Nearly two dozen House Republicans joined Democrats Thursday to pass a bill that would restore collective bargaining rights for hundreds of thousands of federal employees, an attempt to overturn an executive order that President Donald Trump issued earlier this year.

Like for the impending[?] release of the Epstein files, this law was passed through a discharge petition.

What can you tell me about George Eldon Ladd's eschatology?

He seems pretty influential in evangelicalism, but I couldn't find much aboht his views other than he's a historic premillennialist and is credited with the "already-and-not-yet" approach to prophecy.

The main thing I am figuring out with eschatology is balancing the symbolism with literalism. On one hand, I don't think it makes much sense to interpret Revelation literally due to its genre and the heavy use of symbolic imagery. I also think some forms of premillennialism, especially dispensationalism can be tol rigid and woodenly literalistic.

On the other hand, I think some other views like idealism, preterism and amillennialism can sometimes over-spiritualize prophecy.

Yeah, there's a lot of symbolism, but symbols still mean things.

So, I am wondering if there is a balance to this? How does George Eldon Ladd approach literalism and symbolism?

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Opening Prayer

Heavenly Father, We come before You with thankful hearts, thanking You for the freedom You have given us through Your Son, Jesus Christ. I pray You will open our understanding as we reflect on Your Word today. Help us grasp the depth of the redemption purchased by His blood and the freedom we now walk in as Your children. I ask that Your Spirit guide our thoughts and renew our hearts as we meditate on the freedom from sin’s bondage. In Jesus Mighty name, Amen.

One of the greatest joys of Salvation, is the freedom we get from the bondage of sin. The chains that once held us captive have been broken, through the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. We were enslaved in the bondage of our sins. Through the redemption of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, He rescued us from that bondage and redeemed us back by His blood.

Romans 6:22-23 (NKJV) “But now having been set free from sin, and having become slaves of God, you have your fruit to holiness, and the end, everlasting life. For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord. Because of this, we are no longer slaves to guilt, shame, or destructive patterns.”

By His blood, He purchased our deliverance and brought us into His glorious Light. He rescued us from that bondage and redeemed us back by His blood. His sacrifice broke the chains that held us captive, and opened the way to freedom, forgiveness, and eternal life. It was final - it was complete. The redemption through the blood of the Lord Jesus Christ is both a gift and a calling.

Colossians 1:13–14 “He has delivered us from the power of darkness and conveyed us into the kingdom of the Son of His love, in whom we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of sins.”

We now are united to Jesus Christ in the Spirit, sharing and participating in His death, not in the physical sense, but in the spiritual sense. Our sins are now dead and gone, and what we once considered important to us to take part in have been replaced by the deep desire in our hearts to take part in the Kingdom of God and all of God’s righteousness.

Romans 6:6–7 “Knowing this, that our old man was crucified with Him, that the body of sin might be done away with, that we should no longer be slaves of sin. For he who has died has been freed from sin.”

Romans 6:22 “But now having been set free from sin, and having become slaves of God, you have your fruit to holiness, and the end, everlasting life.”

We have been set free to walk in righteousness empowered by the Holy Spirit, to live a new life that honors God. We have been set free by the blood of Christ. We are no longer living under the control of sin, but rather, we are living in the presence of true liberty, with the absence of the control sin had over our lives.

Romans 6:18 “And having been set free from sin, you became slaves of righteousness.”

John 8:34–36 “Jesus answered them, ‘Most assuredly, I say to you, whoever commits sin is a slave of sin. And a slave does not abide in the house forever, but a son abides forever. Therefore, if the Son makes you free, you shall be free indeed.’”

Through Christ we are called to stand firm in the liberty He has secured for us. We are no longer bound by the chains of sin or fear. We are walking freely in His grace. He has delivered us from the power of darkness and brought us into the kingdom of His beloved Son, where redemption and forgiveness flow through His precious blood.

Galatians 5:1 “Stand fast therefore in the liberty by which Christ has made us free, and do not be entangled again with a yoke of bondage.”

Colossians 1:13–14 “He has delivered us from the power of darkness and conveyed us into the kingdom of the Son of His love, in whom we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of sins.”

