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It's Friday, December 19th, A.D. 2025. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 140 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Adam McManus Christian prisoners released in Eritrea but many more remain without charges Several Christians in Eritrea, Africa were among a group of prisoners recently released, possibly because of poor health. However, seven church leaders remain in detention after two decades without a charge or a trial, reports the Christian Post. Open Doors noted this week that the release appeared to include believers, businesspeople, and politicians. The names of those freed have not been made public, but the group confirmed that none of the seven church leaders it has advocated for, over the years, were among them. The leaders have each been detained for more than 20 years without legal proceedings. In addition, Open Doors said they have not been permitted to see family members, have access to a lawyer, or appear before a court. Hebrews 13:3 says, “Continue to remember those in prison as if you were together with them in prison, and those who are mistreated as if you yourselves were suffering.” In national address, Trump says prices coming down In an 18-minute speech from the White House on Wednesday night, President Donald Trump discussed the economy. (Read the transcript here) TRUMP: “Eleven months ago, I inherited a mess, and I'm fixing it. When I took office, inflation was the worst in 48 years, and some would say, in the history of our country, which caused prices to be higher than ever before, making life unaffordable for millions and millions of Americans. This happened during a Democrat administration, and it's when we first began hearing the word affordability.” He addressed the falling cost of goods and services since he took office in January of this year. TRUMP: “I am bringing those high prices down and bringing them down very fast. Let's look at the facts. Under the Biden administration, car prices rose 22% and in many states 30% or more. Gasoline rose 30 to 50%. Hotel rates rose 37%. Airfares rose 31%. “Now, under our leadership, they are all coming down and coming down fast. Democrat politicians also sent the cost of grocery soaring, but we are solving that too. The price of a Thanksgiving turkey was down 33% compared to the Biden last year. The price of eggs is down 82% since March, and everything else is falling rapidly.” Arrest warrant issued for Brown University shooter Authorities have reportedly issued an arrest warrant for a suspect in the Brown University mass shooting that occurred last week in Providence, Rhode Island, and are investigating a potential link between the school massacre and the murder of an MIT professor, reports The Western Journal. Just two days after the Brown shooting occurred, Nuno Loureiro, who taught plasma physics at MIT, was shot at his home Monday in Brookline, Massachusetts. He later died of his injuries. During the shooting at Brown, two students were killed and nine others were wounded after the gunman opened fire Saturday afternoon inside a campus classroom during final exams. The male suspect, who is 5'8” with a stocky build, escaped from the building. Army officer once ousted by COVID shot mandate now leads reintegration efforts On October 2, 2025, U.S. Army Colonel Kevin Bouren was administered the oath of office by Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, formally returning Bouren to active duty. The event concluded his three-year separation from the Army, a period initiated by the Department of Defense's 2021 COVID-19 shot mandate, reports the U.S. Army's Communication Office. Bouren, a graduate of the U.S. Military Academy at West Point and an officer with multiple advanced degrees, had a promising career trajectory that included an assignment to the Joint Staff. In 2021, his military service was interrupted after his request for a medical exemption from the COVID shot mandate was denied. During his time away from the Army, Bouren made an unlikely career move. He began working in Christian filmmaking as a co-producer and co-founder of Set Shepherds, managing logistics for films he worked on, while also mentoring the cast and crew as a chaplain. It allowed him to apply his leadership experience in a non-military context while integrating his Christian faith. Bouren said, “As the set chaplain, getting to lead morning devotionals and minister to the cast and crew was wonderful.” In early 2025, when the call for COVID reinstatements came, he said, "God called me to military service, and there was nothing that was going to get between me and going back in the Army. I felt like I had a lot left to offer." After his formal return, Bouren was designated the Army's COVID Reinstatement Task Force Lead. He said, “Our warriors of conscience shouldn't have to navigate this alone. We're here to … support them through every step … after they were “unlawfully separated.” Chick-fil-A embraces and celebrates homosexual marriage And finally, Christian leaders say Chick-fil-A has waffled on homosexual faux marriage and diversity, equity and inclusion policies, reports Christian talk show host Todd Starnes. More than a decade ago, Christians across the nation rallied to defend the beloved fast-food restaurant chain after homosexual faux marriage activists declared war. They tried to put Chick-fil-A out of business after Dan Cathy, the son of founder Truett Cathy said in 2012 that marriage is between one man and one woman. Sadly, there's been a cultural shift at Chick-fil-A. An Orem, Utah Chick-fil-A franchise recently posted photos on its Facebook page celebrating the faux homosexual marriage of two men complete with photos of the gushing grooms. Leviticus 18:22 says, “Do not have sexual relations with a man as one does with a woman; that is detestable.” Family Research Council called out Chick-fil-A accusing the company of duplicity. In a column in The Washington Stand, they wrote, “More than anything, what should frustrate loyal customers is that — unlike the secular corporations that promoted this agenda for decades without apology — Chick-fil-A built a business model based almost entirely on faith. And frankly, that means they should be held to a higher standard. Yes, there are local operators with diverse objectives and opinions, but for the sake of the company's broader character, those individual franchises should be held to a moral code that reflects Chick-fil-A's stated beliefs. At the very least, the vice president of DEI should be reassigned to support the Cathys' original mission, and the cancer of diversity, equity, and inclusion should be eradicated from headquarters.” The Family Research Council added, “Unlike Target or Anheuser-Busch, this company intentionally made religion a part of the chain's identity. So, it's a point of legitimate hurt and disappointment that [Chick-fil-A] keeps profiting from its Christian reputation, only to turn around and sell out those same values. Americans expect that from Nike. They expect it from Starbucks. They believed Chick-fil-A was different — and they continue to be wrong.” In recent years, Chick-fil-A stopped donating to the Salvation Army and to the Fellowship of Christian Athletes after pressure from the far-left. They also funneled $230,000 to Covenant House, an organization that hosts Drag Queen Story Hours. Conservatives were in disbelief — so much so that The Federalist felt the need to spell it out in a headline that read: “Yes, Chick-fil-A Really Is Funding a Group that Hosts Drag Queen Story Hours.” And Chick-fil-A ruffled lots of feathers when they hired a vice president of DEI. Christian talk show host Todd Starnes  said, “Traditional values have been taken off the menu at Chick-fil-A – just like the chicken salad sandwich and coleslaw.” Send your letter of objection to Susannah Frost, Chick-fil-A President, 5200 Buffington Road, College Park, GA 30349.  You can reach Chick-fil-A online through a special link in our transcript today at www.TheWorldview.com, and by calling Chick-fil-A between 9:00am and 10:00pm ET, Monday through Saturday, at 866-232-2040.. That's 866-232-2040. Close And that's The Worldview on this Friday, December 19th, in the year of our Lord 2025. Follow us on X or subscribe for free by Spotify, Amazon Music, or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

