“For the time will come when people will not endure sound doctrine, but they will gather to themselves teachers in accordance with their own desires, having itching ears, and they will turn their ears away from the truth and turn to myths,” (2 Tim. 4:3-4).

The days of people perverting and misusing the Word of God to fit a particular narrative, agenda or ideology are upon us, and few months make it so apparent as the month of June.

This once laid-back summer month, as kids enjoy their first days of vacation, has become a yearly social battleground, as the LGBTQ+ movement has co-opted it as their “Pride Month” along with the other multitude of days and weeks they designate to celebrate their sexual activity.

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But when the leader of a nation, most notably the most powerful nation on the planet, twists the words in the Bible to fit his blasphemous narrative, he can expect a healthy amount of pushback from those who know his nefarious plot.

Predictably, President Joe Biden, or the person running his social media accounts, alluded to LGBTQ+ persons, “especially young trans Americans” as being made in the image of God, implying that the Lord who made us all male and female also made the lifestyles that are polar opposites of His design and plan for humanity.

To the entire LGBTQI+ community – especially young trans Americans – know that your president and my entire Administration have your back.

We see you for who you are: made in the image of God and deserving of dignity, respect, and support.

Also just as predictable, the backlash online was swift, and aimed to direct attention at the many flaws within Biden’s pandering yet dangerous statement.

“If you believe we are ‘made in the image of God’ why do you support drugs and surgeries to cosmetically alter kids’ natural bodies? Should we not instead work to help all children accept and love their bodies?” one user commented.

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“Their being made in the image of God is precisely why supporting their ‘trans’ identity is evil. Transgender ideology attempts to efface the image God in the individual, replacing it with a construct of the human will,” another responded.

Thankfully, God gives us instruction in His Word to help guide us during contentious times such as these.

We are not to just take things at face value, but to test them and see whether the spirit in which someone is speaking is of God, or not (1 John 4:1-3).

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Eric Trump announced June 2, that the Donald Trump campaign has amassed an astonishing $200 million since the former president’s conviction in New York last Thursday, May 30.

This massive haul came from both small- and large-money donors, as conservatives and independents across the country lamented the jury’s decision as an affront to the justice system and that the United States had become a banana republic.

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Former Democratic Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard expressed her disgust at the ruling on X stating, “This should be a wake up call to all Americans.”

“Biden and the Democrat Elite have turned our country into a banana republic. They will go after anyone who dares to challenge their power.

“We, the people, are the only ones who can reverse this disaster and save our country by voting them out of power on Nov. 5th,” she wrote.

Gabbard is not alone in her determination to make Joe Biden a one-term president, either.

The Daily Mail conducted a poll in the wake of the historic ruling, marking the first time a former president of the United States was found guilty of a felony.

“New Daily Mail poll says Trump received a 6-point bump in approval after he was found guilty in New York City,” reported co-owner of Trending Politics Collin Rugg on X.

“According to the poll, 22% of people said they ‘now have a more favorable’ rating of Trump while 16% said they viewed him more negatively.

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“That six-point net positive result is another sign of the way the businessman-turned-politician seems able to ride out crises that would sink anyone else,” the Daily Mail wrote.

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A rare stellar event took place this past Sunday, June 2, as Comet 12P/Pons-Brooks, or more commonly called the “Devil Comet” made its closest pass on its 71-year rotational visit to Earth.

The people of Earth need not fear the wayward space object; even at its closest point to our planet it is still some 143 million miles away and poses no risk of any Armageddon-like scenario where Bruce Willis would have to save us from the space rock.

For comparison, the Sun and Earth are separated by a distance of 93 million miles.

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It gets its nickname “devil comet” from the twin tails it emits from explosions of gas. The comet continues to confound scientists, while many viewers of the comet have also alluded to it bearing resemblance to the Millennium Falcon from Star Wars.

This mostly once-in-a-lifetime event was at its brightest point back in April, as it was passing by its closest orbit of the Sun, a whopping 74.4 million miles. Meanwhile, amateur astronomers would need the help of at least a pair of binoculars to have caught a glimpse of the fleeting comet this past Sunday, even with its large amount of explosions taking place within the last eight months.

