A stunning new discovery beneath Egypt’s Giza Plateau is raising fresh questions about what the ancient world truly knew and built, and what may still be hidden beneath the sands.

As reported by the Daily Mail, researchers now believe a second Sphinx may lie buried underground, along with what they describe as a massive subterranean network stretching beneath the pyramids.

Italian researcher Filippo Biondi said his team has identified “precise geometrical correlation, 100 percent of correlation, in this symmetry,” pointing to a mirrored location across the plateau where the structure is believed to exist. He added, “We are very confident to announce this… we have a confidence about 80 percent.”

A Second Sphinx Beneath the Surface

The theory begins with an ancient artifact already known to historians, the Dream Stele, positioned between the paws of the Great Sphinx. The carving appears to depict two sphinx figures, which researchers now say may reflect a literal architectural reality rather than symbolism.

By tracing alignments from the pyramids to the known Sphinx, Biondi said his team uncovered a mirrored geometric pattern that points directly to another location. Satellite scans of that area revealed a large mound, which he believes is concealing the second structure.

“That small mountain has a height of approximately 108 feet,” Biondi said. “The first Sphinx sits slightly below the surrounding surface, in a shallow depression, so it is possible the second Sphinx could be hidden beneath this higher mound.”

Underground Shafts and a “Megastructure”

The findings extend far beyond a possible second monument. Using radar imaging, researchers identified what appear to be shafts and tunnels beneath both the known Sphinx and the suspected second site.

Preliminary scans revealed vertical structures and horizontal passageways that closely resemble one another, forming what Biondi described as “incredible symmetry” between the two locations.

He said the data points to something much larger beneath the plateau itself.

“Down underneath the Giza Plateau, there is something very huge that we are measuring,” Biondi said. “There is an underground mega structure.”

Researchers believe the vertical features represent solid shaft walls, while deeper scans show tunnels branching outward, suggesting a complex underground system rather than isolated chambers.

What Lies Beneath Giza

The team has identified potential access points, including shafts located between the Sphinx and the Khafre Pyramid. One large shaft appears blocked by debris, which Biondi said could be removed to allow entry into deeper levels.

“We have located some special entrances where we can work in situ,” he said, adding that a formal proposal has been prepared for Egyptian authorities to begin excavation.

If confirmed, the discovery would reshape understanding of the Giza Plateau, suggesting the pyramids and Sphinx were part of a far more intricate and intentionally designed system than previously understood.

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Knowledge Increasing in the Last Days

These discoveries arrive at a time when new technologies are rapidly uncovering what was once hidden beneath the earth. From satellite radar to advanced imaging, layers of history long buried are now being brought into the light.

Scripture speaks directly to such a moment. In Daniel 12:4, the prophet records that in the time of the end, “knowledge shall increase.”

What is unfolding at Giza reflects that very reality. Ancient structures, once thought to be fully understood, are revealing a deeper complexity that challenges our modern assumptions.

Each new discovery does not close the case. It opens it wider.

If a second Sphinx exists, and if vast underground systems connect these monuments, then the question is no longer just what was built, but why. What purpose did these structures serve, and what knowledge did ancient civilizations possess that has since been lost?

The sands of Egypt are beginning to give up their secrets, and with each revelation, the sense grows stronger that humanity is rediscovering pieces of a past that was never as simple as it seemed.

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@.

There’s a statement from Amir Tsarfati that immediately reframes how many believers think about the return of Jesus: “If you are face to face with Jesus at his Second Coming, you have missed the rapture.”

That idea challenges a common assumption in the Church and gets to the root of a deeper issue. Many Christians have merged two distinct biblical events into one, creating confusion about what Scripture actually lays out.

Tsarfati, founder of Behold Israel, addresses that confusion directly. “There’s a critical distinction most churches are missing,” he said, pointing back to the biblical foundation that “God is not the author of confusion, but of peace” (1 Cor. 14:33).

Two Events, Not One

At the center of his message is a clear distinction between the Rapture and the Second Coming. These are not different descriptions of the same moment. They are separate events with different purposes.

