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Spiritual Price for Political Silence

Because Christians by and large abandoned politics, evil filled the void.

People of faith have a civic responsibility to be informed and involved.

Steps we must take….

Mark Lanier continues his series Flesh and Spirit from Romans.

Pastor Stephens: a peak at Vision 2026 and Beyond for Champion Forest Baptist Church.

Prayer for today:
Father, watch over your children from your throne in heaven above.
Guide and provide for us as we walk in your ways. Strengthen our guardrails and make them higher and more visible to our wandering eyes....… 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.

THE SPIRITUAL PRICE OF POLITICAL SILENCE

Discussed by Christy Chavers Stutzman
with Christy Chavers Stutzman (www.booksbychristy.org/)

Part 1 of 3

Christy Chavers Stutzman is a small-business owner, a music composer, a former teacher, and former Indiana State Representative. She has written for The Washington Times, The Daily Signal, and is a featured opinion writer for The Washington Stand by the Family Research Council. She has been a featured radio and podcast guest and a keynote speaker at political, Christian, and pro-life events across the country.

Today, Christy discusses her new book, “The Spiritual Price of Political Silence”, urging Christians everywhere to become involved in the political process.

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Which groups in America are more politically active than others? Why have they been more effective?

Too often, Christians are silent when it comes to political matters. What has been the result of this silence? Christy shares about her time spent around the world experiencing other cultures and how they are so vastly different from America.

PART 2 OF 3 - THE SPIRITUAL PRICE OF POLITICAL SILENCE

Discussed by Christy Chavers Stutzman
with Christy Chavers Stutzman (www.booksbychristy.org/)

Questions/Issues Discussed:

People of faith have a civic responsibility to vote. Do they also have a civic responsibility to be politically active for candidates of their choice? Christy reminds us that the phrase “separation of church and state” is not found in the Constitution; it is a lie pushed by the Left.

In what ways can Christians be involved in a campaign? Christy shares some practical advice from her own experience in politics.

PART 3 OF 3 - THE SPIRITUAL PRICE OF POLITICAL SILENCE

Discussed by Christy Chavers Stutzman
with Christy Chavers Stutzman (www.booksbychristy.org/)

Questions/Issues Discussed:

What are the potential consequences of political silence among people of faith, both for individuals and for the nation as a whole?

When and why did our nation begin to decline?

When and why has the Church become silent?

Why did Christy write: “The Spiritual Price of Political Silence”? Click here to order your copy today!

Book References:

“Battle for the American Mind” by Pete Hegseth and David Goodwin.

“The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self” by Carl Trueman and Rod Dreher

FLESH AND SPIRIT

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

Day 2

FUN FACTS: At one time, the word “awful” meant “full of awe” and “literally” meant “actually”. Even the difference between the English language and the British-English language is astounding!

This week, Mark Lanier discusses the importance of knowing the context behind word usage in the Bible, using Romans 8:1-8 as one example.

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:

What did Paul mean when he wrote “the Spirit of life has set you free”? is this for everyone or just for a few select people?

Are sin and death one and the same?

What are the consequences of our sin? Mark shows a news clip of a man who climbed the world’s tallest building – without ropes! Click here to view the video.

Why and how is the law useful – specifically regarding God?


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

NEXT: VISION SUNDAY

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

Day 2

HOW ARE YOU STEWARDING THE GIFTS, RESOURCES, AND INFLUENCE GOD HAS GRACIOUSLY GIVEN YOU?

This week, Pastor Jarrett combines the third and final sermon from his PRIORITIES series with the first sermon 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.

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

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

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Why does Pastor Jarrett have a box full of church history in his office? Pastor Jarrett shares about several of the past pastors of CFBC.

Are you stepping out in faith? Have you answered the call God has placed on your life?

FROM NORTHWEST HOUSTON TO THE WORLD! When and how did Pastor Jarrett envision this statement?

Tune in tomorrow and the rest of the week as Pastor Jarrett shares the vision for CFBC for the coming years.


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

Father, watch over your children from your throne in heaven above.

Guide and provide for us as we walk in your ways. Strengthen our guardrails and make them higher and more visible to our wandering eyes.

As we search your Word, speak clearly to each of us. May we hide your precepts in our hearts so we will not sin against you.

Time is short. The days are dark. Father, shine your guiding light through our words and actions.

Someone is watching our steps. Someone is listening when we speak. May we sow good seeds resulting in an abundant harvest.

Provide, protect, and guide us today and always.

Humbly praying in and through the name of Jesus Christ,

Amen