30+ TOP STORIES FROM ACROSS SOCIAL MEDIA

Christian Post – Nicaragua bans tourists from bringing Bibles into the country – Nicaragua has banned tourists from bringing Bibles and other printed materials into the country. This restriction, part of a broader crackdown on civil liberties and religious expression, follows years of escalating limits on religious organizations, including shutdowns, surveillance, and arbitrary detentions of religious leaders. 

Graphs about Religion – The Nones Project: What Do They Believe? – The Nones Project, funded by the John Templeton Foundation, explored the beliefs of the non-religious in America. The study categorized Nones into four groups: Nones in Name Only (NiNos), Spiritual But Not Religious (SBNRs), Zealous Atheists (ZAs), and Dones. 

Christian Post – Fla. sues WPATH, other groups for pushing body mutilating trans surgeries for kids – Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier filed a lawsuit against the World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH), the Endocrine Society, and the American Academy of Pediatrics. The lawsuit alleges these organizations misled the public about transgender procedures for minors, claiming they promoted “gender-affirming care” without credible evidence of its benefits. 

Prophesy News Watch – Americans Believe Christmas Really Happened – But Fewer Know Why It Matters – Most Americans believe the Christmas story is real, but many lack a full understanding of its significance. While many acknowledge Jesus’ divine nature, fewer recognize His pre-existence before Bethlehem.

Christian Post – Germany: 5 arrested in Islamist-motivated plot to attack Christmas market – Five men, including an imam, were arrested in Germany for allegedly plotting an Islamist-motivated vehicle attack on a Christmas market in the Dingolfing-Landau district of Bavaria. The suspects, three Moroccans, an Egyptian, and a Syrian, were apprehended before they could act, following surveillance that uncovered their plans. 

Graphs about Religion – The Sharp Decline in Transgender Identification Among Young Adults – A significant decline in transgender identification among young adults is observed, particularly among those aged 18-22. The percentage of young adults identifying as transgender dropped from 8.6% in 2020 to 3.2% in 2024, with the most substantial decrease among those identifying as non-binary or other. 

Christian Post – You’re saved by being a good person — not – A recent report reveals that a majority of self-identified Christian Americans believe salvation is earned through good works, contradicting biblical teachings. This belief, prevalent among Catholics and some non-Catholics, may stem from misinterpretations of scripture, bad teachings, or a reluctance to accept salvation by grace alone.

Crosswalk – Hijacker Surrenders after Samaritans Purse Pilot Says God Loves You – A Samaritan’s Purse pilot in Africa successfully defused a hijacking attempt by telling the armed hijacker that God loves him. The hijacker, later identified as Yasir Mohammed Yusuf, surrendered after the pilot’s words. 

Premier Christian News – Elon Musk says he looks up to ‘the Creator’ more than anyone else – Elon Musk reaffirmed his belief in God, referring to “the Creator” as the person he looks up to the most. He believes the universe came from something, though he doesn’t label himself as a Christian. Musk has previously expressed support for Jesus’ teachings and encouraged his followers to attend church.

Crosswalk – Five Courageous Christians – The story of Elijah on Mount Carmel teaches about human vulnerability and God’s kindness. Despite witnessing God’s power, Elijah fell into depression, believing he was the only faithful believer left. 

PR Newswire – Gloo Unveils the First Benchmark Exposing How AI Misses Christian Worldview and Values – Gloo unveiled the Flourishing AI Christian (FAI-C) Benchmark, evaluating how well Large Language Models (LLMs) reflect Christian values. The benchmark reveals that leading models average a score of 61 out of 100 on a flourishing scale, with the lowest scores in the Faith dimension. Gloo aims to improve AI standards that support human flourishing from a Christian worldview.

Crosswalk – Revival or Reset? What 2025 Really Tells Us About Faith in America – The rise of the “nones” and Christian decline have temporarily stabilized, but a deeper search for meaning is emerging among younger generations. While there are encouraging signs of people exploring spirituality, particularly the Christian faith, it remains a minority report.

Prophesy News Watch – Welcome To Socialism: Why Nicaragua Is Afraid Of The Bible – Nicaragua, under the rule of Daniel Ortega and Rosario Murillo, is reportedly banning Bibles at its borders, treating them as contraband alongside weapons and surveillance equipment. This is part of a larger campaign against Christianity, with over 1,300 religious organizations having their legal status revoked since 2018. 

Fox News – Texas church depicts Holy Family in cage wrapped in barbed wire in nativity display – A Texas church, Oak Lawn United Methodist Church, sparked debate with a nativity scene depicting the Holy Family as migrants in a cage. The display, featuring signs like “Holy is the refugee,” aims to highlight migrant and refugee issues, emphasizing the importance of compassion and empathy. The church, known for its activism, previously painted its steps in rainbow colors and appointed openly gay pastors.

Prophesy News Watch – Hope In The Hallways: UniteUS Spiritual Awakening Spreads To High Schools – The UniteUS revival, which began at Auburn University in 2023, has spread to high schools, with over 1,000 teenagers surrendering their lives to Jesus Christ at the first-ever Unite High Schools event in Nashville. This movement, driven by student hunger for truth and authenticity, offers a clear presentation of the gospel and an invitation to surrender to Jesus Christ. 

Denison Forum – Jelly Roll explains his “new heart” to Joe Rogan – Jelly Roll, a country music artist, shared his transformative faith journey with Joe Rogan, emphasizing that Jesus offers a “new heart” rather than restoring the old one. This highlights the challenge and hope of Christianity, where believers are called to live out Christ’s character and light in the world. 

