C.S. Lewis Christmas Sermon Is Profound Today

In this Christmas sermon, originally published just after the end of World War II, C.S. Lewis describes a reality that seems strangely similar to today. From Crosswalk. A 77-year-old magazine article by C.S. Lewis is receiving renewed attention in American culture for its discussion of a world that does not know right from wrong and … Continued

What Are ‘After-School Satan Clubs’ Teaching Kids?

The Satanic Temple is teaching elementary school kids that “Satan’s not an evil guy” and that “there is no hell.”  From The Christian Post. In a move school officials say is a bid to “cancel all faith-based organizations” working with public schools, the Massachusetts-based Satanic Temple caused a stir by announcing its first “After School Satan Club” … Continued

In Debates Over Christmas, What Does God Want Us to Learn?

John 10:22 references Yeshua’s being in Jerusalem to celebrate the Feast of Dedication, also called the Festival of Lights or Hanukkah (Chanukah) in the Jewish scriptures. Hanukkah commemorates the retaking of Jerusalem and the rededication of the Second Temple to God by a small, but mighty band of committed Jews in 165 B.C., following a … Continued

Struggling With Seasonal Depression?

Are you struggling with seasonal depression right now? If so, you’re not alone. I have been there, and so have many others. Join others crying out to the Lord day and night.   According to the American Psychiatric Association, “About 5 percent of adults in the U.S. experience SAD and it typically lasts about 40 … Continued

Calls for Jihad in Europe and the U.S.

As terrorism in the name of hatred and religion continues throughout the Middle East, one radical Muslim imam is calling for acts of terrorism in the West. From New York Post. An extremist Michigan cleric whose hate-filled sermons were said to have inspired the London Bridge terrorist attack has called on American Muslims to wage Jihad against … Continued

Will Persecution Come to America?

Intercessor, do you pray for the Christians facing persecution around the world? Have you ever faced any persecution for your beliefs? Visit your state page to pray.   This week’s episode of Pray with America’s Leaders covered the topic of persecution. IFA Chief Program Officer Kris Kubal was joined by Charles White, Ellen Grigsby, and “Bob,” … Continued

These Muslims in America Need Our Intercession

In a world that appears to have gone mad, in which the most prominent voices seem to be fueled by the Enemy’s insatiable thirst for mayhem, blood, and death, there is a silent majority numbering in the multiplied millions worldwide, people who desperately need our intercession. These are the moderate and nonreligious Muslims, those who … Continued

Effectively Disarming Division

Do you dread the conversations that might arise around the Christmas table as you gather with less-often-seen family members and friends? Do those anticipated differences of opinion start to overshadow your joy? Does each such issue seem to straddle a divide so deep and wide that you can barely see those who are “on the … Continued

Revelation and Joy in Unusual Circumstances

Have you ever been out jogging and reached the point at which your body felt like the weight of an 18-wheeler? You may have wondered whether you’d ever be able to move again. Now imagine seeing a large, unattended dog begin an ears-up, full-on run toward you at that very moment. It happened to me … Continued

During this Festival of Lights (Hanukhah), Let’s Up Our Wattage

We have an opportunity to corporately do something that will boost the power of our intercession beyond human comprehension. During the Festival of Lights, December 7 – 15, 2023 (5784), let’s rededicate ourselves to loving our brothers and sisters in Christ. A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another: just as I have loved … Continued

Is There a Purpose in Persecution?

Almost two years ago, an intercessor named Nancy contacted IFA about a dream she’d had over two decades ago. The dream centered around a coming persecution of the Church as concerns the LGBTQ agenda — though this was long before that acronym had even come into widespread use. Since then, though, that aggressive agenda has … Continued

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