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Blackstone recalls seasoning over salmonella contamination

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News anchor delivering breaking news about Blackstone recalling three seasoning products due to potential salmonella contamination

This recall includes three lots of the seasoning products sold nationwide at Walmart and on the Blackstone website.

Source: Blackstone recalls seasoning over salmonella contamination – CBS Chicago

Now this is the confidence that we have in Him, that if we ask anything according to His will, He hears us.
1 John 5:14

Strength for Today

You may not have strength for tomorrow, but God promises enough grace for today. One step at a time, He will carry you forward. “But they who wait…

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The King is Coming

They shouted “Hosanna” like a King was arriving, but didn’t realize a Savior was surrendering. Don’t just celebrate Jesus for what you want Him to do, honor Him…

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Break Free and Run the Race

Break free from sin, and run your race like it matters. We must understand, getting rid of our anchors will still keep us in the race. ⚓️ 📖Therefore,…

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Ice cream sold in 17 states recalled for potential metal fragments

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News broadcast announcing recall of Straus Family Creamery ice cream for potential metal contamination

Straus Family Creamery is voluntarily recalling a variety of organic ice cream flavors and sizes sold in 17 states because of concerns there may be metal fragments in the frozen treats, the Food and Drug Administration said Friday.  No injuries have been reported because of the issue, the FDA said.  The recall affects some products sold in Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, New Jersey, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas, Washington and Wisconsin. The affected items were on shelves beginning on May 4, the FDA said.  Pints of Straus Family Creamery’s dutch chocolate ice cream. Michael Macor/The San Francisco Chronicle via Getty Images The affected products can be determined by their best-by dates, the FDA said. Best-by dates are printed on the bottom of the container.

The recalled products include:  Vanilla bean pints with best-by dates of Dec. 23 and 28, 2026, with the manufacturing code 7-84830-10030-6.  Strawberry pints with a Dec. 25, 2026, best-by date and the manufacturing code 7-84830-10095-5.  Strawberry quarts with a Dec. 24, 2026, best-by date and the manufacturing code 7-84830-10097-9.  Cookie dough pints with a Dec. 26, 2026, best-by date and the manufacturing code 7-84830-10104-4.  Dutch chocolate quarts with a Dec. 27, 2026, best-by date and the manufacturing code 7-84830-10012-2.  Mint chip quarts with a Dec. 30, 2026, best-by date and the manufacturing code 7-84830-10050-4.

Straus Family Creamery is working with retailers to remove the affected products from shelves, the FDA said. Anyone who has purchased an affected container should dispose of the product.  Straus said it would not offer refunds, but would issue vouchers to interested customers so they can buy another carton. Voucher information is available on the company’s website. 

Source: Ice cream sold in 17 states recalled for potential metal fragments – CBS News

But I say to you who hear: Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, and pray for those who spitefully use you.
Luke 6:27-28

Letting God Take the Lead

God doesn’t guide the loud, the proud, or the self-sufficient, He leads the humble who are willing to follow. Lay down your pride, and watch how clearly His path…

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Primary Elections; May 19, 2026

Today, Tuesday, May 19, 2026, is a major primary election day in six states: Alabama, Georgia, Idaho, Kentucky, Oregon, and Pennsylvania. These are mostly partisan primaries (Democratic and Republican)…

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What does Hosanna Mean?

Hosanna: Getting to Know Him Do you want eternal life? Do you want to enter heaven through the only guide that can help you navigate your way there? To…

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Matthew 25:21

“His lord said to him, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant. You have been faithful over a few things, I will set you over many things. Enter into the…

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2 Peter 2:1-3

But false prophets also arose among the people, as false teachers will also be among you, who will secretly bring in destructive heresies, denying even the Master who bought…

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Recognizing the Trap of Offense

A wounded heart builds walls higher than pride ever could, harder to win back than a fortified city. Choose your words carefully, because one broken relationship can become a…

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Strength for Today

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You may not have strength for tomorrow, but God promises enough grace for today. One step at a time, He will carry you forward.

“But they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint.” Isaiah 40:31

Feeling, saturated, overloaded and overwhelmed often comes from trying to carry tomorrow’s troubles, tensions, and worries today. God never asked or said that you need to do that. He instead invites you to trust Him daily. When your strength runs out, His strength begins. Waiting on God does not mean doing nothing, it means placing your hopes, your fears, and your doubt in His power instead of your own. Even the most weary people can rise again when God renews their spirit. Today, take a breath, meditate and focus and trust that God will provide exactly what you need for this moment.

Thought to Ponder:
 Am I relying more on my strength or God’s strength?

Journaling Prompt:
List areas where you need God’s strength the most right now.

Prayer:
Dear Heavenly Father, renew my strength today. Help me stop striving alone and teach me to rest in Your power. Place me under Your wings and give me energy to take the next step and the one after that. Lord, place Your mighty army around me, those fiery chariots from 2 Kings 6:17 and allow them to fight those things that are trying to stop me from walking the path you want me to go. In Jesus Name Amen.

Getting to Know Him

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Romans 12:19

 Beloved, never avenge yourselves, but leave it to the wrath of God, for it is written, “Vengeance is mine, I will repay, says the Lord.”…

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Matthew 12:25

Knowing their thoughts, Jesus said to them, “Every kingdom divided against itself is brought to desolation, and every city or house divided against itself…

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More rain, flash flooding expected in metro Atlanta during Memorial Day weekend

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The CBS News Atlanta NEXT Weather team has issued a NEXT Weather Alert for the holiday weekend. Increasing rain chances will impact North Georgia and metro Atlanta for Memorial Day. After a day of flooding in downtown Atlanta and at the I-75/I-85 connector during rush-hour traffic, more rain is expected. While there is not a big risk of severe storms in the coming days, the main threat will be heavy rain that could lead to localized flooding and even flash flooding, similar to what was seen on the Downtown Connector on Wednesday.

