Faith
God’s Call to Renew Europe’s Faith
Faith Facts
- Rev. Jan C. Wessels urges European Christians toward repentance and renewal by 2026.
- He warns against eroding religious freedom, church disunity, and the rise of nationalism and materialism.
- Wessels calls for faithfulness, unity, and true discipleship to confront these challenges.
God has not withdrawn His presence from Europe, even as society faces significant trials.
Rev. Jan C. Wessels, Co-General Secretary of the European Evangelical Alliance, asks if the church is ready to repent and follow God’s lead in these times.
In his address, Wessels highlights spiritual and societal divides, such as religious freedom being threatened and increasing secularization.
He also notes a positive movement toward stronger discipleship and outreach, particularly among youth and newcomers to Europe.
“Europe stands at a decisive moment in its history.”
“The continent that once sent missionaries across the world now finds itself a mission field again — contested, fragmented, restless, yet deeply loved by God.”
“The year 2026 confronts European Christians with urgent challenges that demand spiritual discernment and prophetic courage.”
“But it also presents God-given opportunities that call for repentance, renewal, and faithful obedience.”
He describes a battle for the soul of Europe—one rooted in both ideas and spiritual struggles.
Wessels warns that foundational freedoms tied to the biblical worldview, such as religious liberty, are at risk in a time of rising hostility to faith.
“It is a war against foundational Western values such as freedom of religion or belief, values that did not emerge accidentally but were forged in societies shaped by the biblical vision of human dignity and responsibility before God.”
“Today these freedoms are increasingly eroded by autocratic impulses, cultural hostility toward faith, and the stigmatization of Christian convictions.”
Referencing Romans 1:18, he stresses that when truth is replaced by wickedness, injustice arises.
Wessels affirms defending religious freedom as a way to protect the Gospel and the dignity of every person.
Confronting division within the church, Wessels mourns the growing disunity among believers over issues of baptism, church roles, and human sexuality, which undermines Christ’s message of reconciliation.
“Jesus’ words cut sharply through our ecclesial debates.”
He reminds the church of Luke 11:17:
“Every kingdom divided against itself will be ruined.”
“Truth matters — but so does love.”
“Orthodoxy without humility becomes a clanging cymbal.”
“If I speak in the tongues of men or of angels, but do not have love, I am only a resounding gong or a clanging cymbal.”
Wessels continues, drawing on 2 Corinthians 5:18–20, that all Christians carry the ministry of reconciliation.
He says the church should storm division with Christ-like humility and unity.
Addressing nationalism, he notes that while patriotism is not wrong, making nationhood ultimate transgresses the Kingdom call, and reminds: “Our citizenship is in heaven” (Philippians 3:20), and God’s saving love reaches the whole world.
He cautions the church against adopting fear and exclusion, warning that prioritizing borders over people opposes the very heart of the gospel.
Materialism and comfort, even inside the church, are highlighted as dangers; these diminish sacrificial discipleship and contradict Christ’s humility and service.
He cites Matthew 6:24:
“Jesus’ warning remains prophetic: ‘You cannot serve both God and Mammon.’”
Finally, Wessels urges European Christians to consider their responsibility for the stewardship of God’s creation, warning against ignoring the cries of the earth and the impact on global neighbors.
This is a time for repentance, courage, and prophetic obedience so the church can bear faithful witness to Christ in a changing Europe.
Faithful discipleship rooted in Biblical values is the path leading our families, nations, and continent back to God’s freedom and hope.
Faith Facts
- Dylan Mandell, a Christian social media influencer, has received his fourth cancer diagnosis in four years.
- Mandell publicly declares he is standing on God’s promise of long life despite the repeated health trials.
- The influencer’s testimony highlights unwavering faith and reliance on Scripture amid suffering.
Christian social media influencer Dylan Mandell has been diagnosed with cancer for the fourth time in four years. Yet he refuses to let fear define his story. Instead, he is clinging to the biblical promise of long life.
“I am holding on to God’s promise of long life,” Mandell said. The statement reflects his determination to trust Scripture even when circumstances appear grim.
Family, friends, and followers have rallied around Mandell as he faces this latest battle. His transparency about his health has encouraged many believers to strengthen their own faith during trials.
Through every diagnosis, Mandell has pointed others back to the Word of God. He continues to share messages of hope grounded in Scripture rather than statistics.
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Faith Facts
- Frank Turek continues sharing the Gospel on college campuses despite the trauma of witnessing Charlie Kirk’s assassination.
- Turek credits his faith in Christ for helping him process the violence and remain committed to truth.
- The Christian apologist warns that America is engaged in a spiritual battle over reality itself.
Christian apologist Frank Turek has spoken candidly about the profound effect of watching Charlie Kirk’s assassination unfold before his eyes. The shocking act of violence has not silenced his message. Instead, it has strengthened his resolve to continue proclaiming the Gospel on university campuses across the nation.
Turek explained that his faith has been the anchor keeping him steady through the aftermath of the tragedy. He described turning to Scripture and prayer as he grappled with the reality of what he witnessed. That same faith now fuels his determination to keep engaging students with biblical truth.
“The war on reality is real, and it is spiritual,” Turek stated.
He emphasized that the same cultural forces celebrating the murder of Charlie Kirk are the forces actively opposing biblical Christianity on campuses and in the public square. Turek refused to retreat in the face of such hostility, insisting that the Gospel must still be proclaimed even when the cost is high.
“I refuse to back down,” he declared.
Turek’s commitment reflects a broader pattern among Christian leaders who view current cultural battles as part of an ongoing spiritual conflict. He continues to equip believers with apologetics while urging them to stand firm in the face of increasing opposition to traditional values and religious liberty.
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Faith Facts
- Parents in Connecticut challenged a state law that removed religious exemptions for school vaccine requirements.
- The lawsuit was dismissed after a judge ruled the exemptions are not protected under existing religious freedom statutes.
- The decision leaves families with no legal recourse when their sincerely held beliefs conflict with state mandates.
Parents who filed suit to protect their right to decline vaccines on religious grounds saw their case dismissed by a Connecticut judge. The court ruled that the state law eliminating religious exemptions does not violate the state’s religious freedom protections.
The decision means children whose parents hold sincere religious objections to certain vaccines will still be required to receive them in order to attend public school. Families who believe vaccination conflicts with their faith now face limited options within the state.
“The plaintiffs have failed to demonstrate that the religious exemptions are protected under the state religious freedom law,” the ruling stated.
Advocates for parental rights argue the ruling prioritizes government mandates over deeply held beliefs. They warn that similar efforts to remove religious exemptions could spread to other states if left unchallenged.
Critics of the original law contend it undermines the principle that parents, not the state, hold primary responsibility for medical decisions involving their children. They say the ruling sets a troubling precedent that could erode other conscience protections.
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