A short Psalm with a lot of meaning! We talk about the depth and meaning of the name of God. Does he want us to know it? We also talk about rejoicing and finding our joy in Him.
“Then They Will Know”- Psalm 63, Through the Bible series
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Monthly Archives: July 2025
Weekly News Brief 7/30/25
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In a groundbreaking shift that could reshape the future of the Middle East, several Arab nations–including Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt–joined Western allies Tuesday in calling for Hamas to disarm and relinquish its control over the Gaza Strip. The joint declaration, signed by 17 countries along with the European Union and the Arab League, marks a historic rebuke of the terror group by regional powers that have previously maintained more cautious stances.
Macron Announces France Will Recognize Palestinian State, Israeli Leaders Slam Move as ‘Prize for Terror’ – Jul.24.2025
Trump Administration Rejects WHO Health Regulations, Citing Sovereignty and Civil Liberties – Jul.20.2025
France, Saudi Arabia to Host Two-State Solution Conference in Late July – Jul.12.2025
Breaking World News
One of the strongest earthquakes ever measured struck off the eastern coast of Russia on Wednesday local time, triggering tsunami warnings on the entire U.S. West Coast, Hawaii, southern Alaska, and British Columbia, as well as parts of Japan, Chile, Ecuador, and the Solomon Islands.
Fukushima Fuel Debris Removal Delayed Until at Least 2037
The timeline for dismantling Japan’s crippled Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant has suffered a major setback, as the Tokyo Electric Power Company Holdings (TEPCO) announced Tuesday that full-scale removal of melted nuclear fuel debris will be delayed until at least 2037—several years later than initially planned.
Trump Says Russia Must Halt Fighting ‘In 10 Days’ After 22 Are Killed In Ukraine
U.S. President Donald J. Trump said he would give Russia 10 more days “from today” to reach a truce with Ukraine, after scores of people were reported killed and injured overnight in massive Russian air strikes on numerous Ukrainian cities and villages.
Landslide Blamed for Deadly Train Derailment in Southwest Germany
Trump Threatens Russia With Sanctions Within 12 Days
Protests In India Against Detention Nuns
Trump Pushes Ahead With Reshaping Global Trade
Trump Shortens Deadline for Putin to End Ukraine War, Threatens New Sanctions
Thailand, Cambodia Agree To Hold Truce Talks After Deadly Clashes
Breaking Israel News
Israel Warns Hamas: Accept Ceasefire or Face Annexation of Gaza Border Areas
Israel has delivered a stark warning to Hamas through international mediators: agree to the current ceasefire and hostage release proposal within days, or face the annexation of territory surrounding Gaza’s perimeter. The warning, reported by Channel 13, comes as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and top advisors met to assess the stalled negotiations and evaluate next steps amid growing impatience in Jerusalem.
Britain To Recognize Palestinian State If Israel Continues Gaza War
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said Tuesday that Britain would formally recognize a Palestinian state by September, if Israel does not stop its war against Hamas in Gaza in a move that was due to anger Israeli politicians.
Huckabee Slams UN, NYT, and Hamas Over Gaza Aid “Chaos”
U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee on Sunday sharply criticized the United Nations, The New York Times, and Hamas for what he called a “complete balagan”–the Hebrew word for chaos–regarding the distribution of humanitarian aid in Gaza. In a post on X, Huckabee accused the three of spreading propaganda that derailed ceasefire efforts, discredited legitimate aid operations, and ultimately prolonged the suffering of hostages and civilians.
U.S. Rejects U.N. Two-State Solution Conference, Calls It a “Publicity Stunt”
Israel Announces Daily Tactical Pauses in Gaza to Facilitate Humanitarian Aid Amid Ongoing War
Israel Starts Airdrops of Humanitarian Aid (Worthy News In-Depth)
Britain, France, Germany Accuse Israel Of ‘Gaza Catastrophe’
Israel, U.S. Recall Negotiators from Qatar as Hostage Talks Stall Over Hamas Demands
Wave of Antisemitic Violence Sweeps Europe as Israelis Targeted Amid Rising Tensions
Breaking U.S. News
U.S. Economy Surges 3% in Q2, Defying Wall Street Expectations
The U.S. economy surged past forecasts in the second quarter of 2025, growing at a robust 3% annualized rate, according to new data released by the Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA). The figure marks the strongest performance since Q3 2024, when GDP rose 3.1%, and significantly exceeds Wall Street’s consensus estimate of 2.5%.