On today's program: Sarah Holliday, Reporter for the Washington Stand, reports on President Trump's signing of the National Defense Authorization Act, NYC Mayor-Elect Zohran Mamdani's staff member, who resigned over antisemitic comments, and

On today's program: Sarah Holliday, Reporter for the Washington Stand, Reports on Obamacare developments, reclassifying marijuana as a Schedule III drug, and President Trump's speech on the state of the economy. Barry Loudermilk, U.S. Representative

On today's program: Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the "Outstanding" podcast, provides an update on the health insurance legislation proposal and President Trump's order for a military blockade in

On today's program: Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the "Outstanding" podcast, reports on the House Judiciary Subcommittee hearing on the SPLC, the case before the U.S. Supreme Court on the San Jose,

On today's program: Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the "Outstanding" podcast, reports on the recent developments in the Indiana state legislature's attempt at redistricting, the Trump administration's

On today's program: Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the "Outstanding" podcast, reports on how the Senate voted on the Obamacare subsidies, FRC President Tony Perkins's Capitol Hill testimony on Sudan,

Is gambling doing anyone any good? Host Casey Harper is joined by Les Bernal, national director of Stop Predatory Gambling, and The Washington Stand’s Jared Bridges to confront the roots and impacts of predatory gambling. Few actions by state governments harm Americans more. What does gambling truly offer? Only loss. The three break down what Scripture says about gambling, why corruption around it is so widespread, and whether there’s a real solution to this growing problem.

