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During a Kitchen Dance Party, Foster Mom Hears Heartfelt Words: ‘I Miss My Other Daddy’

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"I felt the tug on my sleeve and looked down to find him standing motionless. His mouth was moving but I couldn’t make out his words. His quiet body in the noisy room caught me off guard. I bent down to find his voice."

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"My ‘friend’ said, ‘Come on, of all people, you should get why someone would want to abort a cleft baby.’ That shocked me. Why would he think that?"

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‘Relationship Was Special’—Carl Lentz Says He’s ‘Sad That I Broke That Trust’ With Justin Bieber

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‘Relationship Was Special’—Carl Lentz Says He’s ‘Sad That I Broke That Trust’ With Justin Bieber

During an interview with “Mighty Pursuit” last August, former Hillsong East Coast Pastor Carl Lentz shared his remorse for breaking the trust he had with Grammy Award-winning pop star Justin Bieber.

Lentz founded Hillsong East Coast and pastored the 10,000-person megachurch from 2010 to 2020. The church’s success propelled Lentz into the limelight across both the church world and the celebrity world. Lentz built friendships with Bieber, Selena Gomez, Vanessa Hudgens, Kylie Jenner, Kevin Durant, and Tyson Chandler.

In the fall of 2020, after being exposed for having an extramarital affair, Lentz was fired by Hillsong Church’s then-Global Senior Pastor Brian Houston for what Houston called “leadership issues and breaches of trust, plus a recent revelation of moral failures.”

Lentz famously discipled Bieber and baptized him. In fact, Lentz baptized Bieber in NBA Champion Tyson Chandler’s bathtub after the singer insisted he needed to be baptized immediately after accepting Jesus, and the pools the church used were inaccessible due to crowds hearing of Bieber’s whereabouts. Pastor Judah Smith was also with Lentz and Bieber.

Following his firing, the once prominent pastor figure managed to keep himself and his family out of the public eye before accepting a staff position at Mike Todd’s Transformation Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma, in March 2023. Lentz later launched a new podcast titled “Lights on With Carl Lentz” in the summer of 2024.

After being asked about the relationship he had with Bieber, Lentz was careful not to provide many details but shared how he failed Bieber and others.

Lentz said:

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How McDonald’s French Fries & Insane Courage Took Down the “Facebook Killer”

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How McDonald’s French Fries & Insane Courage Took Down the “Facebook Killer”

After shooting and killing 74-year-old Robert Godwin Sr., in Cleveland, on Easter Sunday 2017, Steve Stephens was on the run. He uploaded video footage of the act to his personal Facebook page, which quickly gained national attention and led to a multi-state manhunt for the ruthless murderer.

Police had released multiple photos of Stephens’ car, and there was a $50,000 reward for information leading to his arrest. But as of Tuesday morning, there had been few helpful tips, and the suspect remained at large. That is—until Stephens decided to stop at a McDonald’s drive-thru in Erie, Pennsylvania, around 11 a.m. on Tuesday morning.

For nearly three days, his face had been plastered across the news, and after ordering a 20-piece McNuggets, one of the employees recognized the man on the run.

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That’s when the employees risked their own safety to alert authorities. Stephens was believed to be armed and dangerous. In the video he’d posted to Facebook, he claimed to have killed 15 people, and said he was a “monster.”

After recognizing him and alerting authorities, the quick-thinking McDonald’s employees intentionally delayed Stephens’ fries—essentially holding them captive for as long as possible.

In a press conference on Tuesday afternoon, Chief Calvin D. Williams of the Cleveland Police Department said Pennsylvania State Police received the employees’ tip that Stephens’ white Ford Fusion was in the McDonald’s parking lot. Following his exit to the main road, state troopers attempted to pull him over, but the suspect did not cooperate.

After a short pursuit, Stephens finally pulled off to the side of the road, where he shot himself and died on scene.

A tragic end to a completely horrific story. But the courage of these brave McDonald’s employees is admirable, and there’s no doubt that they protected others in their community by boldly stepping out and alerting police.

