WHAT’S ON WHAT’S UP TODAY:

Social Media addictive and harmful.

Emily Washburn, with the Daily Citizen, reviews outcome of two lawsuits.

Some Conservative pundits criticized the use of lawsuits.

Without lawsuits would Big Tabaco ever admit fault?

PLUS: Is Christian Radio Dying?

Does Christian programming help individuals engage with the culture and grow in their faith?

Mark Lanier continues his lesson on Joy in Suffering.

Pastor Stephens continues his sermon on Jesus Brings Understanding.

Prayer for today:
Heavenly Father,
May we show by our words and actions that we believe you are our God. You, O LORD, are Almighty and the maker of heaven and earth.. 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.

SOCIAL MEDIA IS ADDICTIVE AND HARMFUL

Discussed by Emily Washburn
with Daily Citizen (DailyCitizen.com)

Are social media companies like Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube hurting our children? Juries in both liberal California and New Mexico have stated: YES.

Today, Emily Washburn discusses why social media can be so addicting and why we all need to be more aware of the harm it does to young children and teens. Emily is an Issues Analyst at the Daily Citizen, an online publication for Focus on the Family.

Click here to read more from Emily on this and other issues.

NOTE: The lead attorney for the case against Meta and Google, Mark Lanier, was on the program on Tuesday, March 31, 2026. Check the archives for that interview and more details about that case.

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Is there documented proof that Meta and Google knew their platforms were harming children?

Some Conservative pundits have stated that lawsuits are not the answer, but rather parents should monitor their children/teens on social media. Are lawsuits not only necessary, but proper?

Are social media platforms safe for children – or even for adults?

Are social media platforms addictive?

How can we confidently use social media and avoid becoming addicted or harmed?

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IS CHRISTIAN RADIO DYING?

Discussed by John Fuller
with Focus on the Family www.Family.org

In an age where podcasts, streaming, and other digital forms of media consumption seem to be the way forward, people can be tempted to think radio may go the way of the 8-track and VCR.

John Fuller is Co-Host of Focus on the Family’s Daily Broadcast with Jim Daly and serves as Vice President of Focus on the Family’s Audio Division. John is also host of the national Family Weekend broadcast.

John Fuller has spoken in the U.S. and internationally on topics ranging from parenting, marriage, adoption, faith, workplace relationships, and more. He has written for dozens of magazines and is the author of the book: “First Time Dad: The Stuff You Really Need to Know”.

Click here to learn more about John Fuller.

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Is audio readily available today across many different formats? Does Focus on the Family pay for radio air time? Do adults still listen to religious programming?

Does Christian programming help individuals engage with the culture and grow in their faith? John Fuller reveals how many people, on average, make a decision for Christ every day largely in part to Christian programming.

At Focus on the Family, how are guests and topics chosen for their various podcasts and radio programs?

Does Focus on the Family offer an altar call during each broadcast they host? John Fuller discusses one recent show with Senator Ben Sasse.

Does Christian radio bring benefits to listeners that they may not find elsewhere, even at church?

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JOY IN SUFFERING

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

Day 4

WHY IS THERE SUFFERING IN THE WORLD – ESPECIALLY IF GOD IS A GOOD GOD? WHAT COULD YOU ENDURE IF YOU KNEW SOMETHING GREATER WAS COMING IN THE FUTURE?

Mark Lanier continues with his Romans series this week with a great reminder that there IS joy in suffering because we have hope in the Lord.

Romans 8:18-22

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:

CREATION’S EAGER LONGING (vs 19-21)

Yesterday, Mark explained in detail how verse 19 creates criticism among some Biblical scholars. (Isaiah 55:12)

What does “apokaradokia” mean?

Are we in the same era that Paul wrote about?

What is the purpose of creation? What is our purpose? (Ecclesiastes 1:2)

Why didn’t Israelites eat pork or circumcise their boys? This is important! Pay attention!

Tune in tomorrow as Mark discusses the “birth pangs of a new world” and his points for home.

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

JESUS BRINGS UNDERSTANDING

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

Day 4

HAVE YOU EVER BEEN CONFUSED AT WHAT GOD HAS ALLOWED INTO YOUR LIFE? HAVE YOU EVER DOUBTED WHAT THE LORD WAS DOING IN YOUR LIFE?

Pastor Jarrett Stephens began a new sermon series last week entitled: “So, What? Why the Resurrection Matters.” This week, he preaches about the understanding that the resurrection of Jesus brings to us.

Scripture Passage: Luke 24:13-35

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

Questions/Issues Discussed:

DO #1: Can Jesus bring us understanding through Scripture? (Luke 24:27; Genesis 3:15; Genesis 22; Exodus 12; Isaiah 53:3-6; Luke 24:28-29: John 1:1; 2 Timothy 3:16-17; Hebrews 4:11-12) Click on the link above and fast-forward to the 57-minute mark to view the quote from Wheaton College President Pastor Philip Ryken.

DO #2: Can Jesus bring us understanding over time? Pastor Jarrett reminds us that trials, troubles, unanswered prayer, and uncertain times are meant the strengthen our faith. He shares about how long he prayed for something and God made him wait and wait and wait…

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

Heavenly Father,

May we show by our words and actions that we believe you are our God. You, O LORD, are Almighty and the maker of heaven and earth.

Remember not our iniquities. Restore each of your saints, for you are the God of our Salvation.

Hear our pleas for justice for the weak who cannot defend themselves. Father, put away your indignation towards our land.

Revive us again and place leaders in authority that serve and worship you, O GOD. Expose the imposters and remove them.

Grant us spiritual eyes to see and ears to hear clearly from your Word. May we hide your Word in our hearts that we might not sin against you.

Teach us your ways, O LORD. May we choose to walk in your Truth.

Preserve our lives as we stand steadfast and faithful serving you.

Help, comfort, heal, provide, and guide each saint throughout this day, and if we are granted tomorrow, let’s repeat.

For we pray in and through the name of Jesus Christ,

Amen