Confusion continues to grow in the church over one critical question: when is a struggle spiritual and when is it mental health? In a recent Q&A session, Alexander Pagani addressed this tension head-on, offering a clear and balanced framework rooted in Scripture, discernment and practical wisdom.

Not Everything Is a Demon

Pagani challenged the tendency to over-spiritualize every struggle. “Don’t view everything from the lens of deliverance,” he said. He made it clear that some issues are not demonic at all but rooted in the heart. “The issue with turning their back on Christ, that’s a heart issue, not a demon issue.”

He emphasized that deliverance is not a one-size solution. “Deliverance is for people who know they need deliverance. If they don’t need it and they’re fine and they’re growing, then don’t seek it.”

Mental Health and Medical Wisdom

Pagani strongly rejected the idea that all conditions are demonic, especially when it comes to neurological or mental health struggles. “I have reservations in calling all epilepsy a demon. That’s terrifying. That is destructive.”

He urged believers to embrace medical help without guilt. “I work with doctors, man. I don’t say don’t take no medicine. If you need to take something, take something.” He added, “I got a headache, I’m not binding a migraine spirit. I drink some water, I take a Tylenol, I call it a day.”

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Discernment Comes From the Holy Spirit

At the center of Pagani’s teaching is spiritual discernment. “The Holy Spirit will reveal that,” he said when asked how to distinguish between a medical issue and something demonic.

He pointed us toward a posture of faith and surrender. “Continue to believe God for healing,” he said, while also reminding us that God’s will remains supreme. “Not my will, Your will be done.”

Deliverance Requires Faith, Not Force

Pagani warned against forcing deliverance on others. “You can’t force them. If anything, forcing them is coercion and their heart is not even in it.”

He also clarified that deliverance is not essential for salvation. “Deliverance is not a salvation issue. They don’t have to embrace deliverance until Christ comes.”

A Call for Balance in the Church

Pagani’s message calls us back to biblical balance. We are not called to extremes but to wisdom, faith and discernment. We pray, we seek God and we use the resources He provides.

As we navigate spiritual warfare and mental health, we test what we encounter and hold fast to truth, just as Scripture instructs us to “test all things and hold fast what is good” (1 Thess. 5:21).

We pursue Christ first, trust the Holy Spirit to guide us and stand together as a community that brings both truth and compassion to a complex and deeply personal issue in a world that desperately needs biblical wisdom.

James Lasher, a seasoned writer and editor at Charisma Media, combines faith and storytelling with a journalism background from Otterbein University and ministry experience in Guatemala and at the LA Dream Center. A Marine Corps and Air Force veteran, he is the author of The Revelation of Jesus: A Common Man’s Commentary and a contributor to Charisma magazine. For interviews and media inquiries, please contact media@.

A pastor in the United Kingdom has been charged with gross negligence manslaughter following the death of a man during a backyard baptism, with charges now being brought nearly two years after the incident.

As reported by The Telegraph, Robert Smith, 61, died on Oct. 8, 2023, during a baptism held in a paddling pool at a home in Erdington, Birmingham. Emergency services were called shortly after 1:30 p.m., but Smith was “pronounced dead at the scene.”

Cheryl Bartley, 48, pastor of Life Changing Ministries, has now been charged with one count of gross negligence manslaughter in connection with the baptism. The Crown Prosecution Service confirmed the charge following an investigation conducted alongside West Midlands Police. Bartley is scheduled to appear at Birmingham magistrates’ court on May 14.

Smith, a barber from Brixton, London, was originally from Jamaica and had seven grandchildren. Reports state he had Parkinson’s disease and had previously been baptized but sought a second ceremony to become a “born-again believer.”

The baptism was live-streamed on the church’s Facebook page, but the video feed was cut short during the event and later removed.

Following the incident, Bartley reportedly shared a video claiming she saw Smith in heaven “dancing with Jesus.”

