Top headlines for Thursday, August 28, 2025

In this episode, we examine the Trump administration's bold move, giving 40 states a 60-day ultimatum to eliminate references to gender ideology from their curricula, under threat of losing federal funding. Next, we explore Kirk Cameron's outspoken critique of pop sensation Taylor Swift, as he claims her influence mocks God and glorifies sin. Finally, we discuss a recent clash in the Christian music scene, where musician Forrest Frank publicly called out Cory Asbury for a parody video following Asbury's accident.

00:11 States pushing 'gender ideology' in sex ed could lose funding
01:12 Ex-deacon ordered to repay $228 million in restitution
02:15 Kirk Cameron warns Taylor Swift 'mocks God' in her music
03:03 Palantir CEO Peter Thiel to lead 4-part series on the Antichrist
03:51 Cracker Barrel restores logo after backlash, Trump takes credit
04:45 UN-sponsored materials teach kids about foreplay, sexual acts
05:45 Forrest Frank calls out fellow artists for mocking his accident

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• States pushing 'gender ideology' in sex ed could lose funding | Education
• Ex-deacon ordered to repay $228 million in restitution | U.S.
• Kirk Cameron warns Taylor Swift 'mocks God' in her music | Entertainment
• Palantir CEO Peter Thiel to lead 4-part series on the Antichrist | U.S.
• Cracker Barrel restores logo after backlash, Trump takes credit | Business
• UN-sponsored materials teach kids about foreplay, sexual acts | World
• Forrest Frank calls out fellow artists for mocking his accident | Entertainment

Top headlines for Wednesday, August 27, 2025

In this episode, we start with the urgent investigation ordered by IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir following reports of an Israeli strike that tragically killed 20 people at Nasser Hospital. We then move on to domestic news, Trump's bold plan to criminally prosecute flag burners, a move in direct opposition to a landmark Supreme Court decision.

We discuss the claims made by Richard Brandon Coleman, ex-son-in-law of Bishop T.D. Jakes, alleging sexual abuse by the megachurch leader. Finally, we end on a transformative note with Michael Iskander, the acclaimed actor known for his portrayal of King David, who has taken a spiritual leap by joining the Roman Catholic Church.

00:11 IDF chief orders immediate probe into Israeli strike on hospital
01:08 Trump announces plan to prosecute people who burn the U.S. flag
02:02 Mayor defiant after anti-Israel protesters halt pride parade
02:51 TD Jakes’ ex-son-in-law claims megachurch founder abused him
03:43 DC faith leaders demand ICE stop using church parking lots
04:41 1,500-year-old cathedral, baptistery unearthed in France
05:57 'House of David' actor announces conversion to Catholicism

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• IDF chief orders immediate probe into Israeli strike on hospital | World
• Trump announces plan to prosecute people who burn the U.S. flag | Politics
• Mayor defiant after anti-Israel protesters halt pride parade | World
• TD Jakes’ ex-son-in-law claims megachurch founder abused him | U.S.
• DC faith leaders demand ICE stop using church parking lots | Politics
• 1,500-year-old cathedral, baptistery unearthed in France | World
• 'House of David' actor announces conversion to Catholicism | Entertainment

Top headlines for Tuesday, August 26, 2025

A landmark judicial decision in Minnesota that deemed the exclusion of faith-based colleges from a dual enrollment program unconstitutional. Next, we’ll discuss the case of a Congolese pastor in Maine who faces detention by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement for reportedly overstaying his visa, highlighting the intersection of immigration, faith, and community. Plus, we travel to Abu Dhabi, where an extraordinary archaeological find on Sir Bani Yas Island is reshaping historians' perspectives on the spread of early Christianity.

00:11 Christian colleges can't be barred from Minnesota credit program
01:03 Chinese national in US illegally charged for prostitution ring
01:54 Congolese pastor who founded a Maine church detained by ICE
02:45 Attorneys urge DOJ to 'bring action' in case of Christian boys
03:41 ISIS remains a 'complex' threat as it adapts, UN expert warn
04:36 Archaeologists make ancient Christian discovery in Abu Dhabi
05:34 Comedian John Crist announces engagement to news anchor

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• Christian colleges can't be barred from Minnesota credit program | Education
• Chinese national in US illegally charged for prostitution ring | U.S.
• Congolese pastor who founded a Maine church detained by ICE | Church & Ministries
• Attorneys urge DOJ to 'bring action' in case of Christian boys | Education
• ISIS remains a 'complex' threat as it adapts, UN expert warn | World
• Archaeologists make ancient Christian discovery in Abu Dhabi | World
• Comedian John Crist announces engagement to news anchor | Entertainment

Top headlines for Monday, August 25, 2025

In this episode, we pay homage to Chuck Girard, the influential voice of the 1970s Jesus Movement who left an indelible mark on contemporary Christian worship. We also delve into the ongoing redistricting battles as Texas and California pass new congressional maps in preparation for the 2026 elections. Additionally, we discuss a concerning report on the presence of antisemitism in Pakistani school textbooks and its implications.

