Inspiration Report

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A new program at Franciscan University of Steubenville in Ohio puts faith, God, and new connections first in a fascinating way for today’s times. The program will offer scholarships to students to put their smartphones down to better connect with religion, prayer, and each other. During an appearance on “Fox & Friends Weekend,” Lauren Green,…

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Vanessa Bryant recently took to Instagram to share an emotional tribute for her daughter on what would have been her 17th birthday. She shared multiple posts with photos of Gigi, the first one with the caption, “Happy 17th birthday, baby girl. I love you and miss you so much, sweet Angel.” In the second post,…

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Prayer is an essential part of life for many people, nurturing our faith and relationships and offering a rich connection to our spiritual lives. It also comforts us during times of need or crisis. The National Day of Prayer is observed yearly on the first Thursday in May. Designated by the United States Congress, it…

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Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin recently donated part of his official salary to a faith-based nonprofit prison ministry headquartered in Henrico, Virginia. He gives away 25 percent of his salary each quarter to a nonprofit in the Commonwealth. While touring the Prince William County Adult Detention Center in Manassas, Youngkin and his wife, Virginia first lady…

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Six-year-old Stella has gone viral on TikTok after she dressed up as Dolly Parton for “book character” day in her first grade class. Stella’s mom, Dana Troglen, posted a video of Stella in her costume to TikTok where is has gained millions of views. The video consisted of Stella, in her sparkly dress and blonde…

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Actress Candace Cameron Bure recently shared an encouraging message for her social media followers dealing with depression, adverse emotions or spiritual warfare, insisting they rebuke the “evil spirits.” In an Instagram post, where she was noticeably choked up, Bure said, “Sometimes we can get overwhelmed with feelings, feelings that might be loneliness, shame, regret, worry,…

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Kelly Clarkson recently opened up about her daughter’s struggle with dyslexia and being bullied in a recent episode of “The Kelly Clarkson Show” with Henry Winkler. Clarkson spoke with actor Henry Winkler about his most recent children’s book, noting that it is the 38th book that he has written even though he has dyslexia himself.…

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The best-selling novelist, often called “America’s favorite inspirational storyteller,” says as a young writer, she received 30 rejection letters before a publisher took a chance and hired her. Karen Kingsbury’s books have sold over 25 million copies and have been made into multiple television series and movies, including her latest one, “Thousand Tomorrows,” starring Rose…

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Country musician Granger Smith recently made headlines when he announced that he was stepping away from his music career to pursue ministry at his local church. Smith said his life is one he’s always wanted, but he’s ready to give it all up. On “Sunday Night in America,” he explained, “It’s a story of a…

Charles Stanley’s grandson is looking back on how his grandfather’s words saved him from suicide and how Dr. Stanley’s lifelong dedication to faith comforted him during his challenging life. Despite growing up in a family absorbed in ministry, Matt Broderson hasn’t had a leisurely walk in life. Becky, his mother, is Dr. Stanley’s only daughter,…

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