As redeemed children of God, we no longer walk under the weight of sin’s bondage or the shadows of our former life. Christ has broken every chain, silenced every accusation, and opened the way for us to live in true liberty through His Spirit. The freedom He purchased is not temporary or fragile - it is complete, secured by His blood, and sustained by His grace. May we continue to walk in this freedom daily, choosing righteousness, embracing holiness, and living as those who have been brought from darkness into His marvelous light.

Questions to Ponder

1. In what areas of my life do I still live as though I am bound, even though Christ has already set me free?

2. How is the Holy Spirit leading me to walk in the “fruit to holiness” that Romans 6 describes?

1. What does it mean for me personally to “stand fast in the liberty” Christ has given, and not return to old patterns?

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Closing Prayer

Lord Jesus, Thank You for breaking the chains that once held us captive and for bringing us into the freedom of Your grace. Help us walk daily in the liberty You have secured, choosing righteousness over sin and light over darkness. Strengthen us by Your Spirit to live lives that honor You, reflect Your love, and bear the fruit of holiness. May Your freedom shape our steps and Your presence guide our days. We give You all glory and praise. In Jesus Mighty name, Amen.

To the Holy Spirit: Thank You for guiding every word, guarding every step, and glorifying Jesus. All glory, honor, praise, and worship belong to God Almighty, who alone is worthy.

Scripture Acknowledgement: All Scripture quotations are taken from the New King James Version® (NKJV). Used with permission. All rights reserved.

Special thanks to Bible Gateway for providing accessible, searchable Scripture resources that support devotional writing and spiritual study.

May these words echo grace, healing, and truth wherever they are read.

Ministry Correspondence: Email: PGGrace@Proton.Me

© 2025 Anne Ashe: PG Grace Filled Ministries. Not for commercial use

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Noem gave a hung to Mrs. Gonzalez, whose son was killed by a gang member and illegal alien who had been deported at least once. She has spoken about the separation of families, saying she will always be separated from her son who is six feet under.

Here are only a few of the would-be astronauts and scientists who are no longer terrorizing the streets of Minneapolis thanks to Operation Metro Surge:

There are many good Democrats and Republicans and others who will not give in to a radical agenda to destroy our country.

Hello all! I am a new member in Christian Forums, and so pleased to be a part of this online forum. I look forward to interacting with you all.
I am seeking advice after a one-year job search that has come to a crossroads with immediacy for the end of 2025. Also, please let me know if posting this personal summary is permittable for this forum, or this site in general.
I am trusting in the Lord's provisions, and I hope this avenue will prove successful.

"Hello, my name is Jasmine, and I am a candidate for your open paid, entry-level remote position at a Christ-centered, values-based company or organization offering 10 - 20 hours per week. I bring remote administrative assistant experience, experience working under the Department Director at one of Cleveland’s leading primary care service centers as well as a background in customer service and a skillset sharpened by volunteer and community efforts. With a Bachelors degree expected in Fall 2026 for Christian Thought in Humanities, I am confident that my educational background will be a boon to the educational makeup of your workforce.
I am certain that with my date entry and Microsoft 365 suite proficiency, empathetic and hard-work ethic and teachable and adaptable attitude, I can promote your mission-based organization to excel and prosper in its endeavors.

I would love to hear from you. Please contact me through direct messaging with questions, comments, or concerns.

God bless.

“Therefore I saw that there is nothing better than a man should rejoice in his works, for that is his portion; for who can bring him to see what will be after him?'
Ecclesiastes 3:22"

Thank you in advance.

David Gentile spent just days in prison for his conviction in what prosecutors described as a $1.6 billion scheme that defrauded thousands of investors.​

GPB fraud perpetrator may avoid forfeiting over $15 million​

Trump has an affinity to white collar fraudster, those like himself, and zero empathy for their victims.
David Gentile who Trump pardoned had over 10,000 victims who lost their retirements and life savings.

Hi all, myself my name is Feran.

My salvation story started 3 years ago after I dropped out of med school when Jesus saved me at my lowest point.

Now I'm a developer with a passion for building tools for Christians.

