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Missing in Action: Where Is Kim Jong Un? And Could His Sister Become N Korea's Next Leader?

Rumors are swirling that North Korea's leader Kim Jong Un is either at death's door or waiting out COVID-19.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2yZprg9

Germany Bans Hezbollah, Raids Mosques Across Country for Suspected Members

Germany has officially classified the Iranian-backed Hezbollah as a terror organization and banned all Hezbollah activity in the country, Germany’s Interior Ministry announced Thursday. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2yVMBUZ

Despite Unleashing COVID-19, Expert Predicts China Could Emerge from Pandemic with Even Stronger Hold on Other Nations

Tensions between the US and China are growing, fueled by COVID-19 and accusations of dishonesty. One result is Americans are suing Beijing, seeking to hold it accountable for the worldwide pandemic. Those efforts could backfire, however, such that China not only evades consequences but potentially benefits from the pandemic. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3aVp0Ba

'Every Day Follow the Nudge of the Holy Spirit': L.A. Dream Center Meeting Urgent Needs, 7 Days a Week

As co-founder of the L.A. Dream Center, Matthew Barnett has been serving the homeless population in Los Angeles for more than 26 years. It's a community that has been hit hard by the coronavirus. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2YgyQut

'Awakening Is Here!': Second Global Communion Service LIVE Event Thursday Gives Thanks for What the Lord Has Done

In response to the first Global Communion Service held earlier this month, prophetic leader Dr. Joshua Fowler has announced a second online event titled Global Communion Service 2.0. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2zHPXLC

New Religious Freedom Report Reveals Persecution Hot Spots: 'There Are a Lot of Dangerous Places'

Christians and other peoples of faith executed, imprisoned, and tortured for practicing their religions. Sadly in many countries around the world this is a daily reality and a new report by the US Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) reveals the most intolerant countries. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2VOmHLS

New Religious Freedom Report Reveals Persecution Hot Spots: 'There Are a Lot of Dangerous Places'

Christians and other peoples of faith executed, imprisoned, and tortured for practicing their religions. Sadly in many countries around the world this is a daily reality and a new report by the US Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) reveals the most intolerant countries. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3aMMQif

Ministry Launches Campaign for Release of Christian Deacon Kidnapped in China, Held in North Korea

One ministry has created a letter-writing crusade for the release of Korean Chinese Christian Jang Moon Seok who was kidnapped from China six years ago. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3cO8BQe

Ex-Muslim Once Chanted 'Death To America!' Now, He's Saving Iranians

Dr. Hormoz Shariat is on a mission to help bring Iranians to the Christian faith — an effort that was birthed from his family's personal pain and suffering. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2ShneUf

Stocks Rally as Governments Plan to Ease Virus Lockdowns

Stocks around the world rose Monday as governments prepare to gradually lift restrictions they imposed on businesses to slow the sweep of the coronavirus pandemic. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2W4PkDg

South Korea Maintains Kim Jong Un Health Rumors are Untrue

A top South Korean official said his country remains confident there have been no “unusual developments” in North Korea, suggesting that rumors about the possible ill health of leader Kim Jong Un are untrue. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2Y98hHF

UK PM Boris Johnson Returns to Face Growing Virus Divisions

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson is returning to work after recovering from a coronavirus infection that put him in intensive care, with his government facing growing criticism over the deaths and disruption the virus has caused. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3eS9Qjb

Satellite Imagery Finds Likely Kim Jong Un Train Amid Health Rumors

A train likely belonging to North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has been parked at his compound on the country’s east coast since last week, satellite imagery showed, amid speculation about his health that has been caused, in part, by a long period out of the public eye. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2Kx9v7F

A Mixed Virus Bag in Iran for Persecuted Prisoners: 'I Was Forced to Endure all Kinds of Torture'

Despite the pandemic Iran continues to persecute peoples of faith and voices of dissent while others are finally freed. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3bzkWra

COVID-19 'Prayerdemic' Webcast to Air Friday: 'Gather All of Your Ministry Friends'

