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Good evening, and welcome to #ourCOG Daily Brief for September 20, 2025.
Today’s news brings a mix of encouraging and concerning developments. In the U.S., reports suggest a spiritual awakening among Gen Z, with young people returning to church in growing numbers. This resurgence of faith is prompting discussions within the Church about its role in a secularizing culture and the importance of preaching about sin. Meanwhile, a new Christian networking app, Faithly, aims to connect ministry professionals. However, concerning news emerged from Indonesia, where church construction was halted due to pressure from Muslim groups. Tragically, reports from Nigeria detail the continued violence against Christians, with multiple attacks resulting in the deaths of numerous Christians, including children.
This evening’s services featured Pastor Tommy Barnett’s powerful message, “What the world needs now is Jesus,” a sentiment echoed in his earlier sermon, “The world’s greatest need is Jesus.” Both sermons carry a significant weight given the global context.
Our FaithNews RSS feed highlights recent stories, including the dedication of new offices in the East Central Hispanic Region, a gathering of faith leaders to pray for an end to political violence, Gate Keepers’ church security services, and the reaccreditation of Smoky Mountain Children’s Home.
Prophesy news this week centers around escalating political tensions. Reports detail a Democratic congresswoman’s opposition to a resolution rejecting political violence, requests for toxicology reports on the Annunciation school shooter, an FBI investigation into potential co-conspirators in a plot to assassinate Charlie Kirk, and alarming statements from a Minnesota Democratic candidate.
Finally, in Jewish history, September 20th marks significant events. In 357 B.C.E., Alexander the Great was born, whose conquests would significantly influence Jewish culture. And in 1187, Saladin’s victory at the Siege of Jerusalem allowed Jews to return to the City of David after being banned by Christian Crusaders. This event represents a complex shift in the political and religious landscape of the Holy Land.
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