WHAT’S ON WHAT’S UP TODAY:

AMERICA IS A PRODIGAL COUNTRY WANDERING IN THE DARKNESS.

Pastor Ed Ethridge shares what is obvious to most.

The Bible is clear: Attacks against Christians and Christianity are expected.

Plus: CHRISTIAN CONSERVATIVISM: GOOD OR BAD?

Should Christians be involved in politics?

Without Christianity, would Conservatism exist?

How can every day Christians make an impact to keep a Christian worldview within the Conservative movement?

And: Poem penned by Dr. Carolyn McLarty with Oklahoma Eagle Forum. Lobbying 101

Mark Lanier continues in Romans

From the Pulpit at Champion Forest: PASTOR JARRETT STEPHENS continues his sermon on WARFARE PRAYER

The closing prayer:
O Mighty Father,
You have a plan for my day. When the sun rises, I select my path and purpose my steps. I state I will follow you wherever I go and sing praises to your name. 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.

IS AMERICA A PRODIGAL COUNTRY WANDERING IN THE DARKNESS?

Discussed by Pastor Ed Ethridge – Retired
with Truth for You Ministries (www.truthforyou.net/)

The Bible is clear: Attacks against Christians and Christianity are expected.

Today, Pastor Ed Ethridge explains why Christians can actually be encouraged by this reality.

Click here to read the article that inspired this conversation with Pastor Ed Ethridge.

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Can we ignore the darkness that is so pervasive throughout our land? Pastor Ed reminds us that we are to be the light, not the darkness. God saved us to be the Church – so proclaim it loud and proud!

Does the Bible talk about the times in which we live?

Has there been a drastic shift in Hollywood over the past 50-60 years regarding morality and Christianity in television, music, and movies?

Has God changed His mind about what a sin is? Pastor Ed believes that everyone – not just pastors – must look to the Scriptures for guidance and the truth.

Why does God rely on ordinary, sinful men and women to spread the Gospel?

Does God still inspire pastors to preach the Word and the Truth?

Can God use each and every person for His good and His glory? If you have questions about God, Jesus, or salvation, please feel free to contact Pastor Ed, click here.

CHRISTIAN CONSERVATIVISM: GOOD OR BAD?

Discussed by Seth Udinski
with Financial Issues (financialissues.org/)

Some people tout that Christians will save Conservatism. Others, however, believe Christianity will doom the political party to death.

Today, Seth Udinski offers his opinion. Seth is the producer and co-host of Financial Issues, a nationally syndicated talk radio and television program.

Click here to read Seth’s op-ed for this topic.

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Do both political parties have Christian activists?

Where do Christian Conservatives derive their ideology?

To be affective, must Christian Conservatives have spiritual power? Seth urges Christians to hit their knees first thing every morning. Are you?

Should Christians be involved in politics?

Without Christianity, would Conservatism exist? Seth says: “It would be worthless. A dead game.”

How can every day Christians make an impact to keep a Christian worldview within the Conservative movement? Seth reminds us that our most important mission field is the next generation.

Click here to help support Financials Issues. Every contribution, no matter the size, strengthens the ministry and advances the work of His Kingdom.

LOBBYING 101: THE BASICS OF LOBBYING

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

Terry Lowry reads Lobbying 101 by Carolyn McLarty with Eagle Forum.

ROMANS 9 PART 5

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

Day 3

Mark Lanier continues in the series on Romans with another look at Romans 9, really digging into why Paul was so insistent to the people that God had not left them – and He never will.

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 OBJECTOR ECHO (vs 18-20a)

Who does God show mercy to? Who does God show His wrath to? Can we all receive both mercy and wrath from God? Mark quotes theologian Leon Morris to explain what Paul was speaking about in these verses. Click the link above and fast-forward to the 35-minute mark to view the long response.

Is it ever okay to question God? What happens when we do? (Job 9:12; Job 38:12; Job 40:2) Mark references The Wisdom of Solomon (12:12), which was written 100 years before the Book of Romans.

Mark has been explaining Paul’s position on God’s wrath and anger (Acts 23), but what did Isaiah say? Tune in tomorrow to find out as Mark discusses more about Potter’s Rights.

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

WARFARE PRAYER

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

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues in his sermon series 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 reminds us that God is the victor and we can do nothing on our own without him. So, turn to Him first in prayer. It’s the greatest weapon we have against the enemy of darkness.

NOTE: Join CFBC for their Resilience Conference on October 13-15, 2026. Click the link above and fast-forward to the 30-minute mark for the QR Code or click here  to register.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 26:36-46

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:

Warfare Prayer Begins with Honesty

Was Jesus’ warfare prayer proof that the cross was the only way?

When we ask God to “fill our cup” – what does that mean? (Psalm 16:5; Psalm 11:6; Isaiah 51:17, 22; Matthew 20:22; Matthew 26:28)

Do you realize that we are in a real battle with a real enemy?

How many times in the Gospels did Jesus say he was going to the cross?

Why should we be 100% honest with God?


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 Father,

You have a plan for my day. When the sun rises, I select my path and purpose my steps. I state I will follow you wherever I go and sing praises to your name.

Yet, like Jonah, sometimes I choose a different path. Like Saul, I am wrong-headed.

Today, may I be yielded and still. May I take up the cross of Christ and not turn back.

O Father, have mercy on my defiant soul. Empty me of self and fill me with your Holy Spirit.

May I see others with eyes of compassion. May I not be a stumbling block to others.

The laborers working for the harvest are few. Here I am. Use me, Lord. And if you grant me tomorrow, let’s repeat.

Yielded and still, praying in and through the name of Jesus Christ,

Amen