After learning of their father’s murder, the Godwin children extended forgiveness and grace that goes beyond all comprehension. In an interview with Anderson Cooper, Godwin’s daughter Tonya told the reporter that the family has forgiven him, and they want to “just wrap him in their arms.” Beyond that, they publicly shared their heartbreak for Stephens’ family—his mother, girlfriend and children who also lost a family member on Tuesday.

Let their words encourage you to extend grace and forgiveness today:

‘Does Anyone Want the Child?’ A Foster Mom’s Viral Plea for Compassion

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‘Does Anyone Want the Child?’ A Foster Mom’s Viral Plea for Compassion

More than 400,000 children in the U.S. are unwillingly members of the foster care system.

It is said that if just ONE family in every single church across America agreed to take in ONE foster child, there would be nobody left in the system.

Think about that for a minute. How many families do you have at your church? How many churches do you have in your town? It would take just ONE of those families from each of those churches to close what seems like an impossible revolving door.

In the grand scheme of things, that sounds like one of the more simple tasks the church could take on. But we’re not.

Sarah and her husband learned of the overwhelming foster care needs while researching adoption options. “Once you see that need you can’t unsee it,” she told Scary Mommy. “You see the faces and hear the voices of children in your town needing safety and stability and love. And it starts consuming your thoughts.”

Photo courtesy of Facebook: @FosterYourHeartOut

So Sarah did something about it. Her family of four became certified and took in their first foster child—a teenage boy she calls “C.”

Two weeks ago, C was scheduled for his first court hearing since being placed with Sarah’s family. She shared her experience in a post on Facebook, which quickly went viral:

“Court today. I had to keep my hand on something because it was shaking.”

Photo courtesy of Facebook: @FosterYourHeartOut

“They all spoke like it was a legal procedure and nothing more. No compassion. ‘Does anyone want the child? Are you sure? Nobody? Ok, we will be back in a few weeks and finish paperwork.’”

For Sarah, C is a part of her family’s hearts, their home and their family as a whole. Her heart broke as her foster son sat beside her.

“Meanwhile said ‘child’ is a boy I care very much about. A boy sitting next to me hearing every word. A boy who is trying to wipe away the hot tear rolling down his cheek.”

Sarah continues her post with the honest and often ugly parts of foster care—and it’s not what you might expect.

For her, the ugly parts aren’t housing a child, loving them like your own and then potentially having to say goodbye. The ugly parts are things like this court hearing, and the ways we as a society are failing a massive chunk of our population:

“We ask them to act like respectful members of society. But we drop them off at strangers homes with everything they own in trash bags and then have them sit through a court hearing that would shake any adult. They have to hear nobody wants them or the few people that might are not fit. Then we drop them off at school to handle these emotions. And shake our heads when they are expelled again. We tell them to stay out of trouble and label them as bad kids for outbursts of anger and frustration.”

As if her words didn’t shake us all to our core, she ended the post with this zinger:

“Why are our juvenile jails full? Because our custody court rooms are empty.”

Sarah left the court that day and took C home. He was placed with a new family just a few days later.

The mother of two said family and friends had warned her early on in the foster care journey “not to get attached.” But Sarah has learned just as quickly how important it is to do just the opposite.

“These kids need attachment. If they had healthy attachment, they wouldn’t be in foster care to begin with.”

She continues:

“I don’t know how long I’m going to have with them, so I’m not going to hold back my love for a single second.”

We as the church have a responsibility to love on and care for the lost—that includes those in foster care. You don’t have to become a foster parent to make a difference in a child’s life. Sarah says the best way to help is by donating your time or supplies to families of foster children:

“Drop off dinner, bring over a case of granola bars, drop off a case of toilet paper, baby wipes and paper towels because you know a mama never has too much of any of that.”

As for those select few who are holding back from taking their next step in fostering children, Sarah breaks it down real simple:

“These kids need you. They need your small, messy house. They need your busy life and your fruit snacks. They need to hear your terrible singing voice in the car. They need to see you right where you are.”

Sarah and her family are currently preparing for their next set of foster children—just a few more souls who desperately need to be loved on.

Photo courtesy of Facebook: @FosterYourHeartOut

What I Realized the Day I Finally Got “Skinny Enough”

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What I Realized the Day I Finally Got “Skinny Enough”

I loved to dance when I was little, but I eventually stopped taking lessons. I was tired of always being the biggest one, needing the biggest costume, sucking in my stomach, hoping something would fit.

