The 4&3 Podcast

Help Persecuted Christians TODAY: https://csi-usa.org/ Christian Solidarity International On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS IN 90: Lawmakers push forward the John Adams – Great American Heroes Act, aiming to honor one of America's most influential founding families with a permanent memorial ahead of the nation's 250th anniversary. FOCUS STORY: Pastor Greg Laurie explains why Christians have a biblical responsibility to defend the Jewish people — addressing Israel's imperfections, God's enduring promises, and why support for Israel is rooted in Scripture, not politics. MAIN THING: Pastor Jesse Bradley joins Billy Hallowell to unpack the Old Testament prophecies that point directly to Jesus' birth and life — and why Christmas is the fulfillment of promises made centuries earlier. LAST THINGLuke 2:11–12 — “Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord…” PRAY WITH US! Faithwire.substack.com SHOW LINKS Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454 Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630

Help Persecuted Christians TODAY: https://csi-usa.org/ Christian Solidarity International On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS IN 90: Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is publicly booed after apologizing to Jewish leaders for government failures amid rising antisemitism — highlighting growing tensions and questions of accountability. FOCUS STORY: A Christian tech group examines the promises and pitfalls of artificial intelligence, offering a faith-based framework for engaging AI wisely rather than fearfully. MAIN THING: A major U.S. move targets both humanitarian aid and religious freedom in Nigeria — with billions pledged to strengthen healthcare and a significant boost for Christian-run hospitals serving persecuted communities. LAST THING: Matthew 16:25 — “For whoever wants to save their life will lose it, but whoever loses their life for me will find it.” PRAY WITH US! Faithwire.substack.com SHOW LINKS Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454 Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630

Help Persecuted Christians TODAY: https://csi-usa.org/ Christian Solidarity International On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: JD Vance speaks at Turning Point USA's AmericaFest, urging Republicans to reject purity tests and internal division, while defending border enforcement, merit-based policies, and the role of faith in public life. We also cover the sentencing of five Iranian Christians to a combined 50 years in prison for basic acts of worship under Iran's sweeping national security laws. FOCUS: Billy Hallowell joins us fresh from AmericaFest with insight into the tone of the movement, how openly faith was discussed on the main stage, and what comes next for conservatives heading into 2026. MAIN THING: Former Gaza hostage Omer Shem Tov shares a powerful testimony of how more than 500 days in captivity under Hamas deepened his faith in God, teaching him gratitude, prayer, and hope in the darkest conditions. LAST THING: Hebrews 12:14 — “Make every effort to live in peace with everyone and to be holy; without holiness no one will see the Lord.” PRAY WITH US! Faithwire.substack.com SHOW LINKS Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454 Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630

"Your house and your kingdom will endure forever." That's God's promise to King David – a pledge and prophecy that came to fruition through the nativity and Jesus' birth. Matthew Chapter 1 opens with a genealogy of Jesus, describing the Messiah as “the son of David and the son of Abraham.” And Luke Chapter 1 corroborates Jesus' tie to David when Gabriel approaches Mary and reveals she will bear a son. Verses 32 and 33 read, “He will be great and will be called the Son of the Most High. And the Lord God will give to him the throne of his father David, and he will reign over the house of Jacob forever, and of his kingdom there will be no end.” Mary is being given a prophecy here that we first see recorded hundreds of years earlier in 1 and 2 Chronicles and 2 Samuel – in particular 2 Samuel Chapter 7, verse 16. It is here in 2 Samuel, God, through Nathan, tells David about his everlasting kingdom — a kingdom build and fulfilled through Jesus' loving sacrifice. And that love is the centerpiece of the biblical narrative. The nativity gave way to the cross and the cross gives way to our true freedom and forgiveness. But a full understanding of both the Old and New Testaments — and the prophecy therein — is what opens us to fully understanding what all of this means. Listen to the finale of "Jesus and the Prophecies of Christmas."

The Christmas season is about far more than trees, lights, and tinsel. It's a fulfillment of prophecy and promise. On this third installment of "Jesus and the Prophecies of Christmas," we're exploring the purpose of Jesus' birth and what the Old Testament prophecies predicted hundreds of years before the nativity. There's a reason the Christmas story has resonated and resounded for more than two millennia – it's a story for every man, woman, and child who has ever lived. Skeptics and others often ask “why” — why did an all-powerful God want to send his own son to the manger and then ultimately the cross? We address that and more in this episode. Join Greg Laurie, Jeff Kinley, Ray Comfort, Jesse Bradley, Shane Idleman, and CBN's Billy Hallowell for this must-hear conversation. And on the next episode of "Jesus and the Prophecies of Christmas" — the finale airing December 21 — we'll take a look at God's promises to King David and we'll jump back into the nativity story to see some of the other powerful and prophetic messages delivered to some key figures who don't often get attention.

