The Lord is good, a refuge in times of trouble. He cares for those who trust in him. -Nahum 1:7 NIV

Which states are the best and worst at protecting religious liberty?
Which states are the best and worst at protecting religious liberty in the United States? That is the question at the heart of the recently released report produced by the Center for Religion, Culture, and Democracy. @ChristianPost_com
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Kim Davis asks Supreme Court to overturn Obergefell decision
A petition before the U.S. Supreme Court is asking the justices to consider overturning the 2015 decision that legalized same-sex marriage nationwide in light of religious liberty concerns and a recent ruling reversing decades-old U.S. policy on abortion.  @ChristianPost_com
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FBI reportedly spied on priest for not disclosing private conversation 'Worse than anyone thought'
The FBI spied extensively on a Roman Catholic priest who declined to disclose private conversations he had with one of his parishioners, according to a report released earlier this week from the House Judiciary Committee that has raised religious liberty concerns. @ChristianPost_com
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But blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord, whose confidence is in him. -Jeremiah 17:7 NIV

'Systematically slaughtered' Oklahoma student lost 34 family members in a Christian massacre pregnant woman's stomach cut open
Fulani terrorists murdered 34 members of Oklahoma student Barr Franc Utoo's immediate family during a massacre in Nigeria last month, including his pregnant aunt, by slicing open her belly and removing her twin unborn children. @ChristianPost_com
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'Beloved pillar of our community' ICE arrests Maryland pastor who overstayed his visa 24 years ago
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrested a pastor living in Maryland for over two decades for overstaying his visa. He was transferred to a federal detention facility in Louisiana, where he awaits an immigration hearing. @ChristianPost_com
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May we shout for joy over your victory and lift up our banners in the name of our God. May the Lord grant all your requests. -Psalms 20:5 NIV

‘Pulpit Freedom Sunday’ churches react to IRS allowing pastors to endorse candidates
The Christian Post reached out to a couple of churches involved in Pulpit Freedom Sunday to get their perspectives on the IRS decision to allow pastors to endorse candidates from the pulpit. @ChristianPost_com
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My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever. -Psalm 73:26 NIV

Christian convert charged with terrorism in Egypt after requesting new identification
A Christian convert in Egypt has been charged with terrorism after he requested a new identification document to reflect his change of religion. The man, arrested earlier this month, now faces accusations of stirring unrest and spreading false news. @ChristianPost_com
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X's history of promoting sexual exploitation leads to doubts about 'kid-friendly' app Baby Grok
Elon Musk’s announcement about a “kid-friendly” Baby Grok AI chatbot has been met with skepticism by the National Center on Sexual Exploitation after X released a childlike female AI companion who strips when used in “spicy mode.”  @ChristianPost_com
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For it is you who light my lamp; the Lord my God lightens my darkness. -Psalm 18:28 ESV

Canadian church slapped with $2,500 fine for hosting pro-Trump worship leader Sean Feucht
A church in Montreal, Quebec, has been slapped with a $2,500 fine for hosting a church service featuring activist missionary and worship leader Sean Feucht, whose opinions have drawn the ire of Canadian authorities. @ChristianPost_com
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2 more men, including former Evanescence manager, accuse Michael Tait of sexual assault
Two additional men, including the founding manager of the Grammy-winning hard rock band Evanescence, have come forward with allegations of sexual assault against Christian rock singer Michael Tait. @ChristianPost_com
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Federal Trade Commission invites public to help with 'gender-affirming care' inquiry
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is seeking input from the public in its investigation into allegedly illegal claims made by the providers of body-disfiguring transgender procedures. @ChristianPost_com
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Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes. -Ephesians 6:11 NIV

World leaders, aid groups react to humanitarian crisis, competing narratives in Gaza
World leaders and humanitarian organizations have detailed efforts and new plans to get aid to people in Gaza amid reports of a humanitarian crisis and conflicting narratives between the U.N., Hamas and Israel about who is to blame. @ChristianPost_com
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Christian groups file new lawsuit seeking to stop ICE operations at church properties
A coalition of Christian groups and others filed a new lawsuit challenging the Trump administration's policy of allowing federal agents to conduct immigration enforcement operations on the properties of churches. @ChristianPost_com
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My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth. -Psalms 121:1-2 NIV

40 pastors urge Trump to crack down on abortion pills being mailed into pro-life states
Forty pastors and regional leaders within the Southern Baptist Convention have signed a letter calling on the Trump administration to crack down on individuals who mail abortion pills to states that have abortion restrictions in place.  @ChristianPost_com
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