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Life Changing Ministries describes itself as an Apostolic church focused on healing, deliverance and the power of the Holy Spirit. The organization appears to operate primarily online and regularly hosts “supernatural healing and deliverance” broadcasts inviting participants to join and be “set free.”

Malcolm McHaffie, head of the CPS’s special crime division, emphasized the importance of due process, stating, “We remind all concerned that criminal proceedings against this defendant are active and that she has the right to a fair trial.” He added, “It is vital that there should be no reporting, commentary or sharing of information online which could in any way prejudice these proceedings.”

James Lasher, a seasoned writer and editor at Charisma Media, combines faith and storytelling with a journalism background from Otterbein University and ministry experience in Guatemala and at the LA Dream Center. A Marine Corps and Air Force veteran, he is the author of The Revelation of Jesus: A Common Man’s Commentary and a contributor to Charisma magazine. For interviews and media inquiries, please contact media@.

A newly uncovered monastery in Egypt is shedding fresh light on the earliest days of Christianity, revealing how believers lived lives marked by prayer, sacrifice and unwavering devotion to God.

As reported by the New York Post, Egypt’s Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities announced the discovery in Wadi El-Natrun, a historic region widely known as a cradle of Christian monastic life. The site dates back to the fourth through sixth centuries A.D., placing it among the earliest organized communities of Christians who chose to step away from society to pursue holiness.

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Life Inside One of Christianity’s Earliest Communities

The structure itself is expansive, covering more than 21,000 square feet and built from mudbrick with thick fortified walls. At its center sits an open courtyard, surrounded by living quarters and functional spaces that supported daily life. Archaeologists identified monks’ cells alongside kitchens, ovens and storage rooms, painting a clear picture of a disciplined, self-sufficient community.

Excavators also uncovered human remains believed to belong to the monks who once lived there, along with inscriptions that include their names and written prayers asking God for mercy and forgiveness. These details offer a rare and personal glimpse into the spiritual rhythms that defined their lives.

The interior walls carry strong Christian symbolism. Covered in white plaster, they feature crosses, palm imagery and intricate patterns, all pointing to themes of victory, endurance and eternal hope. The use of domes and vaulted roofing systems shows thoughtful construction, reflecting a setting designed not only for survival but for worship.

A Living Reminder of Devotion and Surrender

This discovery brings renewed clarity to how early believers responded to the call of Scripture. These men lived out the command to remain steadfast in prayer and devotion (1 Thess. 5:17; Acts 2:42), separating themselves from worldly distractions to focus fully on God. Their lives reflect a level of surrender that still challenges and inspires us today.

Another striking feature is the presence of burial spaces within the monastery itself. This reveals a community that remained united in faith even in death, holding tightly to the promise of eternal life in Christ.

The find is part of a broader pattern of recent discoveries across Egypt, including additional monastic sites in the same region and in Sohag. Together, they continue to confirm Egypt’s central role in the spread and development of early Christianity.

This is more than an archaeological milestone. It is a reminder of what it looks like to pursue God with full commitment. The same call to prayer, repentance and devotion that shaped the early church still stands, inviting us to walk in deeper surrender and faith as we follow Jesus Christ.

James Lasher, a seasoned writer and editor at Charisma Media, combines faith and storytelling with a background in journalism from Otterbein University and ministry experience in Guatemala and the LA Dream Center. A Marine Corps and Air Force veteran, he is the author of The Revelation of Jesus: A Common Man’s Commentary and a contributor to Charisma magazine. For interviews and media inquiries, please contact media@.

An NBA controversy surrounding Jaden Ivey is igniting a much deeper conversation than basketball. It is forcing believers to confront a question many would rather avoid: What happens when following Jesus collides with cultural expectations?

On a recent episode of his podcast, Pastor Josh Howerton addressed the situation head-on, framing it as a real-world test of Christian conviction in an increasingly hostile culture.

