Messianic Apologetics editor John McKee reviews the actual meaning of 2 Corinthians 5:8. In light of the recent death of Charlie Kirk and hearing “absent from the body, home with the Lord,” some who promote psychopannchy (“soul sleep”) have been expressing themselves. What was the actual expectation of Paul in 2 Corinthians 5:8?
This is then followed by a review of important stories and issues from the past day or so, largely witnessed on social media.
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Qatar had previously told President Trump and other U.S. officials that they required an apology from Israel if they wished to resume mediated negotiations with Hamas.: link
‘Massive’ comet hurtling toward us is larger than previously thought, could be alien tech, scientist says: ‘It could change everything for us’: link
HOLY REVIVAL: Elon Musk shares Erika Kirk’s post calling on millions to return to church.: link
Rep. Tim Burchett said he believes alien entities are living in deep-water areas on Earth.: link
Donald Trump and Tony Blair to have oversight and supervision over a Palestinian transitional technocratic committee according to Trump’s peace plan: link
JUST IN: President Trump confirms HE would be the chair of the newly-created “Board of Peace” for the Middle East: link
Many don’t realize that Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu are once again playing chess at the highest level.: link
Trump’s peace plan envisions the establishment of a temporary “International Stabilization Force (ISF)” and its immediate deployment in Gaza: link
Trump has given Hamas 72 hours to release the hostages in Gaza.: link
“Israel would have my full backing to finish the job of destroying the threat of Hamas.”: link
The White House has released President Trump’s plan to redevelop Gaza following peace with Israel.: link
Benjamin Netanyahu THREATENS Hamas: link
BREAKING: President Trump just listed off the countries in the Middle East that have AGREED to Trump’s Principles for Peace!: link
The U.S. plans to build a village that can support “sustained human life on the moon” within the next decade, acting NASA Administrator Sean Duffy announced Monday.: link
Choose this day who you serve.: link
The Foreign Ministers of Qatar, Jordan, UAE, Indonesia, Pakistan, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt have issued a joint statement welcoming today’s announced 20-point comprehensive plan by U.S. President Donald J. Trump: link
I welcome President Trump’s 20-point plan to ensure an end to the war in Gaza.: link
Here is Charlie Kirk’s letter to PM Netanyahu, Charlie voices his support for Israel and lays out advice on how to win the information war: link
Listen up Christians.. Satan himself is telling you how to read the bible.: link
Marine Corps Base Quantico will be closed to all nonessential personnel on Tuesday between 0400–1200: link
Is there an “America First” case for supporting Israel?: link
Pakistan is considering recognizing Israel soon.: link
The Orion spacecraft assigned to the National Aeronautics and Space Administration’s (NASA) Artemis II mission has finally been given a name.: link
As Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu attempts to keep his fragile government together, it has been decided that the Israeli Cabinet will not vote on the entirety of the 20-point comprehensive plan: link
A Palestinian insider told Sky News Arabia that Hamas is examining Trump’s proposal to end the conflict but has serious concerns: link
Countries behind Trumps plan for Gaza, looks like Hamas has just been checkmated.: link
You almost have to be illiterate to have read the Bible and come away believing this nonsense.: link
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth addressed top generals at Quantico: link
Pete Hegseth on the positioning of the U.S. Department of War: link
Mark Driscoll appears on the Charlie Kirk show: link
Hegseth said “FAFO” and promised to crush all of America’s enemies: link
Was the Bible trying to tell us something?: link
Trump says Hamas has 3-4 days to respond to his peace deal: link