Obama Administration Scrutiny Intensifies With Call For New Clinton Investigation
President Donald Trump’s allies are doubling down on investigations into members of the Obama administration, with two Republican lawmakers calling for a deeper investigation into former U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton’s “email controversy.”
Jailed Maxwell Appeals Conviction For Sex Trafficking Citing Epstein Deal
Ghislaine Maxwell, the British socialite and convicted sex trafficker linked to the late financier Jeffrey Epstein, has asked the U.S. Supreme Court to review and overturn her conviction, arguing that she was protected under a non-prosecution deal Epstein reached with federal prosecutors more than a decade ago.
Report: 33% Of American Adults Had Mental Illness Or Substance Use Disorder In 2024
Federal Judge Blocks Planned Parenthood Defunding
Bongino Teases Explosive Discoveries of Government Corruption, Pledges Truthful Investigations
Scandals Heat Up Washington As Congress Begins To Simmer
Republicans Target China As Security Threat To U.S. Real Estate, Schools, Farmland
Senate Democrats Block GOP Resolution to Unseal Epstein Files Despite Past Calls for Transparency
HHS Removes Mercury-Based Preservative from All U.S. Flu Vaccines
U.S. Jobless Claims Dip Again, But Signs Point to a Softening Labor Market
Breaking Christian News
Kidnappers Kill 35 Hostages In Nigeria Despite Receiving Ransoms
Kidnappers in Nigeria have killed at least 35 people they abducted from a village in the country’s northwestern Zamfara state despite ransoms being paid for their release, officials said Tuesday.
Interfaith Couple Found Murdered in Pakistan, Igniting Debate
The bodies of a young interfaith couple were discovered in southeastern Pakistan after Muslim family members protested against the marriage of the Muslim woman to a Christian, sources told Worthy News on Tuesday.
Through the Bible series, Psalm 62: “A Cheerful Heart Makes a Good Healing”
Today’s Psalm addresses, who all glory belongs to, that we have all we have because of Him, how all will proclaim their own goodness. How none of us are immune to being deceived, and the many benefits of a cheerful heart!
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Weekly News Brief 7/23/25
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Trump Administration Rejects WHO Health Regulations, Citing Sovereignty and Civil Liberties The Trump administration announced Friday that the United States is formally rejecting a series of controversial amendments to the World Health Organization’s (WHO) International Health Regulations (IHR), saying the changes would grant sweeping new powers to the UN health body and undermine American sovereignty.
France, Saudi Arabia to Host Two-State Solution Conference in Late July – Jul.12.2025
Khamenei Reemerges on Sacred Shiite Day, Framing War as Spiritual Triumph – Jul.7.2025
Artificial Intelligence Taking Over Britain’s Health Service Within 10 Years (Worthy News Focus) – Jul.4.2025
Breaking World News
UK and Turkey Sign Preliminary Eurofighter Deal Amid Regional Tensions The United Kingdom and Turkey have signed a preliminary agreement for the sale of Eurofighter Typhoon jets, marking a pivotal development in Ankara’s ongoing effort to modernize its air force and deepen strategic ties with NATO allies. The memorandum of understanding (MoU), signed Wednesday during the International Defense Industry Fair in Istanbul, was inked by Turkish Defense Minister Yaşar Güler and UK Defense Secretary John Healey.
Christians Form Human Chain to Shield Munich Synagogue from Anti-Israel Protest In a powerful act of solidarity and defiance against rising antisemitism, several hundred people, including around 750 Christians, formed a human chain around Munich’s main synagogue on Friday evening as a large and aggressive pro-Palestinian protest marched past, chanting anti-Israel slogans and glorifying Hamas terrorism.
Thousands Protest Against Ukraine’s Government Over Corruption Concerns (Worthy News In-Depth) Thousands protested in Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities against a law weakening anti-corruption bodies in the largest anti-government rallies since Russia’s full-scale invasion over three years ago.