I wanted to look like my mother and grandmother—small, dark-haired, fine-boned, like blackbirds or Russian princesses. Instead, I looked like a Dutch peasant from a Brueghel painting. I looked like I belonged in a Beef: It’s What’s for Dinner commercial, and all I wanted was to be a fine, black-winged bird.

Growing Up Feeling “Too Big”

Some of my most painful memories involve trying to find something to wear. As a chubby adolescent, I was always between sizes. I ended up in cobbled-together outfits, held together with safety pins, feeling like an impostor.

Shopping was a nightmare, made worse by my size-two mother who would say, “Hmmm… is that a little tight?” Every time. Yes, Mom. Everything I’ve ever tried on has been a little tight. My whole life feels a little tight.

Being too big was a liability. It made me an outsider. And it certainly didn’t help my dating life.

I heard the fateful phrases a thousand times:
“You’re just like a sister.”
“You’re not the kind of girl guys date—you’re the kind of girl they marry.”

Which, now that I am married, is a compliment. But when you’re fifteen and just want to get asked to homecoming, being “marriage material” is as thrilling as having a “good personality.” Who wants a good personality when you could have a cute butt?

The Lie I Believed About My Body

Birthdays were especially hard. Each year, I thought, This time, by this birthday, I’ll be my new self. But I never was.

I’d have a moment alone at my party—blinded by sadness—knowing I’d drag the same shame into another year. And yet, hope would resurface: This is the year. This one.

I shopped defensively, hiding behind the “right” clothes. I watched my friends shop for fun—it was as foreign to me as breathing underwater.

I had pages torn from J.Crew catalogs, filled with the clothes I’d buy once I was thin. I knew life would be easier then. But that life never came.

Mother Delivers Baby 2 Weeks Early for Her Dying Husband

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Mother Delivers Baby 2 Weeks Early for Her Dying Husband

A Texas woman delivered her baby 2 weeks early so her dying husband could meet and hold the child before he passed.

Meet the Family Whose Baby Came 2 Weeks Early

Mark Aulger was 52 years old when he learned that after eight months of chemotherapy, he was cancer-free. That Christmas, he and his family of six celebrated and looked to the new year with hope, especially when they found out that Diane, Mark’s wife was pregnant with his fifth child. In that moment everything seemed to be looking up and Mark and the rest of the Aulger family believed they were getting a fresh start.

Sadly, on January 3 of the next year, Mark learned that the side effects from the chemotherapy had been detrimental to his lungs, after he rushed to the hospital complaining of difficulty with breathing. His diagnosis: pulmonary fibrosis.

Hopeful that Mark could overcome this health issue after beating cancer, he sought treatment right away.

Diane said, “We thought he could get on steroid treatment and oxygen and live for years,” explaining their initial reaction.

However, after a couple weeks, doctors told the family that the steroid treatment and oxygen could not sustain him—that Mark only had one week to live.

That’s when the doctor brought up a question with Diane.

“When are you going to have this baby?” the doctor said to her.

That’s when she decided nearly on the spot that she would deliver the baby early so Mark and his youngest baby girl could spend some time together.

On January 18, just 15 days after Mark went to the hospital with difficulty breathing, doctors induced labor and she had the baby 2 weeks early, in the same hospital room with her dying husband.

They named her Savannah, and Mark was able to hold his baby.

“The day she was born his oxygen levels were really high,” Diane said of her dying husband. “He held her for 45 minutes. Him and I just cried the whole time.”

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Mark cherished the time with his daughter, reportedly wanting to show her as much love as he could…

Nearing the 1-Year Anniversary of the Death of Mark Wahlberg’s Mom, Mark and His Siblings Credit Her for Their Faith

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Nearing the 1-Year Anniversary of the Death of Mark Wahlberg’s Mom, Mark and His Siblings Credit Her for Their Faith

In April of 2021, Mark Wahlberg’s mom went to be with Jesus at the age of 78, after a battle with dementia. But her legacy lives on through her children and the many others she impacted with her faith.

