Skip to main content

Posts

Showing posts from August, 2023

'Thanking God Every Minute': Tropical Storm Idalia Descends on NC After Pounding FL, GA and SC

Tropical Storm Idalia is barreling through the Carolinas on its way to the Atlantic Ocean after leaving a trail of flooding and devastation throughout the Southeast. Idalia was a hurricane when it made landfall Wednesday in a remote area of Florida, where it shredded homes and submerged streets. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/v19huxP via

Tropical Storm Idalia Descends on North Carolina after Pounding Florida, Georgia and South Carolina

Tropical Storm Idalia is barreling through the Carolinas on its way to the Atlantic Ocean after leaving a trail of flooding and devastation throughout the Southeast. Idalia was a hurricane when it made landfall Wednesday in a remote area of Florida, where it shredded homes and submerged streets. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/B1jfX2u via

Idalia Projected to Hit Florida as Category 4 Hurricane with 'Catastrophic' Storm Surge

Hurricane Idalia strengthened to a dangerous Category 3 storm Wednesday morning as it steams toward Florida’s Big Bend region and threatens to unleash life-threatening storm surges and rainfall. Authorities are warning of a “catastrophic storm surge and destructive winds” when Hurricane Idalia hits Florida. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/gDFfoCE via

'No One but Jesus': God Led EWU Guard to Stop Racist Shooter from Massacring Students

An on-campus security guard at Edward Waters University, a historically black private Christian university, first encountered the man later identified as the shooter who opened fire at a Dollar General store in Jacksonville, Florida over the weekend, killing three people and turning the gun on himself.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/DEZi5RV via

As Hurricane Idalia Nears Florida, Residents Urged to Wrap up Preparations

Florida residents are evacuating from homes in low-lying areas along the Gulf Coast as forecasters predict that Tropical Storm Idalia will hit the state as a major hurricane by Wednesday. Idalia would be the first storm to hit Florida this hurricane season and a big blow to the state, which is still recovering from the devastation of Hurricane Ian almost a year ago.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/MuQW0gh via

'Joe the Plumber' Dies After Pancreatic Cancer Battle, Leaving Behind Powerful Message of Faith, Kindness

Joe Wurzelbacher, who became known as “Joe the Plumber” after bursting onto the political scene when he questioned then-presidential candidate Barack Obama during the 2008 election cycle, died Sunday after a battle with pancreatic cancer. He was 49. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/nQO6BbL via

Tropical Storm Idalia is Expected to Become a Hurricane and Move Toward Florida, Forecasters Say

Tropical Storm Idalia intensified early Monday and was expected to become a major hurricane before it reaches Florida's Gulf coast, the National Hurricane Center said Monday, warning of an increasing risk of life-threatening storm surge and dangerous hurricane-force winds in Florida as soon as late Tuesday. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/FAr1xkU via

Jacksonville Killings: What We Know about the Hate Crime

Authorities say a white man wearing a mask and brandishing a weapon with a swastika fatally shot three Black people Jacksonville, Florida, in a racist attack. The assailant opened fire Saturday at a Dollar General store in a predominantly Black neighborhood, leaving two men and one woman dead. The gunman then killed himself.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/pvixaZt via

Trump Is Facing a Lot of Legal Limbo Before the Election: What Happens if He's Convicted?

Former President Donald Trump is still the clear GOP frontrunner in the polls as the Republican Party looks to pick its candidate for the 2024 presidential election. But with the four indictments against him this year, legal questions and theories have come up from numerous political groups and pundits about whether he can even run. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/I46WPqC via

'A Terrifying Precedent': Calvary Chapel Sues CA County for Tracking Attendance of Churchgoers

A San Jose, California church still locked in a years-long legal battle with Santa Clara County officials over $1.2 million in fines for violating COVID-19 pandemic restrictions, alleges the county government conducted unconstitutional surveillance and tracked its members on the church's property using their cell phones. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/flNm02T via

This Ministry Is Pulling Couples from the 'Dumpster Fire' and Saving Their Marriages

It's no secret that the divorce rate among Christians is only slightly better than outside the church. But according to a recent study, only about 18 percent of churches nationwide have some sort of marriage ministry, leaving most Christian couples to fend for themselves. However, an organization called Communio is trying to change the way churches and Christians view the importance of strong marriages and family.   from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/tHIgOB2 via

With East Palestine Residents Suffering Toxic Spill Symptoms, Church Helps with Free Air Purifiers

Ever since the train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio, last February, the First Church of Christ has been a hub for disaster relief in the community. They've hosted medical clinics, and mental health clinics, and distributed relief supplies to the residents.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/8GCBuW5 via

Finally Free from Her ESPN Muzzle, Sage Steele Speaks Out for Women in Trans Sports Debate

