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Christian Scientist Predicts Jesus Will Return in Three Weeks
A Christian computer scientist predicted that, based on her calculations and analysis of the 70 “sevens” prophecy mentioned in the book of Daniel, the return of Jesus to earth is imminent—and it won’t even reach 2017.

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Franklin Graham Criticizes Time for Calling Clinton an ‘American Moses’
Franklin Graham did not mince words as he criticized Time magazine for referring to Hillary Clinton as an “American Moses.” Meanwhile, Twitter users called out the magazine’s editors for “intentionally” depicting president-elect Donald Trump with “devil horns.”

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5,000 Suspected Drug Dealers in the Philippines Killed ‘Like Animals,’ Reports Say
True to the campaign promise of Philippines Pres. Rodrigo Duterte that many “drug addicts” will die if he should get elected, more than 5,000 suspected drug dealers have been killed in the country in less than five months since he sat in office.

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Ohio Passes Anti-Abortion ‘Heartbeat Bill,’ Lawmakers Empowered by New President
Ohio lawmakers passed Tuesday the anti-abortion “Heartbeat Bill” that bans abortion once a fetal heartbeat is detected, usually at six weeks into the pregnancy. The Senate inserted the “heartbeat bill” into another legislation, House Bill 493, which focuses on medical professionals’ reporting of child abuse.

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Two Christian Artists Face Jail Time for Refusing to Make Invitations for Same-Sex Wedding
Two Christian artists who create hand-painted invitations and cards could be facing jail time and heavy penalties for refusing to make invitations for same-sex weddings.

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Biopic ‘Hudson & Maria’ to Begin Filming in Malaysia This August, Recreating Iconic Missionary Faith Story
After 15 years of preparation, the historical biopic Hudson & Maria begins filming in Malaysia this August, telling the story of 19th-century missionaries who crossed cultural barriers to bring the Gospel to China.
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Freed After 266 Days: Zion Church Pastor Ezra Jin Unexpectedly Released to Reunite with Family in US
Pastor Ezra Jin was unexpectedly released after 268 days of detention and flown to the U.S. for a family reunion, following high-level diplomatic negotiations between the U.S. and China.
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Pastor Ezra Jin Speaks Out for First Time Since Release: ‘I’m Free. Now Pray for China!’
Released after 266 days of detention, Pastor Ezra Jin uses his Wall Street Journal op-ed to thank international supporters, advocate for imprisoned church members, and call for religious freedom in China.