Help Persecuted Christians TODAY: https://csi-usa.org/ Christian Solidarity International On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: A tragic plane crash in North Carolina claims the lives of NASCAR star Greg Biffle, his wife Cristina, and their two children. We break down what's known so far — including the humanitarian mission tied to the flight and the ongoing investigation. FOCUS: Nicaragua is banning Scripture. We explain what tourists and churches are being prohibited from doing, what religious freedom advocates are warning about, and why this crackdown signals a broader assault on faith in the country. MAIN THING: Author and former skeptic Lee Strobel joins Tré Goins-Phillips to discuss The Case for Christmas, unpacking the historical evidence for the Nativity and explaining why the Gospel accounts of Jesus' birth differ — and why that actually strengthens the Christian case. LAST THING: Joshua 1:9 — “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go.” PRAY WITH US! Faithwire.substack.com SHOW LINKS Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454 Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630

Help Persecuted Christians TODAY: https://csi-usa.org/ Christian Solidarity International On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: Surprising and sobering abortion numbers are raising new concerns heading into 2026, as fresh data sheds light on post-Roe trends and the growing role of abortion pills and telehealth. FOCUS: We dig into alarming abortion data from the Society of Family Planning, what the numbers actually show, and why advocates on both sides are paying close attention. MAIN THING: A stunning archaeological discovery beneath Jerusalem—near the Temple Mount—is forcing historians to rethink what Jewish life looked like in ancient Zion. CBN's Raj Nair is joined by Israeli tour guide Yoav Rotem with the breaking details and why this find matters now. LAST THING: 1 Timothy 6:12 — “Fight the good fight of the faith. Take hold of the eternal life to which you were called.” PRAY WITH US! Faithwire.substack.com SHOW LINKS Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454 Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630

Help Persecuted Christians TODAY: https://csi-usa.org/ Christian Solidarity International On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: A promising young Christian life cut short. Authorities continue investigating the deadly shooting at Brown University that killed 19-year-old sophomore Ella Cook, remembered by friends for living boldly and unapologetically for her faith as the campus searches for answers. FOCUS: Hobby Lobby is giving away more than half a million copies of Lee Strobel's The Case for Christmas, aiming to spark faith conversations during the Christmas season and reach millions of shoppers nationwide. MAIN THING: After a deadly attack on Jews at a Hanukkah event in Australia, questions are mounting about the surge in global antisemitism. CBN's Raj Nair breaks down how we got here and why warnings from Jewish leaders are growing louder. LAST THING: Proverbs 14:29 — “Whoever is patient has great understanding, but one who is quick-tempered displays folly.” PRAY WITH US! Faithwire.substack.com SHOW LINKS Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454 Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630

Help Persecuted Christians TODAY: https://csi-usa.org/ Christian Solidarity International On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: A stunning arrest in the brutal killings of Hollywood legend Rob Reiner and his wife Michele — police charge the couple's own son with murder as chilling new details emerge. FOCUS: Fox News' Dana Perino marks Thanksgiving in an unexpected way, highlighting the life-saving mission of Mercy Ships and what it means to serve Christ in action. MAIN THING: Actress Jenny McCarthy says the assassination of Charlie Kirk led her to fully surrender her life to God. Billy Hallowell and Raj Nair unpack her testimony and the growing spiritual ripple effect. AROUND THE WORLD: German authorities arrest five men accused of plotting an Islamist vehicle-ramming attack at a Christmas market, stopping another potential mass-casualty terror strike. LAST THING: Hebrews 13:16 — “Do not neglect to do good and to share what you have, for such sacrifices are pleasing to God.” PRAY WITH US! Faithwire.substack.com SHOW LINKS Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454 Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630

Help Persecuted Christians TODAY: https://csi-usa.org/ Christian Solidarity International On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: A Jewish Hanukkah celebration at Bondi Beach in Sydney is shattered by a deadly Islamic terrorist attack, leaving at least 16 people dead and dozens wounded as families gathered to mark the holiday. FOCUS STORY: A civilian hero risks his own life to stop one of the gunmen, helping prevent even greater bloodshed. We break down what happened, how leaders are reacting, and what we know about his condition. MAIN THING: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issues a blunt warning to Australia, accusing its leaders of fueling antisemitism and rewarding terror through political appeasement. We play his sharp, direct remarks and examine their implications. LAST THING: John 15:13 — a reminder of the ultimate act of love in the face of evil. PRAY WITH US! Faithwire.substack.com SHOW LINKS Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454 Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630

Mary. Joseph. Zechariah. Some of the key figures in the Christmas story have one thing in common: They received prophetic messages that changed absolutely everything. In the Book of Luke, we see an angel arrive with a jarring message for Zechariah. Then, Mary and Joseph are given stunning proclamations about what's to come — events that change the course of their lives and of human history. How do they all react, and what do their responses tell us? Beyond that, how do these promises fulfill Old Testament prophecies? This second episode of the show dives into these themes and more. Join Greg Laurie, Jeff Kinley, Ray Comfort, Jesse Bradley, Shane Idleman, and CBN's Billy Hallowell for this must-hear conversation. And on the third chapter of “Jesus and the Prophecies of Christ" — which will be released December 21 — we'll explore where Jesus is predicted in the Old Testament hundreds of years before the nativity.

