Rosh Hashanah, known as the Feast of Trumpets, is more than a cultural holiday or a Jewish new year.

As New York Times best-selling author and prophetic voice Rabbi Jonathan Cahn explained in a recent sermon, it holds deep prophetic significance for believers today. “The Feast of Trumpets is not the beginning of the sacred year. It’s the closing of the sacred year,” Cahn said. That closing points not only to the end of a cycle but also to the closing of the age itself, marking the days ahead with urgency and meaning.

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The Trumpet as a Warning and a Promise

Throughout Scripture, the trumpet or shofar is used as a sound of awakening. Cahn reminded his audience, “The shofar is also the sound of the watchman, the alarm, the warning that if there’s someone coming, there’s an evil, there’s a danger coming. It’s warning you. Get ready, wake up because this is coming.”

For believers, the Feast of Trumpets connects past prophetic fulfillments with those yet to come. Just as Christ fulfilled Passover, First Fruits and Pentecost, so too will He fulfill the autumn feasts in His second coming. “The autumn holy days are about the second coming. They have not yet been fulfilled prophetically,” Cahn said.

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The Many Meanings of the Shofar

The shofar is not just an ancient instrument but a prophetic sign pointing to end-time realities. Its blast carries layers of meaning that remain vital for the church today:

• War – the trumpet warns of conflict and spiritual battles ahead
• Alarm – a watchman’s call to awaken from spiritual slumber
• God’s Power – a reminder of His victory at Sinai, Jericho and in deliverance
• Gathering – calling Israel and the church together for God’s purposes
• Judgment – signaling the Day of the Lord and the coming of His court
• Prophecy – a symbol of the prophetic voice rising in the last days
• The King – heralding the arrival of the Messiah as reigning Lord

A Call to Readiness

Cahn pressed that these signs must lead believers to action. “The trumpets say repent. Why is that important for the end times? Because we live in a time of great perversity, of sin growing darker, immorality.” He warned that compromise is a danger for Christians today, and repentance is not optional.

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The trumpet also speaks of time running short. “Finish up your harvest. Whatever you’re going to reap, reap it. Whatever you’re going to do, do it,” Cahn urged. His words echo the urgency of Scripture, reminding us that the return of Christ will come suddenly and that every believer has a mission to complete before that day.

Living Awake in the Last Days

This feast, far from being an ancient relic, speaks to the modern church with powerful clarity. It calls us to remember the gospel, repent of sin and rise up in courage as heralds of the King. “Live as the prophets live. Live as the apostles live because you’ve got the privilege and the honor to stand for God at a time when it really counts,” Cahn said.

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As the world reflects on the feast of Rosh Hashanah, let us be mindful of the trumpet’s warning and promise. May we pray for Israel, repent of sin and prepare our hearts for the coming King. In these days of shaking, let the sound of the shofar remind us of God’s power, His judgment and His call to readiness.

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.

The assassination of Charlie Kirk cannot be explained away by politics alone. The accused assassin, 22-year-old Tyler Robinson, was not just another troubled young man. His life reveals a descent into perverse subcultures that twist God’s design and open doors to ancient spiritual corruption.

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A Life Marked by Distortion

Robinson immersed himself in the “furry” movement, a community that sexualizes cartoonish animal identities. At the same time, he lived with a transgender partner and frequently publicized their struggles online. To many, these may seem like eccentric hobbies or private lifestyle choices. In reality, they represent grotesque distortions of humanity, rejecting the image of God in favor of hybrid identities and chaos. When people blur the lines between human and animal or male and female, they step onto ground long associated with demonic influence.

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The Return of Ancient Corruption

Scripture tells us of the Nephilim, hybrid offspring of fallen angels and human women, who lived both before and after the flood. Giants like Og of Bashan and the Anakim were physical reminders that this corruption continued long after Noah’s time. Extra-biblical texts, such as the Book of Giants found among the Dead Sea Scrolls, describe how fallen angels also defiled animals, producing monstrous hybrids that filled the earth with violence. These writings echo the same theme: demonic powers seek to corrupt and twist God’s creation.

