Subtitle: A consolidation of this week's world headlines of interest to Christian readers.

Excerpt: A roundup of 40+ top stories from social media relevant to Christian readers. The stories cover a range of topics including religious freedom, political issues, technological advancements, and cultural trends, all viewed through a Biblical Christian Worldview. The stories highlight both positive developments and concerns within the Christian community.

Author: Jeff Hilles

40+ TOP STORIES FROM ACROSS SOCIAL MEDIA

Just the News – Minnesota faith group says more than 100 clergy members were arrested at airport in anti-ICE protest – Faith in Minnesota, a religious activist group, claimed over 100 clergy members were arrested during an anti-ICE protest at the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. The group, protesting against federal immigration enforcement, demanded airlines take a stand against ICE. The airport and law enforcement have not confirmed the number of arrests.

The Christian Post – Evangelicals decry Egypt’s new Easter paid leave policy. Here’s why – Egypt’s new Easter paid leave policy, granting leave only to private-sector Christian employees, has been condemned by Evangelical leaders and rights advocates. Critics argue the policy revives sectarianism, violates religious freedom, and contradicts Egypt’s constitutional guarantees of equal citizenship.

Prophesy News Watch – Police Ban ‘Walk With Jesus’ March In East London Over Fears Of Muslim Backlash – The Metropolitan Police banned a “Walk With Jesus” march in Whitechapel, citing concerns about potential Muslim backlash. This decision, framed as a safety precaution, sets a concerning precedent for religious freedom in Britain. 

The Christian Post – NHS drops case against Christian nurse accused of ‘misgendering’ pedophile – The NHS dropped a disciplinary case against nurse Jennifer Melle for “misgendering” a trans-identified pedophile inmate. The case was closed after months of internal proceedings and public pressure from politicians, including a petition and a letter signed by eight Members of Parliament. 

Christianity Today – Sex robots are becoming a thing: what are the ethical considerations for Christians? – Christian ethics must adapt to technological advancements, such as sex robots, which challenge traditional views on human relationships. While some see sex robots as a positive development, others argue they are dehumanizing and contribute to a culture that devalues women. 

Crosswalk – What ‘Two Are Better Than One’ Teaches Us about Christian Fellowship – Christian fellowship is essential for spiritual growth and unity within the body of Christ. The author emphasizes that believers are called to live in community, supporting and encouraging one another as they grow in their faith. 

The Christian Post – Founding pastor of Cities Church warns ‘Christ or chaos’ only choices amid growing hostility – Pastor Joe Rigney, former founding pastor of Cities Church in St. Paul, Minnesota, believes the recent anti-ICE protest at the church is a symptom of escalating cultural hostility in the United States. He argues that this hostility, encouraged by some government officials, is leading to violence and lawlessness against Christians. 

Prophesy News Watch – When the Church Becomes The Scapegoat For Transgender Tragedies – The article discusses the tragic death of Joshua Anthony Link, a transgender man who died by suicide after being terminated from his job at a church for wearing a French maid outfit and cat ears. The author argues that the church is being unfairly blamed for Link’s death and that the real issue lies in a culture that prioritizes affirmation over accountability and a lack of support for young people struggling with their identity. 

The Christian Post – March for Life attendees praise Trump’s pro-life policies, but want more action to end abortion – March for Life attendees praised the Trump administration’s pro-life efforts but expressed a desire for further action, particularly regarding Planned Parenthood funding and the Hyde Amendment. While some criticized Vice President JD Vance’s presence at the rally, others defended his attendance, emphasizing the importance of pro-life representation in the White House.

Christianity Today – 2025 was a record year for Bible sales — UK’s biggest Christian publisher asks why Gen Z is heading back into Church – UK Bible sales reached record highs in 2025, doubling since 2019, mirroring a reported increase in church attendance among Gen Z. The author suggests this trend may be driven by a desire for something beyond material success, a shift in church perceptions, and a willingness to embrace spiritual discipline. 