Mark Wahlberg’s Mom Built a Bond to Last

Just this month, Mark Wahlberg shared a post on Facebook to honor his mother and show the love he continues to hold for her nearly a year after her death. In the post, Mark stands in one of his Wahlbergers Restaurants, looking at a photo of his mother with himself and two of his brothers, Paul Wahlberg and Donnie Wahlberg.

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One commenter with knowledge of the family shared, “Your Mother was such a great SPIRIT she made us laugh!!!! She loved you and your brothers sister to it showed so brightly!!! Her smile lite up the whole place!! Would have loved to met her in person. GOD BLESS!!! PEACE BE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY!!! SENDING LOVE!!!”

It was well-known that Mark Wahlberg’s mom had maintained strong bonds with her children, even as many of them stepped into fame and travelled all over the world. But she encouraged them to remain grounded, as she pointed them to a faith in Jesus, and remained a safe haven for them to call anytime. In fact, the phrase, “Call your mother,” was her key saying to her children.

In an interview on the Today show, she said, “Mark calls me from all over the world. Every single day. I don’t care if it’s 3 o’clock in the morning!” She also explained that the conversation did not have to be long. She just wanted them to stay in touch. And Mark was the best at that, according to his mother.

Watch her talk about it in her interview with the Today show:

After her passing, Mark Wahlberg talked about those calls and how much they meant to him. He said, “It was always the first phone call that I made every single day for the last 10 years, was to my mom. And I don’t get to make that phone call anymore. And it’s heartbreaking. And that’s hard.”

Mark’s siblings offered similar sentiments after her passing…

‘I’ve Been Hiding Our Family’s Secret for Years’—Wife Opens Up About Husband’s PTSD in a Raw, Heartfelt Post

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‘I’ve Been Hiding Our Family’s Secret for Years’—Wife Opens Up About Husband’s PTSD in a Raw, Heartfelt Post

Mental health. Mental illness.

This is extremely hard to write but I want to use my platform to reach others and will continue to be fully transparent. My life has been an open book, except I’ve been hiding our families “secret” for the past few years. I have been silent about something that impacts our daily life: my husband has severe and debilitating PTSD.

Masking our smiles. Faking ok. A complete nightmare.

I am so sick of living in fear.

Ty is a combat vet and has been a police officer of 10+ years. We have been best friends since high school and I was so excited to marry him and start our lives together. We knew I was going to stay at home to raise our family and we added our beautiful girls one by one.

While we were dating, he worked as a cop. After we got married, he landed his dream job: SWAT team. He was determined to make it on the entry team and was quickly selected because of his expertise in tactics and firsthand experience from Iraq. He is brilliant and exceptionally good at what he does.

Then, the shifts began. 24/7 on-call. And I started noticing dramatic changes.

  • Irritability and constant edginess
  • Night terrors and panic attacks
  • Dry heaving and vomiting before callouts
  • Shaking, sweating, and trouble breathing
  • Withdrawing from family
  • Texting me during callouts for reassurance that he wasn’t dying

The trauma he was experiencing reignited dormant PTSD symptoms from combat.

The Breaking Point

A police officer was murdered on duty, and Ty was gone for days hunting for his killers. Except, it turned out that the officer had faked his own murder and died by suicide.

Something inside Ty shattered.

We had to make a choice:

  1. Keep his job but risk losing him altogether.
  2. Find a way out and save our family.

We couldn’t tell anyone what was happening because of the stigma. His job—our family’s livelihood—depended on secrecy.

We made up an excuse: I told his boss that MY postpartum depression was so severe that he needed to be home more. I didn’t care what they thought of me as long as it saved him.

“I Didn’t Want to Die. Tears Rolled Down My Cheeks as the Fear Consumed Me”: Woman Who Battled Anxiety, Anorexia & Addiction Finds Hope and Healing

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“I Didn’t Want to Die. Tears Rolled Down My Cheeks as the Fear Consumed Me”: Woman Who Battled Anxiety, Anorexia & Addiction Finds Hope and Healing

As I moved from room to room of my childhood home, the pictures my Mom had scattered on the shelves and walls over the years caught my attention in a way they never had. There were photos of me in youth sports, school pictures, my senior portraits, and decades worth of family celebrations and vacations – all of which I had seen thousands of times. But, for some reason, on this particular day, I noticed something very different about them. Something was missing.