“The Bible clearly teaches two distinct events. The rapture and the Second Coming,” Tsarfati said.

Rapture vs. Second Coming Explained

The Rapture:

• Jesus comes for believers
• Believers meet Him in the air
• It can happen at any moment
• It is deliverance from coming wrath

“The Lord himself will descend from heaven… and we who are alive and remain shall be caught up… to meet the Lord… in the air,” Tsarfati said. “We meet him in the air, not on earth” (1 Thess. 4:16–17).

The Second Coming:

• Jesus returns with believers
• He comes to Earth
• It happens after the Tribulation
• It brings judgment and establishes His kingdom

“In the Second Coming, believers will be behind Jesus, following him on white horses. We’ll see his back, not his face,” he said (Rev. 19:14; Zech. 14:5).

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Why This Matters Right Now

Tsarfati connects this teaching to the moment the world is in right now. “Our present days are like the days of Noah, when everyone did whatever they wanted,” he said (Matt. 24:37–39).

That comparison is not abstract. It frames how believers understand what comes next. Just as Noah was lifted above the flood, the Church will be taken before judgment is poured out.

The timeline matters. The Rapture is imminent. The Second Coming follows a sequence of events that Scripture lays out in detail, including the rise of the Antichrist and a seven-year Tribulation (Dan. 9:27; 2 Thess. 2:4).

What Many Churches Are Getting Wrong

One of the clearest corrections Tsarfati makes is about what believers are actually preparing for.

“I heard a pastor tell his congregation, ‘We must get ready for the Second Coming of Jesus.’ It sounds spiritual, but is that really what believers should be preparing for?”

Jesus’ own words point in a different direction. He spoke of preparing a place for His people and returning to receive them, not instructing the Church to prepare the world for His arrival (John 14:2–3).

What Happens If You Miss It

Tsarfati returns to the central warning that frames the message. If someone is on Earth watching Jesus return in power, they were not part of the Rapture.

“If you’re facing Jesus at his Second Coming, it means you weren’t raptured,” he said. “You don’t want to be in that position.”

One event is rescue. The other is judgment. Scripture draws that line clearly, with believers not appointed to wrath but to salvation (1 Thess. 5:9).

Living With Expectation

This is not meant to create confusion or fear, but clarity. The New Testament consistently points believers toward expectancy.

“This should be our attitude, too,” Tsarfati said, pointing to Paul’s language of living as if Christ could return at any moment (Rom. 13:11–12).

Jesus is coming first for His Church, then later with His Church. That truth is not just theological detail. It shapes how we live, how we watch and how we stay ready for His appearing, our blessed hope (Titus 2:13).

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@.

On a recent episode of The Joe Rogan Experience, the host of the world’s largest podcast, Joe Rogan, said something many people think but don’t always say out loud.

“The book of Revelations is kooky,” Rogan said. “You just go, ‘Wait, who believes this?’”

He was reacting to the vivid imagery. Jesus returning on a white horse. Judgment. Armageddon. To someone looking in from the outside, it sounds extreme. That part is understandable.

But here is where the conversation needs to go deeper.

Why It Sounds Strange

The Bible already explains this reaction. The apostle Paul wrote that the message of God appears foolish to those who are not grounded in it (1 Cor. 1:18). He even said, “We are fools for Christ’s sake” (1 Cor. 4:10).

That is not an insult. It is a reality check.

If someone is not convinced of who God is, then of course Revelation will sound disconnected from reality. It is describing events that sit outside human control, outside political systems, outside what people think is possible.

So the issue is not that Revelation is unclear. The issue is perspective.

Revelation Doesn’t Stand Alone

Revelation is not a random, isolated book filled with strange symbols. It is the final chapter of a story that has been building from the beginning.

Jesus laid out the conditions of the last days in Gospel of Matthew 24. Wars. Global instability. Deception on a massive scale.

Paul warned about a world that would reject truth and embrace what is false.

Long before that, prophets like Daniel and Ezekiel described the rise of kingdoms, conflict in the last days and God’s final intervention.