Echoes in Today’s Culture

Robinson’s obsessions mirror those ancient patterns. The fascination with hybridized identities, whether through sexualized animal personas or the rejection of God’s created order of gender, is not merely rebellion. It is spiritual perversion that tracks with the corruption described in Genesis and the apocryphal writings. Pagan myths, too, are filled with tales of gods mingling with animals, further showing how deeply humanity has been tempted by these distortions throughout history.

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A Battle as Old as Eden

From the serpent’s deception in the garden to the giants of old, Satan has always sought to mar God’s image in mankind. Robinson’s act of violence against a Christian leader is not just a personal tragedy but a chilling reminder of the larger battle between the seed of the woman and the seed of the serpent.

Our Call in the Last Days

These are not just cultural curiosities. They are spiritual battles that are intensifying as we draw closer to the last days. The church cannot remain silent while demonic distortions lure a generation into darkness. True love is not silence, it is exposing lies and calling souls back to God’s design.

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Christ has already crushed the serpent’s head. As lawlessness increases, believers must stand firm in truth, proclaim the victory of Jesus, and call the lost out of deception and into the light. The world may celebrate perversion, but the gospel declares freedom and restoration for all who repent and believe.

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 centuries skeptics have dismissed the Bible as myth or legend, yet time and again the work of the archaeologist has unearthed evidence that affirms Scripture’s accuracy. From ancient coins to monumental structures, discoveries in Jerusalem continue to validate the Bible as not only a spiritual guide but also a precise historical record. The latest find near the Pool of Siloam, where Jesus healed a blind man, is another powerful reminder that God’s Word stands the test of time.

Archaeologists have uncovered a massive ancient dam in Jerusalem’s City of David, not far from the Pool of Siloam where Jesus healed a blind man, once again reinforcing the Bible’s reliability as both a historical and spiritual record.

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As reported by Fox News, “Archaeologists have discovered an ancient dam in Jerusalem’s City of David, not far from the body of water where Jesus famously healed a blind man.” The Gospel of John recounts this miracle, when Jesus told the man to wash in the Pool of Siloam and his sight was restored (John 9:10–11).

The newly discovered dam dates back nearly 2,800 years, built between 805 and 795 B.C. “The dam was designed to collect waters from the Gihon Spring as well as floodwaters flowing down the main valley of ancient Jerusalem,” excavation directors said in a statement. Fox News noted that it may have been constructed under the reign of either King Joash or King Amaziah.

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Researchers determined its age with unusual precision because of organic material embedded in its mortar. Measuring 39 feet high, 69 feet long and 26 feet wide, the structure is considered the largest dam ever discovered in Israel and the oldest in Jerusalem.

The City of David explained that the dam was a “creative solution to a climate crisis,” reflecting a period of severe drought in the land. Fox News reported, “All the [studied] data pointed to a period of low rainfall in the Land of Israel, interspersed with short and intense storms that could cause flooding. … It follows that the establishment of such large-scale water systems was a direct response to climate change and arid conditions.”

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Israel Antiquities Authority Director Eli Escusido praised the find, calling it “one of the most impressive and significant First Temple-period remains in Jerusalem.” He added, “In recent years, Jerusalem has been revealed more than ever before, with all its periods, layers and cultures – and many surprises still await us.”

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The discovery, published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, is another confirmation that the Bible stands as an accurate record of real places, people and events. As archaeological work continues, God’s Word consistently proves itself not only as a book of faith but as the inerrant historical account of His dealings with humanity.

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.

The J.R.R. Tolkien Estate has announced a major shift in representation bringing on the London-based agency Curtis Brown Heritage to oversee the author’s literary works. While the move is intended to preserve Tolkien’s legacy for future generations, questions remain about whether this change will help restore the deep faith that infused his writings or if major outlets like Amazon will continue steering his works into woke DEI-driven adaptations that miss the heart of his vision.

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As reported by Movieguide the estate said, “As a family we remain deeply conscious of the responsibility of looking after J.R.R. Tolkien’s literary works and legacy. We are committed to keeping his stories alive for generations to come. In Curtis Brown Heritage we have found partners who share that passion and we are delighted to be working with them.”