In an unprecedented prayer event, Christians in the nations of Ghana, Nigeria, Canada, the United Kingdom, Bahamas, Honduras, Kenya, USA, Brazil, and the Dominican Republic, are participating in a unique event sponsored by Francina Norman Ministries. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2KsjDhT

'The Great Quarantine Revival': 100,000+ Choose Christ During Virtual and Broadcast Services Easter Week

It's being called the Great Quarantine Revival. More than 100,000 people watching virtual and broadcast events in countries across the world during the week of Good Friday responded to the Gospel and professed faith in Jesus Christ, according to Pulse, the Christian ministry that organized the programming.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2S2fpla

'The Great Quarantine Revival': 100,000+ Choose Christ During Virtual and Broadcast Services Easter Week

It's being called the Great Quarantine Revival. More than 100,000 people watching virtual and broadcast events in countries across the world during the week of Good Friday responded to the Gospel and professed faith in Jesus Christ, according to Pulse, the Christian ministry that organized the programming.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2Vu9CXL

Nigerian Christian Student Killed, Two Villagers Abducted During Attacks by Islamic Fulani Militants

New reports out of Nigeria say Muslim Fulani militants have launched more murderous attacks against Christians.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2ywtQr0

Will COVID-19 Kill Globalization? Long Term Impact from the Virus Could be Felt for Years

Before the coronavirus pandemic, the world was becoming more and more interconnected. 'Globalization' was the buzzword. But will all that change now? Are borders back for good?  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3cEX6uq

Will COVID-19 Kill Globalization? Long Term Impact from the Virus Could be Felt for Years

Before the coronavirus pandemic, the world was becoming more and more interconnected. 'Globalization' was the buzzword. But will all that change now? Are borders back for good?  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3cF0d5v

Trump Tweets He’s Ordered Navy to Destroy Iranian Gunboats

Amid tensions with Iran, President Donald Trump said Wednesday on Twitter he has given orders for the Navy to “shoot down and destroy” any Iranian gunboats found to be harassing U.S. ships. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2XY0oVd

Iran's Guard Says it Launched Satellite Amid US Tensions

Iran’s paramilitary Revolutionary Guard said on Wednesday that it launched a military satellite into orbit amid wider tensions with the United States, describing it as a successful launch after months of failures.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2yuXq02

'Pandemics, Prophecy and The Middle East': Live Webcast on COVID-19 and Biblical Prophecy

The COVID-19 pandemic has many Christians asking, are we living in the end of times? A new LifeWay Research survey has revealed nearly 9 out of 10 pastors see at least some current events matching those Jesus said would occur shortly before he returns to earth. To delve deeper into that topic, Chosen People Ministries is presenting a live webcast titled Pandemics, Prophecy and The Middle East, Wednesday morning at 9:00 Eastern/8:00 Central, which you can watch right here at CBNNews.com. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2zcj4X1

'Pandemics, Prophecy and The Middle East': Live Webcast on COVID-19 and Biblical Prophecy

The COVID-19 pandemic has many Christians asking, are we living in the end of times? A new LifeWay Research survey has revealed nearly 9 out of 10 pastors see at least some current events matching those Jesus said would occur shortly before he returns to earth. To delve deeper into that topic, Chosen People Ministries is presenting a live webcast titled Pandemics, Prophecy and The Middle East, Wednesday morning at 9:00 Eastern/8:00 Central, which you can watch right here at CBNNews.com. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2Vqjba1

N Korean Dictator Rumored to Be in Grave Condition

US intelligence agencies are monitoring reports that North Korea's Kim Jong Un might be gravely ill from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2VOhZfA

US State Department Claims China Restricting Exports of Critical Protective Gear

While the US grapples with more COVID-19 cases than any other country, the State Department claims China is restricting exports of critical protective gear that includes face masks, test kits, and other medical equipment manufactured by US companies with operations in China. Sen. Tom Cotton (R-AR) says the US cannot allow this situation to continue into the future, and he's calling for US companies that manufacture these essential goods to end their business with China. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2KhRvhm

