A head-turning CNN analysis article warning that “prophecy, not politics, may also shape America’s clash with Iran” was published this week, seemingly taking aim at evangelicals who believe in various end times theological constructs.

From the Rapture – the notion Christians will be taken up to heaven before or during the Tribulation period — to positions on Israel, the piece in question struck some critics as strange, incomplete, and even leading.

Most notably, the article provided voices critical of these theological ideals, while offering no voices who endorse or believe in the ideals derided.

Author and prophecy expert Todd Hampson, who is one such voice, told CBN News the article was “not journalism” but instead an attempt to diminish Christian ideals surrounding eschatology.

John Burke, a pastor and author who has studied and examined more than 1,000 accounts of near-death experiences, wasn't always a believer in the supernatural. Burke is the author of "Imagine the God of Heaven: Near-Death Experiences, God’s Revelation, and the Love You’ve Always Wanted," but he was once an agnostic who was skeptical of faith.

On this episode of Newsmakers:

- Andrew Jones from Noah’s Ark Scans shares the latest on where he believes the Ark could be located.

- Nick Shakoour, who plays Zebedee on The Chosen, tells the story of his powerful encounter with God and how it changed his life.

- David Pollack, former NFL star, talks about his faith, family, and his new children’s book "The Won't Quit Kid."

Be sure to check out the full interviews on the CBN News YouTube channel.

One of the leaders of a humanitarian organization distributing food and resources in the war-torn Gaza Strip recently revealed some surprising details surrounding what he believes has hindered efforts.

Johnnie Moore, the executive chairman of the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), believes one of the biggest barriers to getting aid to Gaza is the current assistance system and structure.

"I think the biggest barrier to getting aid to Gaza is a corrupt old system that has enabled the continuation of this war, that's enabled Hamas to steal the aid, to sell it to the Gazan people, to hoard the aid for their own fighters," he said. "And a type of like exhaustion with this process, and nobody tries anything different."

Outrage, frustration, and shock continue to surround “The View” host Whoopi Goldberg’s recent proclamation that life for Black Americans is similar to those living under Iran’s horrific dictatorship — a place where citizens have virtually no free speech or religious liberty freedoms.

A California pastor is getting candid about why he almost quit ministry, shedding light on struggles preachers routinely face. Shane Idleman of Westside Christian Fellowship in Leona Valley, California, is out with a new book, "I Almost Quit: My Journey of Leading Through the Landmines of Ministry," a text that details the factors that almost drove him away from the pulpit.

Idleman said he had gone through a "hard season" that presented difficult challenges — a time that started with COVID-19 chaos and lockdowns, his mom's death, health issues, and extended into other realms.

After nearly leaving it all behind, the preacher could have concealed what he faced and felt, but, instead, he decided to share.

On this week’s episode of Newsmakers, we dive into powerful stories of faith, family, and eschatology.

Actor Dean Cain joins us to discuss his new film Little Angels, his take on the conflict in Israel, and the importance of standing for truth in today’s culture.

Next, Christian singer Tasha Layton shares a deeply personal miracle story from the red carpet of the KLOVE Fan Awards — a testimony of healing that transformed her family.

Finally, prophecy author Todd Hampson helps us unpack the growing interest in end times prophecy, breaking down how events in Israel and Iran are pointing many back to Scripture — and sparking questions about whether the end times are upon us.

For full interviews and more stories like these, visit the CBN News YouTube channel and stream our latest documentary, "Investigating the Supernatural: Miracles" at cbn.com/supernatural.

Yael Eckstein, CEO of the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews, is on the frontlines as the conflict between Israel and Iran intensifies. Her organization is providing much-needed aid to Israelis whose homes and belongings are being destroyed amid war.

Eckstein provides her perspective on why Israel is taking action, Iran's dangerous rhetoric about destroying the Jewish state — and more. She also speaks about biblical prophecy surrounding Israel's regathering as well as how current events might play into prophecies seen in the Old Testament.

"God has his hand on this land," she said. "Israel is different than any other land in the world. It's the only place that God himself gave a name to. It's the only place that the prophets spoke about — that the Jewish people returned to."

Eckstein continued, "And, historically, there's never been a people, a nation that was in exile for 2,000 years and then reunited with their home, reignited this biblical language that they spoke. ... And I know this is part of God's plan, and I do think this is biblical prophecy unfolding." Watch what Eckstein had to say.

Author and communications strategist Joel Rosenberg is praying for the "liberation of Iran," encouraging Christians to join him in asking God to change the tides inside the Islamic Republic.

"I don't want to just destroy or neutralize the Iranian threat," he said. "I want to see this wicked, demonic regime fall."

Rosenberg, a bestselling author and the founder of The Joshua Fund, a group that provides humanitarian aid, said the current conflict between Israel and Iran is unlike anything he's seen in the region during his more than 11 years living in the Jewish state.

"I have never seen a war as intense," he said. "This is the most consequential war that Israel has ever fought since the War of Independence, in which seven Arab countries were attacking."

As tensions continue to flare between Israel and Iran, reports of Iranians rejoicing amid the attack have been going viral. It might seem like a strange reaction — residents of a nation being attacked by a perceived enemy and yet expressing elation.

But Lana Silk, CEO of Transform Iran, said the situation inside Iran is so bleak and difficult that this response from citizens makes perfect sense. "The immediate reaction that we got from Iran was, for want of a better word, celebration," she told CBN News.

"I've seen videos going viral on social media with young people throwing parties literally as they watch the missiles coming down ... It's been surreal looking at that thinking, 'Wow, these are people under attack and yet they welcome it.'"