Crosswalk – Nicaraguan Crackdown on Christians Continues with Bible Ban on Tourists – Nicaragua has reportedly banned tourists from bringing Bibles and other religious materials into the country, raising concerns about freedom of religion and expression. The ban, confirmed by Tica Bus, also includes newspapers, magazines, books, drones, and cameras. 

MyNews – China’s Qwen and DeepSeek edge out US AI models in Christian values benchmark – Chinese AI models Qwen and R1 from Alibaba Cloud and DeepSeek, respectively, outperformed US models in a new benchmark testing alignment with Christian worldviews. The Flourishing AI Christian (FAI-C) benchmark, developed by Gloo, evaluated AI models based on their responses to questions demonstrating biblical grounding and moral clarity.

Christian Post – Operation Christmas Child aims to give over 12 million gift boxes to kids in need, opens new facility – Operation Christmas Child, a Samaritan’s Purse program, aims to distribute over 12 million gift boxes to children in need worldwide. Volunteers at the new Mid-Atlantic Ministry Center in Maryland are packaging over 1 million boxes filled with school supplies, personal care items, and toys. The program, which relies on volunteer labor, seeks to teach the importance of giving to the next generation.

Just the News – House passes legislation that makes performing transgender surgeries on minors a felony – The House passed the Protect Children’s Innocence Act, making it a felony for doctors to perform transgender surgeries on minors. The bill, introduced by Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, expands the definition of chemical castration and bodily mutilation to include transgender-related procedures. It also prohibits federal funds from being used for gender-affirming care.

Graphs about Religion – What 12 Denominations Tell Us About American Christianity – Ryan Burge has tracked membership data for twelve Protestant denominations in the United States for the past seven or eight years. This data, collected from various sources, provides insights into the changing landscape of American Protestantism. 

Christian Post – Pro-life leader seeks to make ‘peaceful civil disobedience’ new pillar of the pro-life mov’t – Pro-life leader Randall Terry is promoting “peaceful civil disobedience” as a new strategy for the pro-life movement. This includes organizing abortion clinic blockades and using arrests to raise awareness about the fight against abortion. 

Just the News – Hegseth to restore ‘faith and virtue’ in Chaplain Corps, replacing ‘self-help and self-care’ – Secretary of War Pete Hegseth announced an overhaul of the military Chaplain Corps, aiming to restore “faith and virtue” and move away from what he perceives as a focus on “self-help and self-care.” He criticized the Army’s spiritual fitness guide for emphasizing feelings and playfulness over God.

Crosswalk – 9 Signs of an Abusive Church – Abusive churches, while not all, exist and can cause spiritual, mental, and emotional harm. One major sign of an abusive church is authoritarian leadership, where one leader holds complete control with no checks and balances, often prioritizing their own needs over the congregation. 

Fox News – Massachusetts drops controversial gender ideology mandate for licensing foster care parents – Massachusetts has removed a requirement from its foster care licensing rules that mandated parents support and affirm the LGBTQIA+ identity of children in their care. This change comes after a federal warning and a lawsuit from Alliance Defending Freedom, arguing the policy violated religious freedom. 

Christian Broadcasting Network – Hegseth and Franklin Graham Preach Gospel at Pentagon Christmas Service: ‘Jesus Took Our Shame’ – U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth hosted the first-ever Pentagon Christmas worship service, featuring Christian music and a message from Franklin Graham. The event emphasized the true meaning of Christmas, highlighting the birth of Jesus and His sacrifice.

Just the News – HHS moves to block hospitals from performing gender surgeries on minors – The Department of Health and Human Services announced proposed regulations to block hospitals from performing gender-related treatments on minors. The regulations would prohibit surgeries, puberty blockers, and hormone treatments, citing potential irreversible damage. 

Christian News Network – Kirk Cameron doubles down, defends annihilationist view while others cite biblical warnings of eternal torment – Kirk Cameron defends his stance on the doctrine of Hell, questioning whether the suffering is eternal or if it ends in annihilation. He cites biblical passages and argues that terms like “destruction” and “second death” refer to the cessation of existence. While acknowledging the strong language of eternal torment in other passages, Cameron believes the question deserves careful consideration within the Church.

Christian Broadcasting Network – TPUSA Popularity Explodes: 500 Chapters in TX High Schools, 350,000 New Student Signups Nationwide – Texas is partnering with Turning Point USA to expand its Club America program to every high school in the state. The program aims to build networks, inspire conversations about free society, and encourage student voter registration. 

The Collision – David (Christian Movie Review) – The animated film “David” is praised for its beautiful animation, compelling storytelling, and adherence to the biblical source material. While it softens some of David’s rougher edges, it remains a faithful adaptation that focuses on his internal struggles and faith. 

Christian Broadcasting Network – ‘Take This Down’: Christians Join Long Line of Critics Over Trump’s Rob Reiner Post – President Trump faced backlash for his comments on Truth Social regarding the deaths of Rob Reiner and his wife. Trump attributed their deaths to Reiner’s alleged “Trump Derangement Syndrome,” sparking criticism from conservatives, politicians, and Christians.

Crosswalk – Western Civilization Faces Growing ‘Clash’ With Islamic Worldview, Mohler Warns – Theologian Albert Mohler argues that a fundamental clash exists between Islamic and Western civilizations, asserting that many Muslims do not embrace open society ideals. He contends that Islam is territorial and irreconcilable with Western civilization, citing the recent antisemitic attack in Australia as evidence. 

Christian Broadcasting Network – Islamic Terrorists Have a Favorite Target in Europe – Their Latest Christmas Plot Exposed – Christmas markets in Europe, particularly in Germany and France, have become targets for Muslim terrorists, with seven attacks since 2014. The latest plot involved five men, including a Muslim cleric, arrested in Germany for planning an attack.