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CBN NewsWatch AM: April 5, 2023

Trump set to plead not guilty to multiple charges in Manhattan courtroom, as his attorney says the former President is “gearing up for a battle;” report shows violent attacks and hateful rhetoric against Jews hit a new high in US last year; Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares tells CBN News about the state’s task force for monitoring and fighting antisemitism; Dr. Don Colbert, author of “Dr. Colbert\'s Healthy Brain Zone,” talks to CBN’s “Healthy Living” program about the steps you can take to avoid getting Alzheimer’s; Jake Bodine, the CEO of the God Behind Bars ministry, discusses their outreach to prisoners and their families with CBN’s “Prayer Link” program; and a new movie, “His Only Son,” which tells one of the most famous stories in the Bible, opens at number three at the weekend box office.

The Gospel is preached at revival events across the Golden State over the weekend at Hope Fest, with thousands saved and baptized - among those who came to the Lord: a couple walking to a Satanic ritual who heard the Gospel and got saved on the spot – find out more in our story from California; recovery efforts underway as tornadoes kill at least 32 in 11 states; former President Trump is expected to be indicted today, but beyond his legal troubles, Republicans are also divided over key issues; Social Security is set to go broke in 10 years, so after President Biden made it a political issue (but has no plan), what are Republicans and some Democrats going to do about it?; Mississippi Attorney General Lynn Fitch talks to CBN News about her role in overturning Roe v Wade, and her work on helping victims of abuse and exploitation; and the fourth season of the popular series “The Chosen” about the lives of Jesus and His disciples begins production.

Christian World News - March 31, 2023

CBN NewsWatch AM: March 31, 2023

CBN NewsWatch AM: March 30, 2023

Children of some legends in Gospel are talking to us about their new show Grown & Gospel. Recording Artist Jon Reddick talks to us while on tour with TobyMac. Plus, we sample Passion Music’s new album called I’ve Witnessed It.

CBN NewsWatch AM: March 29, 2023

Investigators trying to find the motive behind the mass shooting at Christian school in Tennessee- the shooter was reportedly a former student and a transgender; Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu puts his judicial reform plan on hold, but the battle is likely not over; CBN Middle East Bureau Chief Chris Mitchell talks about the future of the reform plan, why Netanyahu invoked King Solomon in his speech to the country, and where Israel goes from here; CBN’s Operation Blessing and Franklin Graham’s Samaritan’s Purse among the relief organizations on the scene in Mississippi after the devastating tornado left a trail of death and destruction; why eating too much of some ‘superfoods’ can actually be bad for you; and a new pre-fabricated customized home, called the “Futuro House,” is shaped like a flying saucer.

A shooting at a Christian school in Nashville leaves three children and three adults dead – March 27, 2023

CBN NewsWatch AM: March 27, 2023

Sally Norton, author of Toxic Superfoods: How Oxalate Overload is Making You Sick and How to Get Better discusses how certain foods that are generally considered healthy, such as spinach and almonds, can cause health problems, like joint pain and brain fog, if eaten in large quantities.

TikTok CEO grilled by both parties on Capitol Hill amid concerns that the Chinese government could use the app to collect info on users and spy on Americans; politics and education: two Congressional take on education, including what books should be allowed in school libraries and the Republican measure called the “Parents Bill of Rights;” US military launches “precision airstrikes” in Syria after a strike by a suspected Iranian-made drone killed a US contractor; a new church arises: nearly 2,000 congregations have left the United Methodist Church over LGBTQ and sexuality issues, and churches are now joining a new denomination, the Global Methodist Church; Jews in Ukraine: how the remaining Jewish communities in Ukraine are surviving as the war enters its second year; honoring a historic legacy: the University of Pittsburgh displays- and plays the works of Charles Pace, one of the first composers and publishers of Gospel Music.

Taking a stand: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says the country will not pass a measure proposed by two ultra-Orthodox members of his own ruling coalition that would have made it a criminal offense to persuade anyone to convert to another religion, tweeting “We will not advance any law against the Christian community;” Congress taking on TikTok in Capitol Hill hearing today, amid concerns the Chinese government can utilize it to collect info on users; deadly fungus, called Candida Auris, spreading quickly across the US; New Jersey mom Angela Reading files federal lawsuit after she was treated like a terrorist and labeled a security threat, because of her concerns over sexualized posters in her daughter’s elementary school; how police departments across the country are losing officers in the wake of the “Defund the Police” movement – and what they’re doing to try to bring in new recruits; and CBN celebrates Pat Robertson’s 93rd birthday.

We talk with Christian Artist & first-time Author Tasha Layton about her new book. Get a look at the new film Shazam! Fury of the Gods. Plus, MMA Champion Beneil Dariush shares his story on being a servant & a savage.

Criminalizing conversion: a measure offered in the Israeli Knesset would make it a criminal offense to persuade anyone to convert to another religion- and the bill specifically targets Christians; CBN News Middle East Bureau Chief Chris Mitchell talks about the implications of the bill if it becomes law, and whether it’s likely to pass; as former President Trump awaits possible indictment, news on another case: a federal judge has found that the special counsel investigating Trump’s handling of classified documents has presented compelling evidence he broke the law; the 2023 Global Terrorism Index finds terrorist attacks declining in the West for now – but Americans and US interests overseas could still be at risk; singer/songwriter Tasha Layton talks to CBN’s Studio 5 about her new book, “Look What You’ve Done: The Lies We Believe & the Truth that Sets Us Free;” and the cherry blossoms hit their peak blooming days in Washington DC.