Source: More rain, flash flooding expected in metro Atlanta during Memorial Day weekend – CBS Atlanta

But without faith it is impossible to please Him, for he who comes to God must believe that He is, and that He is a rewarder of those who diligently seek Him.
Hebrews 11:6

Abortion Survivor; Michele’s Story

“My story began in the pre-Roe v. Wade era of 1962. As the youngest of seven children in a large, financially struggling family, my conception came at a particularly challenging…

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Organ Harvesting in China

You may think you know about the illegal world of organ harvesting, but there’s an even a darker side to this practice than merely procuring an organ on the black…

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Heavy rain moving into North Texas; flooding possible as chances for showers, storms continue throughout weekend

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Thursday, heavy rain moves into the metroplex by the afternoon. As a result, it’s a First Alert Weather Day in North Texas.  There is a level 2/4 risk for flooding from DFW toward the Red River counties. Expect heavy downpours to continue into the evening. Thursday night will be cloudy and muggy. Overnight lows will dip into the mid-60s. Looking ahead to Memorial Day Weekend, daily shower and thunderstorm chances are expected, but it will not be a washout.

Source: Heavy rain moving into North Texas; flooding possible as chances for showers, storms continue throughout weekend – CBS Texas

And He said to them, “Go into all the world and preach the gospel to every creature.”
Mark 16:15

Two teens injured in Bloomington shooting

Two teenagers were injured in a shooting in Bloomington, Minnesota, Monday night, police said. It happened around 10:10 p.m. on the 7900 block of Bloomington Avenue South, according to the city’s…

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Kyle Busch, two-time NASCAR Cup Series champion, dies at 41 after severe illness, family says

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Kyle Busch, a two-time NASCAR Cup Series champion, died Thursday after being hospitalized with what his family called a “severe illness.” He was 41. “We are devastated to announce the sudden and tragic passing of Kyle Busch,” his family, NASCAR and Richard Childress Racing said in a joint statement. “Our entire NASCAR family is heartbroken by the loss of Kyle Busch. A future Hall of Famer, Kyle was a rare talent, one who comes along once in a generation.” Busch, originally from Las Vegas, holds the record for most wins in the top three NASCAR divisions, and won Cup Series championships in 2015 and 2019. He was in his fourth season at Richard Childress Racing after winning titles with Joe Gibbs Racing.

Source: Kyle Busch, two-time NASCAR Cup Series champion, dies at 41 after severe illness, family says – CBS Texas

He who covers a transgression seeks love, But he who repeats a matter separates friends.
Proverbs 17:9

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Maryland inmate convicted of 2-month-old niece’s murder found dead in prison cell

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A Harford County man who was serving prison time for killing his niece in 2013 was found unconscious in his cell in Washington County, and later died, according to the Maryland State Police. Colin Wolf, 32 of Bel Air, Maryland, was serving a 30-year sentence after he pleaded guilty to the first-degree murder of two-month-old Aubree Roberts.  Investigation into an inmate’s death in a jail cell On Wednesday, May 20, Wolf was found unresponsive in his prison cell at the Roxbury Correctional Institution in Hagerstown, Maryland. He was then pronounced dead by emergency medical personnel. Wolf was taken to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner for an autopsy to determine the cause and manner of death. Investigators believe Wolf’s cellmate was in the cell at the time of Wolf’s death.

Homicide investigators were called to investigate. Wolf was sentenced for his niece’s murder In 2015, Wolf was sentenced to life in prison, with all but 30 years suspended, for the murder of his 2-month-old niece in Forest Hills, Maryland. In April 2013, Harford County sheriff’s deputies said paramedics were called to a home and found the seriously injured infant. The child was taken to Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, where the baby was pronounced dead. Investigators said Wolf was left alone with his niece in April 2013, and that he was angry with his sister for having the baby with her boyfriend, whom Wolf did not like. Police said he sprayed cologne in the baby’s mouth then punched her in the face, resulting in brain hemorrhage.

Source: Maryland inmate convicted of 2-month-old niece’s murder found dead in prison cell – CBS Baltimore

Be of the same mind toward one another. Do not set your mind on high things, but associate with the humble. Do not be wise in your own opinion.
Romans 12:16

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The tale of a Ford, a nest, and a Robin

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A Ford dealership in Kansas can’t let a customer take home an already-bought F-250 Super Duty, and the reason is for the birds—quite literallySee, Olathe Ford of Olathe, Kansas, which posted its conundrum to Facebook, is dealing with an unusual circumstance: a robin has decided to make a nest and lay its eggs on the tire of an F-250. Turns out, those enormous tires and mighty wheel gap make a nice spot for a bird to raise its four babies. After noticing the nest, the dealership writes that it learned robins and their active nests are federally protected under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act of 1918. In other words, the dealer can’t legally relocate the nest.

Source: Federally Protected Robin’s Nest Delays Ford F-250 Super Duty Sale in Kansas

School Teacher Misconduct April 23–30, 2026

In the past week (April 23–30, 2026), several U.S. teachers faced arrests, firings, or administrative actions, mostly over allegations of inappropriate relationships or contact with students. These cases come primarily…

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Air France flight bound for Detroit diverted to Canada over passenger from Congo, officials say

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An Air France flight from Paris to Detroit was forced to divert to Montreal on Wednesday due to U.S. flight restrictions linked to the Ebola outbreak after it was determined that one of the passengers was from the Democratic Republic of Congo, federal officials and the airline said. Air France boarded the passenger “in error on a flight to the United States,” a U.S. Customs and Border Protection spokesperson told CBS News in a statement. “Due to entry restrictions put in place to reduce the risk of the Ebola virus, the passenger should not have boarded the plane,” the CBP spokesperson said. “CBP took decisive action and prohibited the flight carrying that traveler from landing at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, and instead, diverted to Montreal, Canada.” CBP did not say when the person had last been in the Congo or whether they were showing symptoms of the virus.

When reached about the incident, the Federal Aviation Administration directed CBS News to CBP. CBS News has also reached out to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for comment. Air France said in a statement to CBS News that it “confirms that, at the request of U.S. authorities, (the flight) was diverted to Montreal Airport after a Congolese passenger on board was denied entry into the United States. In fact, under new regulations, passengers arriving from certain countries, including the Democratic Republic of the Congo, may only enter U.S. territory via Washington (IAD) Airport. There was no medical emergency on board, and like all airlines, Air France is required to comply with the entry requirements of the countries it serves.”

According to the flight tracking website FlightAware, Air France Flight 378 from Paris-Charles de Gaulle International Airport landed at Montreal Trudeau International Airport at 5:15 p.m. ET. The status of the passenger from the Congo was unknown.  Deborah Mistor, a business class passenger aboard the flight, told CBS News in an interview Thursday night that the rest of the passengers were then flown from Montreal to Detroit aboard the same aircraft. Mistor revealed that the passengers were notified by the captain about four hours before they were initially due to arrive in Detroit that U.S. authorities were not allowing the plane to land in the U.S. and the flight was being diverted. The captain did not provide a reason, however. “I think enough people must have been questioning what was going on because 30 minutes later, he came back on and said that he wanted to confirm that there was nothing wrong with the plane, there were no technical difficulties, that it was strictly because of U.S. authorities not allowing us to land in the U.S.,” Mistor told CBS News.

