When the apostle Paul walked into Athens, he didn’t find a city of atheists. He found a city drowning in religion with altars on every corner, temples to every god imaginable and an educated class debating philosophy in the streets. Yet Paul looked at all of it and essentially said: You don’t know God at all.

Sound familiar?

In a recent episode of The Bryce Crawford Podcast, Crawford delivered what he calls his biggest warning to the American church — drawing a striking parallel between ancient Athens and modern America.

The message is both convicting and urgent.

Religious, But Not Right With God

Paul’s words in Acts 17:22 cut to the heart of the problem: “Men of Athens, I perceive that in every way you are very religious.” He wasn’t complimenting them. He was diagnosing them.

Crawford draws a connection between what was happening then and what we see in our current culture. “We got a lot of people that are worshiping a whole lot of other things that want to be a good moral person… We got a whole lot of religious people but not enough laid-down lovers for Jesus.”

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America claims Christianity by the millions — on census forms, in social media bios, in political speeches. But Crawford argues that claiming the label and following the Lord are two very different things.

The Athenians had an altar to the “unknown God.” Crawford contends that in many ways, Jesus has become America’s unknown God, too.

The Lullaby Putting the Church to Sleep

Perhaps the most haunting moment in the episode comes from a story Crawford shares about a missionary woman from the underground church of Iran — someone who risked being “beaten, raped, and murdered” for her faith. After retiring to California, she and her husband moved back to Iran within five years.

Her reason? “America is being rocked to sleep by a lullaby of entertainment.”

A Kenyan friend echoed the sentiment: “It is so hard to hear God in America… there’s so much noise here. Whereas when I’m back in Africa, I can hear God so clearly.”

Crawford’s conclusion is sobering: Satan doesn’t need to tempt Americans into outright sin. He just needs to keep them busy — scrolling, streaming, consuming, distracted.

Lukewarm Is Not a Middle Ground — It’s the Devil’s Territory

Revelation 3 warns against being lukewarm in faith. Crawford reframes it sharply: “Lukewarmness really doesn’t exist. Satan owns the fence of lukewarmness. So, either you love Jesus, or you don’t.”

Modern idols, such as money, status, social media, celebrities — don’t come with warning labels. That’s the point. “Here’s the nasty thing about deception,” Crawford warns. “You don’t know you’re being deceived when you’re being deceived.”

There Is Still Time

Crawford also reminds viewers that there is still time to move beyond lukewarm living and enter into God’s grace. Acts 17:30 reminds us that “the times of ignorance God overlooked, but now He commands all people everywhere to repent.”

We are still living in that window. “You and I have the opportunity right now to acknowledge maybe we are being deceived,” Crawford urges. “Maybe America is being distracted by the devil. We need to repent, turn from that, follow Jesus.”

The door to freedom is still open. The question is whether we’re too distracted to walk through it.

Abby Trivett is a writer and editor for Charisma Media and has a passion for sharing the gospel through the written word. She holds two degrees from Regent University, a B.A. in Communication with a concentration in Journalism and a Master of Arts in Journalism. She is the author of the upcoming book, The Power of Suddenly: Discover How God Can Change Everything in a Moment. For interviews and media inquiries, please contact [email protected].

T.D. Jakes’ daughter and the senior pastor of The Potter’s House, Sarah Jakes Roberts, faced an unplanned trip to the hospital.

In an Instagram post, Jakes wrote about how what started as a fun time playing with her daughter on a trampoline took a dark turn.

Last night was scary. I was almost paralyzed, but God didn’t see fit to let that be my story. I was playing a game with my Ella on the trampoline and landed on my neck. Instantly, I heard several pops in my neck. She called her dad, who called 911. Two hospitals, several scans, and hours later, we learned that I had fractured my neck, herniated discs, and endangered areas of my spine that could have left me paralyzed.

Roberts shared that if things had just been slightly different, her story would have looked unimaginably frightening. However, she sees where God protected her.

