Happy 80th Birthday, John Piper
In July of 1980, 34-year-old John Piper preached his first sermon as pastor of Bethlehem Baptist Church on the eastern edge of downtown Minneapolis. Surveying a sea of gray hair, he retained traces of South Carolina lilt in his tenor voice as he...
Christian Rap Song & Album Drops [January 9th] (Listen Here)
It’s another big day for Christian rap. We found as many songs and projects as possible and added them to our playlists. Who are you listening to today? ALBUMS Cyfe ii & KRL – The Renaissance Era link available in the morning*** 2Jayz – Before...
Rapzilla.com Best of 2025: Official Winners Announced
Christian Rap’s 2025 run was one of the most explosive in recent memory. After tons of votes piled in, the Rapzilla community has spoken. These are the official winners of the Rapzilla.com Best of 2025 Awards. ARTIST OF THE YEAR — Jon Keith Jon Keith claims the top...
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Lexly Nirvana Is Redefining Christian Latin Rap [INTERVIEW]
Lexly Nirvana is part of a rising wave reshaping what Christian hip-hop sounds like in 2026. Blending South Texas grit with bilingual rap, reggaeton energy, and a willingness to experiment far beyond genre lines, she’s carving out space for Latino voices in a corner...
Independent Artist Spotlight | Edwin Elijah Diaz
In this installment of the “Independent Artists Spotlight, Christian rapper, Edwin Elijah Diaz sits down to talk about his journey into doing Christian music, the cost he paid leaving home at an early age to explore the streets, how being in the military not...
Hulvey Announces Final Album with Reach Records
Hulvey is gearing up to release his final project on Reach Records. The artist signed with the label in August 2019, and we spoke to him at A3C that October. The deal would become public in 2020. The first release was the Prelude EP. Here’s what he posted to...
Anike’s Take Over: Redefining Success In CHH
This episode wrestles with the tension between pursuing artistic excellence and recognition while remaining surrendered to God’s definition of success, not the culture’s applause. Christian Hip Hop exists at a crossroads right now. Artists are expected to be...
Rapzilla Freshmen 15 Year Anniversary All-Time List Revealed
This is the 15th year that Rapzilla.com has named a Christian rap Freshmen list. Every year since 2011, we’ve picked who we thought would have a tremendous year. Now, with 220 artists during this period of time, Rapzilla did a vote to find the all-time 15. The...
Christian Rap Song & Album Drops [January 2nd] (Listen Here)
It’s another big day for Christian rap. We found as many songs and projects as possible and added them to our playlists. Who are you listening to today? ALBUMS Shai Linne – Lyrical Theology 3 Jarred Allstar – Milks For Babies Gregg Styles –...
Rapzilla.com Best of 2025 Nominees (Vote Now)
Many milestones and notable music releases were achieved in Christian Rap! From the number of high-caliber albums to big moments like the CHH cypher on Sway in the Morning, 2025 was jam-packed. As always, the Rapzilla staff, with aid from social media comments, put...
From 200 to 6,000 — What’s Behind 2819 Church’s Explosive Growth?
In a time when church attendance among young adults is reportedly in decline, Phillip Anthony Mitchell's 2819 is bucking the trend. The post From 200 to 6,000 — What’s Behind 2819 Church’s Explosive Growth? appears on Faithfully Magazine. Faithfully...
Dr. Nicole Massie Martin Named President and CEO of Christianity Today
Christianity Today has unanimously elected Dr. Nicole Massie Martin as its new president and CEO. Martin becomes the first Black woman to lead the evangelical media ministry in its nearly 70-year history. The post Dr. Nicole Massie Martin Named President and CEO of...
The Church Is Fertile Ground for Visionary Leaders
Leadership doesn’t begin at City Hall—it often begins in the choir loft, the fellowship hall, and the prayer circle. The Church has always been fertile ground for visionary leaders. The post The Church Is Fertile Ground for Visionary Leaders appears on Faithfully...
Why Justice Starts in the Home
To know Jesus and to follow him is to resist the powers and principalities that operate in this world and reflect the kingdom of God and victory of Christ over sin â individual and corporate â in every area of life. The post Why Justice Starts in the Home appears...
Church Elder Finally Honored for Historic Six Triple Eight Military Service
Ruth Ellen Lewis Marshall, 98, has finally been honored for her WW II military service as part of the 6888 Central Postal Directory Battalion. The post Church Elder Finally Honored for Historic Six Triple Eight Military Service appears on Faithfully Magazine....
‘Beleaf in Fatherhood’ YouTuber Glen Henry Says Parenting Restored His Faith
The "Beleaf in Fatherhood" creator discusses his new book, resisting stereotypes, and how parenting helped him re-envision his relationship with God. The post ‘Beleaf in Fatherhood’ YouTuber Glen Henry Says Parenting Restored His Faith appears on...
