International House of Prayer Kansas City to shutter in wake of Mike Bickle scandal report
International House of Prayer Kansas City is reportedly winding down the operations of their movement and missions organization based in Kansas City, Missouri, due to the financial impact of the sexual abuse scandal connected to founder Mike Bickle, with whom the  organization was forced permanently cut ties last December. @ChristianPost_com
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The Lord is a refuge for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble

Operation Rescue endorses Trump, blasts 'hypocritical' burst of 'disdain' from pro-life mov't
A pro-life organization is endorsing former President Donald Trump in the presidential election as it condemns what it characterizes as a “hypocritical” burst of “disdain” from the pro-life movement in response to the candidate’s recent comments about abortion. @ChristianPost_com
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International House of Prayer Kansas City denies report it plans to close
International House of Prayer Kansas City has denied a report that the ministry is in the process of shutting down but says it's in a restructuring phase that will shutter some aspects of its operations this year, including its school of ministry. @ChristianPost_com
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He alone is my rock and my salvation; he is my fortress, I will not be shaken

Planned Parenthood provided fewer health services despite record gov't funding annual report
Planned Parenthood performed over 390,000 abortions while receiving nearly $700 million in government grants and reimbursements, according to its latest annual report for 2022-2023. Pro-life activists say the findings appear consistent with the long-term trend of the nation's largest abortion provider performing more abortions and providing fewer health services.  @ChristianPost_com
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FRC scholar blasts declaration from 'religious leaders' denouncing 'religious nationalism'
David Closson with the Family Research Council criticized the recent New Haven Declaration as the latest example of progressives trying to paint Bible-believing Christians as subversives to oust them from the public square. @ChristianPost_com
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Our soul waits for the Lord; he is our help and our shield

14 states that may have abortion referendums in 2024
This November, there could be over a dozen states that consider an abortion referendum, which would be a record number of ballot measures that have long-lasting implications for abortion policy in 2024.  @ChristianPost_com
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Christian singer Mandisa dies at 47 'She is with the God she sang about now'
A Christian singer and former “American Idol” contestant has died at 47, causing the Christian music industry to reflect on her musical talent and story of overcoming the challenges associated with depression.  @ChristianPost_com
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Pastor John Lindell claims Mark Driscoll tried to divide his church and family, urges him to repent
James River Church Pastor John Lindell accused Pastor Mark Driscoll of attempting to overthrow him as the leader of his church and dividing his family and congregation by unfairly attacking a performance by a professional sword swallower and admitted male stripper at the Stronger Men’s Conference in Missouri. @ChristianPost_com
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Fear has no hold on us with God's power, love, and a sound mind

35th annual Capitol Bible Reading Marathon kicks off this weekend 'A lifetime experience'
The 35th Annual U.S. Capitol Bible Reading Marathon, in which volunteers read every word of the Bible from cover to cover, kicks off Saturday afternoon and runs through Wednesday morning.  @ChristianPost_com
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Columbine survivor says mission trip to Africa helped him let go of his anger
A survivor of the Columbine High School massacre whose sister was murdered in the Colorado school shooting recounted how a mission trip to Africa helped him understand the importance of truly letting go of anger in an attitude of forgiveness.  @ChristianPost_com
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Orange founder and CEO resign over inappropriate relationship
The founder and CEO of a noted Christian ministry have resigned after admitting to an inappropriate relationship, prompting the organization’s Board of Directors to appoint an interim replacement while they search for people to fill the positions permanently. @ChristianPost_com
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In the Lord, we find wisdom, knowledge, and understanding

Elon Musk, X vow to fight gov’t order to remove video showing stabbing of Assyrian priest
Elon Musk and his social media platform X have announced their intention to contest an Australian government order demanding the removal of a video showing the stabbing of an Assyrian priest. The platform faces a daily fine of $500,000. @ChristianPost_com
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US watchdog voices concern as over 150 churches attacked since Sudan war began
Since the war in Sudan began last April, over 150 churches have been damaged or destroyed, according to a report by the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom. The conflict between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces has claimed thousands of lives and devastated religious communities, with U.S. watchdogs warning that religious sites are being targeted, leaving a trail of destruction. @ChristianPost_com
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As Christ loved the unlovable, let us love without expectation, demonstrating the transformative power of His grace

Violence returns to India’s troubled Manipur state amid elections
Two tribal Christians guarding their village have been killed in attacks that involved gunfire and mortars in the northeast Indian state of Manipur, as per allegations by a local Kuki-Zo tribal organization. The attacks were reportedly carried out by central forces and Hindu Meitei insurgents, who then engaged in acts of dragging, mutilating and stomping on the bodies. @ChristianPost_com
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Pastor John Lindell apologizes for inviting Alex Magala, Mark Driscoll to men’s conference
Pastor John Lindell of James River Church in Missouri apologized to his congregation Sunday for inviting professional sword swallower Alex Magala and Pastor Mark Driscoll to the church’s Stronger Men's Conference after a firestorm erupted over Driscoll’s controversial rebuke of Magala’s performance as demonic. @ChristianPost_com
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