Is gambling doing anyone any good? Host Casey Harper is joined by Les Bernal, national director of Stop Predatory Gambling, and The Washington Stand's Jared Bridges to confront the roots and impacts of predatory gambling. Few actions by state governments harm Americans more. What does gambling truly offer? Only loss. The three break down what Scripture says about gambling, why corruption around it is so widespread, and whether there's a real solution to this growing problem.

On today's program: Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the "Outstanding" podcast, reports the latest developments on the Senate Republican health care plan, the House NDAA vote, and President Trump's

Is gambling doing anyone any good? Host Casey Harper is joined by Les Bernal, national director of Stop Predatory Gambling, and The Washington Stand’s Jared Bridges to confront the roots and impacts of predatory gambling. Few actions by state governments harm Americans more. What does gambling truly offer? Only loss. The three break down what Scripture says about gambling, why corruption around it is so widespread, and whether there’s a real solution to this growing problem.

On today's program: Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the "Outstanding" podcast, anticipates the upcoming vote on the National Defense Authorization bill, unpacks how congressional redistricting in

On today's program: Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the "Outstanding" podcast, reports on steps to halt the expansion of IVF in the National Defense Authorization Act, efforts to increase military pay,

On today's program: Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the "Outstanding" podcast, provides updates on a Supreme Court decision affecting congressional redistricting in Texas, a Ten Commandment case, and

On today's program: Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the "Outstanding" podcast, reports on President Trump's meeting today with leaders from Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, an Obama

In a world being quickly influenced by Artificial Intelligence, how can Christians navigate this new reality? Host Casey Harper is joined by pastor and Dominion AI cofounder Erik Reed, along with The Washington Stand’s Jared Bridges to unpack how AI can be used in a way that glorifies the Lord. While AI provides knowledge and information, it will never replace the wisdom that actual humans can provide. The three contemplate the future of AI and the impact it will have on the workforce.

In a world being quickly influenced by Artificial Intelligence, how can Christians navigate this new reality? Host Casey Harper is joined by pastor and Dominion AI cofounder Erik Reed, along with The Washington Stand's Jared Bridges to unpack how AI can be used in a way that glorifies the Lord. While AI provides knowledge and information, it will never replace the wisdom that actual humans can provide. The three contemplate the future of AI and the impact it will have on the workforce.

Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the "Outstanding" podcast, covers the recent Ukraine-Russia negotiations with Russian President Vladimir Putin, the generous $6.25 billion donation by tech giants to

In a world being quickly influenced by Artificial Intelligence, how can Christians navigate this new reality? Host Casey Harper is joined by pastor and Dominion AI cofounder Erik Reed, along with The Washington Stand’s Jared Bridges to unpack how AI can be used in a way that glorifies the Lord. While AI provides knowledge and information, it will never replace the wisdom that actual humans can provide. The three contemplate the future of AI and the impact it will have on the workforce.

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On today's program: Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the "Outstanding" podcast, highlights the Russia-Ukraine peace negotiations, a case before the U.S. Supreme Court that would affect private donor

On today's program: Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the "Outstanding" podcast, reports on a special election in Tennessee, the latest developments in the shooting of two National Guard soldiers in

Can AI truly be Christian? Host Casey Harper is joined by pastor and Dominion AI cofounder Erik Reed, along with The Washington Stand’s Jared Bridges, to explore the foundations and future of faith-driven artificial intelligence. Even if you are not a personal user of AI chat bots, the software is everywhere. Erik shares the story behind Dominion AI, how it differs from secular platforms, and the growing evidence revealing the risks of relying on AI for companionship alone.

