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Protesters Stormed a Church. Now States Are Criminalizing Worship Disruptions.

Stephanie Martin — Sat, 30 May 2026 00:44:21 +0000

The large protest that erupted inside a Minnesota church earlier this year led to high-profile arrests and federal charges, and it also prompted tougher legislation. Lawmakers in several states have moved to tighten penalties for disrupting worship services. Idaho, Louisiana, Oklahoma and Kansas have enacted laws to protect churches and other houses of worship from […]

Free Preschool Bible Lesson: God Chooses David as King

ChildrensMinistry.com — Fri, 29 May 2026 22:54:12 +0000

In this preschool Bible lesson, kids hear how God chose David to be the new king and discover that what’s inside our hearts matters most to God.

5 Keys To Open Up Faith-Building at Home

ChildrensMinistry.com — Fri, 29 May 2026 22:18:21 +0000

Church leaders need these five keys to open up faith-building at home. Use these to help parents pass on their faith to their children.

Why ZOEgirl’s Alisa Childers Says the ‘Testify to Love’ Controversy Is a ‘Wake-Up Call’ for Christian Artists

Jessica Mouser — Fri, 29 May 2026 21:15:20 +0000

Alisa Childers says the rerelease of “Testify to Love,” which is being embraced as a queer anthem, is a wake-up call for Christian artists.

What Would Jonathan Roumie of ‘The Chosen’ Be Doing If Jesus Returned Tonight?

Jesse T. Jackson — Fri, 29 May 2026 14:54:07 +0000

ChurchLeaders asked Jonathan Roumie of "The Chosen" what he would be doing if he knew the date of Jesus’ return.

‘James Talarico Couldn’t Be More Wrong!’—Franklin Graham Slams Democratic Candidate’s Biblical Abortion Belief

Jesse T. Jackson — Fri, 29 May 2026 14:40:21 +0000

Franklin Graham slammed Texas Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico for saying the Bible is “silent” when it comes to abortion.

6 Traits of a Church Disrupter (And How to Respond)

Thom Rainer — Thu, 28 May 2026 23:13:12 +0000

The church disrupter is just that. He creates disunity in the church. He disrupts the outward focus of the church. And he disrupts the plans of church leadership.

9 Reasons Your Congregation Has Stopped Singing (And How to Fix It)

Kenny Lamm — Thu, 28 May 2026 21:55:59 +0000

Singing worship can be challenging. People around the world are sadly changing their church’s worship (often unintentionally) into a spectator event, as evidenced by the lack of singing worship from the congregation. Here's what's going on.

Nate Bargatze Tells Theo Von the Advantages of Clean Comedy

Stephanie Martin — Thu, 28 May 2026 21:26:17 +0000

Comedian Nate Bargatze spoke to podcaster Theo Von about why Bargatze doesn’t curse in his acts and how that makes him more creative.

7 Sexual Boundaries Every Pastor Must Know (And Protect)

Joe McKeever — Thu, 28 May 2026 21:07:00 +0000

Here are 7 boundaries for pastors to avoid being snared in lust traps.

Annie F. Downs Explores Faith, Fear, Money, and More in New Wonder Project Series ‘I Gotta Ask’

Jesse T. Jackson — Thu, 28 May 2026 19:46:13 +0000

Best-selling author Annie F. Downs is bringing spiritually rich, conversation-driven storytelling to a new series, “I Gotta Ask.”

‘I See God in All of This’—Sevendust Guitarist Clint Lowery Reflects on Recent Tour

Jesse T. Jackson — Thu, 28 May 2026 18:33:31 +0000

Sevendust guitarist Clint Lowery continues to point people to Jesus, this time praising God for fulfilling him when nothing else could.

