Top headlines for Friday, July 18, 2025

In this episode, we explore Israel's intensified strikes on Syrian regime targets, including key government buildings, raising questions about regional stability and international responses. Next, we shift gears to discuss the U.S. Senate's recent passage of H.R. 4, a pivotal bill aiming to cut billions in federal spending. We'll break down four critical aspects of this legislative move and its potential impact. Finally, we pay tribute to the legacy of John MacArthur, whose profound influence on the faith community is remembered by his close friend Joni Eareckson Tada.

00:11 Israel strikes Syrian regime targets in Damascus
01:07 4 things to know about the rescissions bill
01:53 Former baseball player Chase Childers drowns saving 5 people
02:47 Family pastor fired over arrest for leaving child in car to drink
03:40 Inside Republican Ohio's battle with the trans cult
04:30 3 killed at Gaza's only Catholic church; Israel investigates
05:37 Joni Eareckson Tada memorializes friend John MacArthur

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Links to the News

• Israel strikes Syrian regime targets in Damascus | World
• 4 things to know about the rescissions bill | Politics
• Former baseball player Chase Childers drowns saving 5 people | U.S.
• Family pastor fired over arrest for leaving child in car to drink | Church & Ministries
• Inside Republican Ohio's battle with the trans cult 
• 3 killed at Gaza's only Catholic church; Israel investigates | World
• Joni Eareckson Tada memorializes friend John MacArthur | Church & Ministries