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Harvest Crusade reports thousands accept Christ
The annual SoCal Harvest Crusade is reporting more people have given their lives to Christ. The event, sponsored by Harvest Christian Fellowship, reported more than 32,000 attended the crusade in person and another 47,000 viewed the event online. Pastor Greg Laurie says over 3,000 people made the decision to accept Christ as their personal Savior during the event. The crusade is in its 34th year, having hosted numerous events around the world. The church will host a baptism for new converts later in the week. According to Pastor Laurie, the crusade has been used by God to witness the Gospel to over 6 million people with over 600,000 accepting Christ.
IDF reports Update on offensive in West Bank City
Israeli Defense Forces launched a major offensive in the West Bank. The offensive stemmed from attacks on Israeli citizens that killed four men near the city of Jenine’. Seven IDF soldiers were injured last month following an attempt to arrest the suspects in the previous attack. The military reported Palestinians in the area attacked the soldiers in an attempt to protect the suspects. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had previously vowed there would be a response for the attack on citizens in the West Bank. In a recent update, however, an Israeli official reported troops have withdrawn. The official said only terror suspects were targeted in the offensive, and the Israeli military carried out this offensive only as needed. This offensive was believed to be a full-scale effort to root out terrorist factions in the area. The official called the city of Jenine’. a “sanctuary city for terror.”
Christian organization in UK wins case against bank
A Christian organization has won its case citing discrimination. Core Issue Trust, or CIT, sued Barclays Bank after the bank closed the organization’s account because of pressure from LGBT groups. The organization counsels and ministers to people who desire to leave the LGBT lifestyle. Pro-LGBT groups accused the group of conversion therapy and pressured the bank to end its business relationship with the group. CIT later sued, citing discrimination. A petition was also presented to the bank with over 70,000 signatures, demanding the bank reopen the organization’s accounts. A UK court agreed with the Christian group and ordered a settlement be reached between the two parties. The bank agreed to pay about $17,000 in damages. Attorneys at Christian Legal Centre represented Core Issue Trust. Attorneys for the group celebrated the decision and say the bank bowed to woke ideology.
SNBC HEALTH Report UPDATE: WHO declares aspartame possible carcinogen
The World Health Organization has announced it will declare aspartame as a potential health risk to consume. The announcement was made after a division within the WHO released a recent study of safety reviews of this sweetener by the group’s International Agency of Research on Cancer. The study concluded that there was a potential risk of cancer associated with the artificial sweetener. Aspartame is considered an alternative to sugar. It is found in products including cough drops, yogurt, soft drinks, and frozen desserts. The group did not report on what amount, if any, is safe to consume. The International Sweeteners Association commented on the announcement condemning the WHO branch. The organization called the IARC’s findings questionable and called aspartame one of the most thoroughly researched substances in the world. An executive from the International Council of Beverages Association also criticized the announcement. Kate Loadman called the designation a contradiction of the IARC’s previous studies. Researchers have advised consuming natural sugar options such as: date sugar, coconut sugar, agave nectar, and stevia, if you are avoiding white sugar.
Roe v. Wade - one year later
The one-year anniversary of the repeal of Roe vs. Wade was recently celebrated. Pro-life and conservative groups celebrated the anniversary of the statute being overturned. The US Supreme Court ruled in June of last year that the decision for abortion restrictions should be left up to each state. Since the overturn of the ruling several state governments have restricted abortion to under 15 weeks in most states. Several liberal state governments have made their state “sanctuary locations” and have vowed to continue to fight for what they call women’s reproductive rights. Supporters for the overturn claim 200-thousand infants were saved from abortions because of the ruling. Here is Charlotte pro-life activist report 176 babies have been saved from abortion as mothers changed their minds before entering abortion clinics.
Pro-Life counselor sues to stand in front of abortion clinic to offer counseling
A pro-life counselor says she will appeal her case to the US Supreme Court. The woman, Debra Vitagliano’s attorneys are planning to appeal to the US Supreme Court concerning a previous ruling. The case Hill vs. Colorado is at the center of the appeal. The ruling bans peaceful counseling for potential patients in front of abortion clinics. The woman says due to the current laws she can be arrested for approaching a woman who is considering an abortion. Known as the Bubble Zone, the current law requires a 100-foot zone around an abortion facility. The includes the public sidewalks in front of clinics. Attorneys for Vitagliano say Americans have the right to engage peacefully with people on public sidewalks. They added that they are hopeful the Supreme Court will take the case.
