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State Education Official Orders All Public Schools to Include Bible in Lessons Oklahoma's top education official ordered public schools Thursday to incorporate the Bible into lessons for grades five through 12.

'Only God': Couple Finds Jesus After Previously Getting Married as Gay, Transgender “Only God can do that.” Those are the words of Lex Renick, a female who formerly identified as a transgender male before she and her husband — who used to identify as homosexual — came to faith in Jesus.

Biden Admin Pushed Medical Experts to Remove Age Limits from Transgender Surgeries on Kids The debate over surgeries for gender-confused minors is one of the most heated arguments of our time. Now there's been a major revelation about how the Biden administration has pushed the transgender agenda when it comes to children.

ISIS Network Helped 400 Cross US Border Illegally - Many of Them Are Now Missing The Department of Homeland Security is searching for hundreds of ISIS-related "subjects of concern" who crossed the southern U.S. border illegally.

Trump Explains Rejection of Franklin Graham's Request He Stop Cursing During Speeches Evangelist Franklin Graham's request of former President Donald Trump is seemingly a bit too much of an ask for the reality TV star turned politician.

From Ruins to Revival: The Remarkable Comeback of Lighthouse Church After Hurricane Michael Five years after Hurricane Michael ravaged Florida's Panhandle, Lighthouse Church in Panama City stands as a testament to perseverance. Lead Pastor Cole Bailey reflects on those challenging days with gratitude for CBN's Operation Blessing, praising it as a powerful, life-changing force for good.  

35 Years After Tiananmen, Escaped Spy Reveals How Beijing Hunts Dissidents in US: 'Constant Threats' He is the first former member of China's secret police to speak publicly about Beijing's active campaign to silence Chinese pro-democracy voices overseas.   

2 Venezuelans Caught and Released Near US Border Accused of Assaulting, Killing 12-Year-Old Girl A judge in Texas set bond of $10 million Monday for an undocumented Venezuelan man accused of killing a 12-year-old Houston girl whose body was found in a creek after she disappeared during a walk to a convenience store.

Supreme Court Takes up Hot Topic of Gender-Altering Procedures on Children The Supreme Court jumped into the heated debate over experimental transgender procedures on children Monday, agreeing to hear the case as the Biden administration seeks to block state bans on gender-altering attempts.

Spiritual Warriors: Police Chaplains Offer Critical Care as Suicide Rates Climb Police chaplains are stepping up to support our law enforcement heroes, offering crucial spiritual and emotional care as they face unprecedented challenges and rising suicide rates.

Two Years After Roe v. Wade Fell, How Well Are Churches Meeting Women's Needs? Two years after the U.S. Supreme Court dismantled Roe v. Wade and sent the abortion issue back to the states, a new survey explores how many churches are coming alongside crisis pregnancy centers.

Massachusetts Governor Targets Crisis Pregnancy Centers Already Hit by Vandalism and Threats A new ad campaign by Massachusetts Governor Maura Healy tells women to avoid what it terms "anti-abortion centers," calling them unsafe.

'Call 911! Call 911!': Shocking Moment Couple Discover Baby Abandoned Near Walking Path A Texas couple were shocked Saturday while out for a family walk to discover an abandoned newborn baby with her umbilical cord still attached — a discovery that shook them to their core.

Rick Warren Shreds Robert Morris over Sexual Abuse Allegations as Fallout from Scandal Escalates The fallout continues after Robert Morris resigned from Gateway Church over furor following allegations he molested a 12-year-old girl in the 1980s.

Male-Born Athletes Take Championship Titles in 5 States in Girl's Sports: 'It's Heartbreaking' The landscape of women's sports has changed dramatically in the past few years. The changes have become the most visible in women's track and field where high school boys identifying as girls perform way ahead of the rest of the competition.

Severe Weather Alert: Wildfires, Tropical Storm, and Dangerous Heat Wave Hit US Millions of Americans are enduring dangerous conditions amid wildfires and a heat wave that's sweltering across 16 states from the Midwest to the Northeast.

Louisiana Becomes First State to Mandate Display of 10 Commandments in Schools Louisiana has become the first state to require the Ten Commandments to be displayed in every public school classroom.

'Hungry for God': Powerful Moves of Revival, Thirst for Bible Sweeps College Campuses Jennie Allen has had a front-row seat to much of the revival unfolding across America, particularly among young people.

VT Couples File Lawsuit Against Foster Agency After License is Revoked Over Biblical Beliefs Two Vermont Christian couples have filed a lawsuit against the state's Department for Children and Families (DCF) after the agency allegedly revoked their foster licenses for adhering to their Biblical beliefs and refusing to embrace transgender ideology.

