“The heavens declare the glory of God, and the firmament shows His handiwork,” (Ps. 19:1).

Science and technology continue to prove that the world around us is much greater than we thought. Even more, it continues to show God’s hand in everything.

In a Daily Mail report, scientists recently found a new “galaxy cluster” and described it as “something the universe wasn’t supposed to have.”

What exactly was that?

The Daily Mail writes, “…the cluster was burning five times hotter than expected just 1.4 billion years after the Big Bang.” This, ultimately, is a big deal to scientists because they did not believe this extreme heat was possible for such young galaxies.

The outlet further noted that the heat of this cluster could prove “that the earliest moments of the universe were far more explosive than previously thought.”

This sounds directly correlated to Genesis 1. Creation would have happened the instant that God spoke it into existence. When He spoke, and suddenly there was light, we can only imagine what it would have been like.

Researchers have predicted that this heat may have been generated by three distinct black holes within the clusters. Dazhi Zhou from the University of British Columbia stated, “We didn’t expect to see such a hot cluster atmosphere so early in cosmic after months of verification, we’ve confirmed this gas is at least five times hotter than predicted…”

Time and again, discoveries like this echo what Scripture has declared from the very beginning: creation bears the unmistakable signature of its Creator. What scientists are now observing—unexpected intensity, order emerging instantly and power beyond previous models—aligns with the biblical account of a God who speaks and creation responds immediately.

Each discovery pushes humanity toward humility, reminding us that the universe is not random or restrained by human expectation. The same God who said, “Let there be light,” is still revealing the vastness of His work through the expanding lens of science.

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.

In recent teaching, Benny Hinn addressed one of the most debated topics in eschatology: the rapture of the church and who will actually qualify for it.

“I want to talk to you about the rapture of the church and show you what the Bible really says about the rapture of the church,” Hinn said. He emphasized that while critics argue that the word “rapture” does not appear in Scripture, the event itself clearly does.

“The Bible talks about the great catching up of the church in Thessalonians,” Hinn explained, adding that supernatural “raptures” have already occurred in biblical history. “Enoch was raptured… so was Elijah… and John himself in Revelation went to heaven because he heard the words, ‘Come up hither.’”

Turning to 1 Thessalonians 4:13–17, Hinn pointed out that the rapture is not speculation but “the word of the Lord.” He quoted the passage describing how “the Lord Himself shall descend from heaven with a shout… and the dead in Christ shall rise first,” followed by living believers being “caught up together with them in the clouds.”

“This is not our opinion,” Hinn said. “We are giving you the word of the Lord.”

Hinn also pointed to 1 Corinthians 15, where the apostle Paul describes a mystery in which believers will be changed “in a moment, in the twinkling of an eye.” He stressed that this transformation is central to Christian hope. “Some of us will not experience death, but we shall all be changed,” he said.

But the message went beyond describing the event—it addressed preparation.

Jesus’ warning in Luke 21:34–36 played a central role. “Take heed to yourselves,” Hinn quoted, warning that hearts weighed down by “the cares of this life” could cause believers to miss that day. “Which means if they’re not living a holy life, they will miss that day,” he said plainly.

According to Hinn, Scripture consistently shows that God separates the righteous from judgment. He referenced Noah, Lot and Abraham’s intercession for Sodom, noting, “God will not destroy the righteous and the wicked together.”

Hinn also emphasized that believers are “not appointed unto wrath,” quoting 1 Thessalonians 5:9, and that Christ promised to keep faithful believers “from the hour of temptation” in Revelation 3:10.

Still, Hinn warned that not everyone who claims faith will qualify. Citing 1 John 2:28, he said, “If you abide in Him, you won’t be ashamed when He returns.” Abiding, he explained, requires surrender. “The price is death to self and the world.”

Paul took this very seriously. Hinn quoted 1 Corinthians 9:27, where Paul admitted the danger of becoming “a castaway” if he failed to discipline his body. “It’s not how you start the race that matters,” Hinn said. “It’s how you finish it.”

Ultimately, Hinn ended his message on a hopeful note. Quoting Jude 24, he reminded believers that God is “able to keep you from falling” and to present them “faultless… with exceeding joy.”

“The Christian life is simple,” he said. “Once you give your life to Jesus… it doesn’t say try harder. It says yield.”

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.

