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• Sheep Without A Shepherd ~ January 17, 2025
  Sheep without a shepherd,are always on the roamthey’ve stopped looking . . .for their eternal home. Wandering and drifting,these sheep now beno longer do they seekthe hope they can’t see. Sheep without direction,roving all about . . .eager from the foldthey want to breakout. Rambling and meandering,away from green pasturesuntil on satan’s turfthe world their […]
  Deborah Ann Belka
• Afternoon Ponderings ~01.16.25~ January 16, 2025
  John 10:11
  Deborah Ann Belka
• Snippet of The Day ~01.16.25~ January 16, 2025
  Click On Link Below To Read Full Poem No Wonder We Need
  Deborah Ann Belka
• Good Morning Quote ~ 01.16.25 ~ January 16, 2025
  Deborah Ann Belka
• Sticky Note To God ~01.16.25 January 16, 2025
  Matthew 25:32
  Deborah Ann Belka
• Sticky Note From God ~01.15.25 January 16, 2025
  Luke 18:1
  Deborah Ann Belka
• Burning Out ~ January 16, 2025
  Some people I know,are burning out . . .the truths they once kneware now things they doubt. For they are so stressed,and in over their headstheir weary souls no longerare being Holy Spirit led. Some people I know,need to be rejuvenatedfor their trust in Godhas become antiquated. For they are so worried,about all of their […]
  Deborah Ann Belka
• Afternoon Ponderings ~01.15.25~ January 15, 2025
  Matthew 11:28
  Deborah Ann Belka
• Snippet of The Day ~01.15.25~ January 15, 2025
  Click On Link Below To Read Full Poem When I’m Restless
  Deborah Ann Belka
• Good Morning Quote ~ 01.15.25 ~ January 15, 2025
  Deborah Ann Belka

DAILY CHRISTIAN NEWS

WORLD CHRISTIAN NEWS

• Nigeria: New Islamic Terror Group Begins Killing Christians
  A new Islamic terror group that is considered even more dangerous than Boko Haram, ISWAP and the radicalized Fulani militants has begun murdering Christians in northern Nigeria, International Christian Concern (ICC) reports. Islamic terror groups intent on imposing their extreme version of Sharia law and governance have murdered tens of thousands of Christians in northern […]
• Sudan Christians Banned From Christmas Feast Amid Deadly Clashes
  Christians in Sudan say believers displaced by war have been prevented from celebrating Christmas in a park where they had taken refuge. The post Sudan Christians Banned From Christmas Feast Amid Deadly Clashes appeared first on Worthy Christian News.
• ‘380 Million Christians Persecuted Worldwide’
  At least 380 million Christians — one in seven worldwide — faced high levels of persecution and discrimination in 2024, an increase of 15 million from the year before, investigators said Wednesday. The post ‘380 Million Christians Persecuted Worldwide’ appeared first on Worthy Christian News.
• Africa: Most Deadliest Region for Christians
  Africa remains the deadliest region for Christians, with Nigeria ranking as the country where a Christian is most likely to be killed for his or her faith, according to a new report by the Global Christian Relief (GCR) charity and advocacy group. The post Africa: Most Deadliest Region for Christians appeared first on Worthy Christian […]
• Colombia: Christian Leaders and Family Killed in “Premeditated, Targeted Assassinations”
  Two protestant Christian church leaders and three Christian family members were recently assassinated in two premeditated incidents in Colombia, Christian Solidarity Worldwide (CSW) reports. The post Colombia: Christian Leaders and Family Killed in “Premeditated, Targeted Assassinations” appeared first on Worthy Christian News.
• Nigeria: Two Kidnapped Church Pastors Released Amid Ongoing Violence
  While Christians in northern Nigeria remain extremely vulnerable to killings and kidnapping by Islamic terrorists, especially Fulani militant herdsmen, two abducted pastors were released from captivity on January 5, Morning Star News (MSN) reports. The post Nigeria: Two Kidnapped Church Pastors Released Amid Ongoing Violence appeared first on Worthy Christian News.
• India: Christian Couple Released on Bail Amid Surge in Persecution
  Amid a surge in persecution against Christians in India, believers are rejoicing that a pastor and his wife were released on bail after 20 months in prison on false charges of forcibly converting Hindus to Christianity, Global Christian Relief (GCR) reports. The post India: Christian Couple Released on Bail Amid Surge in Persecution appeared first […]
• India: Christian Woman Stripped and Brutalized by Hindu Nationalists on Boxing Day
  A Christian woman in India’s Odisha state is recovering after she was stripped naked and brutalized until she blacked out by Hindu nationalists enraged at her faith in Christ, Morning Star News (MSN) reports. The post India: Christian Woman Stripped and Brutalized by Hindu Nationalists on Boxing Day appeared first on Worthy Christian News.
• Dozens Of Christians Killed In Nigeria’s Christmas Season Attacks (Worthy News Focus)
  Investigators demanded Friday that Nigeria’s government ends “the reign of terror” against Christian communities after scores of Christians were killed by Islamic fighters in the last days of 2024. The post Dozens Of Christians Killed In Nigeria’s Christmas Season Attacks (Worthy News Focus) appeared first on Worthy Christian News.
• India Christians Reeling From Attacks (Worthy News Focus)
  Nearly 400 Christian leaders and 30 church groups have urged India’s government to defend the Christian minority after hundreds of attacks against Christians, including more than a dozen around Christmas. The post India Christians Reeling From Attacks (Worthy News Focus) appeared first on Worthy Christian News.

