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• Afternoon Ponderings ~12.26.24 December 26, 2024
  Philippians 4:13
  Deborah Ann Belka
• Snippet of The Day ~12.26.24~ December 26, 2024
  Click On Link Below To Read Full Poem Strength Everlasting
  Deborah Ann Belka
• Good Morning Quote ~12.26.24~ December 26, 2024
  Deborah Ann Belka
• Sticky Note To God ~12.26.24 December 26, 2024
  2 Samuel 22:33
  Deborah Ann Belka
• Sticky Note From God ~12.25.24 ~ December 26, 2024
  2 Corinthians 9:15
  Deborah Ann Belka
• #throwbackpoem ~ Rejoice This CHRISTmas Day ~ December 26, 2024
  Unto us a Son was given,~ Rejoice this CHRISTmas day ~a gift from God to you and Ithe Truth, the Truth, the Way. To the world a Savior’s born,~ Rejoice this CHRISTmas day ~He fills the soul’s hunger painthe Bread, the Light, the Way. To every heart bound in sin,~ Rejoice this CHRISTmas day ~the […]
  Deborah Ann Belka
• Afternoon Ponderings ~12.25.24 December 25, 2024
  John 1:14
  Deborah Ann Belka
• Snippet of The Day ~12.25.24~ December 25, 2024
  Click On Link Below To Read Full Poem Happy Birthday Jesus
  Deborah Ann Belka
• Good Morning Quote ~12.25.24~ December 25, 2024
  Deborah Ann Belka
• Sticky Note To God ~12.25.24 December 25, 2024
  Matthew 1:25
  Deborah Ann Belka

DAILY CHRISTIAN NEWS

WORLD CHRISTIAN NEWS

• Sudan: Religious Freedom Largely Vanished Since Onset of Civil War, Another Church Bombed
  Since their power struggle launched Sudan’s current civil war in April 2023, the Sudanese National Army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) have destroyed the tentative steps that were taken toward securing religious freedom after the ousting of dictator Omar al-Bashir in 2019, Open Doors reports. The post Sudan: Religious Freedom Largely Vanished Since […]
• German Christians in Mourning Over Christmas Market Attack
  Christian churches in Germany are mourning with the loved ones of those who lost their lives or suffered injuries during the terrorist attack on a Christmas market in the eastern German city of Magdeburg on Friday, Christian Daily International (CDI) reports. The post German Christians in Mourning Over Christmas Market Attack appeared first on Worthy […]
• Congo (DRC): 60 New Believers to Be Baptized in Christmas Day Service, “A Christmas Miracle”
  A beacon of light and hope in a country devastated by war, dozens of newly Christian believers were to be baptized at a special Christmas Day service in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Christian Today (CT) reports. The post Congo (DRC): 60 New Believers to Be Baptized in Christmas Day Service, “A Christmas Miracle” […]
• Vietnam: Christians Arrested Ahead of Christmas, “Following Jesus Can Bring Intense Hostility”
  Multiple ethnic Montagnard Christian leaders in Vietnam’s Central Highlands region were arrested on December 21 after they began preparing to celebrate Christmas and led congregations in unauthorized worship services, International Christian Concern (ICC) reports. The post Vietnam: Christians Arrested Ahead of Christmas, “Following Jesus Can Bring Intense Hostility” appeared first on Worthy Christian News.
• Sudan: Abused Christian Mother Stands Firm in New Faith
  A Sudanese refugee and Christian mother whose husband stabbed her for leaving Islam and putting her faith in Christ is reported to be standing firm in her new faith despite her family’s ongoing hostility and the challenge of living in a camp for displaced people, Morning Star News (MSN) reports. The post Sudan: Abused Christian […]
• Nigeria: Christian Woman Acquitted After Imprisonment for Alleged Blasphemy
  A Christian woman who was jailed in northern Nigeria’s Bauchi state in 2022 for allegedly insulting Islam was acquitted last week, Morning Star News (MSN) reported on December 20. The post Nigeria: Christian Woman Acquitted After Imprisonment for Alleged Blasphemy appeared first on Worthy Christian News.
• Jailed Church of Iran Leader Released
  A leader of the Church of Iran, one of the Islamic Republic’s largest evangelical house church movements, was free Monday after being released from Minab prison in Hormozgan province in southern Iran, Christians told Worthy News. The post Jailed Church of Iran Leader Released appeared first on Worthy Christian News.
• Hundreds of Christians Flee Papua Violence
  Hundreds of displaced Christian residents will likely celebrate Christmas outside their homes in an area of Indonesia's conflict-stricken easternmost Papua province unless Indonesian security forces withdraw there, a bishop says. The post Hundreds of Christians Flee Papua Violence appeared first on Worthy Christian News.
• Sudan Christians In Crossfire; Prayers Urged
  With Christmas approaching, Christians urged prayers for their community in war-stricken Sudan, saying they are in the crossfire as a bishop and a pastor were among those being attacked. The post Sudan Christians In Crossfire; Prayers Urged appeared first on Worthy Christian News.
• Gunmen Attack Church In Syria; Suspects Detained
  Christians expressed concern Thursday about the rapidly deteriorating security situation in Syria, a day after gunmen attacked an Orthodox church in the west-central city of Hama following other anti-Christian incidents. The post Gunmen Attack Church In Syria; Suspects Detained appeared first on Worthy Christian News.