25 Bible Verses About Strength (With Practical Ways to Apply Each One)

Staff — Thu, 28 May 2026 17:31:20 +0000

We all know what it feels like to run low. Whether it’s the grind of ministry leadership, the weight of a personal crisis, the slow erosion of a hard season, there are moments when our own reserves simply aren’t enough. Scripture doesn’t pretend otherwise. What the Bible does offer is something better than a pep […]

Point of Grace and Nichole Nordeman Praise Michael Passons’ LGBTQ+ Affirming ‘Testify to Love’ Rerelease

Jesse T. Jackson — Thu, 28 May 2026 16:48:41 +0000

Former Avalon singers Michael Passons and Melissa Greene recruited country singer Ty Herndon to rerecord the hit song “Testify to Love.”

‘Why Do You Have To Be Christian?’—Lauren Daigle Reflects on Pressures of Being a Christian Artist With Mainstream Appeal

Dale Chamberlain — Thu, 28 May 2026 16:27:47 +0000

Lauren Daigle recently reflected on the pressure of being a Christian artist who also appeals to secular audiences.

Podcaster Alisa Childers: ‘I Have Zero Issue’ With Albert Mohler’s View on Women Explaining a Sermon on a Podcast

Jessica Mouser — Wed, 27 May 2026 20:47:25 +0000

Podcaster Alisa Childers said she has “zero issue” with Dr. Albert Mohler’s view that a woman should not expound on a sermon in a podcast.

Raise Your Church’s Capacity: 3 Moves To Make Now

Gary J. Moritz — Wed, 27 May 2026 19:56:16 +0000

The question is not how do you work harder to increase your church's capacity. The question is how do you stop being the bottleneck.

Ainsley Earhardt Opens Up About Faith, Her New Children’s Book, and Raising a Daughter: ‘Please Pray That She Knows the Lord’

Jesse T. Jackson — Wed, 27 May 2026 19:42:00 +0000

Fox & Friends co-host Ainsley Earhardt says her Christian faith and love for America were inspirations behind her new children’s book.

Church Compensation: 5 Legal and Tax Issues Every Church Leader Needs To Understand

Church Law & Tax — Wed, 27 May 2026 19:16:23 +0000

Setting compensation for pastors and staff isn't just a budgeting exercise. These decisions have legal, tax, and governance consequences.

Ben Sasse’s Daughter Writes Moving Tribute to Her Terminally Ill Dad

Stephanie Martin — Wed, 27 May 2026 18:45:01 +0000

Alex Sasse, the middle child of Melissa and Ben Sasse, reflected on her upbringing in a moving tribute to her parents.

Prophet Rips Out Bible Page, Tells Teen To Eat It During Church Conference

Jesse T. Jackson — Wed, 27 May 2026 17:12:12 +0000

Rock Church pastors David and Kyong Chisholm held a three-day prophetic conference during which prophet Kevin Leal ripped a page from a Bible and fed it to a teenage boy.

‘Reckless’ Typo Turned Cory Asbury’s New Worship Song Into a ‘Heavenly Coup’

Dale Chamberlain — Wed, 27 May 2026 17:00:05 +0000

Christian songwriter Cory Asbury briefly came under fire after a typo created confusion as to the meaning behind his latest song.

Chris Pratt’s 9 Rules for Life (and the One That Hits Hardest)

Megan Briggs — Tue, 26 May 2026 21:08:48 +0000

Chris Pratt shares 9 rules for life with young people. Check out his advice for teens!

Beth Moore: To Object to a Woman ‘Discussing a Sermon’ on a Podcast Is ‘Beyond Scripture’

Jessica Mouser — Tue, 26 May 2026 21:06:45 +0000

Dr. Albert Mohler is facing backlash—including from ministry leaders such as Beth Moore—after objecting to a woman sharing sermon insights on a podcast.

‘Jesus-Level Technologies’—Elon Musk Promotes Neuralink’s Scientific ‘Miracles’

Stephanie Martin — Tue, 26 May 2026 20:17:33 +0000

Elon Musk discussed Neuralink’s potential in biblical terms at the Samson International Smart Mobility Summit.

‘I Am Tired’—Discernment Podcaster Mike Winger Taking 3-Month Sabbatical and Writing a Book

Jesse T. Jackson — Tue, 26 May 2026 19:41:49 +0000

Christian YouTuber and Bible teacher Mike Winger recently announced he would be taking a “long overdue” three-month sabbatical starting in June.