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One disc up or one disc lower, and this would’ve been a different testimony. Instead, I’ll be wearing this brace for 4-6 weeks to keep my neck stable and avoid further damage. Rest and recovery will give my body a chance to heal. I’ll be lying low while I navigate this injury with wisdom. I’m soaking in the presence and kindness of God and in the love of friends and family. So, if you see me and I’m out and about, but moving slowly, just know that I’m still [having] the birthday even with a neck brace.

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During this time, pray for her healing, for her family and for The Potter’s House as they go through this unexpected turn together.

Abby Trivett is a writer and editor for Charisma Media and has a passion for sharing the gospel through the written word. She holds two degrees from Regent University, a B.A. in Communication with a concentration in Journalism and a Master of Arts in Journalism. She is the author of the upcoming book, The Power of Suddenly: Discover How God Can Change Everything in a Moment. For interviews and media inquiries, please contact [email protected].

Mike Vrabel, head coach of the New England Patriots, is stepping away from his role indefinitely as he seeks counseling following a growing controversy involving NFL reporter Dianna Russini.

According to Fox News, Vrabel made the decision to temporarily leave the team in order to focus on personal matters, his family and what he described as a need for growth, which he plans to do through counseling. The report states that he will miss team activities, including portions of the NFL Draft, while he takes time to address the situation.

The controversy stems from photos that surfaced publicly showing Vrabel spending time with Russini, sparking widespread attention and concern, given that both are married.

“I have committed to seeking counseling, starting this weekend. This is something that I have given a lot of thought to and is something that I would advise a player to do if I was counseling them,” Vrabel stated. “I have always wanted to lead by example, and I believe this is what I have to do to be the best husband, father and coach that I possibly can be.”

A Story That Sparked Broader Conversation

As Charisma previously reported, the incident came shortly after Vrabel had publicly criticized a player for expressing his Christian faith. Vrabel’s actions ultimately raised questions about consistency and integrity when faith is pushed to the side.

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This situation has become a public example of how quickly actions can come under scrutiny, particularly for those in positions of influence.

A Call to Consistency

In the grand scheme of the scenario, this is not just about one coach or one controversy—it is about the tension between belief and behavior. When public figures speak on faith or values, those words carry added significance, and any inconsistency can quickly become a point of contention.

Scripture reminds us that no one is beyond the need for humility, repentance and restoration. The Bible is clear that leadership carries weight, and with it comes a higher level of accountability—not just before people, but before God.

Yet the message of the gospel is not one of condemnation, but of redemption. When failures are brought into the light, they can become turning points. True transformation begins when individuals are willing to acknowledge missteps, seek help and realign their lives with truth. Pray that this truly would be a turning point for Vrabel, that he would seek not just counseling, but the face of God.

Live with integrity. Walk in consistency. And remember that while positions and platforms may rise and fall, a life rooted in Jesus ultimately stands firm.

Abby Trivett is a writer and editor for Charisma Media and has a passion for sharing the gospel through the written word. She holds two degrees from Regent University, a B.A. in Communication with a concentration in Journalism and a Master of Arts in Journalism. She is the author of the upcoming book, The Power of Suddenly: Discover How God Can Change Everything in a Moment. For interviews and media inquiries, please contact [email protected].

A striking convergence is emerging between near-death testimonies and prophetic voices—and according to Randy Kay, the agreement is too consistent to ignore.

“Two voices are sounding right now,” he says. “One is coming from people who died, met Jesus, and were sent back. The other is coming from prophets in the earth… and they are saying the same thing.”

That message is simple yet urgent: Jesus is coming soon.

Referencing Deuteronomy’s principle that truth is established by multiple witnesses, Kay believes heaven itself is confirming a word for this hour.

The Vision He Couldn’t Share

At the center of Kay’s message is a powerful encounter he experienced more than two decades ago.

“Twenty-one years ago I died… and in the throne room [God] told me He was going to show me something. He called it ‘the storm.’”

He says he was instructed not to reveal it until a specific sign appeared. That moment came years later when, standing along the California coast, an unexpected storm formed.

