members of the church. Sources are now saying the crash happened because a driver was texting, and in response, this church is making a bold move in obedience to Luke 6:28. Tune in to find out more.

Apr 13, 20173 min

Pastor Stabbed to Death in Church School

This is a story about a pastor who was stabbed to death in a church school—and it happened during a peaceful protest. Find out more when we return right after this message.

Apr 13, 20173 min

Five Indian Churches Targeted by Extremists

Earlier this week, we told you about the dual church bombings in Egypt that made headlines. But in another country, five churches were attacked and harassed that same day—but no one’s been talking about it. Find out more.

Apr 12, 20174 min

Former Pastor Commits Murder-Suicide in San Bernardino Elementary School

This is a story about the shooting in a San Bernardino elementary school on Monday. But what was just recently discovered was that it was a pastor who committed the murder-suicide. Find out how you can be interceding for this hurting community.

Apr 12, 20173 min

Evangelical Churches Spread in Brazil

Brazil is the world’s largest Catholic community—but now, evangelical churches are increasingly growing in number. Find out why by listening now.

Apr 11, 20173 min

Apostle Kimberly Daniels Scores Big Win for Prayer in Public Schools

This is a story about Apostle Kimberly Daniel’s recent big win for prayer in public schools. The pastor is pressing on to champion religious expression, so tune in for more.

Apr 11, 20172 min

Church Bombings on Palm Sunday Kills 36 Christians

Palm Sunday became the setting of a bloody massacre in Egypt. Two different church bombings left 36 Christians dead and over a hundred injured. Find out more by listening now.

Apr 10, 20173 min

Cadbury Under Fire After Removing ‘Easter’ from Event Name

Cultural commentators have used the term ‘War on Christmas’ for years now, but they may soon be declaring a ‘War on Easter.’ Listen to find out why Cadbury announced plans to remove Easter from the name of its popular annual event.

Apr 10, 20173 min

Indian Pastor Sees Worldwide Revival on Horizon

Persecution against Christians in rising in India, but one Spirit-filled pastor says he sees signs of revival rising even more. Hear how miracles are happening even through the hurt.

Apr 7, 20174 min

Faith Leaders React to Syrian Bombing

Earlier this week, the Syrian government dropped a chemical weapon on its people. The result was mass condemnation by the international community—and a decisive move by the United States. Find out what leaders are saying.

Apr 7, 20173 min

Elderly Pastor Found Murdered in His Home

This is a story about an elderly pastor who was found murdered recently in his own home. Police determine that the explosion that killed him was definitely a homicide. Find out more so you can pray.

Apr 6, 20172 min

Seminary Offers First ‘Apocalypse Degree’

Colleges often add new programs to fit changing job markets. But one theological seminary is now offering a very different kind of program: the world’s first degree in the apocalypse. Listen for more now.

Apr 6, 20173 min

Christian Nurse Fired for Offering to Pray With Ailing Patients

This is a story about a Christian nurse who was fired for occasionally offering prayer to her ailing patients. The Employment Tribunal is about to hear her case. Tune in to find out more.

Apr 5, 20173 min

42 Christians Told to Convert or Face Conviction

A situation in Lahore, Pakistan between Christians and Muslims has been spiraling out of control. Both sides have made mistakes, and now over 500 Christians have been arrested and 42 are being pressured to recant their beliefs. Find out what happened.

Apr 5, 20173 min

Judge Convicts Televangelist of Cheating Employees

When is volunteering not actually volunteering? A televangelist found out the hard way when a judge ruled that volunteers at his ministry had actually been cheated out of hard-earned wages. Listen for more.

Apr 4, 20173 min

Landslide in Colombia Leaves 112 Dead

Over the weekend, a massive landslide hit the South American country of Colombia. The natural disaster wiped out entire neighborhoods and bridges, left 112 dead and even more injured. Hear more now.

Apr 3, 20173 min

How 2 Families Are Fulfilling Ezekiel 36.8 Prophecy

This is a story about two families who believe they are fulfilling an Old Testament prophecy and are reaping the blessings promised in Genesis. Find out what these families are doing in the nation of Israel.

Apr 3, 20174 min

New Study Shows What Churches Really Think About Race

In the last couple years, stories about racial tensions in America have drawn opinions from every side. But a new study by LifeWay Research highlights what churches are thinking about the issue of race. Find out more.