Joy News – Who represents evangelical Christians before the UN Human Rights Council? – The World Evangelical Alliance’s Geneva office represents over 600 million evangelical Christians at the UN Human Rights Council, advocating for human rights, freedom of belief, and global justice.

The Christian Post – Maryland county quits reciting Lord’s Prayer before meetings after atheist group protests – Wicomico County Council in Maryland will stop reciting the Lord’s Prayer at meetings after receiving a complaint from the Freedom From Religion Foundation. The council cited potential litigation costs as the reason for the change, despite County Executive Julie Giordano’s disagreement. 

Christian News Wire – Pro-Lifers Denounce Don Lemon Arrest, Call for the Repeal of FACE – Pro-life activists are denouncing the arrest of Don Lemon under the Freedom to Access Clinic Entrances Act (FACE) for disrupting a church service. They argue that FACE, originally intended to target large-scale protests at abortion clinics, is being misused against peaceful pro-life demonstrations. 

The Christian Post – Hispanic pastor says his church may close because of ICE raids; leaders call for reform at NHCLC event – Pastor Victor Martinez of New Generation Church in Minneapolis expressed concerns about his church’s potential closure due to a significant decline in attendance caused by ICE raids. He shared stories of community members being arrested and released without explanation, highlighting the fear and trauma experienced by his congregation. 

Crosswalk – Jelly Roll Preaches the Gospel on Netflix’s ‘Star Search’: ‘Jesus Is for Everybody’ – Country singer Jelly Roll joined contestant Bear Bailey on Netflix’s Star Search reboot to preach the gospel. Bailey, who has struggled with drug addiction like Jelly Roll, performed the song “Hard Fought Hallelujah” and testified to Jesus’ redemptive power. 

The Western Journal – Local School Board Member Arrested for Storming Minnesota Church in Anti-ICE Tantrum – Chauntyll Louisa Allen, a St. Paul Public Schools Board member, was arrested for disrupting a church service at Cities Church in St. Paul, Minnesota. Attorney General Pam Bondi announced the arrest, stating that attacks on places of worship will not be tolerated. 

The Christian Post – 2 Christian nurses acquitted of blasphemy in landmark court ruling – Two Christian nurses in Pakistan were acquitted of blasphemy charges after a four-year legal battle. The nurses were accused of defiling a sticker with an Islamic inscription, leading to threats and an attempted lynching. 

Christian News Wire – HHS Bars Research Using Human Fetal Tissue from Elective Abortions – The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) ended the use of human fetal tissue from elective abortions in agency-funded research. This policy, effective immediately, applies to all HHS agencies, including the National Institutes of Health (NIH), and promotes the use of modern research models like organoids and tissue chips. 

The Christian Post – Patriots, Seahawks stars thank God after advancing to the Super Bowl: ‘Wouldn’t be here without Him’ – New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye and Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba thanked God after their teams advanced to Super Bowl LX. Both athletes have previously expressed their Christian faith publicly.

Crosswalk – What Does the Bible Teach Us about Living Under Imperfect Leadership? – The article discusses how to live under imperfect leadership, using the example of Daniel in the Old Testament. It highlights that even in difficult times, like those faced by Daniel and Paul, believers are called to respect and submit to governing authorities.

Anglican Link – US Ambassador to Israel responds to Patriarchs and Heads of Churches in Jerusalem statement on Christian Zionism – The US Ambassador to Israel responds to a statement from non-evangelical churches in Israel regarding Christian Zionism. The Ambassador, who identifies as an evangelical Christian, believes in the authority of Scripture and God’s covenant with the Jewish people.

The Christian Post – Is it always the women? – The article draws parallels between George Orwell’s “1984” and contemporary leftist activism, particularly highlighting the role of women. It suggests a correlation between the rise of women in leftist political activities and a decline in religious belief, particularly among women. 

Christianity Today – Young adults driving renewed interest in Christianity, research finds – A new report from the Evangelical Alliance reveals that young adults are a significant group among those coming to Christian faith in the UK. The report highlights the importance of authenticity, Scripture, and community in their faith journeys, with many young adults drawn to Christianity for its truth and the experience of being loved by Jesus.

