| | Study: Most Americans think US moral compass is headed in the wrong direction | | Curated for you byCP Editors | | Good afternoon! It's Tuesday, March 22, and today's headlines include results from a new study on Americans' views on morality, details of Twitter's actions against CP over a tweet referring to Rachel Levine as a man, and an update on the number of casualties in the wake of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Remember to find us on Telegram for even more breaking news headlines. | | A study conducted by The Marist College Poll in partnership with Deseret News has revealed that 72% of Americans say the nation's moral compass is pointed in the wrong direction, with just 22% saying the country is headed the right way. The "Faith in America" survey also found that only 40% of respondents attend religious services at least once or twice a month—a sharp decline from the 52% who reported they regularly attended religious services in 2011. Survey results also revealed that around two-thirds of Americans do not think a person needs to be religious to live a moral life, with 54% of Christians responding the same. Continue reading. | | P.S. CP Magazine is here! This digital-only offering runs $19.99 annually but is FREE when you sign-up for a free Christian Post account. Sign-up to download your flipbook or PDF copy today. |
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| Twitter censors Christian Post over tweet | | Twitter has taken action against The Christian Post’s account in response to a tweet that said Rachel Levine, a trans-identified Biden official, is a man. The CP tweet in question read, "USA Today names Rachel Levine, a man, among its 'Women of the Year.'" The social media platform says that CP violated its policy against what it deems as "hateful conduct" by stating a biological fact, which CP is now appealing. Continue reading. | | Also of Interest... | | USA Today names Rachel Levine among its 'Women of the Year'Twitter suspends Christian magazine for saying Biden’s trans nominee is a man, not a womanTwitter suspends Republican congressman’s account for calling Rachel Levine a manTwitter suspends congresswoman for criticizing affirmation of 'men who pretend to be women' | | Ukraine accuses Russia of bombing 135 hospitals, shelters | | Ukraine’s First Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Emine Dzheppar says that Russian forces have bombed 135 hospitals since its invasion began on Feb. 24. There have also been reports of shelters housing civilians being bombed, including an art school sheltering around 400 civilians and a theater with more than 1,000 in the city of Mariupol. Some fear residents in the embattled city are being transported to "concentration and prisoner camps" in Russia. The United Nations reported on Monday that at least 925 civilians have been killed and another 1496 injured since Russia began its invasion of Ukraine. Continue reading. | | Liberty University car wins NASCAR race in Atlanta | | Liberty University-sponsored driver William Byron won NASCAR’s Folds of Honor QuikTrip 500 at Atlanta Motor Speedway Sunday, the third win of his career and the first of the season. Byron—a junior studying strategic communication—won the race after starting in the 12th position. He drove the No. 24 Liberty University Chevrolet for Hendrick Motorsports. Continue reading. |
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| Inhumane: Maryland bill allows killing babies up to 1 month after birth | | LifeSite News reported on March 7 that legislation was filed in the Maryland General Assembly, which would allow babies to be left to die up to 28 days after birth. Mark Creech writes, "No doubt, this legislation is meant to precede the possibility of Roe v. Wade being overturned by the U.S. Supreme Court as soon as June of this year. Senate Bill 669—Pregnant Person’s Freedom Act of 2022 was scheduled to be heard this week, but the Maryland General Assembly’s website says the hearing was canceled." Continue reading. | | Let’s not get morally confused about Russia and Ukraine | | Michael Brown writes about Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and why people should not let his past lead people to become "morally confused" about Russia's invasion of Ukraine. "[W]hat does this have to do with the slaughter of the people of Ukraine?" he asks. Continue reading. |
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| Even if it costs you everything, keep following Jesus. | | As believers around the world fight to share their faith amid today’s cancel culture, what is God’s message to the church? In his brand-new book Never Give Up, Dr. Michael Youssef echoes Paul’s final message to his beloved disciple Timothy—a timeless battle cry that will help you experience encouragement and know triumph in the midst of doubt, discouragement, and despair. | | Request your copy today for your gift of any amount, and you’ll also receive 2 FREE BONUS RESOURCES: The 4 Ways to Leave a Spiritual Legacy Action Guide and the 10 Promises for Hard Times Bookmark. | |
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| Ukrainian Orthodox Christians confident in a 'brighter' future amid Russian invasion | | Ukrainian Orthodox Christians gathered at a bazaar held by Saint Andrew Ukrainian Orthodox Cathedral in Colesville, Md., a suburb of Washington, D.C., to raise money for Ukrainians fleeing their war-torn country. They expressed optimism that "Ukraine will prevail" and spoke about how their congregation has grown since the Russian invasion began in late February. "Our life is not only metaphysical. We are Christians and … we are spiritual beings. We are pursuing metaphysical relationships, but [a] metaphysical relationship with God alone is not sufficient,” the church's priest, Father Volodymyr Steliac, told The Christian Post, adding that the congregation will "do everything we can to support refugees and support our brothers and sisters from Ukraine.” Continue reading. |
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| WATCH: For King & Country's Smallbone talks social issues | In this interview with The Christian Post, Luke Smallbone, one-half of the Grammy Award-winning duo For King & Country, discusses the pair's latest album—"What Are We Waiting For?"—and why he hopes the collection of songs will call people to action on personal issues that often become social issues. Smallbone reflects upon how the pandemic and social media have negatively influenced relationships, saying, “I remember seeing posts on social media of people saying, 'Well, if you don't do this, and then you're this and then that, we've known each other for 15 years, I'm no longer your friend anymore.' I was like, 'What are we doing? Are we in elementary school here?'" Watch now.In Case You Missed It ...Bieber declares God has wife ‘in palm of His hands’ following health scareHouston: Hillsong Church not built on ‘any one person' | | | | | Thank you for spending part of your day with us. We look forward to seeing you again tomorrow! -- CP Editors |
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