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• IDF officer killed in combat in northern Gaza December 26, 2024
  Maj. Hod Shriebman falls in battle in Jabaliya; another Multidimensional Unit soldier seriously wounded; unit has faced heavy losses, including its commander and 3 soldiers in Jabaliya; tank soldier severely wounded by sniper
• Jerusalem teacher arrested for alleged indecent conduct in front of students December 26, 2024
  Teacher in his 40s under investigation for allegedly sexually abusing 2 elementary school students; educator reportedly committed indecent acts against one student in front of classmates; authorities probing whether other students victimized
• In the crosshairs: The children of Hamas officials who were assassinated December 26, 2024
  Since the outbreak of the war, Israel has intensified its focus on targeting the children of senior Hamas officials, many of whom hold significant roles within the terror organization; this strategy has reportedly escalated in recent weeks
• Inside Israel’s largest Yemen strike: Control tower, power stations hit amid tight US coordination December 26, 2024
  Israel’s Air Force launches largest Yemen strike yet, targeting Sanaa Airport and other key locations; 'No Houthi leader will escape Israel’s reach,' Katz says
• Pro-Palestinian leaders removed from Michigan’s student government over anti-Jewish incitement December 26, 2024
  University of Michigan student government president Alifa Chowdhury removed alongside vice president after blocking funding to pressure university to cut ties with Israeli companies, supporting harassment of Jewish students and encouraging meeting disruptions
• Israeli officials: '100 aircraft took part in Yemen air raid' December 26, 2024
  In largest strike so far, Israel hits Sanaa airport, disabling control tower and damaging aircraft, along with Hodeidah’s port and power stations; Netanyahu: 'We are determined to cut off Iran’s terror arm'
• IDF changed rules of engagement shortly after October 7 attack, report claims December 26, 2024
  New York Times, citing Israeli military commanders, reports IDF approved 'unprecedented' strikes against Hamas in Gaza, allegedly permitting up to 20 civilian casualties per attack; military denies allegations
• Moshe disappeared in Israel's 'Bermuda Triangle', and he's not the only one December 26, 2024
  Searches still continue for several Israelis who went missing in the area between Safed and Meron including Moshe Eliezer Ilovitch, whose family refuses to give up efforts to find him
• Case closed against women arrested for handing out hostage pamphlets in synagogue December 26, 2024
  The women were questioned for hours after they placed the leaflets featuring pictures of hostages under the heading 'Let My People Go' on seats in the synagogue where a member of Knesset prays
• Journalists are mishandling critical evidence in Syria needed for prosecuting war crimes December 26, 2024
  Absence of capable personnel to safeguard institutions after the Assad regime’s collapse has led to the mishandling of documents and potential criminal evidence that journalists, in a race for exclusives, have found in prisons and security branches
• IDF soldier killed in Netzarim Corridor in central Gaza December 26, 2024
  Captain (res.) Amit Levi, 35, leaves behind a wife and 4 children; Since the start of the war, 822 IDF soldiers have been killed
• Hamas official says situation in Gaza makes compiling hostage list difficult December 26, 2024
  Arab outlet cites official as saying talks between Israel and the terror group continue; Israel denies receiving list detailing live hostages in Hamas captivity 
• Shocking report on hell experienced by hostages rescued from Gaza: Starved, hair pulled out, beaten all over body December 26, 2024
   A draft report by the Ministry of Health, based on testimonies from hostages who were released or rescued from Gaza, describes the difficult time they spent in captivity and the consequences. The immune system weakened by the lack of food, the mental state deteriorated due to the abuse they experienced - and the fear of […]
• Ben-Gvir visits the Temple Mount and 'said a prayer' December 26, 2024
  Minister of National Security announces that he prayed at the holy site in honor of the Hanukkah holiday, contrary to the status quo; Prime MInister's Office responds that there is 'no change in the status quo'; Minister has called for the establishment of a synagogue on the Mount 
• Syria tried to erase its Jewish history, but the fall of Assad has illuminated it again December 26, 2024
  Justice for Jews from Arab Countries uncovers the systematic displacement and cultural destruction of Syria’s Jewish population, and tells the story of a community even older than the Arabs themselves and Islam
• Israel considers a significant attack on Yemen targeting Houthi leaders December 26, 2024
  After the fourth missile launch in a week toward Israel, Jerusalem admits that the Houthis are a tough nut to crack and understands that another air strike on Yemen will not lead to a solution; However, a fundamental change is expected only after the Trump administration takes office next month. Security sources: 'They will pay […]