So far i've built a Bible notetaking app for iPad users when I couldn’t find anything compatible with stylus and also a scripture memorisation and meditation app to help make a daily habit (both are only available on iOS, android coming eoy!)

Feel free to check them out (any feedback is much appreciated): https://agapelabs.co.uk/apps

Pleasure to be a part of this community!

Release International’s partner in Algeria supports pastors who are facing legal action. This includes providing lawyers, paying fines and providing monthly support for the families of pastors who have been arrested or imprisoned.



Pray for Christians in Algeria, as the government continues to prosecute people for unauthorised worship, while at the same time refusing to allow the Protestant Church of Algeria to officially register its churches.



Pray for a number of Algerian Christians who have appeared in court recently. Pray for God’s protection and for his favour in the verdicts. Pray for all Christians currently facing legal proceedings.



Pray for the release of 6,000 Bibles that have been held at the port of Algiers for three years. These were legally imported by the Bible Society of Algeria.

The results of the test assert that there is a 99.999998% chance that Omar and her second husband Ahmed Elmi are siblings.

The report, drawn up by Endeavor DNA Laboratories does not name either Omar or Elmi, instead referring to them as 'Sibling 1' and 'Sibling 2.' DailyMail.com understands that Omar is Sibling 1.

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Yes. Genetics prove that all the "conspiracy theories" about Ilan Omar committing immigration fraud by marrying her brother is true. DNA proves it and people closest to Ilan Omar admit it. IMO, she should be deported back to Somalia for fraud. I rally do not care about the fact that she is a member of Congress. The fact that she was able to be elevated to such a position demonstrates such a failure in the system, and explains why there is so much fraud in Minnesota. You elect a Somalian fraudster into congress, you get a Somalian fraudster in congress.

The apostle Paul wrote this to the church in Galatia at a time when the Jews who had believed in Jesus were transitioning from the Old Covenant to the New Covenant, and when Gentile believers were being pressured by the Judaizers to have to be circumcised, and when Jew and Gentile alike were being pressured into having to obey some of the Old Covenant liturgical, ceremonial, circumcision, dietary and Sabbath laws. But they were not under the Old Covenant Law, but they were now under the New Covenant.

And in our day and time there are still Judaizers who are going from church to church gatherings trying to convince Gentile believers in Christ that it will enhance their relationships with God if they obey some of the Old Covenant liturgical and ceremonial laws, including their dietary and Sabbath laws. And there are a lot of Christians who are being convinced that if they become more like Jews, and if they support the Jewish nation, that it will draw them closer to God, and/or that they will not be cursed for not supporting Israel.

But Paul taught against such thinking as that. He let the Christians know, for one, that all Jews who have rejected Jesus as their Lord and Savior are not God’s children, his people, his nation. They are not heirs of the covenant God made with Abraham and his seed, Jesus Christ. “For not all who are descended from Israel belong to Israel, and not all are children of Abraham because they are his offspring… It is not the children of the flesh who are the children of God, but the children of the promise… And if you belong to Christ, then you are Abraham’s seed, and heirs according to the promise.”

[Genesis 17:7-9; Genesis 18:19; John 8:18-19,38-47; Romans 2:28-29; Romans 6:1-23; Romans 8:1-14; Romans 9:4-8,25-28; Romans 11:1-36; 1 Corinthians 10:1-22; Galatians 3:16,26-29; Galatians 4:22-31; Ephesians 2:11-22; Ephesians 3:1-6; Hebrews 3:1-19; Hebrews 4:1-16; Hebrews 8:6-13;1 Peter 2:24; 1 John 2:22; Jude 1:5; Revelation 2:9; Revelation 3:9]

So, we are not to allow ourselves to be tricked into needing to obey some of the Old Covenant liturgical and ceremonial laws, for that is not of God.

But in the times in which we now live, that is probably the lesser of two evils, the first of which is that so many people are taking the Scriptures out of context, and they are twisting them to say what they do not say if taught in the correct biblical context. And many are teaching that faith in Jesus Christ requires nothing of us, since we are not under “The Law,” i.e. the Old Covenant. And so they are teaching that we don’t have to repent of our sins and we don’t have to obey the commands of God under the New Covenant.