Mar 31, 20174 min

Mike Pence’s Prayer Warrior Revealed

This is a story about Mike Pence’s prayer warrior. A number of people in her life had much to tell the Washington Post about Mike Pence’s wife, Karen. Find out how this woman of God is making an impact.

Mar 30, 20173 min

13 Killed in Church Bus Collision

This is a sad story about 13 people who died when a church bus collided with an oncoming vehicle. Tune in to learn how this community needs your prayers.

Mar 30, 20172 min

Islam Projected to Surpass Christianity as Largest Religion

For a long time, Christianity has been the largest religion in the world. But hear how a study from Pew Research projects that another religion may pass Christianity within this century.

Mar 29, 20173 min

Uganda Cracks Down on Child Sacrifice

In Uganda, hundreds of children die each year as part of an illegal human sacrifice industry. Now listen to how the Ugandan government, police and pastors are teaming up to stop this horrific practice.

Mar 29, 20173 min

Vicar of Baghdad Gives Grim Prognosis

Over the last few years, the Islamic State and fundamentalist governments have systematically persecuted Christians in the Middle East. Canon Andrew White, also known as the Vicar of Baghdad, has watched this all happen and recently offered his grim prognosis. Find out more.

Mar 28, 20173 min

Church Shows Mercy After Former Congregant Attacks Pastor

Earlier this week, a pastor was attacked by a member of his own congregation. But the church is taking a surprising approach with the attacker. Find out more.

Mar 28, 20173 min

Pastor Stabbed to Death—Allegedly by Parishioner

This is a story about a pastor was stabbed to death—allegedly by one of his own parishioners. Find out what happened and how you can be praying.

Mar 24, 20173 min

22 Nations Unite at Spirit-Filled Conference

Last week in Kiev, churches from 22 different nations and multiple continents banded together. Their goal was to worship the Lord and shake off the sins of the past. Find out more.

Mar 24, 20173 min

Is This Former Muslim a Modern-Day Paul?

This is a story about a former Muslim who is now fervently sharing the gospel of Jesus with everyone he can. Is he a modern-day Paul? Find out.

Mar 24, 20174 min

London Attack Leaves 4 Dead

London was shaken earlier this week after a rogue assailant carried out the deadliest London terror attack in 12 years. The attack has left four people dead and more injured. Listen now.

Mar 23, 20173 min

Pastor Discovers Massive Diamond

In Matthew 13, Jesus tells the story of a man who found a hidden treasure in a field. That story could also describe today’s headlines after a pastor unexpectedly discovered one of the largest diamonds in human history. Listen now.

Mar 22, 20173 min

Christians Persecuted by ISIS Are Believing God for a Miracle

This is a story about Christians persecuted by ISIS—and how these faithful believers are trusting in God alone to restore what terrorists have violently stolen. Hear how these Christians are holding on to hope even in the midst of destruction.

Mar 22, 20173 min

Olympian Scott Hamilton Receives ‘Spectacular Miracle’

This is a story about an Olympic figure skater who should’ve died when he got his third brain tumor. But God intervened. Listen to hear more about what Scott Hamilton can only describe as a “spectacular miracle.”

Mar 21, 20173 min

South Korean Pastors Arrested in China

In Asia, tensions have been flaring between China and South Korea over a new missile system. And in the middle of that crisis, two South Korean pastors have been arrested by China. What do they have to do with all of this? Find out.

Mar 21, 20173 min

Bitter Luciferian Satanist Surrenders to Jesus

This is a story about a Satanist whose life was consumed with bitterness and rage. But after 20 years in that lifestyle, something happened that completely changed him. Listen to find out more about his story.

Mar 20, 20173 min

Rebels Kidnap 8 Samaritan’s Purse Aid Workers

Founded by Franklin Graham, Samaritan’s Pursue does amazing humanitarian work around the world. But recently, South Sudanese rebels allegedly kidnapped eight Samaritan’s Purse aid workers. Find out what happened next.

Mar 20, 20174 min

Freedom To Pray Movement

What is the Freedom To Pray Movement? It may affect your phone bill being charged when calling into prayer conference calls. Listen now to find out what you can do.

Mar 16, 20177 min