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Curtis Brown Heritage was launched in 2016 to manage the literary estates of influential British authors. The agency represents figures such as Douglas Adams, Iain Banks, Iris Murdoch and Stephen Spender. Its Head Noah Perkins stated, “It is a great honour and joy to be working with the Tolkien Estate to preserve and celebrate J.R.R. Tolkien’s extraordinary literary legacy and to help to bring new readers (and viewers and listeners) to his writing.” Curtis Brown Group CEO Jonny Geller added, “All of us who grew up passionate about reading have been influenced and dazzled by the works of J.R.R. Tolkien and we are committed to help to bring a new generation of readers to the enduring pleasure of these great books.”

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The Tolkien Estate still holds the rights to the Lord of the Rings and Hobbit books as well as television rights. Movie rights however were sold in 1969 and eventually landed in the hands of Swedish gaming company Embracer which has licensed them for projects like The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum. The estate itself licensed Prime Video’s The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power which has been met with criticism from fans who argue that it distorts Tolkien’s themes and values.

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The new partnership with Curtis Brown Heritage raises the question of whether Tolkien’s work will once again be handled with the reverence it deserves or whether Hollywood will keep bending his stories to fit modern ideological trends. Will Tolkien’s enduring tales of good, evil and faith be honored or will the push for corporate agendas continue to overshadow his timeless vision?

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.

The assassination of Charlie Kirk has shaken the nation, not only for the loss of a bold voice but also for the disturbing reactions that have followed. Videos have surfaced of individuals mocking his murder and even celebrating it, revealing a deeper reality that goes beyond politics and culture. This is not just a clash of ideas. As the Bible warns, it is a spiritual war.

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A Spiritual War Exposed

Pastor Kap Chatfield addressed the demonic response in a recent video. “Literal demons are mocking Charlie Kirk’s death. And I don’t say that lightly,” he said, noting how the September 10 assassination exposed something unprecedented. “It is absolutely exposing not just a cultural war that we’re in, not just a political war, not a race war, but a spiritual war.”

Mockery on Campus

Chatfield reacted to one video that went viral from Texas State University. A student, who has since been expelled, mocked Kirk’s shooting by slapping his neck, pretending to fall over dead, then vaping and spitting. “If you can look in his eyes, too, you can just see that there’s something wrong there,” Chatfield said. He praised the university’s president for swiftly removing the student but warned that the broader issue is a society unable to tell the difference between free speech and speech that incites violence. “There is a massive difference between being cancelled for saying that men are men, women are women, and mocking, celebrating, trivializing, and even provoking and inciting public political violence.”

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Demonic Rejoicing

Another video showed a woman openly rejoicing in Kirk’s death, even suggesting there would be more killings to celebrate. Chatfield called the display “repulsive” and said it revealed something beyond human malice. “It’s not even her. There’s something inside of her that is absolutely saying these things. That’s not human. That is subhuman. That type of behavior.” He added that demons know scripture and may even be foreshadowing prophetic events yet to come.

Prophetic Parallels

Pointing to Matthew 24:12, Chatfield said the response to Kirk’s death shows lawlessness abounding and the love of many growing cold. He connected it to when Jesus was mocked on the cross and when prophets in scripture were despised and killed. “When righteousness dies, the world rejoices,” he warned.

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A Call to Forgive and Stand Firm

Yet in the midst of anger and grief, Chatfield urged Christians to respond as Jesus commanded. “We need to follow our Lord and Savior’s direction to forgive those who offend us, to bless those who curse us, and let revenge be the Lord’s.” He warned that bitterness and fear only give more ground to the enemy. “These demons want to intimidate you. They want to keep you silent. They want to keep you fearful so that you don’t proclaim the message of the gospel.”

Continuing Charlie Kirk’s Mission

Chatfield explains that Kirk left behind a clear legacy. “Yes, he was engaged in politics. Yes, he was engaged in civil rights, but you know what he was really about? It was the truth of the gospel.” He called believers to continue that mission with boldness, not seeking unity with the world but standing firm with Christ. “Stop trying to be unified with the world. The Bible says in the book of James, those who are friends with the world are actually enemies of God.”