So those who teach that God requires nothing of us other than a profession of faith in Jesus Christ, and that repentance and obedience to God are not required of God for salvation from sin and eternal life with God, as part of faith which saves, they have nullified what Jesus Christ did for us on that cross. For in his death, he put our sins to death with him so that, by God-gifted and God-persuaded faith in him, we will now die to sin and walk in obedience to our Lord and his commands, all in the power of God.

So, if you have professed faith in Jesus Christ, and you are now convinced that all your sins are forgiven, and that heaven is guaranteed you as your eternal destiny, but you have not denied self, and you are not putting sin to death daily, by the Spirit, and you are not walking (in conduct) in obedience to our Lord’s New Covenant commands, then please know that, according to the Scriptures, you do not know God, you are not in fellowship with Christ, and you do not have eternal life with God, regardless of what you profess.

For Jesus Christ taught that to come to him we must deny self, take up our cross daily (die daily to sin), and follow (obey) him. For if we hold on to living in sin and for self, we will lose our lives for eternity. But if we deny self, die daily to sin, by the Spirit, and we walk in obedience to our Lord and to his commands, in his power, then we have eternal life with God. For not everyone who calls him “Lord” will enter the kingdom of heaven, but the one DOING (obeying) the will of God (see Luke 9:23-26; Matthew 7:21-23).

[Matthew 7:13-14,21-23; Luke 9:23-26; John 10:27-30; Acts 26:18; Romans 1:18-32; Romans 2:5-10; Romans 3:23; Romans 6:1-23; Romans 8:1-14; 1 Corinthians 10:1-22; Galatians 5:16-24; Ephesians 2:8-10; Ephesians 4:17-32; Ephesians 5:3-6; Titus 2:11-14; Hebrews 3:1-19; Hebrews 4:1-13; Hebrews 10:19-39; Hebrews 12:1-2; 1 Peter 2:24; 1 John 1:1-10; 1 John 2:3-6; 1 John 3:4-10; Revelation 2:1-29; Revelation 3:1-22]

So, study the Scriptures for yourselves, but study them in their true biblical context, and let the Holy Spirit guide you into all truth. Trust not in humans.

For Our Nation

An Original Work / September 11, 2012
Christ’s Free Servant, Sue J Love
Recording Via Gerry Peters, music producer and arranger

Bombs are bursting. Night is falling.
Jesus Christ is gently calling
You to follow Him in all ways.
Trust Him with your life today.
Make Him your Lord and your Savior.
Turn from your sin. Follow Jesus.
He will forgive you of your sin;
Cleanse your heart, made new within.

Men betraying: Our trust fraying.
On our knees to God we’re praying,
Seeking God to give us answers
That are only found in Him.
God is sovereign over all things.
Nothing from His mind escaping.
He has all things under His command,
And will work all for good.

Jesus Christ is gently calling
You to follow Him in all ways.

Men deceiving: We’re believing
In our Lord, and interceding
For our nation and its people
To obey their God today.
He is our hope for our future.
For our wounds He offers suture.
He is all we need for this life.
Trust Him with your life today.

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An Original Work / December 12, 2025
Christ’s Free Servant, Sue J Love

4 Again he began to teach beside the sea. And a very large crowd gathered about him, so that he got into a boat and sat in it on the sea, and the whole crowd was beside the sea on the land. 2 And he was teaching them many things in parables, and in his teaching he said to them: 3 “Listen! Behold, a sower went out to sow. 4 And as he sowed, some seed fell along the path, and the birds came and devoured it. 5 Other seed fell on rocky ground, where it did not have much soil, and immediately it sprang up, since it had no depth of soil. 6 And when the sun rose, it was scorched, and since it had no root, it withered away. 7 Other seed fell among thorns, and the thorns grew up and choked it, and it yielded no grain. 8 And other seeds fell into good soil and produced grain, growing up and increasing and yielding thirtyfold and sixtyfold and a hundredfold.” 9 And he said, “He who has ears to hear, let him hear.”

English Standard Version Catholic Edition (n.p.: Augustine Institute, 2019), Mk 4:1–9.