“The Holy Spirit… whispered through that wind… ‘It is time.’”

What followed was a vision that happened in distinct movements—what he calls a single prophetic “storm.”

The Storm: Glory Before Judgment

The first phase was not destruction—but revival.

“I saw… people being saved by thousands… the lame leaping, the blind seeing. A wave of glory unlike anything earth has ever held.”

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This “orb,” as he describes it, represents a global outpouring of God’s Spirit.

Next came a sobering shift: the removal of what he saw as “seven shields” protecting the earth.

“And every horror… every demonic scheme… was unleashed,” he says.

The vision culminates in the return of Christ.

“I saw the Lord Jesus Christ mount His white horse… and He descended… Every knee bowed.”

Finally, he describes a restored creation—a new earth where “there was no separation between heaven and earth anymore.”

A World Aligning With the Vision

Kay points to current global tensions, cultural exposure of hidden sins and shifting alliances as signs that the early stages of this “storm” may already be unfolding.

“There is nothing covered that shall not be revealed,” he says, quoting Luke 12:2.

Yet even amid warnings of judgment, he insists the first phase—revival—is already here.

“The orb was first… before the shields were lifted, I saw the glory poured out.”

He cites reports of growing faith movements worldwide, particularly among younger generations, as evidence of this outpouring.

Why the Delay?

If the signs are all converging at once, why hasn’t Christ returned?

The answer, Kay says, is rooted in God’s mercy.

“The Lord is… not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.”

He describes hearing what he calls a “dirge”—a deep mourning from heaven for those not yet saved.

“Stop watching the storm like a spectator,” he urges. “You were left here to harvest it.”

Rather than fear what may come, Kay calls believers to step into what is already happening: a global harvest of souls.

The storm, he says, has two sides—glory and judgment. And in this moment, the door of grace is still open.

Abby Trivett is a writer and editor for Charisma Media and has a passion for sharing the gospel through the written word. She holds two degrees from Regent University, a B.A. in Communication with a concentration in Journalism and a Master of Arts in Journalism. She is the author of the upcoming book, The Power of Suddenly: Discover How God Can Change Everything in a Moment. For interviews and media inquiries, please contact [email protected].

One Christian University just may lose a long-term partnership over its decision to back an LGBTQ event.

A historic partnership is facing a moment of reckoning. The Baptist General Convention of Texas has announced it is reviewing its relationship with Baylor University following a controversial campus event, according to The Christian Post.

For generations, Baylor has stood as a flagship Christian university connected to Texas Baptists—a relationship built not merely on tradition, but on a shared commitment to biblical truth. Now, leaders are asking a sobering question: Is that foundation beginning to shift?

The Event That Sparked Alarm

At the center of the controversy is a student-led gathering titled “All Are Neighbors,” which is set to go from April 22-26 and host speakers who identify as LGBTQ. This event is supposed to take place during the same timeline as the Turning Point USA event the school is hosting, for which the school has received mixed responses.

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A Wake-Up Call for the Church

This moment extends far beyond one university. It is a mirror reflecting a broader struggle across Christian institutions: whether to stand firmly on biblical truth or gradually accommodate cultural pressures.

Scripture is clear that the path of life is narrow—and not meant to be reshaped by the shifting winds of society, including affirming what the Bible clearly defines as sin. The call for believers, leaders and institutions alike is not to blend in, but to stand apart with conviction, clarity and courage.

If Christian universities lose their spiritual distinctiveness, they risk becoming indistinguishable from the world they were called to influence. And if the next generation is not anchored in truth, it will inevitably be swept into confusion.

This is why moments like this matter. They force a decision: Will the church remain faithful to the Word of God, or will it drift into compromise?

The answer will not only shape institutions—it will shape lives.

Abby Trivett is a writer and editor for Charisma Media and has a passion for sharing the gospel through the written word. She holds two degrees from Regent University, a B.A. in Communication with a concentration in Journalism and a Master of Arts in Journalism. She is the author of the upcoming book, The Power of Suddenly: Discover How God Can Change Everything in a Moment. For interviews and media inquiries, please contact [email protected].