Ivey reportedly faced swift consequences after speaking out against the league’s Pride Month celebrations, calling them unrighteous. Within hours, he was gone. The speed of the fallout sent a clear message that in today’s environment, certain convictions are no longer tolerated in the public square.

Howerton pointed to the deeper issue behind the headlines. This is not just about one player or one comment. It is about a growing expectation that believers must not only tolerate cultural values but actively affirm them.

That is where the tension becomes unavoidable.

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Across industries, not just in the NBA, Christians are being asked to participate in messaging that directly conflicts with Scripture. For many, that moment becomes a line in the sand. It is no longer about staying quiet. It is about whether we will compromise.

And that is why this moment resonates far beyond sports.

Howerton also highlighted what many see as a clear double standard. Public figures have been given space for a wide range of expressions, political stances and even serious personal failures. Yet when a historic Christian belief about sexuality is voiced, the consequences come swiftly and decisively.

For believers, this should not come as a surprise.

Scripture has always prepared us for this reality. Faithfulness to Christ has never been measured by cultural approval. It has been measured by obedience. When the early church faced pressure to conform, their response was clear: obey God rather than men (Acts 5:29).

That same tension now shows up in workplaces, schools and even professional sports.

Howerton urged Christians to approach these moments with both courage and wisdom. Believers are called to speak truth with grace, not hostility. But there is a difference between being wise and remaining silent. There is a difference between showing compassion and abandoning conviction.

At some point, every believer faces a moment where faith is no longer theoretical.

Ivey’s situation is a reminder that standing for biblical truth may come with a cost. But it is also a reminder of something greater. Approval from culture is temporary. Faithfulness to Christ is eternal.

This is bigger than one player. It is a glimpse of what many believers are already navigating every day.

James Lasher, a seasoned writer and editor at Charisma Media, combines faith and storytelling with a background in journalism from Otterbein University and ministry experience in Guatemala and the LA Dream Center. A Marine Corps and Air Force veteran, he is the author of The Revelation of Jesus: A Common Man’s Commentary and a contributor to Charisma magazine. For interviews and media inquiries, please contact media@.

What if one hidden habit is quietly wrecking your health, disrupting your sleep and opening the door to disease?

According to Dr. Don Colbert, it is not diet or exercise alone. It is unforgiveness.

In a recent video, Colbert returns to a foundational truth: grudges are not just spiritual issues; they are medical ones. When a person holds onto bitterness, resentment or offense, the body enters a constant stress response. Cortisol, adrenaline and other stress hormones flood the system and never fully shut off.

That chronic activation takes a toll. Blood pressure rises. Belly fat increases. Sleep becomes restless. The immune system weakens. Inflammation spreads. Over time, the body begins to break down under the weight of unresolved stress. What was meant to protect us in moments of danger becomes a slow, internal attack when it never turns off.

Scripture speaks directly to this. Jesus commands forgiveness without limits, telling His disciples to forgive “seventy times seven” (Matt. 18). He makes it even more direct in Matthew 6:14-15, linking our forgiveness of others to our own. Paul echoes this in Ephesians 4:31-32, calling believers to put away all bitterness, rage and anger and to forgive as God has forgiven us.

This is not a suggestion. It is a command tied to freedom.

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A grudge keeps the past alive in the present. It replays the offense, deepens emotional wounds and strengthens stress patterns in the brain. Many carry these offenses for years, allowing a single moment to shape their health, relationships and spiritual life.

Forgiveness breaks that cycle.

It begins with a decision. Not a feeling. A choice to release the offense and refuse to rehearse it. It means bringing the hurt before God, surrendering the need for personal justice and trusting Him as the true judge. It also means setting healthy boundaries when necessary while still letting go of bitterness.

This kind of forgiveness is not weakness. It is strength. It frees the mind, restores peace and allows the body to come out of survival mode.

Colbert makes it clear: holding a grudge is like drinking poison and expecting the other person to suffer. The damage stays within. But when we forgive, everything shifts. Sleep improves. clarity returns. The body begins to heal.