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Light Versus Darkness

Charlie Kirk’s death has revealed how deep the divide runs in our culture, but as Chatfield insists, it has also revealed the real battle. This is not simply about left or right. It is about light versus darkness. It is about the kingdom of God clashing with the kingdom of Satan. And the choice for every believer is whether to shrink back in fear or press forward in faith.

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.

Joe Kirby of Off the Kirb Ministries recently released a wide-ranging video exploring the many Christian denominations around the world. With his usual mix of humor, candor and conviction, Kirby laid out the differences between various traditions while pointing believers back to the one thing that truly matters: the saving grace of Jesus Christ.

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“I am going to get a lot of hate for saying this,” Kirby admitted, “but Jesus did tip us off to watch out for wolves in sheep’s clothing. And not everyone who says they are Christian are Christian.” Even so, his heart throughout the message was not division but unity, pointing listeners to the cross.

A Walk Through Denominations

Kirby explained that every denomination has its history, emphases and distinctives. Here is how he summarized them:

• Roman Catholicism: Largest Christian denomination with the Pope in Rome as leader. Practices include praying to saints, using the rosary, honoring Mary, confession to priests and belief that communion bread and wine truly become Christ.
• Protestantism: Prayers go directly to God, no rosary, Mary is respected but not exalted, sins confessed directly to God and communion is symbolic.
• Word of Faith / Prosperity Gospel: Centered in the U.S. and Nigeria, this movement teaches that faith can unlock blessings, wealth and health. Kirby warned against it, saying it conflicts with Jesus’ call to deny ourselves and take up our cross.
• Orthodox Christianity: Found across Greece, Russia, Eastern Europe and parts of Africa. Worship is mystical and ancient. They believe communion becomes Jesus but do not follow the Pope.
• Anglican / Episcopal: Originated in England under King Henry VIII, with wide variation from liturgical cathedrals to casual evangelical services.
• Lutheran: Began with Martin Luther’s Reformation. Focused on salvation by grace through faith and the authority of Scripture.
• Presbyterian: Rooted in John Calvin’s teaching, strong in Scotland and the U.S. Emphasizes covenant theology and infant baptism.
• Pentecostal: Known for passionate worship, speaking in tongues, miracles and revival focus. Growing rapidly across the globe.
• Amish / Anabaptist: Found mainly in Pennsylvania, Ohio and Indiana. Value adult baptism, simplicity and separation from modern technology.
• Reformed / Calvinist: Strong in the Netherlands, South Africa and online. Emphasizes God’s sovereignty and predestination, with a focus on believers’ baptism.
• Mormon (LDS): Began with Joseph Smith and the Book of Mormon. Believe Jesus is separate from the Father and that people can become gods.
• Jehovah’s Witnesses: Known for door-to-door evangelism. Reject the Trinity and see Jesus as God’s first creation. Believe 144,000 will reign with Christ in heaven while others live forever on earth.
• Seventh-day Adventists: Observe Saturday Sabbath, abstain from certain foods, emphasize health and mission and focus on Christ’s soon return.
• Plymouth Brethren: Keep church simple with no paid pastors and structured gatherings.
• Quakers: Emphasize silence, inner light and peace.
• Moravians: Older than Protestants, known for music, unity and simple devotion.
• Christadelphians: Deny the Trinity, teach Jesus is God’s Son but not God Himself and await His return to rule on earth.
• Methodists: Founded by John Wesley, emphasize grace, holiness and community. Strong globally but declining in the UK.
• Progressive Christians: Not a denomination but a movement. Often reinterpret the Bible more loosely, leading to unbiblical conclusions.

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Where Kirby Stands

After listing so many denominations, Kirby finally addressed the question he often receives: what denomination does he belong to? “Even though going to church doesn’t make you a Christian any more than standing in a garage makes you a car,” he said, “I believe it is crucial for our faith to be in regular fellowship with other Christians.”