US State Department Claims China Restricting Exports of Critical Protective Gear

While the US grapples with more COVID-19 cases than any other country, the State Department claims China is restricting exports of critical protective gear that includes face masks, test kits, and other medical equipment manufactured by US companies with operations in China. Sen. Tom Cotton (R-AR) says the US cannot allow this situation to continue into the future, and he's calling for US companies that manufacture these essential goods to end their business with China. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2VJhPGn

Zondervan Publishes 'Quran with Christian Commentary' to Help Believers Reach Muslims

Zondervan, a world-leading publisher of Bibles and Christian books, has announced the publication of a study guide of Islam's Quran to help Christians in their efforts to reach and teach Muslims.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2KmU7dM

Sen. Tom Cotton Tells CBN 'China Is Culpable' for Spreading the Coronavirus Around the World

"I think it's pretty clear that China is culpable for unleashing this pandemic on the world," Sen. Tom Cotton of Arkansas told CBN on Monday. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3eyhm2u

Israeli Coalition Deal Keeps Maverick Netanyahu in Power

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his chief rival announced Monday that they have forged a deal to form an “emergency” government, ending months of political paralysis. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/34OWlfD

Police: At Least 10 Killed in Shooting Rampage in Canada

Canadian police said at least 10 people were killed after a 51-year-old man went on a shooting rampage across the northern part of the province of Nova Scotia. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2RSfS9x

Venezuelan Refugees Walk Hundreds of Miles to Return Home Amid COVID-19 Crisis

More than five million Venezuelans have fled their home country since 2015 due to the crushing effects of hyperinflation, unrest, and rampant crime. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2z3o6VJ

Lawmakers Call for Action Against China's Communist Regime for Concealing Danger of Coronavirus Crisis

The Chinese government is coming under fire for concealing the extent of the coronavirus outbreak, fatally delaying their response, and preventing researchers from getting to the bottom of how the deadly virus originated.    from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3cuhi23

Chinese Raises Wuhan Coronavirus Death Toll by 50%

At least 50% more people died in China's virus epicenter of Wuhan than previously counted, with state media on Friday attributing the initial undercount to how overwhelmed the health system was coping with thousands of sick patients. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3cpEwpN

Cuba Releases Persecuted Christian Homeschool Mother: 'We Hope it Indicates Something Positive'

Religious freedom monitors are celebrating the release of a Christian mother imprisoned in Cuba for homeschooling her children. However, her husband remains behind bars as people of faith continue to face persecution in the island nation. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3eotinz

Cuba Releases Persecuted Christian Homeschool Mother: 'We Hope it Indicates Something Positive'

Religious freedom monitors are celebrating the release of a Christian mother imprisoned in Cuba for homeschooling her children. However, her husband remains behind bars as people of faith continue to face persecution in the island nation. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3cidGzU

CBN's 'Superbook' Launches Prayer Chain During COVID-19 Pandemic

CBN is responding to the COVID-19 crisis by praying for those who have been affected by the worldwide pandemic. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2Vf223n

Crosses Torn from Churches as China's Anti-Cross Campaign Unfazed by COVID-19 Pandemic

The COVID-19 outbreak that spread quickly across China did not reduce the speed of the cross-demolition campaign across the communist country. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3bfQ9je

Restrictions Rolled back in May? Trump Forms Second Task Force to Focus on Country's Economic Recovery

Global COVID-19 cases have now exceeded 2 million with more than 23,000 deaths in the United States.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3a4hCmo

'Christ the Redeemer' Is Now 'Christ the Medic': Here's How Heroic Health Care Workers Are Ministering to Patients and Families

Brazil has found a poignant way to honor health care workers fighting the coronavirus pandemic around the world. Rio de Janeiro's iconic 'Christ the Redeemer' statue was lit up and dressed like a doctor for Easter. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2VsJifr

MUST SEE These Powerful Photos Prove Faith Is Undefeated by the Pandemic: The Church of Jesus Is Not a Building

As Christians around the US and around the world are forced to practice social distancing due to the COVID-19 pandemic, pastors and believers are adapting to the loss of Sunday gatherings. These powerful photos prove that the Church of Jesus is not a building, it's His people. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2XzTAgv