Source: Air France flight bound for Detroit diverted to Canada over passenger from Congo, officials say – CBS News

For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says the LORD, thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give you a future and a hope.
Jeremiah 29:11

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Wildfire near Breezy Point grows to 1,600 acres in northern Minnesota, DNR identifies “people of interest”

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A wildfire roaring about 10 miles east of Breezy Point, Minnesota, has grown to over 1,600 acres, officials said in a Tuesday morning update. According to the Minnesota Incident Command System, the Flanders Fire is now nearly 60% contained. Crews have been working since the weekend to contain the flames. The Department of Natural Resources said Tuesday that it has found the origin of the fire and identified “people of interest.” County Road 11, which was closed between Cross Lake and State Highway 6 is now reopened. However officials are asking that the public avoid the general area unless absolutely necessary.  Evacuation orders will be lifted at noon and residents will be permitted to return to their homes.  Roughly 140 crew members have been assessing hazardous trees and tempering hot spots.

The Crow Wing County sheriff’s drone team was also able to launch drones in order to better map the flames from the air. Officials announced Monday evening that the other major wildfire from over the weekend, near Two Harbors, has been completely contained. At least 34 structures were lost in the 356-acre wildfire. Gov. Tim Walz toured the damage on Monday. “These fires have disrupted communities and forced evacuations, but the coordinated response across local, state, and federal partners has made a real difference,” he said.

Source: Wildfire near Breezy Point grows to 1,600 acres in northern Minnesota, DNR identifies “people of interest” – CBS Minnesota

And be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God in Christ forgave you.
Ephesians 4:32

Matthew 4:6

And said to him, “If you are the Son of God, throw yourself down, for it is written ‘He will command his angels concerning you,’ and, ‘On their hands they will bear…

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Matthew 11:28-30

“Come to me, all you who labor and are heavily burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in…

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Titus 3:3

For we were also once foolish, disobedient, deceived, serving various lusts and pleasures, living in malice and envy, hateful, and hating one another. This verse reminds believers of who they once were…

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2 Timothy 3:16-17

Every Scripture is God-breathed and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for instruction in righteousness, that each person who belongs to God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good work.…

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Matthew 24:35

Heaven and earth will pass away, but my words will not pass away. In this verse it declares the eternal power and authority of Jesus Christ: “Heaven and earth shall pass away,…

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Baby Squirrel Foster Mom

Retired California teaching assistant Angel Barba has been a baby squirrel foster mom for the last seven years.  Source: Squirrel Foster Mom You Tube

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Abortion News Roundup: April 15–22, 2026

Here’s a summary of the key abortion-related developments from the past seven days. Activity centered on state-level legislative pushes (especially in South Carolina), ongoing medication-abortion access fights, and cultural polling—amid continued post-Dobbs…

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Bain Fire burns over 1,400 acres, injures 4 in Southern California; evacuation orders issued

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A fire that originated in the Santa Ana River bed in Riverside County on Tuesday morning has injured multiple people and prompted evacuations, authorities said. According to Cal Fire, the blaze, dubbed the Bain Fire, started sometime before 11:30 a.m. near Bain Street and Limonite Avenue in the Mira Loma neighborhood of Jurupa Valley. The fire burned at least 250 acres as of 2:15 p.m. and was “burning in heavy fuels with a moderate rate of spread,” Cal Fire said.  As of 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Cal Fire said that the fire had consumed 1,456 acres and that containment was at 25%.

Firefighters also said that some structures had been burned, but that they weren’t able to confirm if they were outbuildings or other primary buildings.  “Air and ground resources will remain on scene overnight, working diligently to build containment lines around the perimeter of the fire. Air resources will also be assigned throughout the evening, dropping water and retardant,” Cal Fire officials said in their final evening update on Tuesday. A total of 100 personnel were assigned to the fire, as well as two helicopters and 22 engines, along with assistance from Cal Fire San Bernardino and San Diego crews and the Ontario and Riverside Fire departments.

Source: Bain Fire burns over 1,400 acres, injures 4 in Southern California; evacuation orders issued – CBS Los Angeles

Important (Buried) News Stories: April 15–22, 2026

While the ongoing U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran, Trump administration statements, and related global fallout dominated headlines and social media, several significant developments received far less attention. These stories—drawn from economic…

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Roads near LAX closed as crews patch natural gas leak

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A natural gas leak has closed parts of Sepulveda Boulevard and 96th Street near the Los Angeles International Airport on Wednesday night.  The Los Angeles Fire Department said construction crews struck a six-inch gas line and water main, causing the leak. Firefighters said the Department of Transportation has closed the northbound side of Sepulveda Boulevard at Imperial Highway and both sides of 96th Street.  The LA Department of Water and Power and the gas company have sent crews to the area, but LAFD is unsure how long it will take to patch the gas line.

Source: Roads near LAX closed as crews patch natural gas leak – CBS Los Angeles

For I have satiated the weary soul, and I have replenished every sorrowful soul.
Jeremiah 31:25

Your Tears Have a Witness

When life feels too heavy to carry and every door seems shut, God is still moving in places you cannot see. Your breaking point may be the very place…

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Wildfire-hit residents in northern Minnesota can now return home to assess damage

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Residents of Minnesota’s North Shore can now return home to assess damage caused by wildfires, according to the Minnesota Incident Command System. The Stewart Trail Fire near Two Harbors is now fully contained after scorching hundreds of acres, but command system officials day crews are still working in the area.  Mattie Taylor was celebrating her birthday when she received a special gift on Tuesday: an alert that she could come home. “We got to come in yesterday for about three hours, and so we were really hopeful that we would get to come in today,” Taylor said.  Taylor and her husband pulled into their driveway to see burnt ground surrounding their property. “I’m really grateful to be back, and it’s sad to look at all this destruction. But I’m optimistic that in time, it’ll all just be more beautiful,” Taylor said.

