WHAT’S ON WHAT’S UP TODAY:

The Dangers of Artificial Intelligence?

Do humans need actual human interaction?

Dr. Jeffrey Rubin is our guest. He is a psychologist, psychotherapist, professor, and author.

PLUS: Mark Tooley, President of the Institute on Religion and Democracy, joins us.

Discussing: UNITED METHODISM VS ASBURY SEMINARY

Will Asbury Seminary out live United Methodism?

Biblical Literacy Class: Mark Lanier continues with Nothing Can Separate US

From the Pulpit: guest DANIEL RITCHIE continues with Believers are Builders

Today’s Prayer:
Magnificent Father,
Thank you for caring for a sinner such as me. You have even numbered the hairs on my head.
I lift up my worries and frets to you. Catch all my anxiety, for I know you care for me… 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.

AI ANXIETY

Discussed by Dr. Jeffrey Rubin
with Dr. Jeffrey Rubin (DrJeffreyRubin.com)

A major culture shift it occurring in America – and it might not be what you think!

Today, Dr. Jeffrey Rubin explains the dangers of Artificial Intelligence and why we need actual human interaction. Dr. Rubin is a psychologist, psychotherapist, professor, and author.

Click here to learn more about Dr. Rubin.

Questions/Issues Discussed:

What are AI-generated chat rooms/chat-boxes?

Are many experiencing severe "AI Anxiety" and pushing back against over-automated, sterile, or emotionally flat content (often dubbed "AI slop")?

Does interacting with emotionally flat, perfectly curated AI content trigger a subconscious sense of isolation?

How can we protect our personal identity and mental bandwidth from the noise of algorithmic information flows? Dr. Rubin discusses one of his book, “The Art of Flourishing”.

For links to Dr. Rubin’s books and to help support his ministry, click here.

UNITED METHODISM VS ASBURY SEMINARY

Discussed by Mark Tooley
with Institute on Religion and Democracy www.theIRD.org

Nearly 8,000 conservative churches quit United Methodism between 2019-2023 because of “wokeness”. Now, Asbury Seminary is in the news for a similar reason.

Today, Mark Tooley discusses the controversy surrounding Asbury Seminary and why it is actually a GOOD thing. Mark is the President of the Institute on Religions and Democracy.

Click here  to read Mark’s op-ed on this topic.

Questions/Issues Discussed:

As a member of the United Methodist church, Mark Tooley watched the breakup of the Methodist denomination from the inside. What caused the breakup?

Many might remember the Asbury Revival, which began in 2023. What caused the revival to begin and what happened?

Is the biblical theology of Asbury too conservative for mainline, progressive Methodism?

Asbury Seminary has served scores of denominations and thousands of students over the years. How will the UMC decision affect them?

Does America’s democracy need strong churches from every branch of Christianity?

Do strong churches need good theology?

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NOTHING CAN SEPARATE US

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

Day 3

Mark Lanier continues in the series on Romans with a look at the end of chapter 8 and the last question Paul asked the people: Who shall separate us from the love of Christ?

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 LAST QUESTION

Yesterday, Mark reminded us that it doesn’t matter what we have done in our past or what we will do in our future – God still loves us and forgives us. (Matthew 19:6)

What does the “love of Christ” mean? Is Christ’s love the same as our kind of love?

What can separate us from the love of Christ? Mark shares a story from a time he and his wife, Becky, were in Italy, and gives some examples of what many people think will earn them God’s love.


PAUL’S LAMENT (Psalm 44)

What is a lament? NOTE: The Book of Lamentations

Did the Israelites know this particular Psalm? Tune in tomorrow as Mark reads the Psalm and gives some context.


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

BELIEVERS ARE BUILDERS

Discussed by Daniel Ritchie
with Daniel Ritchie (danielritchie.com/)

Day 3

This week, special guest Daniel Ritchie preaches in the FIGHT series, emphasizing that our response to the Gospel is the only thing that really matters in this life.

Daniel was born without arms, but he never let that slow him down. He is a Christian, husband, father, and sought-after public speaker. Click here https://danielritchie.com/ to learn more about Daniel.

NOTE: This sermon was preached on Sunday, June 21, 2026 – Father’s Day.

NOTE: Champion Forest will be hosting a special celebration for America’s 250th Birthday. Click here https://www.championforest.org/events/america250/ for more details and to register for the event.

Find Daniel’s sermon here. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eHiv0-ZxN48

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

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

BELIEVERS ARE BUILDERS

Is Paul talking about physical strength or spiritual strength?

What was Paul’s “thorn in the flesh”?

Is God’s grace really sufficient for us? Do we really gain power and strength through God and the Holy Spirit? Daniel offers some encouragement to those who are worn down and feel defeated. Remember: We are weak, but He is strong!

Are we commanded to also build up others? How can we do that?

Is it important to ask for help when we need it? Daniel shares a funny story about the time he put together an Ikea baby changing table/dresser for his daughter.

Can we gain blessings and grow our own faith when we invest in building up others?


BELIEVERS ARE BUILT UP BY THE WORD OF GOD

Why is it so vital to our faith that we study the Bible – really, really study the Bible and not just “read” it? Daniel says: “The Word of God is meant to grant us both endurance and encouragement for us to navigate this life.”

Is it easy to be tempted to come to church on Sunday and then live like the world Monday thru Saturday?


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PRAYER

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

Magnificent Father,

Thank you for caring for a sinner such as me. You have even numbered the hairs on my head.

I lift up my worries and frets to you. Catch all my anxiety, for I know you care for me.

O Lord, you know the plans you have for me – plans for good and not for disaster. Plans to give me hope for the future. Father, fulfill the plans you have for me.

Strengthen me to walk in the power of the Holy Spirit. Grant me great endurance and patience.

Father God, fill me with joy and peace. I desire to walk closer to you each day.

Lord Jesus, you are my light and my salvation. Because of your power and might, whom shall I fear?

Plant my feet in the center of your will as we go together planting seeds for the Kingdom. May the harvest be abundant.

And if you grant me tomorrow, let’s repeat.

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

Amen