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Tag: church persecution

Exterior of Cities Church in St. Paul, Minnesota, where a worship service was disrupted by protesters in January 2026.

Minnesota Church Riot More Disturbing Than First Reported

A Minnesota church service was disrupted by protesters during worship. In light of Romans 12, this devotion examines what happened and how Christians respond.

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A weathered stone church wall cracked down the center, illuminated by golden sunlight breaking through dark storm clouds.

The Church Doesn’t Need Your Approval to Survive

They’ve mocked her, tried to muzzle her, even cracked her walls—but the Church still stands. This fiery meditation on Psalm 129 reminds us that Christ’s Bride doesn’t need cultural approval to endure. She only needs her King.

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