Most U.S. Pastors Don’t Believe Tithing Is a Biblical Mandate

Dale Chamberlain — Tue, 26 May 2026 18:40:55 +0000

Recent research conducted by Barna has found that only a minority of Christian pastors believe that tithing (giving 10% of one’s income to the local church) is a biblical mandate.

7 Signs Your Church Will Never Change (And What to Do About It)

Carey Nieuwhof — Tue, 26 May 2026 17:45:08 +0000

Most effective churches change constantly. But effective churches never change the mission or the message (those are eternal).

Albert Mohler Says Woman Answering Sermon Questions on Church Podcast Is a ‘Problem’

Jesse T. Jackson — Fri, 22 May 2026 20:43:11 +0000

Theologian Dr. Albert Mohler believes that a woman appearing on a podcast to answer questions related to a church’s sermons is a “problem.”

Stephen Colbert Calls Death a ‘Dispersion of the Self Into Some Other, Greater Being’

Stephanie Martin — Fri, 22 May 2026 20:36:57 +0000

On May 20, professed Catholic Stephen Colbert gave his thoughts on what happens after we die, drawing criticism from Christians.

Bryce Crawford Tells Shawn Ryan the Burning Man Festival and FurryCon Were Darker Than The Satanic Temple

Jesse T. Jackson — Fri, 22 May 2026 18:25:46 +0000

Bryce Crawford shared with Shawn Ryan that some of the darkest places he has evangelized include the Burning Man Festival and FurryCon.

Jordan Peterson Dealing With Akathisia Amid ‘Hellish’ Year, Daughter Mikhaila Reveals

Jessica Mouser — Fri, 22 May 2026 17:34:53 +0000

In an update on Dr. Jordan Peterson, Mikhaila Peterson Fuller revealed an explanation for the neurological symptoms her dad has been battling.

‘Far More Than a Film to Me’—Mel Gibson Reflects on ‘The Resurrection of the Christ’ as Filming Wraps and Release of Part 2 Is Moved to 2028

Dale Chamberlain — Fri, 22 May 2026 17:14:33 +0000

Lionsgate and Icon Productions have announced that principal photography has been completed "The Resurrection of the Christ.”

Kyle Busch, Future NASCAR Hall of Famer and Outspoken Christian, Dies at 41

Jesse T. Jackson — Fri, 22 May 2026 13:42:36 +0000

On Thursday, May 21, future NASCAR Hall of Famer Kyle Busch died at the age of 41 after experiencing a “severe illness.”

How God Answered Kevin James’ Prayers When James Fasted 40 Days for His Daughter

Jessica Mouser — Thu, 21 May 2026 20:45:49 +0000

Kevin James shared with Siobhan Fallon Hogan that he fasted and prayed for his daughter’s health for 40 days and saw incredible answers to prayer.

‘I’m Not Being Fed’ and Other Ridiculous Christian Complaints

Brian Jones — Thu, 21 May 2026 20:09:27 +0000

If forced to make the decision, our church from day one has decided that we will offend the self-seeking Christian before the spiritually seeking non-Christian. I personally believe you can only strategically choose to offend either the self-seeking Christian or the spiritually seeking non-Christian.

‘Joni Lamb Was All About God,’ President Trump Shares During Memorial Service

Jesse T. Jackson — Thu, 21 May 2026 20:06:23 +0000

President Donald Trump spoke by way of prerecorded video at the memorial service of Joni Lamb on Monday, May 18.

Little Boy Packs a Bag to Visit His Dad in Heaven

Bri Lamm — Thu, 21 May 2026 19:32:25 +0000

Ashley Irwin of Texas has a little boy who is melting hearts across TikTok after packing his bags to go visit his dad in heaven.

10 Things This Worship Leader Stopped Doing — and Congregational Singing Got Louder

Scott Connell — Thu, 21 May 2026 19:05:26 +0000

In one year, this congregation sings louder, more heartily, and more of them sing.