I wonder if my brothers and sisters would like to comment on this passage.

I’ve put together a Christmas presentation titled “What Child Is This? - A Journey Through the Nativity.” It’s a quiet, scripture‑rooted walk through the birth of Jesus, from the angel’s announcement to the worship of the shepherds and the Magi. My hope is that it brings peace, reflection, and a blessing to each one of you who views it.

If it blesses you, feel free to share it with others this season. May the Lord Jesus Christ be glorified.

YouTube Link: What Child is This? A Journey Through the Nativity

I think was the C Walk.

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Alternatively, the Shuffle.

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A growing consumption of ultra-processed foods such as breakfast cereals, yogurts, soda, cookies and even infant formula is fueling an increase in chronic diseases, including mental illnesses around the world, according to a global team of public health experts.

The warning comes in the form of a three-part series published in The Lancet, titled "Ultra-Processed Foods and Human Health."

A growing consumption of ultra-processed foods such as breakfast cereals, yogurts, soda, cookies and even infant formula is fueling an increase in chronic diseases, including mental illnesses around the world, according to a global team of public health experts.

The warning comes in the form of a three-part series published in The Lancet, titled "Ultra-Processed Foods and Human Health."

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A new analysis found that 41 percent of Netflix TV shows for children portray homosexual relationships, ‘transgender’ and ‘non-binary’ characters, and other ‘queer’ themes.
A whopping 41 percent of both G-rated and TV-Y7-rated television series on Netflix contain content positively portraying homosexual relationships or transgenderism, Concerned Women for America (CWA) found in a recent analysis. This content was most often “explicit,” that is, featuring characters “clearly identified as lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, or nonbinary.”


A lesser but significant portion of the shows portrayed LGBT-identified non-primary or “queer-coded” characters.


The content highlighted the even more disturbing fact that the creators of this LGBT content view children’s shows as “a tool for cultural transformation, not merely a reflection of existing norms,” as shown by public admissions. For example, Disney Television Animation executive producer Latoya Raveneau has spoken of her “not-at-all-secret” homosexual agenda in TV storytelling.

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Here's a short video I made for Christmas. Hope it blesses you!

The head of the Anglican Church in North America should be put on trial for allegedly violating ordination vows and for sexual immorality, a denominational investigative body has concluded.

The Board of Inquiry issued a short statement on Friday stating that there was “probable cause to present” ACNA Archbishop Steve Wood “for trial for violation of Canon 2 of this Title.”

According to the board, Wood should be charged with “Violation of Ordination Vows,” “Conduct giving just cause for scandal or offense, including the abuse of ecclesiastical power” and “Sexual Immorality.”

The Board of Inquiry will refer its decision to The Court for the Trial of a Bishop, a seven-member ACNA court that oversees proceedings against bishops.

In October, The Washington Post published allegations that Wood had engaged in sexual misconduct and abuse of power while serving as rector at St. Andrew's Anglican Church in Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina.

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A look at popular Eastern Orthodox objections to Catholicism—and why many of the same critiques, from papal authority to ecclesial scandals, apply across both apostolic traditions. The video urges viewers to move beyond online polemics and toward serious theological dialogue aimed at eventual unity...

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…CHRISTIAN ARCHAEOLOGY


In this centenary year of the establishment of the Pontifical Institute of Christian Archaeology, it is both my responsibility and my pleasure to share some reflections that I consider important for the Church in our present time. I do so with a grateful heart, knowing that when our memory of the past is illuminated by faith and purified by charity, it nourishes hope.

In 1925, the “Jubilee of Peace” was proclaimed with the intention of easing the terrible wounds of the First World War. Significantly, the centenary of the Institute coincides with another Jubilee, which also seeks to offer a new vision of hope to a humanity troubled by numerous wars.

The present age is marked by rapid changes, humanitarian crises and cultural transitions, and requires that we not only draw on ancient and new knowledge, but also search for a profound wisdom capable of preserving and passing on to future generations what is truly essential. In this light, I strongly wish to reaffirm the essential role of archaeology in understanding Christianity and, consequently, its application within catechetical and theological formation. Archaeology is not just a specialized discipline reserved to a few experts, but a path accessible to anyone who wishes to understand how faith is embodied in time, place and culture. For us Christians, history is a vital foundation. Indeed, we journey through life in the concrete realm of history, which is the same setting for the unfolding of the mystery of salvation. All Christians are called to ground their lives in the Good News that begins with the Incarnation of the Word of God within human history (cf. Jn 1:14).

