Inspiration Report

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Nuhamin “Naomi” Bogale’s life changed forever in the blink of an eye. Originally from Ethiopia, the world-class runner had just moved to Colorado to train with aspirations of being a world record holder. She had previously received a sponsorship from Nike before an injury and had won multiple races against the world’s top athletes. In Colorado, she hoped to…

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Actress Candace Cameron Bure has entertained the masses for decades through movies and TV shows, but the “Full House” star’s faith has truly inspired audiences. Bure, who has always openly discussed her Christian views, believes in the power of prayer, telling CBN’s Faithwire invoking God regularly, has “transformed” her life. “Prayer is my immediate connection…

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The Columbus Blue Jackets head coach Brad Larsen recently shared an inspiring testimony of God’s faithfulness throughout his life and NHL career. During an interview with the CBN’s 700 Club, Larsen shared how his life changed after surrendering to Jesus Christ over a decade ago. “May 22nd, 2011, I gave myself to the Lord! It changes…

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The American Bible Society has released its eighth chapter in its study on The State of the Bible, and the chapter, entitled “Generosity,” reveals stunning ways in which Bible reading impacts giving. According to a statement from the American Bible Society, “Americans who are engaged with the Bible gave $145 billion to charitable causes in 2021 and that Practicing…

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The attorney for Norma Thornton, a 78-year-old grandmother from Arizona who was arrested earlier this year for feeding the homeless in a public park, praised her “kindhearted” client and explained why she believes authorities violated her constitutional rights. Diana Simpson, an attorney with the Institute for Justice, a law firm working to defend Americans’ civil…

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According to fascinating new work from Boston University, finding a reason to get out of bed every morning can help us avoid the grave. Researchers report that people with higher levels of purpose in life may have a lower risk of death from any cause. Notably, the positive relationship between purpose and longevity is held up…

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A Catholic priest in Ohio is thanking God after the car he was driving just missed being hit by an airborne vehicle. The oncoming SUV would have T-boned his car if it hadn’t sailed overtop entirely of him, and there’s a video to prove it. Father John Bok, 87, told the Catholic News Agency (CNA) that he…

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A chimpanzee mom has a touching reunion with her newborn baby after being separated for nearly two days due to complications during birth at the Sedgwick County Zoo in Wichita, Kansas. The chimpanzee, named Mahale, had to undergo an emergency C-section due to complications, leaving baby Kucheza, meaning “play” in Swahili, to be placed in…

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After years of being among the world’s billionaires and the only one among the top five not to publicly pledge to give away more than half of his wealth in his lifetime or his will, Amazon founder and the world’s fourth richest person, Jeff Bezos, said he plans on giving away the majority of his $123 billion fortune…

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The Clemson Tigers suffered their worst loss during head coach Dabo Swinney’s tenure last week, with the formerly ranked #4 team falling to unranked Notre Dame 35-14. Despite the loss, coach Swinney remained optimistic, saying at his weekly press conference, “I don’t grow weary, you know, I grow stronger.” He then referred to the Bible,…

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