Traci Coston

The International Olympic Committee has approved new eligibility guidelines limiting women’s Olympic competitions to biological females, a policy expected to take effect at the 2028 Los Angeles Games. The move comes amid intensifying global debate over fairness in women’s sports and follows recent statements from President Donald Trump emphasizing that the U.S. would oppose allowing biological males to compete in women’s events during the 2028 Olympics.

While the IOC is an independent international body, the decision aligns with a broader shift among governments and sports organizations toward stricter sex-based categories. 👏

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Traci Coston

When Paul says, “Be anxious for nothing” (Philippians 4:6), many people hear it as “never feel worried” or “never experience anxiety.”

But the Greek word used here is merimnaō (μεριμνάω) — and it carries a deeper meaning.

It literally means to be divided, pulled apart, or distracted by cares. The idea is not simply feeling concern, but being mentally and emotionally torn in different directions.

The same root word describes being consumed by the worries of life, so much so that it crowds out trust in God. Jesus used this word repeatedly:

“Do not worry about your life…” (Matthew 6:25)

He then explains what that anxiety looks like — obsessing over food, clothing, survival, and the future.

So “be anxious for nothing” does not mean you will never feel concern or responsibility.

It means don’t let fear fracture your heart, dominate your thoughts, or displace your trust in God. Paul immediately gives the remedy:

“But in everything, by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God.” (Philippians 4:6)

You don’t suppress your worries—you transfer them. Instead of being pulled apart by worry, you bring every concern into God’s presence.

And the result:

“The peace of God… will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” (Philippians 4:7)

The opposite of anxiety is not peace.

It’s trust. 🙏

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Traci Coston

Stop begging God like He’s reluctant to help you. Jesus taught something radically different about prayer than much of what is taught today.

Jesus said:
“If you abide in Me, and My words abide in you, you will ask whatever you wish, and it will be done for you.” —John 15:7

The Greek word Jesus uses for “ask” here is αἰτέω (aiteō) — and it’s far stronger than a timid request. It means to petition, demand, insist, require, or call for something due to one in a position to supply it.

In ancient usage, it described a person appealing to someone with authority for provision that legitimately belonged to them. This is not begging. It is covenant language.

Scripture also says we can come “boldly to the throne of grace” (Hebrews 4:16). Through Christ, believers are not outsiders hoping to be heard—we are sons and daughters approaching a Father, standing on His promises. In that sense, yes: we are invited to present confident petitions, even strong ones, because we are asking according to covenant, not presumption.

But here is the crucial condition: authority flows from abiding. Jesus did not say, “Demand whatever you want.” He said, “If you abide in Me, and My words abide in you…” When your heart, desires, and will are shaped by Him, your asking aligns with His purposes. It becomes less about forcing God’s hand and more about enforcing what He has already promised for those in alignment with Him (key: obedience). Bold prayer is not arrogance—it is surrendered confidence.

So can believers “make demands” of God? Not as rebels issuing orders, but as children standing on the Word, trusting the character of their Father, and praying in union with Christ…absolutely.

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Traci Coston

An imam in North Carolina explained how they plan to the United States Muslim by using America's freedom of speech:

"This country is a gold mine. There are no restrictions on converting people here. Even in Saudi Arabia we cannot do that. I can go in the middle of Manhattan and call people to Islam. No one can stop us. In 50 years, we will become the biggest religious group in this country. It's very easy to convert Christians.”

To that I say…THE DEVIL CANNOT HAVE THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA! Christians, do not slow down in sharing the GOOD NEWS of Jesus Christ! People’s souls are at stake!

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Traci Coston

Marziyeh Amirizadeh, a former Muslim who was once imprisoned and sentenced to death in Iran because of her Christian faith, says the current situation inside the country points to more than political tension—she believes it signals a profound spiritual awakening.

As government pressure on Christians continues to rise — including arrests, harsh prison terms, and tighter restrictions on religious activity — Amirizadeh says believers are not retreating. Instead, many are praying more fervently, quietly sharing the gospel, and holding fast to their faith. Reports suggest that hundreds of Christians have been detained, some receiving long sentences, yet the underground church continues to expand despite the risks.

Having once risked her own life to distribute Bibles and speak openly about Jesus, Amirizadeh now believes the suffering could mark a pivotal moment in Iran’s history. “I believe we are witnessing a miraculous turning point,” she said.

Her perspective urges Christians worldwide not to respond with fear, but with spiritual discernment, recognizing that God often works powerfully in seasons of hardship.

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Traci Coston

Reports confirm that OnlyFans owner Leonid Radvinsky has died at age 43 after a battle with cancer. As the majority owner of one of the most controversial platforms in the world — a site built on sexual content — his passing is prompting serious reflection about wealth, influence, and eternity.

