Massive British Monument to Miracles of God, Answered Prayer to Start Construction Soon & Hero Depicted in Movie 'Sound of Freedom' Warns 'Kids are in Danger'

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CBN NewsThe 700 ClubPrayerDonate The Christian Perspective July 31,  2023   7:00 AM EST The visionary behind a giant monument to miracles and answered prayer says construction will soon begin outside Birmingham, England. The monument will be a large infinity loop more than 160 feet high, as big as a soccer field, containing 1 million interactive bricks. Visitors will be able to point at a brick and hear a different story of miracles or how God answered prayer. Here's what you need to know. WE'RE ALSO WATCHING  Tim Ballard, who led the effort to rescue hundreds of children  from human traffickers depicted in the movie, Sound of Freedom, is stunned by the film's box office success. In an interview with CBN's Faithwire, he hit back at some critics' claims that the movie is affiliated with Q-Anon; he says critics are "lying," and warned, "Kids are under attack."   Residents of Phoenix endured a record 30 days of temperatures over 110 degrees in July, as the Southwest baked under extreme heat for more than a month.  High temperatures and strong winds also sparked two California wildfires. The heatwave threatened residents in the South and Midwest as well, and dozens have died nationwide in the scorching summer. TRENDING ON THE WEB 1. U.S. Rep. Jim Jordan (R-Ohio) shared a lengthy thread to his Twitter audience exposing what he claims is the Biden administration's pressure on Facebook to censor the views of American citizens.   2. A Christian pastor grieved by the violence and chaos in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, has locked himself in a prayer room in an effort he believes can help heal his community. 3. Actor Dennis Quaid shares with PEOPLE magazine about his past struggles with addiction and how he found his Christian faith after having a "kind of a white light experience," overcoming cocaine addiction in 1990. TODAY'S TOP VIDEOS 1. Manipulated and abused by a teacher at school, a young teen girl is trapped by her predator. See how she breaks free, brings justice against her attacker, and finds healing in Jesus.   2. An ex-LGBT activist in Malta tells CBN's Faithwire he is facing potential prison time after sharing his testimony of leaving behind a gay lifestyle to follow Christ. He is continuing his legal battle in court.   3. Evangelist and author Nick Vujicic spoke with CBN about the need for Christians to stand by Israel, particularly as the U.S. has — in his view — "neglected" the Jewish state. CBN EXCLUSIVES  As Israel celebrates its 75th anniversary this year, you can commemorate this special milestone with CBN's critically acclaimed films. You'll witness the true history of Israel, its right to exist in the face of growing anti-Semitism worldwide, its innovative and entrepreneurial culture, and its commitment to helping others—even its enemies. Order CBN's exclusive 5-film DVD bundle.  DAILY REFLECTION Psalms 55:22 "Give your burdens to the LORD, and he will take care of you. He will not permit the godly to slip and fall." Read Today's Devotional   Would you like Prayer? The CBN Prayer Center is available 24/7. Call (800) 700-7000. STAY CONNECTED!    Breaking News on CBNNews.com   Download the CBN News App Watch the CBN News Channel 24/7 CBN News Email Subscriptions   Become a CBN News Member Reporter Emily Jones curates Quick Start with assistance from three CBN News bureaus. Thank you for waking up with us each morning! Because Truth Matters. Edit Subscriptions   |   Unsubscribe   |   Contact 977 Centerville Turnpike, Virginia Beach, VA 23463 24-Hour Prayer: 800-700-7000 © The Christian Broadcasting Network, Inc.