WHAT’S ON WHAT’S UP TODAY:

Israeli National Elections: October 27th

Who can vote in Israeli Elections? Do they have mail in ballots?

Is there early voting?

PLUS: Where did GOD come from?

Biblical Literacy: Brent Johnson subbing for Mark Lanier: (part 2) DO YOU KNOW ENOUGH TO TELL OTHERS ABOUT THE TEN COMMANDMENTS?

From the Pulpit at Champion Forest: Pastor Jarrett Stephens WHEN THE GROUND BENEATH YOU SHAKES

Closing prayer:
O Mighty Creator of the Universe,
We lift our praise and petitions to your throne room.
Accept our words and discern our moans and groans, for there are times we do not know what to say.
No matter where we are right now, we simply desire to thank you for being our God… 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.

ISRAELI ELECTION UPDATE

Discussed by Jonathan Feldstein
with Genesis 123 Foundation (www.genesis123.co/)

Who is allowed to vote in elections in Israel? Can citizens vote in person and by mail? Does Israel allow early voting? Do they use electronic or paper ballots? How long does it take to count the votes? Do they vote for individual candidates or for a Party as a whole? How many Parties will be on the ballot on October 27?

Today, Jonathan Feldstein explains the similarities and differences between elections in America and Israel. Jonathan is the President of the Genesis 123 Foundation.

Click here to read Jonathan’s article on the Israeli election.

Questions/Issues Discussed:

What is the “Pirate Party” in Israel? Yes – this is a real thing!

How many citizens are eligible to vote in Israel? How many typically vote?

Is Israel as fractured politically as the US?

Does security rank as the #1 issue on the minds of voters in Israel? In response, Jonathan says: “Israel needs a ‘come-to-Jesus’ moment.”

Are many Israelis facing economic hardships?

Are there educational disparities in Israel?

Some Israeli candidates are urging national unity after years of war and dysfunction. Is this possible?

How is the Prime Minister selected? Jonathan explains the process and also discusses the one time in the 90’s when they attempted to hold an election similar to the United States’.

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WHERE DID GOD COME FROM?

Discussed by Eric Lyons
with Apologetics Press (www.apologeticspress.org)

“Where Did God Come From”?

Eric Lyons, with Apologetics Press explains. 

THE TEN COMMANDMENTS EXPLAINED

Discussed by Pastor Brent Johnson
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

WHAT DO YOU KNOW ABOUT THE TEN COMMANDMENTS? DO YOU KNOW ENOUGH TO TELL OTHERS ABOUT THEM?

Pastor Brent Johnson concludes the special summer series for the Biblical Literacy Lesson at Champion Forest Baptist Church. The series has featured various Scripture passages that are familiar, but the presenter taught them in a brand-new light.

This week, Pastor Johnson reminds us of the purpose and meaning of the Ten Commandments through the hands of Moses, Jesus, and Paul.

Pastor Brent Johnson is the Senior Adult Pastor at Champion Forest Baptist Church.

To view Pastor Brent Johnson’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:

What does the name of God mean to you? What does it actually mean? (Genesis 4:26; Psalm 113; Psalm 148; Proverbs 18; Romans 10)

What is the most important word in the world?

Why does God give us rules/commandments?

Is it hard for you to relate to people sometimes – specifically some people in particular? Can God change your heart/attitude?

How does the Ten Commandments begin? Pastor Brent spends second half of this segment explaining why this is important in regards to our 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.

WHEN THE GROUND BENEATH YOU SHAKES

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

Day 2

DO YOU KNOW WHAT IT’S LIKE TO HEAR BAD NEWS? HAVE YOU EVER FELT HELPLESS AND HOPELESS? WHAT DO YOU DO WHEN THE GROUND BENEATH YOU SHAKES?

Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes the summer sermon series, LIFE LESSONS, with a powerful message on the hope that we have in God using scripture from the Psalms, specifically Psalm 62.

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:

Who was Jeduthun? What was his style of writing? Is he credited with placing the music to David’s words found in Psalm 39, Psalm 62, and Psalm 77?

THEME #1 IN THE PSALMS OF JEDUTHUN: The Brevity of Life (Psalm 39:4-5, Psalm 62:9)

THEME #2 IN THE PSALMS OF JEDUTHUN: A Person in Distress (Psalm 39:2,12a; Psalm 77:14; 62:3-4)

THEME #3 IN THE PSALMS OF JEDUTHUN: The Silence of God (Psalm 77:7-9; Psalm 39:7-8; Psalm 62:1,5)

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

O Mighty Creator of the Universe,

We lift our praise and petitions to your throne room.

Accept our words and discern our moans and groans, for there are times we do not know what to say.

No matter where we are right now, we simply desire to thank you for being our God.

We thank you for caring about our children.

We thank you for the free gift of eternal salvation.

As we continue throughout this day, we acknowledge your sovereignty in our lives.

Rule in all we do, for our eternal hope is found in Jesus Christ and him crucified.

May we walk humbly before you, Father God, faithfully seeking to do good.

Though our path may be in the deepest, darkest valley, comfort, guide, and give us hope.

When walking on the mountain top, may we not forget that you are our guide and provider.

Open our hearts to hear you say: “This is the way; walk in it. Walk by faith and not by sight.”

And, Lord, if you grant us tomorrow, let’s repeat.

All for the cause of Christ,

Amen.