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“I would say it’s somewhat unusual in the number of outbursts it’s been having,” Dr. Dave Schleicher, astronomer at Lowell Observatory in Arizona, says. “On the other hand, it’s not like you have good records from the past to really let you know what is typical. And I suspect given the fairly large number of outbursts that have happened over the last eight months, that this is very clearly an usual occurrence for Pons-Brooks.”

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After raising many questions on social media about a potential return to ministry, with a mixed reaction from many, Carl Lentz has announced he is not returning to a ministry position, but is instead starting a podcast.

“No, I’m not back” the Instagram video announcement read. “That guy is gone.”

The podcast entitled “Lights On with Carl Lentz” is scheduled to premiere on June 4, and will be available on all streaming platforms.

Since his very public fall from grace at the Hillsong New York campus, Lentz has been involved in a documentary “The Secrets of Hillsong” and joined Michael Todd’s Transformation Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma, as a strategist in an advisory role only.

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“My choices, and the road toward recovery taught me how helpful it is to have people share vulnerably the impact of their bad choices, the pain they caused and the pain they suffered that led them to make those choices, and what they’ve discovered can be helpful and healing,” read Lentz’s post alongside the video announcement.

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“My hope is that in sharing those things from my story and asking others to share theirs, it will be helpful, hopeful and healing. I’m thankful for where we are today. To be confident of the future, content in the present and healed enough to speak to the past is miraculous. If we can make it, anybody can…thank you for all the love and support!” the post ends.

Among the many voices encouraging Lentz down this new path in life was his old mentor, Brian Houston, founder and former senior pastor at Hillsong:

“Good on you Carl. Looking forward to it. B.” Houston wrote in response to the news.

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Regardless of whether people believe Lentz has faithfully repented and entered into the forgiveness, grace, love and mercy of the Lord, his calling has never gone away, as is evident in Paul’s writings in Romans 11:29, “For the gifts and calling of God are irrevocable.”

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Churches in the West continue to be targeted by violent agitators as a Utah man was arrested recently for assaulting churchgoers at a Sunday morning service with a wooden sword and punching several with his fists.

As reported by ABC 4 Salt Lake City, “Chandler Grillone, 31, faces two felony charges of aggravated assault, one felony charge of property damage under $5,000, a misdemeanor assault charge, as well as charges of disorderly conduct and interfering with a police officer. He was taken into custody shortly after 11 a.m. Sunday morning, May 26.”

Salt Lake City has been dealing with a growing homelessness problem over the last several years, and with this comes issues that deal with addiction, mental health problems and spiritual oppression.

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In an interview with 2News KUTV, a local resident who went by Mike described being unable to hold “pay respects at the Celebration of Life Memorial on Library Square” due to the growing homeless population preventing access to the memorial.

“We came here and the memorial was surrounded by homeless people. There was drug use going on,” he claims.

“We’ve seen that a lot in the past. I’ve personally witnessed a sexual assault in the homeless community and called the cops and got them involved. That was in front of one of my properties, here,” he continues.

The attack that took place at the Cathedral of the Madeline during their Sunday Mass appears to be “without provocation or any indication of reasoning” according to probably cause documents.

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As reported by Breitbart News, “When police arrested Grillone, he allegedly resisted, and officers had to restrain him using a ‘WRAP’ device, a kind of full-body restraint designed to minimize injury to both the arrestee and police.

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For those who remember the rush to stores during the height 2020’s pandemic-driven lockdowns and the empty shelves that came with the early months of the year, some supermarkets are fearing they may soon see another rush.

This is largely due to the British government’s recent launch of a website that tells its citizens they should be prepared for any upcoming emergencies, almost like they are expecting one, and to have three days worth of food and water available.

According to Yahoo! News, “Deputy Prime Minister Oliver Dowden has revealed a new site to advise people how to be ready for various risks such as flooding, power outages, another pandemic or biosecurity crisis.”

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The new “Prepare” website allegedly hopes to keep people informed on any potential crises that may or may not hit the area residents live in, and allow them to sign up to receive notifications, alerts and warnings.

Yahoo! News also reported that the website will try and coordinate the best escape route for residents in an area, which may likely clog the route with a simultaneous mass exodus.

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Being prepared for an emergency is a crucial aspect of ensuring safety and resilience in the face of unexpected events. Stocking up on essential supplies, creating a solid communication plan and staying informed about potential risks are practical steps that can make a significant difference during crises.