Christian News Wire

• SCOTUS to Decide Whether States can Defund Planned Parenthood
  NEWS PROVIDED BY Liberty Counsel Dec. 26, 2024 WASHINGTON, Dec. 26, 2024 /Christian Newswire/ — Last week, the U.S. Supreme Court agreed to take up Kerr v. Planned Parenthood South Atlantic, a case about whether South Carolina can defund Planned Parenthood by steering the state’s Medicaid funds away from abortion companies. Liberty Counsel will file […]
• This is it for 2025
  NEWS PROVIDED BY Jesus Authorized Ministries Dec. 24, 2024 ORLANDO, Fla., Dec. 24, 2024 /Christian Newswire/ — Fritz Michel, of Jesus Authorized Ministries, releases the following and is available for comment: We can be minor and unknown with God’s strength and accomplish great things! With God’s power, nothing is impossible. Remember that since God left […]
• Revival Hits Los Angeles with Evangelist Jim Linzey
  The Prophetic and the Power Manifests by the Holy Spirit NEWS PROVIDED BY Jonathan Sciano Dec. 24, 2024 LOS ANGELES, Calif., Dec. 24, 2024 /Christian Newswire/ – On Sunday, December 22, 2024, at the dedication service of Global Covenant Church’s new facility in Torrance, California, God’s power inspired the congregation as Dr. James Linzey shared […]
• The Beginning: A Special Christmas Message from David Jeremiah
  NEWS PROVIDED BY Turning Point Ministries Dec. 24, 2024 SAN DIEGO, Calif., Dec. 24, 2024 /Christian Newswire/ — For many the Christmas season typically rolls right into end of year traditions, reflections, and hopes for a new year. But have you ever thought of Christmas as the beginning of something new? The truth of Christmas […]
• New 3-Minute Animated Video Series Helps Families Read the Bible Together and Learn How Every Story Points to Jesus
  NEWS PROVIDED BY Watermark Gospel Dec. 23, 2024 FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Dec. 23, 2024 /Christian Newswire/ — We live in an age where biblical literacy is in severe decline. According to a recent study, 87% of American households own a Bible, but only about 30% of Americans read the Bible regularly. A new series of […]
• Operation Rescue Dedicates 2024 Malachi Award to Those Persecuted and Imprisoned for the Sake of the Preborn
  Calls for Trump to Pardon These ‘Political’ Prisoners NEWS PROVIDED BY Operation Rescue Dec. 23, 2024 WICHITA, Kan., Dec. 23, 2024 /Christian Newswire/ — Each year, The Malachi Award is given by Operation Rescue to recognize those whose sacrificial work has significantly advanced the cause of protecting the preborn. Usually, this award is given to […]
• Dr. Alveda King: ‘Merry Christmas Again!’
  View Online Version with additional content here. NEWS PROVIDED BY Alveda King Ministries Dec. 23, 2024 ATLANTA, Dec. 23, 2024 /Christian Newswire/ —  Dr. Alveda King submits the following and is available for comment: Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Christmas 2024 is the centerpiece of the holiday season for many of us. Of course […]
• Biden Reverses Insane Title IX School Transgender Policies
  NEWS PROVIDED BY 4WindsUSA.com Dec. 23, 2024 MADISON, Wis. Dec. 23, 2024 /Christian Newswire/ — President Joe Biden’s Department of Education announced its withdrawal of their Title IX changes that allowed transgenders on women’s teams, plus allowed them to shower with females. The proposition that was reversed was titled “Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Sex […]
• Dr. Alveda King: The Gift of Listening
  View on Alveda King Ministries website for additional content NEWS PROVIDED BY Alveda King Ministries Dec. 20, 2024 ATLANTA, Dec. 20, 2024 /Christian Newswire/ — Dr. Alveda King submits the following and is available for comment: People often ask me about “King Family” holiday traditions. Like many do, we share the Christmas Message from Luke, […]
• TalksForChrist.com, Ranked Among Top 100 Christian Podcasts, Features ‘I Need Prayer’ App Creator
  NEWS PROVIDED BY TL Dream Enterprises, LLC Dec. 20, 2024 LAUREL, Miss., Dec. 20, 2024 /Christian Newswire/ — Tony Lamar Reeves, founder of TL Dream Enterprises, LLC, and visionary behind the innovative I Need Prayer app, was recently featured on the TalksForChrist.com Podcast. Known for its engaging conversations with leading voices in the Christian community, […]