Our nation faces many consequential challenges that should keep us in prayer and propel us to action. One issue unfolding before us is the unraveling of U.S. support for Israel. We believe uncompromising support for Israel is critical at this moment in history and therefore we need to pray, and we need to act. We want to invite you to join us in a nationwide initiative to pray for and stand with Israel on Sunday, May 19th.
It is abundantly clear that, given the challenges and complexities facing Israel – both politically and spiritually – it is imperative that we, as believers within the body of Christ, visibly demonstrate our unwavering support for Israel anchored in the word of God. Our unified prayer and visible declaration of support for Israel are powerful expressions that significantly affect the relationship between the United States and Israel.
With this goal in mind, we are calling on Bible-believing churches nationwide to pray for and stand with Israel collectively on Sunday, May 19th, by dedicating a portion of their Sunday services to pray for Israel’s peace, prosperity, and protection.
The significance of this endeavor cannot be overstated. There is an urgent need for the body of Christ to visibly show their support for the people of Israel. By uniting in prayer for Israel, we fulfill a biblical mandate to bless and pray for the nation and bring much-needed visibility to our commitment to stand with the Jewish nation of Israel. Additionally, our collective voice is a powerful testament to our shared belief in the importance of standing alongside the Jewish people.
We ask you to commit to two things:
Sign the Pledge to publicly commit to join this movement by praying for Israel on Sunday, May 19 (details can be found on our website, prayandstand.com).
Share this invitation with your pastor and church to come alongside you and make the same commitment. Our goal is to see 20,000 churches and ministries collectively make this proclamation on Sunday, May 19th. An invite letter and other materials can be found here.
God said He would bless those who bless Israel. Our nation needs the blessing of God; as we pray for and stand with Israel, may God’s blessing be seen once again upon America.
Thank you for considering this invitation, and may God bless you abundantly as we work together to stand with Israel.
I’ve had the privilege of interviewing Brennley Brown in the past about her faith, and her radiant spirit has always left a lasting impression. Her incredible talent was evident from her time on “The Voice,” but it’s her unwavering trust in God that truly inspires me. Now, with her new single “Miracle Story,” she’s beautifully blending her musical gifts and her sincere belief.
“Miracle Story” speaks to God’s constant presence even when we struggle to see His plan unfolding. It’s a song of hope, a reminder that He can turn even difficult circumstances into miracles. I remember our conversation where Brennley shared how her faith sustained her through life’s challenges. This song echoes that resilience, that trust in God’s greater vision.
Musically, “Miracle Story” draws on Brennley’s love for classic country storytelling, weaving it with a heartfelt Gospel spirit. It’s so encouraging to see a young artist so unashamed to let her faith guide her work.
I’m excited to see where Brennley’s musical journey leads her. If “Miracle Story” is any indication, we can expect many more soul-stirring songs that inspire us and point us back to God’s goodness.
As an evangelical Christian pastor, I’m heartened to see players openly sharing their Christian testimonies on such a significant platform. The stories of these athletes remind us that even in the high-pressure world of professional sports, one’s identity in Christ remains a steadfast anchor.
Harrison Butker, the kicker for the Kansas City Chiefs, articulates this beautifully. His wonder at the precision of his kicks leads him to acknowledge a higher power at work. It’s a powerful reminder that our talents and successes, no matter how seemingly self-driven, are gifts from God.
Tight end Noah Gray’s statement is a reflection of humility and gratitude. In both triumph and trial, turning to our Heavenly Father is a source of strength and comfort. This sentiment is echoed by long snapper James Winchester, who highlights the importance of faith in navigating adversity.
The testimony of wide receiver Marquez Valdez-Scantling is particularly moving. His journey through dark times to find solace and purpose in God speaks volumes about the redemptive power of faith. It’s a poignant reminder of the hope and healing that Christ offers.
Quarterbacks Patrick Mahomes and Brock Purdy also shared their faith stories. Mahomes speaks of faith as a guiding force in being a role model, while Purdy emphasizes not clinging too tightly to worldly identities, but rather finding one’s true identity in Jesus.
Deebo Samuel, a wide receiver for the 49ers, practices a daily ritual of prayer and gratitude, acknowledging that without God, none of his achievements would be possible. Similarly, Arik Armstead, a defensive end, recognizes that while football has been transformative for him, it’s his faith that lays the foundation for his life.
Christian McCaffrey, a running back, speaks to the constancy of faith, regardless of life’s ups and downs. In a profession often characterized by uncertainty, this is a profound testament to the enduring nature of God’s presence.
Safety Tashaun Gipson carries mustard seeds as a symbol of faith – a small yet powerful metaphor for the might of belief in Jesus. And tight end Charlie Woerner’s humble acknowledgment of his own brokenness and the redemptive power of Christ’s sacrifice is a poignant reminder of the core of our Christian faith.
As we watch the Super Bowl, let us remember the stories of these athletes. Their testimony on the world stage serves as a powerful witness to the love and grace of Jesus Christ. Whether on the football field or in our daily lives, their stories inspire us to hold fast to our faith, to recognize our gifts as blessings from above, and to use our platforms, big or small, to glorify God.
