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What is a Mother?

CHEMICAL ABORTIONS ARE RISING IN AMERICA

Not only is this method of abortion horrific (all methods are, but that is beside the point) – but they are causing major harm to women.

Plus:A Book Report on the Bible by a 5th Grader

During the Biblical-Literacy Lesson this week, Mark Lanier discusses: Christians pray in the name of Jesus. Can unbelievers do the same? What does belief require? What does hearing require?

From the Pulpit of Champion Forest this week, Pastor Stephens shares how fire reveals the presence, power, and holiness of God.

Today’s Closing Prayer:
Heavenly Father,
We praise your Holy Name. You are above all. You alone dwell in heavenly places. 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.

WHAT IS A MOTHER?

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

What is a Mother?
Written by Jor-El Godsey, President of Heartbeat International 

Two babies, yes, twins, a boy and a girl, were in the womb together having a conversation.

The girl asked her brother, “Do you believe in life after delivery?” Her brother said, “No way. What kind of life would that be?” She responded, “I don’t know, but there will be more light than in here. And maybe we’ll be able to walk with our legs, and use our hands to pick up things and eat using our mouth.”

Her brother said, “Sis, that is crazy talk. Walking is impossible. Eating with your mouth? Ridiculous! Our umbilical cord gives us all the food we need!” She said, “Well, I think something different is coming...something better...something infinitely better.”

He shot back, “Have you ever met anyone who has gone through the delivery process and ever come back? After delivery, we’re done! We’re finished! This is all there is.” She pondered what he said, and said softly, “I think I’ll meet my mother, and she will take care of me and you.”

Again, perplexed, he said to his twin sister, “Mother? You actually believe in Mother? That’s the craziest thing you ever have said! If Mother exists, where is she now?”

The sister responded: “She is all around us. We are surrounded by her. We are a part of her. I hear her voice when she speaks to me. I feel her hands near me. I can hear her heartbeat.” “Well,” her brother exclaimed, “I don’t see her, so she must not exist.”

The sister replied, “My dearest brother, we can choose to fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen. For what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal. That is where I’m going to place my hope and trust. Mother is very much alive, and in the quiet of the night I hear her softly singing over you and me. She loves us and will take care of us.”

CHEMICAL ABORTIONS ARE RISING IN AMERICA

Discussed by Victor Nieves
with Life Issues Institute (LifeIssues.org)

Chemical abortions are rising across America. Not only is this method of abortion horrific (all methods are, but that is beside the point) – but they are causing major harm to women.

Today, Life Issues Institute President, Victor Nieves, and North Caroline Congressman Mark Harris discuss this sad reality and what Christians can do.

Click here for more information about Life Issues Institute.

A BOOK REPORT ON THE BIBLE BY A 5TH GRADER

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

A fifth graders’ “Book Report on the Bible”. Click here for the full article

ROMANS 10 PART 4

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

Day 5

Mark Lanier continues in the series on Romans, wrapping up chapter 10 with some great insight into how Paul linked all the previous chapters together in these last few verses (14-21).

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 JEALOUSY AND THE OPEN HANDS (Romans 10:19-21)

Why is it better when we just listen to God and follow His plan for our lives instead of living life on our own terms?

Is everyone welcome into the Kingdom of God?

Will God ever reject His people?

POINTS FOR HOME:

Thank the feet that carried the Gospel to you.

Your feet are the link to someone else’s chains.

Hear the voice of Christ.

Extra challenge: Tell someone who taught you the Gospel.

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

HOLY FIRE

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

Day 5

This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new sermon series entitled: Holy Fire. Throughout this series, he will preach how fire reveals the presence, power, and holiness of God.

In the introduction this week, Pastor Jarrett reminds us that holy fire cannot be managed or produced, but God may send it when His people pursue what He has put in their hearts and live as a consecrated people.

Scripture Passages: 2 Chronicles 7:1-3; James 4:8; Hebrews 12:29; Genesis 3:24; Exodus 25:8-9; Exodus 40:34-38; 2 Samuel 7:1-2; 1 Chronicles 22:1; 1 Chronicles 28-29; 2 Chronicles 5:11-14; 2 Chronicles 6:33; Deuteronomy 4:24

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:

HOLY PEOPLE

What was Solomon’s prayer after the Temple was complete?

Why do so many people have a problem with the Church? Pastor Jarrett reminds us that the Church is meant to be a hospital for the hurting and we are the caregivers.

HOLY FIRE

What happened when the fire fell from heaven upon the Temple?

Pastor Jarrett closes the sermon with a story about Officer Friendly, a police officer who would visit his elementary school on occasion to teach the students about different dangerous situations.

FINAL THOUGHTS

When we encounter Holy Fire, we are never the same.


For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church click here .

PRAYER

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

Heavenly Father,

We praise your Holy Name. You are above all. You alone dwell in heavenly places.

We lift up our leaders to your throne room. Protect and guide them. May they serve you while proclaiming your righteousness and holiness.

You, O Lord, have worked a miracle in our land, opening a window for your saints. May we act justly and love mercy and walk humbly with you, our God.

We commit all our words and actions to your service. May we walk in harmony with you, Father God, and your son, Jesus, in all we do.

May we be empowered by and through the Holy Spirit, lifting up the risen Christ for all to see.

O Lord, hear the pleas for healing, provision, and forgiveness lifted by your saints.

Draw us closer to you. Draw the lost to the foot of the cross. May the harvest be abundant.

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

Praying in and through the mighty name of Jesus Christ,

Amen