Welcome to "Jesus and the Prophecies of Christmas," a podcast that dives deep into the incredible story of how Jesus' birth was foretold long before the manger. We're exploring how the Old Testament prophecies pointed to the coming Messiah and how ancient promises came to be perfectly fulfilled in the person of Jesus. In chapter one of the discussion, we explore the role and power of biblical prophecy, Jesus' presence throughout the Old Testament, and why the baby in a manger is a fulfillment of God's promises to humanity. This introductory episode sets the stage for what's to come in this powerful, four-part series. Join For King + Country's Joel Smallbone, Greg Laurie, Jeff Kinley, Ray Comfort, Jesse Bradley, Shane Idleman, and CBN's Billy Hallowell for a must-hear conversation. And in the next chapter of "Jesus and the Prophecies of Christmas," we'll explore key figures in the nativity story and how they reacted to the prophecies they were given by God and angels.

Help Persecuted Christians TODAY: https://csi-usa.org/ Christian Solidarity International On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: A chilling first look at Charlie Kirk's accused killer — Tyler Robinson — as he appears in court smirking and whispering jokes to attorneys. Prosecutors outline disturbing new details as the judge weighs camera access and safety concerns. FOCUS: Jordan Peterson's daughter gives a new update on his health — what the family is saying and what Peterson is actually facing behind the scenes. MAIN THING: Nigerian journalist and pastor Hassan John joins us — he has a bounty on his head from Boko Haram and shares what's really happening on the ground as violence intensifies. LAST THING: Lamentations 3:25 — “The Lord is good to those whose hope is in him, to the one who seeks him.” PRAY WITH US! Faithwire.substack.com SHOW LINKS Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454 Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630

Help Persecuted Christians TODAY: Christian Solidarity International https://csi-usa.org/ On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: Erika Kirk is pushing back hard against what she calls “cruel and baseless” conspiracies surrounding the murder of her husband, Charlie Kirk — claims pushed by some on the right, including Candace Owens. She says the speculation is retraumatizing her team, many of whom witnessed the shooting. Her staff will issue a full response on December 15, though Owens has signaled she won't appear. Plus, the Federal Reserve issued its third straight rate cut but showed rare internal division, with three dissenting votes as Chair Jerome Powell signals a pause ahead of President Trump's expected pick for the next Fed chair. FOCUS: A conversation with Lee Strobel — why he's investigating miracles, how the journey impacted his faith, and the most shocking stories he uncovered. MAIN THING: New data from Concerned Women for America shows 41% of Netflix's children's content includes LGBTQ themes. Tre and Billy break down what Netflix is showing kids — and why it matters for Christian parents. LAST THING: Psalm 147:3 — “He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.” PRAY WITH US! Faithwire.substack.com SHOW LINKS Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454 Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630

Help Persecuted Christians TODAY!! https://csi-usa.org/ Christian Solidarity International On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: Teacher in Ireland JAILED over pronoun dispute — Enoch Burke says he's behind bars simply for refusing to call a male student “they/them,” now spending nearly 500 days in jail as appeals continue. Plus, a major First Amendment win in Florida where an appeals court blocked a local “abortion buffer zone,” siding with pro-life counselors who say their speech was unlawfully restricted. FOCUS: Pastor Greg Laurie says a recent evangelistic event at Utah Valley University was nothing short of a “miracle,” with powerful responses and signs of spiritual hunger emerging on campus. MAIN THING: Christian persecution is surging worldwide — and now a major push to confront it is hitting Capitol Hill. Jenna Browder speaks with “For the Martyrs” founder Gia Chacon about what believers are facing on the ground and why this week's Crimes Against Christians summit matters. LAST THING: Romans 15:13 — “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in Him…” PRAY WITH US! Faithwire.substack.com SHOW LINKS Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454 Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630

Help Persecuted Christians TODAY: https://csi-usa.org/ Christian Solidarity International On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: Disturbing new evidence is surfacing in the case of accused CEO killer Luigi Mangione — including bullets hidden in wet underwear, bizarre handwritten checklists, and an alias bus ticket carried the same day UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was fatally shot. Prosecutors say he had cash, multiple USB drives, and a hand-drawn escape map, while Nigerian Christians face another brutal attack as armed militants abduct a pastor, his wife, and worshippers during a Sunday service. FOCUS: Could one of President Trump's children be moving closer to faith in Christ? A surprising online moment sparked speculation — here's what happened, how people are responding, and the larger spiritual context surrounding the Trump family. MAIN THING: Rep. María Elvira Salazar explains her mission to address immigration and shares details of her new legislative efforts aimed at reforming the system. LAST THING: Mark 9:23 — “Everything is possible for one who believes.” PRAY WITH US! Faithwire.substack.com SHOW LINKS Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454 Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630

