WHAT’S ON WHAT’S UP TODAY:

For woman, what is really like living in Iran?

Marziyeh Amirizadeh shares her horrors.

Visit her website at www.marzisjourney.com

Why don’t feminists in the US support her and other women living in Iran?

Answer: doesn’t go along with their feminist narrative.

Plus: Pastor Ed Ethridge encourages Christ-followers to be examples of Christ.

Mark Lanier continues with PSALMS IN THE TRIALS OF LIFE

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues with Worthy of our all.

Closing prayer:
O Mighty Father, Creator of All,
As sons and daughters of the Most High, we lift this humble prayer to the throne room.
May we be living, breathing testimonies of your son, Jesus Christ, in all we do and say.
May we not be a reason for someone to stumble or fall. 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 IT REALLY LIKE TO LIVE IN IRAN AS A CHRISTIAN WOMAN?

Discussed by Marziyeh Amirizadeh
with Marziyeh Amirizadeh (www.marzisjourney.com/)

Disclaimer: Use caution when listening to this segment around young children. Issues discussed may be upsetting or hard for little ones to understand.

Marziyeh Amirizadeh is an Iranian American who immigrated to the US after being sentenced to death in Iran for the crime of converting to Christianity. Marzi endured months of mental and physical hardships and intense interrogation.

Marzi is the author of two books, a public speaker, and columnist. She has shared her inspiring story throughout the United States and around the world in order to bring awareness about the ongoing human rights violations and persecution of women and religious minorities in Iran.

Click here to learn more about Marzi’s amazing story.

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Marziyeh Amirizadeh grew up in Iran. What was the punishment for converting to Christianity?

Do feminists in America understand the brutal Iranian regime that has killed tens of thousands of Iranians over the past two months alone? Please use caution here as Marzi discusses the brutality that she personally witnessed while in an Iranian prison.

Is “Death to America” an “innocent” chant? Marzi discusses the lies and propaganda which is being spread throughout America and the world about Islam.

Is the Iranian theocracy, which is predominately Shia, a cancer that must be snuffed out? Do they truly believe they are to start Armageddon? Marzia offers a warning to the Western World if they don’t put a stop to radical Islam now.

Why did Marzi write: “A Love Journey with God”? Click here to order your copy today.

IS YOUR LIGHT SHINING BRIGHTLY TODAY?

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

1 Timothy 4:12 “Set an example for the believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, and in purity.”

Today, our good friend, Pastor Ed Ethridge, offers encouragement as we seek to follow Christ in the way we look, talk, and act.

Click here for more information about Pastor Ed Ethridge and Truth for You Ministries.

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Do believers and non-believers often look, talk, and act the same? Do they oftentimes seek after the same (worldly) things?

Why are Christians called to put away their old ways?

Should Christians be ready at all times to share their testimony with others? Must it always be through a verbal conversation? Or can their testimony be shared through actions, as well? Pastor Ed reminds us that someone is always watching…

If you have questions about God, Jesus, or salvation, please feel free to contact Pastor Ed here.

THE TRUTH IS

Discussed by Alison Morrow
with Good Schooling (www.goodschooling.net/)

It is not loving to affirm somebody’s sin and tell them it’s OK. It is not loving to turn a blind eye and pretend like it isn’t happening. It isn’t loving to let someone persist in their ignorance. Our culture has become obsessed with “you do you,” and “to each their own,” and “don’t judge.”

But this results in millions of people being completely chained to their sin, ruled by their emotions, and guided by their body’s trauma response.

Listen in as the What’s UP Radio Program editor and producer, Sara Tracey, reads the words her dear friend, Alison Morrow, wrote about The Truth.

Click here for the full transcript of Alison’s encouraging post.

Click here for more information about Alison Morrow and GoodSchooling.

Click here follow Alison on YouTube.

NOTE: Audio may be edited for content and time.

PSALMS IN THE TRIALS OF LIFE

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

Day 4

Mark Lanier looks at some of his favorite Psalms this week, explaining the purpose of the specific vocabulary and grammar which was used when translating from Hebrew to English.

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:

GOD IS ACTIVE (Psalm 29:1)

What is God’s CV – His “curriculum vitae” – His resume? What is yours? If God read your CV, would He hire you? (Psalm 20:1) Mark discusses Jacob’s CV.

What is another example of God’s reach into the lives of His children? (Psalm 144:1)

How can we praise God for being active in our lives? What is the result of us praising God – both for Him and for us? (Psalm 21:6)

Mark ends the segment with this great reminder: “God’s divine presence is producing a joy moment by moment, day by day… If you have God in front of you, you can have joy in your heart.”

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

WORTHY OF OUR ALL

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

Day 4

WHAT MAKES SACRIFICE SIGNIFICANT IS THE MOTIVE BEHIND IT.

Sunday, March 1 was Commitment Sunday at Champion Forest Baptist Church for their three-year plan to extend their reach in Northwest Houston and the world and Pastor Jarrett Stephens continued his look at the bold faith Nehemiah had to lead the people of Jerusalem to freedom

Scripture Reference: Nehemiah 5:14-19, 6:15-16, 7:1-73

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:

Is sacrifice really all that important in today’s society? Pastor Jarrett explains what “sacrifice” means to us today using Isaiah 1:11-17 and Psalm 51:16-17.

What makes sacrifice significant?
Motive #1: Glorifying God
Motive #2: The good of the people

What does sacrifice mean to the Church – specifically Champion Forest Baptist Church? Pastor Jarrett reads a powerful letter from the first pastor of CFBC, Robin Guess, about their first expansion project in 1976.

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

O Mighty Father, Creator of All,

As sons and daughters of the Most High, we lift this humble prayer to the throne room.

May we be living, breathing testimonies of your son, Jesus Christ, in all we do and say.

May we not be a reason for someone to stumble or fall.

Father, take each saint beyond their own plans and desires. Mold each into the shape of your purpose.

We acknowledge your greatness, O God. Steady your mighty hand and your outstretched arm.

We shout “Hallelujah!” for you are our God and we are your children. Our souls have been redeemed and we are heaven-bound.

Now, let’s go together, working until your Kingdom comes to earth, for there are lost souls still needing to hear the Good News.

Jesus Christ, you are our advocate, and it is in your name we pray,

Amen