In a world where sports often become a religion of their own, it’s refreshing and necessary to see the real heart of these players – men dedicated not just to the game, but to a life lived in Christ. As we enjoy the game, let’s also take a moment to reflect on the profound impact faith has in guiding, shaping, and enriching the lives of those who believe, both on and off the field. Credit: This blog post is based on reporting by CBN.
In a significant deviation from his usual approach, Pastor Boston delivered this sermon entirely from the heart, without the aid of notes or outlines. The context of the sermon was particularly poignant, following a week where Pastor Boston had conducted multiple funerals. These experiences brought him to a profound reflection on life, death, and the various facets of the Christian faith.
This sermon, born from a week of contemplation and sorrow, became a powerful and touching message, resonating deeply with the congregation. Recognizing the impact and universal relevance of his words, Pastor Boston felt compelled to share this sermon with a broader audience through his podcast.
The episode is a heartfelt exploration of faith, hope, and resilience in the face of loss, offering comfort and inspiration to listeners from all walks of life. “In these trying times, the teachings of faith can offer much-needed solace and perspective. It is my hope that this sermon can provide that to anyone who listens,” Pastor Boston remarked.
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Ed Boston Podcast Embraces Renewal and Vision for the Future After a Challenging Period
Columbus, IN – The Ed Boston Podcast, under the guidance of Pastor Ed Boston, faced significant changes in its trajectory since 2020. The pandemic initially led to a pause in regular podcasting as Pastor Boston shifted his focus towards prayer and ministering through social media platforms, particularly Facebook live streams. This transition was crucial in maintaining spiritual connectivity with the community during uncertain times. 2023 saw a series of attempts to reinvigorate the podcast, leading to a solid relaunch towards the year’s end.
Engagement with Angel Studios
Pastor Boston’s involvement with Angel Studios, as a member of the Angel Guild, marks a significant step in his commitment to faith-based and positive entertainment, influencing impactful film projects and media content.
Anticipation for ‘Unsung Hero’
The upcoming film “Unsung Hero,” set for release on April 26, 2024, is a source of excitement for Pastor Boston. This Christian drama, directed by Richard Ramsey and Joel Smallbone, features an inspiring tale of faith and perseverance, starring Joel Smallbone, Daisy Betts, and an impressive cast. The film’s themes resonate deeply with Pastor Boston’s mission.
Revitalizing the Podcast
In 2023, the podcast underwent a transformation, overcoming initial setbacks to refocus on providing inspiration and guidance. This process reflects Pastor Boston’s dedication to fostering a community rooted in faith and truth, as echoed in 3 John 1:4 (NIV).
Invitation to Publicists
Pastor Ed Boston extends an open invitation to publicists and representatives of faith-based and inspirational figures to consider the Ed Boston Podcast as a platform for their clients. The podcast offers an engaging and respectful space for meaningful conversations that align with its mission of faith, hope, and positivity.
Pastor Ed Boston warmly invites listeners to be part of the podcast’s renewed journey, poised for a new era of influence and inspiration in the world of faith-based media.
For more information about the Ed Boston Podcast, or to inquire about guest opportunities, visit edboston.com or follow Pastor Ed Boston on social media.
The plan for today was for Amy and I to record a Christmas video to our family, friends and followers. Unfortunately, my voice is totally gone making the video impossible.
Amy and I are in total awe of the support we receive in all of the different legs our ministry efforts.
To those who are part of The Father’s House, the home church that we founded that will begin year 4 in January – thank you for helping us keep a promise to God that if He allowed us to buy Amy’s childhood home that we would use it for His glory.
To our wonderful Old Union Church family, thank you for adopting us into your community, your families, and your church. We are truly blessed to be a part of something special that God has big plans for.
To our faithful Prayer and Share prayer warriors, you are amazing with prayers requests for over 700 situations having been shared and prayed for. What started as a prayer service about the pandemic in March of 2020, has morphed into many miracles, healings, and friendships with folks we would have never known.
To those who have ever been a part of the over 2000 episodes of The Ed Boston Podcast, you have helped this small town pastor do things that I would never have imagined. I’ve interviewed and prayed with a member of the Rock-n-Roll Hall of Fame: 2 winners, a runner-up, and finalist of America’s Got Talent; and a well known actress who most know from her role as an angel. I could name a long list of people you would recognize and proud to say that even though they may be rich or famous, they are just wonderful human beings like you and I. My friend Trevor, all the PR reps and contacts have been such a huge part of The Ed Boston podcast and I’m looking for big things to happen in 2024.
This week, there have been two huge examples of Professional Wrestling Superstars publicly talking about their faith. Below, is a video of Pastor Ed Young interviewing The Undertaker with The Phenom opening up about his Christian faith.
Below that, there are a couple of quotes from Roman Reigns about how his faith has helped him through his fight against Leukemia. During his announcement, Reigns let the world know that his cancer is in remission.
This isn’t the first time that we’ve reported on wrestlers being outspoken about their faith. We’ve had personal interviews with both Jeff Jarrett and A.J. Styles, who proudly share their faith publicly.
