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U.S. Troops Told Iran Strike Will Bring Armageddon, Return of Jesus

March 4th, 2026

U.S. troops were reportedly told that justification for the strike in Iran which killed Ayatollah Khamenei were biblically based, and would usher in Armageddon and the ultimate return of Jesus Christ. Is the end nigh?

Political & Religious Controversy 119 Comments

TN Bill Would Legalize Death Penalty for Abortion

February 27th, 2026

A controversial Tennessee bill could allow women who have abortions to be charged with homicide, punishable by life in prison or even death. Is it pro-life to put women to death for getting an abortion?

Political & Religious Controversy 133 Comments

Scott Adams Takes on Pascal's Wager

January 15th, 2026

Prior to his death, 'Dilbert' cartoonist Scott Adams announced he was converting to Christianity just in case God exists. This is called Pascal's wager, a confession of faith based on risk/reward.

Life and Death 25 Comments

What Is All Saints' Day?

October 27th, 2025

You've heard of Halloween on October 31st, but do you know about All Saints' Day the very next day? In contrast to the macabre Halloween, this Catholic holiday is a celebration of the saints who died for their faith.

Pagan & Wiccan 31 Comments

Religious History of Zombies (and Does Jesus Qualify?)

October 23rd, 2025

The viral question making the rounds on Reddit and TikTok of whether Jesus could be considered a zombie has sparked a debate blending theology, folklore, and pop culture’s fascination with the undead.

Life and Death 25 Comments

Pope Leo Wades Into Abortion Debate

October 2nd, 2025

Pope Leo ignited a firestorm of controversy with a recent statement questioning whether those who support the poor treatment of immigrants and the death penalty can truly be considered "pro-life".

Political & Religious Controversy 76 Comments

Florida Clergy Call for State to Halt Record Executions

July 16th, 2025

Florida leads the nation in executions this year, and clergy across denominations are urging Gov. DeSantis to halt the record-setting rate. Will their plea for mercy outweigh his push for capital punishment?

Political & Religious Controversy 66 Comments

Remembering Pope Francis (1936-2025)

April 21st, 2025

Pope Francis has passed away at 88 this Easter Monday, concluding a historic and transformative papacy that spanned 12 years and redefined the tone of the Catholic Church, pushing it in a more progressive direction.

Life and Death 56 Comments

Thou Shalt Not Kill? Christians Split Over Death Penalty for Luigi Mangione

April 7th, 2025

Attorney General Pam Bondi is directing prosecutors to seek the death penalty for Luigi Mangione, leaving Christians divided: does ‘Thou Shalt Not Kill’ forbid the death penalty—or demand it?

Life and Death 124 Comments

Is God Punishing Los Angeles?

January 17th, 2025

Did God cause the Palisades Fire? That's what many are saying online, arguing that God is punishing the 'godless' Los Angeles with the devastating inferno which has caused billions in damage and impacted countless lives.

Life and Death 133 Comments

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