CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- The FBI said it "thwarted a potential" New Year's Eve terror attack in North Carolina. "The subject was directly inspired to act by ISIS," the FBI said in a post on X. "Thanks to our great partners for working with us and undoubtedly saving lives," FBI Director Kash Patel wrote on social media.

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Start New Year 2026 with faith and hope through Christian blessings and Bible verses to share with your family from anywhere in the US.

Could your congregation use some renewal in the new year? Do church members and leaders need a fresh spark of resolve? If you're looking for ways to re-energize your faith community (and yourself!), this is a great time to do it.