Revelation pulls all of that together. It is not introducing something new. It is finishing what was already laid out.

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This Is Not About Fear

There is a tendency to hear “end times” and immediately think fear. That misses the point entirely.

God is not springing judgment on the world without warning. He is laying it out in advance.

That is what Revelation is. It is a warning. It is also an invitation. It is the Revelation of who Jesus Christ is, and how He is coming back to establish His kingdom.

It says clearly where history is going, but it also makes it clear that no one has to face judgment unprepared. Salvation has already been offered through Jesus Christ.

Look at What’s Happening

Step back for a moment and look at the world right now.

Global tension is rising. Alliances are shifting. Truth is harder to find. People are more divided than ever.

None of this proves a specific timeline, but it lines up with the direction Scripture has always pointed.

That is why brushing Revelation off as “kooky” does not hold up. It ignores how consistent the message has been across the entire Bible.

The Real Question

This is not about winning an argument with Rogan or anyone else. It comes down to something much more personal.

Jesus is returning. That is a promise repeated throughout Scripture.

The question is whether people are paying attention. Rogan is asking questions. A lot of people are. That is a good place to start. But there comes a point where questions have to lead somewhere.

Every person, without exception, is moving toward the same moment. The return of Christ.

The right response is not to dismiss it. It is to take it seriously, to understand what God has already revealed and to live with an awareness that He is coming back.

Not someday in theory. In reality.

And when that day comes, the only thing that will matter is whether we were ready.

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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@.

The situation with Iran is escalating fast. President Donald Trump issued a stark warning to Iranian leaders this week, telling them to make a deal “before it is too late.” The Pentagon, under Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, is actively drawing up military options described as a “final blow,” options that reportedly include a ground invasion and a large-scale bombing campaign. A five-day ceasefire on strikes against Iranian energy facilities is set to expire within 48 hours, with no extension on the table.

Iran, for its part, isn’t backing down. Tehran rejected Trump’s 15-point peace plan, called the terms “excessive” and has begun fortifying Kharg Island, a critical oil hub, against a possible U.S. ground assault. Meanwhile, Israel is pressing hard to strike as many Iranian military targets as possible before Washington cuts any deal.

The Prophetic Connection

Here’s what church leaders need to sit with: This isn’t just geopolitics. The nation we’re watching on the news tonight is one that the Bible addressed directly, by name, in detail, with language that is hard to ignore right now.

In Isaiah 21, the prophet delivers a sobering “burden against Elam,” an ancient region that sat squarely within the borders of modern-day Iran. Isaiah describes a sudden, devastating military assault: chariots, horsemen, and armies rushing in, with Elam’s defenses overwhelmed and its people left in anguish. The imagery of a nation caught off guard by swift military force is striking when set alongside today’s headlines about Pentagon strike plans and a closing diplomatic window.

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Jeremiah 49 takes it further. In verses 34 through 39, God declares he will shatter Elam’s bow, its primary military strength, scatter its people to the four winds, and bring calamity upon its leadership. But the passage doesn’t end in permanent destruction. God also promises that in the latter days, he will restore the fortunes of Elam. That detail matters. It suggests a nation brought low, then ultimately redeemed, a trajectory that carries profound implications for how we pray over Iran today.

God declared judgment on Elam’s military power thousands of years ago, and promised restoration on the other side of it.

We don’t claim these passages are being fulfilled in real time; that demands more than a news cycle. But we do believe they deserve a place in this conversation, and that pastors are exactly the right people to bring them there with care and theological grounding.

What This Means for Your Pulpit

Your congregation is watching this unfold in real time and asking questions you need to be ready to answer. The goal isn’t to preach panic; it’s to preach from God’s perspective. When current events intersect with biblical prophecy this clearly, silence from the pulpit isn’t pastoral caution. It’s a missed moment.

Pray specifically: for Iran’s civilian population, for wisdom in Washington and Jerusalem, and for the peace that only comes from above. And keep your eyes open.

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@.

