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The Daily Brief:
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"Decreeing the Word of God Over the News of the Day"
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United We Stand Monday, April 21, 2025
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Please be sure to join us this evening for our weekly national call.
Our guest speaker tonight will be Barbara Ingemeyer, a dear friend of CHPP and a longtime personal friend, too! Barbara serves the National Day of Prayer as their West Coast Coordinator: a region that spans 9 states, including Alaska and Hawaii! You will be blessed to hear her news, not only about the plans for this year's National Day of Prayer which will take place on Thursday, May 1st, but also insights she has gained as she has traveled the states in her region.
Our conference number is: 717-908-1834
Access Code: 616137#
Time: 8:00 p.m. EDT
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Join our Bible Readathon, every night except Sunday morning, from midnight to 6:00 a.m. Call 508-924-5411 (no access code). Our moderator will welcome you and invite you to share in our reading. Praise God! His Word does NOT return to us void!
"So will My word be which goes forth from My mouth; it will not return to Me empty, Without accomplishing what I desire, and without succeeding in the matter for which I sent it." (Isaiah 55:11)
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>>> Be sure to read today's thoughts on repentance by Pastor Jeff Daly | National Day of Repentance. Go Here.
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Shocking Signs Still Appearing at the Garden Tomb -- 2000 Years After the Resurrection!
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Jesus rising from the dead is the most celebrated miracle in Christianity. And in the Garden Tomb in eastern Jerusalem, the very place place many believe that wondrous event occurred, it seems that miracles and wonders still occur. Scholars are divided on the exact location of the tomb, but the resurrection took place in the one here or one very similar to it. Workers at the Garden Tomb say miracles still occur here.
Cesar Fleitas is the head guide at the Garden Tomb. He told us what happened to a Romanian man who came to the tomb suffering from incredibly poor eyesight. The man walked into the tomb. “He wanted to look at the symbol that is inside the tomb – the symbol of a cross that has the Greek letters –but he wasn’t able to make out the symbol very well,” Fleitas recalled. “So he removed his glasses and then all of a sudden, he was able to see perfectly.” Fleitas continued, “All of a sudden, I can hear the man screaming inside the tomb, ‘I can see! I can see!’ Of course, he was speaking in Romanian. His pastor, who was standing nearby translated for me. He said, “He can see!”
Another miracle that took place involved a boy suffering from hydroencephalus, an abnormal and dangerous buildup of fluid deep in the brain. Every year, his family came from Ecuador to the Garden Tomb. Giancarlo Rodriguez was that little boy two decades ago. Then, he was paralyzed from the waist down due to his disease. Fleitas explained, “Twenty plus years ago, they came as a family. They brought the son inside the tomb. And as they were praying, they heard their son crying. The husband turned around to look back to see what was going on, and all of a sudden, they see their son standing there. And that was the miracle. The healing took place at that moment.” (Charisma News) Read more
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- Abba, we CELEBRATE Resurrection and Eternal Life worshipping You! You are a God of miracles Who reveals Himself to those who truly believe. We praise You for these testimonies of healing and proclaim that Your miraculous Hand will continue to be seen and shared through the lives of Christians and non-believers across our nation. We lift You high, as our King of kings and Lord of lords, and declare Your GLORY will fall upon America turning surrendered hearts towards Jesus Christ! Through the Blood and Powerful Name of Yeshua- Amen
- "If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God." (Colossians 3:1)
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Supreme Court Blocks New Deportations of Venezuelans in Texas under 18th Century Alien Enemies Act
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The U.S. Supreme Court issued a ruling early Saturday morning blocking, at least for now, the deportations of any Venezuelans held in northern Texas under an 18th century wartime law.
The justices instructed the Trump administration not to remove Venezuelans held in Texas' Bluebonnet Detention Center "until further order of this court."
Justices Clarence Thomas and Samuel Alito dissented from the majority opinion.
The court's ruling comes after an emergency appeal from the American Civil Liberties Union arguing that federal immigration authorities appeared to be working to resume the removal of migrants from the U.S. under the Alien Enemies Act of 1798.
SCOTUS has previously said that the Trump administration could conduct deportations under the Alien Enemies Act, as long as the suspected illegal immigrants are given due process to challenge their removal from the U.S.
