North Carolina lawmakers have proposed changes to the state's congressional districts to make them more competitive for Republicans, drawing criticism from Democrats who claim the maps are racist and use racial data. The new map would bring an additional Republican seat to the North Carolina congressional delegation, improving Republican critical strength in eastern North Carolina. Meanwhile, pharmaceuticals have become the state's top global export, with North Carolina selling almost $12 billion in pharmaceuticals globally in 2024 alone. [... more]

Faith-based investors can benefit from Exchange Traded Funds, which offer broad diversification and lower expenses. A financial advisor from Timothy Plan explains how their company approaches faith-based investing and provides guidance on creating a budget and managing wealth. [... more]

Children need both law and grace in their upbringing, and parents should not overestimate their ability to raise them right. Instead, they should create an environment where the gospel is shared and lived, and trust God to do a miracle in their children's lives. [... more]

Strong-willed women often face a bad rap in the Christian world, being seen as pushy or intimidating. However, Cynthia Tobias argues that this stereotype is not accurate, and that strong-willed women can be a powerful force for good when they submit to God's will and use their talents and skills to make a difference. She shares her own struggles with being a strong-willed woman and how she has learned to balance her strong will with a sweet spirit and a compassionate heart. [... more]