Nicolás Maduro’s son has shifted his allegiances, vowing to provide “unconditional support” for the new leadership of Venezuela.

According to Fox News, Nicolás Maduro Guerra, the former Venezuelan leader’s son, is promising to stand by the country’s new power in place.

“My unconditional support for the very hard task you’ve been given,” he said, according to the Canadian Broadcasting Operation. He further stated, “Count on me, count on my family, count on our firmness in taking the right steps at the forefront of this responsibility that is now yours.”

This was the first statement that Maduro Guerra had made since his father was brought to New York on narco-drug trafficking charges. Since these events, Delcy Rodríguez, who served as the vice president under Maduro, has been sworn in as the new head of Venezuela.

As Maduro pleaded not guilty, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is now reportedly looking into bringing justice against him. Border Report noted that DeSantis claimed that the Florida attorney general is currently “looking very seriously” at potential charges.

“We’d end up with some of these people in de Aragua gang members that were in prison there. He did that, and to me, that is a very hostile act,” DeSantis stated.

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.

The pope has officially closed a portal.

During a service meant to honor the “Solemnity of the Epiphany of the Lord,” Pope Leo XIV closed the Holy Door of St. Peter’s Basilica, which Pope Francis had opened before his death to begin the Jubilee.

According to Vatican News, this symbolically ended the Jubilee year where “a stream of innumerable men and women, pilgrims of hope,” came to visit St. Peter’s Basilica. Leo acknowledged the Basilica as “the new Jerusalem, the city whose doors are always open.”

During the mass, the pope said, “Today we celebrate the Epiphany of the Lord, aware that in his presence nothing stays the same.” He also further stated that while this was the end of the Jubilee, a prophetic promise was coming to pass: “Arise, shine; for your light has come, and the glory of the Lord has risen upon you.”

Before his death, Francis opened this mysterious portal and said, “Tonight, the door of hope has opened wide to the world…“And God speaks to each of us and says, ‘There is hope also for you!’”

As the Holy Door closes and the Jubilee year is sealed, the moment carries a weight that goes beyond ceremony and symbolism. Portals, doors and thresholds have always carried prophetic meaning in Scripture—marking transitions, seasons and divine turning points.

The Bible is unmistakably clear about where true hope and eternal access are found. Jesus declared, “I am the door. If anyone enters by Me, he will be saved” (John 10:9). While earthly portals may open and close with the passing of leaders and seasons, Christ remains the only gateway that never shuts.

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.

There is “nothing like His presence,” Jentezen Franklin declared as he called believers into a renewed commitment to fasting and prayer at the start of the new year. According to the Free Chapel pastor, fasting is not a forgotten ritual or a religious extreme—it is one of the most powerful, yet least practiced, spiritual disciplines in the church today.

“Fasting can fast-track the purposes of God like nothing else in your life,” Franklin said, explaining that Scripture consistently reveals fasting as a catalyst for divine direction, breakthrough and spiritual renewal.

Pointing to Acts 13, he reminded listeners that the commissioning of the apostle Paul came not through strategy meetings, but through worship and fasting. “They ministered unto the Lord in fasting, and then the Holy Ghost said, ‘Separate unto Me Paul and Barnabas,’” he noted. “The altered course of his life would never be the same.”

Franklin emphasized that fasting is not about religious performance but spiritual alignment. “It’s not weird. It’s not strange. It’s not fanatical,” he said. “But when a fast is called in a church from a leader, it is a powerful thing to hook up to what God is doing corporately. It will impact your life.”

Describing fasting as a spiritual “secret sauce,” Franklin said it awakens discipline and authority that many believers have lost. “Fasting causes you to use the ‘no’ muscle,” he explained. “The church has lost use of it. People don’t say no to temptation, to the lust of the flesh, or to convictions. But when you fast, you’re flexing the ‘no’ muscle.”

Drawing from Jesus’ example, Franklin noted that Christ fasted 40 days before performing a single miracle. “He understood that it’s critical that people give the Holy Spirit a vessel to dwell in,” he said. “If you can conquer the jawbone—the strongest muscle in your body—you can conquer every other issue you’re dealing with in your flesh.”

Franklin likened fasting to a spiritual oil change. “If you don’t change the oil, it breaks down the engine,” he warned. “You don’t need to quit. You don’t need to backslide. You need fresh oil.” He added that fasting drains old spiritual pollution while renewing the believer’s mind. “When you fast, it’s God giving you a new filter over your mind.”