He described himself as leaning Baptist with some “quirky edges,” but made it clear that his allegiance is not to a label. “There is only one denomination in heaven and it’s called the forgiven,” Kirby declared. “Not the Baptists, not the Methodists, not the Pentecostals, not the Anglicans, not the theologically sound or the most spiritual, just the forgiven. Just sinners who’ve thrown themselves on the mercy of Jesus Christ.”

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The Gospel at the Center

Kirby closed his video not with denominational debates but with a call to the heart of the Christian faith. “Jesus didn’t come to start a religion. He came to rescue the lost. And that includes me, and that includes you,” he said. Quoting Scripture, he reminded viewers, “All have sinned and fall short of the glory of God. And the wages of sin is death. But here is the good news. The free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.”

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For Kirby, the conclusion is simple and unifying: no matter what denomination believers belong to, what matters most is whether they have been forgiven through Jesus Christ. “At the end of the day, Christianity isn’t about climbing your way up to God through rituals and perfect theology,” he said. “It’s about a God who came down to us, who wrapped Himself up in a human skin, walked in our shoes and died in our place.”

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.

Clayton Kershaw, one of the most dominant pitchers of his generation, announced his retirement Thursday in an emotional news conference at Dodger Stadium. Surrounded by teammates, coaches, front office members, and his family, Kershaw reflected on his 18-year career with the Los Angeles Dodgers and made clear that he is stepping away with peace in his heart.

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“I’m really not sad,” Kershaw said as his voice broke with emotion, according to reports from ESPN. “I’m really at peace with this. It’s just emotional. I tried to hold it together. I told our guys not to make it weird today because I was going to get weird if you make it weird. And here I am, making it weird.”

A Career Marked by Greatness

Kershaw’s career is certain to land him in the Hall of Fame. He won three National League Cy Young Awards, an MVP, made 11 All-Star appearances, and collected 222 wins. His 2.54 career ERA is the second lowest in the live ball era among pitchers with more than 1,500 innings. He also became only the 20th pitcher in history to record 3,000 strikeouts.

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said, “I think he’s the greatest pitcher in this generation. There’s obviously a lot of great pitchers. I’ve just never been around a greater competitor. Very accountable, very consistent. He’s made me better. And I think that we have grown together, so I feel fortunate to have been able to manage him and be around him for 10 years. He’s earned this right to walk away at his choosing.”

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Faith That Anchored Him

While baseball defined much of his public life, Kershaw has consistently pointed to his Christian faith as the anchor that carried him through success and hardship. He has spoken openly about his belief that Jesus Christ is the foundation of his life, once saying, “Jesus is the only true way to Heaven.” That conviction, combined with the support of his wife Ellen, guided him through seasons of dominance and times when injuries threatened to derail his career.

Kershaw has also used his platform to live out his faith through service. His foundation, Kershaw’s Challenge, has helped children and families in need around the world. Whether on mission trips to Zambia or serving in Los Angeles, Kershaw has seen baseball not as an end in itself but as a gift that allowed him to serve a greater purpose.

Admired by Teammates and Fans

His humility and character left as deep a mark as his pitching. Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman, who had known about Kershaw’s retirement plans for months, said, “Knowing Clayton, I thought he would just not even tell anybody and just retire. But I’m glad he did, so the fans and not only Dodger fans, but all baseball fans can enjoy his last start here at Dodger Stadium in the regular season tomorrow. It’s just a heck of a career. Just in awe of him.”

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Teammate Mookie Betts added, “The teammate he is, the competitor he is. Not just on the mound, but really everything. The person he is. I’ll always remember that, and I’ll always be able to say Clayton Kershaw is someone that I love.”

A Fitting End

Even in his final season, Kershaw showed flashes of brilliance. He posted a 10–2 record with a 3.53 ERA despite diminished velocity and injuries that had piled up over his career. “I can’t think of a better season to go out,” he said. “We still have a lot to accomplish, obviously, this month, and the last thing I want to do is be a distraction to anybody from accomplishing our ultimate goal — to win in the last game of the season.”

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For Kershaw, retirement is not the end but a transition into more time with Ellen and their children, and more opportunities to serve through faith. He made that clear as he closed his remarks with simplicity and gratitude. Asked about his final start at Dodger Stadium, Kershaw smiled and said, “I anticipate pitching good.”