Miracles happen all around us each and every day.

Actor Quinton Aaron, best known for his role in “The Blind Side,” spoke out recently about his near-death experience and how he saw none other than Jesus Himself during this time.

In an interview with TMZ, Aaron said, “So, the day that I woke up from the coma, I later came to realize I coded a few times.”

Aaron said that while he didn’t realize he had coded, everything made sense because he saw Jesus during this time.

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“I saw the profile of Him,” he said. “His skin complexion was a little lighter than mine. [He] had long white hair, and He was in a long white robe. I couldn’t see his feet. I saw like this golden glow coming from beneath the robe, and He kind of floated past me at first.”

What happened next, Aaron said, was nothing short of God fully and miraculously healing him.

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“I was in this kind of state where I felt like everything was spinning, my head was hurting, and so I was like bent over, my hands on my head, and then He appeared in front of me and placed His hands on my back exactly where the pain was. Till this day I can still feel His hands as if they’re there.”

Aaron says after this, he knew there would be no need for surgery, something which doctors later confirmed.

“It was at that moment I felt His hands touch my back I felt all the pain go away. And then after a few seconds, I woke up.”

In a world that often tries to explain away the supernatural, testimonies like Quinton Aaron’s serve as a powerful reminder that Jesus Christ is still alive, still moving and still touching lives in undeniable ways. The same Savior who walked the earth healing the sick, restoring sight to the blind and raising the dead has not changed.

Scripture declares that He is “the same yesterday, today and forever,” and stories like this echo that eternal truth—God is still the ultimate healer, not bound by human limitation, medical prognosis or the finality of death itself.

Abby Trivett is a writer and editor for Charisma Media and has a passion for sharing the gospel through the written word. She holds two degrees from Regent University, a B.A. in Communication with a concentration in Journalism and a Master of Arts in Journalism. She is the author of the upcoming book, The Power of Suddenly: Discover How God Can Change Everything in a Moment. For interviews and media inquiries, please contact [email protected].

In a dramatic turn of events, President Donald Trump has extended the ceasefire with Iran while maintaining a U.S. naval blockade, citing what he described as “serious fractures within the Iranian regime.”

The announcement, delivered just moments before a powerful livestream by Amanda Grace, signals a critical pause in what many are calling one of the most volatile geopolitical moments in recent history.

“The U.S. blockade of Iranian ports will continue… until such a time as their leaders… can come up with a unified proposal,” Trump stated, according to the broadcast.

Yet despite the temporary halt, tensions remain dangerously high. Reports of a naval confrontation — where a U.S. destroyer fired upon an Iranian vessel attempting to breach the blockade — point out just how fragile the situation has become.

Prophetic Parallels: ‘A Wild Donkey of a Man’

Grace framed the unfolding conflict through a biblical lens, pointing to Genesis 16:12 and the description of Ishmael as “a wild donkey of a man.” She argued that Iran’s increasing defiance mirrors this ancient characterization.

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“What you’re watching… is the active hardening of the heart,” Grace said, drawing a parallel to Pharaoh in the book of Exodus.

According to Grace’s interpretation, the escalating standoff is not merely political — it is spiritual. Iran’s actions, she suggests, align with a prophetic pattern of resistance, defiance and eventual confrontation.

Daniel 10 and a Critical Window

One of the most striking elements of Grace’s message centered on the book of Daniel, chapter 10. She highlighted the 21-day spiritual battle described in the passage and connected it to a prophetic timeline unfolding in real time.

“There was a pause for a moment in the fighting… and then they go back and engage,” she explained, noting a potential three-day window between April 21 and April 24 as significant.

Grace warned that this period could represent a temporary lull before further escalation, urging viewers to remain spiritually vigilant.

A National Call to Repentance

Adding to the gravity of the moment, President Trump read 2 Chronicles 7:14 from the Oval Office — a passage calling for national repentance.