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Before I get to what that was, allow me to take you back to the very beginning…

I grew up the second oldest of five children in a loud, traditional, Irish Catholic family. My parents believed strongly in praying, playing, and eating together. It was the glue that, despite hard times, kept us a unit. In our household, there was never a shortage of love, opinions, hands, or commotion.

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But, being a highly sensitive, introverted, middle child, I experienced everything around me in an exaggerated way. My thoughts and feelings contained an innate intensity that, as a young girl, I didn’t know how to turn off. I felt anxious in a room of noise, scared of confrontation, exhausted by emotional stimulation, and overwhelmed by social situations. Most of my family members were extroverted and didn’t seem to be rattled by the things and situations that left me feeling distressed, frightened, and unsafe.

As a result, the belief that ‘something was wrong with me’ cemented itself as the foundation of my very impressionable psyche. This manifested into full-blown anxiety by the time I was six years old. I would beg and plead with my parents to not make me leave the house or be forced to do something like a sleepover at a friend’s house or go to swimming lessons. I felt different. But I didn’t want to be different. I wanted to be like them. I so desperately wanted to feel like I ‘fit-in.’ And so, my disappearing act was born.

“It’s Not Easy”: An Honest Letter to My Husband on Valentine’s Day

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“It’s Not Easy”: An Honest Letter to My Husband on Valentine’s Day

Dear Husband,

Here we are, [24] times we have celebrated Valentine’s Day. How far we have come and how deeply we have learned to love. When I say love, I mean the kind of love that endures storms and deserts and valleys. We have learned to love by giving instead of taking. This didn’t come naturally to us, but I think we are finally getting it.

It’s not easy, loving a person even through their most trying moments. We were basically strangers when we exchanged our vows but isn’t everyone? It takes years to break past the walls and really see a person for who they are. In ways, I feel like I am just lately really getting to know you. I can safely say, I love you for who you are, and who you will one day be.

Not long ago, you gave me a card dear husband. Inside you wrote a quote by Mother Theresa that said:

“I have found the paradox, that if you love until it hurts, there can be no more hurt, only more love.”

It’s true, isn’t it? To love past the hurt brings amazing depths of love. I am glad we have found this secret. Thank you for deciding that no matter what, we were going to figure this thing out. I appreciate your determination. I can’t express how much it causes me to admire you. It takes a real man to stand and fight for something that he can’t fully see. To fight for what might be, rather than what is.

C.S. Lewis pretty much summed it up:

“To love at all is to be vulnerable. Love anything and your heart will be wrung and possibly broken. If you want to make sure of keeping it intact you must give it to no one, not even an animal. Wrap it carefully round with hobbies and little luxuries; avoid all entanglements. Lock it up safe in the casket or coffin of your selfishness. But in that casket, safe, dark, motionless, airless, it will change. It will not be broken; it will become unbreakable, impenetrable, irredeemable. To love is to be vulnerable.”

It is tempting to hold tightly to our own hearts and not let anyone touch them for fear of them getting split to pieces. But that is a selfish and lonely path. I want to be vulnerable with you because that is where the miracles take place. Stepping out in faith, and falling right off the edge together. It feels scary at times, but at least I am falling with and for you.

Sure, we have had some dark times my dear husband. But we have had beautiful times too. The best part of this journey with you is seeing the changes take place. The sparks of hope keep us going. You suddenly are more patient, and I am more thoughtful. Imagine THAT. We find ourselves feeling just plain happy, and we know that we have rounded another bend.

That is the best thing about true love — it’s God ordained. And God is never content for us to stay the same. He brings us forward. He uses difficulty and turmoil and weaknesses and he changes us. We look back and we see His hand and we realize that things are different because of His tender mercy. We can rest knowing that He won’t let us stay the same. During the dry spells, this keeps us going. We know the rain will come again.

I am glad I bumped into you so long ago. I am glad we didn’t listen when they said we were too young. I am glad we didn’t listen when they said we didn’t need so many kids. I am glad we didn’t listen when they said we were too broken to fix things. In the middle of the chaos and confusion, one voice rang true, and that is the voice of our Lord, bringing — sometimes dragging — us through to the other side.

