WHAT’S ON WHAT’S UP TODAY:

How many illegals actually receive WIC and SNAP benefits?

What is the purpose for WIC and SNAP benefits?

Is there evidence of widespread fraud and abuse in these programs?

PLUS: More from Aliza Dutt – for Harris County Judge.

Is Aliza Dutt prepared to lead should/when another disaster hits Harris County?

And: the Hallelujah and Amen Horse…

Segment Five: Biblical-Literacy Lesson with Mark Lanier -
   Are We Free From God?

Part Five: Pastor Jarrett Stephens, Champion Forest -
   A Courageous Faith

Today’s closing prayer:
O Mighty God, Creator of All,
We humble ourselves before you this day, crying out for mercy and grace.
May we turn from our wicked ways, confessing our sins and the sins of our nation....More below…

Discussed by Terry Lowry
with Host of the What's UP Radio Program

Host Terry Lowry interviews influential and knowledgeable guests on relevant topics for today.

HOW MANY ILLEGAL IMMIGRANTS ACTUALLY RECEIVE WIC AND SNAP BENEFITS?

Discussed by Dr. Steven Camarota
with Center for Immigration Studies (www.cis.org)

The government shutdown is affecting WIC and SNAP benefits for millions of Americans – legal and illegal alike.

Today, Dr. Steven Camarota discusses the outrageous amount of illegals who are receiving these benefits and what can be done to help those who truly need the help right now. Dr. Camarota serves as the Director of Research for the Center for Immigration Studies, a Washington, DC-based research institute that examines the consequences of legal and illegal immigration on the United States.

Click here to read Dr. Steven Camarota’s report on this topic.

Questions/Issues Discussed:

What is the purpose of WIC – the Women, Infants, and Children nutrition program?

What is the purpose of SNAP – the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program? Is this program often referred to as “food stamps”? Who can utilize SNAP?

Are many non-citizen households (aka illegal immigrants) with young children using food welfare programs? Dr. Camarota reveals how much money is being given each year for ILLEGAL immigrants to receive free food.

Is there evidence of widespread fraud in our food welfare programs?

What can be done now to feed those who rely on WIC and SNAP payments to feed their families?

Click here to help support the Center for Immigration Studies.

WHO IS ALIZA DUTT? PART 2

Discussed by Aliza Dutt
with Aliza Dutt (www.teamdutt.com/)

On October 31, 2025, Aliza Dutt was on the program discussing her family’s immigration to the United States, her career experience, and how she led the town of Piney Point during a time of disaster.

Today, Aliza expands on those thoughts – plus more! Click here to learn more about Aliza Dutt and her campaign for Harris County Judge.

Questions/Issues Discussed:

What emotions are flooding Aliza Dutt as the filing deadline draws near?

Why should voters bother scrolling all the way down the ballot to Harris County Judge and cast their vote for Aliza Dutt?

What has surprised Aliza Dutt the most while on the campaign trail? Aliza expresses her gratitude and appreciation for the constituents of Harris County for their warm welcome everywhere.

Who has been Aliza Dutt’s biggest encourager? Aliza discusses her faith and trust in God and the support of her family.

What has prepared Aliza Dutt to lead Harris County should an emergency/disaster strike?

Click here to help support Aliza Dutt’s campaign for Harris County Judge.

HALLELUJAH AND AMEN!

Discussed by Sara Tracey
with The What's UP Radio Program

A cowboy decided to buy a horse from the preacher. As the money changed hands, the preacher warned him, “Now this isn’t a regular horse. I’ve taught this one different commands. To get him to run, you must say ‘Hallelujah!’ And to make him stop say ‘Amen’.” The cowboy thanked him and the preacher left.

Later that afternoon, the cowboy decided to test out the horse. He saddled up and mounted, then kicked his heels, yelling “Heyahh!” The horse just stood there, unmoving.

“Oh yeah”, the rancher thought, remembering what the preacher said. “Hallelujah!”