00:11 Tributes pour in for Chuck Girard, Jesus Movement pioneer
01:02 Ex-pastor charged with sending nude photos arrested again
01:56 Texas, Calif Legislatures pass new maps amid redistricting battle
02:54 Teacher placed on leave after mom's allegations, AG's demand
03:52 Texas teachers Reddit community vows to defy Ten Commandments law
04:47 Pakistani school textbooks incite hatred against Israel, Jews
05:37 Christian leaders react to the death of James Dobson

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• Tributes pour in for Chuck Girard, Jesus Movement pioneer | Church & Ministries
• Ex-pastor charged with sending nude photos arrested again | U.S.
• Texas, Calif Legislatures pass new maps amid redistricting battle | Politics
• Teacher placed on leave after mom's allegations, AG's demand | Education
• Texas teachers Reddit community vows to defy Ten Commandments law | Education
• Pakistani school textbooks incite hatred against Israel, Jews | Education
• Christian leaders react to the death of James Dobson | Church & Ministries

Top headlines for Friday, August 22, 2025

In this episode, we reflect on the life and legacy of James Dobson, the influential conservative Christian therapist, author, and founder of Focus on the Family, who has passed away at the age of 89. We also discuss the Southern Baptist Convention's recent efforts to address sexual abuse within its communities through a newly revamped reporting hotline. Lastly, we spotlight Samaritan’s Purse and their humanitarian response to the devastating floods in Wisconsin, showcasing how the organization is providing critical aid to affected families.

00:11 James Dobson, founder of Focus on the Family, dies at 89
01:07 Target urged to reinstate DEI policies as CEO announces exit
02:07 SBC launches revamped helpline to combat sex abuse in churches
03:01 Museum of Bible unveils first-ever Scripture sneakers
04:03 Former Life.Church intern charged with child porn possession
04:49 Drag shows to resume on campus at West Texas A&M
05:47 Samaritan's Purse responds to flash flooding in Wisconsin

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• James Dobson, founder of Focus on the Family, dies at 89 | U.S.
• Target urged to reinstate DEI policies as CEO announces exit | Business
• SBC launches revamped helpline to combat sex abuse in churches | Church & Ministries
• Museum of Bible unveils first-ever Scripture sneakers | Sports
• Former Life.Church intern charged with child porn possession | U.S.
• Drag shows to resume on campus at West Texas A&M | U.S.
• Samaritan's Purse responds to flash flooding in Wisconsin | U.S.

Top headlines for Thursday, August 21, 2025

In this episode, we discuss the resignation of Neal Creecy, senior pastor of Redemption Church in Las Vegas, following his arrest in a child sex predator sting operation. We then explore the implications of a Texas judge's decision to temporarily block a law requiring the Ten Commandments to be displayed in public classrooms. Finally, we preview an upcoming summit on faith and the future of Artificial Intelligence, hosted by The Christian Post, Colorado Christian University, and Gloo AI.

00:11 Federal judge blocks Texas Ten Commandments law
01:09 Christian school reported teacher accused of sex with minor
01:54 Global church planter resigns after arrest for luring child
02:38 Lutheran pastor resigns after planning to endorse AOC in sermon
03:32 LCPS suspends boys who oppose girl in locker room; parents speak
04:27 The Christian Post, CCU, Gloo to host summit on AI and faith
05:24 Chris Pratt declares 'Jesus is King,' celebrates son's birthday

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• Federal judge blocks Texas Ten Commandments law | U.S.
• Christian school reported teacher accused of sex with minor | U.S.
• Global church planter resigns after arrest for luring child | U.S.
• Lutheran pastor resigns after planning to endorse AOC in sermon | Church & Ministries
• LCPS suspends boys who oppose girl in locker room; parents speak | U.S.
• The Christian Post, CCU, Gloo to host summit on AI and faith | U.S.
• Chris Pratt declares 'Jesus is King,' celebrates son's birthday | Entertainment

Top headlines for Wednesday, August 20, 2025

In this episode, we dive into some of the week's most compelling news stories. First, we explore the U.S. Supreme Court's recent decision not to block a controversial Mississippi law that imposes restrictions on social media access for minors. Then, we examine claims from a Christian scientist who argues that a top American museum is spreading misinformation about evolution. Plus, we discuss President Donald Trump brokering peace in the Ukraine-Russia conflict.

00:11 Supreme Court won't block social media restriction for kids
01:22 Smithsonian 'obscuring' new study on humans, apes, says geologist
02:20 Trump says ending Ukraine-Russia war may help him get to Heaven
03:12 Michael W. Smith talks new music, Jonathan Roumie collab
04:01 Number of young people who believe in God surges in UK
04:44 MLB player shares the Gospel, favorite Bible verse with fans
05:36 Prime Video orders 'Joseph of Egypt' biblical drama

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• Supreme Court won't block social media restriction for kids | Politics
• Smithsonian 'obscuring' new study on humans, apes, says geologist | U.S.
• Trump says ending Ukraine-Russia war may help him get to Heaven | Politics
• Michael W. Smith talks new music, Jonathan Roumie collab | Entertainment
• Number of young people who believe in God surges in UK | World
• MLB player shares the Gospel, favorite Bible verse with fans | Sports
• Prime Video orders 'Joseph of Egypt' biblical drama | Entertainment

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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• 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.