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Today’s News Briefs: DNC protest against Jews; Job numbers slashed; CA to fund media

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Today’s news briefs include Jews forced to meet in secret at DNC convention; Job numbers slashed; and California and Big Tech to fund journalism. Government again slashes job growth numbers The U.S ...

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Majority of Americans believe God had a role in creation

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Despite the theory of evolution being taught in the nation’s classrooms, more than seven in 10 Americans believe God had a hand in creating humanity, a new Gallup poll found. More than ...

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One-day events will offer practical steps for church planting

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Many congregations are extending their reach by planting new churches. Three upcoming Sending Labs, sponsored by the Missouri Baptist Convention and the North American Mission Board, will share practical advice for accomplishing ...

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Ancient trash dump gives clues to life at time of Jesus

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An archaeological excavation in Jerusalem has uncovered 2,000-year-old trash and relics from the decades surrounding the life of Christ. The findings include items used daily by Jerusalem’s citizens, including dishes and glass ...

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How to survive a world crisis with Jesus

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“Jesus knew times of crisis would come upon our world, so in a spirit of wisdom He sought to prepare people for what was ahead.” Hardly a week goes by without some ...

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Today’s news briefs include British recycling; Missionary suicide; railroad strike

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Today’s news briefs include British recycling gone crazy? Ukraine attack on Moscow; Wycliffe missionary suicide; Railroad strike. 11 bins? British recycling questioned Residents of one English community are furious over new recycling ...

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Bodies of six Israeli hostages recovered by Israeli Defense Forces in Gaza

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Israel Defense Forces announced Tuesday that it has recovered the bodies of six hostages who were abducted in the Hamas attack last October 7. The bodies of Yagev Buchshtab, Alexander Dancyg, Avraham ...

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Today’s News Briefs: World’s oldest person dies; Silent prayer arrest vindication; Hostages recovered

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Today’s news briefs include the passing of the world’s oldest person; Trafficked woman sentenced for killing her abuser; Police must pay for arresting woman who was silently praying; Six more hostages found ...

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Ministries report mosques closing, Iranians coming to Christ

Not all of the news coming out of Iran is bad. A million Iranians have accepted Christ as tens of thousands of mosques in the Islamic country have closed, according to reports ...

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Missourians will vote on pro-abortion constitutional amendment in November

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Missourians will vote Nov. 5 on whether the right to abortion will be codified in their state’s Constitution. The Missouri Secretary of State’s office announced on August 13 that pro-abortion advocates had ...

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Re:generation at Abundant Life Church means freedom from addiction in Christ

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More than 250 people each week are learning to break free from various addictions through Re:generation, a national discipleship program with a chapter at Abundant Life Church in Lee’s Summit. It’s a ...

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Jews in most danger “since the Holocaust” warns Donald Trump

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Jews in the United States face their greatest threat since World War II. That’s the assessment of former president Donald Trump whose comments mirror those in the Jewish community. “What’s happening with ...

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News Briefs: Tornado sinks yacht; Chicken recall; Chicago business board-up

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Today’s news briefs include a tornado sinking yacht off Sicily, Wire in chicken forces recall and Chicago business board up ahead of Democrat convention. Six missing after tornado sinks yacht A tornado ...

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Australian law professor wins anti-bullying case against university over prolife research

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Dr. Joanna Howe, a Christian pro-life advocate and law professor in Australia, has won the anti-bullying case she brought against her employers at the University of Adelaide after it attempted to halt ...

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Tough times inspire country singer to appreciate life as he releases new album

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From being kicked out of high school to becoming a father at age 17, Christian country singer Rhett Walker admits his journey through life has not always been easy. However, his faith ...

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After speech, Butker now highest-paid kicker in NFL

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Thousands of people signed a petition asking the Kansas City Chiefs to release kicker Harrison Butker after his commencement speech defending traditional values at Benedictine College last spring. Instead, the team extended ...

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Ministries team up to support grieving widowers

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Refuge Widowers, a ministry dedicated to guiding widowers through a gospel-centered community, is teaming up with the ministry Send Relief to provide support for widowers across the nation.             Founded by a ...

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Churches minister to refugee families as they adjust to life in United States

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Families and individuals from around the world are legally immigrating to the United States, and many churches are stepping up to help meet their practical needs. “There are pockets of these communities ...

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He changed his life, then led 895 fellow students to Christ

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Abraham Aguilar, a former drug user and student in Palmdale, Calif., has led nearly 900 fellow students to the Lord in the past year. “There’s hope even when it seems like it’s ...

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Pastor John MacArthur gives update after July heart surgery

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Author and Pastor John MacArthur of Grace Community Church in Southern California earlier this week provided an update on his health after undergoing heart surgery last month. “One of the things you ...

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Today’s News Briefs: A 6-second kiss study; Dennis Quaid movie; Canadian weapons in Russia

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Today’s news briefs include a 6-second kiss study; Canada oks weapons use in Russia and Dennis Quaid on his movie “Reagan” being censored by social media. Canada gives green light to using ...

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Avoiding ‘Doomscrolling’ and how we’re changing to help

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There’s a lot of bad news in the world. It’s easy to scroll through your phone and rarely find a positive story on your social media feeds. It’s leading to something called ...

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Carrie Underwood surprises church by joining worship team for song

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Members of Rolling Hills Community Church in Franklin, Tenn., were surprised last Sunday when country music star Carrie Underwood helped lead worship. She joined the worship team as they sang “Goodness of ...

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Today’s news briefs: All-you-can-fly airline deal; Taliban parade; Home Depot recession fears

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News briefs include: Kid wins baking contest; Taliban parades US equipment; Home Depot sales; All-you-can-fly airline deal. Home Depot sales down over recession fears Home Depot, long a gauge of the strength ...

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Democrat conventions have a history of drama and local connections

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The Democrat Party has a history of power struggles, raucous attendees, and drama at its presidential conventions. This year provides its own unique set of circumstances. Let’s look at a few of ...

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