Can AI truly be Christian? Host Casey Harper is joined by pastor and Dominion AI cofounder Erik Reed, along with The Washington Stand's Jared Bridges, to explore the foundations and future of faith-driven artificial intelligence. Even if you are not a personal user of AI chat bots, the software is everywhere. Erik shares the story behind Dominion AI, how it differs from secular platforms, and the growing evidence revealing the risks of relying on AI for companionship alone.

Can AI truly be Christian? Host Casey Harper is joined by pastor and Dominion AI cofounder Erik Reed, along with The Washington Stand’s Jared Bridges, to explore the foundations and future of faith-driven artificial intelligence. Even if you are not a personal user of AI chat bots, the software is everywhere. Erik shares the story behind Dominion AI, how it differs from secular platforms, and the growing evidence revealing the risks of relying on AI for companionship alone.

On today's program: Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the "Outstanding" podcast, reports on the proposed Obamacare subsidy extensions, the terms of the peace agreement that Ukrainian President Zelensky

On today's program: Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the "Outstanding" podcast, shares the latest on President Trump's plans for Obamacare subsidy extensions, Ukrainian President Zelensky's upcoming

On today's program: Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the "Outstanding" podcast, reports on NYC Mayor-elect Mamdani's White House Visit, Ambassador Sam Brownback's Congressional testimony on Christian

The Rod and Greg Show Rundown – Thursday, November 20, 20254:38 pm: S.A. McCarthy, a writer for the Washington Stand and the Family Research Council, joins Rod and Greg to discuss how the U.S. Department of Agriculture will require people to reapply for SNAP benefits as it tries to curb fraud within the program.5:05 pm: Economist Steve Moore of Unleash Prosperity joins Rod and Greg for a conversation about the "affordability" argument and the health of the U.S. economy.6:05 pm: Breccan Thies, Correspondent for The Federalist, joins the program for a conversation about his piece in which he writes the U.S. should maintain a goal of deporting one million illegal immigrants per month during the Trump administration.6:38 pm: Victor Joecks, a columnist with the Las Vegas Review-Journal, joins the show to discuss his piece for the Daily Signal about ways to help solve the housing crisis in America.

On today's program: Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the "Outstanding" podcast, summarizes top stories, including an Israeli attack on Hamas, the 30-day countdown to releasing the Epstein files, and an

“Socialism works until the money runs out.” Host Casey Harper is joined by Cuban writer and author Yoe Suarez and The Washington Stand’s Jared Bridges to break down the core principles of socialism and its impact on society. Speaking from experience, Yoe shares what life under Cuban socialism looked like, how socialist ideology views the church and how money is not always the solution for societal problems.

“Socialism works until the money runs out.” Host Casey Harper is joined by Cuban writer and author Yoe Suarez and The Washington Stand's Jared Bridges to break down the core principles of socialism and its impact on society. Speaking from experience, Yoe shares what life under Cuban socialism looked like, how socialist ideology views the church and how money is not always the solution for societal problems.

On today's program: Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the "Outstanding" podcast, updates us on the courts' responses to both Texas's congressional redistricting and Ten Commandment legislation, the

“Socialism works until the money runs out.” Host Casey Harper is joined by Cuban writer and author Yoe Suarez and The Washington Stand’s Jared Bridges to break down the core principles of socialism and its impact on society. Speaking from experience, Yoe shares what life under Cuban socialism looked like, how socialist ideology views the church and how money is not always the solution for societal problems.