Referencing Isaiah 58, Franklin declared, “Is not this the fast that I have chosen—to destroy every yoke?” He said fasting breaks addictions, habitual sin and spiritual bondage. “Nothing will break bondage in your life like fasting,” he stated.

Beyond deliverance, Franklin said fasting positions believers for favor. Citing Esther’s three-day fast, he declared, “God’s favor is what God can do for you that you can’t do for yourself. When you stay humble, and you stay hungry, God’s favor chases you down.”

He also connected fasting to vision and destiny. “You cannot fast and seek God and God not give you a dream and a vision for your life—it’s impossible,” he said. “Fasting is vitally connected to the dream God has for your future.”

As he closed, Franklin urged believers not to fear the year ahead. “He has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love and a sound mind,” he proclaimed. “Amazing miracles are coming. Prodigals are coming home. People you thought would never be free are going to get free.”

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.

Renowned Harvard astrophysicist Professor Avi Loeb is once again challenging the scientific status quo—this time over a mysterious interstellar object known as 3I/ATLAS—and calling for greater humility, transparency and curiosity in science.

In a wide-ranging interview with filmmaker and author L.A. Marzulli, Loeb explained why this object, which entered our solar system from outside, cannot be casually dismissed as “just another comet.”

“There are a large number of anomalies about this object,” Loeb said. “And in my view, irrespective of what your opinion is—even if you think it’s just a comet—you have to be curious about what is the origin of those anomalies and why do they exist, because that’s an opportunity to learn.”

Loeb emphasized that 3I/ATLAS is only the third interstellar object ever observed, implying that scientists lack a meaningful baseline for comparison. “There is no expertise that we developed with respect to interstellar objects,” he said, adding that assuming it must behave like familiar solar system comets is a form of scientific arrogance.

One of the most striking features, according to Loeb, is a persistent jet pointing toward the sun, sometimes called an “anti-tail”—the opposite of what is typically seen with comets.

“In a comet situation, usually you have dust and gas being pushed away by the solar radiation pressure,” Loeb explained. “But in this case, you see the glow extending in front of the object towards the sun.”

Even more puzzling, Hubble Space Telescope images revealed four distinct jets, symmetrically spaced and behaving unlike known cometary activity. “I just don’t know what the origin of that is,” Loeb admitted. “I tried to explain it… But it remains a puzzle.”

Loeb also pointed to unlikely orbital coincidences. The object travels almost exactly within the plane of the planets—an alignment with only a one-in-500 chance of happening randomly. “Why is the rotation axis directed at the sun?” he asked. “That’s a coincidence of half a percent and not explained.”

Adding to the mystery is the object’s unusual composition, which contains large amounts of nickel and very little iron. “The only place we find that is in industrial production of nickel alloys that we produce technologically,” Loeb noted. “Nature never shows that in any other object.”

Marzulli drew parallels between Loeb’s experience and historical figures who challenged dominant narratives. Loeb agreed that institutional resistance is real, as evidenced by the rejection of one of his scientific papers. “The editor said, ‘I’m not sure that it’s of interest to the scientific community,’” Loeb recalled. “Without review.”

For Loeb, the issue is larger than one object. He warned that dismissing unlikely scenarios can have consequences, calling such moments “black swan events.”

“You multiply small probability by big impact, and you end up with something that must be taken seriously,” he said.

Looking ahead, Loeb highlighted a key moment: Mar. 16, 2026, when 3I/ATLAS enters Jupiter’s gravitational domain. “That should be exciting to watch,” he said.

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.

We may have just entered the end of an era where dictators ruled and reigned around the world.

As the world just saw the take down of Venezuela’s Nicolas Maduro, there’s no question that God is working on something right now. The question is: Are we about to see the downfall of dictators across the globe?

In a prophetic word from the late Kim Clement, delivered on April 14, 2012, he told Christians to keep their eyes on “south of America.”

“God says, ‘How I’m going to reveal My light, young people, young Cubans, young Spanish people, young Hispanics shall suddenly rise up,'” Clement further prophesied. He pointed out that these young people will see how God delivered them “from [a] wicked leader, Venezuela.”

With this joy and celebration, Clement predicted a rise of a new music of praise that would accompany it.