Help Persecuted Christians TODAY! https://csi-usa.org/ Christian Solidarity International On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: Over 1,000 pastors gather on the Mount of Olives, commissioned to stand with Israel amid rising antisemitism. Chinese pastor Ezra Jin's family launches a U.S. Christmas campaign as Beijing escalates its crackdown on house churches. FOCUS STORY: A new survey shows how pastors are using artificial intelligence, the tools they're turning to, and why some experts warn caution is needed. MAIN THING: As anxiety surges nationwide — especially during the holidays — Dr. Linda Mintle joins Madison Seals to explain how a biblical worldview offers real hope and practical help. LAST THING: Micah 7:7 “I watch in hope for the Lord… my God will hear me.” PRAY WITH US! Faithwire.substack.com SHOW LINKS Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454 Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630

Help Persecuted Christians TODAY: Christian Solidarity International https://csi-usa.org/ On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: Minnesota's $1 billion COVID-aid fraud scandal is back in the spotlight as Rep. Ilhan Omar faces tough questions and new probes open into Somali-linked nonprofits. Plus, a Samaritan's Purse plane is hijacked in South Sudan, and federal investigators revisit a massive Minnesota autism-therapy Medicaid scam with international ties. FOCUS STORY: What's behind the latest push on religious exemptions — and why critics say it opens the door to government overreach. MAIN THING: An 88-year-old veteran working “just to get by” receives an incredible blessing that changes everything. LAST THING: Philippians 2:3 — “Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves.” PRAY WITH US! Faithwire.substack.com SHOW LINKS Content creator Samuel Weidenhofer: https://www.instagram.com/itssozer/ To donate to US Army vet Ed Bambas' GoFundMe, click here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-88-year-old-veteran-ed-to-live-with-comfort Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454 Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630

PODCAST SPONSOR: Christian Solidarity International Help Persecuted Christians TODAY: https://csi-usa.org/ On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: The U.S. Supreme Court hears a major case involving Christian pregnancy centers accused of misleading women — and the state demanding thousands of donor names. Plus, a surprising spiritual surge hits Clemson University's Greek life as students trade the party scene for Bible study. FOCUS STORY: A new survey shows an alarming rise in the belief that “words = violence” among college students — and troubling support for shutting down speech. MAIN THING: “Chatbot Jesus”? AI-written sermons? Billy Hallowell and Raj Nair break down what Christians should embrace — and what they should avoid — as artificial intelligence races ahead. LAST THING: Psalm 19:14 — “Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in Your sight…” PRAY WITH US! Faithwire.substack.com SHOW LINKS Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454 Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630

PODCAST SPONSOR: Christian Solidarity International HELP PERSECUTED CHRISTIANS: https://csi-usa.org/ On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: Congress demands answers after disputed claims of a U.S. strike off Venezuela—NYT debunks the Washington Post report as the Pentagon launches a full investigation. FOCUS STORY: Former psychic-turned-Christian Jenn Nizza issues a serious warning to parents about the new Wicked: For Good sequel. MAIN THING: A wildfire on the Sea of Galilee uncovers stunning new evidence tied to the hometown of Jesus' disciples—Dr. Steven Notley joins us to explain what the blaze revealed. LAST THING: Leviticus 20:6 — a sobering reminder about the dangers of turning to the occult. PRAY WITH US! Faithwire.substack.com SHOW LINKS Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454 Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630

