WHAT’S ON WHAT’S UP TODAY:

Hope for those battling substance abuse.

Nearly 50 million people in America are battling substance abuse.

How can we aid in their recovery?

Col Rob Manness: build more ships or lose to China.

If we leave China alone, won’t they just leave us and others alone?

Mark Lanier begins this week’s lesson: TERROR GIVES WAY TO TRIUMPH

Pastor Jarrett Stephens: FIGHTING FOR TRUTH

Closing Prayer for today:
Father God,
Thank you for being compassionate to those who reverence your name.
I am in awe that you choose to connect with those who look up and reach out for your strong hand. 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.

THERE IS HOPE FOR THOSE BATTLING SUBSTANCE ABUSE

Discussed by Dr. David Hager
with Focus on the Family www.Family.org

Nearly 50 million people in America are battling substance abuse. How can we aid in their recovery?

In addition to being an obstetrician/gynecologist, Dr. David Hager has directed programs for recovery from addictive behaviors for over 35 years. He has written about the topics of addiction and human behavior and is a member of the Physicians Resource Council for Focus on the Family.

Click here for FREE resources from Focus on the Family on substance abuse and addiction.

Questions/Issues Discussed:

How did Dr. Hager become involved with helping people and families affected by substance abuse?

What are some of the main causes for addiction? Dr. Hager says there are many causes, but until an addict identifies the root cause, they won’t begin to heal and get better.

Is the journey to healing often difficult?

What is the first step in moving out of addiction? Dr. Hager discusses his book: “Restoring Your Temple”.

Is addiction a life-long process?

Is there always hope for those battling addiction? (2 Peter 3:9)

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BUILD MORE SHIPS OR LOSE TO CHINA

Discussed by Col. Rob Maness
with Col. Rob Maness (www.robmaness.com/)

Is China laser-focused on what it takes to be the dominate force around the world?

Col. Rob Maness is a decorated combat veteran and dynamic leader with over 40 years of experience steering complex organizations through high-stakes challenges. Today, Col. Maness shares his expert opinion on Communist China and what America should be doing to stop them NOW.

Click here to read Col. Rob Maness’ op-ed on this subject.

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Why does Col. Maness firmly believe that the United States must build more ships – and build them now? Col. Maness shares some startling statistics.

Can’t we just leave the Chinese Communist Party alone and then it will leave us alone and play fairly on the world’s stage?

Does the current Congress have the votes to tackle this rising threat from the Chinese Communist Party?

Why did Col. Maness write: “What You Can Do About It: Taking Real Action Against Corruption, Radicalism, and Moral Decay to Save America” and what can people gain from reading it?

Click here to learn more about the Rob Maness Show.

YOU ARE WHO YOU ARE BECAUSE OF THE THINGS YOU HAVE EXPERIENCED

Discussed by Sara Tracey
with The What's UP Radio Program

You are who you are because of the things you have experienced. Know that God has prepared a wonderful future for you. He is molding you into a better person.

Click here for the full article from You Are Pursued.

Note: The audio for this has been edited for content and time.

TERROR GIVES WAY TO TRIUMPH

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

Day 1

IF GOD IS FOR US – WHO CAN BE AGAINST US? DO YOU REALIZE HOW MUCH GOD IS FIGHTING FOR YOU – HOW MUCH HE CARES FOR YOU – HOW MUCH HE LOVES YOU?

This week, Mark Lanier continues in his series on the book of Romans, encouraging us with story after story of God’s faithfulness to those who love and obey Him. God wants our terror to turn into triumph!

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:

Mark begins the lesson with explaining the many movements of Beethoven’s Symphony No 9 and how it is like the Christian life. It’s an amazing analogy and I love it so much. Click the link above and fast-forward to the 22-minute mark to view the video played during this segment.

Abraham… Remember this story about God telling him to sacrifice his son, Isaac? Is this another example of terror giving way to triumph?

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

FIGHTING FOR TRUTH

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

Day 1

IF THERE ARE NO ABSOLUTES, THEN THERE ARE NO STANDARDS. AND IF THERE ARE NO STANDARDS, THEN THAT MEANS THERE IS NO RIGHT OR WRONG. AND IF THERE IS NO RIGHT OR WRONG, THEN YOU CAN CHOOSE TO BELIEVE AND LIVE HOWEVER YOU WANT TO.

This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues in the FIGHT series, preaching on the importance of knowing and living the truth – the REAL truth according to the Gospel, not the world’s twisted version of “truth”.

NOTE: Champion Forest will be hosting a special celebration for America’s 250th Birthday. Click here for more details and to register for the event.

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:

TRUTH IS ABSOLUTE

Why should we be truthful? Pastor Jarrett tells the “fake story” of George Washington and the cherry tree.

Are there unalterable facts?

Why does truth matter?

Does truth lead to Jesus?

TRUTH IS NARROW

Guess what? 2+2=4. Always and forever. Shocking. I know.

Who is God? How can we have a relationship with God? Is this path narrow?

Can Christianity and Islam both be right?

Will the world try and tell us our truth is wrong? Pastor Jarrett has a special message for the seniors graduating high school…

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.

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PRAYER

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

Father God,

Thank you for being compassionate to those who reverence your name. I am in awe that you choose to connect with those who look up and reach out for your strong hand.

Draw us close to your heart, Father.

Today, right now, we lift up our praise to your throne room just as Paul and Silas did in the midst of the jailhouse – in the middle of their troubles and tribulations.

Father, so many need hope today. They are watching us and listening to our words. They see our actions and reactions.

May our smiles open the doors to share the hope found only in your precious son, Jesus Christ. May all we do bring you glory and honor.

Lord Jesus, be a shining light through us today.

Holy Spirit, fill us to overflowing so those around us can experience your presence in our lives today.

Father, we lift this humble prayer to you, in and through the name of your son, Jesus Christ.

Amen