Finland’s Supreme Court has convicted parliamentarian Päivi Räsänen and Lutheran Bishop Juhana Pohjola in a narrow 3-2 decision for a church pamphlet published more than two decades ago, while unanimously acquitting Räsänen for a 2019 tweet that included a Bible verse.

Räsänen, a former Minister of the Interior, medical doctor and grandmother of 12, was found guilty of “making and keeping available to the public a text that insults a group” based on a pamphlet she authored for her church in 2004. The conviction carries criminal fines of several thousand euros and a court order requiring the pamphlet’s contents to be removed from public access and destroyed.

The ruling overturns two unanimous acquittals from lower courts. The Supreme Court heard the case in October 2025 after prosecutors appealed for a third time.

BREAKING:

The Finnish Supreme Court just acquitted the Christian Democrat Member of Parliament Päivi Räsänen in the infamous ”Bible tweet hate-speech case.”

She had been under criminal investigation since 2019 for Twitter post that quoted Bible verses (Romans 1:24–27) and…

— Visegrád 24 (@visegrad24) March 26, 2026

Räsänen responded to the verdict with resolve. “I am shocked and profoundly disappointed that the court has failed to recognize my basic human right to freedom of expression,” she said. “I stand by the teachings of my Christian faith and will continue to defend my and every person’s right to share their convictions in the public square.”

She also signaled she is not finished fighting. “I am taking legal advice on a possible appeal to the European Court of Human Rights,” Räsänen said. “This is not about my free speech alone, but that of every person in Finland. A positive ruling would help to prevent other innocent people from experiencing the same ordeal for simply sharing their beliefs.”

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The court’s own summary of the judgment acknowledged the conduct was “not particularly serious in terms of the nature of the offense” and that the pamphlet “did not contain incitement to violence or comparable threat-like fomenting of hatred.” The conviction hinged on Räsänen resharing the 2004 article on her personal social media pages in 2019 and 2020, after a preliminary investigation had already been launched.

On the Bible verse tweet, in which Räsänen publicly questioned her church leadership’s decision to sponsor a Pride event, the court unanimously found she had not met the threshold for criminal incitement, noting she “justified her opinion by citing a biblical text.”

The case drew global attention after prosecutors cross-examined Räsänen and the Bishop on their theology and attacked core Christian teachings in open court. State prosecutor Anu Mantila argued before the Court of Appeal that “you can cite the Bible, but it is Räsänen’s interpretation and opinion about the Bible verses that are criminal.”

ADF International, which coordinated Räsänen’s legal defense, condemned the ruling. “Freedom of speech is a cornerstone of democracy,” said Paul Coleman, Executive Director of ADF International. “The conviction for a simple church pamphlet published decades ago — before the law under which she has been convicted was even passed — is an outrageous example of state censorship. This decision will create a severe chilling effect for everyone’s right to speak freely.”

Kristen Waggoner, CEO, President and Chief Counsel of Alliance Defending Freedom, called the ruling a warning for free societies everywhere. “This ruling is a stark reminder that no democracy is immune from the erosion of fundamental freedoms,” Waggoner said. “Punishing peaceful expression, especially when it is based on deeply held religious convictions, undermines the very foundation of free societies.”

The charge against Räsänen falls under a section of the Finnish criminal code titled “war crimes and crimes against humanity.” The third original charge, stemming from a 2019 radio debate, was not appealed by prosecutors and Räsänen’s acquittal on that count stands.

ADF International says it will continue backing Räsänen’s legal defense as she explores her options at the European Court of Human Rights.

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@.

The conversation around the end times often centers on war, prophecy timelines and global upheaval. But John Bevere is pointing to something far deeper and far more personal.

The real issue is not what believers know about the Second Coming. It is whether they truly desire it.

“The second coming is the second most talked about subject in the entire Bible,” Bevere said on a recent episode of The Blurry Creatures Podcast. “It is one in every 30 verses in the New Testament.”

If Scripture places that much emphasis on Christ’s return, the question becomes unavoidable. Why?

Bevere’s answer reframes the entire discussion. The return of Jesus is not simply a future event to analyze. It is a present reality meant to expose the human heart’s condition.