Source: Wildfire-hit residents in northern Minnesota can now return home to assess damage – CBS Minnesota

Rejoice with those who rejoice, and weep with those who weep.
Romans 12:15

 Accept the Invitation; Come and See

One invitation can change everything, but you have to be willing to follow. When Jesus says “come and see,” He’s not offering information, He’s offering transformation.  Bible…

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John 1:39

He said to them, “Come and see.” They came and saw where he was staying, and they stayed with him that day. It was about the tenth hour.…

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Break Free and Run the Race

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Break free from sin, and run your race like it matters. We must understand, getting rid of our anchors will still keep us in the race. ⚓️

📖Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every weight, and sin which clings so closely, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us- Hebrews 12:1


There are things in our life that aren’t sinful, but they are slowing us down. Just like a runner removes anything that adds unnecessary weight, God tells us we need to let go of the extra baggage that is hindering our spiritual progress. We might have distractions, unhealthy habits, toxic influences, or misplaced priorities. These spiritual blinders quietly drain our strength and dull our focus. Endurance requires intentional release. We cannot run freely while holding onto an anchor⚓️ that God is asking you to release and surrender. When you let go, you make room for greater clarity, strength, and purpose. Freedom begins when you release what you were never meant to carry.

Thought to Ponder:
Identify and remove one thing that is hindering your spiritual growth.

Journal Prompt:
What is one “weight or anchor” I need to lay down to run my race more effectively?

Prayer:
🙏Dear Heavenly Father, show me what is slowing me down, the extra weight or anchor I don’t think I can give up. Give me the courage to release anything that hinders my walk with You. Help me run with freedom and focus. In Jesus Name Amen.

Getting to Know Him

Do you want eternal life? Do you want to enter heaven through the only guide that can help you navigate your way there? To enter His home, get to know Him better, and make Him your Lord and Savior CLICK HERE…...

Therefore, having these promises, beloved, let us cleanse ourselves from all filthiness of the flesh and spirit, perfecting holiness in the fear of God.
2 Corinthians 7:1

Psalm 37:23

The steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord: and he delighteth in his way. This verse reminds us that the steps of a righteous person…

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Never Forsaken

When sickness tries to convince you that you’re alone, God’s presence speaks louder than your pain. Even in your weakest moment, you are not abandoned, you are…

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Daniel 3:24–25

Then Nebuchadnezzar the king was astonished, and rose up in haste, and spake, and said unto his counsellors, Did not we cast three men bound into the…

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Psalm 27:1

The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? the Lord is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid? In this verse we see…

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Romans 8:28

We know that all things work together for good for those who love God, for those who are called according to his purpose. In this verse we…

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U.S. says suspected drug trafficker rescued from plane crash off Florida linked to Bahamas politician

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Opposition leaders in the Bahamas are demanding an investigation into a suspected drug trafficker who survived a recent plane crash near Florida and was allegedly found with roughly $30,000, according to a U.S. federal agent. The money was inside a bag labeled with the name of an unidentified high-ranking politician from the archipelago.

The suspect, who was deported to the Bahamas more than a decade ago after being convicted on drug and money laundering charges, is accused of trafficking cocaine through the Bahamas to the U.S.

He also is accused of meeting the unnamed politician in October 2024 at the Bahamian Parliament in Nassau to talk about a deal involving some 1,000 kilograms (2,200 pounds) of cocaine, according to a court document filed May 14 in the Southern District of New York, a day after the plane crash. It stated that the politician “could provide security for the planned cocaine shipment” and was introduced to an unnamed suspect as a “future associate.”

The allegations are the latest blow to the Bahamas, whose police commissioner resigned in December 2024 after a sergeant and two officers were indicted in what the U.S. Justice Department at the time called “a massive cocaine conspiracy enabled by corrupt Bahamian government officials.”

“Since at least May 2021, drug traffickers have smuggled tons of cocaine through The Bahamas for importation into the U.S. with the help and support of corrupt Bahamian government officials,” the Justice Department said in 2024 when announcing charges against the chief superintendent of the Royal Bahamas Police Force.

Michael Pintard, leader of the opposition Free National Movement party, claimed Monday that he does not believe the Bahamas’ prime minister, who secured reelection the day of the plane crash, will hold anyone accountable.

“We issued warnings about the close relationship between members of this administration and characters of interest to police locally and internationally,” he told reporters.

Latrae Rahming, spokesman for the office of the prime minister, shared a statement with The Associated Press on Tuesday noting that the government is taking the matter “extremely seriously.” It stated that local law enforcement will launch its own inquiry and that the government will reach out to U.S. officials to seek the sharing of information and obtain any available evidence, adding that it has received no official information identifying any public official related to the case.

Source: U.S. says suspected drug trafficker rescued from plane crash off Florida linked to Bahamas politician – CBS Texas

But you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be witnesses to Me in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.
Acts 1:8

Recent Abortion News (April 8-15, 2026)

Here’s a concise overview of the main abortion-related developments from the past seven days. Activity focused on medication abortion access (especially mifepristone by mail), federal enforcement disputes, and…

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Several Twin Cities police departments considering the use of drones as first responders

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Several municipalities in the Twin Cities metro area are considering a program that would make drones first responders, essentially sending a camera in the sky to 911 calls ahead of police and firefighters. The Edina Police Department just concluded a two-week trial period and the Bloomington Police Department started testing drones soon after.  “[The drones] can go out there and be there before we have to put actual humans on the ground,” said Damon Bitney, Bloomington’s assistant police chief.  Bitney sees this technology as a way to keep first responders safer, while improving response times and tracking down suspects. “If we don’t have to send cars, that means that’s less cars that are going lights and sirens to calls,” Bitney said. “

It also means that if someone’s trying to hide or do something, or there’s a significant incident, that we can have, hopefully, have eyes on to see where those people might be.” While the drones are in the air responding, police officers are monitoring the camera feed and location from the station. It allows them to send out real-time information and, Bitney hopes, to deploy resources more effectively.  Sgt. Jason Behr from the Edina Police Department said speed is also a metric his officers are taking a closer look at. “When you call 911, you wanted them there five minutes ago, not 10 minutes from now,” Behr said. “If you can get somebody there faster and provide that overwatch and that insight to the officers, it just helps with public safety.”  Behr said over two weeks, the drones responded to a few dozen calls, including assault, theft and a medical emergency.  The drone program is already in place at the Minnetonka Police Department.

