"Decreeing the Word of God Over the News of the Day"
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THE GOOD NEWS CORNER
Detransitioner’s Warning: ‘False Hope,’ Lies and Chaos
Prisha Mosley’s detransition journey has been a harrowing ordeal — one she is openly sharing to help others facing similar struggles. “It’s important to me to be able to share the truth,” Mosley told CBN News. “There really was no one to let us know that it was a lie and a scam when I was going through this. So, I really feel like I’m helping people.”
She said her own journey with gender confusion began when she was 15 years old and “discovered the trans community online.” Mosley had already joined another group where members encouraged one another not to eat — but she was suddenly enveloped into the trans community. She came to embrace the idea that she was “born in entirely the wrong body and needed medicine for it.” (Faithwire) Watch Interview Here
- Father, we are grateful for powerful testimonies from those who have suffered because of sexual transitioning. May this story be heard across our nation to help others who’ve also struggled with gender dysphoria. We pray for revelation of truth, that each may realize they are fearfully and wonderfully made by God who loves them. Remove the spirit of confusion and bring Your hope, healing and protection upon the minds and hearts of our children and young adults, so they may know true LOVE and JOY found in Jesus Christ! We pray this in Yeshua's mighty Name, Amen and Amen.
- "Then you will know the truth and the truth will set you free." (John 8:32)
TODAY'S TOP STORY
Biden battling 'most aggressive type' of prostate cancer with bone metastasis, medical expert says
Former President Joe Biden was diagnosed with an "aggressive form" of prostate cancer that has a five-year survival rate of between 30% and 40%.
The former president's prostate cancer is characterized by a Gleason score of 9 and Grade Group 5 with bone metastasis, indicating that it is "pretty far advanced," Fox News senior medical analyst Dr. Marc Siegel said on ‘Fox Report.’
"It’s the most aggressive type," Siegel said. "That means it has the highest risk of spread — which obviously he has had."
Biden is also presenting with urinary symptoms, which is another sign that the cancer is advanced. Prostate cancer often presents as asymptomatic in its early stages, he said. (Fox News) Read more.
- Lord God we pray for Joe Biden and his family. We pray that they would all turn to you Lord, humble themselves, and choose to serve You and heaven's agenda. In Jesus' name, amen.
- “Whoever exalts himself shall be humbled; and whoever humbles himself shall be exalted.” (Matthew 23:12)
TOP STORY 2
NTSB launches 'go-team' of specialized investigators after Brooklyn Bridge struck by Mexican navy ship
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) announced Sunday it was launching a "go-team" to the Brooklyn Bridge after a Mexican navy sailing ship crashed into the New York City landmark, killing at least two people aboard.
The U.S. government agency tasked with investigating major transportation accidents did not initially offer more information about the "go-team" deploying to Saturday's bridge strike but said updates would soon follow.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams, whose last update on the crash came around midnight, said the Mexican navy tall ship Cuauhtémoc "lost power and crashed into the Brooklyn Bridge."
"At this time, of the 277 on board, 19 sustained injuries, 2 of which remain in critical condition, and 2 more have sadly passed away from their injuries," the mayor wrote on X at 12:18 a.m. (Fox News) Read more here.
- Lord God we pray for the NTSB and New York City Mayor Eric Adams, that you would give them all wisdom about how to handle this tragedy. We pray for those who lost loved ones, that you would comfort them, Lord, in their time of grief. In Jesus' name we offer this prayer, amen.
- “Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.” (Psalm 23:4)
TOP STORY 3
Israel optimistic Hamas military leader Mohammed Sinwar was killed in massive Khan Younis strike
The Israeli security establishment is optimistic that Mohammed Sinwar, the younger brother of slain Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, was eliminated during the massive bombardment of an underground facility in Khan Younis, southern Gaza, on Tuesday evening.
Following the strike, Israel Defense Forces identified two rocket launches at Ashkelon and one at Sderot. Air defenses intercepted two rockets and the third landed in open areas, the military said.
The Palestinian Islamic Jihad (PIJ) terror group took responsibility for the first rocket fire from Gaza since April 13. Since the resumption of fighting, 30 rockets have been launched at Israel from the Gaza Strip.
The reaction to the possible assassination of the most senior Hamas leader remaining in Gaza demonstrates the degradation of the terror group’s military capabilities.