In its request for an injunction, the ACLU reportedly argued that the government's notice "does not remotely comply with the Supreme Court's order," according to NPR. The organization also reportedly said that "at a minimum" the notice needed to be translated so those being notified could understand. (Fox News) Read more
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- Father, this ruling after midnight could slow down the Trump administration’s deportations of criminal immigrants to a crawl. We pray that You will intervene to provide a way to expedite this process. May You bring repentance to all who are attempting to derail the removal of violent criminals from America.
- “The Lord tests the righteous, but his soul hates the wicked and the one who loves violence.” (Psalm 11:5)
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SCOTUS Agrees to Hear Case on Trump's Plan to End Birthright Citizenship
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The Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) has agreed to hear oral arguments in May on a case that centers on President Donald Trump’s historic executive order to end birthright citizenship for the U.S.-born children of illegal aliens.
On Thursday, the court issued a notice that oral arguments on the executive order will be heard on May 15. Immediately after Trump signed the executive order in January, the pro-mass migration groups CASA Inc. and Asylum Seeker Advocacy Project sued to block the order.
The order seeks to eliminate the nation’s so-called anchor baby policy where about 250,000 “anchor babies” are born in the U.S. annually to illegal alien parents. These anchor babies are rewarded with birthright American citizenship despite having no legitimate ties to the U.S.
Years later, when the U.S.-born child is considered an adult, they can sponsor their illegal alien parents and foreign relatives for green cards — anchoring their family in the U.S. for generations.
(Breitbart) Read more
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- Lord, we pray that this issue will be completed according to the Constitution and proper interpretation of it. We ask for truth to be revealed and only Your will be done regarding this problem.
- “Sanctify them in the truth; your word is truth” (John 17:17)
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Justice Kagan Denies Emergency Appeal to Halt Deportation of Mexican Nationals Claiming Asylum From Cartel
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Supreme Court Justice Elena Kagan on Wednesday denied an emergency appeal by four Mexican nationals facing deportation. The request asked the court to temporarily block their removal so they could file a formal petition for review.
Kagan denied the application without comment and did not refer the matter to her colleagues.
The petitioners, Fabian Lagunas Espinoza, Maria Angelica Flores Ulloa and their two sons, were ordered to report to immigration officials on Thursday. Their legal team argued they face cartel violence if returned to Mexico.
According to their court filing, the family fled Guerrero, Mexico, in 2021, after being threatened by the Los Rojos drug cartel. The petition stated that cartel members demanded the family vacate their home within 24 hours or be killed.
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- We pray, Lord, that for all those who face deportation, You will move to bring repentance to everyone. We bind the actions of the Mexican cartels and pray that You will stop their heinous violence. We ask for the peace of Your Spirit to move across Mexico, removing all violence and false religions.
- “And you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” (John 8:32)
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As Christians Face Deportation, Faith Leaders Urge Trump Administration to Reconsider
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Christian leaders say President Donald Trump has a chance to fix a Biden-era mistake by halting deportations of believers facing torture or death.
As thousands of Christians rallied during Holy Week, faith leaders across the U.S. urged Trump to intervene and stop the deportation of Afghan Christians who face near-certain persecution under the Taliban.
On April 10, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced it would terminate humanitarian parole for Afghan nationals, effectively ordering thousands to leave the U.S. within days.
Though early reporting referred to the change as ending temporary protected status (TPS), internal DHS notifications confirm the affected Afghans were in fact under humanitarian parole. The mislabeling was repeated by media outlets and DHS but has since been corrected in official memos from advocacy groups.
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- Father, we pray for Your people who face horrific persecution in Afghanistan. We ask for mercy for them and ask that Your Spirit move across all of Afghanistan as well as every person who was brought here by the Biden administration without proper vetting. WE ask that You change Afghanistan to rid them of the Taliban.
- “Let us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need.” (Hebrews 4:16)
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1. Netanyahu vows to press on until Hamas defeated - JNS
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Saturday night pledged to continue the war against Hamas until all objectives are met, rejecting recent ceasefire proposals that would leave the terror group in power in Gaza.
“Our war is not over,” Netanyahu declared in a nationally televised statement. “We will not end this war before destroying Hamas, returning all our hostages, and ensuring Gaza never again poses a threat to Israel.”
The prime minister began by mourning the death of Israel Defense Forces Warrant Officer G’haleb Alnasasra, killed earlier in northern Gaza, and offered prayers for the recovery of wounded soldiers.
“The entire people of Israel salute his heroism,” Netanyahu said. “We are in a war for redemption on seven fronts. It carries a heavy price, but we fight for our very existence—until victory.” (Read more)
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2. Yair Lapid warns of political violence: 'Jews will kill Jews' - Israel National News
Opposition Leader Yair Lapid (Yesh Atid) delivered an address to the press on Sunday in which he claimed that, based on intelligence in his possession, there is a fear of a political assassination.
