WHAT’S ON WHAT’S UP TODAY:

Crystal Renaud Day: Women and Porn

Pornography doesn’t just hook in men. Women struggle, too.

Why do so many women keep struggling after years of prayer, accountability, and trying harder?

Mark Lanier and Biblical Literacy:
Can anything separate us from the love of Christ? (Romans 8:35-39)

From the Pulpit of Champion Forest: Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues dissecting prayer -
WHY DOES OUR PRAYER LIFE EFFECT OUR SPIRITUAL LIFE?

Closing Prayer: preparing for Labor Day:
As many rest from their labors this day, we give thanks to you and call upon your name.
Examine our ways and take away all iniquity as we confess our transgressions….

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.

WOMEN AND PORN

Discussed by Crystal Renaud Day
with Living on Purpose (https://livingonpurposekc.com/about/)

Disclaimer: Use caution when listening to this segment around young children. Issues discussed may be upsetting or hard for little ones to understand.

Pornography doesn’t just hook in men. Women struggle, too. Whether you are a man or woman, addicted to porn or not, this segment is for everyone. Let’s help each other!

Crystal Renaud Day is the CEO and Founder of Living on Purpose, a women’s telehealth counseling and coaching practice, and the founder of SheRecovery, a recovery community for women facing pornography, sex, or love addiction.

Crystal was the first author to write specifically for women facing pornography addiction from a Christin perspective. Her first book, “Dirty Girls Come Clean”, gave a voice to a struggle that had gone largely unaddressed.

Click here for more information about Crystal.

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Why have women’s stories about pornography gone largely unheard for so long?

Are more men than women addicted to porn? Crystal explains why the data available is not accurate.

Is “why” a better question to ask than “how to stop”?

After surveying 1,321 women, what has Crystal discovered?

What are the five primary reasons women seek porn? Why does understanding them matter?

Is pornography often a symptom rather than the problem?

Why do so many women keep struggling after years of prayer, accountability, and trying harder?

Why is it so hard for women to seek help in the church? What would make it easier?

What should a husband, friend, or pastor do when someone finally tells them the truth? Crystal first urges grace and hope (not help – until later).

Is this topic still taboo or have others been diving into it, as well?

What advice does Crystal often give women seeking help for a porn addiction? Remember: you are not alone.

What is the SCARS Model (surrender, confession, accountability, responsibility, and sharing)?

Should church leaders/pastors address this issue?

Click here to help support Crystal’s ministry.

STAND STRONG WITH SOPHIE CUNNINGHAM

Discussed by Craig DeRoche
with Family Policy Alliance (https://familypolicyalliance.com/)

Up until recently, the W in WNBA has stood for women. Now, that term is being debated and could be tossed out the window.

Today, Craig DeRoche gives the scoop on Sophie Cunningham. Craig is the President and CEO of the Family Policy Alliance. Craig is a sought-after speaker and author on faith, culture, public policy, and civic engagement. His writings have been featured in the Wall Street Journal, New York Times, Fox News, and Christianity Today, among others.

Click here for more on this and other transgender issues from the Family Policy Alliance.

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Who is Sophie Cunningham and why are her comments about biological sex provoking such an intense backlash?

Is the WNBA trying to silence her?

Is the media fanning the anti-Sophie hate?

Is Sophie’s willingness to stand up for women encouraging other female athletes to do the same?

Is the fight to keep biological males out of female sports far from over?

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ROMANS 9 - -PART 2

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

Day 2

Mark Lanier continues in the series on Romans with a closer look at Romans 9 and the promises of God to His people.

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

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

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Can anything separate us from the love of Christ? (Romans 8:35-39)

Why did Paul write the letter to the Romans – specifically 9-11? Was he frustrated with the people’s attitude and lack of respect for God?

What did God promise to the people of Israel? (Psalm 78; Nehemiah 9; Ezekiel 20; Acts 7) Mark also reads from the works of Josephus – 4 Ezra 3:13-16.

Tune in tomorrow as Mark continues to teach on the two Israels that Paul was referencing in his writings.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, simply 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.

THE PATTERN OF PRAYER - PART 1

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

Day 2

HOW IS YOUR SPIRITUAL LIFE? WHAT ABOUT YOUR PRAYER LIFE? HOW AND WHY DOES OUR PRAYER LIFE EFFECT OUR SPIRITUAL LIFE?

Pastor Jarrett Stephens began a new sermon series last week entitled: Pray Like Jesus. In this series, everyone can learn something new about the prayer life of Jesus: his pattern of daily dependence, his prayers for others, his surrender in suffering, and his unwavering trust in the Father.

This week, Pastor Jarrett preaches about The Lord’s Prayer in a brand-new light. NOTE: Pastor Jarrett is taking two weeks to dissect The Lord’s Prayer, so make sure you tune in each day next week for more!

Scripture Passages: Galatians 4:4-7; Matthew 6:5-15; Luke 11:1-4

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

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

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Why did Jesus tell the disciples (and us!) to pray in private?

Do you treat prayer like a magical recitation of words? NOTE: This is NOT like The Lord’s Prayer. Those words do mean something. Pastor Jarrett explains the difference…

Why did the disciples ask Jesus to teach them how to pray?

Why do we refer to God as “Father”? (Isaiah 63:13; Jeremiah 3:19)

Think about this: Are you in a true relationship with God?


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, simply 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,

As many rest from their labors this day, we give thanks to you and call upon your name.

Examine our ways and take away all iniquity as we confess our transgressions.

Let your favor be upon us and establish the works of our hands as we walk humbly before you.

May we share the Good News and make known your wonderous deeds as we exalt and lift up your name.

May we proclaim that you are our God, in whom we trust.

Almighty Father, you are our rock and salvation, and we run into your arms this day.

And, if you grant us tomorrow, we will dedicate all we do to your glorious and wonderful name.

Praying in and through the precious name of Jesus,

Amen.