Desire Reveals Readiness

Jesus did not command believers to calculate timelines. He commanded them to be ready.

“Keep your lamps burning, stay dressed for service, and be like those who are eagerly waiting for their master to return,” Bevere said, pointing to Christ’s instruction in Luke 12.

That word “eagerly” carries weight. It describes a constant state of expectation, not a passing thought. It reveals desire.

This is where the tension emerges.

Many claim belief in the Second Coming. Fewer live in anticipation of it.

Bevere made the distinction clear. “All who had this eager expectation will purify themselves even as He is pure.”

The implication is direct. Desire produces transformation. Delay produces compromise.

Jesus warned of a servant who says, “My master delays,” and begins to live carelessly. That mindset leads to spiritual drift, distraction and ultimately unpreparedness.

Delay Leads to Drift

Bevere identified this as one of the greatest dangers in the church today. A belief in Christ’s return without urgency attached to it.

“The question is, are we gonna use what was given to us for our own benefit, our own glory, our own progress? Or are we gonna do it for the glory of our bridegroom?”

That question defines readiness.

The Bible describes the church as a bride preparing for a wedding. Preparation is not passive. It is intentional. It reflects priority.

Bevere emphasized that the Second Coming is not merely an event. “This is the wedding of the ages,” he said. “This is a lovesick groom who literally died… who so longs to come and get his bride.”

That reality shifts the focus.

The end times are not just about signs in the sky. They are about desire in the heart.

When Jesus returns, the dividing line will not be who studied prophecy the most. It will be who longed for Him enough to be ready.

“The servant who says, ‘My master delays,’ will begin to beat other servants and party,” Bevere said. “Putting off his coming causes you to become more fleshly.”

The Second Coming will not simply reveal events. It will reveal priorities.

And the question every believer must answer is: Do you actually want Him to come?

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 recent interview on Tucker Carlson’s podcast introduced many viewers to Professor Jiang Xueqin, a commentator who blends game theory, historical cycles and eschatology to forecast global events. His analysis of the Iran war and the reshaping of the Middle East offered a striking framework that, while not rooted in a professed Christian worldview, echoed themes familiar to biblical prophecy.

That alone makes the conversation noteworthy.

It is not every day that a secular analyst outlines a trajectory that overlaps with patterns long described in Scripture. At the same time, every claim must be tested. The Bible remains the standard. Not speculation. Not personalities. Not podcasts.

Still, when placed alongside current events, the discussion raises serious questions.

A Secular Voice Echoing Prophetic Themes

Jiang approaches global conflict through patterns and incentives, not faith. Yet his conclusions touch on ideas that mirror prophetic frameworks found in books like Daniel, Ezekiel and Revelation.

That tension is important.

It is compelling to hear end-times aligned concepts from someone who does not openly ground their analysis in the authority of Scripture. But that also requires discernment. Not every conclusion is sound. Not every interpretation is accurate. The Word of God must remain the lens.

Even so, when wars rage in the Middle East, when Israel stands increasingly isolated and when global systems begin to strain, it is impossible to ignore the broader prophetic context.

The Emerging Prophetic Pattern in Today’s Headlines

Jiang argues the Iran conflict will expand, destabilize energy markets and draw in global powers. That aligns with a larger observable shift.

• The Middle East is once again the focal point of global tension
• Israel remains central to every major development
• Economic systems are showing signs of strain
• Alliances are shifting rapidly
• The West is experiencing internal division and decline

These are not isolated developments. They form a pattern.

Jiang repeatedly pointed to what he described as a “Greater Israel” framework, where regional conflict reshapes the Middle East in a way that ultimately benefits Israel’s expansion and influence.

Jesus warned in Matthew 24 of wars, rumors of wars and nations rising against nations. Ezekiel 38 describes a coalition forming against Israel. Revelation outlines global upheaval unlike anything the world has seen.

The convergence is difficult to ignore.

Jiang’s “Prophetic Timeline” Framework

Jiang lays out what he sees as a long-term sequence of events. While his interpretation is not rooted in biblical authority, the structure itself mirrors themes that demand examination.

