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• Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke at the Munich Security Conference, crediting Christian faith with shaping Western civilization.
• He urged stronger border controls to preserve national sovereignty and promote social stability.
• Rubio linked shared Christian heritage to unity between the United States and Europe.

At the Munich Security Conference, Secretary Rubio championed Christianity as the foundation of Western identity, inspiring a steadfast defense of faith, family, and freedom. He argued that open borders and global institutions have weakened cultural roots and public order.

Rubio emphasized that Christian values and shared history make the United States and Europe part of one civilization, bound together by faith and heritage.

“The men who settled and built the nation of my birth arrived on our shores carrying the memories and the traditions and the Christian faith of their ancestors as a sacred inheritance, an unbreakable link between the old world and the new.”

He highlighted the necessity of strong national sovereignty, industrial renewal, and secure borders to safeguard liberty. Rubio maintained that public cohesion and true freedom flourish when nations honor their Christian inheritance and defend their communities.

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• The “Quiet Revival” study shows a rise in interest in Christianity in secular Britain.
• The Bible Society stands by its robust research methodology and findings.
• Young men and adults show growing curiosity about faith and the Bible.

The recent “Quiet Revival” report from the Bible Society of England and Wales points to a renewed interest in Christian faith across modern British society. Churches have seen this trend on the ground, confirming the findings observed in the study.

“Our data is robust.”

Rhiannon McAleer said.

She expressed delight in the consistent feedback from churches, noting that the research team had noticed changes in spiritual engagement even before the survey. The study’s methodology was checked and supported by YouGov, giving added confidence in the results.

“We were, of course, delighted by that. I think the most remarkable thing has been the amount of feedback we have had from churches on the ground who have said, ‘This absolutely resonates with what we were seeing — we thought it was just us — to see it’s happening elsewhere…’ and that has really changed how people feel about the place of Christianity today.”

Rhiannon McAleer said.

Young people, especially young men outside the church, are increasingly open to learning about the Bible. Influencers in sports and music, as well as voices encouraging authenticity, have helped normalize conversations about faith.

“In our dataset we have a question asking, ‘To what extent would you agree or disagree that it’s a positive thing for Christians to talk about their faith with non-Christians?’ Again, young adults were most likely to agree with that.”

McAleer said.

This spiritual openness offers churches a renewed mission field, even as challenges remain regarding trust in institutions among the youth. Let us hold strong to our Christian heritage and encourage those seeking purpose and truth to explore God’s Word.

Read the full report at Christian Daily

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• The Evangelical Alliance Ireland has raised alarms about young girls’ exposure to explicit online content.
• Nick Park supports stronger government action to enforce age restrictions on social media.
• Concerns have been voiced about the normalization of adult content targeting teenagers through popular platforms and influencer campaigns.

The recent commentary by Nick Park shines a light on the troubling reality facing young girls in today’s digital age. Social media platforms are increasingly used to push adult content towards vulnerable youth, creating a grave concern for Christian families and communities.

Teacher and researcher Eoghan Cleary examined how influencers and advertising campaigns can subtly introduce sexualized content to teenage audiences. “Ask a teen or tween on social media who the ‘bop house girls’ are, and many would be able to tell you,” Cleary wrote.

With polls showing an alarming openness to platforms like OnlyFans, the lines between mainstream influence and adult content are being blurred for teenagers. Parents and faith communities are being called upon to collaborate closely with educators to uphold biblical values and safeguard young minds.

“As Christians, now more than ever, we need to clearly articulate a biblical view of sexual morality and teach children consistently,” Park said.

Believers are encouraged to stand firm, promote truth, and work together for the protection of Ireland’s youth. Let us champion biblical purity and demand higher standards from both industry and government.

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