Christian singer and songwriter Forrest Frank has announced he will no longer attend awards shows, including the Dove Awards and Grammys, saying he already holds 'the greatest award of all time' — salvation in Christ. In a video on TikTok, Frank explained his conviction that he should not receive trophies for something created 'from Jesus and for Jesus.' He said he wrestled with this decision last year and has now chosen 'a stance of nonparticipation’, preferring to model humility rather than seek recognition. Frank clarified that he is not refusing to shine as a light in dark places but to avoid stages that glorify human achievement. Though nominated in several top categories, he declared that his real prize is having his 'name written in the Book of Life’. His statement challenges Christian artists to reconsider the tension between cultural acclaim and eternal reward, reminding believers that earthly fame will fade, but the name of Jesus endures for ever.

The extraordinary events of the Asbury revival continue to inspire hearts two years after they first captivated the world. Pastor Zach Meerkreebs has reflected on the powerful move of God he witnessed firsthand. He describes the experience as the 'honour of a lifetime’, often bringing him to tears due to its profound impact. There were remarkable miracles, including healings, deliverance, and conversions. He recalls a basketball player who came to Christ midweek and later prayed for someone whose tumours vanished. These events, he says, demonstrate the transformative power of God's presence. Having grown up Jewish, Meerkreebs credits Jesus' incarnation with revealing true humility. His initial struggles with pride were dismantled during the 2023 Asbury outpouring, a time when students and the community gathered for continuous prayer and worship. Central to this revival was radical humility, where individuals emptied themselves to make room for God's Spirit. Meerkreebs believes such humility, countercultural in today's self-centred world, can profoundly transform lives.

The Day of Prayer for the Nation at Wembley on 31 August was a releasing day. There was a wonderful spirit of worship and expectation as an inspiring diversity of leaders from across the country led prayer. Two of the key themes for prayer were: a) Unity: we will all have different views on Brexit and many other issues, but we are God’s chosen people if we have given our lives to Jesus. We are a family where love, honour and togetherness bind us. b) Humility: we are like the fishermen who said, ‘Lord we have toiled all night and taken nothing but at your word, we will let down the nets’. We are crying for more of Jesus and less of us. We want to get rid of pride, and uncertainty concerns about our reputation, standing and status. Our focus is Jesus. Awake - God is calling us into action NOW!