As our beloved Pope Francis once reminded us, “No one can truly know their deepest identity, or what they wish to be in the future, without attending to the bonds that link them to preceding generations. This is true not only of us as individuals, but also as a community. Indeed, the study and writing of history helps to keep ‘the flame of collective conscience’ alive. Otherwise, all that remains is the personal memory of facts bound to our own interests or sensibilities, with no real connection to the human and ecclesial community in which we live.” [1]

The house of Archaeology

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The EWTN News RealClear Opinion Research Poll shows most Catholic voters still support President Trump and key policies such as mass deportations, even as inflation emerges as a potential warning sign.

One year after the 2024 presidential election returned him to the White House, President Donald Trump remains popular among Catholic voters, whose support proved pivotal to his re-election, a new EWTN News RealClear Opinion Research Poll shows.

That backing extends to the chief flashpoint of Trump’s first year since regaining the presidency: the ongoing mass deportation of hundreds of thousands of illegal or undocumented immigrants.

That policy has sparked national protests, widespread media coverage, and strong statements of concern and condemnation from the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops and individual bishops. Even Pope Leo XIV has criticized it on multiple occasions, as did his predecessor, Pope Francis.

Yet a majority of Catholic voters (54%) say they support Trump’s policies calling for the detention and deportation of unauthorized immigrants on a broad scale; 30% are opposed, and 17% neither favor nor oppose.

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Almost 500 years after the appearance of Our Lady of Guadalupe — whose feast the Church celebrates Dec. 12 — the image of Our Lady has become the subject of several popular myths and legends, especially in Mexico, where she appeared.

Father Eduardo Chávez, a priest of the Archdiocese of Mexico, was the postulator for Juan Diego’s canonization and is a renowned expert on the apparitions. He is also director of the Institute for Guadalupan Studies.

Speaking to ACI Prensa, CNA’s Spanish-language news partner, in 2019, Chávez separated fact from fiction.

Is it true the image of Our Lady of Guadalupe has the same temperature as a human body?​

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Rapper and country artist Jelly Roll testified to God’s work in his life throughout his recent conversation on Joe Rogan’s podcast, which was released Wednesday, Dec. 10. At the end of the podcast, an emotional Jelly Roll learned that a dream of his has been fulfilled: He was invited to become a member of the Grand Ole Opry.

Editor’s note: This video contains language some might find offensive.

“I just never thought this was the journey, dude. I thought I’d die young or I thought I’d kill myself. I didn’t think I was going to be able to figure it out,” said Jelly Roll.

“You figured it out, and you’re figuring it out more every day,” Rogan told him.

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Stryper frontman Michael Sweetrecently informed fans that he has been diagnosed with papillary thyroid cancer.

“A lot of you have been asking about my health and well being so I wanted to give you an update,” Sweet said in a social media post on Tuesday (Dec. 9).

Sweet cofounded the iconic Christian metal band in 1983. The band has influenced many Christian rock bands and artists today, including Skillet frontman John Cooper. Throughout the band’s career, Stryper, a name inspired by Isaiah 53:5, has received a Grammy Award nomination and won two Dove Awards.

After thanking his social media followers for their “thoughts and prayers,” Sweet shared that his endocrinologist told him that a nodule in his right thyroid that was biopsied on Nov. 17 came back positive for cancer.

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An Ohio surgeon who had his medical license suspended has been indicted on federal charges after he allegedly tried to force crushed abortion drugs into his pregnant girlfriend’s mouth after she refused to abort her baby.

A Lucas County Grand Jury indicted Dr. Hassan-James Abbas, 32, on Dec. 3 for six felony charges, including abduction, tampering with evidence, disrupting public services, unlawful distribution of an abortion-inducing drug, identity fraud and deception to obtain a dangerous drug.

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