Grace described the timing as “incredible,” calling it a “clarion call” for America to turn back to God amid rising global instability.

More Than Politics: A Spiritual Battle

Throughout the broadcast, Grace emphasized that the conflict with Iran is more than a geopolitical crisis — it is a manifestation of a deeper spiritual war.

“We are literally on the brink,” she warned. “Something the size of a pin could send it one way or another.”

As tensions continue to mount, it is crucial for believers to remain steadfast in prayer, discernment and faith during this heightened period in time.

Abby Trivett is a writer and editor for Charisma Media and has a passion for sharing the gospel through the written word. She holds two degrees from Regent University, a B.A. in Communication with a concentration in Journalism and a Master of Arts in Journalism. She is the author of the upcoming book, The Power of Suddenly: Discover How God Can Change Everything in a Moment. For interviews and media inquiries, please contact [email protected].

A renewed wave of intrigue is surrounding one of the Bible’s greatest mysteries: the location of the Ark of the Covenant.

According to a recent report by the Daily Mail, new theories and advancing technology are reigniting the possibility that the sacred artifact may still exist—hidden beneath the ancient city of Jerusalem.

A Sacred Artifact Lost to History

The Ark of the Covenant, described in Scripture as the gold-covered chest that held the Ten Commandments, once resided in the heart of Israel’s worship within the temple in Jerusalem. Its disappearance following the Babylonian destruction of the city in 586 B.C. has puzzled historians, theologians and archaeologists for centuries.

The Daily Mail reports that one leading theory suggests the Ark was never taken by invading forces. Instead, it may have been intentionally hidden in underground chambers beneath Jerusalem to protect it from destruction.

Hidden Beneath the Temple?

According to the report, researchers believe the Ark could be concealed in subterranean tunnels or secret chambers near the ancient temple site. This theory is rooted in the idea that priests or temple guardians acted swiftly before the Babylonian invasion, securing the Ark in a hidden location.

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What makes this theory particularly compelling is the growing use of advanced scanning technologies. These tools, capable of detecting underground voids and structures, may allow researchers to explore what lies beneath the surface—without disturbing the highly sensitive and contested religious ground above.

The Daily Mail notes that while no definitive discovery has been made, such technology opens the door to uncovering secrets long-buried beneath one of the world’s most sacred cities.

A Prophetic Pattern: Rediscovery Before His Return?

While the world looks to science for answers, there just may be something deeper unfolding. The renewed interest in biblical artifacts like the Ark of the Covenant comes at a time when archaeological discoveries tied to Scripture are accelerating worldwide.

Could this be more than coincidence?

Throughout history, God has used tangible signs to point humanity back to Himself. The possibility that these critical objects are being potentially uncovered in our time raises profound spiritual questions.

As interest in biblical history intensifies, it may serve as a divine invitation for a searching world to rediscover the reality of God.

The Ark itself was never meant to be worshiped—it pointed to the presence and holiness of God.

Today, the fascination surrounding it may be stirring hearts once again—not toward an artifact, but toward the living God it represents.

As the Ark continues to capture global attention, the greatest discovery is not the Ark itself, but the truth of God’s existence, and the call to return to Him before time runs out.

Abby Trivett is a writer and editor for Charisma Media and has a passion for sharing the gospel through the written word. She holds two degrees from Regent University, a B.A. in Communication with a concentration in Journalism and a Master of Arts in Journalism. She is the author of the upcoming book, The Power of Suddenly: Discover How God Can Change Everything in a Moment. For interviews and media inquiries, please contact [email protected].

During the America Reads the Bible event, President Donald Trump read 2 Chronicles 7:14, calling America to repentance, so the nation may turn its face back to God.

“If My people, which are called by My name, shall humble themselves and pray and seek My face and turn from their wicked ways, then will I hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and will heal their land,” Trump quoted.

However, Trump’s participation in this Christians Engaged event may be more than simply him quoting a Bible verse. Is it possible that this is actually the fulfillment of a Kim Clement prophecy?