The Bible addresses the importance of this, as seen in Proverbs 22:3: “A prudent man foresees the evil and hides himself, but the simple pass on and are punished.” This verse encourages foresight and prudence, reminding us that taking proactive measures is a wise and responsible approach to safeguarding ourselves and our loved ones.

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There have been some sketchy high school graduation speeches in the past, and many did not have their diplomas held back due to the nature of the student’s speech.

But throw an off-script praise of Jesus Christ into today’s society and you are sure to ruffle some feathers.

This very thing happened to recent graduate Micah Price of Campbell County High School in Alexandria, Kentucky.

Price didn’t call for revolutions, he did not promote violence or anything of the sort, instead he followed his faith in a message of support and love.

“Class, before another word leaves my mouth, I must give the honor, the praise and the glory to my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ,” Price said at the graduation ceremony held in Truist Arena at Northern Kentucky University.

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Had this been said at a high school in the Seattle, Washington, area, protesters may have stormed the stage at the very mention of Jesus, but it wasn’t. This was in Kentucky, and Price’s words were met with resounding applause.

“Who in His very words tells us He is the light, He is the way, the truth and life. Class, anyone in the audience today, I’m here to tell you that if you don’t have any of those things in your life and can’t seem to find the answer, then my Lord and Savior is your answer.”

How dare he.

In true modern-day academia fashion, the school’s administration was none to happy with his non-approved message, although his thanking and praising of Jesus was in the approved version of his speech.

Price was confronted by a school official, and posted a video on TikTok sharing about the encounter.

“After the speech was over, one of the principals came in, tapped me on the shoulder, very politely and professionally told me that I was going to have to go in front of the board and explain what I did because I went off script,” Price recalled.

The administration addressed that it was Price’s deviation from his pre-approved speech, which was the encouragement to others to accept Jesus as their Lord and Savior, that resulted in the initial denial of his diploma.

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“All speakers were told that going off their submitted speech, or any unplanned choices at graduation, may have repercussions as they would at any school function,” Superintendent Shelli Wilson told WKRC.

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The talk of UFOs, UAPs, extraterrestrials, demons and the supernatural has flooded the media for the last few years, with Congress even going so far as to hold hearings on the phenomena.

No longer is it just “crazed conspiracy theorists” who are talking about these encounters; now even licensed professionals are reporting odd disturbances taking place across the U.S.

One such witness, crime scene reconstruction analyst Scott Roder, couldn’t believe what he saw and was almost at a loss to describe it at a “crash site” in Las Vegas recently.

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Roder describes seeing two “beings” utilizing what he calls a “cloaking device” to skew their appearance in the video that has made the rounds online.

“I applied the same principles that I would apply to any kind of homicide investigation,” he says. “At this particular time, with what we’ve seen here, is proof of a couple of things. That these entities … are real. They’re there. This is not fake. This is not a fraud.”

Roder is so sure this “being” was not of this world that he wants others to “peer review” the video and work with him on figuring out what was seen.

“‘Bring it on,” he says. “I want to open this up. Everything that we’ve done. I’m opening it up for peer review … I’m willing to hear what professionals in my field have to say about this and open it up. And if I’m wrong, you know, I’ll admit it.”

It should be noted that Roder is not some fringe analyst who started a podcast to spew out his many random and unverified theories. His expertise in his field has been used in high-profile cases such as the murder trial of Paralympian Oscar Pistorius.

As Fox News reports, “Roder worked with Jim Quirk – a reporter who runs the Extraterrestrial Reality podcast and who shared videos and images with Fox New Digital – to recreate the scene in the Las Vegas backyard on April 30, 2023.”

Just prior to the event, many across the region of eastern California, Utah, Nevada and Arizona reported seeing a streak of light fly across the night sky. This was also verified and capture on the bodycams of Las Vegas police.

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So something was in the sky at this time, and the only question that remains is: What was it?

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A disabled Army veteran recounts a terrifying grizzly bear attack he survived this week—by playing dead and clinging to his can of bear spray—in a series of Instagram posts.

Shayne Burke describes the attack by a mama grizzly last Sunday as the “most violent thing I have ever experienced.” Reflecting on his ordeal, Burke shares, “I’ve experienced being shot at, mortared and IED explosions.”

Burke was navigating the woods of Grand Teton National Park’s Signal Mountain in western Wyoming, hoping to photograph a great gray owl. His wife waited in the parking lot, and Burke was heading back to her location when an uneasy feeling overcame him. “I was breaking branches, singing and talking to myself aloud. These are some things that can help prevent a ‘surprise encounter’ with a brown bear,” he says.

