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President Donald Trump has canceled the Pentagon’s plan to livestream the December 3rd execution of Nidal Hasan, the former Army psychiatrist convicted of killing 13 people and wounding 32 others at Fort Hood in 2009. In a Thursday post on Truth Social, Trump confirmed Hasan would still die by firing squad but clarified, “This event will not be streamed.” He cited concerns that broadcasting the execution might have served as a deterrent, but acknowledged that many people “would rather not watch him die, through streaming, or through any other visual device.” The decision follows intense backlash from religious and civil rights groups. The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops called the plan a “barbaric promotion of a culture of death,” while Family Research Council president Tony Perkins warned that turning executions into public spectacles risks devaluing human life. Meanwhile, evangelical leaders like Robert Jeffress and Franklin Graham defended the execution as a matter of justice, citing biblical support. Political commentator Tucker Carlson, however, opposed the livestream, drawing on a 19th-century letter from Charles Dickens, who described public executions as inciting “bloodlust” and degrading the dignity of onlookers.
https://www.christianpost.com/news/trump-cancels-planned-livestream-of-nidal-hasan-execution.html
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Henry Hastings, former U.S. Army Green Beret and Dallas Theological Seminary graduate, has stirred conversation with his new book, *UnRedacted: Awakening to the Life God Actually Intended*. After more than two decades as a cessationist—believing spiritual gifts like tongues and prophecy ended with the apostles—Hastings now identifies as a continuationist, arguing that the Holy Spirit's gifts remain active today. He says he underwent a profound theological shift after encountering experiences that defied his long-held beliefs. In a candid reflection, Hastings states, “I had to ask: Was I going to interpret my experiences through my theology, or was I willing to go back to Scripture and ask whether my theology had adequately accounted for everything the Bible actually says?” He points to Ephesians 4 and 1 Corinthians 12–14 as passages Evangelicals have "functionally redacted," overlooking the biblical call for apostles, prophets, and spiritual gifts. Hastings warns against both extremes—rejecting the gifts entirely and falling into the excesses of movements like the New Apostolic Reformation. He insists, “The gifts are not the goal; Jesus is.” He also shares his own moral failure and journey of restoration, emphasizing that true repentance leads not to automatic reinstatement in leadership, but to healing, accountability, and a deeper identity in Christ. Ultimately, Hastings calls for a return to Scripture, where he believes the fullness of the Kingdom, empowered by the Spirit, is not a fringe experience, but the life God intended.
https://www.christianpost.com/books/unredacted-author-says-evangelicals-overlook-parts-of-scripture.html
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In a landmark move, the Everett Public Schools district in Washington has formally apologized to LifeWise Academy, a Christian nonprofit that provides off-campus Bible education for public school students. The apology follows a legal battle over the group’s access to school events and materials, with district officials acknowledging that their policies caused "frustration and difficulty" for students and families. The settlement includes $275,000 in legal fees, revised policies ensuring religious groups receive the same access as nonreligious ones, and mandatory religious liberty training for board members. Superintendent Ian Saltzman and the school board issued a statement admitting fault, calling past comments about LifeWise "offensive and hurtful." First Liberty Institute, which represented LifeWise, hailed the case as a victory against religious discrimination. LifeWise CEO Joel Penton called it a "victory" for families seeking "the freedom to choose Bible education for their children." The decision stems from a federal court order by Judge Lauren King, who ruled the district engaged in viewpoint discrimination by restricting LifeWise’s participation in school fairs and flyer displays.