PODCAST SPONSOR: Christian Solidarity International HELP PERSECUTED CHRISTIANS: https://csi-usa.org/ On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: A Mississippi street preacher's arrest sparks a Supreme Court showdown over free speech and religious liberty. Plus, churches in Sudan vandalized as civil war worsens. FOCUS STORY: The custody battle of a single mom raises big questions about parental rights and the courts. MAIN THING: Erika Kirk speaks publicly about her faith following her husband's murder — is she angry at God? Billy Hallowell and Raj Nair break down her powerful comments. LAST THING: Romans 12:2 — a reminder to stay grounded and transformed by God's truth. PRAY WITH US! Faithwire.substack.com SHOW LINKS Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454 Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: Trump delivers a stark ultimatum to Venezuela's Nicolás Maduro as the two leaders speak by phone amid military tensions and accusations over deadly maritime strikes. FOCUS STORY: A UK man is arrested after posting a photo of himself holding a gun on social media — sparking a debate over policing, intent, and free expression. MAIN THING: AI-powered toys are flooding the holiday market, but child-safety experts warn they pose real privacy and security risks. LAST THING: Proverbs 21:15 — “When justice is done, it brings joy to the righteous but terror to evildoers.” PRAY WITH US! Faithwire.substack.com SHOW LINKS Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454 Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: Mass abductions in Nigeria as armed groups kidnap hundreds of children, pushing the nation deeper into chaos. Plus, Trump orders a sweeping review of the Muslim Brotherhood, and England breaks ground on a massive monument to answered prayer. FOCUS: Hundreds of students kidnapped from a Catholic school as Nigeria's security crisis worsens and global concern grows. MAIN THING: Pastor Jack Hibbs breaks down the end-times prophecy connections behind America's rising wave of antisemitism. LAST THING: Luke 17:11–19 — the healing of the ten lepers and the importance of returning to give thanks. PRAY WITH US! Faithwire.substack.com SHOW LINKS Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454 Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: Major escalation in Venezuela as airlines suspend flights, Trump prepares to label Maduro-linked cartel a terrorist group, and U.S. military assets move into position. FOCUS STORY: Ohio court reverses course—allowing a church-run homeless ministry to stay open after intense legal battle. MAIN THING: The last living hostage leaves an Israeli hospital—lights off, recovery just beginning. Doctors reveal what really happens in those first unseen moments. LAST THING: Colossians 1:24 — Paul's joy in suffering and the hope of glory. PRAY WITH US! Faithwire.substack.com SHOW LINKS Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454 Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: Beijing ramps up its war on Christianity—18 Zion Church pastors now formally charged as China tightens its grip on unregistered churches. Plus, the latest on the Trump administration's Ukraine peace push after “productive” talks in Geneva FOCUS STORY: China Aid's Bob Fu joins CBN's Gary Lane to break down the CCP's alarming new wave of arrests targeting house-church leaders. MAIN THING: How are pro-life pregnancy centers faring after years of political and cultural attacks? Madison Seals talks with the Charlotte Lozier Institute about their new nationwide report. LAST THING: A reminder from Philippians 4 about finding strength in every circumstance. PRAY WITH US! Faithwire.substack.com SHOW LINKS Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454 Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: Middle East tensions spike after Hamas gunmen fire on IDF troops, prompting swift Israeli airstrikes and exposing a Hamas network operating across Europe. Plus, YouVersion surpasses 1 billion installs as its founder warns pastors about relying on AI for spiritual guidance. FOCUS: Elon Musk claims AI will make human work “irrelevant,” sparking fresh debate over the future of work. MAIN THING: A new report shows anti-Christian violence is surging across Europe. Raj Nair and Tré Goins-Phillips break down what's behind the rise. LAST THING: Proverbs 13:4 — a reminder that the diligent are richly supplied. PRAY WITH US! Faithwire.substack.com SHOW LINKS Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454 Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: A big free-speech victory in Oregon as two teachers fired over transgender bathroom policies win a $650,000 settlement. NEWS: Revival fires at Clemson—6,000 gather, hundreds surrender to Christ, 78 baptized. FOCUS STORY: The Kessler twins, a famed entertainment duo, choose assisted suicide—what happened and what the Bible says about end-of-life ethics. MAIN THING: President Trump and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman meet for the first time in seven years, hinting at a major Middle East reboot—including talk of Saudi Arabia joining the Abraham Accords. LAST THING: Psalm 138:8 — a reminder that God fulfills His purpose for each of us. PRAY WITH US! Faithwire.substack.com SHOW LINKS Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454 Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: Fresh reporting uncovers disturbing online posts from Thomas Crooks — raising new questions about what the FBI knew before the Trump assassination attempt, Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt reacts, demanding transparency on Crooks' motives, possible foreign contacts, and why key digital evidence was never flagged. FOCUS: Biohacker Bryan Johnson claims science can defeat death. We break down the bold claim — and the strong response it triggered. MAIN THING: David Brody sits down with GOP strategist Scott Jennings to discuss Trump's “revolution of common sense” and what it means for the 2026 landscape. LAST THING: A reminder from John 6:35. PRAY WITH US! Faithwire.substack.com SHOW