• The Re-establishment of Israel in 1948
  Jiang points to the founding of modern Israel as the starting point of the current era. Scripture identifies Israel’s regathering as a key prophetic marker. Ezekiel 36 and 37 describe a nation restored to its land. This event is not simply historical. It is foundational to everything that follows.
• Escalating Regional Conflict in the Middle East
  He argues that continuous instability is necessary to reshape the region. Today’s Iran conflict fits that pattern. Scripture repeatedly points to Israel as the epicenter of global conflict. Zechariah 12 declares Jerusalem will become a burdensome stone to all nations.
• Destabilization of Surrounding Nations
  Jiang suggests weakening Iran and Gulf states creates a power vacuum. Biblically, the removal or weakening of regional powers aligns with the stage being set for larger coalitions. The focus remains on Israel and the land surrounding it.
• The Potential Destruction of Key Religious Sites
  He raises the possibility of the Al-Aqsa Mosque being removed, clearing the way for a Third Temple. Scripture confirms a temple will stand in the last days. Daniel 9 and 2 Thessalonians 2 both point to a functioning temple during the tribulation period.
• A Global Conflict Resembling Gog and Magog
  Jiang references a massive multi-nation war. Ezekiel 38 and 39 describe a coalition led by Gog coming against Israel in the latter days. The scale and alignment of nations in that prophecy closely resemble the type of global escalation he describes.
• The Rise of a Messianic Expectation
  He notes that crisis can produce spiritual unity and expectation of deliverance. Scripture confirms the world will be primed for a figure offering peace and solutions. This ultimately leads to deception through the Antichrist, as described in Revelation.
• A Restructuring of Global Power
  Jiang frames the outcome as a new world order shaped by conflict. Revelation describes a global system of governance, economics and control emerging in the final days.

Each of these points must be approached carefully. Some align with Scripture. Others drift into speculation. Discernment is essential.

A Necessary Warning About the Source

It must also be stated clearly that this conversation took place on Tucker Carlson’s platform. His recent posture toward Israel has been increasingly hostile, to say the least.

Whether driven by political motives, influence or something deeper, the tone is unmistakable.

Scripture leaves no ambiguity on this issue.

God’s covenant with Israel remains. Genesis 12:3 declares that those who bless Israel will be blessed and those who curse Israel will be cursed. Revelation makes clear that opposition to God’s people ultimately aligns with rebellion against God Himself.

Any analysis that places Israel as the problem rather than recognizing its prophetic role must be weighed accordingly.

Testing Everything Against Scripture

Jiang’s framework is thought-provoking. It is structured. It is rooted in historical observation. But it is not the authority.

The Bible is.

What we are witnessing today is not random. The alignment of nations, the centrality of Israel, the instability of global systems and the rising tension in the Middle East all point toward a world moving in a specific direction.

Not because a professor predicted it, but because God declared it.

The responsibility now is not speculation. It is discernment. Watching. Understanding the times. And remaining grounded in the truth of Scripture as events continue to unfold.

To watch the full interview, click here.

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 quiet village church in eastern England has been left reeling after thieves stole centuries-old communion silver just weeks before Easter, a brazen act that has stunned both the local congregation and the broader Christian community. The timing and nature of the crime have raised serious concerns as attacks on churches continue to escalate.

The stolen items include sacred vessels used in worship, among them “two chalices, a silver communion flagon, a silver paten used to serve communion bread and a box containing other silver objects,” as reported by The Christian Post. Authorities say the theft took place Saturday afternoon within a narrow window of just under two hours, and police have launched an active investigation.

These were not ordinary valuables. Some of the pieces date back to the early 1600s and are still used during communion services, particularly during major observances like Easter. Their loss is both historical and deeply spiritual, representing generations of worship and devotion.

Church rector Mark Bridgen did not mince words, calling the incident “a sacrilege” and expressing concern that the items may never be recovered. “We are worried it is an irreplaceable loss and we may not get them back,” he said, noting the impact extends beyond the church itself and into the entire village, creating “much more of a corporate sense of loss.”