Jesus asked a sobering question: “What does it profit a man to gain the whole world and lose his soul?” (Mark 8:36). No amount of money, fame, or power can follow anyone beyond the grave. Scripture is also clear about the spiritual danger of sexual sin: “Do not be deceived: neither the sexually immoral… nor adulterers… will inherit the kingdom of God.” (1 Corinthians 6:9–10). This is a strong warning born from love. God does not redefine sin to match culture; He calls people out of what destroys them.

Eternity is not theoretical, you guys. It is certain. The most important question is not what we built on earth, but whether we received the transformative grace and mercy of Jesus Christ. I truly hope he repented and received Jesus before he died.

2 days ago | [YT] | 1,112

Traci Coston

James experienced a sudden sharp pain in his left lung that traveled up into his head, followed by a loss of speech. After medical testing, doctors concluded he had suffered a mini-stroke. He was left with facial numbness and persistent, piercing headaches.

Eight weeks later, while attending Celebration Church of The Woodlands (‪@CelebrationChurchTW‬ ) , Pastor Frankie Mazzapica (‪@FrankieMazzapicaNOW‬ ) gave a word of knowledge about someone experiencing facial numbness. As prayer was offered, James immediately began to regain feeling in his face. Later he reported that he has not experienced another headache like the ones that followed his stroke.

Healing is available through faith in JESUS!!

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Traci Coston

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth delivered a faith-forward address at the National Religious Broadcasters convention in Nashville, openly affirming Christian convictions before thousands of attendees. During his speech, Hegseth proclaimed, “Christ is King. He died for our sins… He will come again in glory. Amen.” He also argued that key cultural issues are rooted in Scripture, saying, “Protecting the God-given life of an unborn baby is not political, it’s biblical,” and warned about the influence of what he described as “godless ideologies.”

The audience reportedly broke into chants of “Christ is King,” turning the speech into a worship-like atmosphere rather than a typical political address. Hegseth urged Christian communicators to speak boldly and not retreat from public life, framing faith as foundational to Western civilization and the nation’s identity.

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Traci Coston

Some of you hate God, or are confused about spiritual things because some Christian taught you terrible theology. They told you that God controls everything that happens to everyone, and NOTHING happens outside of His will. But that’s simply not true according to the Bible.

In Ezekiel 13:22 God is speaking against false prophets and says, “You have discouraged the righteous with your lies, but I did not want them sad.”

Here we PLAINLY have stated by God Himself that something on earth was happening in His own children that He did NOT want happening. It was outside His will for them. Another translation of this verse says, “…whom I have not made sad or disheartened,“.

God didn’t do it. Yet He gets blamed for things of this nature all the time, including sickness and disease in the righteous, by people who wrongly believe “God is in control.”

We see in 2 Peter 3:9 that God’s desire is that NONE would perish. Yet we also know from Scripture that many will. God does not control the outcome. Though He desires all to choose Him, He knows not all will—and He will not force it as there can never be true love without free choice.

God’s end time plans will ultimately come to pass as prophesied because He found enough prophets fully submitted to Him who were willing to declare His Word/will in regard to it. (Amos 3:7)
But that does not mean God is controlling every little thing that happens to every single person. We all have free choice to discover and take advantage of the promises of God and align (or not). God won’t do it for us. Jesus already did everything that needed to be done. It is up to us to learn what is ours in Christ and hold tightly to it!

John 10:10 says, “The thief’s purpose is to steal and kill and destroy. My purpose is to give them a rich and satisfying life.”-‭‭John‬ ‭10‬:‭10‬ ‭

This should encourage you that when bad things happen, it’s not God attacking you! But for the righteous, He will take every seemingly bad situation, every trial and tribulation that comes your way—and specifically allow them at times—to bring about your greater good! (Romans 8:28) 🙌

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Traci Coston

Texas has enacted a statewide ban on lab-grown (cell-cultured) meat for human consumption. The law, already in effect, prohibits the sale, production, and distribution of cultivated meat products across the state and is set to remain in place until September 1, 2027, unless extended.

Supporters say the move protects consumers and traditional agriculture while allowing time to study long-term health, safety, and economic impacts. Texas joined several other states restricting cultivated meat, but unlike Florida’s permanent ban, Texas structured its law as a two-year moratorium to allow time for further study, regulation, and policy decisions.

Meanwhile, federal regulators still allow cultivated meat products that pass approval from the FDA and USDA, meaning there is currently no nationwide ban in place.

What do you think? Should Texas make it permanent? Should lab-grown meat be banned at the national level?

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