LINKS Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454 Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: President Trump launches America Prays, a nationwide call for spiritual renewal as the U.S. approaches its 250th anniversary. FOCUS: Moody Bible Institute sues Chicago Public Schools, alleging discrimination over religious hiring practices. MAIN THING: Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar breaks down her new immigration bill and why she believes it can finally help solve the crisis. LAST THING: Today's encouragement from Acts 28:31. PRAY WITH US! Faithwire.substack.com SHOW LINKS Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454 Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: A Pennsylvania woman's long-lost Bible mysteriously reappears untouched after more than two decades—firefighters are calling it “divine intervention.” PLUS: The Kennedy Center prepares a Christ-centered Christmas celebration featuring a full live Nativity. FOCUS STORY: Kim Kardashian criticizes psychics after failed predictions—former psychic Jenn Nizza responds with a warning. MAIN THING: New national survey reveals how Christian CEOs lead differently. Madison Seals talks with C12 CEO Mike Sharrow about faith-driven leadership in a chaotic culture. LAST THING: Psalm 118:8 — “It is better to take refuge in the Lord than to trust in man.” PRAY WITH US! Faithwire.substack.com SHOW LINKS Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454 Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: A father-daughter missionary team is killed when their small plane goes down en route to deliver relief supplies after Hurricane Melissa. Focus: Pastor Greg Laurie brings a major outreach event to Utah following the death of Charlie Kirk. Main Thing: Actor Jen Lilley joins the show to share why she sees Hollywood as her mission field and how she follows the Holy Spirit in her work. Last Thing: An encouraging reminder from Ecclesiastes 3:11. PRAY WITH US! Faithwire.substack.com SHOW LINKS Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454 Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: Newly released Jeffrey Epstein emails mention Donald Trump several times — but offer no evidence of criminal ties. Trump's team is calling the release a smear attempt as Congress eyes a broader Epstein document dump. FAITH IN ACTION: Greg Laurie brings a massive Harvest Crusade to Utah Valley University — the same campus rocked by Charlie Kirk's assassination — to deliver a message of hope and healing. MAIN THING: A new U.S.-Israel deal to deport Hamas terrorists trapped in Gaza hits a wall: no nation will take them. Now, the Trump administration could be sending troops to the border. LAST THING: 2 Corinthians 4:6 — “For God, who said, ‘Let light shine out of darkness,' made his light shine in our hearts…” PRAY WITH US! Faithwire.substack.com SHOW LINKS Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454 Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: Chaos at UC Berkeley TPUSA event — Antifa agitators clash with police as protests turn violent. FOCUS STORY: Persecution watchdog Joel Veldkamp weighs in on Trump's decision to label Nigeria a “Country of Particular Concern.” MAIN THING: Supreme Court declines to hear Kim Davis' appeal, leaving her long legal battle over same-sex marriage unresolved. LAST THING: 1 Timothy 6:10 — “For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evils…” PRAY WITH US! Faithwire.substack.com SHOW LINKS Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454 Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: The BBC is in turmoil after a whistleblower exposed intentional editing of a Trump speech to make it appear he incited violence on January 6th. Top executives resigned as more cases of bias come to light — including a Gaza documentary narrated by a Hamas official's son. FOCUS STORY: After years of decline, Bible engagement is ticking upward. We break down new research showing how many Americans are returning to Scripture—and what that means for the Church. MAIN THING: Erika Kirk opens up about losing her husband, Charlie Kirk, how she wrestled with grief, and the faith that sustained her through unimaginable pain. Billy and Tré discuss her powerful message of hope and forgiveness. LAST THING: Ephesians 4:25 — “Therefore each of you must put off falsehood and speak truthfully to your neighbor, for we are all members of one body.” PRAY WITH US! Faithwire.substack.com SHOW LINKS Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454 Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: Bipartisan Senate deal could end the 40-day government shutdown; WWII vet delivers a gut-punching truth about the UK's moral decline. FOCUS STORY: Frank Turek opens up about witnessing Charlie Kirk's murder—and how faith helps him make sense of tragedy. MAIN THING: Brad Brandon sheds light on Nigeria's overlooked Christian genocide and the creeping spread of Sharia ideology. LAST THING: Proverbs 12:22 — “Lying lips are an abomination to the Lord, but those who act faithfully are his delight.” PRAY WITH US! Faithwire.substack.com SHOW LINKS WATCH: FULL Frank Turek Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DXZ8EyOWwg0 Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454 Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: Dallas Cowboys player Marshawn Kneeland's tragic death and the incredible rescue of a missing California hunter. FOCUS STORY: A victory for free speech and religious liberty in Chapin, South Carolina. MAIN THING: Actor Brett Varvel on faith, film, and what America might look like if owning a Bible were illegal. LAST THING: Ephesians 2:8-10 — “For by grace you have been saved through faith…” PRAY WITH US! Faithwire.substack.com SHOW LINKS Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454 Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: Tragedy in Kentucky — a fiery UPS cargo plane crash near Louisville leaves at least nine dead, with search efforts ongoing. FOCUS STORY: Corey Asbury and Forrest Frank share the latest on plans for a Christian alternative to the Super Bowl halftime show. MAIN THING: Operation Blessing