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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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.”

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.

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.

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.

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.