The horse bolted into a dead run. The rancher held on for dear life. “Woah! Slow down!” He pulled hard at the reins, but the horse was running at top speed, straight for the edge of a tall cliff. “Stop! Woah!”

The horse wouldn’t slow down or stop. The cliff was getting closer and closer. The cowboy, panicking, realized he was about to die and quickly prayed. “God, save my soul and forgive my sins. Amen.”

The horse slid to a sweaty stop, right at the very edge of the cliff. The cowboy, giddy with relief, shouted. “Hallelujah!”

GOD’S GRACE. OUR CHOICES. AND THE CONSEQUENCES.

Discussed by Mark Lanier
with Biblical Literacy (www.Biblical-Literacy.com)

Day 5

“FREEDOM FROM THE LAW DOES NOT MEAN FREEDOM FROM GOD BUT FREEDOM FOR GOD.” EMIL BRUNNER

Mark Lanier continues with his lesson series on the Book of Romans, discussing God’s Promise of Grace (vs 14), why God gave us free will to choose our master (vs 15-19), and the consequences of that choice (vs 20-23).

To view Mark Lanier’s video for this lesson, click here.

If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

WHAT IS THE OUTCOME OF OUR CHOICES? (6:20-23)

Did we free ourselves from sin? NOPE.

Did we enslave ourselves to righteousness? NOPE.

Who did both? Who sanctified us? Who gives us the CHOICE of eternal life? Who gives us the FREE GIFT of eternal life?

Remember Viktor Frankl from Monday? Mark once again quotes his book: “Man’s Search for Meaning”. “Liberation wasn’t just opening the gates; it required helping prisoners believe they were free and learn to live as free people.”

POINTS FOR HOME:

Believe the promise that sin will have no dominion over you.

Choose your master daily – and choose wisely!

Remember the fruit, understanding that the victory has been won, but we are still in the battle.


For more information about Mark Lanier’s Biblical Literacy class, click here.

A COURAGEOUS FAITH

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

WHAT IS A COURAGEOUS FAITH? A COURAGEOUS FAITH CHOOSES TO OBEY GOD DESPITE THE COST AND HOW CRAZY IT SEEMS, BECAUSE FAITH SEES WHAT THE WORLD CANNOT SEE.

Over the past few months, Pastor Jarrett Stephens has been telling stories about ordinary people who trusted God in extraordinary ways from the Book of Hebrews. And maybe – just maybe – you will be challenged to step beyond complacency and embrace a faith that is active, resilient, and fully surrendered.

This week, Pastor Jarrett looks at the courageous faith of Moses and his parents.

Scripture Reference: Hebrews 11:23-28

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

After Moses left his home with the Pharoah and went back to his people, did his faith waiver or grow stronger? Pastor Jarrett reminds us of Moses’ actions which led him to flee to the wilderness for 40 years alone and what happened next that proved he had a crazy, obedient faith.

What was Moses’ reward for having a courageous faith? What is OUR reward for having a courageous faith? Can our courageous faith really have an impact on others?

FINAL THOUGHTS:

If you put your eyes of faith on what is unseen (the eternal reward) you will not live for the things of this world.


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church click here.

PRAYER

Discussed by Terry Lowry
with Host of the What's UP Radio Program

O Mighty God, Creator of All,

We humble ourselves before you this day, crying out for mercy and grace.

May we turn from our wicked ways, confessing our sins and the sins of our nation.

May we stand against the wickedness that is all around us and say: “Enough is enough!”

We shall not kill the innocent in the womb. We will stand to protect our children and grandchildren and cover them in prayer.

Forgive our sins, O Lord, and remember them no more.

Hold back your judgment from our land. Send a mighty Holy Ghost-led revival throughout our land.

Start here. Start now. Here I am, Lord. Use me.

May the harvest be abundant.

Praying in and through the precious name of Jesus Christ,

AMEN