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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

The People on Earth With a Direct Line to God

January 16th, 2024

Who can talk to God? Well, a lot of people, if you take their word for it. From global heads of faiths to charismatic Christians preaching prosperity gospel, many claim to have a direct line to God's ears.

ULC Minister Training & Education 148 Comments

Kanye West Says Jesus Teaches to "Love Everyone, Even Nazis"

December 2nd, 2022

In a recent interview, Kanye West doubled down on his antisemitic beliefs, claiming that he "loves Hitler." Kanye insists that his views stem from biblical teachings, but some pastors disagree with this framing.

Political & Religious Controversy 89 Comments

Should White Christian Parents Be Allowed to Adopt Native American Children?

November 14th, 2022

Should Native American children up for adoption be taken away from their culture and religion? That’s the question at the heart of a monumental Supreme Court case that could reshape how adoption works.

Political & Religious Controversy 102 Comments

'In God We Trust' Decals on Police Vehicles Spark Controversy

May 19th, 2022

A Kansas city council recently voted to add 'In God We Trust' decals to police vehicles, on the condition that other faiths could do the same. Now everyone from atheists to Satanists want their logos on the PD vehicles.

Political & Religious Controversy 155 Comments

WV Governor: God Will Save Us From Climate Change, So Keep Drilling

March 22nd, 2022

God wouldn't let his creation destroy themselves... right? West Virginia Governor Jim Justice recently said that we should drill more fossil fuels, because God would never climate change destroy us all.

Political & Religious Controversy 61 Comments

After Praying, Judge Lets Convicted Rapist Off Easy

December 2nd, 2021

Does God have a place in the legal system? A New York judge is drawing criticism for prayed over how to sentence a convicted rapist, before sentencing the young man to eight years probation instead of jailtime.

Political & Religious Controversy 59 Comments

Juror Removed From Trial for Trusting God Over Evidence

February 25th, 2021

A juror in a high stakes Florida trial was kicked from the jury after saying during deliberation that God told them the defendant was Not Guilty, despite evidence to the contrary. Should jurors listen to God?

Political & Religious Controversy 48 Comments

Coronavirus, Murder Hornets Spark Concern of Biblical Punishment

May 8th, 2020

Deadly 'murder hornets' just hit the west coast of the United States. those deadly pests along with the coronavirus pandemic have some religious leaders thinking that we may be experiencing God's wrath.

Political & Religious Controversy 77 Comments

Can Prayer Cure Coronavirus? Some Governments Think So

February 25th, 2020

As the coronavirus continues to fan fears of an impending pandemic, some government officials are turning to a familiar ally for combating dangerous threats: prayer. But is that really the best way to stop the spread?

Political & Religious Controversy 51 Comments

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God Archives - Universal Life Church Monastery Blog

Is God Punishing Los Angeles?

Is God Punishing Los Angeles?

The People on Earth With a Direct Line to God

The People on Earth With a Direct Line to God

Kanye West Says Jesus Teaches to "Love Everyone, Even Nazis"

Kanye West Says Jesus Teaches to "Love Everyone, Even Nazis"

Should White Christian Parents Be Allowed to Adopt Native American Children?

Should White Christian Parents Be Allowed to Adopt Native American Children?

'In God We Trust' Decals on Police Vehicles Spark Controversy

'In God We Trust' Decals on Police Vehicles Spark Controversy

WV Governor: God Will Save Us From Climate Change, So Keep Drilling

WV Governor: God Will Save Us From Climate Change, So Keep Drilling

After Praying, Judge Lets Convicted Rapist Off Easy

After Praying, Judge Lets Convicted Rapist Off Easy

Juror Removed From Trial for Trusting God Over Evidence

Juror Removed From Trial for Trusting God Over Evidence

Coronavirus, Murder Hornets Spark Concern of Biblical Punishment

Coronavirus, Murder Hornets Spark Concern of Biblical Punishment

Can Prayer Cure Coronavirus? Some Governments Think So

Can Prayer Cure Coronavirus? Some Governments Think So