Louisiana State

Caddo Parish, LA

HuffPost

Although the child fainted as the Republican governor signed the bill into law, he appeared unaware of what was happening directly behind him.

Girl Faints As Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry Signs Ten Commandments Bill

Entertainment Weekly

Whoopi Goldberg is schooling the Louisiana government on what it means to separate church and state, after Gov. Jeff Landry signed into law Wednesday a requirement that all public classrooms must display the 10 Commandments. Goldberg speculated on Thursday's episode of The View that the order to exhibit biblical guidelines...

Whoopi Goldberg asks if schools will display the Quran after 'foolishness' of Louisiana’s 10 Commandments law

ESPN Lafayette

There are supposed to be 10 commandments, traditionally. But Louisiana's controversial new law adds an extra. House Bill 71, which was signed into law, and immediately challenged legally for violating the United States Constitution, appears to add an extra commandment to the list. Before we get too deep, we should...

Louisiana Messes Up Commandments in School Law

Texas State

Oklahoma’s latest attempt to mandate Bibles in public schools is yet another reminder that public schools are not Sunday schools — and families should feel free to send their children to school without worrying about state officials interfering in their choices about religious instruction, writes Amanda Tyler.

Opinion: What these states get wrong about the Bible and the Ten Commandments

Coffee County, GA

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Daily Coffee Press

Last month, more than twenty individuals were indicted on felony charges in Coffee County. Several of them have recently made local headlines, including Guillermo de la Cruz-Morales, the sole person charged in connection with the disappearance of Maria Diaz, and Cornelius Jamison, accused of cocaine trafficking.

Grand Jury Indicts Over Twenty Individuals on Felony Charges in Coffee County

Newark, NJ

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Morristown Minute

NEWARK, N.J. – Eight individuals associated with the "793 Bloods" street gang, a subset of the national Bloods gang, have been charged for their roles in a Newark-based drug trafficking organization, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.

Eight '793 Bloods' Gang Members Charged in Newark Drug Network

Daily Mail

Majority-white cities are popping up across the South as wealthy communities attempt to break away from poorer black neighborhoods.

Southern white cities rise as rich locals break away from black areas

New York City, NY

Long before Juneteenth, enslaved and free Black New Yorkers celebrated African culture during a holiday that eventually made white people feel threatened. Pinkster (Dutch for Pentecost) marked the outpouring of the Holy Spirit on Jesus Christ’s disciples. The religious celebration was a little-known African American holiday with roots in 17th-century Dutch colonial New York. Over time, the festival evolved into “a form of cultural resistance,” that included African dance and drum performances.

Why White Fear Of Black Power Outlawed An African American Holiday Before Juneteenth

Wide Open Country

In news that shocked the world, long-time Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship Church pastor, Tony Evans, abruptly resigned. In a statement, he claimed, "The foundation of our ministry has always been our commitment to the Word of God as the absolute supreme standard of truth to which we are to conform our lives." Evans admitted to a vague "mysterious sin" he committed years ago, and that was that.

Megachurch Pastor, Who Stepped Down Due To Sin, Says America Is Facing God's Judgement

Dallas, TX

Kentucky Vibes.net

Disclaimer: This article was written with the help of A.I. software. In a shocking move, Tony Evans, the senior pastor of the Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship in Dallas, Texas, has stepped down after serving for 49 years. His resignation is due to an undisclosed “sin” and people of the congregation and the society at large are left in shock and wanting to know more.

After almost 50 years, Texas megachurch pastor Tony Evans resigns over unknown ‘sin’.

Ali Carney, 46, of Newark, received a 65-month prison sentence for conspiring to distribute narcotics, including fentanyl and heroin, and possessing with intent to distribute fentanyl, according to U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger.

Gang Member Sentenced to 65 Months for Drug Trafficking

Matthew 4 details the beginning of Christ’s ministry. As the chapter opens, Matthew explains Christ’s temptation and shares the victory over the tempter. The gospel writer then addresses the launching of Jesus’ ministry in Galilee before landing on the calling of the first disciples. In reflecting on Matthew 4, this moment of calling provides four important thoughts to remember.

When God Calls

Saint Johns County, FL

Hastings, FL

Jacksonville Today

Eight people have been arrested on drug charges stemming from an undercover investigation at a convenience store in Hastings, according to the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office.

8 arrested in Hastings drug and gambling bust

Washington, DC

Fox News

Thousands of people took to the streets of Washington, D.C., on Saturday – not for a protest, but to bring Jesus Christ to the people of the city and to promote their faith.

'Jesus is here': Thousands join Eucharistic procession in Washington, DC

Florida State

The US Sun

FLORIDA is known for many things–beautiful beaches, Disney, Universal–but one minister claimed the state was also once home to the Garden of Eden. Several geographical features of one reverend’s Florida hometown led him to believe that the area was the biblical site once home to Adam and Eve. Elvy E. Callaway, a Baptist reverend and […]

Minister insists bible’s Garden of Eden was in Florida as he points to trees and passage in Book of Genesis as ‘proof’

Woodbridge, VA

The Inside Scoop - PWC

WOODBRIDGE, Va. — Authorities are actively searching for Quamel Thomson, a 26-year-old man from Woodbridge, who is accused of assaulting a woman and preventing her from leaving an apartment in the Longview Apartments complex on Lynn Street.

Woodbridge Police Hunt for Man Accused of Strangling and Assaulting Woman in Apartment

John, an influential figure in Christian theology, has left a lasting legacy through his contributions to the Bible. Known for his deep spiritual insights and poetic language, John's works include the Gospel of John, three epistles, and the Book of Revelation. Each text reveals unique aspects of Christian faith and theology, emphasizing love, truth, and the nature of Jesus Christ. John's identity has been a topic of much debate, with scholars often distinguishing between John the Apostle, John the Evangelist, and possibly other figures. Despite these discussions, his writings continue to inspire and challenge believers worldwide. In this post, we'll uncover 15 fascinating facts about John, shedding light on his life, his writings, and his enduring impact on Christianity.

15 Facts About John From The Bible

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The Bible was a source of knowledge and guidance for many in the ancient world. It was created at a time when scholars needed to instill fear in man in order to establish morals and ethical principles. This article will explore how the Bible's teachings have shaped moral values and influenced human behavior throughout history.

The Bible Is Just A Book

Samuel’s boys got into the family business of serving in the tabernacle. They did not, however, see it as a holy calling. For them, it was an opportunity to create a good life for themselves. The rule was the choice parts of the animal being offered were to be burned up as an offering for God. Samuel’s boys sent a servant in to spear the good parts for themselves. They used their positions of power to seduce and sleep with the young women who served at the entrance to the tabernacle. They were not the first nor the last “servants of God” to abuse their position.

DIRECTIONS: The Safest Place to Hide from God …

New Jersey State

NEW JERSEY - Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Consumer Affairs announced today that Walmart has agreed to pay $1.64 million to settle allegations of unlawful unit pricing practices across its 64 New Jersey retail stores. The settlement, which includes a $1.61 million civil penalty, marks the largest ever obtained by the Division’s Office of Weights and Measures (OWM).

Walmart Pays $1.64M Settlement for Unlawful Pricing in NJ

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Caddo Commission opposes 10 Commandments law

SHREVEPORT, La. - The separation of church and state in Louisiana was debated at the Caddo Parish Commission Wednesday as commissioners voted on a resolution to...

Caddo Commission opposes 10 Commandments law

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