50+ TOP STORIES FROM ACROSS SOCIAL MEDIA

CBN – ‘Packed and Overflowing’: Fraternity, Sorority Members Transformed in Bible Study Spike at Clemson – Fraternity and sorority members at Clemson University are experiencing a spiritual awakening, with a surge in interest in Bible studies. Greek InterVarsity, a campus ministry, has seen a 43% increase in participation, with students gathering weekly to learn scripture and discuss their faith.

Christian Post – University’s ‘Gay in a Manger’ performance mocks Nativity, roils Christians – York St John’s University is facing backlash for allowing a gay-themed Nativity play, “A Gay in a Manger,” to be performed. The play, depicting Jesus as the “King of the Gays” and his parents as a lesbian couple, has been criticized as blasphemous and discriminatory towards Christians.

Fox News – Trump launches Christmas night airstrikes on ISIS ‘Terrorist Scum’ in Nigeria after killings of Christians – President Trump announced U.S. airstrikes in northwest Nigeria targeting ISIS militants accused of killing Christians. The strikes, conducted in coordination with Nigerian authorities, were described as decisive and a warning to ISIS.

Prophesy News Network – NY Times Joins War On Homeschooling, Challenges Parental Control In Education – The New York Times published an opinion piece arguing for increased government oversight of homeschooling, citing concerns about potential abuse and lack of socialization. The author, Stefan Merrill Block, uses his own negative homeschooling experience to advocate for nationwide regulations, including mandatory state registration of homeschooled children.

Christianity Today – Pro-life campaigner who silently prayed in abortion clinic buffer zone criminally charged – Isabel Vaughan-Spruce, a pro-life campaigner, has been criminally charged for silently praying near an abortion clinic in Birmingham. This is the first charge under the new “safe access zones” laws, which prohibit influencing abortion decisions, obstructing access, or causing distress.

Christian Warrior Training – The 10 Most Violent Church Attacks of 2025 – The article reviews the ten most violent incidents involving churches in 2025, highlighting the need for comprehensive security training. These incidents, ranging from shootings and stabbings to vehicle attacks and arson, underscore the diverse threats churches face. 

Christian Post – St. Andrew’s Chapel, founded by RC Sproul, votes overwhelmingly to leave PCA – A discussion about a church’s departure from the PCA denomination due to disagreements with the senior minister, Burk Parsons. The conversation touches on various topics, including church governance, financial support, and the role of denominations. 

Prophesy News Network – Franklin Graham Speaks At Pentagon’s First-Ever ‘Christmas Worship Service’ – The Pentagon hosted its first Christmas Worship Service, featuring a message from Franklin Graham. Graham emphasized God’s love and righteous judgment, highlighting the story of the Amalekites and the need for salvation through Jesus Christ.

Crosswalk – 5 Ways Older Believers Can Mentor the Next Generation in a Loud World – Older believers can mentor the next generation by sharing their experiences and wisdom, helping young people focus on their faith amidst a loud world.

CBN – Hobby Lobby Giving Away Half a Million Copies of Book Defending Biblical Christmas Story – Hobby Lobby is giving away 500,000 copies of Lee Strobel’s book, “The Case for Christmas,” to encourage sharing the Gospel during the holiday season. Strobel, who came to faith after investigating the Gospel, encourages believers to invite others to church, citing a Lifeway Research statistic showing many are open to attending if invited. 

Christian Post – Hegseth calls for overhaul of military Chaplain Corps, eliminates ‘New Age’ ‘spiritual fitness guide’ – Secretary of War Pete Hegseth announced plans to overhaul the military’s Chaplain Corps, focusing on religious ministry and eliminating secular influences. He criticized the “Army Spiritual Fitness Guide” for its lack of religious references and its emphasis on secular concepts like “consciousness” and “mindfulness.” Hegseth, a Christian, has been a controversial figure due to his faith and political views, including his stance on DEI initiatives and his public prayers.

Christian Voice – ‘Britain is a Christian nation’ teacher sacked – A London teacher was fired for telling Muslim students that Britain is a Christian country and for criticizing their religious practice of washing their feet in school sinks. The teacher was also referred to a safeguarding board and the police for alleged hate crimes, though the police later dropped their inquiry. 

