WHAT’S ON WHAT’S UP TODAY:

Will there be peace or more war?

What will it take for the Iranians to lay down their arms?

Do many Americans care if Iran acquires a nuclear bomb?

PLUS: Congressional Candidate Jon Bonck joins us today.

Will voters be influenced by a Trump endorsement?

Mark Lanier continues his lesson on ‘Waiting’.

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues: Rebuilding that matters the most.

Prayer for Today:
Heavenly Father,
Look upon your children with grace and mercy.
Shower each with your blessings.
Hear their pleas for provision, for healing, and for guidance. 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.

IS THE WAR AGAINST IRAN A JUST WAR?

Discussed by Jonathan Tobin
with Jewish News Syndicate (www.jns.org/)

As the conflict between Israel/US verses Iran rapidly intensifies, three major stories are currently driving global headlines.

Today, Jonathan Tobin reveals the truth and what the future could look like. Jonathan is the Editor-in-Chief of the Jewish News Syndicate, a senior contributor for The Federalist, a columnist for Newsweek, and a writer for many other publications.

Click here for more from Jonathan Tobin.

Questions/Issues Discussed:

HEADLINE #1: It has been reported that Iran was close to manufacturing a nuclear bomb. Was this fabricated or the truth? If Iran acquires a nuclear bomb, would they quickly use it?

HEADLINE #2: Can enough bombs be dropped on Iran to break their will to continue fighting?

HEADLINE #3: Does Israel have enough focus to fight Lebanon, Hezbollah, and Iran – all at the same time?

Is the conflict between Israel/US verses Iran a just war?

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CANDIDATE INTERVIEW: WHO IS JON BONCK?

Discussed by Jon Bonck
with Jon Bonck (www.jonbonck.com/)

REPUBLICAN PRIMARY RUN-OFF INFORMATION:
Early Voting is ONLY 5 DAYS: May 18–22
Runoff Election Day: Tuesday, May 26, 2026

Today, Jon Bonck discusses his experience campaigning and his run-off election for Congress, District 38.

Click here to see Jon’s stance of various issues facing Texans and all Americans.

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Do voters want a change in WDC?

Are Republican voters standing behind President Trump and supporting his actions in Iran?

Jon Bonck received just under 47% of the vote in the recent Republican Primary. Is he simply resting on his laurels, waiting to slide to victory in the Runoff? Or is he still out knocking on doors and getting to know his constituents?

Who has endorsed Jon Bonck for Congress? Click here for a full endorsement list.

Click here to learn more about Jon Bonck and to volunteer/donate for his campaign for Congress, District 38.

THE KEN PAXTON SCANDAL TIMELINE THEY DON’T WANT YOU TO SEE

Discussed by Special Guest
with Special Guest

Who is Ken Paxton – really? Is he the amazing, Christian, family-man he claims to be?

Click here to view and share this video. EVERYONE needs to know the TRUTH about who Ken Paxton really is.

WAITING

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

Day 2

DO YOU EVER FEEL LIKE YOU ARE GOING THROUGH LIFE JUST…WAITING? WAITING FOR THE DOCTOR? WAITING FOR SOMETHING AT WORK? WAITING FOR YOUR KID’S ACTIVITY TO BE OVER? WAITING FOR THAT AMAZON PACKAGE? WHAT’S WRONG WITH WAITING? WHAT DOES THE BIBLE SAY ABOUT WAITING?

Mark Lanier will be back in Romans SOON but for now, he is still doing some one-off lessons – and the one this week on waiting on the Lord’s timing REALLY hit close to home for me.

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:

WAITING IS WOVEN INTO THE BIBLE

How does the Bible treat waiting?

Should we be in a hurry for the return of Jesus? Or should we wait patiently so that more and more people have the opportunity to hear the Gospel and be saved? (Habakkuk 2:1-3)

What are some examples of people waiting found in Scripture? Mark discusses a few of the more well-known stories. Click on the above link and fast-forward to the 28-minute mark to view the timeline.

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

THE REBUILD THAT MATTERS MOST

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

Day 2

THE REBUILDING OF THE WALL HAS BEEN COMPLETED – NOW THE REAL WORK BEGINS!

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues with his sermon series entitled NEXT, which is focusing on the life of Nehemiah, who’s bold faith and trust in God led the people to do amazing things for the sake of the Gospel.

This week, Pastor Jarrett looks at what happened AFTER the Israelites rebuilt the wall. They had to rebuild their faith!

Scripture Reference: Nehemiah 8-10

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stehens’ sermon notes here.

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

Questions/Issues Discussed:

A RENEWED COMMITMENT TO THE WORD OF GOD (Nehemiah 8:9-13)

Why is it important to not only read the Word of God, but to also understand it? Pastor Jarrett shares the best piece of preaching advice he’s even been given.

How do we rebuild our lives spiritually? Can reading Scripture help? (Jeremiah 23:29; Hebrews 4:12; Psalm 19)

Does the enemy (Satan) want to keep us busy and distract us? Does this strategy really work to keep us away from God? Pastor Jarrett encourages us to take an inventory of our lives and examine what is keeping us from the Lord.


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

Heavenly Father,

Look upon your children with grace and mercy. Shower each with your blessings.

Hear their pleas for provision, for healing, and for guidance.

We lift up our lost loved ones to the throne room – those who would be left behind when the trumpet sounds.

May today be the day they turn to you and come home. May the harvest be abundant. May revival begin here and now.

Father, we live in dark, evil, and dangerous times. Be with our service men and women. Place your shield of protection around each as they stand on the wall defending us.

Be with our leaders from the White House to the Court House. Guide their decisions and their actions within the center of your will.

Do not look upon our sins with anger. Instead, withhold your wrath as your saints cry out for your forgiveness and compassion.

We lift our cup to you, Father. Fill your saints with the Holy Spirit to overflowing.

Now, use our time, our talents, and our skills in furthering the Kingdom of Christ, in whose name we pray,

Amen