North Carolina's economy outperformed the nation with real GDP growth growing at 5.6%, while personal income across the state rose by 3.8% compared to 3.3% nationally. The state's technology sector continues to expand, with a new multi-year supply agreement between Meta and Corning valued at upwards of $6 billion. North Carolina ranks 13th on the National Education Freedom Index, with a B grade for providing educational options for parents. The state's opportunity scholarship program is universally available to all students regardless of income, and its robust charter school network is a highlight. [... more]

Stephanie Kwolek, a pioneering chemist, invented Kevlar, a lightweight and strong fiber that has saved countless lives. Born in 1923, Kwolek worked at DuPont, where she made her groundbreaking discovery in 1965. Her work on Kevlar led to its use in body armor, and it has since become a crucial component in protecting law enforcement officers and service members. Kwolek's legacy continues to inspire scientists, especially women, and her invention remains a testament to the power of creativity and determination. [... more]

Jesus teaches that He is the bread of life, satisfying and saving those who come to Him, and securing eternal life through His resurrection. [... more]

Jesus uses the analogy of bread to explain the concept of spiritual life and eternal life, stating that he is the bread of life that gives real life to the world. He corrects the people's understanding of the manna in the wilderness, explaining that it was God who brought it down from heaven, and that the true spiritual nutrition is found in a living person, not a loaf of bread. [... more]

God can make ordinary people into heroes by giving them faith. The heroes hall of faith in Hebrews 11 is a collection of ordinary people who did extraordinary things by trusting in a great God. World changers have an active, not a passive faith, and they use their faith to make a difference in their world. [... more]