As Charisma previously reported, Clement stated in his prophetic word:

I will put at your helm for two terms a president that will pray, but he will not be a praying president when he starts. I will put him in office and then I will baptize him with the Holy Spirit and My power.

Now that Trump is quoting Scripture from the Oval Office itself, encouraging Americans to turn from their wicked ways, are we seeing the alignment of heaven and earth colliding with one another?

The words of 2 Chronicles 7:14 are not a slogan or a ceremonial reading—they are a divine condition. Humility. Prayer. Seeking God’s face. Turning from wickedness. And now, with a sitting president publicly declaring these words, the question becomes unavoidable: Will America respond?

When a president prays from the seat of power, it signals more than personal faith—it points to a potential shift in a nation’s spiritual atmosphere. History has shown that revival often begins with a single voice willing to humble itself before God.

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Now the stage is set before an entire nation.

The only question that remains is whether America will heed the call—or ignore what could be one of its most critical prophetic crossroads.

Abby Trivett is a writer and editor for Charisma Media and has a passion for sharing the gospel through the written word. She holds two degrees from Regent University, a B.A. in Communication with a concentration in Journalism and a Master of Arts in Journalism. She is the author of the upcoming book, The Power of Suddenly: Discover How God Can Change Everything in a Moment. For interviews and media inquiries, please contact [email protected].

Silicon Valley’s brightest minds are racing toward a technology they may not be able to control. Now, two prominent voices are warning that the consequences could be apocalyptic in the most literal sense of the word.

In a recent conversation between conservative commentator Allie Beth Stuckey and media personality Glenn Beck, the pair dove into one of the most provocative intersections of modern life: artificial intelligence and biblical prophecy. The discussion began with a startling claim circulating in tech circles: that Peter Thiel has been suggesting that opposition to AI is itself a form of the Antichrist.

Beck wasn’t buying it. “I don’t think opposition is the Antichrist,” he said. “I think blindness will lead us to the Antichrist when it comes to AI.” He went further, warning that “AI could be used as the tool of the Antichrist,” pointing to the Book of Revelation’s descriptions of total surveillance, movement control and currency manipulation as chillingly plausible in an AI-driven world.

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To understand why, Beck walked Stuckey through the AI spectrum. We currently have narrow AI, which includes tools like ChatGPT and Grok that excel at specific tasks. Approaching fast is AGI, or Artificial General Intelligence, which are systems that can do many things well. But the real concern is ASI: Artificial Super Intelligence. Beck described it in staggering terms: “The equivalent of every brain that has ever lived and currently living combined… it appears to be godlike because we cannot understand it.”

The danger isn’t abstract. Beck offered a harrowing hypothetical: “There wouldn’t be a Jew left in the world if Hitler had the technology that is just on the horizon.” With AI’s ability to monitor power usage, water consumption and social networks, hiding from a totalitarian regime becomes nearly impossible.

At the center of the controversy is OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, whose vision for ASI Beck described with barely concealed alarm. “He wants the God,” Beck said flatly. “He thinks he can control it. You’re never going to be able to control it. Everything we would do is a baby gate… It stops the babies. We’re the babies in that scenario.”

Stuckey identified the deeper moral failure at work: “Silicon Valley is only asking what’s possible — can we do it, not should we do it.”

However, the conversation didn’t end in despair. Both hosts pointed to unexpected revivals, including stadiums of 200,000 people worshipping together, as evidence that something greater is still at work. “God is still seeking and saving the lost,” Stuckey said, “just as much as he ever has been.”

Even with the looming reality that the Antichrist will arise, there is something much bigger and greater that we have to look forward to: Jesus is coming again. Revival is happening. And soon, all power of death will be defeated.

Abby Trivett is a writer and editor for Charisma Media and has a passion for sharing the gospel through the written word. She holds two degrees from Regent University, a B.A. in Communication with a concentration in Journalism and a Master of Arts in Journalism. She is the author of the upcoming book, The Power of Suddenly: Discover How God Can Change Everything in a Moment. For interviews and media inquiries, please contact [email protected].