We are not called to carry offense. We are called to walk in freedom.

When we release the weight of unforgiveness, we step into the peace of God and align our lives with the way He designed us to live.

James Lasher, a seasoned writer and editor at Charisma Media, combines faith and storytelling with a background in journalism from Otterbein University and ministry experience in Guatemala and the LA Dream Center. A Marine Corps and Air Force veteran, he is the author of The Revelation of Jesus: A Common Man’s Commentary and a contributor to Charisma magazine. For interviews and media inquiries, please contact media@.

Scientists experimenting with powerful ultraviolet light say they have uncovered a stunning clue tied to one of Christianity’s most debated relics. The image on the Shroud of Turin, believed by many to be the burial cloth of Jesus, continues to defy modern explanation.

Italian physicist Paolo Di Lazzaro led a team that spent years attempting to recreate the faint image using advanced laser technology. Their approach focused on firing intense bursts of ultraviolet light onto untreated linen in controlled conditions. The goal was simple. Reproduce the same surface-level discoloration seen on the Shroud.

The results were striking. Researchers managed to create small patches that mirrored key features of the cloth, including faint yellowing limited to the outermost fibers. The image on the Shroud itself shows no trace of paint or dye and exists only at the microscopic surface level.

But the experiment hit a wall.

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Even with cutting-edge lasers, scientists could not produce a full human image. The energy required to do so far exceeds anything available today.

Biblical scholar Jeremiah Johnston highlighted the staggering implications during a recent discussion on The Shawn Ryan Show.

“Paolo told me it would take 34,000 billion watts of energy traveling in one 40th of a billionth of a second to change the chemical makeup of a fine linen shroud to leave that image,” Johnston said. “We don’t have that power on Earth.”

That level of intensity, delivered in an instant, would alter the chemical bonds of the linen without burning it. Any longer exposure would have destroyed the cloth entirely.

Johnston pointed to the nature of the image as evidence of something extraordinary. “There’s no pigment, there’s no dye, there’s no paint,” he said. “Science has to ask how this image is there?”

He added that the precision of the event stands out. “If it had lasted longer than one 40th of a billionth of a second, it would’ve just burned up. It would’ve been gone.”

The Shroud of Turin stretches about 14 feet long and bears the faint front and back image of a man. It first appeared publicly in the 14th century, sparking centuries of debate among scientists, historians and theologians.

What remains undeniable is the challenge it presents to modern science. Even with decades of research and the most advanced tools available, the full image remains beyond replication.

What kind of event could leave behind a mark that science still cannot reproduce?

To learn more about the mystery of the Shroud of Turin, check out Charisma Media’s interview with Christian researcher and author L.A. Marzulli below!

James Lasher, a seasoned writer and editor at Charisma Media, combines faith and storytelling with a background in journalism from Otterbein University and ministry experience in Guatemala and the LA Dream Center. A Marine Corps and Air Force veteran, he is the author of The Revelation of Jesus: A Common Man’s Commentary and a contributor to Charisma magazine. For interviews and media inquiries, please contact media@.

Bible prophecy is no longer a distant topic reserved for theologians. It is unfolding in real time all around us. Scripture calls us to study the full counsel of God’s Word, so we are not caught off guard by deception but instead walk in truth, discernment and readiness.

As conversations about the end times, the Second Coming of Jesus Christ, and last-days prophecy surge across culture, believers are being challenged to understand what the Bible actually says about the signs of the times.

In a recent podcast conversation, Pastor Tom Hughes of Hope for Our Times and prophecy teacher Jimmy Evans examined 10 major end-times signs that point to the soon return of Jesus. Their discussion connects current global events, Israel, artificial intelligence and biblical prophecy into a clear picture of where we are on the prophetic timeline.

1. The Rebirth of Israel in 1948

The rebirth of Israel is one of the most significant end-times signs in Bible prophecy. After nearly 2,000 years, the Jewish people returned to their land, fulfilling Old Testament prophecy. This historic event marked the beginning of the modern prophetic era and positioned Israel at the center of global attention, just as Scripture foretold.