Denison Forum – What does Christmas say about God? – Christmas reveals God’s nature through Jesus Christ. Jesus’ birth, life, and sacrifice demonstrate God’s power, compassion, and love. Unlike other deities, God chose to become human, experiencing our struggles and offering salvation.

Christian Post – Evangelicals, nones and non-denominational Christians reject AI-generated videos – A new study by Story Radius reveals that Evangelicals, non-denominational Christians, and those identifying with no religion are the leading groups opposing the rise of AI-generated videos on social media. The study found that over 80% of respondents feel AI videos detract from storytelling, with many expressing concerns about authenticity and emotional manipulation.

Graphs About Religion – The Most Republican Jobs in America? Start with the Church. – A new database, VRScores, links workplaces with voting records, revealing that people working in religious organizations are the most Republican of any large employment sector in the U.S. This finding aligns with the perception that religious organizations tend to lean right, with Republicans outnumbering Democrats by seven percentage points in this sector.

The Hill – Trump, allies lean into religious messaging on Christmas – President Trump and his Cabinet emphasized religious themes in their Christmas messages, highlighting the administration’s embrace of Christianity. This included airstrikes in Nigeria described as retribution for the killing of Christians, and social media posts from various departments featuring biblical messages. 

Christian Post – SWAT teams carry out mass arrests of Christians in China: report – Over 1,000 police, SWAT, and paramilitary units conducted a crackdown on Christian churches in Yayang Town, Zhejiang province, detaining hundreds. The operation targeted at least 12 congregations, with residents reporting roadblocks, confiscations, and restricted communication.

Prophesy News Network – A Very Woke Christmas: Progressive Churches Celebrate With Drag Performances – Progressive churches across the country are hosting drag performances and queer reinterpretations of the Christmas story, prioritizing inclusion and relevance over traditional theology. These events, such as “A Drag Christmas Spectacular” and “Drag Church: The Yassification of Ebenezer Scrooge,” reframe the nativity and Christmas as celebrations of self-expression and liberation from shame.

Prophesy News Network – AI Deepfakes Are Driving the Internet Toward Biometric Control – Deepfakes, powered by generative AI, are eroding trust in online identities and content. This erosion is driving the internet towards biometric control, where continuous identity validation through biometrics becomes the norm. While this promises security, it also raises concerns about constant surveillance and the potential for abuse of power.

Christian Post – 5 Christians sentenced to combined 50 years in Iranian prison: advocacy orgs – Five Iranian Christians were sentenced to a combined 50 years in prison for religious activities, including prayer, baptism, and distributing Bibles. The sentences were handed down by Tehran’s Revolutionary Court, with Pastor Joseph Shahbazian and Nasser Navard Gol-Tapeh receiving 10-year sentences each.

Daily Caller – ‘Murder Masquerading As Medicine’: Senate Ignores Bill On CCP’s Christian Organ Harvesting – The Stop Forced Organ Harvesting Act of 2025, aimed at curbing the Chinese Communist Party’s forced organ harvesting of cultural and religious minorities, has stalled in the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations for seven months.

Crosswalk – What Is the Origin and Meaning of the Christmas Tree? – The Christmas tree tradition has ancient roots, with evergreen trees symbolizing eternal life in various cultures. The modern Christmas tree tradition, however, is largely attributed to 16th-century Germany, where Christians decorated trees with candles and ornaments. The tradition spread to America in the 19th century.

Christian Post – US to boost Christian hospitals in Nigeria amid efforts to protect believers from violence – The U.S. and Nigeria signed a $5.1 billion health agreement to enhance faith-based healthcare, with $200 million allocated to Christian health facilities. This agreement aims to protect vulnerable Christian communities amid rising violence in Nigeria, particularly in the predominantly Muslim north and the religiously mixed Middle Belt.

Fox News – Oklahoma teaching assistant fired after uproar over flunking Christian student who referenced Bible in essay – A University of Oklahoma student, Samantha Fulnecky, received a zero on an assignment after referencing the Bible in her response to a scholarly article about gender norms. The teaching assistant, William “Mel” Curth, argued that the essay lacked empirical evidence and was offensive.

Christian Post – A Christmas devotion for tired, discouraged church leaders – The author shares a personal story of receiving an unexpected Christmas gift as a child, a bike, despite his family’s financial struggles. He uses this story to encourage pastors and church leaders who may be discouraged or disappointed with their church or congregation.

