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A “miracle” Child is Thriving Thanks to One Stranger’s Donation

2 weeks ago | beliefnet.com | Cecilia Buchanan

In August of 2023, Bill and Meg Longhenry of Florida received news that no parent wants to hear regarding their newly born second child, Millie. “We found out that she has a rare brain malformation where part of her brain didn’t develop, and the other part didn’t develop correctly. So there’s no division between the two hemispheres and the middle is hollow,” Meg told Fox News Digital. Millie was diagnosed with alobar holoprosencephaly (HPE), which affects about one in 10,000 live births.
Moving from Shy to Confident

2 weeks ago | beliefnet.com | Linda Mintle

Maria always struggled with shyness, withdrawing from social interactions and fearing judgment, especially in public speaking situations. As she grew older, her shyness began to limit her ability to make friends and advance in her career. One day, she made a small but significant choice: she volunteered to share an idea during a team-building event. Though nervous, the encouragement she received sparked a transformation.
How Can Churches Capitalize on the 4-14 Window?

2 weeks ago | beliefnet.com | Cecilia Buchanan

Lucy Kajidori, leader of the International Council of Evangelical Theological Education’s (ICETE) Impact Team on Children and Families, recently sat down with Christian Daily International to discuss the “4-14 Window” and what churches need to do to impact the next generation. The 4-14 Window is based on studies that show the majority of people come to faith between the ages of 4 to 14 years old.
Pastor Ed Young Sparks Debate After Opening a Beer Can During Sermon

2 weeks ago | beliefnet.com | Cecilia Buchanan

Texas pastor Ed Young broached controversial topic during a Sunday sermon when he took out a can of beer and opened it on the platform. Young pastors megachurch Fellowship Church in Grapevine, Texas, where he stood at the pulpit with a six pack of beer and addressed the “most dangerous drug and the number one drug in America.” He shocked the congregation by opening a can and pouring it into a cup.
Archaeologists Reveal Findings That May Prove Biblical Battle

2 weeks ago | beliefnet.com | Cecilia Buchanan

Archaeologists have uncovered what they believe may be evidence of an ancient biblical battle that took place at the site of the ancient city of Megiddo, which is prophesied to be the future place of the battle of Armageddon, where the forces of God and the Devil will face off in a final battle. The site, also known as Har-Magedon’ is a translation of Tel Megiddo in early accounts of the Greek Bible, which is where Armageddon gets its name.
In Controversial Move, Meryl Streep is Being Considered For the Voice of Aslan in Upcoming Narnia Film

2 weeks ago | beliefnet.com | Cecilia Buchanan

In a move that sent the internet abuzz, Deadline confirmed a previous rumor that actress Meryl Streep is being considered to voice Aslan in Greta Gerwig’s upcoming Chronicles of Narnia film, which will be released in theaters prior to streaming on Netflix. It’s a controversial move, given that the male lion Aslan is the Christ figure of the popular series. He was previously voiced by actor Liam Neeson through all three films of the previous Chronicles of Narnia films by Disney.
Rebuilding Trust in Relationships: A Step-by-Step Guide

3 weeks ago | beliefnet.com | Linda Mintle

Trust is a foundational pillar of all healthy relationships, whether they are romantic, familial, or friendships. When trust is broken, it can feel like the relationship is irreparably damaged. However, rebuilding trust is possible. Why Trust MattersTrust is at the core of every meaningful relationship. It is built on honesty, integrity, and consistency. Without trust, relationships struggle to thrive. We trust others because we rely on them to be honest, loyal, and dependable.
Archaeologists Uncover Garden Mentioned in New Testament Account

3 weeks ago | beliefnet.com | Cecilia Buchanan

Archaeologists have announced the discovery of a garden referred to in the New Testament. Archaeologists were digging beneath the Church of the Holy Sepulchre when they discovered evidence of the presence of olive trees and grapevines from around 2,000 years ago. The archaeologists were led by Professor Francesca Romana Stasolla of Sapienza University of Rome, with the excavation having begun in 2022 as part of a renovation of the church.
Museum Opens Exhibit of Religious Relics Previously Lost by Looting

3 weeks ago | beliefnet.com | Cecilia Buchanan

A new exhibit by Byzantine Museum in Nicosia, Cyprus, features a number of precious religious relics previously lost when they were stolen in 1974 during a Turkish invasion. “The looting, the destruction was on a great scale. We have calculated that more than 20,000 icons have been stolen and disappeared from the churches,” said the museum’s director, Dr Ioannis Eliades. Cypriot authorities have spent years tracking down lost artifacts for years, with many more still missing.
TD Jakes Reveals What Caused His Mid-sermon Health Scare

3 weeks ago | beliefnet.com | Cecilia Buchanan

Pastor TD Jakes spoke to Craig Melvin on Today, where he opened up about the recent health crisis that left him being rushed to the hospital in the middle of a sermon. Jakes was preaching at his home church of The Potter’s House, in Dallas, TX on November 23 when he began to shake and appear to be passing out.