The Christian Post –  Mob who stormed Cities Church told kids their parents were ‘Nazis’ who were ‘going to burn in Hell’: affidavit – A group of anti-ICE activists disrupted a church service in Minnesota, verbally abusing women and children, and telling children their parents were “Nazis.” The incident, which involved around 40 protesters, was part of a coordinated operation targeting the church due to a pastor’s alleged involvement with ICE. 

Graphs about Religion – The Political Takeover: Why Ideology, Not Faith, Drives the Culture War – The article explores the drivers of polarized views on social issues in the U.S., comparing the influence of religiosity and political ideology. While religiosity impacts views on issues like abortion and same-sex marriage, the author argues that partisanship is more significant. 

Crosswalk – 10 Ways a Pastor Can Tell if He’s Lazy – The article discusses ten signs that a pastor may be lazy, including procrastination, impatience, and immaturity. It emphasizes that laziness in ministry is often a result of a lack of focus and commitment to God’s work. 

Just the News – Poll shows most Americans support legal limits to abortion – A Knights of Columbus-Marist Poll shows that 67% of Americans support legal limits on abortion, with exceptions for rape, incest, or to save the mother’s life. The poll also reveals strong support for pregnancy resource centers (84%) and for healthcare professionals with religious objections to abortion not being legally required to perform them (63%). 

The Christian Post – DC church sees 2,000% growth as Gen Z, millennials seek answers through faith – King’s Church DC, a nondenominational church in Washington, D.C., has experienced a 2,000% growth in attendance over the past seven years, primarily driven by Gen Z and millennials. The church attributes this growth to a renewed interest in faith following the COVID-19 lockdowns and the assassination of Charlie Kirk. 

The Christian Post – Democrat congresswoman claims anti-ICE mob had ‘every right’ to storm Minnesota church service – Democratic Congresswoman Adelita Grijalva defended protesters who disrupted a Minnesota church service, arguing they had the right to protest after discovering a pastor was an ICE agent. The protesters, including members of the Racial Justice Network and Black Lives Matter Minnesota, were upset about the arrest of illegal immigrants and the fatal shooting of Renee Good by a federal immigration officer. 

Crosswalk – DOJ Arrests 3 Over Minn. Church Protest: ‘We Will Protect Americans of Faith’ – Three individuals were arrested by the U.S. Department of Justice for organizing an anti-ICE protest that disrupted a worship service at Cities Church in St. Paul, Minnesota. The arrests were made under federal laws protecting the right to worship.

Premier Christian News – Appeals court rejects DOJ push to charge more people over Minnesota church protest – A U.S. appeals court rejected the Justice Department’s request to charge five more individuals involved in a Minnesota church protest. The court found the department’s request unprecedented and noted that prosecutors have alternative methods to pursue charges. 

The Christian Post – Trump DOJ asks court to pause lawsuit challenging FDA approval of mail-order abortion drugs – The Trump administration requested a federal court to pause Louisiana’s lawsuit challenging the mailing of the abortion drug mifepristone. The DOJ argues that the FDA is reviewing the drug’s safety and it should remain available during this process. 

Just the News – Trump administration gives pro-lifers a few wins while protecting the holy grail: abortion pills – The Trump administration made policy changes to align with pro-life activists’ demands, including halting NIH funding for research using fetal tissue from elective abortions and pausing new human embryonic stem cell line submissions. 

Crosswalk – Florida Judge Bars Church from Holding Services Inside Its Property at Strip Mall – A Florida church is appealing a court order barring it from holding in-person worship services at its property in a strip mall. The property association claims public assemblies are prohibited under the shopping center’s covenants.

The Christian Post – Is your church ready for the next American Revival? – A “quiet revival” is emerging in America, marked by increased Bible reading and public figures exploring faith. However, many churches risk missing this movement due to outdated structures focused on maintenance rather than momentum. 

Christian Warrior Training – Incident Debrief: Man Stabbed After Being Questioned About His Christian Faith – A man in Parkland, Washington, was stabbed after being questioned about his Christian faith by a suspect who persisted despite the victim’s attempts to disengage. The suspect, later found armed with knives, was shot and killed by law enforcement. 