“And God says, ‘Look how I take these young people and the new music arise, a new Latin music arise, comes forth, and this will infiltrate the Middle East[ern] music as well and go right into Israel and America. And there shall be joyful sounds coming from the House of the Lord.'”

The word, however, also spoke directly to other nations that have been under the oppression of dangerous regimes.

“The Spirit of God says, ‘Look at Korea,'” he said. “God says, ‘You think I cannot dethrone you?’ In North Korea, keep your eye open. God says, ‘Before the summer months you will say look what’s happening in North Korea.’ This shall be a sign to you: that I am causing leaders that have wicked intentions to be brought down. So, who will lead this nation? Who shall I place at the helm?”

He then pointed out that only one is worthy of leading the nations of the world: The Lord.

“I, the Lord, will change the hearts of the people in this nation. They will be declaring, ‘enough is enough.'”

This re-surfacing of this prophecy comes as President Trump has looked at the Western Hemisphere through the eyes of the Monroe Doctrine in a new light, the “Donroe Doctrine,” to be more precise. Secretary of State, Marco Rubio also specifically pointed to Cuba, and its oppressive regime, saying that, “If I lived in Havana, and I was in the government, I’d be concerned.”

With this new, bold American leadership in place, perhaps we really will see the downfall of dictators. Only time will tell.

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 decades, Bible prophecy teachers have pointed to Russia as the mysterious power described in Ezekiel 38 and 39—the nation of Gog that rises against Israel in the last days. But according to Messianic rabbi and bestselling author Jonathan Cahn, the issue is far more complex—and far more fascinating—than many realize.

Much of the traditional argument hinges on linguistic similarities. Ezekiel names Gog, Magog, Rosh, Meshech and Tubal, which some have linked to Russia, Moscow and Tubal.

Historically, ancient sources such as Herodotus, Assyrian records and the Jewish historian Josephus place Meshech and Tubal in Asia Minor—modern-day Turkey.

“They’re all pointing to the same thing—Asia Minor,” Cahn explains, noting that these peoples lived near the Black Sea and traded with nearby regions like Lebanon, which aligns with Ezekiel’s references.

However, the story doesn’t end there.

Cahn highlights that biblical prophecy often follows people, not borders. “People move. People change,” he says. While the ancient peoples of Ezekiel’s day lived in Asia Minor, they did not remain there permanently. Over centuries, migrations reshaped entire civilizations.

Here’s where Russia re-enters the picture.

“The Slavic peoples just happened to be birthed around the Black Sea, which is where the peoples of Ezekiel 38 are,” Cahn explains. Russia, as the largest Slavic nation in the world, traces its origins to that same region. Historically, those migrations eventually formed what became the Russian people.

Geography also plays a critical role. Ezekiel describes the invading power as coming from the north. “If you want to take it literally, the uttermost north is not Turkey. It can only be Russia,” Cahn says, noting that a straight line drawn north from Jerusalem leads directly to Moscow.

Beyond theory, Cahn points to history as evidence of God’s sovereign hand. Despite its hostility toward faith and Israel, the Soviet Union played a decisive role in Israel’s rebirth. “God put His hooks into the jaws of Russia to resurrect Israel,” he says.

In 1947, Joseph Stalin ordered Soviet delegates to vote in favor of Israel’s statehood at the United Nations. Later, Soviet-bloc arms helped Israel survive its earliest wars. Even Russia’s attempts to destroy Israel backfired—leading to prophetic milestones such as Jerusalem’s reunification in 1967 and massive Jewish immigration after the Soviet collapse.

“I don’t know any other nation that has been so continuously, critically used…in the resurrection of Israel despite itself as Russia,” Cahn observes.

As Cahn reminds us, God remains sovereign over every superpower, including that of the Russian government. Ultimately, no nation is beyond His control.

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.

The time for justice has finally come.

In a recent prophetic message, Amanda Grace discussed how we are in a time where God is releasing the full scope of His justice, including what happened regarding the capture and arrest of Venezuelan leader, Nicolas Maduro.

“The beginning of [Venezuela’s] liberation is happening, and now we’re watching complete collapse in Iran,” Grace points out.

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She then read an excerpt from a prophecy she received on Dec. 20, 2025, about what is to happen next in the coming months.