ynet – News

• The cry of European hostages in Iran January 16, 2025
  The deal that secured the release of Italian journalist Cecilia Sala from a Tehran prison last week has sparked outrage among other European detainees still held in Iran; Through recordings smuggled from their cells, they are urging their governments to take action to bring them home as well
• Senior Holocaust Memorial historian says free speech on Facebook has its limits January 16, 2025
  Experts warn that Meta's changes to the Facebook Moderation Policy and the move to a model of community notes may lead to increased online antisemitism and even election meddling
• Likud defends deal: 'Allows Israel to return to fighting under American guarantee' January 16, 2025
  It is the first time the party has published an official statement on the deal; Claims it will allow Israel to 'maintain full control of the Philadelphi Corridor and the security buffer that surrounds the entire Gaza Strip'
• Former hostage, partner of fallen soldier find love together in relationship blessed by soldier's father January 16, 2025
  Almog Meir Jan, rescued from Hamas captivity, is now in a relationship with Osher Hanum, former partner of fallen soldier Amit Ben Yigal; The couple has received blessings from Amit's father: 'She deserves to love and be loved'
• Biden and Trump collaborated on Gaza cease-fire, hostage-release deal - and they both want credit January 16, 2025
  Negotiations for the Gaza cease-fire deal gained traction following Trump’s election win, driven by a rare cooperation between his team and Biden’s, despite their ongoing rivalry; Both presidents claimed credit for the breakthrough, with Trump asserting his role in securing the deal, while Biden acknowledged the challenge but deflected questions about credit, responding, 'Is that […]
• Hostage release likely pushed to Monday, will coincide with Trump's inauguration January 16, 2025
  Deal has been officially announced, and prisoners to be released identified, but prime minister won't convene cabinet until every i dotted and t crossed; With Cabinet meeting likely delayed until Saturday night, release of first hostages delayed as well
• Ben-Gvir threatens resignation over proposed hostage deal, calls it ‘reckless’ January 16, 2025
  'This deal will erase the progress we have made and bring an end to the fighting' Ben-Gvir said; Earlier in the week he said that  'with our political power, we have managed to prevent the agreement so far' 
• Russia demands Hamas fulfill promise: 'We expect the release of Sasha Trupanov' January 16, 2025
  Moscow urges terror group to release hostage with Russian citizenship; 'Question of his speedy return raised during our regular contacts'; Moscow welcomes deal, saying: 'We believe agreement will contribute to establishment of independent Palestinian state with East Jerusalem as its capital'
• Rafael inks major deal to supply Israel with Iron Dome missiles using US aid January 16, 2025
  Deal will see Rafael supply a substantial number of interceptors to the IDF, and the package includes $5.2 billion earmarked specifically for enhancing Israel's air defense capabilities
• Paris theater shut down after occupation by hundreds of migrants it invited to free event January 16, 2025
  The Gaîté Lyrique Theatre in Paris faces bankruptcy as 300 migrants continue a forced occupation, halting operations and causing financial losses; Local authorities appeal to President Macron for intervention, with no housing solutions yet found for the stranded migrants 
• Teen from south who planned to join ISIS indicted January 16, 2025
   16-year-old resident of southern Israel charged with security offenses after an investigation by Shin Bet and police revealed he planned to join the Islamic State and was planning to prepare explosive devices for terror attacks. Indictment says he planned to 'establish a terror cell in Israel that would carry out attacks against Jews'
• 'Deal is underway': Cabinet, government to meet Friday, hostage release begins Sunday January 16, 2025
  Israeli officials announce that crisis over cease-fire and hostage release deal has been resolved; There was a last-minute dispute surrounding Hamas' demand for the release of 'symbolic' murderous terrorists; Now, officials say, 'The deal is irreversible'
• Miles of tunnels and thousands of terrorists: This is what Hamas looks like after the deal January 16, 2025
  Hamas still retains undiscovered tunnels, untouched brigades and thousands of terrorists, but much of its leadership has been eliminated; Despite significant IDF successes in Jabaliya, Beit Hanoun and across Gaza, the ground campaign is far from over and could continue for years
• Haifa man arrested after being caught on film brutally killing a cat January 16, 2025
  In a security camera video circulated on social media, the suspect is seen beating a cat to death near a pet store in Tirat Carmel; Police will ask the Haifa Magistrate's Court to extend his detention
• Israel used Iranian presence to move into Golan buffer zone, Syria's new ruler says January 16, 2025
  Ahmed al-Sharaa claimed that Israel used the presence of Iranian militias in Syria as an excuse to advance in the Golan Heights buffer zone, and now 'the pretext is not valid' and Israel should have 'no presence at all'
• Undocumented teens in Israel fight to enlist in IDF amid manpower shortage January 16, 2025
  Thousands of teens in Israel barred from IDF service due to status, attorneys push for permanent solution