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The discovery was made by the church’s 94-year-old verger, a faithful caretaker who has spent years preparing the building for services. The shock of the moment underscores how deeply personal this crime is for those connected to the church.

What makes this even more troubling is how vulnerable many churches have become. Like countless rural congregations across England, the building is typically left open for prayer and reflection. That openness has long reflected trust and faith, yet it is now being exploited.

And this is far from an isolated incident.

Across the United States, the United Kingdom and Europe, attacks on churches are climbing at a pace that can no longer be ignored. Vandalism, arson and targeted thefts of sacred items are being reported in growing numbers. In the United Kingdom, thousands of crimes against churches have been recorded in recent years.

In the United States, documented attacks have surged significantly since 2022, with hundreds of incidents reported each year.

This pattern reveals something deeper than opportunistic crime. Churches are being singled out. The theft of communion vessels ahead of one of Christianity’s most sacred celebrations sends a clear message. What is being targeted is not just property but the very heart of Christian worship.

At its core, this is a spiritual battle.

These attacks strike directly at God and what He represents. His truth. His authority. His design for how humanity is meant to live. The growing hostility toward churches reflects a broader rejection of biblical morality and the foundation it provides.

Scripture makes it clear that this kind of opposition will increase in the latter days. The world will not drift toward righteousness on its own. The tension between truth and rebellion will intensify.

But the response is not fear.

The response is hope.

That hope is anchored in the promise of Jesus Christ. He will return. He will reign. He is the King of kings and Lord of lords. No act of desecration, no surge in attacks and no cultural shift can change that reality.

The darkness may grow louder, but it does not win. The light of Christ still stands, and it will prevail.

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@.

Celebrity blogger Perez Hilton says a harrowing 21-day hospitalization triggered by his own medical misstep became the catalyst for a direct encounter with God that has transformed his life.

In a raw YouTube video posted March 23 titled “My Stupidity Got Me In The Hospital For 21 Days! This Is The Most Important Video I’ve Ever Shared,” the 48-year-old former gossip columnist described how a bout with the flu escalated into a near-fatal crisis. Hilton admitted he took prescribed medication on an empty stomach for a week, irritating his stomach lining and causing an ulcer that perforated, leading to sepsis.

“My stupidity landed me in the hospital for 21 days,” he said, “and it was the worst and best thing that’s ever happened to me.”

Doctors at Southern Hills Hospital in Las Vegas performed laparoscopic surgery to address the perforation, drain infection and manage complications that included fluid in his lungs, heart issues and a secondary hospital-acquired infection. Hilton spent more than two weeks without solid food, relying on IV nutrition, tubes and catheters while enduring intense pain and weakness.

Yet amid the suffering, something extraordinary occurred while he was fully lucid, Hilton recounted.

“One of the most special things about this experience is that God presented Himself to me,” he said. “It was not a feeling. God presented Himself to me.”

🚨”God presented himself to me”— Perez Hilton encounters God after 3 week hospitalization 🔥🙌

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Hilton, who was raised Catholic and attended Jesuit school for seven years, emphasized that he had never truly believed before.

“I grew up Catholic. I was baptized, had my communion confirmed, went to Jesuit school for seven years, but I was never a believer until now,” he said. “God presented himself to me and then did something something that I could only call miraculous. … This has been life-changing. I don’t have to hope to believe, I know now.”

The encounter has prompted immediate shifts in his priorities. Hilton, a father of three children born through surrogacy, said he plans to take them to church every week. He spoke of deepened family bonds, gratitude for his mother’s daily support during his stay and a renewed appreciation for rest and unplugging from the relentless pace of pop culture.

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Christians across social media have responded with encouragement, viewing Hilton’s testimony as evidence that no one is beyond God’s reach. Many note that his public career once centered on cynicism and celebrity scandal, making the humility in his video all the more striking.

We must remember, transformation is rarely instantaneous. Encounters with God often mark the beginning of a journey, not its completion. Sanctification is a refining process that draws us closer to Him over time, as the Holy Spirit works in a person’s heart.