2. Jerusalem Restored to Jewish Control in 1967

During the Six-Day War, Israel regained control of Jerusalem, fulfilling Jesus’ prophecy in Luke 21. Jerusalem is central to end-times prophecy, and its restoration to Jewish authority signaled a major shift in the last days timeline leading toward the Second Coming.

3. The Convergence of End-Times Signs

What sets this generation apart is not the presence of individual prophetic signs but the convergence of many. Wars, global instability, moral decline, technological advancement and spiritual deception are all increasing at the same time. This aligns with Jesus’ teaching about birth pains in the last days that grow more frequent and intense.

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4. Scoffing at Bible Prophecy and the Return of Christ

The Bible warns that in the last days, many will mock the promise of Jesus’ return (2 Peter 3). Today, even within the church, end-times prophecy is often dismissed or ignored. This growing skepticism reflects a departure from biblical truth and leaves many unprepared for the Rapture and the Second Coming of Christ.

5. The Rise of Anti-Semitism Worldwide

Anti-Semitism is rising at an alarming rate across nations, media and even churches. The Bible clearly teaches that Israel will be at the center of global conflict in the end times (Zech. 12). The increasing hostility toward the Jewish people is a direct alignment with biblical prophecy and a key indicator of the last days.

6. Third Temple Preparations in Israel

The push to rebuild the Third Temple in Jerusalem is gaining momentum. The Temple Institute has prepared sacred vessels, priestly garments and trained individuals for temple service. According to end-times prophecy in Daniel and Revelation, a functioning temple will play a central role during the Tribulation period.

7. Increased Jewish Activity on the Temple Mount

Jewish access to the Temple Mount is expanding, with growing numbers ascending and engaging in prayer. This shift marks a significant development in Israel and signals movement toward the fulfillment of prophecy related to temple worship and the last days.

8. Signs in the Heavens: Blood Moons and Solar Eclipses

The Bible speaks of signs in the sun, moon and stars preceding the Day of the Lord (Joel 2). Patterns of blood moons and solar eclipses have coincided with major events in Israel’s history, drawing attention to God’s prophetic timeline and reinforcing the urgency of the times we are living in.

9. The Explosion of Knowledge and Artificial Intelligence

The rapid rise of artificial intelligence and global technology fulfills the prophecy in Daniel 12 that knowledge will increase in the last days. AI, digital systems and global networks now have the capacity to enable worldwide control, aligning with the prophetic picture of a coming global system described in Revelation.

10. The Near Completion of 6,000 Years of Human History

Biblical chronology suggests a pattern of 6,000 years of human history followed by a 1,000-year reign of Christ, often referred to as the Millennium (Rev. 20). As we approach that threshold, the timeline itself becomes a powerful indicator that the return of Jesus Christ is drawing near.

These end-times signs are not meant to produce fear but to awaken us as Christians. Bible prophecy reveals God’s plan so we can live with confidence, clarity and purpose in the last days.

As we watch these signs unfold, we are reminded to stay rooted in Scripture, remain faithful in our walk and keep our eyes fixed on the promise of the Second Coming. Jesus is coming soon, and we are called to be ready.

James Lasher, a seasoned writer and editor at Charisma Media, combines faith and storytelling with a background in journalism from Otterbein University and ministry experience in Guatemala and the LA Dream Center. A Marine Corps and Air Force veteran, he is the author of The Revelation of Jesus: A Common Man’s Commentary and a contributor to Charisma magazine. For interviews and media inquiries, please contact media@.

A steady voice is rising in the middle of growing tension surrounding Israel, calling believers back to clarity, prayer and spiritual discernment.

As conversations around anti-Semitism and anti-Zionism intensify across the world and within the church, prophetic minister Mike Thompson is urging Christians to return to what God has already revealed and to stand firm without confusion.

