WHAT’S ON WHAT’S UP TODAY:

Are World Leaders Privately Praising President Trump?

President Trump stands tall against Green Energy.

But: will a future Democrat President Reverse the gains against high energy prices?

Is Artificial Intelligence contributing to the need for more reliable, affordable energy?

Answer: Yes.

Mark Lanier continues: What was Paul’ Point?

Pastor Jarrett Stephens, from the pulpit of Champion Forest Baptist Church, continues: A Call to Action.

Closing in prayer:
Mighty Ever-Watching Father,
We lift praise and honor to your name. Be pleased with our words and actions.
In the busyness of life, may we choose to serve you by slowing down, being still, and listening for your still, small voice. 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.

CLIMATE CHANGE AND ENERGY: WORLD LEADERS IN TURMOIL

Discussed by Steve Goreham
with Steve Goreham (www.stevegoreham.com/)

Part 1 of 2

Outwardly, world leaders are in a tizzy. But privately, they are rejoicing over President Trump’s move to save economic development through a climate change about-face.

Today, Steve Goreham gives an update on where we are now and what the future holds – literally – thanks to Trump’s tough stance against Green Energy. Steve is the Executive Director of the Climate Science Coalition of America and a frequent speaker on energy, the environment, and public policy. Steve Goreham is the author of four books, including “Green Breakdown: The Coming Renewable Energy Failure”. 

Click here to read Steve Goreham’s op-ed on this very important topic.

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Why are world leaders in such a turmoil?

Will President Trump’s Executive Order have an impact on every-day citizens? Steven Goreham runs through a short list with some good news.

Can a Democrat President erase all the good work Trump has done?

PART 2 OF 2 - CLIMATE CHANGE AND ENERGY: WORLD LEADERS IN TURMOIL

Discussed by Steve Goreham
with Steve Goreham (www.stevegoreham.com/)

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Has Artificial Intelligence contributed to or hindered environmental progress?

Can solar and wind energy provide enough energy for AI centers across the nation? Steve discusses what experts thought would happen compared to what is actually happening. No big shock here!

Are countries around the world rethinking their green energy policies?

Steve Goreham has authored many books. Click here to purchase a copy or two.

JESSE JACKSON TURNS HIS BACK ON BLACK CHILDREN

Discussed by Ayesha Kreutz
with CompassCare Pregnancy Services (www.compasscarecommunity.com/)

Civil Rights leader Jesse Jackson once advocated a pro-life stance. Who or what changed his mind? Do others look to him as a role model?

Today, Ayesha Kreutz discusses how this one man destroyed so many lives over the decades. Ayesha is a spokesperson for CompassCare, an Ambassador for Project 21, and the Executive Director of Am I Not a Child.

Click here to learn more about CompassCare Pregnancy Services.

Questions/Issues Discussed:

What is the Negro Project?

How did The Negro Project influence black leaders like Jesse Jackson? Ayesha says it all comes down to money and power. She has even personally seen money exchange hands!

Did Jackson’s flip-flop influence others?

Is it important for Americans to understand the forces that shape our leaders?

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IF MY PEOPLE WILL…

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

Host Terry Lowry reads a powerful poem by Carolyn McLarty with the Eagle Forum Board.

It begins:

“If” is a tiny word with major implications. It has the power in it to move our great nation. “If” precedes “My People” in God’s own proclamation and puts on a condition to avoid retaliation. Humility is the key to open the ears of the Lord. He waits patiently to see who truly follows His Word.

Click here for the link to the full text.

WHAT IS PAUL’S POINT IN ROMANS 8?

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

Day 2

WHY DOES OUR PERSONAL MINDSET ABOUT LIFE MATTER? DOES IT REALLY EFFECT OUR ATTITUDE AND DECISIONS?

Mark Lanier continues with his Romans series this week, explaining what he believes is the entire point of the book. What is the foundation? What is the chiasm that appears in Romans 8? And what is the outcome that Paul was hoping to achieve?

To view Mark Lanier’s video for this lesson, click here.

If you missed Mark’s lesson on Romans 8:1 from January 18, 2026, check out the archives on our homepage. The lesson was aired during the week of January 26-30.

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 FOUNDATION (Romans 8:1-4)

BOTTOM LINE: God sent His son, Jesus, to die on a cross for our sins. Does that mean He excuses our sin? Did He lower His standards for us?

Do we really “have righteousness” if we are in Christ? Can we walk in righteousness without Christ?

THE CHIASM (Romans 8:5-8)

Why does Mark teach the way he does? Some say he is too complicated. Some say he is not complicated enough. Where do you stand?

How does Tom Wright identify/define “chiasm” from these verses? Listen closely! It’s really interesting – and as easy to understand as the ABC’s!

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

THE CALL TO ACTION

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

Day 2

THE FATHER OF MODERN MISSIONS, WILLIAM CAREY, ONCE STATED: “EXPECT GREAT THINGS FROM GOD; ATTEMPT GREAT THINGS FOR GOD.” ARE YOU EXPECTING GREAT THINGS FROM GOD? ARE YOU ATTEMPTING GREAT THINGS FOR GOD?

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues in his new series entitled NEXT: From Northwest Houston to the World. The series will focus on Nehemiah, whose burden for the people produced a bold faith to fulfill God’s promises.

This week, he preaches on the stark differences between Persia and Jerusalem and Nehemiah’s steadfast obedience to God – even through uncertainty and fear.

Scripture Reference: Nehemiah 2-3

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:

THE PALACE OF PERSIA

Did Nehemiah accidentally let King Artaxerxes realize that he was sad?

When this happened, why was Nehemiah hesitant and afraid to tell the king why he was sad?

Was Nehemiah prepared to act on faith, though? Did he do all he could do, leaving the rest up to God? Are you doing the same? Pastor Jarrett offers some encouragement from “Nehemiah’s Play Book”.

Why did Nehemiah pray for FOUR months? Was God hearing his prayer? Pastor Jarrett reminds us that God hears ALL prayers – long or short – elegant or simple.

So what exactly did Nehemiah ask of the king? Was his ask easy or massive?


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

Mighty Ever-Watching Father,

We lift praise and honor to your name. Be pleased with our words and actions.

In the busyness of life, may we choose to serve you by slowing down, being still, and listening for your still, small voice.

May we overlook pettiness and irritants and treat others with kindness and gentleness, because Father, that is how you treat your saints.

Feed us through your Word. Guide us with your light. Use us for your glory.

Protect us from the fiery darts thrown by the devil and his minions.

Hear each plea uttered by each saint. Comfort each; be close to each.

Now, let’s be going and doing and working for the Kingdom.

And, Lord, if you grant us tomorrow, let’s repeat, shouting: “Hallelujah! I am saved by the blood of the Lamb!” for it is in His name we pray,

Amen