teams bring clean water, food, and medical aid to communities hit hardest by Hurricane Melissa. LAST THING: Psalm 96:3 — “Declare his glory among the nations, his marvelous works among all the peoples!” PRAY WITH US! Faithwire.substack.com SHOW LINKS Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454 Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: Deadly UPS plane crash rocks Louisville; Democrats win big in Virginia, New Jersey, and New York City. FOCUS STORY: Charlie Kirk's widow, Erika, opens up about faith, courage, and where true safety comes from. MAIN THING: Viral gym confrontation sparks debate on women's safety and biological boundaries — Billy and Tré weigh in. LAST THING: 2 Timothy 1:7 — “For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline.” PRAY WITH US! Faithwire.substack.com SHOW LINKS Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454 Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: A stunning new poll suggests nearly one million New Yorkers could flee the city if socialist candidate Zohran Mamdani wins the mayor's race — potentially triggering the largest population flight in U.S. history. FOCUS STORY: A victory for religious freedom in Texas — judges who refuse to perform same-sex weddings on faith grounds will not face punishment. MAIN THING: President Trump has placed Nigeria back on the list of “Countries of Particular Concern” for religious persecution. Joel Veldkamp from Christian Solidarity International joins Billy Hallowell to discuss what this means for Christians under attack and what work still needs to be done. LAST THING: Matthew 19:4-6 — “At the beginning the Creator ‘made them male and female,' and said, ‘For this reason a man will leave his father and mother and be united to his wife.'” PRAY WITH US! Faithwire.substack.com SHOW LINKS Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454 Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: The world's biggest podcaster is getting curious about Christ — Joe Rogan says he's been attending church and can't stop thinking about Jesus' sacrifice. Plus, the NYC mayor's race heads into Election Day with record turnout and major party divisions. FOCUS STORY: Todd Nettleton from The Voice of the Martyrs joins to mark the International Day of Prayer for Persecuted Christians — sharing powerful stories from believers who remain faithful under fire. MAIN THING: With the government shutdown nearing record length, SNAP benefits are drying up — and Operation Blessing is stepping in to meet the need. Madison Seals talks with David Edson about how they're filling the gap. LAST THING: Matthew 5:44 — “But I tell you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you.” PRAY WITH US! Faithwire.substack.com SHOW LINKS Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454 Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: A New York HVAC technician says his faith cost him his job after following the “Billy Graham Rule.” Now he's suing for religious discrimination in a case testing workplace respect for Christian convictions. FOCUS STORY: A high schooler wins a legal battle over her right to express faith—through a Bible verse on her parking spot. Hear how her bold stand sparked national attention and what she's telling other students. MAIN THING: Former psychic medium Jenn Nizza joins Tré Goins-Phillips to share her chilling firsthand account of how dabbling in the occult opened “demonic doors” in her life—and how Christ set her free. LAST THING: James 4:7 — “Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.” PRAY WITH US! Faithwire.substack.com SHOW LINKS Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454 Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: Israel enforces a shaky ceasefire after retaliatory strikes on Hamas following deadly violations. President Trump warns Hamas that further aggression “will be terminated,” while international partners signal support. FOCUS STORY: Viral Christian influencer Jimmy Darts opens up about his journey from social media stunts to Spirit-led generosity — and why he believes giving is a reflection of God's heart. MAIN THING: A stunning new exhibit at the Museum of the Bible displays the Crosby–Schøyen Codex — the oldest known complete copies of Jonah and 1 Peter — offering a glimpse into the faith of the earliest Christians. LAST THING: 1 John 1:5-6 — “God is light, and there is no darkness in Him at all.” A powerful reminder to walk in truth and stay out of the shadows. WATCH: Ancient Scripture revealed: https://youtu.be/RuU34hFB9NE SHOW LINKS Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454 Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: Hurricane Melissa slams into Cuba as a powerful Category 3 storm, leaving widespread devastation across the Caribbean. President Trump offers aid while continuing his Asia tour and high-stakes meetings with world leaders. FOCUS STORY: Dr. Jeremiah J. Johnston — once a skeptic of the Shroud of Turin — now believes it's authentic. Hear what changed his mind and why he's more convinced than ever of the New Testament's reliability. MAIN THING: NFL quarterback Justin Fields shares a powerful testimony about his faith after leading the Jets to victory. Raj Nair and Billy Hallowell break it down. LAST THING: John 10:27 — “My sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me.” A reminder to stay tuned to the voice of the Shepherd amid life's noise. PRAY WITH US! Faithwire.substack.com SHOW LINKS Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454 Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: Lawmakers and Christian leaders are urging President Trump to redesignate Nigeria as a “Country of Particular Concern” amid horrific violence targeting Christians. Advocates say over 7,000 believers have been killed this year alone, accusing Nigeria's government of turning a blind eye to Islamist militias. FOCUS STORY: In Minneapolis, we get an emotional update on Sophia, one of the young victims of Sunday's church shooting, as her family shares powerful words of faith following her release from the hospital. MAIN THING: Many American families