Thompson, known for his measured and prayerful delivery, shared that after weeks of seeking the Lord, he received a simple but direct instruction. “Lean to the prophetic. Lean to your gift. And those who have ears to hear will receive what the Spirit is saying.” With that, he set aside a traditional teaching approach and instead began sharing what he has seen and heard in the Spirit.

God’s Hand Remains on Israel

At the center of Thompson’s message is a clear conviction. “The hand of the Lord is still on Israel. He is protecting Israel.” He points back to a foundational truth that continues to guide his understanding. “Those who bless Israel will be blessed and those who curse Israel will be cursed.”

Rather than framing this only through Scripture, Thompson opened up about personal encounters that have shaped his perspective over the years.

A Prophetic Encounter: Protection Over Israel

He recalled a moment from October 2014 while praying in the Spirit. “Suddenly, He brought me into the spiritual realm.” During that encounter, he said the Lord spoke about the importance of intercessory prayer and ongoing spiritual conflict involving both Israel and the United States.

In that same experience, Thompson said he was shown the archangel Michael. “I observed him positioned in the atmosphere over Israel protecting it.” He then heard the Lord say, “He will protect Israel by defeating its enemies, even those who are in political office in the United States.”

That moment established a connection between spiritual activity, prayer and real-world events that continues to unfold.

A Call to Prayer in a Time of Spiritual Conflict

Thompson emphasized that believers are not passive observers. He pointed to what he describes as “third heaven authority” and urged Christians to remain active in prayer. “If you will do your job in third heaven authority and in prayer, Michael will do his job in protecting Israel.”

He also warned of spiritual deception clouding discernment in the United States. Referring to a previous vision, he said, “The fog machine that is in America still needs to be destroyed.”

Four Warnings for the Church

1. False prophetic voices
   “This anti-Zionism doctrine that’s going around right now is a false voice of prophecy.”
   Thompson warns that this movement is not simply a difference in opinion but a spiritual influence introducing doctrinal error into the church. He identifies it as a deceptive voice that sounds spiritual while leading believers away from truth.
2. Jezebel’s influence
   “Jezebel will operate anywhere, but she is most comfortable in the prophetic.”
   He explains that this spirit seeks to manipulate, control and distort spiritual understanding, often targeting prophetic environments where sensitivity to the Spirit can be exploited if believers are not grounded.
3. The necessity of knowing the Word
   “If you don’t study the word of God for yourself and walk in truth, deception waits around the next corner for you.”
   Thompson emphasizes that a lack of personal engagement with Scripture leaves believers vulnerable. Knowing the Word provides stability and acts as a safeguard against spiritual confusion.
4. The importance of discernment
   “Discerning of spirits is one of the most important but least sought-after gifts.”
   He highlights discernment as essential for recognizing the true source behind spiritual activity. Without it, believers may mistake deception for truth or fail to recognize the work of God.

He explained that discernment goes beyond identifying evil. It involves understanding the origin and operation of what is happening in the spiritual realm, whether demonic, angelic or the work of the Holy Spirit.

Discerning the Times We Are In

Thompson’s message consistently returns to the need for clarity in a time of competing voices. He cautioned that deception often targets those who are not grounded in truth and encouraged believers to remain anchored in both the Word of God and the leading of the Spirit.

“We must reject the false voice of prophecy. We must reject Jezebel’s deception. We must study the word of God and walk in truth.”

A Call to Stand, Pray and Expect God’s Glory

In closing, Thompson called believers to take an active role in what is unfolding. “We must be ardent supporters of Israel and bless Israel. Pray for the peace of Jerusalem.”

He also pointed to a larger picture that extends beyond present conflict. “This is about the glory of God. The glory of God coming upon both nations. The glory of God coming into the earth.”

With a calm but unwavering confidence, Thompson left listeners with a forward-looking hope rooted in God’s movement. “The greatest revival and spiritual awakening that planet earth has ever seen. God is moving. Don’t be deceived.”