Since August, police there have logged over 600 flights. A spokesperson for the city said drones were first to the scene 68% of the time and police cleared 18% of calls without sending officers. The program costs about $260,000 a year to operate. The City of Minneapolis is also considering piloting a similar drone program. During a council committee meeting last week, several council members raised issues with privacy and unnecessary surveillance.  Council Member LaTrisha Vetaw is backing the pilot program and, during the meeting, praised the way drones could cut down on response times in her district. 

Source: Several Twin Cities police departments considering the use of drones as first responders – CBS Minnesota

Knowing that you were not redeemed with corruptible things, like silver or gold, from your aimless conduct received by tradition from your fathers, but with the precious blood of Christ, as of a lamb without blemish and without spot.
1 Peter 1:18-19

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Costco electric kettle recalled after fire hazard leaves person burned

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More than 113,000 electric kettles sold at Costco and HomeGoods have been recalled after reports that the handles can detach and spill hot water, including one reported second-degree burn, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The recall, announced May 14, involves ZWILLING J. A. Henckels Aktiengesellschaft Enfinigy Kettle and Enfinigy Kettle Pro electric stainless-steel kettles after reports of the handles loosening and separating, posing a risk of serious injury due to a burn hazard. About 113,440 kettles were recalled in the United States, according to the CPSC report. An additional 43,963 were sold in Canada and 48 were sold in Mexico. The firm received 163 reports of kettle handles loosening or separating, including five incidents involving handle separation and one reported second-degree burn.

The affected kettles can be identified by model numbers 53101-200 and 53101-201 for the 1.5L ENFINIGY Electric Kettle, and 53101-500, 53101-501, 53101-502, 53101-503 and 53101-504 for the 1.5L ENFINIGY Electric Kettle Pro.

Source: Costco electric kettle recalled after fire hazard leaves person burned

Therefore You are great, O Lord GOD. For there is none like You, nor is there any God besides You, according to all that we have heard with our ears.
2 Samuel 7:22

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Driver intentionally drove Cybertruck into North Texas lake to use vehicle’s “Wade Mode”, police say

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First responders had to remove a Tesla Cybertruck from Grapevine Lake late Monday evening, after the Grapevine Police Department said the driver intentionally drove it into the water. Grapevine Police Officers responded to the Katie’s Woods Park boat ramp, located off Katie’s Woods Drive, around 8 p.m. They arrived and found the Cybertruck in the lake near the shoreline. The department said the driver, Jimmy Jack McDaniel, told them he intentionally drove the vehicle into the lake to try and use its “Wade Mode” feature. However, the Cybertruck was disabled and took on water, police said, prompting the driver and a passenger to abandon it. The vehicle was removed with the help of the Grapevine Fire Department’s Water Rescue Team.

Police said McDaniel is charged with operation of a vehicle in a closed section of the lake, not having a valid boat registration and other water safety equipment violations.  The department reminds drivers that while a vehicle may be physically capable of entering shallow freshwater areas, doing so could create legal and safety concerns under Texas law. “We wouldn’t encourage willingly driving your vehicle into the water,” said Katharina Gamboa of the Grapevine Police Department.  “You know, not only that, it’s a safety concern, but it’s also a legal concern as well.” Gamboa said the city has boating ramps for safely putting your boats or permitted marine vessels into the lake. “We don’t encourage your cars going into the water,” she said. “So, we do prohibit motor vehicles from driving along the lake. It’s a safety issue.” According to Gamboa, Grapevine has a lot of lake goers and people at the beaches of the lake. She said children play on the shoreline, and it’s not safe to have a vehicle driving along that area.

Source: Driver intentionally drove Cybertruck into North Texas lake to use vehicle’s “Wade Mode”, police say – CBS Texas

For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God.
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Students injured after school bus crashes into tree in central Minnesota

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Several students were injured Monday afternoon after a school bus crashed in central Minnesota. According to the Stearns County Sheriff, the bus crashed along Jay Avenue, south of Highway 23 in Munson Township. Around 3:20 p.m., the bus left the road near the curve and entered a ditch and struck a tree. There were roughly 30 students of various ages on the bus at the time, the sheriff’s office said. Some sustained minor injuries, primarily cuts and bruises caused by broken windows. The bus was heavily damaged and was towed from the scene. The crash is under investigation. Drugs and alcohol do not appear to be a factor, according to the sheriff’s office.

Source: Students injured after school bus crashes into tree in central Minnesota – CBS Minnesota

Little children, keep yourselves from idols. Amen.
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First responders rescue horse from flooded creek near Marengo, Illinois

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Texas education leaders weigh adding Biblical texts to school reading lists as curriculum debate intensifies

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Iraqi militia releases kidnapped journalist Shelly Kittleson

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ICE arrests ‘sicko’ illegal migrant accused of kidnapping 4-year-old girl from Long Island laundromat 

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Dog saved by vets after eating seven chocolate Easter eggs

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Teacher Keeps Job After Allegedly ‘Licking’ Student’s Foot On Video

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Police officer saves dog after it fell through ice

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Iran calls on its youth to form human chains around power plants after Trump warns of ‘complete demolition’

Iran called on its youth Tuesday to form human chains around its power plants – after President Trump threatened to decimate the Islamic Republic’s energy infrastructure if it fails to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. “Power plants that are our national assets and capital, regardless of any taste or political viewpoint, belong to the future…

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Held When You’re Weak: The God Who Won’t Let You Fall

When fear tries to hold you back, God reminds you that He strengthens and upholds you. You can move forward knowing He holds you steady. He holds you up when it seems impossible to stand.  Bible Verse:”Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you,…

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When life turns up the heat, your faith isn’t falling apart, it’s being revealed. What feels like pressure is actually God proving that what He placed in you can’t be destroyed.  Bible Verse:In this you greatly rejoice, though now for a little while, if need be, you have been grieved in various trials, that the…

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Student suspended for pro-ICE flyer while teacher’s union spends $1.7M to help anti-ICE protests

Astudent at Torrey Pines High School in San Diego was suspended after posting a pro-Immigration and Customs Enforcement flyer reading, “We [heart] ICE – Real Americans,” following an anti-ICE walkout on campus, according to the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression. Student-led anti-ICE walkouts have continued to rise nationwide. In 2026 alone, more than 300 such walkouts…

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Letting God Take the Lead

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God doesn’t guide the loud, the proud, or the self-sufficient, He leads the humble who are willing to follow. Lay down your pride, and watch how clearly His path unfolds before you.