It was a humble answer from a man whose faith, family, and fierce competitiveness have defined his journey.

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.

The U.S. Senate has unanimously passed a resolution introduced by Sen. Rick Scott, R-Fla., designating Oct. 14, 2025, as a National Day of Remembrance for Charlie Kirk. The measure honors the life and legacy of the conservative leader who was assassinated earlier this month.

“Like most Americans, my wife Ann and I are completely heartbroken by the tragic loss of our friend and fellow patriot, Charlie Kirk, in a despicable, targeted assassination,” Scott said on the Senate floor.

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The resolution is cosponsored by more than 20 senators, including Tommy Tuberville, Jim Risch, Rand Paul, Josh Hawley, Lindsey Graham, Mike Lee, Ted Cruz, James Lankford and Marsha Blackburn. Congressman Jimmy Patronis is leading a companion resolution in the House of Representatives.

Scott praised Kirk as “a good man – a devout husband, father, and friend. His life was shaped by his faith and the idea that in America, debate and discussion are crucial to the betterment of our country.”

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Kirk, founder and executive director of Turning Point USA, built thousands of chapters nationwide to educate students on freedom, free markets and limited government. Scott said, “Charlie inspired millions of young Americans to be involved in the future of their country and make their voices heard. He’d travel to college campuses around the nation to share ideas and talk about them.”

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Scott emphasized that Kirk’s commitment to free debate set him apart. “He didn’t care if you agreed or disagreed with his ideas. He welcomed the opportunity to respectfully and peacefully debate ideas in the court of public opinion.”

Calling the assassination “a disgusting act of political violence,” Scott urged Americans to honor Kirk by continuing his mission. “We have the opportunity to carry on his memory by believing in the power of our ideas, discussion, and the values of our nation,” he said.

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As the resolution takes effect, Scott asked citizens to gather in their communities to pray for Kirk’s family and the future of the nation.

Let us join together in prayer for Erika Kirk, her children and our nation as we navigate these waters of division and anger.

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.

As Rosh Hashanah 5786 approaches, believers are entering a season rich with prophetic meaning. The feast of trumpets is not merely a ritual on the biblical calendar but a divine appointment calling the church to awaken, to unite and to align with God’s covenant purposes.

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A Prophetic Word for This Year

Rabbi Kurt Landry of House of David ministries believes this year marks a pivotal shift. “I had prophesied at Gloria Zion at House of David, that the biblical year 5786, the 6, the number of man, that it would be the release of the one new man or in Hebrew, one new humanity reformation,” Landry said.

This “one new man” vision points to Jew and Gentile becoming one in Messiah, echoing the reforming power of Martin Luther’s challenge to the church but centered on unity in Christ. “The revelation that’s coming in biblical year 5786 is the power of the one new man,” he said.

The Enemy’s Counterattack

Landry connected this prophetic word to the surge of hostility against Israel. “Look at the rise in the last 24 months of anti-Semitism in not just in Europe but in the United States,” he noted. He warned that Satan is using deception to sever Christians from God’s blessing. “Satan is trying to separate the church from his Genesis 12:3 blessing. If you’re blessing Israel, you’ll be blessed. If you’re cursing Israel, you’ll be cursed.”

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This separation, he said, strips the church of its power. “The best way for Satan to stop the power in the signs and wonders and the evangelists and the outreaches is get him to curse Israel. And guess what? There is no power because God will not bless something that’s cursed.”

The Key of David

The answer, Landry explained, is found in the biblical promise to the church of Philadelphia. “In Revelation it says the church of Philadelphia has holiness, has truth and the key of David. Well, the key of David is the one new man. It’s Jew and Gentile coming together, one in Messiah. The key of David is the key to miracles.”

This church alone was promised a share in Christ’s rule during the millennial reign. That promise, he said, belongs to those who align with God’s covenant with Israel and embrace the unity of the one new man.

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Why This Feast Matters

Landry described this Rosh Hashanah as “the most important one that I’ve ever been a part of in my life.” The trumpet blast, he explained, is more than tradition. “We believe biblically and in the Hebrew culture this is the sound of this is the voice of God. This shofar blast is going to bring Jew and Gentile, one new humanity together.”