After settling a free speech dispute with Disney-owned ESPN, veteran sportscaster Sage Steele is using her platform to support and protect female sports. Sage's case stems from comments she made on a popular podcast in 2021, where she voiced her disapproval of Disney's COVID vaccination policy. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/7XGr4ST via

Southern California Braces for More Floods as Tropical Storm Soaks Region From Coast to Desert

Tropical Storm Hilary drenched Southern California from the coast to inland mountains and deserts Sunday evening, prompting rescues from swollen rivers and forcing some of the nation’s largest school districts to cancel Monday classes. Millions braced for more flooding and mudslides, even as the storm began to weaken. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/ftEuTKn via

Amid Dispute Over Being 'Blindsided', Michael Oher Tells His True Story from Orphan to Overcomer

Former NFL star Michael Oher is making headlines this week with a lawsuit filed against the Tuohy family. He and the family were the subjects of the hit film "The Blind Side", but Oher is now speaking out against both on the heels of the release of his new book where he's sharing lessons learned from a lifetime of adversity. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/YaGoJVl via

Legislature Overrides Governor's Veto to Protect Kids from Irreversible Trans Procedures

A major development unfolded Wednesday in the state-by-state battle to regulate transgender medical treatments for children. The North Carolina state legislature overrode Gov. Roy Cooper's (D) veto, passing a law that prevents minors from undergoing transgender medical procedures. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/AHFRofm via

Operation Blessing-YWAM Join to Aid Maui Fire Victims: Generators, Gas Grills, Tents, Water Purifiers

Relief efforts are underway on the island of Maui in the aftermath of last week's deadly and devastating fire. One official fears the death toll could reach into the hundreds. As the community looks for help, aid agencies like CBN's Operation Blessing are ramping up their efforts to assist in this time of need. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/Tsf1CQR via

VA School District Pulls Sexually Graphic Content, Adds Books with Pro-American, Traditional Values

A conservative children's book publisher that offers an alternative to the transgender ideology that's being spread at Drag Queen Story hours in public libraries is now making books available to elementary schools across the country. But one Virginia school district is already getting pushback from some parents before the books hit the shelves, this fall.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/7hdgG1o via

Ex-NFL Player from 'The Blind Side' Says He Was Tricked and Never Adopted, Family Pushes Back

Michael Oher, the retired NFL offensive tackle whose adoption story was the focus of the 2009 motion picture The Blind Side, has alleged in a petition filed in a Tennessee court that in reality, he was never adopted by the Tuohy family. Instead, he now claims they tricked him by creating a conservatorship that benefited them.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/QBE8ICR via

2024 Candidates Descend on Iowa as Voters Question Trump’s Electability and Lead in the Polls

Presidential hopefuls descended on Iowa over the weekend for the opening days of the Iowa state fair. While President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump hold resounding leads in their primaries, voters CBN News spoke with suggested these races could be more open than polls indicate. Every four years the annual Iowa state fair turns into a destination for political tourists. People from all over the country come to meet, hear and maybe even flip a pork chop alongside candidates vying for their support in the presidential election.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/hNADEHY via

What Would You Ask Jesus? New AI Jesus App Knows the Gospel Well, but Critics Are Alarmed

If you could text Jesus a question, knowing He would immediately reply, what would you ask? What would you ask Jonah about his time in the belly of the giant fish? What would you ask King Solomon? Would you ask Daniel about his time in the lion's den? Now with the help of an AI-enhanced app, you can text Jesus and other biblical characters and receive an immediate response.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/NprfJjF via

53 People Have Died from the Maui Wildfires, Governor Says, and Historic Lahaina Has Burned Down

Hawaii Gov. Josh Green says 53 people were killed in the devastating Maui wildfires, and the death toll will likely continue to rise. Green says search and rescue operations are continuing, and officials expect it will become the state’s deadliest natural disaster since a 1961 tsunami killed 61 people on the Big Island. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/cyIh7OG via

Judge Punishes Southwest for 'Defiance' of Previous Ruling in Pro-Life Flight Attendant's Case

A U.S. District Court judge has ordered Southwest Airlines to pay the most recent legal fees of a flight attendant who says she was fired for expressing her opposition to abortion. The judge ruled the airline had "twisted" his words and disregarded his order.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/VfvnktE via

Pro-Life Pregnancy Centers Sue VT Officials for Censoring Counseling, Violating Free Speech

The National Institute of Family and Life Advocates (NIFLA) and two faith-based pregnancy care centers in Vermont have filed a federal lawsuit challenging state officials over a law the plaintiffs say restricts their free speech and their services to women for their pregnancies.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/NAgenYH via

