Israel prepares to invade Rafah (located in Gaza Strip area)
The nation of Israel has positioned their forces to invade Rafah. The area located near the Egyptian border and the Gaza Strip, is the last known stronghold of Hamas. Hamas officials claimed they have accepted a ceasefire deal, but Israeli officials noted the deal they accepted was not on the table and the announcement is an attempt to gain sympathy from the public. Israel’s government has vowed to wipe out the terrorist group following their attack on Israel on October 7th of last year. Since Israel’s offensive against Hamas began, Antisemitism and hatred towards Israel has grown around the world. The Prime Minister of Israel, Benjamin Netanyahu has vowed that they will not stop until Hamas is destroyed.
Israel is the only democratic nation in the Middle East and has been continuously threatened by terrorists and enemy nations that want Israel destroyed. Iran recently attacked the capital of Jerusalem and has vowed revenge for Israel’s attacks against Hamas. Israel’s government has vowed that it will continue to protect the nation and its citizens. (SNBC NEWS NOTE) The nation of Israel’s military forces has issued warnings in various areas for citizens to flee the area. Some citizens have refused while others are being manipulated by Hamas (who use citizens as human shields) SNBC NEWS will update you as this situation continues to develop.
Pastor thanks God after miraculous interview in attempted shooting
A pastor in Pennsylvania is giving God praise after a security breach during Sunday morning service.
The incident was captured on the church’s livestream. According to witnesses, and Pastor Glen Germany a man approached the pulpit and attempted to shoot the pastor. The gun jammed as the man proceeded to try again. The man was quickly tackled by a deacon in the church and other church members. According to the pastor he spotted the man earlier prior to the beginning of his sermon and saw him approach as he began. Pastor Germany later spoke to the man as he was arrested. The pastor says the man, who was dealing with mental illness and demonic possession, says the voices in his head told him to walk into the church and kill the pastor. The man is being held on attempted murder charges and is suspected in the murder of a family member found in his home later that day. Pastor Germany says he spoke with the man and forgave him for the attempted shooting. Germany says he is grateful to God for protecting him and to his church members for their quick action to subdue the man.
Church reports large outpouring of God’s spirit
A Church in Tampa Florida is giving praise to God following a large outpouring for baptism. The church, Grace Family Church in Tampa, Florida is reporting a major praise report adding to the ongoing stories of revival across the U.S. The church held their Resurrection Sunday service at the Tampa Bay Buccaneers football stadium instead of their church building in order to invite as many people as they could to Sunday morning service. 30-thousand people showed up to hear the message of the Gospel. Following the offer of salvation, 12-hundred people accepted Christ as their Savior. The church later held a baptism ceremony at a local beach; over 900 people were baptized, this included people on the beach who walked up and asked to know more about Jesus and to be baptized as well. The church is giving God praise for the outpouring of His spirit; an associate pastor with Grace Family Church says people, especially young people are hungry for the true Gospel of Jesus Christ and added a wave of revival is coming.
SNBC HEALTH report: The power of social interactions on the human body
The Bible says in Hebrews 10:25 (Amplified version) not forsaking our meeting together [as believers for worship and instruction], as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another; and all the more [faithfully] as you see the day [of Christ’s return] approaching. According to research it’s important to take this passage to heart concerning your spiritual and physical health. The US Surgeon General reported there are health consequences associated with loneliness. According to Dr. Vivek Murthy loneliness can cause stress; stress can lead to other issues including heart disease, stroke, or cognitive health issues, such as dementia. Dr. Nicole Saphier reports that loneliness can also be contributed to how much time we spend on smartphones. Dr. Saphier encourages people to put down smart devices and make deeper face to face connections with people. The CDC reports people with social bonds have a 50 percent increase in survival rates compared to those with limited social connections. Having social connections decreases the rate of stress, anxiety, depression, promotes a healthier lifestyle, and improves sleep. Social connections can also reduce the risk of mental health issues and chronic diseases.