'Amazing Grace': Millions Watch Andrea Bocelli's Powerful Easter 'Prayer' of Hope

Italian opera singer Andrea Bocelli sang "Music for Hope" at the Duomo cathedral in Milan, Italy on Easter Sunday as a message of love to the world during the COVID-19 pandemic. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2VnNzkq

European Disunion: That Dirty Word 'Nationalism' Has Made a Comeback

Whatever happened to all that preaching from Brussels about the glories of open borders?  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3a4J0AL

UK PM Johnson Recovering at Country Retreat, Praises Medical Staff Who Cared For Him

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson expressed his gratitude to the staff of the National Health Service for saving his life when his treatment for the coronavirus could have “gone either way” as the U.K. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2V5e4MA

UK PM Johnson out of the Hospital, Says Staff Saved his Life

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has been discharged from a London hospital where he was treated in intensive care for the new coronavirus. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3cfaIwi

US Death Toll Closes in on Italy's as Midwest Braces

The U.S. moved closer to overtaking Italy for the highest death toll in the world from the coronavirus Saturday as Chicago and other cities across the Midwest braced for a potential surge in victims and moved to snuff out smoldering hot spots of contagion before they erupt.    from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3ceQItD

High-Risk COVID-19 Patients Show 100% Chance of Survival After New Israeli Medical Treatment

Seven high-risk patients in Israel suffering from COVID-19 are recovering after receiving treatment from a plant-based therapy product. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2JVRsaR

32 Operation Blessing Highlights from Aid Efforts to Fight Coronavirus in April

Operation Blessing is hard at work around the US and the world, delivering aid to help fight the coronavirus pandemic. Here are some highlights from what's been happening in the month of April - a huge "thank you" to Operation Blessing donors and CBN partners for making this possible: from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2K7geoJ

Billions of Locusts Invade in New, Larger Wave as Second Swarm Threatens Africa: 'Extremely Alarming'

A new wave of locusts is threatening Africa with devastation and starvation, even as the COVID-19 pandemic undermines efforts to fight the locust plague. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2wxEmO0

New Zealand's Shine TV Offers the Hope of Jesus to a Nation Under Strict Lockdown

Michael Brown, the head of Shine TV, New Zealand's premier Christian television network, says it will be the first time in many people's memories that they will not be able to attend church on Easter Sunday.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/39TXwuT

CBN Founder Pat Robertson Leads Communion as Christians Shelter in Place for Easter Weekend

On the night Jesus was betrayed, He and His disciples had gathered in an upper room to celebrate the Jewish Passover, the sacred remembrance of how God delivered His people Israel from death as they sheltered in their homes that were marked by the blood of a sacrificial lamb.   from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2y1JJoW

'It's Time for Christians to Let Their Light Shine' as World's Most Persecuted Bear the Brunt of Coronavirus Blame 

As the world continues to sludge through life in the midst of a global COVID-19 pandemic, the world's persecuted people of faith are easy scapegoats. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2wuI76U

Southern Baptists Hosting Good Friday LIVE Online Prayer Event 

As Southern Baptists like the rest of the country's evangelical Christians adjust to the new normal for daily life in America due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Ronnie Floyd, president, and CEO of the Southern Baptist Convention (SBC) Executive Committee has called for a special time of prayer. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2JS3ems

Four Theories that Try to Explain Away Christ's Resurrection – and Why They Don't Add Up

There are many theories that try to explain away the reality of Jesus Christ's resurrection. CBN News looks at four of them, and shows why they don't add up. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3c1ZCKH

Chuck Pierce Prophesied Last Year About the Coming Plague - He Says This Passover Will Be a True Passover

Chuck Pierce of Glory of Zion Ministries, is one of the major prophetic voices in the world today and is known for delivering accurate words about the times and seasons we are in. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3aWemL6

CBN's Operation Blessing on the Frontline Fighting Against COVID-19 in Vietnam

A team from CBN's Operation Blessing (OB) just traveled to Vietnam to help an area under a 14-day quarantine. It includes a dorm that currently houses more than 4,000 people.   from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2ValP2v

Churches Prepare for First Digital Easter – as Part of 2020 'New Normal'