"I now want to warn, based on unequivocal intelligence information: we are on the way to another tragedy. This time it will come from within. The levels of incitement and madness are unprecedented. There will be a political assassination. Jews will kill Jews," Lapid warned.
He added, "The most threats are against the director of the Shin Bet, Ronen Bar. The Israeli ruling party, the Likud, published an official statement stating, "Ronen Bar turned parts of the Shin Bet into the private militias of the deep state.' Such a statement has consequences. They know exactly what it does to some of their supporters. (Read more)
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3. IDF: Mistakes Led to Opening Fire on Gazan Ambulances, Officer Dismissed - Algemeiner
i24 News – The Israeli army has concluded its investigation into the tragic incident that occurred on the night of March 23, 2025 in Khan Yunis, in the south of the Gaza Strip, where Red Crescent rescue teams were targeted by Israeli gunfire, according to a press release by the Israel Defense Forces on Sunday.
The findings highlight a series of misjudgments and errors in judgement on the part of the IDF that led to this tragedy. According to the final report, the incident began when a force from the Golani Infantry Brigade’s Reconnaissance unit, engaged in anti-terrorist operations, spotted and neutralized what they identified as a Hamas vehicle. About an hour later, the same unit opened fire on vehicles “approaching rapidly and stopping near the troops, with passengers quickly disembarking.”
It was only after the shots were fired that they realized it was actually a fire truck and ambulances.
“Poor night visibility” is cited as a determining factor that led to this fatal mistake. The investigation specifies that “the deputy commander did not initially recognize the vehicles as ambulances. Only later, after approaching the vehicles and scanning them, was it discovered that these were indeed rescue teams.” (Read more)
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4. In meeting with Putin, Qatari ruler accuses Israel of not complying with ceasefire - World Israel News
At a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday, Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani asserted that Israel had not complied with the ceasefire agreement and hostage deal that Doha played a part in mediating.
“As you’re aware, we came to an agreement several months back, but regrettably, Israel has not honored it,” Al-Thani stated. He emphasized that “Qatar remains committed to narrowing the divide between parties to achieve a resolution that brings relief to the Palestinian people, particularly those in Gaza.”
Putin responded by saying, “We recognize that Qatar is making significant efforts to help bring an end to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Sadly, the proposals presented — including those from your side — have not come to fruition. Innocent lives are still being lost in Palestine, and that remains one of the greatest tragedies of our time.”
“A long-term settlement can only be achieved on the basis of the UN resolution and, first of all, in connection with the establishment of two states,” said Putin. (Read more)
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5. WATCH: Syrian land seized after Assad's fall is 'vital' for Israel, IDF chief says - Jerusalem Post
The territory siezed by the IDF in Syria following the collapse of the Assad regime is vital for Israeli security, IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Eyal Zamir said Sunday during a field tour and security assessment in the area.
"The space is a vital space," said Zamir, who was accompanied by Northern Command head Maj.-Gen. Ori Gordin, Division 210 head Brig.-Gen. Yair Falai, and other senior officials. "We entered here because Syria fell apart, and therefore we hold key points and are on the front lines to best protect ourselves."
During the visit, Zamir met with commanders and soldiers operating in the field and approved plans for ongoing defensive and offensive operations.
Standing with troops stationed on a ridge, he emphasized the strategic significance of the area: "From this place we see everyone on this ridge – this is a strategic point. We don't know how things will develop here, but our hold here has an extremely important security significance." (Read more)
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1. There Will Be A Trade Deal, 100%’: Trump Eyes EU Agreement In Meeting With Meloni- Daily Wire
President Trump declared “there will be a trade deal, 100%” with Europe before a meeting Thursday with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, the first European leader to visit the White House since he paused planned tariffs last week.
The meeting comes just days after both the European Union and Trump paused respective tariffs for 90 days to allow time for negotiations.
The Italian Prime Minister has been dubbed the “Trump Whisperer” by the media, meeting with Trump before even EU Commission leader Ursula von der Leyen, who Trump has yet to schedule a meeting with 88 days into his presidency.
“I’m sure we can make a deal, and I am here to help with that,” Meloni said to the media prior to her lunch with Trump.