As Christians, we are invited into that moment not with fear or confusion, but with clarity, prayer and a renewed commitment to walk in truth.

James Lasher, a seasoned writer and editor at Charisma Media, combines faith and storytelling with a background in journalism from Otterbein University and ministry experience in Guatemala and the LA Dream Center. A Marine Corps and Air Force veteran, he is the author of The Revelation of Jesus: A Common Man’s Commentary and a contributor to Charisma magazine. For interviews and media inquiries, please contact media@.

Global tensions are rising at a pace that is hard to ignore. War headlines dominate the news cycle, instability is spreading across regions, and uncertainty is shaping conversations around the world.

In the middle of it all, a growing number of believers are asking a deeper question: Are we watching biblical patterns unfold in real time?

Christian researcher and author L.A. Marzulli is sounding the alarm that what we are witnessing is not random. It is part of a larger prophetic picture. Drawing from decades of research into Scripture, the supernatural and global events, Marzulli is connecting today’s conflicts and cultural shifts to what the Bible has already outlined.

Escalation in the Middle East

Marzulli points to the expanding conflict involving Israel, Iran and surrounding nations as a central development. What began as a regional struggle is widening, pulling in additional players and increasing pressure across the Middle East.

“The whole,” he says, describing the growing scope of the conflict, noting activity from Lebanon to Yemen and beyond.

At the center of this tension are critical oil routes such as the Strait of Hormuz. Marzulli underscores how vital these passageways are to the global economy, warning that disruption there would have immediate worldwide consequences.

“Oil is the lifeblood of the planet. Everything runs on oil. You don’t have oil, everything breaks down.”

A Conflict Moving Toward Global Scale

This is no longer contained. Marzulli highlights how nations are stepping into the fray, turning what many hoped would remain regional into something far broader.

“It is a global conflict. There is absolutely no doubt about this. It is a global conflict, and it’s not going away anytime soon.”

He also raises concerns about how much of the real story is being shared with the public.

“Are we being told the truth? I don’t think so. The media is mostly blacked out about all of this.”

For believers, this calls us to stay alert and discerning, not simply consuming headlines but weighing them against the truth of God’s Word.

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The Nuclear Threat and Rising Fear

One of the most sobering elements Marzulli addresses is the growing conversation around nuclear weapons. With multiple nations signaling escalation, the potential consequences are staggering.

“Iranian hardliners ramp up once taboo calls to seek a nuclear bomb.”

He warns that a single nuclear event would reshape the emotional and psychological state of the entire world.

“If you have a nuclear bomb going off anywhere on the planet, this creates the greatest climate of fear that the world has ever experienced collectively.”

This is not just about geopolitics. It is about how fear can grip humanity on a global scale.

Spiritual Forces Behind World Events

Marzulli does not separate the physical from the spiritual. He makes the case that what we see in the natural world is deeply connected to unseen realities.

“The current political landscape is in direct correlation to supernatural events that happened, in some cases, millennia ago.”

He contrasts worldviews, pointing to the foundation of the United States as rooted in a Judeo-Christian framework shaped by the resurrection of Jesus Christ, while other nations operate from entirely different spiritual foundations.

For us as Christians, this reinforces that history is not drifting. It is moving according to God’s design.

Signs of the Last Days

Marzulli ties today’s conditions directly to the words of Jesus, pointing to a convergence of warning signs.

“We are in the last of the last days because we see wars and rumors of wars.”

He also highlights the rise in global earthquakes as a measurable and undeniable trend.

“Jesus warns us there will be earthquakes in diverse places… now we get this list every single week.”

Beyond natural events, he points to growing lawlessness and rapid technological change, especially in artificial intelligence, as further indicators that the world is shifting at an unprecedented pace.

“This is why, in my opinion, we are in the last of the last days.”

As we take in these developments, we are not called to fear but to awareness. Marzulli’s message presses us to recognize the moment we are living in and to anchor ourselves in God’s truth.

