Top headlines for Tuesday, August 19, 2025

In this episode, we explore the recent protests in Israel sparked by the Hostages and Missing Families Forum's call for a one-day general strike, urging the release of detained individuals. Then, we shift gears to reflect on a new chapter for Gateway Church as they welcome Daniel Floyd as their new senior pastor, marking the end of an era following founder Robert Morris's tenure. Finally, renowned actor Denzel Washington shares his thoughts on navigating cancel culture by staying true to his faith and following God's guidance over public opinion.

00:12 Protests held across Israel as hostage families call for strike
01:11 Gateway Church officially turns page on Robert Morris
02:10 Denzel Washington rejects cancel culture, puts faith above awards
03:00 Pastor David Daniels resigns over porn addiction
03:57 Costco won't sell abortion pill at pharmacies
04:51 First female archbishop in UK defends lesbian lifestyle
05:44 Mercyhealth pays over $1M to settle vaccine mandate complaints

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Links to the News

• Protests held across Israel as hostage families call for strike | World
• Gateway Church officially turns page on Robert Morris | Church & Ministries
• Denzel Washington rejects cancel culture, puts faith above awards | Entertainment
• Pastor David Daniels resigns over porn addiction | Church & Ministries
• Costco won't sell abortion pill at pharmacies | Business
• First female archbishop in UK defends lesbian lifestyle | Church & Ministries
• Mercyhealth pays over $1M to settle vaccine mandate complaints | U.S.