WHAT’S ON WHAT’S UP TODAY:

Is the ‘fire in his belly’? You decide…

Orlando Sanchez is our guest discussing the upcoming Run-off for the Republican Primary.

The Election Day is the Tuesday after a three-day weekend holiday.

We will be urging voters to vote early – Monday through Friday, May 18th through the 22nd.

Cindy Siegel, the current Chair of the Harris County Republican Party also urges everyone to vote before Memorial Day.

Mark Lanier continues his lesson on ‘Waiting’.

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues: Rebuilding that matters the most.

Prayer for Today:
Father God,
No matter where or when, we can humbly cry out to you, knowing you hear our prayers. 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.

CANDIDATE INTERVIEW: MEET ORLANDO SANCHEZ – CANDIDATE FOR HARRIS COUNTY JUDGE

Discussed by Orlando Sanchez
with Orlando Sanchez (www.OrlandoSanchez.com)

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

Orlando Sanches is familiar to many long-time Harris County residents. He has been elected to an at-large Houston City Council position, being re-elected twice, and was the Treasurer for Harris County 2007 to 2018.

Now, Orlando Sanchez is seeking to become Harris County Judge.

Click here to learn more about Orlando’s plan for the Harris County Comeback.

Questions/Issues Discussed:

When, why, and how did Orlando’s family escape Cuba, seeking refuge in America?

What has Orlando Sanchez been doing for the past few years to stay active in politics and the community?

Do voters want a change in the governance of Harris County? Are many voters thoroughly disgusted with the current Harris County Judge, Lina Hidalgo? Orlando explains why he decided to run for County Judge.

What are the responsibilities of the Harris County Judge?

In the recent Republican Primary, Orlando received just over 25% of the Primary Vote. Has he sought and obtained the endorsement of those not in the runoff? Click here for a full list of endorsements for Orlando Sanchez.

The Republican Primary Runoff will be the Tuesday after Memorial Day. Will it be hard to turn out the vote?

Click here to learn more about Orlando Sanchez and to volunteer or donate to his campaign for Harris County Judge.

Orlando also encourages people to email him at info@orlandosanchez.com with any questions, concerns, or comments.

CANDIDATE INTERVIEW: MEET CINDY SIEGEL – CANDIDATE FOR RE-ELECTION, HARRIS COUNTY REPUBLICAN PARTY CHAIR

Discussed by Cindy Siegel
with Cindy Siegel (www.CindySiegelForChair.com)

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


Cindy Siegel has spent many years in public service to her community. Cindy is currently seeking re-election as the Harris County Republican Party Chair.

Click here to learn more about Cindy Siegel.

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Democrats out-performed Republicans in the recent Primary Election. Will this momentum carry them to victory statewide in the upcoming November General Election?

Is Blue Harris County turning purple? Cindy discusses the last few election cycles and what this year could look like thanks to strong Christian, Conservative candidates down ballot.

Have Democrat Judges in Harris County run-amok?

In the recent Republican Primary, Cindy Siegel received just under 50% of the Primary Vote. Does she expect to win the run-off easily OR is she still pushing hard, knocking on doors, and meeting voters, listening to their concerns?

How do we take the Faith, Family, and Freedom message to more Harris County residents? Cindy discusses what her focus has been for her own family, as well as Harris County families during her tenure as Chair of the Harris County Republican Party.

The Republican Primary Runoff will be the Tuesday after Memorial Day. Will it be hard to turn out the vote?

Click here to see how you can be involved in Cindy’s re-election campaign for Harris County Republican Party Chair.

WAITING

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

Day 3

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

Why does God want us to wait on His timing and not try to rush His plan? (Isaiah 30:18)

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

WAITING HAS A RICH VOCABULARY

What are three different Hebrew words and one Greek word for the English word “waiting”?

Qavah (Hebrew) – something stretched or tensed

Yachal (Hebrew) – hoping and expectant

Dumiyyah (Hebrew) – to be still or calm

Apekdechomai (Greek) – eager and ready

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 3

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 8:14-18)

Yesterday, Pastor Jarrett explained why the people of Israel were so disheartened – even after they rebuilt the wall. But what turned their frowns upside down? How were they able to finally rejoice?

What happens when we read the Word more?

What is the Feast of Booths (Feast of Tabernacles)? (Leviticus 23) How did this celebration help the Israelites years and years later to rejoice in all the Lord had done for them? Pastor Jarrett offers us encouragement through the lives of the Jews, who messed up time and time again, but were still called God’s chosen people.

A RENEWED COMMITMENT TO PRAYER (Nehemiah 9)

FUN FACT: Nehemiah 9 is the longest prayer in the Bible and it would take approximately seven minutes to read it!

When did this prayer take place? What was this prayer about? What was its purpose? Pastor Jarrett explains and asks this question: “When was the last time you were broken over your sin?”


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

Father God,

No matter where or when, we can humbly cry out to you, knowing you hear our prayers.

Father, you never leave us or forsake us. Even when we choose the wrong path, take the wrong turn, think the wrong thoughts, or openly rebel against your precepts – you still love and care for us.

Listen closely to our pleas for forgiveness, for guidance, for provision, and for healing.

May we not cause you sadness, Father. May we not bring tears to your eyes. May we not cause you pain.

May we go forth victoriously and continue this day in the center of your will.

And if we are granted tomorrow, may we awaken joyfully, sharing the hope available to all because of the shed blood of Jesus Christ, your son, in whose name we pray,

Amen