Jordan Peterson Says Life Is Not About Happiness. John Piper Disagrees — Sort Of.

Jessica Mouser — Thu, 21 May 2026 17:38:03 +0000

Pastor John Piper addressed Dr. Jordan Peterson's perspective on happiness and meaning in a recent episode of the “Ask Pastor John” podcast. In it, Piper generally agreed with Peterson’s view based on Peterson’s own definitions but argued that the Bible presents a fundamentally different outlook.

Joni Lamb Honored During Memorial Service by Husband and Daughters; Son Who Alleged Abuse Cover-Up Gives Social Media Tribute

Jesse T. Jackson — Thu, 21 May 2026 17:38:00 +0000

On Monday, May 18, a crowd gathered together to celebrate the life of Joni Lamb, president and cofounder of Daystar Television Network.

David Platt’s McLean Bible Church Faces Renewed Legal Fight After Appeals Court Ruling

Dale Chamberlain — Thu, 21 May 2026 16:59:24 +0000

McLean Bible Church's legal dispute with former members continues after an appellate court overruled a decision to dismiss the case.

‘I Was Just in Awe’—John Piper Reflects on Ben Sasse’s Answer to Hypothetical Skeptic

Jessica Mouser — Thu, 21 May 2026 04:24:33 +0000

Dr. John Piper said he was in “awe” of a response former Sen. Ben Sasse gave in a recent interview with the New York Times' Ross Douthat.

Can You Be Happy in Heaven Knowing Someone Is in Hell?

Randy Alcorn — Thu, 21 May 2026 03:01:55 +0000

Many people have lost loved ones who didn’t know Christ. Some people argue that people in Heaven won’t know Hell exists. But this would make Heaven’s joy dependent on ignorance, which is nowhere taught in Scripture.

Why Lucas Black Stepped Away from Hollywood’s “Agenda” to Champion Faith and Fatherhood

Jessica Mouser — Thu, 21 May 2026 02:32:00 +0000

“There’s a definite agenda” in Hollywood to attack Christian and family values, says Lucas Black, who has starred in “NCIS: New Orleans” and “The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift.” Black pursued his newest film, “Legacy Peak,” in order to point people to Jesus and present a positive view of manhood.

Beth Moore on Cremation, God’s Silence, and Holding Fast to Faith

Jessica Mouser — Thu, 21 May 2026 02:01:54 +0000

At a Living Proof Live event this past weekend, author and Bible teacher Beth Moore exhorted attendees to persevere in holding on to the confession of their faith in Jesus amid a culture that is increasingly chaotic. Moore also took audience questions, some lighthearted and some heavy.

Allie Beth Stuckey Criticizes LGBTQ+ Affirming ‘Testify to Love’ Rerelease

Jesse T. Jackson — Wed, 20 May 2026 23:00:27 +0000

On Monday, Allie Beth Stuckey dedicated the first segment of her podcast to discussing the rerelease of Avalon’s hit “Testify to Love."

Tim Ross Defends His Controversial ‘Stripper’ Sermon Metaphor on Lecrae’s Podcast

Jessica Mouser — Wed, 20 May 2026 22:41:56 +0000

Pastor Tim Ross addressed the viral outrage over his controversial "stripper" sermon metaphor in an appearance on “The Deep End With Lecrae.”

23 Famous People You Didn’t Know Were Christians

Stephanie Martin — Wed, 20 May 2026 22:36:19 +0000

Something is shifting in our culture. More celebrities, singers, and pro athletes are talking about their faith. Christians in the spotlight no longer keep Jesus to themselves. Faith seems to be everywhere, from a champion’s post-game prayer to a sitcom psychiatrist’s memoir. Some people in this list are lifelong believers. Others converted to Christianity after […]

Former Exodus International President Alan Chambers Arrested for Solicitation of Minor

Stephanie Martin — Wed, 20 May 2026 19:53:41 +0000

Alan Chambers, former head of Exodus International, was arrested in a sting operation near Orlando, Florida, on Tuesday (May 19).