📖He will guide the humble in justice. He will teach the humble his way. Psalm 25:9


God delights in guiding the humble. Those who surrender pride and seek Him sincerely are not left wandering. Humility opens our hearts to God’s instruction and aligns our steps with His truth. When direction feels unclear, resist self-reliance. God promises to teach those who are teachable. Bow your heart before God, trust His wisdom, and allow Him to lead you gently. God teaches the humble not just where to go, but how to walk faithfully with Him. When we approach Him with openness, He leads us faithfully.

Thought to Ponder:
Ask God to reveal any pride blocking direction.

Journal Prompt:
How does humility affect my ability to hear God?

Prayer:
🙏Dear Heavenly Father, teach me Your ways and humble my heart. Help me to surrender my pride and have an open heart. In Jesus Name Amen.

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Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; For You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me.
Psalm 23:4

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Rep. Thomas Massie becomes latest GOP incumbent to fall in primary after Trump backs challenger

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Trump-backed Ed Gallrein defeated Rep. Thomas Massie in Kentucky’s 4th Congressional District Republican primary on Tuesday, CBS News has projected.  Massie is the latest incumbent Republican to fall in a primary to a challenger endorsed by President Trump, who has successfully targeted a number of Republicans he has deemed his adversaries in recent primaries.  Last week, Massie referred to himself as the “main event” on Mr. Trump’s revenge tour.  Massie conceded to Gallrein in a speech Tuesday, closing out a primary race that he quipped “went on longer than Vietnam.” Trump allies celebrated Gallrein’s victory. Former Trump 2024 co-campaign manager Chris LaCivita wrote on X that GOP voters “want to know that someone represents their views,” and Massie “failed Republicans on all counts.”

Earlier, LaCivita posted a photo of Mr. Trump showing his middle finger. “Do not ever doubt President Trump and his political power,” White House Communications Director Steven Cheung wrote on social media, likely responding to Massie’s loss. “F*** around, find out.” The race in northern Kentucky was the most expensive House primary in history, with pro-Israel interest groups pumping millions in the contest in a bid to unseat Massie, who has been a thorn in Mr. Trump’s side. In an interview with CBS News on Monday, Massie said spending by pro-Israel interest groups caused more disruption in the race than the president. In a typical year, Massie said he would have won the primary with 80% of the vote. He estimated Mr. Trump’s endorsement of Gallrein lowered his support to 60%, and spending from the pro-Israel lobby further eroded it. 

Source: Rep. Thomas Massie becomes latest GOP incumbent to fall in primary after Trump backs challenger – CBS News

However, for this reason I obtained mercy, that in me first Jesus Christ might show all longsuffering, as a pattern to those who are going to believe on Him for everlasting life.
1 Timothy 1:16

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Primary Elections; May 19, 2026

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State Primaries May 19,2026

Today, Tuesday, May 19, 2026, is a major primary election day in six states: Alabama, Georgia, Idaho, Kentucky, Oregon, and Pennsylvania. These are mostly partisan primaries (Democratic and Republican) to select nominees for the November 3, 2026, general election. Races include U.S. Senate, U.S. House, governor, lieutenant governor, attorney general, secretary of state, state legislature, and some local/judicial offices. Some states (Alabama and Georgia) may hold runoffs on June 16 if no candidate gets a majority.

npr.orgPolls are open today (typically 7 a.m.–7/8 p.m. local time, varying by state). Check your state’s election website or apps like Ballotpedia/Vote411 for your exact ballot, polling place, and deadlines (e.g., many states already passed voter registration cutoffs).Here’s a breakdown of the states voting today and the key races + notable candidates (focused on contested statewide and high-profile federal races; full candidate lists are available on state SOS sites or Ballotpedia). Many races feature Trump endorsements, incumbent challenges, or open seats. npr.org +1

Alabama

  • Governor (open seat; term-limited Gov. Kay Ivey, R):
    Republican primary: U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (leading), Ken McFeeters, Will Santivasci.
    Democratic primary: Doug Jones (former U.S. Sen.), Yolanda Flowers (2022 nominee), Will Boyd, Ja’Mel Brown, others. ballotpedia.org
  • U.S. Senate (open; Tuberville running for governor):
    Crowded Republican primary (e.g., U.S. Rep. Barry Moore, Jared Hudson [polling lead], AG Steve Marshall, others). Democratic candidates also running. algop.org
  • Some U.S. House districts (note: primaries in Districts 1, 2, 6, and 7 postponed to August due to redistricting).

Georgia

  • Governor (open seat; term-limited Gov. Brian Kemp, R):
    Republican primary (likely runoff): Lt. Gov. Burt Jones (Trump-backed), billionaire Rick Jackson (self-funding heavily), others including Brad Raffensperger.
    Democratic primary: Keisha Lance Bottoms (former Atlanta mayor), others. x.com
  • U.S. Senate (incumbent Dem. Jon Ossoff):
    Republican primary (to challenge Ossoff; likely runoff; highly competitive): U.S. Reps. Earl “Buddy” Carter and Mike Collins, Derek Dooley (Kemp-backed), others. ballotpedia.org
  • Other: Lt. Governor, Attorney General, Secretary of State, and State Supreme Court races.

Idaho

  • Governor (incumbent Gov. Brad Little, R, seeking re-election):
    Republican primary: Brad Little, Sean Crystal, Mark Fitzpatrick, Ethan Giles, others.
    Democratic primary: Maxine Durand, Jill Kirkham, Terri Pickens, Chanelle Torrez. ballotpedia.org
  • All 105 state legislative seats up; U.S. House and other statewide offices (Lt. Gov., AG, Secretary of State).

Kentucky

  • U.S. House, District 4 (high-profile Trump test):
    Republican primary: Incumbent Rep. Thomas Massie vs. Ed Gallrein (dairy farmer/ex-Navy SEAL; Trump-endorsed challenger). ballotpedia.org
  • U.S. Senate (open seat; longtime Sen. Mitch McConnell retiring):
    Crowded Democratic primary to try to flip the seat (no Democrat has won it in 25+ years). fox19.com
  • Other congressional and statewide races.

Oregon

  • Governor (incumbent Gov. Tina Kotek, D, facing challenges):
    Democratic primary (closed primary system—only registered Democrats vote).
    Other races and ballot measures (including proposed gas taxes). npr.org

Pennsylvania

  • Multiple competitive U.S. House races (key to House control; several Republican-held toss-ups).
    Notable Democratic primaries (e.g., PA-3, involving debates over Gaza and progressive vs. moderate positioning). npr.org
  • State legislative and other local races (no major gubernatorial/Senate primaries this cycle).