Hilton himself has not detailed any specific changes regarding past aspects of his life, focusing instead on the miracle of God’s presence and his newfound certainty.

As Hilton continues recovering at home with ongoing IV treatment, let’s lift him up in prayer. Let us ask that this profound encounter with God would lead to full repentance of sin, a wholehearted acceptance of Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior, and the courage to leave his old life behind.

May the same God who met him in that hospital bed continue the good work He has begun in him — and may we, as his brothers and sisters in Christ, walk alongside him in prayer as the Lord shapes him into the man God has called him to be, one step, one day at a time.

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@.

NASA is no longer planning brief visits to the Moon. A permanent presence is now the objective, marking a turning point in humanity’s reach beyond Earth and stirring a renewed sense of wonder about the vast universe God created.

As announced by NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman and reinforced by the White House, the mission is clear and unambiguous: “The goal is not just to reach the Moon, but to stay.”

A Permanent Presence on the Moon

NASA is moving forward with plans to establish a sustained human foothold through its Moon base initiative, laying the groundwork for long-term habitation and continuous operations on the lunar surface.

To build a sustained human presence on the Moon, we are building @NASAMoonBase, prioritizing surface operations and scalable infrastructure.

– Frequent robotic landings and mobility testing including MoonFall drones
– Starting in 2027 nearly monthly cadence of equipment and…

— NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman (@NASAAdmin) March 24, 2026

The agency is preparing for a steady rhythm of activity, with nearly monthly deliveries of equipment, rovers and scientific payloads beginning in 2027. Investments in power, communications and surface mobility are designed to support scalable infrastructure that can grow alongside human presence.

Frequent robotic landings and mobility testing, including advanced drone systems, will pave the way for astronauts to live and work on the Moon in a way never before achieved.

“The goal is not just to reach the Moon, but to stay,” the White House stated, underscoring a decisive shift from symbolic missions to permanent occupation.

The goal is not just to reach the Moon, but to stay. 🌘

— The White House (@WhiteHouse) March 24, 2026

That commitment is matched by a firm national stance: “America will never give up the Moon again.”

A New Space Race and a Renewed Purpose

NASA is restructuring its approach to mirror the urgency and execution that defined the Apollo era, focusing on speed, coordination and sustained progress.

The agency is standardizing rocket architecture, embedding its expertise across private industry and increasing launch cadence to support continuous lunar missions. Plans are already in motion to ensure at least two providers can deliver astronauts to the Moon every six months, extending human presence well beyond the Artemis program.

At the center of this effort is a broader national vision that brings together government, industry and international partners with a shared objective.

“We will win the second space race,” Isaacman declared.

This renewed push reflects more than technological advancement. It captures a deeper human drive to explore, to discover and to step into the unknown, echoing a sense of awe that has long accompanied humanity’s gaze toward the heavens.

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From the Moon to Mars

The Moon is not the final destination. It is the proving ground for what comes next.

NASA is developing SR-1 Freedom, a nuclear electric propulsion spacecraft designed to carry humanity farther than ever before, with a targeted launch to Mars in 2028.

“NASA is building SR-1 Freedom, a nuclear electric propulsion spacecraft, launching to Mars in 2028,” Isaacman announced.

The spacecraft will deploy the “Skyfall” payload, delivering Ingenuity-class helicopters to explore the Martian surface and expand scientific discovery on the Red Planet.

“Nuclear power and propulsion will be the key to undertaking crewed missions to Mars and exploring the outer solar system,” Isaacman said.

This breakthrough positions nuclear technology at the center of deep space exploration, unlocking the speed and efficiency required to reach distant worlds.

A Future That Calls Us Forward

With a permanent Moon base taking shape and Mars on the horizon, NASA’s strategy marks a defining moment in modern exploration.

We are stepping into an era that blends innovation with wonder, building pathways beyond Earth while rediscovering the vastness that surrounds us. As these missions unfold, they carry a renewed sense of purpose, inviting us to look upward once again and press forward into the unknown.

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@.