And now, my dear husband after all of these years, we have decided to put enough things aside to become good friends. I’m glad we caught on because I have a blast with you when we are able to just relax. We do still enjoy each other! We are still people, not just parents! Phew.

Thank you for being brave with me and chasing true love. Hollywood can keep their version. I want our love, the kind that is wrapped in the Gospel and keeps giving long after we are no longer in the mood to do so. I love the journey of us. And I can’t wait to walk all of the rest of my steps with you.

Happy Valentine’s Day…
Your Wife

Jimmy Carter: A Life of Faith, Service, and Legacy

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Jimmy Carter: A Life of Faith, Service, and Legacy

Jimmy Carter, the 39th President of the United States and winner of the 2002 Nobel Peace Prize, died peacefully Sunday, Dec. 29, at his home in Plains, Georgia, surrounded by his family. He was 100, the longest-lived president in U.S. history.

Jimmy Carter’s life has long been a testament to the values of compassion, peace, and integrity, deeply rooted in his Christian faith and humanitarian work. His faith influenced significant decisions during his presidency, such as his emphasis on human rights in foreign policy, which shaped agreements like the Camp David Accords and his efforts to establish diplomatic relations with China. These actions reflected his belief in justice and the moral responsibility of leadership. Born on October 1, 1924, in Plains, Georgia, Carter’s legacy reflects his commitment to service, his dedication to faith, and his efforts to make the world a better place.

Early Life and Career of Jimmy Carter

Raised in a devout Christian family, Jimmy Carter’s faith was a cornerstone of his existence from an early age. The Carter family were active members of the Baptist Church, where young Jimmy absorbed the teachings that would guide him throughout his life. His early years were marked by a humble upbringing on a peanut farm, where he learned the virtues of hard work, fairness, and the importance of community.

After graduating from the United States Naval Academy in 1946, Carter embarked on a naval career, which he ultimately left to return to Plains and take over the family business. It was during this period that his political aspirations began to take shape, spurred by his desire to contribute to society and influenced by his strong moral compass.

Presidency (1977-1981)

Jimmy Carter’s presidency, from 1977 to 1981, was characterized by significant achievements and formidable challenges. His administration focused on human rights, energy conservation, and peacekeeping on a global scale. Carter’s Christian faith played a pivotal role in his approach to governance, guiding his efforts to broker peace, as seen in the historic Camp David Accords, and his commitment to humanitarian causes.

Christian Faith

Carter’s faith was not just a personal creed but a driving force behind his extensive post-presidential humanitarian efforts. His lifelong dedication to teaching Sunday school at his local Baptist church, even during his presidency, underscores the depth of his commitment to his faith. Carter’s Christianity informed his views on justice, equality, and the dignity of all human beings, principles that he applied both in office and in his later work with The Carter Center.

Humanitarian Work and Advocacy

After leaving the presidency, Jimmy Carter’s commitment to service found new expression in his humanitarian work, most notably through The Carter Center, founded in 1982. The Center has been instrumental in addressing international conflicts, promoting democracy, and fighting diseases across the globe.

Carter’s faith, with its emphasis on peace, compassion, and equity, has been at the heart of these efforts. His work in eradicating Guinea worm disease, a debilitating parasite affecting some of the world’s poorest communities, is particularly notable. This endeavor reflects his belief in the Christian doctrine of serving the least among us, showcasing how faith can translate into transformative global health initiatives. In 2002, Carter was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize “for his decades of untiring effort to find peaceful solutions to international conflicts, to advance democracy and human rights, and to promote economic and social development.”

Carter’s advocacy for peace and human rights also exemplified his faith in action. He was involved in various peacekeeping missions and efforts to secure human rights, earning widespread admiration for his tireless dedication to these causes.

Final Years and Legacy

In early 2023, the Carter family announced that the former president would be entering hospice care, focusing on comfort and quality of life. This decision brought his life and legacy back into public attention, with an outpouring of support and admiration from people around the world.