The Christian Post – Fount Church NYC pastors under fire over remote leadership, allegations of excessive spending – Fount Church NYC pastors Josh and Georgie Kelsey are facing backlash for allegedly moving to Australia without informing the church and for $1.4 million in undocumented credit card expenses. The church claims the expenses were approved and plans to enhance financial transparency.

Crosswalk – Americans’ Confidence in Pastors, and Other Professions, Keeps Falling, Poll Finds – A Gallup survey found that only 27% of Americans rate the honesty and ethics of clergy as high or very high, a record low. While trust in pastors has declined over the past decade, it remains higher than professions like Congress and telemarketers.

The Christian Post – New movement seeks to mobilize churches in push to overturn landmark gay marriage ruling – The Greater Than campaign, led by Them Before Us, aims to overturn the 2015 Supreme Court decision legalizing same-sex marriage. The campaign, supported by organizations like Focus on the Family and The Colson Center, seeks to mobilize churches and change public opinion about the impact of same-sex marriage on children. 

Graphs about Religion – When Are Half Your Members Going to be Dead? –
Many major denominations are facing a demographic crisis, with a significant portion of their members being older adults. This trend is particularly pronounced in mainline Protestant denominations like Episcopalians, Lutherans, and Methodists, but also affects some evangelical groups like Southern Baptists. 

The Christian Post – Can we blame the Nigerian gov’t now? 160 Christians kidnapped while in churches – Armed terrorists abducted at least 160 Christians from three churches in Kaduna State, Nigeria, despite prior warnings of imminent danger in the area. The Nigerian government initially denied the mass kidnapping, only acknowledging it after evidence was presented. 

Just the News – Illinois Gov Pritzker gets pushback over move to ‘expand and expand and expand’ on abortion – Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker announced the launch of the Prairie State Access Fund, a new initiative to strengthen reproductive and sexual health care access in Illinois. The fund will connect donor support with organizations protecting and expanding reproductive health access. 

The Christian Post – When Trump admin declared open war on gender ideology this happened – President Trump has been vocal in defending biological reality, criticizing Supreme Court justices who support men competing in women’s sports. He promised to restore biological sanity to society, including keeping men out of women’s sports and removing transgender ideology from schools. 

Crosswalk – Why Do So Many Megachurches Seem Corrupt? – Megachurches, defined as having over 2,000 members, are often criticized for being personality-driven, lacking accountability, and prioritizing entertainment over spiritual growth. While some concerns are valid, attributing corruption to the entire megachurch model is unfair, as it often stems from individual leaders.

The Christian Post – When Trump’s ‘Art of the Deal’ clashes with the sanctity of life – The article argues that President Trump’s recent suggestion of flexibility on the Hyde Amendment, which bars federal funding for elective abortions, is a betrayal of pro-life principles. The author, the president of Colorado Christian University, emphasizes the importance of upholding the Hyde Amendment as a moral imperative and a matter of conscience for many Americans.

Answers in Genesis – Is America “Turning Against Gay People”? – A New York Times opinion piece claims that support for gay people is declining in America, particularly among young people. The author suggests that this shift might be influenced by online influencers who promote a worldview that, while aligning with some conservative values, is not biblically based.

Crosswalk – TruPlay Games Blames Google and TikTok for Minimizing Christian Content – Christian digital media company TruPlay Games reports widespread ad rejections from Google and TikTok since 2023. Google cites “Religious belief in personalized advertising” as the reason, while TikTok banned ads featuring cartoon images of Jesus.

Christian Leaders – ‘Christianity Is True, Islam Is Not’—Shane Pruitt Explains Key Differences Between the Faiths – Evangelist Shane Pruitt, director of next-gen evangelism for the Southern Baptist Convention, outlined key differences between Christianity and Islam. He stated that Christianity is true, emphasizing the Trinity, Jesus’ divinity and role as Savior, and salvation by grace through faith.