Deputy Who Fatally Shot Sonya Massey After ‘Jesus Rebuke’ Found Guilty of Second-Degree Murder
The former sheriff’s deputy who fatally shot Sonya Massey after taking her Jesus rebuke as a threat was found guilty of second-degree murder. The post Deputy Who Fatally Shot Sonya Massey After ‘Jesus Rebuke’ Found Guilty of Second-Degree Murder appears on...
How to Find Food Assistance Amid Government Shutdown Freezing SNAP Benefits (and How Churches Can Help)
Churches and nonprofits are often on the frontlines meeting community needs. This guide will empower you to help your family and neighbors. The post How to Find Food Assistance Amid Government Shutdown Freezing SNAP Benefits (and How Churches Can Help) appears on...
Jesus Superstar (Remix) – Jlyricz & Marwan Anchel
Rising Christian pop artist Jlyricz has joined forces with Spanish sensation Marwan Anchel to release an electrifying new single that transcends borders and languages. “Jesus Superstar (Remix)!” is a jubilant declaration of faith that fuses contemporary...
ICE Violating Pro-Life Rule by Detaining Pregnant and Nursing Women
A Biden-era policy restricts ICE from arresting or detaining immigrants who are pregnant, postpartum or nursing, except in extreme cases. The post ICE Violating Pro-Life Rule by Detaining Pregnant and Nursing Women appears on Faithfully Magazine. Faithfully Magazine
Rev. Valerie Thompson Makes History at National Baptist Convention
Her appointment as chief of staff signals a new era for women and young ministers. The post Rev. Valerie Thompson Makes History at National Baptist Convention appears on Faithfully Magazine. Faithfully Magazine
Tony Evans Talks Restoration, Revelation, and His Renewed Focus on Eternity
In this exclusive interview, Dr. Tony Evans reflects on entering what he calls “the last season” of his life, a perspective sharpened by the recent deaths of peers like Voddie Baucham, John MacArthur, Tim Keller, and Charles Stanley. The post Tony Evans Talks...
‘This Is Not God’s Will’ â Chicago Pastor Asks for Prayer Amid ‘Trauma’ and ‘Terror’ Unleashed by Trump’s ICE Order
Pastor Charlie Dates has requested special prayer for Chicago as Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents continued to “wreak havoc.” The post ‘This Is Not God’s Will’ — Chicago Pastor Asks for Prayer Amid ‘Trauma’ and...
Tony Evans Restored More Than a Year After Leaving Pulpit Over Past ‘Sin’
After spending more than a year away from the pulpit at the church he founded over four decades ago, Dr. Tony Evans was officially restored to public ministry during an emotional “Restoration Sunday” service held on October 5 at Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship in Dallas,...
Voddie Baucham, ‘Fault Lines’ Author, Dies After Experiencing Medical Emergency
Voddie Baucham, a leading voice in conservative evangelicalism, has died at the age of 56, according to a statement by Founders Ministries. The post Voddie Baucham, ‘Fault Lines’ Author, Dies After Experiencing Medical Emergency appears on Faithfully...
AR Bernard, Influential Pastor of NYC’s Largest Evangelical Church, to Install Son as Senior Pastor of Christian Cultural Center
Dr. A.R. Bernard, 72, is set to officially install his son, Pastor Jamaal Bernard, as the new senior pastor of the Christian Cultural Center (CCC) in Brooklyn, New York. The post AR Bernard, Influential Pastor of NYC’s Largest Evangelical Church, to Install Son...
Brenda Salter McNeil Unfiltered
Beyond the righteous anger, you'll hear the full context: the deep theological well McNeil draws from, her framing of "reparations" as a biblical call to "repair," and her inspiring vision for a church that is a "verb, not a noun." The post Brenda Salter McNeil...
When a Pastor Becomes a Politician
When a pastor becomes a politician, the Sunday service just feels like another campaign stop, and the sheep are left to go hungry. The post When a Pastor Becomes a Politician appears on Faithfully Magazine. Faithfully Magazine
Let Go and Let God: the Power of Surrender in Uncertain Times
Surrender is one of the most misunderstood concepts in the Christian life. For many, the word conjures images of defeat or weakness. But in God’s kingdom, surrender is the doorway to strength. The post Let Go and Let God: the Power of Surrender in Uncertain Times...
Norman Gyamfi Misses the Mark on Black Gospel Music
Maverick City Music manager and CCM executive Norman Gyamfiâs focus on album sales and tours misses the core function of Black sacred music in the lives of Black Christians. The post Norman Gyamfi Misses the Mark on Black Gospel Music appears on Faithfully Magazine....