https://www.christianpost.com/news/washington-school-district-apologizes-to-bible-education-program.html
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Two Christian therapists, Thomas Dierks and a client known only as John Doe, have filed a federal lawsuit against the city of Lincoln, Nebraska, challenging an ordinance that bans so-called conversion therapy for LGBT-identified minors. The lawsuit argues the law violates the First Amendment by restricting therapists’ free speech and is unconstitutionally vague under the 14th Amendment. The complaint states that therapists have helped clients achieve "great improvements in relationships, personal stability, and happiness" through open dialogue. The ordinance threatens severe penalties, including up to six months in jail, substantial fines, and loss of professional licenses. The legal battle echoes a 2026 U.S. Supreme Court ruling in *Chiles v. Salazar*, which struck down Colorado’s similar ban, emphasizing that government cannot censor counseling based on viewpoint. Legal advocates, including Matt Heffron of the Thomas More Society, assert that when a child seeks help, the government must not block trusted adults from offering guidance. “The Supreme Court made clear that the government cannot censor a counselor’s words because it disapproves of the viewpoint they express,” Heffron stated. The case raises critical questions about religious freedom, mental health care, and government overreach in private therapeutic settings.
https://www.christianpost.com/news/christian-therapists-sue-nebraska-city-over-therapy-ban.html
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In a move sparking national debate, the York County Library Board in South Carolina has overruled library staff and removed four books from the teen section, citing sexually explicit content and promotion of LGBT ideology. The board voted 6-1 to move *19 Love Songs* by David Levithan, which includes explicit scenes between two men, including the line, “suddenly the clothes are coming off, the need is overpowering.” Another book, *The Poet X* by Elizabeth Acevedo, drew scrutiny for passages describing intimate encounters, including, “I press my lips to his. His mouth is soft against mine.” The board also voted to relocate *When Aidan Becomes a Brother* and *Sold*, the latter containing graphic depictions of sexual violence, including, “he thrusts his tongue into my mouth” and “I am torn into.” The board’s decision overrides staff recommendations to keep the books in the teen section, highlighting a growing cultural divide over youth literature and content boundaries.
https://www.christianpost.com/news/sc-library-board-removes-explicit-books-from-teen-section.html
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A viral moment unfolded at Central United Methodist Church in Fayetteville, Arkansas, where the church choir stunned worshippers and social media with a choral rendition of the Backstreet Boys’ 1999 hit, “I Want It That Way.” The performance, part of a sermon series on generational differences, was introduced by Rev. Virginia Brown, who described it as a “pretty awesome throwback jam” and a nostalgic nod to millennials. The Rev. Jennie Williams, the church’s senior pastor, defended the choice, saying, “The most important thing Jesus did in order to bring about salvation to the world is to become like us; to make the unknowable relatable.” The choir’s soulful, harmonized version quickly spread online, drawing both praise and criticism. Some social media users dismissed the move as irreverent, calling the church a “whitewashed tomb,” while others celebrated the creative approach to outreach. Amid ongoing fractures in the United Methodist Church, the performance stands as a bold example of blending faith with pop culture to reach younger generations and foster connection.
https://www.christianpost.com/news/umc-church-choir-sings-backstreet-boys-during-worship-service.html
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A Texas lawmaker is demanding a state investigation after multiple parents reported receiving unsolicited text messages promoting a transgender back-to-school toolkit. State Representative Jeff Leach, R-District 67, called on Attorney General Ken Paxton to look into the Transgender Education Network of Texas (TENT), alleging the group is helping families circumvent Senate Bill 12—the so-called "Parents Bill of Rights"—which bans discussions on gender identity and sexual orientation in K-12 schools. One parent, Tara McGraw from Plano, said her 14-year-old son received a message that read, “New school year, here’s your complete guide on bathrooms and beyond for trans kids at school,” followed by another urging, “Questions about gender-affirming care in Texas? Start here, you can get the care you need.” The toolkit, which includes resources on pronouns, bathrooms, and student clubs, was not officially authorized by TENT, which issued a statement denying any involvement. Leach warned that the messages may have violated privacy and data-security laws. The federal court previously issued a preliminary injunction blocking SB 12 in three Texas school districts, calling it unconstitutional.
https://www.christianpost.com/news/parents-report-text-messages-promoting-transgender-toolkit.html