<p>Pastor Jentezen Franklin of Free Chapel in Gainesville, Ga., brings a word of hope to Christians, charging young Americans to &ldquo;turn on the light&rdquo; in the world around them in an interview with TWS. He reminds Christians of the biblical mandate to pray for leaders on every side of the aisle.</p><p>Watch Pastor Jentezen Franklin's full talk <a href="https://bcove.video/3RWPb0j">here</a>.</p><p><iframe title="YouTube video player" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/AT0WTk_2w40" width="560" height="315" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></p>

Pastor Jentezen Franklin of Free Chapel in Gainesville, Ga., brings a word of hope to Christians, charging young Americans to "turn on the light" in the world around them in an interview with TWS. He reminds Christians of the biblical mandate to pray for leaders on every side of the aisle.

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The government of the United States may soon be headed toward territory it has not encountered since the Civil War: having sitting members of Congress who openly defy the Constitution and express the desire to overthrow America's constitutional republic in favor of a government based on socialist and communist principles.

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Looking for something uplifting to watch with the family this summer? The sun-soaked months ahead are packed with faith-forward films that bring inspiring stories, biblical history, heartfelt comedy and messages of hope to the big screen. From Christian camp hijinks and redemption stories to biblical epics and inspiring true-life documentaries, these theatrical releases offer audiences entertainment that highlights faith, redemption, perseverance, and family values. Here's a look at six of the most anticipated faith-based and family-friendly movies arriving in theaters this summer and early fall.

South Carolina could quickly become the scene of a turbulent and fractious special primary election as multiple Republicans battle in an August 11 special primary election to replace the suddenly deceased Senator Lindsey Graham as the GOP's new nominee.

If you're wondering how crazy Congress will be these next two weeks, the most quotable member of the Senate GOP quipped that it would be busier than "happy hour at an airport Chili's." And Senator John Kennedy (R-La.) isn't wrong. House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) and Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) aren't just mourning the shocking loss of Senator Lindsey Graham, they're also staring down an avalanche of deadlines - any one of which could be fatal for their party to miss.

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During his confirmation hearing before the U.S. Senate on Wednesday, acting Attorney General Todd Blanche faced a range of questions from Republicans regarding the abortion drug mifepristone. While the AG hopeful defended President Donald Trump's record on defending unborn life and the recent shift in policy within the Trump administration, which many have suggested appears to be inaction on the abortion drug in particular, Blanche did commit to addressing the abortion pill crisis as attorney general.

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