WHAT’S ON WHAT’S UP TODAY:

What could America learn from closely studying Israel?

Are there assassins and cyber operatives already within America?

Are they testing and probing our weaknesses and areas of vulnerability?

Germany and Japan surrendered totally. Why treat Iran any differently?

Social media found guilty of purposefully harming Children. Are they harming adults, also?

Mark Lanier continues his lesson on Joy in Suffering.

Pastor Stephens continues his sermon on Jesus Brings Understanding.

Prayer for today:

Scripture Reference: Psalm 119:33-48

Merciful and Gracious Father,
You looked past my sins and made a way for me to be called your child. Thank you, Father. 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.

WHAT AMERICA CAN LEARN FROM ISRAEL

Discussed by David Rubin
with David Rubin Israel (DavidRubinIsrael.com)

America should study Israel closely. But, what can America learn from the mistakes and successes of Israel?

David Rubin was raised in New York and immigrated to Israel after college. He later became Mayor of Shiloh, Israel, and survived a terrorist attack. David has become an articulate spokesperson for standing up to and defeating hatred wherever it exists.

Click here to purchase a copy of one of David Rubin’s many books.

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Did Isarel dismiss warning signs that sleeper cells were within their country? David discusses the missed signals before October 7 and what they have done to increase their awareness of threats.

Are there assassins and cyber operatives already within America testing and probing our weaknesses and areas of vulnerability?

Has there ever been a country that was totally defeated and still tried to negotiate to keep their weapons and oppress their people and others? Why does Iran think these are acceptable terms? Are they crazy?

If Iran is able to make even one nuclear bomb, will they hesitate to use it against Israel or America? David urges every nation to remain vigilant and keep their eyes trained on Iran. He fears there is more terror to come if they are not stopped.

What is Israel’s contingency plan if Iran re-arms and attacks them again?

What is the purpose of Shiloh Israel Children’s Fund?

IS SOCIAL MEDIA HARMFUL AND DANGEROUS?

Discussed by Paul Asay
with Plugged In (www.PluggedIn.com)

Juries in New Mexico and California found Meta and Google guilty of harming children and exploiting them on their platforms.

To listen to the interview with attorney Mark Lanier, lead attorney for the case, go to our archives and search for the date: April 1, 2026.

Paul Asay is the Director of Plugged In, a division of Focus on the Family. Today, Paul discusses this historic verdict and how parents can protect their kids/teens and themselves from the dangers of social media.

Click here to read the latest from the Plugged In blog on all things media-related.

Questions/Issues Discussed:

How many movies and television shows has Paul Asay watched over his nearly two decades with Plugged In? This number is insane!! I feel kind of sorry for him…But it’s important!

We know that watching movies and television shows can have an impact on our brains. But, what does social media do to our brains? Paul explains how “rapid fire storytelling can do a number on our brains.”

Does social media effect adults just as much as kids/teens?

Did Meta and Google intentionally target teens/kids with their content?

What was the verdict against Meta and Google? Will this case be appealed? How many other cases against Meta and Google have already been filed?

What can and should parents do to protect their kids/teens? Paul Asay has some great suggestions for both kids/teens and adults, encouraging us to say NO to the phone.

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JOY IN SUFFERING

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

Day 3

WHY IS THERE SUFFERING IN THE WORLD – ESPECIALLY IF GOD IS A GOOD GOD? WHAT COULD YOU ENDURE IF YOU KNEW SOMETHING GREATER WAS COMING IN THE FUTURE?

Mark Lanier continues with his Romans series this week with a great reminder that there IS joy in suffering because we have hope in the Lord.

Romans 8:18-22

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:

THE CALCULATED WEIGHT OF GLORY (vs 18)

Does our suffering reveal God’s glory in and through us? N.T. Wright: “The glory is not merely something we will observe from the outside. It will be revealed in us and through us as the means of its disclosure to creation.”

What is “stoicism”? This is really interesting. I won’t give anything away here. Listen in as Mark explains…

CREATION’S EAGER LONGING (vs 19-21)

Why does verse 19 create criticism among some Biblical scholars? (Isaiah 55:12)

What does “apokaradokia” mean?

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

JESUS BRINGS UNDERSTANDING

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

Day 3

HAVE YOU EVER BEEN CONFUSED AT WHAT GOD HAS ALLOWED INTO YOUR LIFE? HAVE YOU EVER DOUBTED WHAT THE LORD WAS DOING IN YOUR LIFE?

Pastor Jarrett Stephens began a new sermon series last week entitled: “So, What? Why the Resurrection Matters.” This week, he preaches about the understanding that the resurrection of Jesus brings to us.

Scripture Passage: Luke 24:13-35

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:

Don’t #1: Why is it important to not isolate ourselves when we are experiencing hardships? What does the Bible say about this? (Proverbs 18:1)

DON’T #2: Have you ever been discouraged? Me, too! Pastor Jarrett offers encouragement when we feel let down and lose hope, thinking our situation will never change.

Don’t #3: Who is Jesus? Is he a quitter? NO! Remember: Don’t quit on Jesus! He will never quit on you! (Isaiah 55:8-9; Philippians 1:6)

DO #1: Can Jesus bring us understanding through Scripture? (Luke 24:27) Tune in tomorrow for more encouraging Scriptures.

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.

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PRAYER

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

Scripture Reference: Psalm 119:33-48

Merciful and Gracious Father,

You looked past my sins and made a way for me to be called your child. Thank you, Father.

Teach me your ways. I will purpose to follow you till I am called home.

Grant me understanding of all your precepts. With my whole heart I will walk in your ways.

Plant my feet on your righteous path to follow you the remaining days of my life.

I lift my hands heavenward and praise your Holy Name.

Now, let’s be going and doing and sharing the Good News.

All for the cause of Christ, in whose name I pray,

Amen