Imprisoned for Christ: Saint Nicholas
~ There are many legends about Saint Nicholas that led to the character we know today as Santa Claus. But who was the real man behind the fictional gift-giver? Voice of the Martyrs takes a look at the history of Santa Claus. ~ Imprisoned for Christ: The Saint Nicholas Story Nicholas was born in the third century in the Roman Empire’s province of Lycia in modern-day Turkiye (Turkey). According to tradition, he was a man full of generosity and conviction. He…
Halloween Spooks: Should We ‘Talk to the Dead’
Halloween is also called “Night of the Dead” because it is believed that on this night “the veil that separates our world from the Otherworld is at its thinnest,” and “the spirits of the dead roam freely among the living.” Tradition or not, Hollywood’s obsession with dialog with the deceased is eerily evident. Thrillers like White Noise and The Sixth Sense, prime time TV series such as Medium, Ghost Whisperer, and Lisa Williams: Talking to the Dead (whose second season…
Disaster Survivor Shares Message of Hope as Communities Across the Country Face Floods, Disasters and Loss
~ As communities in Texas and beyond recover from the devastation of historic floods, one woman who has walked through similar heartbreak is offering a message of hope and healing. ~ As Texas reels from devastating flood damage and loss of life and communities across the country brace for worsening storms during peak hurricane season, survivor Kim Cantin is stepping forward to share a powerful message: healing is possible, even in the aftermath of unimaginable loss. Cantin, who lived through…
Did J.R.R. Tolkien Predict the Coming AI Genocide?
~ Author Paul List Claims J.R.R. Tolkien Predicted the Coming AI Genocide ~ Paul List Reveals J.R.R. Tolkien’s Prophecy Against AI & Transhumanism In 1939, J. R. R. Tolkien spent three days at the British Government Code and Cypher School—a program designed to recruit intellectuals for wartime cryptography. There, he crossed paths with Alan Turing, who was developing early theories of artificial intelligence. Tolkien was expected to accept a government offer—but instead, he declined, returned home, and began writing The Lord of…
Karen Kingsbury’s The Christmas Ring Nationwide Theatrical Release Nov. 6
~ Karen Kingsbury’s The Christmas Ring Introduces Jessie James Decker and Debbie Winans To Star-Studded Cast forNationwide Theatrical Release Beginning November 6, Films Scenes in Nashville ~ The much-anticipated holiday movie, Karen Kingsbury’s The Christmas Ring, has expanded its star-studded cast with the introduction of Jessie James Decker and Debbie Winans, joining previously announced actors Kelsey Grammer, Benjamin Hollingsworth and Jana Kramer. The film will be released in theatres only starting November 6 via Fathom Entertainment. Principal photography is underway right now. In Karen Kingsbury’s The Christmas…
Electromagnetic Pulse Survival Story ‘One Second After’ to Hit Big-Screen
~ William R. Forstchen’s New York Times Bestseller One Second After Slated for Big-Screen Release ~ MPI Original Films in association with Startling Inc. is set to bring William R. Forstchen’s New York Times bestseller One Second After to the big screen. The post-apocalyptic thriller, which explores the devastating aftermath of an electromagnetic pulse (EMP) attack on the United States, will be directed by Scott Rogers and penned by acclaimed screenwriter J. Michael Straczynski. Production is scheduled to begin in September….
Men Stealing “Woman of the Year”
~ Men Named “Woman of the Year”: A Cultural and Political Examination ~ Men Stealing “Woman of the Year” Awards In recent years, a number of biological men who identify as women have been awarded the title of “Woman of the Year” by major publications and organizations. These honors, while celebrated by some as inclusive and progressive, have also generated controversy and concern, particularly among those who believe they blur essential distinctions between men and women, and potentially undermine the…
Jesus, Pope Francis Magazines on Newsstands
~ Life presents Jesus and Time and Nat Geo pay tribute to a Pope Francis on newsstand now ~ Newsstands now have at least two Pope Francis issues out as well as the Jesus magazine from Life. While National Geographic and Time pay homage to Pope Francis, Life brings back a perennial favorite, “Life Explores Jesus: How His Lessons, Miracles and Devotion Changed the World.” We first reported on this one last year at Life, National Geographic Have Jesus Issues on…
Obscure Old Testament Character May Explain Why America is in Decline
~ Author Says an Obscure Old Testament Character Explains Why America is in Decline ~ In a recent survey from The State of Theology, 53% of U.S. adults reject the divine authorship of the Bible as literal truth, relegating it to the same category as other religious writings and sacred texts. In less than a decade, that number has risen 12%. Even among U.S. evangelicals, 26% say that the Bible, while helpful, is not literally true. In his new book, “The…
On Newsstands March 2025: A Trinity of Magazines about Jesus
~ Three magazines about Jesus on newsstands now. ~ Just in time for St. Patrick’s Day and Easter 2025, a trinity of magazines about Jesus are on the newsstands. Life Explores Jesus: How His Lessons, Miracles and Devotion Changed the World The first seems to be a perennial favorite this time of year, “Life Explores Jesus: How His Lessons, Miracles and Devotion Changed the World.” We reported on it last year at Life, National Geographic Have Jesus Issues on Newsstands…
