Christianity is deeply connected with the nation of Israel and its history, says Mike Pompeo, former Kansas congressman and U.S. secretary of state. “It is impossible for Christians not to understand the ...
Read More »At music conference, pushback against megachurch takeover of music
We may be seeing a cultural church shift against megachurch control over Sunday music. The crowds seen buzzing last week outside the Bridgestone Arena, a regular host to the NCAA basketball tournament ...
Read More »Miami Dolphins’ quarterback encourages others to see “Sound of Freedom” movie
The movie “Sound of Freedom” had a profound impact on Tua Tagovailoa, the starting quarterback of the Miami Dolphins. In a recent media session, the 25-year-old player detailed some off-day activities, including ...
Read More »Getty’s Sing! event draws 8,500 to Nashville, 85,000 worldwide
Last week, more than 8,500 individuals from 35 different countries and all over the United States gathered in Nashville, Tennessee, for the 2023 Getty Sing! Music worship conference. Another 80,000 attendees from ...
Read More »Spiritually conscious rapper HerEx takes on Kendrick Lamar
When people think of the most influential rappers of all time, Kendrick Lamar is definitely on the list. The hip-hop artist made history in 2018 by winning a Pulitzer Prize in songwriting ...
Read More »Faith-based film about sex trafficking being filmed in Missouri
“Sound of Freedom,” a movie exposing the dark secrets of sex trafficking, was one of the most successful box office releases of the summer. Now, filmmakers in Southeast Missouri are tackling the ...
Read More »Died: Sarah Young, Author of “Jesus Calling” devotional
Thousands of Christians start their day by reading the devotional book “Jesus Calling.” The author, Sarah Young has died at the age of 77. Thomas Nelson, her publisher, had just announced days ...
Read More »Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium opens new 650,000-gallon aquarium
The much anticipated Sobela Ocean Aquarium at the Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium opened to the public on Friday morning. The 650,000-gallon aquarium features six zones with 34 habitats that tell the ...
Read More »Rock star Alice Cooper canceled after comments about transgender movement
A cosmetics company dropped its brand partnership with rock music legend Alice Cooper because of his critical comments about the transgender movement. Cooper, an outspoken Christan, signed the deal with Vampyre Cosmetics ...
Read More »Lest We Forget: A Christian Response To Dementia
Liturgies Against Dementia: Inside Margaret Sayers’ ‘Lest We Forget: A Christian Response To Dementia’. Philosopher James K.A. Smith defines liturgy as a physical or embodied practice that infuses noncognitive dispositions and skills ...
Read More »Construction to begin on 150-foot Ferris wheel in downtown Kansas City
A family-friendly attraction that will add to the Kansas City skyline is expected to be completed this fall. Workers soon will begin piecing together a 150-foot-tall Ferris wheel providing panoramic views of ...
Read More »Actor Kevin Sorbo says he was blacklisted in Hollywood over his faith
Actor Kevin Sorbo said Hollywood cancelled him after he began sharing his Christian and political beliefs. He will be the keynote speaker at the Vitae Foundation’s annual Kansas City pro-life dinner on ...
Read More »New social media app praised for being ‘family friendly”
A new social media app has received kudos from users and industry professionals for its “family-friendly” goals. Gan Jing World, developed by Chinese nationals who have fled Communist China, launched in June ...
Read More »The hidden truth behind Superman
I’ve never been a huge fan of Superman. The Man of Steel was always too squeaky clean for me. Too perfect. I liked superheroes who had edges (The Incredible Hulk), darkness (Batman) and ...
Read More »What’s up with profanity in the church, Christian music?
Most Christians take for granted that profanity is sinful, but does the Bible actually address it? Back in 2013, I noted with concern that “it is increasingly common to hear about worship ...
Read More »“Hey Paula”: Ray Hildebrand, influential Christian musician from Kansas, dies at age 82
Ray Hildebrand, an Overland Park resident and pioneer of contemporary Christian music, died on Friday. The 82-year-old moved to the Kansas City area to work for the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, and ...
Read More »FAMILY STRONG: Better Together
“We are many parts of one body, and we all belong to each other.” Romans 12:5b Family. For some, that word conveys positive images from home or maybe brings to mind valued ...
Read More »Netflix tackles the Second Coming in “The Chosen One”
Netflix wastes its brilliant premise and ending twist in “The Chosen One” on a shallow treatment of religion that actually makes one grateful that the faith-based film industry alternative exists. “The Chosen ...
Read More »New Fire in the Hole will open next spring
Silver Dollar City has good news for fans of its legendary Fire in the Hole ride. The theme part announced on Monday that it has broken ground on an all-new, $30 million ...
Read More »Did occultic themes doom “Haunted Mansion” at the box office?
Disney continues to pay the price for abandoning family-friendly entertainment. The movie “Haunted Mansion” underperformed at the box office in its opening weekend. The live-action remake of the 2003 movie by the ...
Read More »Jesus as Ken and Mary as Barbie?
The planned relaunch of Jesus Ken and Barbie Virgin Mary dolls in Argentina is being criticized by Catholic groups and others. This comes after the international success of Greta Gerwig’s controversial “Barbie” ...
Read More »“A Band Called Love Song” documentary tells compelling story behind “Jesus Revolution”
In a memorable scene from the hit movie “Jesus Revolution,” the charismatic hippie pastor Lonnie Frisbee introduces the reserved Pastor Chuck Smith to the rock band Love Song. Although it makes for ...
Read More »Actor Dennis Quaid shares faith journey in new album “Fallen: A Gospel Record for Sinners”
Actor Dennis Quaid, who transformed his life from struggling with drugs to returning to his Christian roots, has released a new album, “Fallen: A Gospel Record for Sinners.” He recently shared his ...
Read More »“Unsung Hero” will tell the story of Rebecca St. James, for King + Country
Following the success of “Jesus Revolution” and “Sound of Freedom,” another major faith-based film will be in theaters next spring. “Unsung Hero” will tell the story how the family behind Christian band ...
Read More »Hollywood experiencing revival of faith-based movies, actor Jonathan Roumie says
The success of “Sound of Freedom” is part of a surge of faith-based movie projects, said actor Jonathan Roumie, who plays Jesus in “The Chosen” and Lonnie Frisbee in “Jesus Revolution.” “Our ...
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