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Here are some headlines that were presented during the first quarter hour: --FBI Director Kash Patel announced yesterday that his bureau has arrested a woman who was allegedly planning to bomb the New York State capitol in Albany in an ISIS inspired attack. --An Illinois Islamic scholar indicated he wants Islamic believers at all levels of our government. --A pastor accuses Dearborn, Michigan, of operating under Sharia. --In an official state proclamation, Josh Stein, North Carolina governor, seems to communicate that citizens should celebrate Ramadan. --A Pakistani cleric who admitted he forced his 13 year old niece into marriage will no longer appear at the Islamic Society of North America's annual convention. --Islamic state terrorists have claimed the killing of at least 130 Christians in three weeks of violence across Ituri Province, north-eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo. --President Trump vowed Wednesday to conduct the most crushing economic operation ever taken against the Iranian regime amid the frustration that the two nations have failed to reach a deal to end their war that began in late February. --The United Arab Emirates suspended all trade with Iran Wednesday after the UAE said it had come under renewed fire from the country. --President Trump's administration plans to prevent Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas from traveling to New York next month to speak before the United Nations General Assembly. --Nuclear material has been discovered in Syria and placed under International Atomic Energy Agency oversight.

The sermon concludes the book of Colossians by emphasizing that Jesus Christ, clothed in His gospel, is sufficient for every aspect of the Christian life. It highlights how gospel prayer and gracious witness are lived out within the practical realities of local church community. The text illustrates that true faithfulness involves steadfast prayer, wise conduct toward outsiders, and navigating internal divisions with grace and forgiveness. By examining Paul's final greetings, the message demonstrates that the church is a place where believers use their diverse gifts to advance the kingdom despite human frailty. Ultimately, the gospel produces fruit in ordinary life, calling believers to remain faithful and united in their witness to the world.

Matt Slick Live (Live Broadcast of 08/21/2026) is a production of the Christian Apologetics Research Ministry (CARM). Matt answers questions on topics such as: The Bible, Apologetics, Theology, World Religions, Atheism, and other issues! You can also email questions to Matt using: [email protected], Put "Radio Show Question" in the Subject line! Answers will be discussed in a future show. Topics Include: Matt Discusses World Internet Issues/Attacks on a CARM Missionary from Other Christians/A Challenge to Read Ephesians Chapter 1, and John Chapter 6/ What is Saving Faith?/Counting The Cost of Being a Christian/Romans 10/Discussing God's Sovereignty and Man's Free Will/ August 21, 2026

Ecclesiastes 9 confronts us with the uncertainty of life and the certainty of death. The righteous and the wicked both die, the strongest do not always win, and the wisest are not always recognized. Yet God calls us to receive His gifts with gratitude, work diligently, value wisdom, and live faithfully before Him. In this episode of Reading the Bible Daily with Dave, Dave Jenkins explains why death comes to everyone, why earthly outcomes cannot be controlled, and how Jesus Christ's resurrection gives believers hope beyond the grave. Because Christ has conquered death, Christians can live wisely, joyfully, and faithfully while placing their hope in Him alone. For more episodes of Reading the Bible Daily with Dave, visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/reading-the-bible-daily-with-dave/

Was Muhammad a Communist? Understanding Islam's Political Threat. We are joined by Paul Brown (Founder, Wasson Watch Co.). Topics discussed include: Was Muhammad a Communist? Understanding the History. The Current Threat. The Christian Response.

Why would a loving God allow His people to experience suffering, grief, hardship, and trials? In 1 Peter 1:6–7, we discover that suffering is not necessarily a sign that God has abandoned us. For the Christian, trials can be part of God's loving work of refining genuine faith—like gold being tested and purified by fire. Peter reminds us that even in the middle of painful circumstances, believers have reason to rejoice: God has shown us mercy, given us new life in Christ, promised an imperishable inheritance, and is guarding His people by His power. This sermon explores how God uses trials to expose our dependence on the world, confront spiritual complacency, deepen our dependence on Christ, and turn our hearts toward what truly lasts. Are you going through a difficult season? Are you wondering where God is in your suffering? Or have you become comfortable with a Christianity that fits around the rest of your life? The world is not our home. Our suffering is not meaningless. And our hope is not found in temporary things. Scripture: 1 Peter 1:6–7 Join us as we consider what it means to rejoice in Christ even when faith is being tested by fire. Cornerstone Presbyterian Church Branford, Connecticut | Serving New Haven County 🌐 Connect With Us Website: https://cornerstonepresbyterian.church Facebook: https://facebook.com/CornerstonePresbChurch YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@faithfullyreforming3291 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@faithfultoscripture Sermon Audio: https://www.sermonaudio.com/go/faithfultoscripture TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ciceroroma3 X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/Orthoreform

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We finish the Biblical mention of Sabbaths with a careful look at Colossians, Hebrews, and Revelation. Is there a change of the 4th commandment indicated in any of this?