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Franklin Graham Calls Americans to Prayer and Repentance, Warns Nation Is ‘in Trouble’

The Rev. Franklin Graham is calling on Americans to join a nationwide “time of prayer and repentance,” urging collective prayer at noon Wednesday as he warns the nation faces serious trouble.

U.S. Religious Decline Appears to Stall as Gen Z Shows Deeper Commitment
Religious affiliation in the United States appears to have stabilized after years of steady decline. The findings indicate that 62% of U.S. adults identify as Christian, while 28% report no religious affiliation.
Christian Converts in Iran Face Risk of Harsh Punishment Over Faith Activities
Several Iranian Christians sentenced for their faith have been imprisoned in recent days, with additional believers facing harsh penalties, according to Article 18 hat monitors religious freedom violations.
N.T. Wright Warns Against Denying or Obsessing Over Spiritual Evil
The earthly ministry of Jesus did not generate demonic activity but instead exposed hidden spiritual realities, said N. T. Wright during an episode of the Ask Me Anything series.

Open Doors Report Warns Christian Persecution Reaches Record Levels Worldwide

A new global report from Open Doors US indicates that Christian persecution and discrimination have reached unprecedented levels, with millions more believers facing severe pressure because of their faith. The report shows that 388 million Christians—more than one in seven worldwide—now face high levels of persecution.

Chris Tomlin Launches 2026 With New ‘Jesus Saves’ EP
Grammy Award–winning worship leader Chris Tomlin is beginning 2026 with the release of new music, unveiling theJesus SavesEP. The four-song project showcases multiple interpretations of the title track, including a studio recording, a live version, and a collaboration with the Birmingham Youth & Young Adult Fellowship Choir.
Bible Sales Surge to Record Levels in U.S. and U.K., Signaling Renewed Interest in Faith
Bible sales have reached historic highs in both the United States and the United Kingdom, according to newly released industry data, pointing to a growing appetite for printed Scripture amid cultural uncertainty. In the United States, figures compiled from Circana BookScan show that Bible sales climbed to 19 million units in 2025.
Hillsong Confirms Early Talks on Potential Hills Campus Development, Says No Plans Finalized
Hillsong Church has confirmed it is in preliminary talks about the possible future development of its Hills Campus, stressing that no final decisions or construction timeline have been set. In a statement, Hillsong acknowledged recent media attention surrounding planning approvals tied to the campus property.