How five special red heifers, now in place in Israel, are part of an Old Testament ceremony and a process toward a third Jewish temple- which is mentioned in the Biblical prophecies of the last days; meeting of the minds in Moscow: China’s Xi Jinping visiting Vladimir Putin in a meeting that could have a serious global impact; a look at the controversial investing strategy of ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance), which critics say puts a liberal agenda ahead of the best investment returns- and how some Christians choose funds that promote the growth of God’s kingdom; Wyoming becomes the first state to ban abortion pills; psychiatrist Dr. Daniel Amen, author of “Change Your Brain Every Day,” talks to CBN’s Healthy Living program about steps people can take to improve their mental health; and the North Carolina home of Billy and Ruth Graham is now a haven for weary pastors and missionaries to relax and recharge.

Dr. Daniel Amen, Christian psychiatrist and author of Change Your Brain Every Day describes the simple daily practices that can strengthen our memory, improve our mood and deepen our relationships.

Revival events, called “Hope California,” planned throughout the Golden State, including in stadiums, and how churches are coming together to fulfill the vision for “Luke 4:18 gatherings;” a terrorist attack against a family in Samaria, as CBN will hold a live prayer event for Israel Tuesday, praying for peace in the Israel during the upcoming Islamic holy month of Ramadan; former President Trump says he expects to be indicted by New York County District Attorney Alvin Bragg in hush money case previously rejected by other government lawyers, as Republicans and legal analysts say the case is very weak; a look at the House Freedom Caucus, and what they hope to accomplish; how Christianity grew, then faded, and is now growing again in Ireland; and thousands of runners came from around the world to run in this year’s Jerusalem Marathon.

As Iranians flee their country, a Christian ministry welcomes them with the Gospel.

Freedom of Speech under fire after a prominent U.S. Judge was \"shouted down\" during a visit to California\'s Stanford law school. As Americans worry about what\'s next for the country\'s banks Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen was on Capitol Hill Thursday to take tough questions from lawmakers. A Federal judge pressed both sides in a hearing questioning FDA approval of an abortion drug. A life-or-death election. “That’s what pro-life organizations consider the battle for control of Wisconsin\'s Supreme court. Right now, conservative Judges hold a one seat majority that democrats are trying to win. The black voices movement\'s goal is to reach, empower and equip Black Millennial\'s and Gen Zs with the Gospel. It\'s important work when you consider statistics show only 1-percent of American missionaries are black. Climbing steep hills and navigating rocky paths: hiking in the holy land can be challenging. the tough terrain has made it nearly impossible for the disabled to enjoy all the sites Israel has to offer.

Deadly drugs flowing across the southern border: Republicans hold a field hearing in Texas (boycotted by Democrats) on the border crisis- which includes discussion of how Mexican cartels are flooding the US with drugs like fentanyl; praying high school football coach Joe Kennedy has been officially reinstated in his job in Washington state; Pentagon releases video of Russian jet encounter with US military drone; US Commission on International Religious Freedom investigates Russian persecution of Christians and religious minorities in Ukraine; religious discrimination case: CBN’s Global Lane spotlights Arizona Christian University’s claim of religious discrimination in a lawsuit after a local school district cuts ties, saying the University’s student teachers made LGBT students feel uncomfortable; Franklin Graham’s international disaster relief organization, Samaritan’s Purse, sent a state-of-the-art field hospital to the hardest-hit area in Turkey after the recent devastating earthquakes; and an upcoming Biblical movie, “His Only Son,” about Abraham sacrificing Isaac to God, makes crowdfunding history in a new way.

ChatGPT- an AI program you can have a conversation with- has quickly gained tens of millions of users, and it’s often very helpful - but analysts have pointed out it doesn’t always give true answers, while critics say it can be biased against conservatives and belief in God; major winter storm hits parts of the Northeast with heavy snow, while on the West Coast, parts of California are drenched with still more rain; can the Federal Reserve keep raising interest rates to fight inflation – which could cause more problems for the banking system?; CBN’s Studio 5 looks at a live-action stage show called “The Thorn,” about the life, death and resurrection of Jesus, which was recently a movie event – and there are plans to make it available to a wider audience; and a Louisiana revival which was planned for four days has now stretched out to three weeks, and one of those involved says the Asbury University revival played a role in helping it grow.

On this Special Edition of Studio 5 we share powerful life lessons from the film Creed III and sit down with Actor and first-time Director Michael B. Jordan, Actor Jonathan Majors, and Actress Tessa Thompson.

Swamped in California: more rain on the way in areas that have already been drenched by floods, while on the East Coast, a Nor’easter is set to bring up to 30 inches of snow; speaking for believers: Brent Leatherwood of the Southern Baptist Convention, who represents the denomination’s public policy arm in Washington DC, talks about how people of faith can influence policy makers; revival update: evangelist Nick Hall of Pulse ministry talks to CBN’s “The Prayer Link” about the revival movement spreading across the country; censoring conservatives: critics argue the British Global Disinformation Index is the latest attempt to silence conservative and libertarian speech; and the impact of the film “Jesus Revolution:” director Jon Erwin tells CBN’s Faithwire about the effect the movie has had on many viewers – with some getting baptized, praise and worship services and prayers in theaters after the movie, deliverance from addiction and more.