Christian group reports growth of church in Iran
Despite persecution the Body of Christ is growing in the nation of Iran. According to Open Doors International there are an estimated 1.2 million Christians in Iran. The group says it continues to grow despite threats from the Iranian government. Converts to Christianity are continuing to witness the Gospel ignoring threats of torture and jail time for sharing their faith. A pastor in that nation says that the church is growing through small house church fellowships and people sharing their faith. One Christian who escaped said she was able to secretly distribute 20-thousand Bibles to Christians in Iran before being escaping the country. The woman is asking for Christians around the world to continue praying for Christians in Iran.
SNBC Health Report: taking a multivitamin can improve your memory
A recent study found that some memory issues may occur as we age. The study found however that most memory issues cannot be blamed on aging. Researchers reported that this belief was not proven; they believe adding a multivitamin will help with memory improvement and cognitive decline. A study with Harvard Medical School and Columbia University found improvements in patients that took multivitamins. The study found patients had a better ability to recall information after one year of taking a multivitamin. The found their memories improved as the study continued. It also revealed a lower risk of heart disease and other illnesses researchers associated with taking multivitamins daily. Other nutrients that benefit cognitive health are zinc, vitamin B, vitamin D, magnesium, and omega 3 fatty acids.
US Methodist church officially splits
The US Methodist Church has officially split.
The national organization separated from the more conservative church in the US and internationally. According to reports thousands of churches have requested to leave the organization since 2019. The governing body of the organization approved of churches leaving starting in that same year, with a clause allowing them to keep their properties. The mass exit was previously appealed in the court system. A justice in that case said he could not legally make a decision on the split and that this matter should stay within the organization. The governing body of the Methodist church finally agreed to allow the conservative churches to leave this year following a vote. So far five thousand churches that were affiliated with the group have announced they will exit. The mass exodus of conservative churches stems back to the national US Methodist church allowing same sex marriage and clergy who condoned or participated in the homosexual lifestyle. The churches leaving the organization will now form the Global Methodist church or have elected to be non-denominational.
Family claims child forced to create idol for “class exercise”
A family in Ohio says their child’s religious rights were violated by a teacher. According to Benjamin and Amie Mutti their son was required to create a religious idol. The project according to the couple was assigned by the boy’s teacher without the school district’s knowledge. The teacher told her fifth grade class to create an idol based on the spiritual beliefs of the Native American Hopi tribe. The teacher then instructed the children to describe their idol known as a kachina doll and what special powers it possessed. The students were then led by their teacher to perform a ceremony in class with the dolls. The parents of the student called the act a clear violation of their child’s religious beliefs. The couple who are Messianic Jews are now being represented by the American Center for Law and Justice. Attorneys from the organization sent a letter to the Lexington School Board. The president of the school board says he would pass on the letter to the district superintendent and board. The board has not responded to attorneys for the family.
Doctor fired for refusing to use gender pronouns on fake patient during work exercise
A doctor in the UK who was fired for refusing to acknowledge a patient’s gender pronoun preference is now taking the battle to court. The doctor, David Mackereth was fired from his position at that UK’s National Health Service for refusing to acknowledge a question during a job scenario workshop. During the exercise the doctor was asked if he would address a man as “ma’am” if the patient made this request. Dr. Mackereth refused; the doctor later stated in a hearing that he was basically fired for a hypothetical situation that in no way reflected his actual job. A court later sided with the National Health Service. Mackereth’s case has since been overturned by another court. Justices in that case said the hypothetical exercise did not prove the doctor would be negligent towards the care of an actual patient. Dr. Mackereth is being represented by the Christian Legal Centre. Attorneys for the doctor will now appeal the case to the European Court of Human Rights.