A Call to Discernment and Focus

As the season begins, Landry urged believers to resist distractions and offenses. “Once you make a decision to do something you have to follow through,” he said.

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This feast of trumpets is a call to stand united, bless Israel and prepare for the return of the Lord. Now is the time for discernment, commitment and focus on what God is doing in the earth.

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.

Every generation has those who think they can play games with the spiritual realm without consequence. But God makes it clear in His Word that our actions, even those made in jest, carry eternal weight. The apostle Paul reminds us in Ephesians 6:12 that “we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places.” What may seem like a prank, a passing trend or even a silly indulgence can open the door to a very real enemy who seeks to steal, kill and destroy.

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Selling a Soul for Dolls

A story out of Moscow shows just how reckless this can become. As reported by Dexerto, Karina, a 26-year-old woman, agreed to sell her soul after seeing an unusual offer online. Dmitry, a marketing specialist, had posted the offer as a prank, asking if anyone would sign their soul away for cash. To his surprise, Karina accepted. According to the outlet, “26-year-old Karina signed her soul over to Dmitry in a legitimate, physical contract that she signed with her own blood. In exchange, she got a little over one grand, which she quickly spent on a collection of Labubu dolls and a concert ticket.”

Dmitry celebrated the deal online, boasting, “Bought my first soul. The contract is signed in blood. I feel like Davy Jones, no less!” The Russian Orthodox Church rebuked both parties, warning that Karina had “chosen the side of evil” and could face “moral and personal decline, illness, suffering and even death.” They added that in their interpretation, Dmitry “is now Satan, since he bought a soul.”

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The Bible’s Warning on Blood Magic

The church’s words may sound severe to a culture that laughs at such things, but biblically they are true. God condemns blood rituals and occult practices. Leviticus 17:11 tells us, “For the life of the flesh is in the blood,” which is precisely why blood is never to be toyed with or used in dark covenants. Deuteronomy 18:10-12 warns, “There shall not be found among you anyone who makes his son or his daughter pass through the fire, or one who practices witchcraft, or a soothsayer, or one who interprets omens, or a sorcerer, or one who conjures spells, or a medium, or a spiritist, or one who calls up the dead. For all who do these things are an abomination to the Lord.”

Opening Doors to Demonic Influence

By signing her name in blood, Karina stepped into the oldest form of sorcery known to mankind: blood magic. The world may shrug its shoulders, but spiritually she entered into a covenant with evil. And the enemy never plays fair. When people make agreements like this, whether in jest or sincerity, they invite demonic influence. That can show up in oppression, torment, and in severe cases, even possession. This is not superstition. It is the reality of the spiritual battlefield.

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Labubu Dolls and Obsession

What makes this worse is the object of Karina’s obsession. Labubu dolls have become the latest collectible craze, yet many have noted their eerie, unsettling imagery, with some calling them outright demonic. Whether or not the dolls themselves carry spiritual weight, the fact that a young woman gave up her soul for them speaks volumes. What does it say when someone values a toy collection more than their eternal destiny?

A Warning for Our Culture

This story is a snapshot of where culture is drifting. People are so hungry for meaning, identity or status that they are willing to trade the priceless gift of their soul for trinkets, experiences or fleeting attention online. Jesus asked in Matthew 16:26, “For what is a man profited, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul?” Karina’s case is a literal demonstration of this warning. She gave up her soul for dolls and a concert ticket. The absurdity only highlights the tragedy.

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Guard Your Heart and Mind

Christians, we must treat this as a warning. The devil disguises spiritual bondage as fun, trends or cultural fads. The world calls it entertainment. God calls it dangerous. Proverbs 4:23 tells us, “Keep your heart with all diligence, for out of it spring the issues of life.” We cannot afford to toy with the demonic or shrug off stories like this. They are evidence of a spiritual drift that leaves hearts vulnerable to deception and destruction.

Guard your heart. Guard your mind. Guard your words and your actions. Every decision carries spiritual consequences. Agreements matter. Covenants matter. And souls matter.

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.