“As they secretly make dark deals to keep their seats, the scandal that coils over shall intensify in order to bring forth a standard of accountability,” Grace prophesies. “Against corrupt agents who are tethered to the kingdom of darkness and groups who funnel terrorists, says the Lord.”

She then warned that this would be a “January of jeers.”

The enemy may attempt to cause fear to open gates. However, I the Lord shall cause jeers at those who are involved in such acts, says the Lord. A January of justice, says the Lord, shall lead to a ferocious February, setting up for a roar in March, says the Lord. The January of justice shall cause much shock, says the Lord. It shall shake the media, says the Lord. Plots uncovered shall even rattle the cabinet, says the Lord. So, they re-evaluate their relationship with Me, and some will fully come unto Me, the Lord thy God…

This comes at a time when an unofficial list of potential senators that received funding from Venezuela has been shared on social media as Maduro pleaded not guilty to federal drug trafficking charges.

Very interesting. Please read the background information to understand how U.S. Senators received millions of dollars from the Maduro regime. They are traitors and should be prosecuted as such. Here also is a list of the Senators. SHAME!

— Rob🇺🇸🇮🇱 (@armyvet4freedom) January 4, 2026

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.

Is modesty officially dead in the American church?

Atlanta megachurch pastor Jamal Bryant is firing back after he and his wife, Dr. Karri Turner, found themselves in quite a scandal regarding a dress.

That’s right, a dress. However, this wasn’t just any dress. Turner wore a nude-and-black formal gown that appeared sheer. Turner wore the dress to a fundraising event, according to People, last year’s 2025 UNCF Atlanta Mayor’s Masked Ball, held at Signia by Hilton.

Bryant then took to the pulpit during a New Year’s Eve service to discuss the matter.

“The other day, the internet went crazy about a dress my wife had on,” Bryant said in a video posted to Instagram. He said that instead of focusing on the money that was raised for HBCUs at the event, people focused on a “false barometer of holiness based off of a dress.” He also said that the “dress was not see-through. It was flesh color.”

Bryant also made it clear that he purchased the dress for his wife.

“I don’t care whether you like it or not,” he said. “She ain’t married to y’all. She’s married to me.”

The caption of Bryant’s post also stated that, “we must ADDRESS black unemployment, protection for the undocumented, health care for the underserved and access to higher education…”

The reality is that Scripture is quite clear about how we should dress, and those in leadership, whether inside or outside the church, should model this above all else.

1 Timothy 2:9 tells us that women should have “modest clothing, with decency and self-control, not with braided hair, gold pearls or expensive clothing, but with good works, which is proper for women professing godliness.”

1 Peter 3:1-4 also emphasizes for women to not only seek after modesty, but to also “let it be the hidden nature of the heart, that which is not corruptible, even the ornament of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is very precious in the sight of God,” (v. 4).

God doesn’t call us to draw attention to ourselves, but to glorify Him in all that we do. Those like Bryant and Turner should consider the reasons as to why a flesh colored outfit is far from glorifying God and instead is literally glorifying the flesh and all the heart’s wicked desires.

Yet, there’s something even deeper here as well. The symbol of Bryant’s church, New Birth Missionary Baptist, as the Black Lives Matter hand symbol shows that the heart of this church isn’t about the gospel at all, but rather a political agenda.

When we are so deeply rooted in culture and identity politics that they govern our messages, the eyes are no longer on the gospel. Instead, they are on our version of the gospel. Instead of the focus being on Jesus as the Way, the Truth and the Life, we make it about whatever we want.

Ultimately, moments like this should serve as a reminder that not everyone who occupies a pulpit is faithfully stewarding the truth of God’s Word. Scripture repeatedly warns believers to be discerning, to “test the spirits” (1 John 4:1), and to be on guard against false prophets. When leaders dismiss clear scriptural principles or redefine holiness to suit the moment, the danger is not merely controversy—it is deception. The church must remember that influence or social activism can never replace obedience to Scripture and reverence for God.

True Christianity is not centered on self-expression, cultural trends, or worldly applause, but on repentance, humility, and transformation by the Holy Spirit. As cultural pressures intensify, the need for biblical discernment becomes even more urgent. The true measure of a pastor or prophet is not how well they clap back at critics, but how faithfully they exalt Christ, preach the full counsel of God, and point people—not to themselves—but to the cross, where truth, holiness and grace meet.

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.