President makes major change for former servicemen
President Trump has promised to reinstate over eight thousand U.S. soldiers. The soldiers were dismissed from various branches of the U.S. military for refusing to take the COVID-19 shot. The soldiers will also be reinstated with full back pay the president remarked during inauguration ceremonies on January 20th. Representatives in Congress have introduced the Americans ACT. The law would require the Pentagon to get approval from Congress before requiring additional COVID mandates. The law would also include compensation for soldiers dismissed and restoration of their ranks prior to being dismissed. Those who chose not to retune will receive an honorable discharge, GI bill and healthcare benefits. Supporters praised the president for the announcement, calling it the right thing to do.
Opening Prayer eliminated from city’s meeting after bizarre & controversial prayer opening
The Tulsa City Council has announced it will eliminate Opening Prayer after a controversial invocation. The city council made the announcement following an opening invocation by a pagan priestess. The woman was invited by a then council member to give the opening prayer in November of last year. The prayer included invoking a demonic spirit and calling on a goddess of equality and sacred rage. The invocation was later rebuked by several Christian council members who called the prayer offensive. The governor of Oklahoma says the invocation was an attempt by Satan to “establish a foothold in the Sooner State.” The Tulsa city council later voted 8-1 to end the opening invocation. The former council member or the woman who did the invocation have not commented on the controversy.
Worldwide revival event calls Christians to prayer
The organizer for a worldwide event is encouraging Christians to participate in this upcoming event. Known as Gather25, the event is a call to repentance, prayer, and revival, for all Christians across the world.
The prayer event will start February 28th and conclude on March 1st. The global event will host Christians from every continent praying for 25 hours. Jennie Allen says the worldwide event to get the message of the Gospel out to every part of the Earth. Allen, who is part of the college revivals spreading across the U.S. is encouraging prayer for the event. Allen called prayer the foundation of planning the event which launches in just one month from now. She is encouraging Christians to participate by signing up to pray and live stream the event at gather25.com.
SNBC Health report: the health benefits of barley
Though it is not as popular as other grains here in the U.S., barley is a grain that possesses a number of nutrients. Barley is rich in fiber and healthy carbs. It contains eight micronutrients and supports bone health. Barley is gluten free and boosts the immune system. It also promotes a healthy metabolism. Nutritionists in studies that this grain can also assist in cholesterol control, regulating blood sugar and reducing inflammation. There are also studies that show it can assist in management of weight, digestive health and upper respiratory health. Barley can be consumed in various ways including in salads, soups, and a substitute for rice.