As he passed away peacefully at the age of 100, Jimmy Carter’s legacy remains multifaceted, marked by his achievements in office, his post-presidential humanitarian work, and his deep, unwavering Christian faith. His life exemplifies how deeply held beliefs can inspire a lifetime of service to others.

Jimmy Carter’s life journey—from the plains of Georgia to the global stage, from the presidency to humanitarian work—has been guided by his Christian faith. His legacy serves as a testament to the power of living a faith-driven life, challenging future generations to consider how their beliefs can shape their actions and the world around them. Reflecting on Carter’s life, it becomes clear that his faith was not just a personal matter but a catalyst for change, making a profound impact on the world.

Christians Watch Man Slap Paint on Canvas—When He Turns it Upside Down, Straight Chills!

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Christians Watch Man Slap Paint on Canvas—When He Turns it Upside Down, Straight Chills!

David Garibaldi has wowed the world with his unparalleled style of speed performance painting.

From Marilyn Monroe to Bruce Lee, Garibaldi has painted countless culture icons and celebrities, transforming an empty canvas into breathtaking beauty in a matter of minutes.


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“His show Rhythm and Hue is a music and color experience,” his website attests, adding that his “large pop portraits explode together on stage in minutes to music. Paint, sound and entertainment collide for an entertaining show that has brought people around the world to their feet.”


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Beyond creating beautiful works of art, this passionate philanthropist and go-getter has also accomplished his goal of raising $1 million for charity by age 30.

While Garibaldi is known for painting primarily secular figures, in one particular performance, he wowed a Christian audience at the Radio City Music Hall with a captivating canvas of Jesus wearing a crown of thorns.

It was unclear what image Garibaldi was creating at first, as he rhythmically alternated between dancing and slashing paint strokes to the tune of David Crowder’s “The Glory of It All.” But two minutes later, he swooped the oversized board up into the air—inverting its stance—to reveal a masterfully constructed image of Christ that left the audience gasping at its glory.

Watch Garibaldi’s stunning transition from plain canvas to a majestic portrait of our Savior in the powerful performance below. 

Lauren Daigle Returns to the ‘American Idol’ Stage That Rejected Her to Sing Multi-Platinum Hit “Look Up, Child”

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Lauren Daigle Returns to the ‘American Idol’ Stage That Rejected Her to Sing Multi-Platinum Hit “Look Up, Child”

Twenty-nine-year-old singer Lauren Daigle continues to command the attention off audiences in the secular and Christian music scenes alike. After placing third on the Billboard 200 chart in 2018, ahead of huge names like Ariana Grande, Nicki Minaj, and Drake, the artist has been on everybody’s radar as she spreads the the Gospel to the churched and unchurched.

Christian Artist Lauren Daigle Took to the ‘American Idol’ Stage and Sang Christ’s Words to the World

That same year, Daigle claimed the top spot on the Christian charts AND the best sales week for a Christian album in nearly nine years with her release of “Look Up, Child.”

Her platforms have run the gamut from stages inside maximum security prison walls to the stages of Jimmy Fallon and Ellen.

On Monday night, the award-winning singer returned to American Idol to perform her hit song “Look Up, Child.” It was a particularly special moment for Daigle, who first appeared as a contestant on the show over a decade ago.

At the time, the hopeful 17-year-old was denied by the judges, but that didn’t stop her singing career from soaring to maximum heights. Her hit single, “You Say” set the record as the “longest-running number one song of any genre by topping the weekly Billboard Hot charts for a stunning 125 weeks.”

As a multi-platinum artist who’s already claimed two GRAMMY Awards in her young career, both the Christian and pop music genres expect to see big things from Daigle in the years to come.

Watch Lauren Daigle’s stunning American Idol performance below: 

She sang “Look Up Child,” a favorite Daigle hit for many fans. The authentic and poetic lyrics include:

Where are You nowWhen darkness seems to win?Where are You nowWhen the world is crumbling?
Oh I, I-I-I, I hear You sayI hear You say
Look up child, ayyLook up child, ayy
Where are You now (where are You?)When all I feel is doubt?Oh, where are You nowWhen I can’t figure it out?
You’re not threatened by the war
You’re not shaken by the storm
I know You’re in control
Even in our suffering
Even when it can’t be seen
I know You’re in control
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