Russia Attacks Ukraine Ahead Of Peace Talks
Iran and Russia Launch Naval Drills in Caspian Sea
“We Cannot Give Up” Nuclear Program Because of National Pride, Iranian Leader Tells Fox
Trump Vows More Strikes on Iran if Nuclear Program Resumes: “We Will Do It Again, If Necessary”
Poland Withdraws Ambassador From Hungary Over “Hostile Act”
Russia Launches Massive Strikes On Ukraine; Kyiv Also Hit
19 Killed As Bangladesh Air Force Plane Crashes Into School (Video)
E3 Powers and Iran Set for Crucial Nuclear Talks as Snapback Deadline Looms
Breaking Israel News
Knesset Declares Support for Israeli Sovereignty Over Judea, Samaria, and Jordan Valley in Landmark Vote In a decisive political statement, the Israeli Knesset voted overwhelmingly Wednesday in favor of a non-binding resolution declaring support for the application of full Israeli sovereignty over Judea, Samaria, and the Jordan Valley — territories comprising what is internationally referred to as the West Bank. The symbolic resolution passed 71-13, reflecting wide backing among the governing coalition and some members of the opposition.
US, Israel, Syria Talk Amid Deadly Attacks on Druze and Christians Senior officials from the United States, Israel, and Syria are due to meet Thursday to negotiate urgent security arrangements in southern Syria, after a week of deadly sectarian violence and Israeli military strikes targeting Syrian forces near Damascus.
‘Jews Not Welcome In Greece’: Protesters Block Israeli Cruise Ship Hundreds of pro-Palestinian protesters blocked Israeli tourists from disembarking in Greece on Tuesday, forcing an Israeli-owned cruise ship carrying 1,600 passengers to reroute to Cyprus.
Trump Administration Withdraws U.S. from UNESCO Over ‘Anti-Israel Bias’ and ‘Woke Agenda’
Christian Visa Dispute in Israel Resolved After U.S. Ambassador’s Intervention
Israel Strikes Houthi Targets at Yemen’s Hodeida Port in Retaliation for Missile Attacks
Israel To Investigate Alleged Massacre Of Gaza Aid Seekers (Video)
IDF Launches Ground Operations in Deir al-Balah Amid Escalating Regional Tensions
Pope Wants Ceasefire After Israeli Strike Hits Church In Gaza, Killing 3
Israel Defends Syrian Druze Amid Sweida Bloodbath; Erdogan Condemns Strikes as ‘Terrorism’
Breaking U.S. News
White House Grieving as Idaho Student Killer Bryan Kohberger is Sentenced to Life The White House on Wednesday expressed “grief and sorrow” for the families of four slain University of Idaho students after Bryan Kohberger, 30, was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole for their brutal murders in 2022.
New York Settles with Christian Photographer in Free
New York State has agreed to settle a years-long legal battle with Emilee Carpenter, a Christian wedding photographer, by paying $225,000 in legal fees and pledging not to enforce laws that would compel her to photograph same-sex weddings against her religious convictions. The settlement, finalized Tuesday, ends four years of litigation and marks a major victory for free speech and religious liberty.
Declassified Report Reveals Obama-Era Intelligence on Trump-Russia Ties Was Flawed and Politicized A newly declassified House Intelligence Committee report has ignited a political firestorm by revealing that the Obama administration’s 2017 Intelligence Community Assessment (ICA) claiming Russian President Vladimir Putin supported Donald Trump’s 2016 presidential bid was based on unreliable intelligence and violated established analytical standards.
BP Agents Continue To Arrest Iranians, Weapons Traffickers At Northern Border
Federal Judge Partially Blocks Trump-Era Defunding of Planned Parenthood
Johnson Shuts Down House Early Amid Epstein Pushback
CBO: ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’ Will Add $3.4 Trillion To Federal Deficit By 2034
President Trump Celebrates Historic Achievements in First Six Months of Second Term
Nightclub Chaos in Los Angeles: Dozens Injured As Car Plows Into Crowd, Driver Shot
Breaking Christian News
Sudan Christian Leaders Condemn Destruction Pentecostal Church Christian leaders have condemned the recent destruction of a Pentecostal Church building in the Sudanese capital Khartoum, calling it part of an increase in persecution against Christians in Sudan.