are struggling to make ends meet — but a new InvestorsObserver report reveals the most financially challenging cities might not be the ones you expect. Gary Lane talks with financial analyst Sam Bourgi about what's driving the squeeze. LAST THING: 1 Thessalonians 4:13 — “We do not want you to grieve like the rest of mankind, who have no hope.” A reminder that in Christ, even our sorrow is anchored in hope. PRAY WITH US! Faithwire.substack.com SHOW LINKS Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454 Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: Hurricane Melissa has exploded into a Category 4 storm and could reach Category 5 strength as it bears down on Jamaica and Haiti. We'll have the latest on evacuations, damage reports, and where it's headed next. Plus, President Trump continues his Asia diplomacy tour — meetings in Japan and China could shape a new trade framework and ease tensions over tariffs, Taiwan, and TikTok. FOCUS STORY: An incredible testimony — a woman once married to a Hamas member who grew up hating Christians and Jews shares how Jesus miraculously transformed her life. WATCH EX-HAMAS WIFE INTERVIEW: https://youtu.be/Avl4vRkjbS8 MAIN THING: Deportations are ramping up under the Trump administration, and ICE officials in Chicago are warning that anti-ICE networks are growing more aggressive. Homeland Security reporter Anna Giaritelli joins Madison Seals to break it down. LAST THING: Ephesians 2:8 — “For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God.” PRAY WITH US! Faithwire.substack.com SHOW LINKS Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454 Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: NBA gambling scandal: Chauncey Billups, Damon Jones, and a Mafia-linked scheme that's shaking the league's integrity. FOCUS STORY: Alveda King on revival in America—what's sparking spiritual renewal among believers? MAIN THING: Ray Comfort has a message for Christians that might surprise you. LAST THING: 1 Timothy 6:9 — “Those who desire to be rich fall into temptation...” PRAY WITH US! Faithwire.substack.com SHOW LINKS Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454 Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: Amazon's secret robot takeover plan revealed. FOCUS STORY: Dr. Ted Baehr on why Hollywood might finally be softening toward faith. MAIN THING: Trump's war of words with Colombia escalates into a geopolitical fight over the drug trade. LAST THING: Matthew 6:22-23 — “The eye is the lamp of the body…” PRAY WITH US! Faithwire.substack.com SHOW LINKS Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454 Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: A new Pew survey shows a stunning reversal — more Americans now believe religion is gaining influence in public life, the highest in 15 years. FOCUS STORY: Gov. Gavin Newsom signs a controversial bill connecting students with an LGBTQ+ mental health hotline — critics warn it may expose minors to unsafe online spaces. MAIN THING: Is Hamas regrouping? CBN's Raj Nair speaks with IDF Major Elliot Chodoff on what's next in the Middle East. LAST THING: Matthew 24:35 — “Heaven and earth will pass away, but my words will not pass away.” PRAY WITH US! Faithwire.substack.com SHOW LINKS Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454 Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: The government shutdown drags into its 20th day with no deal in sight. Tensions rise as national security and air travel face growing risks, while both parties play the blame game. Meanwhile, former French President Nicolas Sarkozy begins a five-year prison sentence — the first French leader since World War II to be jailed. FOCUS STORY: A new Dead Sea Scroll exhibit is coming to the Museum of the Bible. Dr. Bobby Duke explains how these ancient manuscripts deepen our understanding of Scripture and faith. MAIN THING: Former psychic Jenn Nizza joins Billy Hallowell and Raj Nair to expose the real dangers behind Ouija boards, tarot cards, and other occult practices — and why Christians should steer clear of them, especially around Halloween. LAST THING: 2 Timothy 3:16-17 — “All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness…” A reminder that God's Word equips us for every good work. PRAY WITH US! Faithwire.substack.com SHOW LINKS Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454 Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: A security scare unfolds near Air Force One after Secret Service agents discover a hunting stand with a direct view of President Trump's aircraft. The FBI is investigating amid heightened concern over presidential safety. FOCUS STORY: Christian persecution surges again in Nigeria — we'll have the latest on the violence targeting believers and how the global church is responding. MAIN THING: The FDA quietly approves a generic version of the abortion pill mifepristone just before the government shutdown. Pro-life leader John Ensor joins to explain why this move slipped under the radar and what it means for the fight for life. LAST THING: 1 John 2:15-17 — “Do not love the world or the things in the world…” A timeless reminder to fix our hearts on what lasts forever. PRAY WITH US! Faithwire.substack.com SHOW LINKS Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454 Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: A shocking new account from a freed Israeli hostage reveals Hamas has radicalized everyday civilians — teachers, doctors, even university lecturers — turning them into captors and killers. FOCUS STORY: Forrest Frank fires back at criticism over his awards show decision — and Jelly Roll's public comments spark debate within the Christian music community. MAIN THING: A new survey shows the number of college students identifying as transgender or nonbinary has nearly been cut in half. Raj Nair and Billy Hallowell break down what's driving the shift. LAST THING: Galatians 2:20 — “I have been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me.” PRAY WITH US! Faithwire.substack.com SHOW LINKS Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454 Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630