Within Israel’s security establishment, Sinwar was designated an “ace,” meaning that as soon as intelligence about his whereabouts was discovered, the entire system swung into action immediately to assassinate him.
According to Ynet News, the operation proceeded so swiftly that the United States was only notified after the fact.
As part of the quick preparations, all possible checks were made to ensure there were no Israeli hostages in the vicinity, security officials clarified.
The scope of the strike was reportedly comparable to the one that killed Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah, with the Israeli Air Force (IAF) dropping over 40 bunker-penetrating bombs, totaling about one ton.
According to Palestinian reports, the IAF continued striking the compound and all nearby exits around the European Hospital, including targeted strikes intended to keep first responders away.
The Gaza Health Ministry, controlled by Hamas, said at least six people were killed and more than 40 wounded in the attack.
“Whoever was there is dead, there is no way out of it,” a security official told Ynet.
“It is too early to know the results of the strike, also due to the fact that the location that was attacked was underground. But definitely, if it succeeded – it is an achievement against Hamas also in the strategic and moral aspect, and certainly in the context of the negotiations,” added an informed source. (All Israel News) Read more here.
- Father God, once again we REJOICE at this news, even as we honor You, O Lord, as the defender of Israel. We ask that this terrorist's demise would serve to cause others in his camp to stop and to weigh their own actions against those who live in the land of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob, leading each one to repentance and to salvation through Your shed blood. In Your name we offer this prayer, Abba. Amen and amen.
- "Thus says the Lord,
The Redeemer of Israel, their Holy One,
To Him whom man despises,
To Him whom the nation abhors,
To the Servant of rulers:
“Kings shall see and arise,
Princes also shall worship,
Because of the Lord who is faithful,
The Holy One of Israel;
And He has chosen You.”
(Isaiah 49:7)
TOP STORY 4
Satellite images show apocalyptic ‘wall of dust’ swallowing Chicago
An apocalyptic ‘wall of dust’ is barreling across Chicago — so vast, it’s visible from space.
Satellite imagery shows the storm swallowing highways and buildings, plunging the city of 2.6 million people into darkness. It has triggered visibility warnings, halted traffic, and left Chicago residents choking on dust.
The National Weather Service (NWS) issued a dust storm warning, only the second time in history it has done so. An emergency alert was sent to the mobile phones to residents, saying: ‘Be ready for sudden drop to zero visibility. Pull aside, stay alive!’
The NWS said the dust extended along a 100-mile line from southwest of Chicago to northern Indiana, severely reducing visibility. Emergency crews reported ‘near zero visibility’ and wind gusts of up to 60 mph.
The NWS Chicago office posted on social media: ‘Well, that was…..something’, highlighting the rarity of the situation.
After multiple incidents overnight, officials again issued a warning: ‘DO NOT TRAVEL unless absolutely necessary, until winds subside.’ It took a few hours for the storm to sweep over Chicago, catching people unprepared.
Before and after photographs have been flooding social media showing the stark difference.
The dust Chicagoans choked through Saturday was the airborne particles of parched farmland, whipped up and carried on the breeze. (Metro.co.UK) Read more here.
- Lord God, we pray for all of the citizens of Chicago who are dealing with these circumstances. We break the power of the enemy that is trying to attack this city, in Jesus' name. We ask you, Lord, to grant all of these citizens wisdom and strength about how to deal with these dust storms. We pray for Chicago's leaders that they would be granted wisdom and discernment to help keep their citizens safe, and we ask that you would move upon the hearts of all who live in the Chicago area to obey their instructions in these perilous conditions. In Your name we pray, Abba, amen and amen!
- "But know this, that in the last days, perilous times will come." (2 Timothy 3:1)
FOCUS ON ISRAEL
1. IDF will capture all of Gaza, Netanyahu vows, defending resumption of aid transfers - World Israel News
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu defended his decision to permit the entry of humanitarian aid into the Gaza Strip on Monday morning, claiming that the delivery of aid is crucial to Israel’s war effort against Hamas.
Twenty trucks carrying food, medical supplies, and other goods lined up outside the Gaza Strip, the United Nations said, waiting for final permission to enter the war-torn coastal enclave after Netanyahu unilaterally ordered the resumption of aid transfers to the Gaza Strip on Sunday night.