“I cannot lock this deal in the name of the European Union,” she added, per the New York Post. “My goal would be to invite President Trump to pay an official visit to Italy and understand if there’s a possibility when it comes to organizing such a meeting with Europe.” Read more
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- Lord, we rejoice that there is potential for a trade deal with both Italy and Europe. We thank You for a good relationship with PM Meloni and President Trump. We ask for such excellent relationships to grow and continue for the benefit of America.
- “With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.” (Matthew 19:26)
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2. Trump: China calling ‘a lot’ since last week's tariff increase, deal could happen as soon as 3 weeks - Fox
President Donald Trump said Thursday that China has been reaching out "a lot" ever since he nearly tripled U.S. tariffs on Chinese imports, and he suggested to reporters that the two nations could reach a deal in as soon as three to four weeks.
During a gaggle with reporters after signing executive orders related to deregulating the seafood industry, Trump was asked about his ongoing negotiations with Chinese officials and, in particular, whether he has yet spoken to Chinese President Xi Jinping about the ongoing trade battle.
"They have reached out a number of times," Trump said, referring to high-level Chinese officials. When asked how frequently they've been in touch since last week – after Trump tripled his Chinese tariff increase from 54% to 145% – the president responded, "A lot." Read more
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- Lord, as China has caused major problems for the US for decades, we ask that an advantageous deal be made with the Communist nation. We pray that Your Holy Spirit flood that country, changing the hearts of those who are far removed from Your ways.
- “Let the wicked forsake his way, and the unrighteous man his thoughts.” (Isaiah 55:7a)
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3. Illinois Joins States Defying Trump’s Executive Order Protecting Women’s Sports from Trans Athletes - Breitbart
Democrat dominated Illinois has become the next left-wing state to defy President Trump’s rules banning transgender athletes from girls’ and women’s sports.
After being quizzed on the issue for weeks, the Illinois High School Administration (IHSA), which governs schools sports in the state, has now affirmed that they will follow Illinois state laws passed by the state’s radical Democrats which forces participation of males who identify as females into girl’s and women’s sports. Consequently, the IHSA has now officially moved to defy President Trump’s efforts to protect females from the incursion of transgender athletes, WQRF-TV reported.
In March, 40 state lawmakers sent a letter to the IHSA asking for its position on transgender athletes.
The sports organization stonewalled the request until Tuesday, when they finally replied and stated that they would not follow federal rules but would instead follow the rules the Illinois Attorney General put forward.
“The Illinois Attorney General and, more recently, the Illinois Department of Human Rights have asserted to the IHSA that the Illinois Human Rights Act requires that transgender athletes be permitted to participate in events and programs aligning with the gender with which they identify,” the IHSA said in its letter. Read more
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- Father, we pray that Your truth prevail over the deception that has gripped not just sports, but every other part of the nation.
- “Your tongue plots destruction, like a sharp razor, you worker of deceit.” (Psalm 52:2)
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4. Trump’s ICE Arrests 1,000 Illegal Workers, Pushes For Fines On Businesses Using Illegal Labor – Daily Wire
The Trump administration’s Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has arrested more than 1,000 illegal alien workers and is proposing fines against businesses that have used illegal labor.
ICE and Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) announced Wednesday that they have taken historic actions against illegal alien workers, and against the businesses profiting from illegal alien labor.
“This is the highest rate of arrest in HSI’s history,” HSI acting Executive Associate Director Robert Hammer explained. “We’ve subpoenaed the business records of about 1,200 businesses, and as part of our review, we’ve proposed close to $1 million in fines.”
He also railed against businesses that use illegal labor. “Businesses that exploit and hire illegal workers are harming the American public,” Hammer charged. “ICE’s statutory duties include protecting Americans and enforcing more than 400 laws that relate to immigration, so there are two aspects to our worksite enforcement operations.” Read more
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- Lord, we pray that businesses will adhere to integrity in all areas and be able to hire legal immigrants and American citizens instead of those who have come illegally. We ask that Your Spirit bring the incentives for all to be restored to You rather than the things of the world.
- “But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.” (Matthew 6:33)
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5. EXCLUSIVE: Department Of Homeland Security Confirms Abrego García Stopped On Suspicion Of Human Trafficking- Daily Caller
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) confirmed to the Daily Caller that Kilmar Abrego García, a recently deported alleged member of MS-13, was stopped in December 2022 on suspicion of human trafficking.
