WHAT’S ON WHAT’S UP TODAY:

Social Media addictive and harmful.

Emily Washburn, with the Daily Citizen, reviews outcome of two lawsuits.

Some Conservative pundits criticized the use of lawsuits.

Without lawsuits would Big Tabaco ever admit fault?

Plus: have peace and harmony around the dinner table this Easter.

And: Mark Lanier continues his lesson on: Occupied Territory.

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues his sermon on: Time to Celebrate.

Closing Prayer:
Merciful, Gracious, and All-Knowing Father,
Thank you for always being with me.
While in a rough patch, you walked with me. When I stumbled, you stayed. 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.

FACT: SOCIAL MEDIA IS ADDICTIVE AND HARMFUL

Discussed by Emily Washburn
with Daily Citizen (DailyCitizen.com)

Are social media companies like Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube hurting our children? Juries in both liberal California and New Mexico have stated: YES.

Today, Emily Washburn discusses why social media can be so addicting and why we all need to be more aware of the harm it does to young children and teens. Emily is an Issues Analyst at the Daily Citizen, an online publication for Focus on the Family.

Click here to read more from Emily on this and other issues.

NOTE: The lead attorney for the case against Meta and Google, Mark Lanier, was on the program on Tuesday, March 31, 2026. Check the archives for that interview and more details about that case.

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Is there documented proof that Meta and Google knew their platforms were harming children?

Some Conservative pundits have stated that lawsuits are not the answer, but rather parents should monitor their children/teens on social media. Are lawsuits not only necessary, but proper?

Are social media platforms safe for children – or even for adults?

Are social media platforms addictive?

How can we confidently use social media and avoid becoming addicted or harmed?

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MAKE EASTER A PEACEFUL FAMILY CELEBRATION

Discussed by Glenn Lutjens
with Focus on the Family www.Family.org

Easter is a solemn time, but getting together with family and friends can dredge up past conflicts and bring to the surface unpleasant memories.

Today, Glenn Lutjens offers hope and encouragement as we seek to be bring peace by being a peace maker. Glenn is a licensed marriage and family therapist who’s been on the Focus counseling team for nearly 30 years.

Click here for FREE Easter resources from Focus on the Family.

Click here to learn more about Glenn Lutjens and Focus on the Family.

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Do too many people avoid family gatherings because they don’t want conflict?

How should we deal with people who seem bent on creating a contentious scene at the gathering?

Why is communication beforehand important to maintaining a peaceful environment for all? Glenn has some great suggestions.

Whether we are the host or attendee, can we be the peace maker?

If you or someone you know needs some advice or encouragement, call 1.800.AFAMILY.

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HELLO. MY NAME IS CHURCH.

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

You might have negative feelings about the church and don't attend regular services. You might come on Easter and Christmas to make yourself "feel good". You might hate "corporate worship" because you think it’s fake or boring.

I believe this is also for the church member who feels like they aren’t wanted, needed, or loved. Being part of a church is so vitally important to the Christian life. We encourage each other, pray for each other, laugh and cry together, have fun together. Being part of a small group is also important. It’s not enough to “just go to church”.

Hello. My name is Church. Listen in and share with your friends.

OCCUPIED TERRITORY

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

Day 4

Mark Lanier continues with his Romans series this week, looking at Romans 8 and the implications of living in the flesh vs living in the spirit.

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 SPIRIT LIVES IN YOU

Why do we sin? Remember: Eve in the garden.

Are we really “dead” in our earthly bodies? Will we ever receive a “whole body”?

Are Paul’s words in Romans 8 simply for “show” or “ideas”? Or are they real, true, and hard-hitting words that make a lasting difference? (John 15:4-7)

REAL IMPLICATIONS

What are the implications of the spirit living in us? What does this even mean? Mark will continue this discussion tomorrow.

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

TIME TO CELEBRATE

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

Day 4

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 explains the purpose of sanctification, or as some people call it purification, using the people of Jerusalem’s obedience to God’s command as one example.

Scripture Reference: Nehemiah 11-13

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:

Yesterday, Pastor Jarrett discussed the people’s purification/consecration after they rebuilt the walls around Jerusalem. But is purification/consecration something we should do daily? Commentator, Douglas Nykolaishen wrote: “Great joy comes from both receiving God’s gifts and devoting them to Him to use as He pleases.”

Pastor Jarrett uses the remainder of this segment today to read some testimonies from church members about their commitment to furthering God’s Kingdom.

NOTE: Make plans to listen on Friday of this week to hear the FULL pledge amount from church members for the CFBC 3-year NEXT Initiative Plan.

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

Merciful, Gracious, and All-Knowing Father,

Thank you for always being with me.

While in a rough patch, you walked with me. When I stumbled, you stayed.

Laying in the operating room, with my heart in another man’s hands, you were there.

Today, right now, you are with me.

Silence my troubled thoughts. Hold me in your hands. Remind me that you are in control.

May I faithfully surrender my life into the service of Christ Jesus, in whose name I pray,

Amen