Louisiana Becomes First State to Mandate Display of 10 Commandments in Schools Louisiana has become the first state to require the Ten Commandments to be displayed in every public school classroom.

Unprecedented Discovery at Southern US Border Exposes Chinese Criminal Alliance with Sinaloa Cartel Two dozen Chinese nationals are charged with money laundering for Mexico's Sinaloa drug cartel. Officials say they also conspired to inundate the U.S. with illicit drugs like fentanyl.

FL Strike Team Begins Rescuing Sex Trafficking Victims Exploited by Migrant Smugglers A newly launched human trafficking strike team in Florida has rescued 10 victims and arrested several perpetrators. The state says the team was created to combat criminal groups "exploiting Biden's open border to bring trafficking victims" into the U.S.

'I'm Heartbroken': Ex-Pastor at Gateway Church Responds to Robert Morris Scandal A former pastor at Gateway Church in Southlake, Texas, is speaking out in the wake of the Robert Morris scandal to share what he believes are helpful steps to address and prevent abuse in Christian circles.

Illegal Alien Accused of Child-Rape, Captured in NYC by Heroic Citizens Who Bravely Tackled Him Good Samaritans in New York City sprang into action Monday night by bravely grabbing an illegal migrant who was wanted for the rape of a 13-year-old girl. They managed to restrain the suspect until police arrived.

Juneteenth: A Dive into the Biblical Roots of America's Newest Federal Holiday Juneteenth dates to the Civil War, when almost 750,000 soldiers died – either fighting for freedom or to preserve the institution of slavery. And Juneteenth was just the beginning of progress. New York Times bestselling author Dr. Jemar Tisby says knowing and acknowledging the history paints a complete picture of what freedom is in America.     

Jack Phillips: 'Colorado Officials and Activists Have Tried to Punish Me for My Religious Beliefs' For the second time in a decade, Christian baker Jack Phillips appeared before the Colorado Supreme Court Tuesday.  The small business owner who refuses to make cakes with messages that violate his religious beliefs says he's been targeted by the state, and he is not the only one making that claim.  

Everything We Know So Far About the Shocking Abuse Claims Surrounding Pastor Robert Morris Controversy continues to swell after Pastor Robert Morris admitted to “inappropriate sexual behavior with a young lady” after a woman claimed he began molesting her when she was 12 years old.

Artist Reginald Adams' Murals Honor Juneteenth in Major US Cities A public art project celebrating Juneteenth is gaining national attention in major cities through murals portraying the fight for equality.  

US Surgeon General Calls for Warning Labels on Social Media to Combat Youth Mental Health Crisis Due to continued reports of online platforms harming young Americans, the U.S. Surgeon General is calling for social media to carry warning labels. 

'She's Possessed!' Bloodied Man Allegedly Broke Into Former Co-Worker's Home to Perform Exorcism An Indiana man is reportedly facing charges of criminal mischief, disorderly conduct, and residential entry, after allegedly breaking into a former co-worker’s home to try to perform an exorcism.

Women’s Sports Protected in 10 States as Federal Courts Block Biden Admin Changes: ‘Abuse of Power’ The U.S. Department of Education is reviewing a federal judge's order blocking new rules that expand Title IX protections to LGBTQ+ students.

Heat Dome Brings Scorching Temps and Potential Flooding to Midwest and East Extreme weather that ranged from triple-digit temperatures in the Southwest to unseasonable cold in the Pacific Northwest was forecast over the U.S. into the early week.

Severe, Chaotic Weather around US with High Temperatures in Southwest and Midwest, Snow in Rockies Extreme weather that ranged from triple digit temperatures in the Southwest to unseasonable cold in the Pacific Northwest was forecast over the U.S. into the early week.

'Literally a Miracle': Hero Credits God After Kids Saved, Drowning Dad Rescued Just in the Nick of Time Good Samaritans came to the rescue of a father and two kids who likely would have drowned in a Utah river had they not shown up to help.

On Flag Day, Remembering the Woman Who Sewed Old Glory into Existence Flag Day, June 14th, is set aside to celebrate the Red, White and Blue.   During these days, it is important to know why the flag is celebrated and what those colors represent.  Betsy Ross – who lived and died on a Philadelphia street not far from where America was founded at Independence Hall – will always be remembered for sewing the first American flag.