The Hill – HHS launches investigation of Seattle Children’s Hospital over transgender youth care – The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is investigating Seattle Children’s Hospital for providing gender-affirming care to transgender minors. This investigation, initiated under HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., could result in the hospital losing Medicare and Medicaid funding.

Just the News – California AG joins coalition of Democratic AGs to protect trans youth in sports – California Attorney General Rob Bonta joined 12 Democratic attorneys general in submitting an amicus brief opposing a legal challenge to Minnesota’s policies allowing transgender athletes to participate in female sports. The brief argues that excluding transgender athletes would violate Title IX’s prohibition on sex discrimination. 

Christian Post – Maine church sues UMC, claims denomination is wrongfully trying to take over property – Broad Cove Church of Cushing, Maine, is suing the UMC New England Annual Conference, claiming the denomination is attempting to take over its property. The church alleges the UMC is trying to enforce exclusive affiliation and rewrite its bylaws, despite the congregation’s non-denominational status. The lawsuit seeks a preliminary injunction to prevent the UMC from acquiring the church’s property.

Crosswalk – Texas Church Shares The Gospel With 1,000-Drone Show During Christmas Event – The Church on MastersRoad in Manvel, Texas, held its annual “Bright Lights” event, featuring a 1,000-drone light show that narrated the story of Christmas and shared the gospel. 

The Hill – HHS launches investigation of Seattle Children’s Hospital over transgender youth care – The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is investigating Seattle Children’s Hospital for providing gender-affirming care to transgender minors. The investigation is part of a broader Trump administration effort to end gender-affirming care for transgender youth nationwide.

Christian Post – Arizona man threatened with arrest after sharing Christian beliefs at Christmas festival: attorneys – David Hoffman, an Arizona resident, was threatened with arrest by Tucson city officials for sharing his Christian beliefs at the Winterhaven Festival of Lights. The First Liberty Institute, representing Hoffman, argues that the city’s actions violated his First Amendment rights and Arizona’s Religious Freedom Restoration Act.

Christian Warrior Training – Pastor STABBED While Preaching What Happened and How Churches Can Stay Safe? – A pastor at a Church of Christ in Pryor Creek, Oklahoma, was stabbed by a female suspect during a service. The attack was unprovoked and the pastor sustained injuries to his hand and chin while attempting to defend himself. 

Prophesy News Network – The Rich Theology Of Christmas Carols – Christmas carols, often overlooked for their theological depth, offer profound teachings about the Incarnation and the cosmic battle between good and evil. Songs like “Wexford Carol,” “God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen,” and “O Come, O Come Emmanuel” highlight the redemptive mission of Christ and God’s fulfillment of Old Testament promises. 

Crosswalk – What Is the History behind the Christmas Candlelight Service? – Christmas candlelight services celebrate Jesus as the Light of the World, encouraging believers to shine their light in the darkness. The tradition of candlelight services, often associated with mourning, takes on a new meaning during Christmas, symbolizing the collective light of the Christian community.

Prophesy News Network – New York’s Surrender To Euthanasia: Glorifying Suicide In The Name of Compassion – New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced the enactment of the “Medical Aid in Dying Act,” allowing terminally ill New Yorkers with a prognosis of six months or less to obtain lethal drugs to end their own lives starting in the summer of 2026. The article argues that assisted suicide is inherently coercive and devalues human life, particularly for vulnerable populations.

Christian Post – Judge files lawsuit seeking to overturn Supreme Court’s gay marriage ruling – Texas Judge Dianne Hensley, who stopped officiating weddings after the 2015 Supreme Court ruling on same-sex marriage, filed a lawsuit seeking to overturn the decision. She argues that officiating weddings is a form of speech and the ruling infringes on her religious freedom. 

Prophesy News Network – China Conducts Mass Arrests Of Christians Right Before Christmas – Hundreds of Christians in China were arrested in a crackdown by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) in the Zhejiang Province’s Yayang Town. The CCP, led by Chen Yixin, has been targeting Christians in the area for years, attempting to destroy church property and force compliance with CCP propaganda. 

Christian Post – ‘An early Christmas gift’: 130 abducted Catholic school students, staff freed in Nigeria – Nigerian officials announced the release of 130 students and staff abducted from St. Mary’s Catholic School in Niger state. The victims, kidnapped in a predawn raid on November 21, were freed after a month-long captivity. The release followed a military-intelligence-driven operation, according to a spokesperson for Nigerian President Bola Tinubu.