During a Dec. 1, 2022 traffic stop by a Tennessee Highway Patrol officer, Abrego García was found to be transporting eight passengers across the country, sources told the Tennessee Star. He allegedly did not have a valid driver’s license and was suspected of trafficking the passengers but was let go at the request of the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
Abrego García was pulled over because the vehicle was observed “speeding and unable to maintain its lane,” according to the documents. Abrego García had an expired Maryland “limited term temporary driver’s license,” which is provided to individuals who are not U.S. citizens, authorities said.
The officer identified eight other individuals in the vehicle and Abrego García advised that he was driving them from Texas to Maryland, according to the documents. None of the passengers had any luggage and all provided the same home address, which was Abrego Garcia’s address, authorities said. Read more
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- Lord, as the media ignores the background of this MS-13 member, furor over him being returned to where he came from is literally taking away from other headlines and truth. We bind these lies and ask for Your Spirit to work mightily across the nation to reveal their foolishness and covering of evil.
- “Woe to those who call evil good and good evil, who put darkness for light and light for darkness, who put bitter for sweet and sweet for bitter!” (Isaiah 5:20)
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6. Mass surveillance': Conservatives sound alarm over Trump admin's REAL ID rollout – Fox/MSN
Conservatives are speaking out against the Trump administration’s plans to finally enact long-expected REAL ID laws in a bid to crack down on illegal immigration.
"If you think REAL ID is about election integrity, you’re going to be sorely disappointed. Someone has lied to you, or you’re engaged in wishful thinking. Please don’t shoot the messenger," Rep. Thomas Massie, R-Ky., wrote on X earlier this week.
Responding to Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem's video announcing the May 7 REAL ID deadline, the former vice presidential candidate and Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin questioned in a lengthy post: "Or what?? Evidently, existing ID requirements for American citizens just aren’t adequate now, so Big Brother is forcing us through more hoops for the ‘right’ to travel within our own country."
Palin continued: "Other administrations delayed this newfangled, burdensome REAL ID requirement. Are you curious why its implementation is imperative now?? And who came up with this?"
The REAL ID Act was passed in 2005, but the federal government has yet to implement it 20 years later. It requires all U.S. travelers to be REAL ID compliant when boarding domestic flights. Read more
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- Lord, we understand why the REAL ID program was enacted after 9-11, but it has been a nightmare for so many Americans. The requirements to get one are rigid. We pray that You will undertake for all who do not have one and letting them know that they can use either a passport or military ID instead. We ask that You calm the panic over this issue and bring peace, perhaps removing this requirement altogether. Listen to more about this issue here.
- “For God is not a God of confusion but of peace.” (1 Corinthians 14:33)
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And Now . . . Lion of Judah: ROAR!!!!
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"The Lord shall go forth like a mighty man;
He shall stir up His zeal like a man of war.
He shall cry out, yes, shout aloud;
He shall prevail against His enemies."
(Isaiah 42:13)
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Global supervolcano threat rises as scientists
sound the alarm
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Volcanoes have stirred human awe for thousands of years, with their bursts of fire and rivers of molten rock. Yet, beyond the familiar cone-shaped peaks lies a more silent, hidden danger—supervolcanoes. These colossal forces don’t rumble often, but when they do, the aftermath can reach across continents. Studying these sleeping giants offers not just fascinating science but also sobering warnings for the planet’s future.
Supervolcanoes are in a class of their own. Unlike typical eruptions, these blasts eject more than 1,000 cubic kilometers of material. That’s enough to bury entire cities under layers of ash. They don’t look like the volcanoes you might picture either. Instead of peaks, they often form as massive calderas—huge sunken areas created when the magma chamber empties and collapses.
Their eruptions sit at the top of the Volcanic Explosivity Index, labeled VEI-8. That’s the highest score possible. To compare, the famous eruption that buried Pompeii was a VEI-5—far less powerful. A single VEI-8 event would not just devastate the surrounding region. It could alter weather patterns, block sunlight, and disrupt global agriculture.
Supervolcanoes act on long, quiet timelines, making them hard to predict. Their sheer potential, however, keeps scientists watchful. These rare eruptions could shift climate, rewrite coastlines, and shake global systems. Understanding their patterns is key to preparing for the unimaginable. View the List Here
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"I run in the path of your commands, for you have set my heart free."
(Psalm 119:32)
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"Dear Lord Jesus, I know that I am a sinner, and I ask for Your forgiveness. I believe You died for my sins and rose from the dead. I turn from my sins and invite You to come into my heart and life. I want to trust and follow You as my Lord and Savior. In Your Name."
- Provided By: Billy Graham
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