US Supreme Court Issues Major Ruling in Abortion Drug Case The U.S. Supreme Court ruled Thursday to preserve access to a drug that has been used in nearly two-thirds of all abortions in the country in the last year. WATCH CBN News LIVE Coverage of the Ruling:

'We Become Our Habits': Christian Author Encourages Dads to Focus on the Daily Routine Christian fathers who want to effectively parent their children should consider what might not be immediately obvious: the daily habits they develop around waking and sleeping, eating, conversing, and their phones.

Popular Fitness Center Calls LGBT, BLM Symbols 'Freedom of Expression,' but US Flags Not Allowed A memo circulated internally at 24 Hour Fitness is reportedly labeling symbols associated with Black Lives Matter and LGBT Pride as “freedom of expression” while banning patriotic imagery — like the American flag — except for on certain U.S. holidays.

ICE Arrests 8 Migrants with Suspected Ties to ISIS Who Crossed the Border Illegally Last Year Federal agents have arrested eight people in several U.S. cities with alleged ties to the Islamic terrorist group ISIS in recent days. 

BREAKING: US Supreme Court Unanimously Protects Access to Abortion Drug The U.S. Supreme Court ruled Thursday to preserve access to a drug that has been used in nearly two-thirds of all abortions in the country in the last year. 

Southern Baptists Reject Formal Ban on Churches with Woman Pastors, Oppose IVF In one of the most anticipated votes at their annual convention on Wednesday, Southern Baptist delegates voted down a measure that would have enshrined a ban on churches with women pastors in the convention's constitution.

Federal Judge Strikes Down Florida Law Protecting Minors from Harmful Puberty Blockers A federal judge has struck down a 2023 Florida law that restricted doctors from giving gender-confused children harmful puberty blockers and hormonal treatments. 

Google Lifts Suspension on Conservative App, Claims It Was Error Google reinstated the PragerU app in its Play Store just hours after suspending it. The brief ban came not long after the conservative media organization released a documentary about radical Islam.

‘Anti-Religious, Radical Left’: Expert Sounds Alarm Over Forces ‘Ruining Our Schools’ Dr. Corey A. DeAngelis is on a mission to empower parents and solidify school choice across America, taking on teacher’s unions and ideological opponents in the process.

Will Hunter Biden Do Time? Fallout from the Historic Trial The fallout from the conviction of Hunter Biden on three federal gun charges highlights yet again the partisan divide in the country. 

'Enemy Was Using a Vessel:' Pastor Who Had Gun Pointed at His Head Talks Spiritual Warfare Millions have watched the video of an armed man approaching Pastor Glenn Germany at his Jesus' Dwelling Place Church near Pittsburgh on May 5th and pull the trigger. 

Meet the Young Conservatives for Conservation: 'Be Good Stewards of the Earth' As debate goes on about climate change and the environment, a team of young conservatives is building a blueprint for the future through grassroots clean-up campaigns, while making an impact on Capitol Hill. 

Dr. Tony Evans Stepping Away From Senior Pastoral Duties 'Due to Sin' Celebrated preacher Dr. Tony Evans is stepping away from his senior pastoral duties at Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship (OCBF) in Dallas, Texas, after reportedly falling short “due to sin.”

Preacher Shot While Sharing the Gospel Offers Forgiveness to Suspect: 'I'm Going to Embrace Him' An Arkansas street preacher who spends Sundays sharing the Gospel was reportedly shot last weekend by a young man who was trying to take his microphone.

'Our Freedoms Were Bought at a Very Dear Price': 15,000 Service Members, Families Honored A coalition of more than 20 veteran organizations and local churches held an outreach to honor and give back to our nation's military service members, veterans, and their families over the weekend.   

Family Watchdog Warns CA Measure Paves Path for 'Polygamy, Child Marriage' California lawmakers are looking to fundamentally alter the definition of marriage in their state, setting their sights on the November elections where voters can approve the right for polygamous marriage, child marriage, and incestuous relationships, according to a state watchdog group. 

Southern Baptists to Revisit Women Pastors, Membership Decline and More at Annual Meeting Southern Baptists will meet in Indianapolis this week for their annual convention. This year's theme is "One Mind, One Voice," a desire toward unity from Romans chapter 15. It is a timely message as the denomination wrestles with some of the more urgent matters of the day.

'God Is Back:' More States Pushing to Include Chaplains in Public Schools In the upcoming school year, Florida public schools will join other states in allowing volunteer chaplains on campus to counsel students. Now that Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) has signed the measure into law, even more states are expected to follow suit. 

They 'Loved the Lord': Pastor's Powerful Message After Tornado Kills Couple Before 59th Anniversary A family and community are experiencing heartbreak after a husband and wife, who were married for six decades, lost their lives during a deadly tornado last month in Greenfield, Iowa.