These primaries are drawing national attention for testing party dynamics, Trump’s influence in the GOP, and battleground implications (especially Georgia’s Senate/gubernatorial races). For the most up-to-date candidate lists, results (as they come in), or your specific ballot, visit your state’s Secretary of State website, Ballotpedia.org, or 270toWin.com. Voting info is also at Vote411.org or your county election office.

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For You formed my inward parts; You covered me in my mother’s womb. I will praise You, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made; Marvelous are Your works, And that my soul knows very well.
Psalm 139:13-14

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Santa Rosa Island Fire burns more than 10,000 acres in Channel Islands National Park

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A brush fire burning on Santa Rosa Island has burned more than 10,000 acres in the Channel Islands National Park, according to the U.S. National Park Service.  The blaze was reported on Friday afternoon at around 4:20 p.m. between Ford Point and South Point on the southern side of Santa Rosa Island, firefighters said.  Within three hours of ignition, Cal Fire officials, who were assisting the National Park Service with tracking the size of the blaze, said that more than 1,200 acres had burned. On Saturday night, the fire was mapped at 5,690 acres and by 4:31 p.m. Sunday, they said it was 10,0029 acres and 0% contained. 

The cause of the fire remains under investigation. At least 70 firefighters and park rangers were battling the flames, according to NPS officials, who also said that there are no visitors on the island and that flames are being fueled by dense vegetation and strong winds blowing in the area.  The National Weather Service issued a Gale Warning for the area, which is expected to remain in place until at least 3 a.m. on Monday.  Two historic structures, Johnson’s Lee Equipment Shed and Wreck Line Camp Cabin, were destroyed by the fire, which NPS officials said was a “full-suppression human-caused wildfire.” They further noted that the status of the historic South Point Lighthouse is unknown as fire continued to burn nearby on Sunday afternoon.  On Friday, the U.S. Coast Guard officials said that they rescued a 67-year-old man from shore.  Santa Rosa Island is one of five islands located off the Southern California coast in the Pacific Ocean.

Source: Santa Rosa Island Fire burns more than 10,000 acres in Channel Islands National Park – CBS Los Angeles

Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that you may abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.
Romans 15:13

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Maine high school students accidentally serve a dirt pie at a charity dinner

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Teenagers are known for dishing out the dirt, but not quite like this. Students at a high school in Maine were fed potting soil at a community service event raising money to fight hunger, in a bizarre incident the school called “an unfortunate accident.” Students at Medomack Valley High School in Waldoboro had baked a batch of potting soil earlier that day during a science class experiment to determine the effect of sterilized soil on plant growth, according to a statement from the school. “The soil had been placed in a baking dish covered with foil and set off to the side of the stove area, separate from the Empty Bowl Supper food items,” the statement signed by principal Linda Pease read.

Later, in the mad dash to serve guests at the charity dinner, the oven-roasted dirt got mixed in with other food items meant for the meal and was brought out for service.

Source: Maine high school students accidentally served dirt at charity dinner

And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose.
Romans 8:28

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Hot dog bandit is caught by cops as the ‘red-haired suspect’ is caught with mouthful

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Cana­dian police said they caught a hot dog thief, and the ban­dit did not make an attempt to con­ceal the evid­ence.

A con­stable was on patrol in Blair­more, Alberta, when she spot­ted a red-haired fox car­ry­ing five or six full hot dogs in its mouth, accord­ing to the Royal Cana­dian Moun­ted Police in Alberta. Police pos­ted the fox’s photo on social media last week, with a wink and a nod, to warn the pub­lic about the brazen crim­inal.

Thou­sands of people shared the photo, includ­ing many who jok­ingly insisted the fox was wrongly accused.

“He is inno­cent!!!” someone wrote. “Could have got those wein­ers any­where!!!”

“Sus­pect asks for con­sid­er­a­tion on the grounds of extreme cute­ness,” another per­son said.

“Gen­er­ally against ‘ crime’ but maybe this one gets a pass,” wrote another com­ment­ator.

Police didn’t take the animal into cus­tody or file charges.

“The sus­pect was released without con­di­tions — and a full belly!” accord­ing to the police depart­ment’s Ins­tagram post.

Police shared the photo with a dead­pan and fic­tional back­story of how they received a call report­ing a bar­be­cue theft. It’s unclear where the fox found the hot dogs.

“We’re hop­ing that people see it for what it was: a light­hearted story — something funny — to share with the pub­lic and, you know, something that hope­fully will bring smiles to a few people,” Cpl. Mathew How­ell told The Wash­ing­ton Post.

The fox was spot­ted with the mouth­ful of cookout con­tra­band a week before Vic­toria Day, a hol­i­day hon­or­ing Bri­tain’s Queen Vic­toria, who signed the Brit­ish North Amer­ica Act that estab­lished Canada as a coun­try in 1867. Cana­dians cel­eb­rate the hol­i­day sim­il­arly to how Amer­ic­ans observe Memorial Day — with lots of bar­be­cues.

The con­stable who saw the fox was in a neigh­bor­hood sur­roun­ded by woods, How­ell said. Mat­ing sea­son for red foxes in Alberta is in Janu­ary and Feb­ru­ary, mean­ing their kits are typ­ic­ally born in the spring.

After the con­stable took the photo of the fox, How­ell said, the animal ran into the woods. With cookout and camp­ing sea­son start­ing in Alberta, How­ell said, it’s pos­sible the fox won’t be the only clever animal try­ing to sneak off with large amounts of pic­nic food. Though per­haps oth­ers will be less auda­cious.

“We hope every­one is kick­ing off BBQ sea­son safely!” the police depart­ment’s post ended.

Source: Hot dog bandit fox snapped by cops as ‘red-haired suspect’ is caught with mouthful – Daily Star

The LORD is on my side; I will not fear. What can man do to me?
Psalm 118:6

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Chosen for a Time Like This; We Live in the Age of Grace

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This moment in history is not meaningless, it is merciful. Every sunrise is another opportunity for salvation and surrender.

“ And this gospel of the kingdom will be proclaimed throughout the whole world as a testimony to all nations, and then the end will come.” Matthew 24:14

We currently live one of the most amazing seasons often called the Church Age, the time between Christ’s first coming and second coming. This is the era where the Gospel is spreading across the world, nations, languages, and cultures.