Christian News Wire

• Southwest Church Hosts Weeklong Revival
  Southwest Church is happy to announce Revival 2025, a weeklong event filled with faith opportunities for you and your family. NEWS PROVIDED BY Southwest Church Jan. 16, 2025 INDIAN WELLS, Calif., Jan. 16, 2025 /Christian Newswire/ — Whether you’re exploring faith for the first time or longing for something more, Revival 2025 has something to offer. […]
• King, Gardner Call for Release of Persecuted Mother Bevelyn Beatty Williams
  Dr. Alveda C. King, Civil Rights for the Unborn and ​Dr. Day Gardner, National Black Pro-Life Union also co-Hosts of The Vision TV Show (WATC – Channel 57) NEWS PROVIDED BY Dr. Alveda King and Dr. Day Gardner Jan. 16, 2025 NEW YORK, Jan. 16, 2025 /Christian Newswire/ — On July 24, 2024, a Manhattan federal court […]
• Faith Leaders Hold Prayer and Consecration Service for Donald Trump’s Inauguration at the United States Capitol
  NEWS PROVIDED BY Christian Defense Coalition Jan. 16, 2025 WASHINGTON, Jan. 16, 2025 /Christian Newswire/ — Rev. Patrick Mahoney and Peggy Nienaber held a prayer and consecration service on Wednesday evening at the exact doorway Donald Trump will walk through before he is sworn in as the 47th President on January 20. Here is a link […]
• PJI Defeats Oregon’s Employment Appeals Board a Second Time in Unemployment Benefits Battle
  NEWS PROVIDED BY Pacific Justice Institute Jan. 16, 2025 SALEM, Ore., Jan. 16, 2025 /Christian Newswire/ — Thanks to the Pacific Justice Institute, Oregon’s Court of Appeals has overturned a decision denying a Christian healthcare worker unemployment benefits and ordered Oregon’s Employment Division to pay up. On Dec. 18, the Court of Appeals overturned the […]
• Christian Silence and Duplicity
  NEWS PROVIDED BY Fair Park Bible Fellowship Jan. 15, 2025 DALLAS, Jan. 15, 2025 /Christian Newswire/ — The following is submitted by Pastor Stephen E. Broden: 2025 has gotten off to a turbulent start. Many Americans are thrilled with Trump’s “second coming,” while others are filled with fear and uncertainty. No matter where one is […]
• Dr. Alveda King Delivers Call to Action in 2025
  Niece of Celebrated Civil Rights Activist Urges Country to Embrace Hope NEWS PROVIDED BY Alveda King Ministries Jan. 15, 2025 ATLANTA, Jan. 15, 2025 /Christian Newswire/ — Dr. Alveda King, niece of iconic civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., delivers a powerful call to action, urging the nation to come together in 2025. King […]
• Frostbite Evangelism in ‘Coldest Place On Earth’
  Slavic Gospel Association-supported missionaries brave temperatures 50 below freezing, trek miles across dangerous ice fields, to share gospel TO THE FROZEN ENDS OF THE EARTH: Local missionaries supported by U.S.-based Slavic Gospel Association (SGA, www.sga.org) battle frostbite in temperatures 50 below freezing and treacherous, icy terrain to share the gospel with people in the world’s […]
• Catholics in the New Congress Split on Abortion
  NEWS PROVIDED BY Catholic League Jan 13, 2025 NEW YORK, Jan. 13, 2025 \Christian Newswire\ The following is submitted by Bill Donohue (photo), President, Catholic League: The 119th session of the Congress that began on January 3 is overrepresented by Christians. While most are Protestant, 28 percent are Catholic. Nationwide, Christians make up 62 percent […]
• Biden’s Unlawful Title IX Changes Blocked Nationwide
  NEWS PROVIDED BY Liberty Counsel Jan. 10, 2025 COVINGTON, Ky., Jan. 10, 2025 /Christian Newswire/ — A Kentucky district court judge has blocked nationwide the Biden-Harris administration’s unconstitutional rewrite of a Title IX rule that would have allowed gender-confused males to compete in girls’ and women’s sports and invade their locker rooms and bathrooms. The […]
• Decenas de miles se manifestarán y marcharán en la 21.ª Caminata Anual por la Vida de la Costa Oeste el 25 de enero en San Francisco
  NEWS PROVIDED BY Caminata por la Vida de la Costa Oeste Jan. 9, 2025 SAN FRANCISCO, 9 de enero de 2025 /Christian Newswire/ — La 21.ª Caminata Anual por la Vida de la Costa Oeste sera encabezada este año por dos de los principales afroamericanos pro-vida del país, una médica y religiosa, y una sobreviviente […]