Muslims Kill Relative For Accepting Christ In Uganda A 37-year-old man was killed by his Muslim relatives in eastern Uganda after converting to Christianity and openly praying to Jesus, according to multiple Christian sources.
Christianity Resurging as Gospel Music Booms on Streaming Platforms
London Council Reverses Street Preaching Ban After Legal Challenge by Pentecostal Church
Iranian Christian Convert Deported from Turkey, Arrested Upon Return to Iran
Christian Man Detained Over Blasphemy Accusations In Pakistan
Christians Targeted in Indonesia’s West Java as Mobs Attack Homes and Churches
Psalm 61: “The Rock that is Higher”
Today’s Psalm is about keeping our vows and the Covenant we make with God. How no matter who we are, male or female, when we enter into a relationship with God we become a part of His bride and His helpmeet, and the high calling it is to have a relationship with the Rock that is Higher than us all.
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Listen to our song to this Psalm here!
Psalm 60: “Heart Cry to God,” Through the Bible series
Today’s Psalm is a cry for God to Turn back to us, heal the earth, and revive us again.
We also address the attitude “I’ve tried God and he didn’t work” and what’s wrong with that perspective.
God in the good and bad times
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Weekly News Brief 7/15/25
Featured Stories
France, Saudi Arabia to Host Two-State Solution Conference in Late July
France and Saudi Arabia will convene a high-level international conference aimed at advancing the two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict on July 28-29, multiple diplomatic sources confirmed Friday.
Khamenei Reemerges on Sacred Shiite Day, Framing War as Spiritual Triumph – Jul.7.2025
Artificial Intelligence Taking Over Britain’s Health Service Within 10 Years (Worthy News Focus) – Jul.4.2025
Pentagon: U.S. and Israeli Strikes Set Back Iran’s Nuclear Program by Up to Two Years – Jul.2.2025
Breaking World News
President Donald Trump on Tuesday announced a preliminary trade deal with Indonesia, just days after threatening a 32% tariff on the Southeast Asian nation. The agreement marks the fourth such deal since Trump launched his aggressive “reciprocal tariffs” campaign in April aimed at closing America’s trade deficit and boosting U.S. exports.
Pakistan Commission To Investigate Abuse Of Blasphemy Laws(Worthy News In-Depth)
One of Pakistan’s most influential courts ruled Tuesday that a judicial commission will investigate the abuse of blasphemy legislation in a historic move that could impact minority Christians, a senior lawyer confirmed to Worthy News.
Trump’s Tariff Threat Sparks EU Alarm as $2 Trillion Trade Relationship Hangs in the Balance
European Union leaders issued sharp warnings Monday after President Donald Trump threatened to impose sweeping 30% tariffs on EU imports by August 1, a move they say would severely disrupt nearly $2 trillion in annual trade between the two economic powerhouses.
Trump Threatens 100% Tariffs on Nations Trading with Russia if Peace Deal Isn’t Reached in 50 Days
Poor Nations Paying Millions To Trump-Linked Lobbyists (Worthy News Investigation)
Trump To Impose 30% Tariff On Eu, Mexico
Russia, North Korea Deepen Military Ties In Ukraine As Clashes Intensify
Trump Announces NATO Deal to Arm Ukraine, Slams Russia Over Escalating Attacks
Peace Plan: Ukraine Split Up Feared
Europe Mourns At 30th Anniversary Of Srebrenica Massacre
Catholic Priest Disappears In Colombia
Ukraine’s President Urges Marshall Plan After Massive Attacks; US Frustrated
Breaking Israel News
IDF Eliminates Senior Hamas, Islamic Jihad Commanders in Major Gaza Strike Campaign
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF), in coordination with the Shin Bet internal security agency, has carried out a sweeping two-week campaign targeting senior Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad (PIJ) operatives involved in restoring the groups’ military infrastructure in Gaza, the military announced Sunday.
