WHAT’S ON WHAT’S UP TODAY:

IS LGBT LOSING ITS LUSTER?

Are the youth of America beginning to lose interest in trans ideology?

What is causing this change in perspective among our youth?

Is hope on the horizon? Will the sexual and gender revolution fizzle out and die?

PLUS: Was October 7th, 2023, the worst day of death and destruction for Jews since the Holocaust?

Do many in America not understand the covenant between the Creator of the Universe and the Jewish people?

Does God’s covenant with Abraham hold true today?

Mark Lanier begins this Biblical-Literacy Lesson for this week which focuses on the importance of never giving up and remembering that our ultimate prize awaits us in heaven.

From the Pulpit at Champion Forest: Pastor Stephens (part 1) - HOW DOES WHAT WE BELIEVE ABOUT GOD, JESUS, AND THE BIBLE SHAPE OUR LIFE?

Closing Prayer:
O Mighty Father,
We exalt you and praise your name, for you have done wonderful things. 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 LGBT LOSING ITS LUSTER?

Discussed by Glenn Stanton
with Focus on the Family www.Family.org

Are the youth of America beginning to lose interest in trans ideology?

Glenn Stanton is the Director of Global Family Formation Studies at Focus on the Family. He is also a senior contributor at the Federalist and a regular opinion writer for World magazine. Glenn is the author of 9 books, including his latest book, “The Myth of the Dying Church: How Christianity is Actually Thriving in America and the World”.

Click here  to read Glenn’s article on this topic.

Questions/Issues Discussed:

In recent surveys conducted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control, are teens less likely to say they are lesbian, gay, or bisexual?

Is this reflected in their behavior?

Are girls more likely to identify as LGBT than boys?

What is causing this change in perspective among our youth?

Is hope on the horizon? Will the sexual and gender revolution fizzle out and die?

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WHO LOST ON OCTOBER 7TH, 2023?

Discussed by Aaron Evans
with Friends of the IDF www.israelsoldiers.org

Aaron Evan is the Vice President of the Young Leadership affinity group of Friends of the Israel Defense Forces. Today, Aaron discusses why he is so passionate about sharing the truth about that day with young people in America.

Click here to learn more about Friends of the Israel Defense Forces.

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Was October 7th, 2023, the worst day of death and destruction for Jews since the Holocaust?

Do many in America not understand the covenant between the Creator of the Universe and the Jewish people?

Does God’s covenant with Abraham hold true today?

How is Aaron reaching young professionals with the truth?

Click here to help support Friends of the Israel Defense Forces.

SHOULD CHRISTIANS BE POLITICAL

Discussed by Dr. Albert Mohler
with Dr. Albert Mohler (AlbertMohler.com)

Should Christians be political?

Dr. Albert Mohler, President of the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, explains why the answer is a resounding YES.

Click here to view the video from Dr. Mohler.

ROMANS 9 AND 10 PART 1

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

Day 1

Mark Lanier continues in the series on Romans, finishing up with chapter 9 and introducing chapter 10. The lesson focuses on the importance of never giving up and remembering that our ultimate prize awaits us in heaven.

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:

REVIEW:

Why is context important?

When did Paul write this letter to the Romans?

Why did he write it?

What was Ancient Corinth like?

What were the Isthmian Games?  Mark shares about his time serving on the board for the World Cup in Houston. It’s relevant – listen in!

Did you know that Paul was a tent maker? This is relevant, too!

What was the winning prize in the Isthmian Games? (1 Corinthians 9:25)

Mark reviews the last several weeks at the very end of this segment today. Click the link above and fast-forward to the 30-minute mark to view his comments and illustrations.

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

TO BE CONTINUED

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

Day 1

HOW DOES WHAT WE BELIEVE ABOUT GOD, JESUS, AND THE BIBLE SHAPE OUR LIFE?

This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens preaches about the two ordinances of the church: The Lord’s Supper and Baptism. These two subjects often cause divide among different denominations – and can even cause friction among members in the same church.

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:

What is an ordinance according to the Bible?

WATER BAPTISM

What is water baptism? (Romans 6:3-4; Colossians 2:12; Galatians 3:27)

Salvation: Can we stop being saved? More on this tomorrow…


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,

We exalt you and praise your name, for you have done wonderful things.

You are our strength and our shield. In you, and only you, will our hearts trust.

Our hope is found in you, Lord. May we stay focused on your promise of eternal life.

Be with each saint today. And if you grant us tomorrow, let’s repeat.

All for the cause of Christ, in whose name we pray,

Amen.