CN Morning Rundown: Prince Philip, Husband of Queen Elizabeth II, Dies at 99

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Prince Philip, Husband of Queen Elizabeth II, Dies at 99

Prince Philip, the irascible and tough-minded husband of Queen Elizabeth II who spent more than seven decades supporting his wife in a role that both defined and constricted his life, has died, Buckingham Palace said Friday. He was 99.

His life spanned nearly a century of European history, starting with his birth as a member of the Greek royal family and ending as Britain’s longest serving consort during a turbulent reign in which the thousand-year-old monarchy was forced to reinvent itself for the 21st century.

He was known for his occasionally racist and sexist remarks—and for gamely fulfilling more than 20,000 royal engagements to boost British interests at home and abroad. He headed hundreds of charities, founded programs that helped British schoolchildren participate in challenging outdoor adventures and played a prominent part in raising his four children, including his eldest son, Prince Charles, the heir to the throne.

Liberty University Announces Jonathan Falwell as New Campus Pastor

Liberty University has announced the appointment of Jonathan Falwell, brother of embattled Jerry Falwell Jr., as campus pastor after current pastor David Nasser announced he will be resigning at the end of the semester.

Of this, one of the most difficult decisions he’s had to make, Nasser and his wife, Jennifer, told students in a video announcement.

“We do feel affirmed that God is asking for our obedience right now,” Nasser said. “As your campus pastor, I can’t ask you week after week to be obedient and to go wherever He leads and then not model that very same thing in our own lives.”

Spirit-Filled Pastor Asks, ‘Are You Willing to Pay the Price for a National Awakening?’

I recently had the privilege of speaking on the theme of “Paying the Price” at Godspeak Calvary Chapel in California, pastored by Rob McCoy (a short clip is here). My brief exhortation drove home the fact that America crossed a dangerous line years ago.

Instead of repenting and turning back to God, we have walked further into the deep waters of ungodliness. The decadence and brutality in our streets are unparalleled in our history. Despair and depression reign in our land. But—believe it or not—I am hopeful.

Where do I find such hope? In studying various spiritual awakenings (including those in the Bible), I have found that darkness often precedes light. For instance, in his book on revival, W. T. Stead makes a stunning observation: “It is the darkest hour before the dawn. The nation always seems to be given over to the Evil One before the coming of the Son of Man [Jesus Christ]. {eoa}

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