United Methodists Lose 1M Members in a Single Day, Council of Bishops 'Grieves' Mass Exodus The United Methodist Church Council of Bishops has issued a response to one of the largest exoduses from the denomination in history. 

Most Americans Living Paycheck to Paycheck Amid Rising Costs: 'Hard Work Is Not Enough Anymore' Inflation is a major concern for most Americans as prices have been going up faster than incomes for the last few years, making it harder for people to make ends meet.

Today Is National Donut Day, and You Can Thank the Salvation Army for That Today, Friday, June 7 is the 86th annual celebration of National Donut Day.  And even though most of us don't need a reason to enjoy a donut, there are deals to be had on donuts from retail chains around the country. 

Christian Lifeguard Sues California Fire Department for Reportedly Forcing Pride Flag Display A Christian lifeguard in Los Angeles is suing his local fire department after it reportedly threatened to let him go for refusing to display an LGBT flag at his place of work.

Jewish Students Sue UCLA for Allowing Antisemitic Activists to Threaten Them and Block Access Three Jewish students have filed a lawsuit against the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) for allowing antisemitic activists to stop them and other Jewish students and faculty from entering the campus.

MUST SEE: The World Marks 80 Years Since D-Day at Ceremonies in France It's been 80 years since the U.S. and the Allies changed history on D-Day, June 6, 1944, with a courageous and costly invasion that helped defeat Nazi Germany in World War Two

Seattle School-Based Health Program Offers Transgender 'Hormonal Treatments' to Minors A parental rights watchdog group has recently released emails from a healthcare organization operating inside Seattle Public Schools showing that they offer so-called "gender-affirming care services" to students including "hormonal treatments."

CDC Detains Plane, Quickly Quarantines All Passengers After 25 Fall Suddenly Sick Mid-Flight Passengers aboard a United Airlines flight from Canada to Texas were "quarantined" on the runway after dozens of people fell suddenly ill during the flight. 

Elderly Pro-Lifer Sentenced to Two Years in Prison, Despite Declining Health Despite her reportedly declining health, a 75-year-old pro-life activist was sentenced Friday to 24 months in prison and a subsequent 36 months of supervised release after her conviction last November for participating in an October 2020 protest in front of an abortion clinic in Washington, D.C.

After 3 Years of Border Chaos, Biden Cracks Down Using Presidential Powers He Said He Didn't Have After three years of border chaos, President Joe Biden announced an executive order on Tuesday to place restrictions on the record number of illegal immigrants seeking asylum in the U.S., effective immediately. 

Biden Rolls out Asylum Restrictions, Months in the Making, to Help 'Gain Control' of Border President Joe Biden says he’s restricting asylum to help “gain control” of the U.S.-Mexico border. The American Civil Liberties Union says it'll sue over Biden's plan to enact immediate significant restrictions on migrants seeking asylum at the border. Biden signed the proclamation Tuesday as the White House tries to neutralize immigration as a political liability before November's elections. 

2 NYPD Officers Narrowly Survive Shootout with Migrant Who Entered US Illegally Amid the backdrop of a recent New York City shooting by an illegal migrant who wounded two NYPD officers, today President Joe Biden issued an executive order to address the ongoing migrant crisis. 

Fauci Denies Cover-up but Admits Vaccine Not as Effective as First Thought Dr. Anthony Fauci was in the hot seat Monday on Capitol Hill where he admitted the COVID "lab leak" theory isn't a conspiracy and the vaccines' effectiveness was "relatively limited."

National Unity Weekend: Churches Unite to Heal Racial Divides and Support Underserved Communities Churches are stepping up across the country to help heal racial divides and support underserved communities during National Unity Weekend. 

'This Is a Miracle': Christian Revivalist Says Prayer, Holy Spirit Saved Them as Tornado Tore Home Apart Dr. Joshua Fowler and his family escaped with mere seconds before a tornado ripped through their Valley View Texas, home Saturday, crediting divine intervention for their remarkable survival. 

On the 80th Anniversary of D-Day, the Enduring Legacy of Those Who Died for Liberty Lives On CBN News visited Normandy for a special look at the enduring legacy of those who fought and died for liberty on June 6th, 1944. 

Hero Truck Driver Risks Life to Save Woman Trapped in Blazing Inferno Wednesday was a typical day for truck driver Randall D’Addezio — until it wasn’t.

‘Such a Miracle’: Sisters Who Nearly Drowned in Oklahoma Pool Discharged From Hospital Two young sisters whose lives were nearly cut short by a terrifying drowning accident have been released from the hospital.