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Adam Hamilton to Continue Leading Kansas Megachurch After Senate Victory

Adam Hamilton, the Democrat elected to represent Kansas in the U.S. Senate, intends to remain senior pastor of his church while serving in Congress. Hamilton is scheduled to be sworn in as a U.S. senator on Jan. 3.

Churchgoers Average Just 51 on Biblical Literacy Quiz, Lifeway Research Finds
Nearly two-thirds of churchgoers failed a test measuring their knowledge of the Bible, highlighting widespread gaps in biblical literacy, according to a report published by Lifeway Research.
WNBA Star Sophie Cunningham Opens Up About Faith, Says ‘Revival Is Happening’
WNBA player Sophie Cunningham, who drew national media attention this season for objecting to male trans-identified athletes in women's sports, reflected on her faith journey on a podcast
NC County Appeals Preliminary Injunction in Summit Church Zoning Lawsuit
A North Carolina county has argued that its legal battle with J.D. Greear’s The Summit Church over a proposed campus expansion centers on the limits of federal court authority rather than allegations of religious discrimination.

68% of US Teens Would Turn to Jesus for Identity Advice, but Parents Rank Higher

More than two-thirds of American teenagers say they would feel comfortable seeking guidance from Jesus about their identity, although parents and friends remain their preferred sources of advice. Mothers emerged as the most trusted source of guidance, with 84% of teenagers expressing comfort in discussing identity-related questions.

James Talarico Draws on David and Jesus in Texas Senate Victory Speech
Democratic Texas state Rep. James Talarico drew comparisons between himself and the biblical figures of David and Jesus in a victory speech Tuesday after defeating Republican Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in the state's U.S. Senate election. “I'm reminded of that story from Scripture of a shepherd boy who goes up against a giant.”
Glenn Beck’s Charity Develops Alert System to Help Persecuted Christians in Nigeria Escape Threats
Glenn Beck’s humanitarian organization, Mercury One, is prioritizing efforts to assist Christians facing violence and persecution in Nigeria, as the conservative radio host warns that growing threats to religious freedom worldwide could eventually affect the United States. Mercury One provides humanitarian aid and supports persecuted Christians.
Megachurch Pastor’s Political Endorsements Renew Debate Over Johnson Amendment
A New Mexico megachurch pastor has publicly backed two Republican candidates in the 2026 midterm elections, renewing debate over federal rules restricting political campaign involvement by tax-exempt religious organizations. Steve Smothermon, pastor of Legacy Church, has urged his congregation to support Republican congressional candidates.