On today's program: Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the "Outstanding" podcast, covers the U.S. House vote forcing the DOJ to release the Jeffrey Epstein files, White House meetings between President

On today's program: Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the "Outstanding" podcast, reports on the debate over a proposed Israeli two-state solution, President Trump's planned meeting with the Saudi Crown

The Rod and Greg Show Rundown – Friday, November 14, 20254:20 pm: Mark Tapscott, Senior Congressional Analyst for the Washington Stand, joins the show to discuss his piece about how Minority Leader Chuck Schumer's actions during the shutdown could spell the end of Obamacare.4:38 pm: Michael Capuano, Director of Research for the Federation for American Immigration Reform, joins the program for a conversation about a new report showing high immigration levels are adding to the stress of America's housing supply shortage.6:05 pm: Fox News Columnist Liz Peek joins the show to discuss her recent piece about how the Democrats are eating their own following the shutdown with calls for the ouster of Minority Leader Chuck Schumer.6:20 pm: Chris Jacobs, Founder and CEO of Juniper Research Group, joins the show to discuss his piece for the Wall Street Journal about how health reimbursement accounts can serve as an alternative to Obamacare.6:38 pm: We'll listen back to this week's conversations with Utah Speaker of the House Mike Schultz on Judge Dianna Gibson's decision forcing the state to use a congressional map drawn by activists rather than one from Utah lawmakers, and (at 6:50 pm) with Curtis Houck of Newsbusters on how the big three networks have all admitted that Democrats caused the government shutdown.

On today's program: Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the "Outstanding" podcast, reports on the continued reduction of flights as the government moves towards full capacity, the return of SNAP benefits

Every member of the Senate has a tool that allows them to single handedly bring the government to a screeching halt. Host Casey Harper is joined by Family Research Council’s Quena Gonzalez and The Washington Stand’s Suzanne Bowdey to discuss an interesting political tool and tactic: the filibuster. Created in the early years of American government to remove the ability to end debate, the filibuster has been used by both Republicans and Democrats throughout the years. The three discuss what it is, how does it maintain balance in the Senate, and if it were removed what are the unintended consequences for a short term gain, but long term consequences.

Every member of the Senate has a tool that allows them to single handedly bring the government to a screeching halt. Host Casey Harper is joined by Family Research Council's Quena Gonzalez and The Washington Stand's Suzanne Bowdey to discuss an interesting political tool and tactic: the filibuster. Created in the early years of American government to remove the ability to end debate, the filibuster has been used by both Republicans and Democrats throughout the years. The three discuss what it is, how does it maintain balance in the Senate, and if it were removed what are the unintended consequences for a short term gain, but long term consequences.

On today's program: Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the "Outstanding" podcast, previews a potential end to the government shutdown and reports on a Utah judge's ruling on redistricting. He also

On today's program: Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the "Outstanding" podcast, reports on the possible end to the government shutdown, President Trump's plans to honor veterans, and his recent meeting

On today's program: Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the "Outstanding" podcast, reports on the Senate's first bipartisan step towards opening the government, the ongoing air traffic chaos, the U.S.

On today's program: Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the "Outstanding" podcast, highlights the impact of the shutdown on air travel, the SNAP food aid program, and the latest nation to join the Abraham

On today's program: Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the "Outstanding" podcast, explores how the federal government shutdown is causing chaos in America's airports, the Republican lawsuit against

What do regular churchgoers actually believe? Host Casey Harper sits down with Family Research Council’s David Closson and The Washington Stand’s Sarah Holliday to unpack a new survey from FRC’s Center for Biblical Worldview, conducted with researcher George Barna. The study explores how adult churchgoers view today’s key social issues and their personal worldviews.

What do regular churchgoers actually believe? Host Casey Harper sits down with Family Research Council's David Closson and The Washington Stand's Sarah Holliday to unpack a new survey from FRC's Center for Biblical Worldview, conducted with researcher George Barna. The study explores how adult churchgoers view today's key social issues and their personal worldviews.

On today's program: Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the "Outstanding" podcast, considers the impact of the government shutdown on Tuesday's elections and ballot measures and covers recent conversations

Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the "Outstanding" podcast, reports on Tuesday's elections, California's redistricting efforts, Arkansas's ranking as the most pro-life state for the 6th consecutive

Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the "Outstanding" podcast, covers President Trump's designation of Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern, key elections tomorrow in Virginia, New Jersey, and New