The headlines may shift by the day, but the foundation remains steady. We stand together, watching, praying and discerning, knowing that what looks like chaos to the world is not outside the hand of God.

James Lasher, a seasoned writer and editor at Charisma Media, combines faith and storytelling with a background in journalism from Otterbein University and ministry experience in Guatemala and the LA Dream Center. A Marine Corps and Air Force veteran, he is the author of The Revelation of Jesus: A Common Man’s Commentary and a contributor to Charisma magazine. For interviews and media inquiries, please contact media@.

For many Christians, praying in tongues feels distant, inconsistent or even confusing. Some experience only a few repeated syllables, while others seem to flow freely. Scripture makes it clear this gift is meant to build us up, yet many never move beyond the starting point.

Pastor Vlad Savchuk of HungryGen Ministries lays out a clear, practical path rooted in the Word of God. His teaching cuts through the confusion and brings the focus back to what actually produces growth in a believer’s prayer life.

1. Start with Scripture so your faith has a foundation

Savchuk emphasizes that growth begins with the Word. “If you want to grow in your prayer language, feed your faith with what God already said.”

He points to passages like 1 Corinthians 14 and Jude 20, explaining that faith becomes active when Scripture moves from concept to conviction. Before trying to feel anything, we must choose to believe what God has already spoken.

2. Create a private place and a predictable time

Consistency is not optional. “If the only time you practice your prayer language is at church, it will be inconsistent.”

Savchuk urges believers to build a daily rhythm, even if it starts with just five minutes. A repeated time and place trains both the spirit and the habits, turning something occasional into something steady.

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3. Begin with worship, then shift into tongues

Many struggle because they jump in cold. Savchuk offers a simple pattern. “Worship in your language that you understand for 60 seconds… and then shift praying into tongues.”

Worship stirs the spirit, creating a natural flow into tongues. He also highlights that tongues can magnify God, even becoming a form of singing.

4. Yield your mouth

One of the biggest misunderstandings is passivity. “The Holy Spirit gives us the utterance, but we have to speak.”

Savchuk challenges believers to stop waiting for a dramatic takeover. Whether it begins with a few syllables or a soft flow, the key is yielding your voice in faith and letting it grow from there.

5. Pray in tongues through pressure, not just peace

Tongues are not reserved for calm moments. They are most powerful in the middle of pressure. “Your weakness… is not a disqualifier, it’s an invitation.”

When the mind is overwhelmed, Savchuk says to keep praying. Instead of retreating into anxious thoughts, we step into the Spirit and allow prayer to stabilize what feels chaotic.

6. Mix tongues with understanding

Savchuk follows Paul’s model of balance. “I will pray with the spirit and I will also pray with the understanding.”

Rather than separating the two, he encourages a rhythm. Pray in tongues, then pray in your known language, then return again. This keeps both the spirit and the mind engaged in a healthy, active prayer life.

7. Ask God for interpretation and write what comes

Growth deepens when we listen as well as speak. “Let him who prays in a tongue pray that he may interpret.”

Savchuk teaches believers to pause after praying in tongues and ask the Holy Spirit what is being emphasized. Writing down impressions, Scriptures or names helps develop sensitivity to God’s leading.

Savchuk’s message is deeply needed. Tongues are not a performance or a spiritual badge. They are a gift meant to build us from the inside out. When we stop treating this as something occasional and begin to cultivate it in the secret place, everything changes.

What feels small and uncertain at first can grow into a steady, powerful current that shapes how we pray, how we think and how we walk with God every day.

James Lasher, a seasoned writer and editor at Charisma Media, combines faith and storytelling with a background in journalism from Otterbein University and ministry experience in Guatemala and the LA Dream Center. A Marine Corps and Air Force veteran, he is the author of The Revelation of Jesus: A Common Man’s Commentary and a contributor to Charisma magazine. For interviews and media inquiries, please contact media@.