Israel, Hamas Edge Closer to Ceasefire Deal as Qatar-Led Gaza Reconstruction Takes Shape
Israel has agreed in principle to allow Qatar and other countries to begin funding the reconstruction of the Gaza Strip under the terms of a proposed ceasefire, according to a report by Ynet and confirmed by regional sources familiar with the ongoing negotiations in Doha.
Israel and EU Agree to Expand Humanitarian Aid to Gaza
Israel and the European Union have reached a key agreement to expand humanitarian aid access to Gaza, EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas announced Thursday. The deal includes increasing the number of aid trucks, reopening multiple border crossings, and restoring key infrastructure.
Hostage Deal Nearing Final Stage as Israel, Hamas Haggle Over IDF Presence in Gaza During Ceasefire
IDF Raids in Southern Lebanon Target Hezbollah Weapon Sites and Infrastructure
Trump, Netanyahu Unveil Controversial Postwar Gaza Vision Amid Ceasefire Push and Regional Strikes
Iranian Missiles Struck Five Israeli Military Bases During 12-Day War, Satellite Data Reveals
Netanyahu Hails Trump Partnership in White House Dinner Focused on Iran, Gaza, and Abraham Accords
Lebanon Responds to U.S. Disarmament Plan as Tensions Flare with Israel
Israel Launches ‘Operation Black Flag’ Against Houthi Ports in Yemen Following Red Sea Ship Attack
Netanyahu Heads to Washington as Trump Pushes ‘Deal of the Century’
Breaking U.S. News
Wave of Violence Against ICE Sparks Federal Crackdown: Homan Say ‘This Stops Now’
A surge in violent attacks against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers has sparked a strong federal crackdown, with President Trump, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, and Border Czar Tom Homan vowing “zero tolerance” for assaults on law enforcement.
Supreme Court Green Lights Education Department Layoffs
The U.S. Supreme Court is allowing President Donald Trump to move forward with broad layoffs within the Department of Education as a part of his campaign promise to reduce the size and cost of the federal government.
Four ‘1-in-1,000-Year’ Storms Strike U.S. in Seven Days
In a week that defied probability and stunned the nation, an extraordinary string of weather catastrophes swept from Texas to Illinois—four separate “1-in-1,000-year” floods that turned roads into rivers, homes into wreckage, and left at least 125 dead.
9 Killed As Fire Hits Massachusetts Care Home; Dozens Injured
Supreme Court Green Lights Education Department Layoffs
Senate Approves Disaster Tax Relief Bill, Heads To Trump For Signature
On Anniversary Of Trump Attack, Secret Service ‘Laser-focused’ On Agency Reform
USDA: 45m Acres Of American Land Owned By Foreign Entities
Federal Judge Blocks Trump’s Birthright Citizenship Order Amid Ongoing Legal Battle
Supreme Court Clears Path for Trump Administration to Proceed with Federal Workforce Cuts
Trump Administration Launches Crackdown on Chinese Ownership of U.S. Farmland
Breaking Christian News
John MacArthur, Influential Pastor and Theologian, Dies at 86
John MacArthur, the prominent California pastor, author, and Bible teacher known for his unwavering theological stances and decades of preaching ministry, has died at the age of 86. His death was confirmed Monday evening by Grace to You, his media ministry, which said he passed away shortly after being hospitalized with pneumonia.
Pakistan Sentences Muslim To Death For Killing Christian (Worthy News In-Depth)
A Pakistani court has upheld the death sentence of a Muslim man for killing a Christian because he married his sister after she turned to faith in Christ.
Gunman Kills Two Women in Church Rampage After Shooting State Trooper in Lexington, Kentucky
Nigeria Mourns Ex-President Buhari, Criticised Over Anti-Christian Violence (Worthy News Focus)
Baptist Pastor Among Christians Killed In Nigeria
Sudan Demolishes Pentecostal Church Building
Through the Bible series: Psalm 59, “Save Me”
In today’s Psalm, we talk about David’s heart cry for help, his love and trust for God, and his relationship with him.
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Through the Bible series: Psalm 58, Speaking Righteously *Podcast*
In today’s chapter, we talk about speaking righteously, vs. speaking lies an falsehoods. About how words and discipline from a Father might not be what we want to hear, but are necessary, and how God “chastises those He loves”.
Do You Know My Father? 