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..

PLUS: Our Toll Dollars syphoned to non-tollway expenses.

Local Democrats love spending our money.

Elections matter.

Meet Warren Howell, Candidate for Harris County (Administrator) Judge.

AND: Why not Ken Paxton???

Mark Lanier continues his lesson this week: The Ingredients of Life.

Fighting Temptation. Second part of Steven Morris' sermon.

Part of the closing prayer today: Father God,
Thank you for sustaining me in the midst of life’s storms… and never letting go.
I called out to you and you held me close, for you, Lord, are my shepherd.

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:
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 INTERVIEWS: MEET WARREN HOWELL – CANDIDATE FOR HARRIS COUNTY JUDGE

Discussed by Warren Howell
with Warren Howell (https://www.warrenhowell.info/)

Why are Harris County toll dollars diverted from tollway construction, maintenance, and our safety to fill budget shortfalls in other areas?

Warren Howell is a local businessman turned politician and he wants to know the answer to that question. Warren is a Republican Candidate for Harris County Judge in the upcoming Run-off in late May.

Click here for all the details about Warren Howell.

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Does the amount we collectively pay in tolls exceed estimated costs to maintain the tollways in our area?

What is happening to the excess revenue received?

Is this just one example of how our elected officials are reaching deeper into our pockets, taking more of our money?

Is it time for everyone – from voters to elected officials – to say “Enough is enough”?

Are Liberal Democrats trying to “California” Texas with their progressive ideology?

If elected, how will Warren Howell make a difference for Harris County residents and business owners?

Click here to help support Warren Howell’s campaign for Harris County Judge.

WHAT ABOUT KEN PAXTON???

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

Attorney General Ken Paxton has been a friend for many, many years and has been endorsed numerous times in the LINK Letter.

There is no doubt that Ken, through his staff at the AGs office, has accomplished much for Texas. This is worthy of applause.

But did the filing for divorce by Angela Paxton change the equation? Angela Paxton cited adultery as the reason, basing her decision on Biblical grounds.

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Click here to read more.

THE INGREDIENTS OF LIFE

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

Day 2

WHAT ARE THE INGREDIENTS IN YOUR LIFE? DO THEY GO TOGETHER? OR ARE THEY SEPARATE AND AWAY FROM GOD?

Mark Lanier continues in his series on the book of Romans, looking at one single verse, which is often mistranslated or misquoted. He will explain the context behind the verse, the promise found within the verse, and how we can live the truth of the verse to spread the Gospel to others.

To view Mark Lanier 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:

Last week, Mark discussed in detail the many ways the Holy Spirit helps us. Today, he expands on that little bit.

CONTEXT MATTERS

Why is Romans 8:28 often misquoted?

Does God really have a plan for ALL situations – even the really, really bad things we go through? Mark plays a little clip from Doris Day, explaining this is the WRONG attitude to have about life. But what can we do about it?

What can we learn from the Holy Spirit?

UNPACK THE PROMISE

Why do Bible translators have a tough time with this verse? Do they have to make tough decisions? Mark begins to break down Romans 8:28 and will continue tomorrow.

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

FIGHTING TEMPTATION

Discussed by Pastor Steven Morris
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

HAVE YOU EVER BEEN TEMPTED? WOW! WHAT A COINCIDENCE! ME, TOO! HOW HAVE YOU HANDLED TEMPTATION IN THE PAST? I KNOW IT’S BEEN HARD FOR ME!

This week, Pastor Steven Morris helps us understand why we are tempted and teaches us how to resist it using Matthew 4 – the record of the time Jesus was tempted. After all – Jesus is the ultimate example for us to follow, right?

Find Pastor Steven Morris’s sermon here.   

Find Pastor Steven Morris’s sermon notes here.

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Does the devil distort and twist the Word of God? Does he do everything he can do to keep us from knowing the Truth – including using others to speak lies to us and to the world?

Are “simple, little distractions” really just simple and little? (Deuteronomy 6) Pastor Steven encourages us to NOT reach for our cell phone first thing in the morning, but instead reach for our Bible.

How often do you feel tempted? Will the devil ever stop tempting us?

How can we stand firm in our faith? If we falter, is that failure? (Mark 8:36)

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

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,

Thank you for sustaining me in the midst of life’s storms. You stood with me as the winds blew, never letting go.

I called out to you and you held me close, for you, Lord, are my shepherd.

Now, I cry out for wisdom and knowledge that only you can give. Be in the center of each of my decisions today.

As I hide your precepts in my heart, strengthen my will to resist the devil.

Today, I will pick up my cross and seek to walk in the footsteps of your glorious son, Jesus Christ. I commit my life to you, Father God.

Now, let’s go forth seeking to share the Good News with those lost and wandering before it’s too late.

And, if I am granted tomorrow, by your grace, I will repeat.

All for the cause of Christ,

Amen