WHAT’S ON WHAT’S UP TODAY:

A US Army veteran, lifelong Republican, retired CPA, and philanthropist joins us discussing School Board Trustee elections.

PLUS: a proud mother, educator, and trustee of Cypress Fairbanks Independent School District (CFISD), joins us today with an important message.

And: Across Texas, all registered votes can vote for 17 Texas Constitutional Amendments. For or against.

Visit our website, www.TerryLowry.com for a printable sample ballot.

Use the link for Voting Information for locations and times.

Segment Two: Biblical-Literacy Lesson with Mark Lanier -
 WHAT IS REAL AND WHAT IS FAKE?

Part Two: Pastor Jarett Stephens, Champion Forest -
 A FAITH THAT HOLDS NOTHING BACK

Today’s closing prayer:
Heavenly Father,
Our citizenship is in heaven and … 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.

CANDIDATE INTERVIEWS: GEORGE EDWARDS, CFISD POSITION 7

Discussed by George Edwards
with George Edwards (https://georgeforcfisd.com/)

George Edwards, Jr., is a US Army veteran, lifelong Republican, retired CPA, and philanthropist. He is a 43-year Cy-Fair resident with a proven record of leadership and service. George Edwards previously served as a Cypress Fairbanks Independent School District (CFISD) Trustee from 1995–1998, where he led the effort to eliminate year-round schools.

Click here to learn more about George Edwards and his campaign for Cypress-Fairbanks ISD School Trustee, Position 7.

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Can a School Board Trustee really make a difference in the education philosophy of a school district?

Why is it important for parents to understand the duties of School Board Trustees? George Edwards wants every parent involved, reminding us: “The School Board represents the voice of the community. The community holds the Trustees accountable and the Trustees hold the Superintendents accountable.”

Does every student in Texas have the opportunity to succeed in life with a grounded, K-12 education?

Should School Board Trustees be fiscally responsible? George Edwards believes it is way past time for CFISD to have a forensic audit.

Click here to help support George Edwards’ campaign for Cypress-Fairbanks ISD School Trustee, Position 7.

CANDIDATE INTERVIEWS: DR. NATALIE BLASSINGAME, CFISD POSITION 6

Discussed by Dr. Natalie Blassingame
with Dr. Natalie Blassingame (http://natalieforcfisd.com/)

Dr. Natalie Blasingame is a proud mother, educator, and trustee of Cypress Fairbanks Independent School District (CFISD), the third largest school system in Texas. Natalie believes schools must prioritize academic excellence, discipline, and safety and firmly stands against indoctrination and oversexualization in schools.

Click here  to learn more about Dr. Natalie Blassingame and her campaign for Cypress-Fairbanks ISD School Trustee, Position 6.

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Dr. Blassingame immigrated with her family to America when she was just 9 years old. Is she thankful to have the opportunity to live in America? This is a wonderful story. Listen in!

Can education be a stepping stone for all students? Dr. Natalie Blassingame shares more personal stories – not to brag, but to share her passion to help the next generation.

Can School Boards make a real difference in the quality of education? Once again, Dr. Blassingame shares a heartwarming story of the importance of education in a child’s life.

Who has endorsed Dr. Natalie Blassingame?

Click here to support Dr. Natalie Blassingame’s campaign for Cypress-Fairbanks ISD School Trustee, Position 6.

WHAT IS REAL AND WHAT IS FAKE?

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

Day 2

WHAT IS REAL? WHAT IS THE REAL WORLD? WHERE DOES THE WORLD TRY TO SEDUCE US INTO BELIEVING SOMETHING THAT IT IS NOT?

Mark Lanier continues with his lesson series on the Book of Romans, discussing the importance of looking at who we truly are in Christ (vs 11) and not allowing sin to reign in our lives (vs 12-13). On Friday, Mark will close the lesson with the promise found in verse 14.

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:

NOTE: ON MONDAY OF THIS WEEK, MARK LANIER SHARED THE STORY OF “THE SILVER CHAIR” FROM “THE CHRONICLES OF NARNIA” AND IT TIES IN BEAUTIFULLY WITH THIS WEEK’S LESSON ON ROMANS 6:11-14. IF YOU MISSED THAT SEGMENT, CHECK IT OUT IN OUR ARCHIVES.

WHO WE TRULY ARE IN CHRIST (vs 11)

Who was Paul writing this letter to? What was the purpose of the letter?

Last week, Mark explained why Paul wrote that we are “dead in sin” and “alive in Christ”. BUT what does “must consider” mean? Is this verse still relevant to us today? Mark has a very interesting explanation for this, which he begins around the 34-minute mark at the link above. Check out the illustration online.

Scripture References: Colossians 3:1; Ephesians 4:22; Galatians 5:25

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

A FAITH THAT HOLDS NOTHING BACK

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

Day 2

ARE YOU FOCUSED ON JESUS? OR ARE YOU ALLOWING THE WORLD TO DOMINATE YOUR DAY-TO-DAY, YOUR EMOTIONS, AND YOUR LIFE? WHAT IS HOLDING YOU BACK FROM FULLY TRUSTING IN JESUS?

Over the past few months, Pastor Jarrett Stephens has been telling stories about ordinary people who trusted God in extraordinary ways from the Book of Hebrews. And maybe – just maybe – you will be challenged to step beyond complacency and embrace a faith that is active, resilient, and fully surrendered.

This week, Pastor Jarrett encourages us to hold nothing back using the incredible life story of Abraham.

Scripture Reference: Hebrews 11:17-19

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:

Did Jesus ever claim to be God? If so, was his claim considered to be blasphemous? (John 8:51-59)

How is it possible that Abraham “saw” Jesus? Pastor Jarrett reminds us of who Abraham was, what he believed, his life with Sarah, and the promise made to Abraham by God.

Have you waited on God to answers your prayers? How long have you waited? Are you willing to wait a little bit longer for something a whole lot better?

How did God test Abraham’s faith? Have you ever felt tested? How did you handle that test? (1 Peter 1:6-7) Pastor Jarrett says: “God is never done testing us. Our life will be a series of tests that God either puts us through or, at a minimum, He allows us to go through so that who we truly love, what we truly follow, [and] the sincerity of our faith…will be revealed.”

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,

We shout “Hallelujah!” for we have been adopted into the family of God.

Our citizenship is in heaven and we eagerly await our Savior’s return.

Through Christ Jesus we have access to the throne room.

Father God, call out to those lost and wandering.

Let us go forth together in the power and might of the Holy Spirit, sharing the Good News.

There is planting, weeding, and reaping to be done.

Let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap if we do not give up.

May the harvest be abundant.

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

Amen