In just a matter of weeks, the majority of churches across the country have switched to or enhanced their online ministry. It's the "new normal" for 2020. And it means a digital Easter as well. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2XdMcqV

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson Moved to Intensive Care After COVID-19 Symptoms Worsen

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson was moved to the intensive care unit of a London hospital after his coronavirus symptoms worsened Monday, just a day after he was admitted for what were said to be routine tests from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2x7uxGM

5 Key Coronavirus Stories: From the Infected Navy Carrier Captain to the Bronx Zoo Tiger

Here's a look at five coronavirus stories you may have missed over the last 24 hours - a few are actually a bit shocking. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2JHNceO

China Is the 'Hero', Saving the World from COVID-19? US Media Pushes China's 'False Narrative'

China has launched a massive campaign of aid and disinformation to make itself look like the good guy in the coronavirus pandemic.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2XbJQJa

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson Hospitalized With Virus

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has been admitted to a hospital with the coronavirus. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2xTGgcc

'God Above All': Brazil's President Calls for National Day of Prayer and Fasting to Fight Coronavirus

Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro is calling for a national day of prayer and fasting this Sunday to "free Brazil from this evil" coronavirus pandemic. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2R7wFVK

Knifeman in Southern France Kills 2 in Attack on Passersby

A man wielding a knife attacked residents of a French town while they ventured out to shop amid a coronavirus lockdown Saturday, killing two people and wounding eight others, authorities said. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2RaYJrn

Pastor David Platt's Powerful Response to Pain, Evil & Chaos

In a world in which evil and suffering can sometimes feel totally overwhelming, how do we, as Christians, ground ourselves and continue to push forward and do good? from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2X69Cyo

'Jesus is the Hope of the World': Pastor Rick Warren to Host Global Easter Prayer Event Amid COVID-19 Pandemic

Easter Sunday is the biggest event in Christianity, but this year will look very different as churches across the globe close their doors to combat the deadly coronavirus pandemic. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2xNeIVy

Good News from the COVID-19 Frontlines: Social Distancing Working to Contain Virus's Spread

Despite growing coronavirus numbers, experts say the social distancing is working. They warn, however, the evidence that mitigation measures are working will lag behind the effects of the deadly disease. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3dN5YPP

Full Statement by Dr. Rodney Howard-Browne Regarding His Coronavirus Arrest

Rodney Howard Browne is responding to set the record straight after he was arrested on "trumped-up charges" for conducting a church service on Sunday, March 29, which Sheriff Chad Chronister claimed, in a press conference, allegedly violated the Hillsborough County Executive Order regarding the coronavirus. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3bMIPeB

Good News from the COVID-19 Frontlines: Social Distancing Working to Contain Virus's Spread

Despite growing coronavirus numbers, experts say the social distancing is working. They warn, however, the evidence that mitigation measures are working will lag behind the effects of the deadly disease. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2wdQGCY

US Intel Reveals Communist China Endangered the World by Lying About Severity of COVID-19

US intelligence officials have revealed that China has concealed the true extent of the Coronavirus outbreak in its country, Bloomberg News reported Wednesday. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3bKxTOI

Gospel Coalition Invites Christians Around the World to Join 'Day of Fast and Pray' Event This Saturday

The Gospel Coalition, a fellowship of evangelical churches in the Reformed tradition, is calling for all Christians to participate in a day to fast and pray this Saturday, April 4. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2R4pMo5

'They Are Trying to Move in the Right Direction': US Delegation Monitors Religious Freedom in Azerbaijan

A delegation of religious freedom watchdogs is back from Azerbaijan where Christians and other religious minorities are feeling some relief when it comes to worshiping freely. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2JyuRkm

China’s People of Faith: Canaries in Xi Jinping’s Coal Mine

Throughout this global pandemic award-winning author Lela Gilbert has kept a much-needed spotlight on the plight of persecuted Christians and people of faith.  Gilbert has chronicled the situation for Iran’s Christian believers and here exposes how beleaguered Muslims and Christians are suffering under the Chinese regime.    from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2wUkDrN