Christian Post – Mayor defends decision to drop prayer invite for priest after church hosted drag event
– The mayor of Keller, Texas, rescinded an invitation for Rev. Alan Bentrup to offer a prayer at a city council meeting after learning that Bentrup’s church hosted a pride event with a drag show. The mayor cited concerns that the event exposed children to inappropriate content, while Bentrup defended his church’s actions and community outreach efforts. 

BBC – The time bombs in the new Archbishop of Canterbury’s in-tray for 2026 – The Church of England faces ongoing challenges, particularly regarding same-sex blessings. While the General Synod approved prayers for blessing same-sex couples, the bishops later reversed course, requiring a two-thirds majority for stand-alone blessing services. This decision has intensified divisions within the church, with some advocating for same-sex marriage, while others oppose any blessing services.

Christian Post – Muslims block Christians from celebrating Christmas in Indonesia as police look on – Muslims in West Java Province, Indonesia, blocked Christians from attending a Christmas service on December 14th. The Christians, from the Huria Kristen Batak Protestant Church, were prevented from reaching their prayer post by a human wall of protestors. 

BBC – The anti-materialist Christmas: Rituals around the world that swap gifts for meaning – The article highlights seven Christmas traditions from around the world that emphasize meaning over materialism. These include Iceland’s book exchange and candlelit reading, Japan’s romantic Christmas Eve, Australia’s family cricket matches, Finland’s cemetery visits to honor ancestors, Ukraine’s spider-themed decorations, and Denmark’s homemade crafts.

CBN – Low-Key Celebrations Mark Christmas in Jerusalem: ‘What Better Place to Celebrate the Savior?’ – Christmas celebrations in Jerusalem are low-key due to the small Christian population, with limited decorations and festivities concentrated around December 25th. Despite challenges, Christians in Jerusalem, including those in the Christian Quarter, focus on the religious significance of the holiday, emphasizing the historical and spiritual aspects of the city.

Christian Post – The world is still dark — Christ is still the light – The world is still dark, but Christ is still the light. Despite the darkness surrounding us, Christians must remain steadfast in their faith and continue to defend the truth of the Gospel. Just as God used the circumstances of Christ’s birth to fulfill prophecy, He can use us to bring the message of salvation to those who are lost.

Crosswalk – Why Do We Celebrate Christmas on December 25? – The exact date of Jesus’ birth is unknown, but Christians celebrate Christmas on December 25th. This date was likely chosen to coincide with existing pagan festivals and to promote Christianity during Constantine’s rule. While the precise date remains a mystery, the historical evidence confirms Jesus’ existence and the significance of His birth.

Christian Post – Christians’ Scripture engagement shows hunger for in-depth Bible reading: study – A study by Logos, a Bible study platform, analyzed 76 million Bible study sessions from 2025. The report found that 2 Timothy 3:16 was the most-studied verse, Matthew was the most-studied book, and “Logos” was the most-searched Greek term. 

Just the News – Judge orders California to stop hiding gender transitions from parents, disclose parental rights – U.S. District Judge Roger Benitez granted summary judgment to parents and teachers against California’s gender secrecy policies, which allegedly conceal students’ gender identities from parents. The injunction prohibits state officials from misleading parents about their children’s gender presentation and using preferred names and pronouns without parental consent. 

Premier Christian News – Armenia imprisons half its archbishops amid church crackdown – Armenia has imprisoned half of its archbishops amid a crackdown on dissent, raising concerns about religious freedom. Prime Minister Pashinyan, facing public discontent, has fined citizens for social media posts, detained critics, and targeted the Armenian Apostolic Church.

Christian Post – Should churches and pastors share politics from the pulpit? History of the Johnson Amendment – “The Inside Story” podcast explores the topic of churches and pastors discussing politics from the pulpit. Billy Hallowell interviews Dr. Richard Land about the history of the Johnson Amendment and the balance between political discourse and religious freedom. 

Just the News – Gabbard suggests prominent Muslim group wants Shariah law, New Jersey city fires back – Tulsi Gabbard claimed that the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) called for Sharia law in the U.S. and criticized Paterson, New Jersey, for implementing Islamic principles.