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Christians going to Washington and speaking out for political causes is nothing new. But Samuel Rodriguez's urgent plea to Congress is raising eyebrows and taking on an intensely controversial topic.

This is a story about how Louisiana lawmakers are fighting back against the censorship on college campuses. Listen and find out what this means for your religious freedoms and for freedom of speech in America.

A well-known leader in the United Pentecostal Church passed away late last week. Now people from across the country are mourning with his church and his family.

Would Jesus go to Bonnaroo? That's the question one ministry is asking ahead of one of the largest music festivals in the world. But this ministry has found Bonnaroo a surprisingly fertile ground for the gospel.

Since 2012, a Christian baker from Colorado has been in an intense legal battle regarding religious freedom. On Monday morning, the Supreme Court officially ruled on the case. Listen to find out more about this decision.

This is a story about the flames of revival that are swirling in Tennessee right now. God took a drunk preacher’s kid and turned him into a preacher of righteousness. Find out why this revival just won’t seem to stop.

This is a story about a volcano that erupted in Guatemala on Monday. The death toll rose to 69 on Tuesday as family members search desperately for their missing loved ones. Tune in to learn how you can pray.

The tragic saga of Paige Patterson seemed to end two weeks ago, with news he's be quietly retired to theologian-in-residence status and retain ongoing compensation from the school. But last week the executive committee of his Baptist seminary vote to terminate him immediately and suspend all benefits. Listen to the rest of the story.

A Republican governor expected a court challenge when she signed a bill into law in early May outlawing abortion after a fetal heartbeat is detected. Now she's getting one, thanks to abortion advocates like Planned Parenthood.

This is a sad but inspiring story about a pastor whose wife and son were murdered by a congregation member. The intense heartache drove Pastor Les Ferguson away from ministry at first. But it couldn’t stop God’s love from healing this pastor’s soul.

This is a story about how the U.S. Supreme Court upheld a pro-life law in Arkansas! Planned Parenthood, of course, is not thrilled with the decision.

Persecution is sadly on the rise for Christians. Religiously-motivated violence is spiking to all-time highs in one Middle Eastern country.    

This is a story about what many are calling a huge step forward in bridging the divide between Jews and Christians. For the first time ever, a Jewish-Christian political party will participate in Israel's election. 

Thousands of youth gathered at a Christian conference over the weekend to worship the Lord together and hear from great speakers. But this youth revival also set a world record—one you’d probably never expect. Find out more when you listen now.

This is a tragic story about a former megachurch pastor who was killed in a horrific head-on collision on Memorial Day. Learn more about how you can be praying for this heartbroken family.

Ramadan is one of the most important holidays for the religion of Islam. But missionaries report that Ramadan finds Muslim more open than ever to Christ. Find out why by listening now.

Vacation Bible School, or VBS, is a staple of summer for many Christian families. But they're not the only ones. According to a recent study, even unchurched Americans love VBS. Listen to find out more.

A Southwest commercial plane was forced to make a dramatic emergency landing in Philadelphia after an engine blew mid-flight. But the real credit for this safe landing is going to God. Find out what happened by clicking the play button.

This is a story about a Pentecostal pastor whose church was attacked by terrorists last Sunday. A family of suicide bombers attacked three churches that day, killing 12 people. Play to hear this pastor’s words.

This is a story about 14 priests who have recently been suspended over what the Catholic Church is calling “improper conduct.” In light of recent sexual abuse scandals, could this move deepen the crisis? Listen to find out.

A major Southern Baptist leader found himself in trouble over the last couple months for problematic comments about women, including seemingly sanctioning abuse and objectifying teenagers. But new reports have come out, and the situation has only gotten worse for him. Find out more.

Over the weekend, 20 evangelical pastors were tragically killed in a plane crash in Cuba. Find out what happened and why they were in Cuba.

This is a story about how Cindy Jacobs, Todd White and Daniel Kolenda helped launch a historic Global Evangelist Alliance in South Africa last week. Kolenda is excited for what God is going to do next. Listen for more.

A recent volcanic eruption in Hawaii has forced many Hawaiians to evacuate their homes. But God placed missionaries nearby who were able to help minister to them in their time of need. Listen to find out More.

This is a story about a new bill circulating in the California Legislature that some Christians are fighting to get rid of. Several formerly gay believers at Bethel Church in Redding have also joined the spiritual fight. Here's what they're doing.