Jesus said the Gospel would be preached throughout the whole world. Today, through missions, technology, churches, translations, and media, the message of Christ continues to advance. What prophets longed to see, we are currently witnessing.

Since the day Christ was raised from the dead it has been marked by grace. Sins can be forgiven. Hearts can be changed. Broken lives can be restored. People from every background can become children of God through faith in Jesus Christ.

Even though it is so interesting sometimes we will focus so much on future prophecy that we forget our present responsibility. While we wait for Christ’s return, we are called to share His love now. The purpose of prophecy is not passive curiosity, it is active obedience.

We are not merely waiting for the end. We are serving in the meantime. We are praying, loving, witnessing, forgiving, and growing.

We need to appreciate each and every day as a gift. Every conversation may be a divine opportunity. Every act of kindness can reflect the Kingdom of God.

Do not underestimate the season you are living in. God placed you in this generation on purpose. He knew the cultural challenges, the spiritual battles, and the opportunities available. He chose this time for your life because He intends to use you in it.

The age of grace will not last forever, but while it remains, let us live urgently and joyfully.

Thought to Ponder:

Are you using today’s opportunities as if grace is precious and time is limited?

Journaling Prompt:

Who in your life needs the hope of Christ right now, and how can you be a witness to them this week?

Prayer:

Dear Heavenly Father, thank You for the evidence of fulfilled prophecy and Your unchanging faithfulness. Thank You for the gift of grace and the privilege of living in this season. Help me use my time wisely, love others deeply, and share Your truth boldly. Make my life fruitful these days. Remind me that Your delays are never wasted and Your promises never fail. Give me peace while I wait and faith while I cannot see. Be my light for the road ahead and the pavement to smooth out the bumps. In Jesus Name Amen

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Wildfires in northern Minnesota spreading to hundreds of acres

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It’s a desperate fight— on the ground and in the air— against the spread of massive, destructive wildfires in northern Minnesota. The Flanders wildfire near Breezy Point is the largest— 1500 acres and growing, with zero containment.     “You know, it’s an incredible amount of destruction we’ve seen in the last couple of days,” says Jason Metsa, owner of Pelican Lake Resort on Norway Point. “Things are primed for the forests up here to be a tinderbox right now.” Crow Wing County officials have called for some residents to evacuate their homes; others are on standby. Meanwhile, Metsa shared several videos with KSTP, showing flames just off Nett Lake Road in rural Orr, Minnesota.

What began as a grass fire, possibly sparked off by a fallen power line— expanded to ten acres.

“We just ran into the fire, started stomping stuff out and the DNR showed up with some water,” Metsa says. “Several minutes later and we were able to scotch that one out and make sure it didn’t take off.”

“We could see it jump the road and it was climbing the trees, and it was a mile south of us,” recalls Lara Coyer.

She and her husband Ross are owners of the Cabin O’Pines resort, on the south side of Pelican Lake.

“There were forty-foot, fifty-foot balsam and pine trees that were completely engulfed,” Ross Coyer says. “That’s the critical moment. When we saw those flames, we knew it was very serious.”

The couple says they were preparing to evacuate about twenty guests, when firefighters arrived.

“That first truck if they had not turned up and got it when it went to the other side of the road and doused it straight away, we’d be having a very different conversation right now,” Lara Coyer declares.  

At the Stewart Trail fire in the Two Harbors area, there are 108 firefighters on the line.

Aircraft are dropping water and fire retardant, even as about 375 acres remain on fire, with zero containment.

“Team crews of firefighters have been working on putting in hand lines, which remove vegetation down to the soil level so the fire can’t burn across it,” explains Karen Harrison, a spokesperson for the Minnesota Incident Command System.

Source: Wildfires in northern Minnesota spreading to hundreds of acres – KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News

Do not labor for the food which perishes, but for the food which endures to everlasting life, which the Son of Man will give you, because God the Father has set His seal on Him.
John 6:27

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Recognizing the Trap of Offense

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A wounded heart builds walls higher than pride ever could, harder to win back than a fortified city. Choose your words carefully, because one broken relationship can become a locked gate few ever reopen.

📖 A brother offended is more unyielding than a strong city. Proverbs 18:19


Offense hardens the heart. What feels like self-protection quietly becomes a prison. Scripture warns that offense builds walls stronger than stone, blocking reconciliation, peace, and joy. Healing begins by acknowledging the trap and choosing humility over pride. God’s freedom always starts with honesty.

Thought to Ponder:
Identify one offense you’ve been carrying.

Journal Prompt:
How has this offense affected my thoughts or relationships?

Prayer:
🙏Dear Heavenly Father, show me where offense has taken root. I choose freedom over bitterness. Lord help me to work on those things that I am offended by. In Jesus Name Amen

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Enter by the narrow gate; for wide is the gate and broad is the way that leads to destruction, and there are many who go in by it. Because narrow is the gate and difficult is the way which leads to life, and there are few who find it.
Matthew 7:13-14

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Beloved Detroit Zoo chimpanzee Abby dies at age 42

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Abby, a chimpanzee who has spent the last 38 years at the Detroit Zoo, has died, zoo officials announced on Thursday. She was 42. Zoo officials say Abby was “compassionately euthanized this week following a decline in her health related to kidney failure.” “Our veterinary and animal care teams worked closely to keep her comfortable throughout her care, and the decision was made with deep love and respect for her quality of life,” officials said.

Source: Beloved Detroit Zoo chimpanzee Abby dies at age 42 – CBS Detroit

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Pittsburgh Zoo acquires 33-year-old Little Joe in gorilla trade with Boston’s Franklin Park Zoo

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Pittsburgh and Boston are making a trade. But instead of negotiating with athletes, they’re swapping gorillas.  The Pittsburgh Zoo announced on Thursday that it’s saying goodbye to Frankie, a 7-year-old male western lowland gorilla who was born to mom Moka in 2018, and welcoming 33-year-old silverback Little Joe from Boston’s Franklin Park Zoo.  The Pittsburgh Zoo says the move is part of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums’ gorilla species survival plan, which ensures that critically endangered gorillas in human care maintain a healthy and genetically diverse population.

Source: Pittsburgh Zoo acquires 33-year-old Little Joe in gorilla trade with Boston’s Franklin Park Zoo – CBS Pittsburgh

But the angel answered and said to the women, “Do not be afraid, for I know that you seek Jesus who was crucified. He is not here; for He is risen, as He said. Come, see the place where the Lord lay.”
Matthew 28:5-6

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