WHAT’S ON WHAT’S UP TODAY:

When is bring your Bible to work, school, everywhere Day?

Are you too embarrassed to carry you Bible everywhere you go for just one day?

Make a commitment, make a plan to carry your Bible with you on Thursday, Oct 3rd.

And: How far will Trump compromise just to win?

Know the facts…

David Fleming continues teaching about biblical women you may not know.

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues encouraging us to be unshakable.

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.

OCTOBER 3, 2024 IS BRING YOUR BIBLE DAY!

Discussed by Emerson Collins
with Bring Your Bible Day (www.BringYourBible.org)

Today, Emerson Collins discusses the upcoming Bring Your Bible Day on Thursday, October 3, 2024. Emerson is the Program Manager for the organization.

Click here to help support Focus on the Family, the parent-company for Bring Your Bible Day.

Questions/Issues Discussed:

A healing balm is needed everywhere we go, especially in our schools and workplaces. Can reading God’s Word calm our anxiety and give us direction? Emerson absolutely believes this is true and there are studies that prove it.

We never know what those around us are dealing with. How can we show them the love of Christ simply by bringing our Bible to school or work?

What is the purpose of Bring your Bible Day? Why is there one specific day dedicated to bringing a Bible to school or work?

How many churches, students, and schools were represented during the 2023 Bring Your Bible to School Day? These numbers are very encouraging and there were even students SAVED in Christ because a friend brought their Bible to school or work! Praise!

Why is Bring Your Bible including places of work now, not just school? Can adults really bring their Bible to their office or place of work and share the Gospel with co-workers if asked a question about their Bible? Click here for more resources for adults.

Click here for more information about students’ rights and what is allowed and what is not allowed.

Click here to join the movement.

PRAYERS FOR OUR CHILDREN

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

Lord, I pray that my children would understand their need for Jesus and rejoice in the good news of the Gospel. (Psalm 68:19-20)

Lord, I pray that my children will love learning and that their hearts would seek to understand the world you have created. (Proverbs 15:14)

I pray that as they learn about your world, they would behold the majesty of your glory. (Psalm 19:1)

Lord, I pray that you would surround them with friends who make wise choices and encourage their faith. (Proverbs 13:20)

I pray that their teachers would be wise and gentle. (Proverbs 15:2,4)

Lord, I pray that they would work with diligence and put forth their best efforts. (Proverbs 13:4)

I pray that they would be thoughtful with their words and respectful with their replies. (Proverbs 15:28)

Lord, I pray that you would free them from the pressure of trying to be like everyone else by instilling in them the confidence that they are uniquely made by you. (Psalm 139:14)

I pray that they would receive correction well. (Proverbs 15:31-32)

I pray that they would share their faith with others. (Psalm 145:11-12)

I pray that when they do what is wrong, they would bear consequences that lead them to repentance. I pray that when they do what is right, you would bless their obedience that they may learn to love your ways. (Proverbs 14:14)

I pray that your Word would be on their hearts and in their minds as they learn. (Proverbs 16:20)

I pray that they would be kind to others. (Proverbs 21:21)

I pray that you would give them the grace of self-control. (Proverbs 25:28)

Lord, I pray that your grace would rest upon my children. (Psalm 90:17)

I pray that you would protect them from all evil. (Psalm 121:1-2,7)

More than anything else, may their lives glorify you! (Psalm 86:12)

IVF: FREE FOR ALL? OR MASSIVELY MORE EXPENSIVE?

Discussed by Kristen Ullman
with Eagle Forum (www.eagleforum.org)

Today, Eagle Forum Executive President, Kristen Ullman, discusses recent comments made by President Donald Trump regarding IVF treatments. Kristen has discussed this issue before with us on the program. Click on our ARCHIVES link to listen to those interviews.

Click here to read Kristen’s editorial on this important issue.

Questions/Issues Discussed:

What are the ethical issues some people have with IVF treatments? Kristen discusses eugenics after genetic testing and the destruction of “leftover” embryos which occur at most IVF clinics.

How many non-implanted embryos are frozen or destroyed?

President Donald Trump has stated that “the government take-over of health insurance is much too expensive due to its numerous mandates”. However, he has also called for an IVF mandate at “no cost” for parents. How much would this cost the American taxpayers, paid for by increased insurance premiums for all?

Do mandates force people to buy coverage they don’t need and fund morally objectionable elements? Kristen explains that this is one reason she and millions of pro-lifers are against mandating IVF treatment coverage for all insurance companies.

If Trump is re-elected, can he make an Executive Order mandating IVF treatments at no cost?

Sex-selection commonly occurs during the IVF process. In fact, many couples from other countries where sex-selection is illegal come to America for IVF treatment for this sole purpose. Why does Kristen consider this an ethical issue?

Are there ethical fertility treatments available other than IVF?

Click here to help support Eagle Forum.

ACHSAH, DAUGHTER OF CALEB

Discussed by David Fleming
with Lanier Theological Library (www.LanierTheologicalLibrary.org)

Day 3

This week, Former CFBC Pastor David Fleming subs in for Mark Lanier while he is away on an anniversary trip with his wife. He begins a new series on Lessor Known Women and Aspects of the Bible. His focus this week is on Achsah, the daughter of Caleb.

To view David Fleming’s video for this lesson, click here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

JUDGES 1:11-15 – ACHSAH (CONDUCT)

Yesterday, Pastor David explained how Caleb was a loving father. Today, he continues with that as he discusses Caleb’s faith in God and obedience to God’s Word.

Was Achsah a “passive participant” in her father’s marriage plans for her?

Why did Achsah encourage her new husband to speak with her father? What was the problem? Click the link above and fast-forward to the 42-minute mark to view Pastor David’s introvert/extrovert pie chart on thinking and feelings.

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

THE DREAM CHASER

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

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens is a few weeks in on a sermon series entitled: “Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel”. In this series, he will be exploring the life of Daniel, whose faith remained steadfast in the face of extreme challenges and whose unwavering commitment to God provides a powerful example for us today.

This week, Pastor Jarrett preaches about King Nebuchadnezzar’s nightmare dream from Daniel 2.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.
 

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

How did Daniel show complete faith and obedience in God in the midst of struggles and hardships? How can we exhibit the same faith and obedience? (Psalm 112:7)

Why is it important to have good, strong Christian friends who are willing to pray with you and for you? Pastor Jarrett shares about a few of his prayer warriors and discusses Daniel’s reliance on his prayer partners Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah (Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego).

How did Daniel interpret King Nebuchadnezzar’s dream? Did Daniel give all the glory to God, without fear of retribution from the king?

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

Psalm 63:1 ESV “O God, you are my God; earnestly will I seek you; my soul thirsts for you; my flesh faints for you.”

Father God,

As we come before you, hear our pleas. Be not far from each of your saints.

As we hunger and thirst for your righteousness, may we seek the water that will quench our thirst for eternity and seek spiritual food that endures.

May we not hunger or thirst spiritually, for we shall come to Jesus, your son.

As we feast on every word that comes from you, we lift our cups up before you, our Father.

Fill us with your Holy Spirit.

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

O Lord, hear our humble pleas, uttered in and through the name of Jesus Christ,

Amen