WHAT’S ON WHAT’S UP TODAY:

What is the Purpose of Memorial Day? with Kenneth Davis

Also: The rest of the story - The Returning of Corporal Glenn Hebert Hodak.

Leave no man behind.

We owe such a debt of gratitude. Words cannot describe what we owe.

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

Fighting Temptation. First part of Steven Morris' sermon.

Closing Prayer:
Father God,
How you must cry when a soldier falls in battle defending faith, family, and freedom. Their death does not go unnoticed by you. 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.

WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF MEMORIAL DAY?

Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Part 1 of 2

What is the history of Memorial Day?

When was it first celebrated?

What was the original name for Memorial Day?

What was America’s most deadly war?

What’s the difference between Memorial Day and Veteran’s Day?

Kenneth C. Davis is the author of the “Don’t Know Much About…” book series.

Log on to www.DontKnowMuch.com  to order a copy of one of his books.

PART 2 OF 2 - WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF MEMORIAL DAY?

Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Why are poppies the symbol of Memorial Day?

What General owned the land that became Arlington National Cemetery?

Kenneth C. Davis is the author of the “Don’t Know Much About…” book series.

Log on to www.DontKnowMuch.com  to order a copy of one of his books.

MEMORIAL DAY: ARE WE THANKFUL ENOUGH?

Discussed by Dr. James Thrasher
with The Institute for Faith and Freedom (www.FaithAndFreedom.com)

Dr. James Thrasher is the Senior Advisor to the Vice President for Student Recruitment at Grove City College. He also serves as Associate Professor of Biblical and Religious Studies and Humanities.

Today, Dr. Thrasher tells the story of Corporal Glenn Herbert Hodak, who served and died during WWII. He also encourages us to be more respectful toward those who have served and are serving in the US Armed Forces.

Click here to read Dr. James Thrasher’s editorial on this subject.

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Who was Corporal Glenn Herbert Hodak? Where did he serve? How did he die? Why and how were his remains just recently discovered and identified?

Should our nation be incredibly indebted to all those who have gone before us or who are currently serving in the armed forces?

Do we truly owe a debt of gratitude to those who have and who are giving sacrificially to preserve our faith, family, and freedoms?

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THE INGREDIENTS OF LIFE

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

Day 1

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:

Cocoa powder and baking soda are gross on their own, but mixed together with some other ingredients, they can make a delicious dessert! How is this like the Christian life?

CONTEXT MATTERS

Why is Romans 8:28 often misquoted?

Go back to Romans 8:26: Mark unpacks the Greek in this verse.

How does the Holy Spirit help us? (Mark discussed this in detail last week.)

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 1

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:

What is the devil’s goal for your life? What is the Savior’s goal for your life? The difference is astounding!

Is temptation really that serious?

Why did Satan ask Jesus if he was really the son of God? (Matthew 3:17)

In what other ways did Satan tempt Jesus?

How did Jesus resist Satan? What was his first reaction and response? (Deuteronomy 8:3)

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,

How you must cry when a soldier falls in battle defending faith, family, and freedom. Their death does not go unnoticed by you.

As we remember those who have not returned home from battles in faraway lands, may we stand in silence, acknowledging their ultimate sacrifice.

Today, and every day, Father God, comfort those who mourn. Hold them close and dry their tears.

Use our leaders for your glory and open their eyes to see evil in every form.

May the trumpet warning be heard and your saints take action.

O Hallelujah, Father! I am still here. There must be good for me to do today.

And if you grant me tomorrow, let’s be going and doing and working together, charging ahead to protect faith, family, and freedom.

No king but King Jesus, in whose name I pray,

Amen