WHAT’S ON WHAT’S UP TODAY:

From Independence Day to Judgment Day.

Is America a “blessed nation”?

Are we still a Christian nation?

What will Judgment Day look like?

He will judge the nations and all people. No exceptions.

Everyone will spend eternity somewhere.

Mark Lanier concludes his lesson on: Justification by Faith

Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes: Be Stronger.

Closing today program in Prayer:
O Mighty Father,
Lifting this prayer to your throne room, acknowledging your divine providence.
It was your will to create the universe, this earth, and our country…

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.

FROM INDEPENDENCE DAY TO JUDGMENT DAY

Discussed by Pastor David Fleming
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

From Independence Day to Judgment Day… Is America a “blessed nation”? Are we still a Christian nation? What will Judgment Day look like?

Today, we are replaying an old sermon from Champion Forest Baptist Church Pastor David Fleming. He reminds us: “Live to serve the Lord and live for the sake of others.”

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

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Scripture Passage: Matthew 25:31-46 “The Final Judgment”

Things to Remember:
Be ready. The King is coming again.
He will judge the nations and all people. No exceptions.
Everyone will spend eternity somewhere.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

ADVICE FROM AN OLD FARMER

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

Sara Tracey, Producer of The What’s UP Radio Program, reads “Advice from an Old Farmer” (adapted and edited for time).

JUSTIFICATION BY FAITH

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

Day 5

Mark Lanier is teaching on the Book of Romans. Over the past few weeks, he has been explaining Paul’s purpose in choosing specific words and word groups in his letters. This week, he focuses on three different ways Paul wrote about justification by faith: The Covenant, Circumcision Law, and Grace.

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:

JUSTIFICATION BY FAITH: Grace

What is grace? How did Paul define grace?

Was grace an afterthought for God? (Romans 4:16; Ephesians 2:8)

How did Abraham grow strong in his faith through the grace of God? (Romans 4:17-25)


POINTS FOR HOME:
We (YOU) are God’s Plan A.
Only the grace of God makes us right before Him.
Walk before the Lord in His mercy and grace.



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

STRONGER IN GODLINESS

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

Day 5

Godliness does not stay confined to the church or the home. Godliness influences every area of our lives.

In a world that constantly pulls us in every direction, God calls us to grow in Christ one step at a time. In this 7-week series, the pastors at CFBC will walk through the powerful progression found in 2 Peter 1:5–7, where Christians are called to “make every effort” to add to their faith: virtue, knowledge, self-control, steadfastness, godliness, brotherly affection, and love. This isn’t about willpower. It’s about spiritual formation and partnering with God to become the person He is calling you to be.

This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens shares how we should TRAIN in order to grow stronger in godliness.

Scripture Reference: 2 Peter 1:3-11

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

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


QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

TRAIN: Non-Negotiables

Why is it important for Christians to set boundaries?

How can we stick to our guns and be firm with those boundaries?


FINAL THOUGHTS:

 If you were arrested today for being a Christian, would there be enough evidence to convict you?


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 Father,

Lifting this prayer to your throne room, acknowledging your divine providence.

It was your will to create the universe, this earth, and our country.

Since our founding nearly two-and-a-half centuries ago, you have used this land and its people to further the Gospel.

Forgive us corporately and individually when we are wrong and disobedient.

Strengthen and guide our leaders from the White House to our houses of worship.

Be in our homes this day. May we thank you for our freedom to worship you, to share the Good News with others, and to gather with family and friends.

Until the trumpet sounds or you call each of us home, may we be growing in the knowledge of your Word, willing to share the Good News, always allowing the Light of Jesus Christ to shine forth.

Bless your children, enlarge our influence for good. May your guiding hand also shield us from the fiery darts of the evil one. May we choose to run from evil so we do not cause you pain.

And if you grant us tomorrow, may we be eager to call you Father God.

Lifting this prayer in and through the name of Jesus Christ,

Amen