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In what would be much to the dismay of any hiker, he spotted a bear cub in front of him. “I knew this wasn’t good,” he writes. Instinctively, Burke unholstered his bear spray just as the mother bear began charging. “I stood my ground, shouted and attempted to deploy the bear spray but as I did she already closed the gap,” he writes.

With seconds to react, he dropped to the ground, lying on his stomach to protect his front and interlocking his hands behind his neck to “protect my vitals.” The bear bit him on his shoulder, legs and buttocks; slammed him to the ground; and stood on his back before aiming for his neck for a “kill bite.”

“I still had my hands interlocked and my arms protecting my carotid arteries,” he writes. Despite the agony, Burke never let go of the bear spray. “As she bit my hands in the back of my neck she simultaneously bit the bear spray can and it exploded in her mouth. This is what saved my life from the initial attack. I heard her run away, I looked up and instantly ran in the opposite direction up a hill.”

Burke texted his wife, “attacked” and applied improvised tourniquets to his legs. As they awaited rescue, Burke filmed a video saying goodbye to his loved ones in case the worst happened. But soon, a helicopter and ambulance arrived, rushing him to a hospital.

“The No. 1 thing that kept me alive during the attack was reading and understanding what to do in the event of a bear attack and being prepared with the bear spray,” he writes. “Though I am not sure if I got to spray any at the bear, having it on me and keeping it in my hands while protecting my vitals 100% is the only reason I am telling my story now.”

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Burke expresses deep gratitude to the “Jenny Lake Rangers who saved my life.” He harbors no resentment towards the bear, recognizing the attack as a natural defense of her cub. “In fact, the second thing I said to the park rangers was please don’t kill the bear, she was defending her cub,” he writes, adding, “I love and respect wildlife.”

A Divine Shield in Life’s Storms

Through his harrowing experience, Shayne Burke’s survival underscores a profound truth: The Lord watches over and protects us, even in the most unexpected and perilous moments. In times of danger, His guidance and presence can turn the tide, offering hope and deliverance.

The Bible reminds us of God’s constant protection in Psalm 121:7-8: “The Lord shall protect you from all evil; He shall preserve your soul. The Lord shall preserve your going out and your coming in from now and for evermore.”

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The unprecedented trail of trials continues for former and presumptive next President Donald Trump, and the world is watching to see what will happen.

Trump supporters have railed against what they see as unfair treatment, harassment and campaign interference, and now wait to see if the jury, which is set to begin deliberations, will find Trump guilty of the 34 charges Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg leveled against him.

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Then, should Trump be found guilty, it will be up to conflicted Judge Juan Merchan to decide the fate of the Republican Party’s presumptive nominee.

Merchan may very well be the one to sentence a former president, and candidate for president, to jail.

Trump’s “pit bull,” Laura Loomer, has worked tirelessly to uncover the many conflicts of interest that would make most upstanding judges recuse themselves from the case, such as Merchan’s daughter being virulently anti-Trump, yet Merchan has refused to do so.

As CBS News has reported, “Each of the 34 felony falsification of business records charges that Trump is facing carries a sentence of up to four years in prison and a $5,000 fine. He has pleaded not guilty.”

In preparation for the possibility of the former president being sentenced to jail, it has now been reported that the Secret Service has met with local jail officials.

CBS also reported that “As a former president, Trump is entitled to Secret Service protection for the rest of his life, wherever he happens to be. Behind bars, corrections officers would in turn be responsible for protecting those agents assigned to Trump.”

This potential result of what many believe to be a political witch-hunt and weaponization of the legal system against Trump would have monumental consequences for the nation.

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There is no telling how much internal strife, protests or possibly the start of armed conflict across the nation could erupt from such a sentence, but in these times of fear, it is best to place one’s trust in the Lord.

David leaned on the Lord in times of severe trial, and so did Jesus Himself. When they were suffering they turned to prayer and placed their faith not in the situation around them, but in the God who is bigger than all things and controls all of reality.

“Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding” (Prov. 3:5).

It’s easy to get caught up in the ways of the world and let fear, doubt and anxiety into our hearts. But we serve a God who has overcome fear and has instead given us power, love and a sound mind.

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