Biden Sends Military to Help with Brutal Hawaii Fires

Follow live updates about wildfires that are racing across part of Maui in Hawaii, destroying sections of a historic town on the island and forcing some to flee to the relative safety of the ocean, where the Coast Guard rescued them. The fires forced evacuations in some areas, including the popular tourist spot of Lahaina Town.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/zKuAcNX via

God's 'Extraordinary Mission' for an 'Ordinary Woman': Museum of the Bible Honors Elisabeth Elliot

It's been almost ten years since beloved missionary, author and speaker Elisabeth Elliot passed away, and her spiritual legacy certainly lives on.  For the first time, an exhibit showcasing her life and ministry is on display at the Museum of the Bible in Washington, D.C.  It includes never before seen artifacts, photos and journals from her time as a missionary in the Ecuadorian rainforest.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/4bqtJg2 via

'Christians Stepping Up Even Bigger': New Trends in Adoption After the Fall of Roe v. Wade

In the year since the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, the talk of a federal abortion law has lessened. It is an issue that has now led to new trends in the evangelical adoption arena.  Before the historic court action, statistics showed Christians already more likely to adopt than other Americans. Now they are stepping up at an even bigger rate to grow their families and help children in need. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/E7pLts2 via

'The Earth Cries Out Unto God': Defeating Addiction and Finding God's Goodness on the Mountain

Mountain climbing is one of the most dangerous activities in the world. The risks of injury or death are high, and even experienced climbers can be caught off guard by the elements. But for Kent Johnson, mountain climbing has been more than just a dangerous hobby. It's also been a lifeline, helping him to overcome a mountain of addiction. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/k3Inp9d via

Capacity Crowd Attends Kirk Cameron's AL Library Event, Hundreds More Follow at Local Church

Kirk Cameron's "See You at the Library" event that was initially canceled by Huntsville-Madison County Public Library System in Alabama – but then was allowed to proceed at the public library on Saturday – was a huge success, according to multiple media reports.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/UsEx4zI via

Concerns Rise about Advanced Age of Politicians after Capitol Hill Health Incidents

The Constitution explicitly states you must be a minimum of 35-years-old to run for the presidency or a U.S. Senate seat, and 25-years-old to run for Congress. Yet, no boundaries exist for a maximum age to hold office, and while the majority of Americans currently believe that should change, there are few options to address rising concerns. 2024 Republican Presidential Candidate Nikki Haley told CBN News last November, "Let's face it : we've got a lot of people in leadership positions who are old." Haley believes politicians should undergo some sort of health screening, regardless of party.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/4Zmvxnl via

'We've Been Inundated': Anti-Trafficking Advocates Build Off 'Sound of Freedom' Momentum

The "Sound of Freedom" has passed $155 million in box office ticket sales, outgrossing big-budget competitors and becoming the surprise hit of the summer. All this despite early criticism of the movie by detractors who mislabeled it "Q-anon adjacent" and called out the politics of star Jim Caviezel.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/B4x7m9M via

Devon Archer Bombshell Testimony; Joe Biden Was 'The Brand' Used to Send 'Signals' of Power, Access, and Influence

In bombshell testimony, Devon Archer, a former business partner of  Hunter Biden, told congressional investigators that Hunter used his father, then-Vice President Joe Biden, to help a family "brand" that brought "value" to foreign clients who were seeking influence in Washington.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/N1hrvsL via

Hawaii's Jesus Revolution: 2,000 Salvations in 7 Years at Greg Laurie's Church on Maui

By now, you've likely heard of Pastor Greg and Cathe Laurie thanks to Jesus Revolution, the film that wowed theatergoers and is now showing on Netflix. What you may not know is that, in addition to their L.A.-based church, they lead a congregation in beautiful Maui called Kumulani Chapel. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/SX1gqHT via

Federal Court Smacks Down Satanic Temple in Ruling Over Prayer

Ain’t nobody got time for Satan. A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed by The Satanic Temple against the City of Boston, ruling the city council did not discriminate against the group by refusing to grant its request to deliver an invocation at a recent weekly meeting, according to the Boston Herald. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/qkUZ8xr via

DC Grand Jury Indicts Trump on Charges for Actions Challenging 2020 Election Results

A grand jury commissioned by the Biden Justice Department has indicted Former President Donald Trump, the leading presidential candidate in the 2024 campaign, on charges of conspiracy and obstruction involving his actions to challenge the results of the 2020 elections. Special Prosecutor Jack Smith's office confirmed the indictments. The 45th president is charged with conspiracy to defraud the United States, conspiracy to obstruct an official proceeding, obstruction of and attempt to obstruct an official proceeding, and conspiracy against rights. Trump Attorney John Lauro said the indictment is evidence political speech has been criminalized. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/eUZ4gcJ via