God Reports

People Magazine, April 4, 1977. Photo by Slick Lawson. At first glance, Dolly Parton (d. August 26, 2026) and Yayoi Kusama (d. August 14, 2026) seem to belong to completely different worlds. One was born in a poor cabin in the mountains of Tennessee, the other into a prosperous family in Matsumoto, Japan. One became American country-music royalty, wrapping herself in rhinestones, sequins, towering wigs, and unapologetic glamour.

Gospel artist and worship leader Diamond Moss is joining In His Service (IHS), a U.S based Christian praise and Diamond Moss (YouTube screenshot) worship band, for an international ministry mission to the Philippines from September 1 – 17, 2026. “We will be visiting seven cities,” she told God Reports.

By Charles Gardner — We are surely moving a step closer to the day when all Israel will recognize Yeshua as their true Messiah. As reports come in of increasing numbers of Jewish people now following Jesus – long regarded by many of them as the ‘Christian’ God – a highly significant development has taken place in Jerusalem’s Israel Museum, where state recognition of the New Testament is apparently being witnessed.

By Howard Cooper — Dolly Parton in 1977 (Wikipedia) Dolly Parton, the beloved country music legend whose sparkling personality, songwriting genius, and generous spirit touched millions, passed into the presence of the Lord on August 25, 2026, in Nashville. She was 80.

By Tré Goins-Phillips — Walt Disney Animation Studios/YouTube screenshot Walt Disney Animation Studios just released the first trailer for its upcoming kids’ movie, “Hexed,” and it’s already getting attention.

Unlike the Roman Catholic tradition, the Church of the Brethren (a pietist denomination founded in Germany and influenced by Anabaptism) does not possess a long, continuous philosophical tradition of its own. Brethren scholarship has historically concentrated on biblical studies, theology, history, ethics, and practical Christian discipleship.

By Mark Ellis — Hyatt Moore’s remarkably uncommon life spans at least three major periods, as art director for Surfer Magazine, president of Wycliffe USA, and as an artist celebrated for his impressionistic paintings and murals that celebrate the diversity of God’s people and cultures throughout the world. But he began life as a bit of a rebel, determined to taste the fruits that seemed forbidden to one growing up in a traditional Christian home. When Hyatt was 12, his family moved to California.

By Charles Gardner — Charles Gardner with his wife Linda, on the banks or Derwent Water at Keswick last year Freshly revived from another invigorating experience at Keswick – the Galilee of England as I coined it last year – I am stirred anew by the glorious gospel which alone can heal our sick society. Repeatedly urged to drink of the living waters Jesus promised to those who are spiritually thirsty, I know of no other Christian convention that is more Christ-centered.

By Billy Hallowell — A former ghost hunter says her search for spirits ultimately led her to abandon the occult and cling to the Holy Screenshot Spirit. Like many who find themselves enthralled by ghosts, ghouls, and the macabre, Kristina Costanza’s interest in these subjects began fairly innocently and quickly grew into something diabolical.

As America approaches the 25th anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks, M2M Network is inviting (photo: Creative Commons Britannica.com) Christians from across the nation to gather for The 25th Annual Our Strong Tower National Apologetics Conference, to be held September 11–13, 2026, at Calvary Chapel Chino Hills (Pastor Jack Hibbs).