SNBC Health report: how zinc benefits the body as a natural defense
According to reports zinc is one of the top supplements when it comes to building up immunity in the body. This supplement is beneficial to the human body in various ways. It contributes to wound healing, the immune system, benefits in cognitive health and helps fight against the common cold. Zinc is so important to the human body that doctors report 17 percent of people around the world are deficient in this nutrient. Supplements can be used to acquire this nutrient, but getting nutrients from food is always the best option if possible. Zinc is one of the nutrients that can be found in a variety of foods. Dairy, kale, various meats, whole grains, seafood, and eggs all contain high amounts of zinc.
SPLC labels parents’ rights organization “hate group”
The Southern Poverty Law Center has released its annual Hate and Extremism report. The report has gained criticism over the years due to it labeling conservative groups as radical. This year among other groups, the liberal watchdog group has added more controversial picks to its list. Among the over 12-hundred groups labeled a hate group, the SPLC has added Mom’s for Liberty. The group founded two years ago is a group that advocates for the rights of parents concerning the education of students in public schools. The SPLC claims the group is anti-government, and is racist because of claims they target, blacks, and LGBT groups. The SPLC claims by objecting to “inclusive curriculum” this group is proving its racist motives. The organization claims peaceful protests by the group and affiliation to the Republican party are also reasons for them being labeled an extremist, far-right group. The co-founders of Moms for Liberty released a statement calling their efforts an attempt to empower parents with children in the public school system. The statement further says, “name-calling parents who want to be a part of their child’s education further exposes what this battle is about…who fundamentally gets to decide what is taught to our kids in school parents or government employees.” Moms for Liberty says they will continue the fight for parental rights regardless of being labeled as a hate group by the Southern Poverty Law Center.
Group calls for prayer for Israel
A group recently held a prayer rally for the nation of Israel. The group called for prayer recently during a Global Day of Prayer for Israel and other nations. The group called for an organized prayer event beginning with a time of fasting. The group then participated with others in a time of prayer for Israel in the city of Jerusalem. The goal according to the group is to have millions of Christians praying for Israel. Christians from all over the world gathered in Jerusalem for the event. Mike Bickle, who organized the event says it’s important for Christians to pray for Israel now more than ever.
University Softball Team gives God praise for success
Several players on a university softball team used their platform to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ. The University of Oklahoma women’s softball team won their third national NCAA championship recently on June 8th. The team becomes the second team to win three national titles in a row. Several of the players on the team used the national spotlight to share their faith in Christ. Prior to the win members of the team were asked how they keep their joy during the softball season. Grace Lyons, the team’s captain told reporters that the only way to have joy that doesn’t fade is from the Lord. Lyons told reporters, “Any other type of joy is actually happiness that comes from circumstances and outcomes.” Several of Lyons’ teammates agreed telling reporters their joy on and off the field came from a relationship with Jesus Christ and not because of winning. The team’s head coach, Patty Gasso went on to tell reporters that God spoke to her telling her she was being given this platform to win souls, not to win games. Gasso says once she surrendered her will to the Lord the atmosphere of the team began to change. The Oklahoma Sooners Softball team beat Florida State 3-1 in the College World Series and currently holds a 53-game winning streak, an NCAA record.
SNBC Health Report: researchers warn of sweetener side effects
Researchers believe the byproduct of an artificial sweetener maybe harmful to the human body. Researchers at North Carolina State University are reporting some new information about a popular sweetener. The sugar substitute sucralose, which is found in food products here in the U.S. was recently studied at the college. Researchers found sucralose can cause damage to the body’s DNA and other issues. According to the report, researchers believe the sweetener increases the risk of cancer and may cause leaks in the lining of the intestines. The team researching the sweetener found the leak in this area of the body may lead to long term damage, such as a condition nicknamed leaky gut. This symptom could lead to the sweetener leaking into the bloodstream affecting various parts of the body. Another doctor not associated with this study found sucralose has negative effects on heart, oxygen levels, and can cause an increase of inflammation in the body. One researcher participating in the study commented that he would rather consumers just use sugar instead of sucralose because of the possible health issues over time. There are other options if you want to avoid sugar: agave nectar, honey, molasses, stevia, and date syrup are all forms of natural sweeteners.