The decision sparked a backlash from government ministers, some of whom had demanded a vote by the Security Cabinet before aid was permitted into Gaza.
“Humanitarian aid? First they should return the hostages,” said Minister for the Development of the Periphery, the Negev, and the Galilee Yitzhak Wasserlauf (Otzma Yehudit). (Read more)
2. Paying heavy price for hostages is a strength, not a weakness, Gantz says - Jerusalem Post
Israel’s willingness to pay a heavy price for the return of hostages from Hamas captivity is a strength, not a weakness, National Unity chairman Benny Gantz said at the Jerusalem Post’s annual New York conference on Monday.
“We must bring home all of the hostages and take of the rest later,” Gantz said.
Asked about comments he made a number of weeks ago against the formation of a Palestinian state, Gantz said that while most Israelis did not want to govern the Palestinians, they were also not willing to risk national security. Gantz stressed that Israel must maintain security superiority over the whole region and must be able to take care of itself in all scenarios. (Read more)
3. UK, France, Canada warn of ‘concrete actions’ if Israel doesn’t halt war, boost aid - Times of Israel
The leaders of the United Kingdom, France and Canada issued a joint statement Monday condemning Israel’s handling of the humanitarian situation in Gaza and calling on the Jewish state to immediately halt military action in the enclave and allow in more aid, threatening “further concrete actions in response” if Jerusalem refuses.
The three leaders called Israel’s announcementSunday to allow a limited amount of aid into Gaza “wholly inadequate” and said the country’s failure to assist the Gazan civilian population “is unacceptable and risks breaching International Humanitarian Law.”
Netanyahu hit back in a statement, saying London, Paris and Ottawa were “offering a huge prize for the genocidal attack on Israel on October 7 while inviting more such atrocities.” (Read more)
4.IAF attacks 160 terror sites as Gaza offensive expands - JNS
The Israel Defense Forces continued wide-scale operations Monday as part of “Operation Gideon’s Chariots,” reporting more than 160 airstrikes in the past 24 hours across the Gaza Strip and expanded ground activity targeting Hamas infrastructure.
“Over the past 24 hours, the Israeli Air Force struck more than 160 targets across the Gaza Strip,” the IDF said in a statement. “In northern Gaza, terrorist squads, anti-tank positions and military buildings were attacked. In central Gaza, underground tunnels and a weapons warehouse were hit. In the south, airstrikes targeted terrorist squads, booby-trapped buildings, a command center and an anti-tank launch position.
In recent weeks, the Golani Brigade has been operating in the Morag Corridor between Hamas’ Khan Yunis and Rafah brigades. So far, the troops have neutralized hundreds of terrorist infrastructure sites, eliminated dozens of terrorists, and located dozens of terror tunnel shafts. (Read more)
5. Mourning in Binyamin: Sergeant Yosef Yehuda Chirak from Harasha fell in the Gaza Strip - Israel National News
Sergeant Yosef Yehuda Chirak, aged 22, from Harasha in Binyamin fell during combat in the northern Gaza Strip, the IDF Spokesperson's Unit cleared for publication on Monday evening.
Chirak served as a soldier in the 601st Combat Engineering Battalion, 401st "Iron Trails".
Yosef Yehuda, 22 at the time of his death, was married just seven months ago to his wife, Emunah. He is survived by his parents and three sisters.
Chirak was the son-in-law of Yehuda Eliyahu, the CEO of the Settlement Administration in the Ministry of Defense. (Read more)
The Daily Brief
1.Donald Trump slams Supreme Court ruling blocking deportation without a court hearing - USA Today
President Donald Trump said the Supreme Court's decision limiting his ability to deport immigrants without a court hearing represents "a bad and dangerous day for America."
In a post on his Truth Social site on May 16, Trump slammed the high court's ruling blocking his administration from using a 1798 wartime law to deport a group of Venezuelan migrants. The migrants argued who said they had not been given enough of a chance to contest their removal.
The president invoked the Alien Enemies Act in March when he designated a Venezuelan gang known as Tren de Aragua as a "foreign terrorist organization." Alleged gang members have since been deported to a mega-prison in El Salvador. (Read more)
- Lord, we pray favor for President Trump and that this Supreme Court ruling will be reversed.