Enjoy what you read below and remember, while Professional Wrestlers may seem larger than life to many of their fans – the put their pants on one leg at a time and face the same struggles that everyone else does.
The Undertaker Opens Up About His Faith In New Interview With Pastor Ed Young (Video)
WWE Star Roman Reigns Announces His Cancer Is In Remission
“I’m a man of faith I’ve always believed in God I’ve always believed that he’s favored me and looked out for me but I’m not going to lie before my announcement in October I was terrified Y’all,” Romain said during his remarks Monday night. “I was scared I was insecure and I really didn’t know if I wanted to share that secret with the world.”
“The overwhelming support that you gave me it gave me strength it gave me new life it gave me a new opportunity and it gave me a new purpose. Roman continued. “I’m going to use this platform this giant WWE platform that is global and the whole world can see it I’m going to use it to raise awareness and I’m going to use it to support those who are in need it just like I was.” https://trevordecker.com/2019/02/26/wwe-star-roman-reigns-announces-cancer-remission/
Things are booming on the interview portion of the Ed Boston Podcast! In the next couple of week’s here’s what is currently booked and there are even more interviews being worked on as this is being written.
Paula White Ministries is a global ministry in both vision and reach. Utilizing the Internet, Television, Radio, Literature, and Public Speaking as its primary vehicles of communication. It is guided by the God-inspired vision of Paula White who founded it with a strong desire to see lives transformed for the better through relationship with God. Paula White Ministries operates under the premise that the solutions to all of the problems we face in Life are rooted in discovering, nurturing, and propagating a lifestyle of engagement with God through Jesus Christ.
Check out this video of Pastor Paula giving the invocation at the Inauguration of President Trump.
Rupert from Survivor Fame and Rupert’s Kids
Rupert competed on Survivor a total of four times. He was the first contestant to compete in back to back seasons, first appearing on Pearl Islands and then on All-Stars. Out of his four seasons, he placed highest on All-Stars, earning himself the fourth place spot. He was also awarded one million dollars on Survivor: America’s Tribal Council after being voted the fan favorite.
Rupert says this about Rupert’s Kids :
I have shown for 25 years how you take a person who has only been trained to hold their hand out and teach them… empower them.. show them that they have that energy and ability to take care of themselves. There is no one out there who can’t go to work.
Taking young men and women, that have never been shown how to make a legal living and raising them… by the time they are 20 or 30 years old, do you really think they’re ever going to get it? No… they’re going, for the rest of their life’s, to be holding their hand out… we’re creating a giant problem.
Former US Navy SEAL Ephraim Mattos
Former US Navy SEAL Ephraim Mattos teamed up with New York Times bestselling author Scott McEwen (American Sniper) to write the upcoming book, City of Death: Humanitarian Warriors in the Battle of Mosul— available everywhere on October 23 from Center Street / Hachette Book Group. City of Death tells the unforgettable story of an American warrior turned humanitarian forced to fight his way into and out of a Hell on Earth created by ISIS.
City of Death is the true story of Ephraim Mattos and what he witnessed while volunteering as a frontline combat medic during the historic battle to retake Mosul from ISIS – the deadliest urban combat the world has seen since WWII.
After leaving the US Navy SEAL teams in 2017, Mattos, age 24, flew to Iraq to join a small group of volunteer humanitarians known as the Free Burma Rangers, who were working on the frontlines of the war on ISIS.
Until being shot by ISIS on a suicidal rescue mission, Mattos witnessed unexplainable acts of courage and sacrifice by the Free Burma Rangers, who, while under heavy machine gun and mortar fire, assaulted across ISIS minefields, used themselves as human shields, and sprinted down ISIS-infested streets – all to retrieve wounded civilians.
In City of Death, Mattos recounts in vivid detail what he saw and felt while he and the other Free Burma Rangers evacuated the wounded, conducted rescue missions, and at times fought shoulder-to-shoulder with the Iraqi Army against ISIS. Filled with raw and emotional descriptions of what it’s like to come face-to-face with death, this is the harrowing and uplifting true story of a small group of men who risked everything to save the lives of the Iraqi people and who followed the credence, “Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.”
Jeff Allen, Christian Comedian
Jeff Allen combines clean, hilarious humor with inspiration like no other comedian working today. He performs sidesplitting standup and, when requested, riveting testimony. As such, he is a favorite at outreach events where church members can freely invite their unchurched friends, knowing that they’ll be sharing world‐class entertainment. For three decades, Jeff Allen has been performing at churches, on television and radio, for fundraisers and at corporate functions all across the country.
Jeff Allen is the best at what he does – making people laugh as hard as humanly possible. His Happy Wife, Happy Life® message of a marriage gone wrong and redeemed has given laughter and encouragement to millions of people. Jeff’s comedy drives home the humor in everyday family life and the joy derived from a healthy marriage.
Monday Night, professional wrestler shocked the world by announcing the leukemia that he overcame 11 years ago has returned. Here are the full details at Wrestling News Blog, a site that I am the co-founder of. “I Have Faith” Roman Reigns Announces Leukemia Has Returned
Pastor Ed Boston 