It was a stunning Saturday in California’s Huntington Beach, where record history was created as more than 7,750 people were baptized at what organizers are referring to as America’s largest single-day water baptism. The baptismal event, called Baptize California, was over 30,000 strong as people saw a flood of God’s great work. Dawn and then
The image of Jesus beaten, mocked, and scourged is one that brings most of us to our knees in sorrow—and respect. We hear the words, “Jesus was given 39 lashes,” somewhat as a fact chimed in songs and sermons. But have you ever paused to ask: Did Jesus actually get 39 lashes? And what does
Is it emotional pain: grief, rejection, heartbreak, betrayal, depression, and even anxiety. In those moments, words are not adequate. But the Psalms speak to our silent suffering and guide us toward healing and hope. King David and other psalmists didn’t hide their pain from God. Instead, they poured it out honestly in prayer—and found comfort,
Anxiety is something we’ve all gone through in life – maybe fear of tomorrow, financial crisis, illness, or some personal crisis. Sometimes it feels in those moments like peace would be impossible. Yet, God’s promises are firm and solid, aimed right at our anxious hearts. Held in our hands, these truths become that anchor in
One of the greatest gifts God provides us with is something we often take for granted — our health and wellbeing. It’s easy to overlook just how precious this gift is until sickness comes into our lives. I’ve heard a number of people say when we’re ill, “If you have your health, you have everything.”
When life feels heavy and the weight of the world rests on your shoulders, it’s easy to feel like you’re sinking. The days can blur into nights, your heart can grow weary, and your spirit may feel drained. Hopelessness has a way of creeping in silently—it feeds on our fears, magnifies our failures, and whispers
Have you been under attack by worry in recent times? Maybe you’ve experienced the quiet grip of fear or been overwhelmed by surprise onslaughts of panic. If so, take comfort: you’re not alone. Anxiety is spreading, affecting millions across the globe — and for many, it’s a chronic condition. On such a day as this,
A United Airlines flight destined for Canada was diverted on an emergency basis to Denver International Airport when fire was seen erupting from one of its engines—initiated, incredibly, by a rabbit. United Airlines Flight UA2325 had only left Denver for Edmonton when passengers and staff were startled by a deafening explosion. A short while later,
Diplomatic relations between the United States and Iran are brewing again with tensions as Tehran delivered a clear message to Washington on what it sees as conflicting and changing demands in the nuclear talks. The threat has implications of possibly dissembling the talks, which were already hanging by a thread. If these talks fall apart,
In a sudden outburst of hostilities between the U.S. government and the intellectual class, former President Donald Trump had a blistering diatribe at Harvard University this week, terming the Ivy League institution a “joke” and demanding it has its federal research grants terminated and tax-exempt status revoked. Taking to his Truth Social platform, Trump lashed
Imagine being a U.S. citizen — born here, raised here — and one day, without warning or a fair trial, you’re shipped off to a foreign prison. Sounds like a dystopian nightmare, right? That’s the same question immigration activists and constitutional law experts are grappling with after former President Donald Trump floated a remarkable idea
President Donald Trump remains adamant that his policy of tariffs is paying dividends and ultimately will be in his country’s, as well as the remainder of the world’s, best interest – even as China escalates the trade war by raising tariffs on American products to 125%. Global financial markets reacted with pandemonium. Stock markets careened
Elon Musk has long made a name for himself on grand ideas, sweeping statements, and an apparently magical ability to dominate headlines. But beneath the fireworks and hype is a pattern that’s becoming increasingly difficult to ignore: a chronic over-promising and under-delivering habit. That reputation is now spilling over from the tech industry into the
At 63, I’m the youngest of four siblings. Most people imagine the youngest child as the one doted on or spared the family struggles, but that couldn’t be further from my reality. We were raised in hell—our father was a drinker and a pack rat, and my parents were both emotionally and physically abusive to
With nuclear talks to be held in Oman, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has stated that Tehran will agree to sign a new accord with the United States – although on cautious and conditional terms. In an opinion piece in The Washington Post, Araghchi declared Iran “prepared to engage in good faith and with an