- "Let the favor of the Lord our God be upon us, and establish the work of our hands upon us; yes, establish the work of our hands!" (Psalm 90:17)
2. Over 200 Republican Lawmakers Urge Trump to ‘Dismantle’ Iran’s Nuclear Program Amid Negotiations - Algemeiner.com
Over 200 Republican lawmakers in the US Congress havesigned onto a letterurging President Donald Trump to remain committed to a hardline strategy toward Iran, calling on the White House to only agree to a deal that “dismantles” Iran’s nuclear program.
In a letter signed by 177 members of the House and 52 members of the Senate, the Republicans argued that the White House must avoid any agreement resembling the 2015 nuclear deal brokered by the administration of former President Barack Obama, which they claim merely delayed Iran’s nuclear ambitions while allowing the Islamist regime to quietly advance its program.
“We write to express our strong support for your efforts to secure a deal with Iran that dismantles its nuclear program, and to reinforce the explicit warnings that you and officials in your administration have issued that the regime must permanently give up any capacity for enrichment,” theletter stated.
The letter, led by Sen. Pete Ricketts (R-NE) and Rep. August Pfluger (R-TX), underscored the importance of dismantling the entirety of Iran’s uranium enrichment program. (Read more)
- Lord again, we pray for divine intervention in negotiating with Iran regarding their uranium enrichment program. Give wisdom, strategy,and skill to President Trump during these negotiations with Iran.
- "Do you see a man skillful in his work? He will stand before kings; he will not stand before obscure men." (Proverbs 22:29)
3. Tehran persists that Iran has the right to enrich uranium - Jerusalem Post
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has ruled out the possibility of any scenario in which Iran would give up its right to enrich for peaceful purposes, Iranian state media IRNA reported on Saturday.
“Iran has not received any written proposal from the United States, whether directly or indirectly,” Araghchi noted on social media.
“In the meantime, the messaging we—and the world—continue to receive is confusing and contradictory. Iran nonetheless remains determined and straightforward: Respect our rights and terminate your sanctions, and we have a deal,” Araghchi said. “Mark my words: there is no scenario in which Iran abandons its hard-earned right to enrichment for peaceful purposes: a right afforded to all other NPT signatories, too,” he added. (Read more)
- Lord, we ask for Your wisdom about how to negotiate with Iran so that they will agree to a deal regarding their right to enrich their uranium. In Your Holy Name we pray, amen and amen.
- "Or what king, going out to encounter another king in war, will not sit down first and deliberate whether he is able with ten thousand to meet him who comes against him with twenty thousand? And if not, while the other is yet a great way off, he sends a delegation and asks for terms of peace." (Luke 14:31-32)
4. Meeting Syrian FM, Rubio welcomes Damascus calls for peace with Israel - The Times of Israel
During his first-ever meeting with Syrian Foreign Minister Hassan al-Shaibani in Turkey earlier today, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio welcomed what he characterized as “the Syrian government’s calls for peace with Israel,” the State Department says.
Rubio appeared to be referring to comments a senior Syrian official made during an interview with the Kan public broadcaster yesterday where he said that Damascus is open to peace with everyone in the region, without exceptions.
US President Donald Trump said after meeting Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa yesterday that the latter indicated willingness to join the Abraham Accords once they are “straightened out,” adding “they have a lot of work to do” before that happens.
Rubio, during his meeting with Shaibani, “affirmed the United States’ support for sanctions relief to stabilize Syria.” (Read more)
- Lord, we pray for success for Secretary of State Marco Rubio as he meets with the leadership of Syria. We pray, too, that peace will now be established between Syria and Israel.
– “May the Lord give strength to his people! May the Lord bless his people with peace!” (Psalm 29:11)
5. Indian and Pakistani Christians Fear War, Not Each Other- Christianity Today (Edited)
Ujala Hans, who lives in Lahore, Pakistan, has felt the effects of Partition firsthand, as her great-uncle still lives in India. Her parents also lived through the post-Partition years of political turmoil and instability as India and Pakistan grappled for control over Kashmir.
During last week’s conflict, Hans’s mother declared that if God had protected them from harm in the 1971 war between the two countries, he would also protect them this time. But Hans, a pastor, still warned her father not to answer any calls from her great-uncle across the border, fearing that the Pakistani government would think they were spying on behalf of India.
“What I have seen is this: that the Indian church fervently pray[s] for the Pakistani church and they love the Pakistani Christians,” Hans said.
Recognizing their shared identity in Christ can help Pakistani and Indian Christians to “love beyond borders,” Shiji Benjamin said. “When the world sees enmity, we can choose to see shared suffering, shared faith, and shared humanity.”
A sense of solidarity between Indian and Pakistani Christians is not the only unexpected fruit arising from last week’s conflict. The battle has also brought people of different faiths together in Pakistan, Sharif Alam, the general secretary of the Presbyterian Church of Pakistan, said.
Alam walked shoulder to shoulder with fellow pastors and Muslim imams while Muslim and Christian youth toted large yellow banners bearing messages of interreligious solidarity. He shared Bible verses like Romans 12:18 (“If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone”) and Jeremiah 29:7 (“Seek the peace and prosperity of the city to which I have carried you into exile”).
“It was a glimpse of the beloved community, a foretaste of God’s kingdom, where swords are beaten into plowshares and enemies become neighbors,” Alam said. (Read more)
- Lord, we pray that a miracle of peace will cover these two countries! We ask that Your Hand of protection would rest upon these Christians in both countries who support each other, but who also fear war.
– “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” (Joshua 1:9)
6. New York City mayor announces business council to build economic ties with Israel - Times of Israel
- Father God, we pray that this new council will be successful in building economic
ties with Israel. We bless New York City Mayor Eric Adams as he moves to strengthen the ties between Israel and New York City.
- 'I will bless those who bless you,
And I will curse him who curses you;
And in you all the families of the earth shall be blessed.” (Genesis 12:3)
The Daily Jot
Becoming Perfect in Christ--Wholehearted, Not Flawless
The Daily Jot, Bill Wilson, May 19, 2025
Are you perfect in the Lord? Let’s be honest—that question makes most of us squirm. The idea of being “perfect” sounds intimidating, unrealistic, and frankly, unachievable. We may often have introspective thoughts about how unworthy we are before God. How can we reach any form of perfection when we are bombarded with imperfection every day? Aside from the constant barrage of morally questionable news, media and politics, just the day to day stress can be overwhelming. Yes, we live in a fallen world, but our destiny is far above the darkness of this world. Scripture says that in Christ, we are perfected. How can that be? The answer isn’t in flawless performance—it’s in wholehearted pursuit.
Leviticus 21-24 gives us some insight. The priests were required to be without physical defect, a picture of perfection. Leviticus 21:8 says, “He is to be holy for you, because I, ADONAI who makes you holy, am holy.” Notice that God doesn’t say the priest makes himself holy. It’s God who does the making. Holiness means being set apart, consecrated for a higher purpose. The entire book of Leviticus focuses on sanctity—of people, place, time, and even speech. That final part is key: the story of the blasphemer reminds us that what comes out of our mouths reflects what’s happening in our hearts. Holiness wasn’t just for the priests. Read More
And Now . . . Lion of Judah: ROAR!!!!
"The Lord shall go forth like a mighty man;
He shall stir up His zeal like a man of war.
He shall cry out, yes, shout aloud;
He shall prevail against His enemies."
(Isaiah 42:13)
Signs & Wonders
14,000 years ago, the most powerful solar storm ever recorded hit Earth. 'This event establishes a new worst-case scenario'
A storm as ferocious as the one of 12,350 BC would likely cause complete mayhem if it were to strike Earth and its surrounding space today.
An extreme solar storm hit Earth some 14,300 years ago, more powerful than any other such event known in human history, a new analysis of radiocarbon data has revealed.
The solar storm, the only known to have taken place in the last Ice Age, long eluded scientists as they lacked appropriate models for interpreting radiocarbon data from glacial climate conditions.
But a new study by a team from the Oulu University in Finland has taken a stab at the measurement interpretation with eye-opening results. Using a novel chemistry-climate model, the team found that the marked spike in the carbon-14 isotope detected in fossilized tree rings was caused by a solar storm more than 500 times as powerful as the 2003 Halloween Solar Storm, which was the most intense in modern history.
Thought for the Day
"Blessed are the pure in heart,
For they shall see God." (Matthew 5:6)
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The Sinner's Prayer
"Dear Lord Jesus, I know that I am a sinner, and I ask for Your forgiveness. I believe You died for my sins and rose from the dead. I turn from my sins and invite You to come into my heart and life. I want to trust and follow You as my Lord and Savior. In Your Name."
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