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In this episode Greg Davis returns reaction to Wednesday's explosive Senate hearing with Dr. Anthony Fauci. Greg breaks down Fauci's repeated use of the Fifth Amendment, the sharp exchanges with Senators Rand Paul, Josh Hawley, and Tommy Tuberville, and the ongoing debate over COVID-era decisions, gain-of-function research, government transparency, and accountability.

Greg also discusses newly released excerpts from Fauci's diary, examines claims raised during the hearing about awards, celebrity status, and pandemic leadership, and takes listener calls on the lasting impact of COVID policies in Alabama and across the nation

Greg Davis welcomes Pastor Tim Anderson, longtime pastor of Clements Baptist Church and now Executive Director of the International Congress on Revival (ICR), for a conversation about caring for those who care for others. Tim shares how ICR is ministering to pastors and their wives across the United States and around the world, offering biblical encouragement, spiritual renewal, and lasting relationships for leaders serving on the front lines of ministry.

They also discuss the challenges pastors face today, the need for revival in the church, and preview ICR's upcoming one-day Stateside Pastor Conference on August 13 at Lindsay Lane Baptist Church in Athens, Alabama.

Whether you're a pastor, church leader, or church member looking to support your pastor, this conversation is a timely reminder that a healthy church begins with spiritually healthy leaders.

Greg Davis continues the “America 250: The Scriptures That Shaped America” series by examining how Frederick Douglass used Scripture to confront America over the injustice of slavery.

Drawing from Douglass’s famous July 5, 1852 address, “What to the Slave Is the Fourth of July?”, Greg explores Douglass’s powerful use of Isaiah 1 and Isaiah 59 to challenge a nation that celebrated liberty while tolerating slavery. The discussion highlights Isaiah’s call to “cease to do evil, learn to do good, seek justice” and defend the vulnerable.

The message reaches beyond the history of slavery, asking a timeless question: Does our faith merely sound good in rhetoric and worship, or does it produce action when justice and righteousness are at stake?

A challenging look at Frederick Douglass, the prophetic voice of Isaiah, and the continuing call for Christians to stand up for the oppressed, defend the fatherless, plead for the vulnerable, and live out their faith.

Rev. Tom Littleton guest hosts this full episode discussing the trial of Dr. Anthony Fauci for his lies and deception during Covid.

As Alabama prepares for another push to legalize commercial gambling, Greg examines one of the industry's biggest claims: that lotteries, casinos, and sports betting will lower taxes and solve state budget problems. Looking at decades of data from states like New Jersey and national research, Greg challenges the financial promises often made by gambling proponents.

This episode explores why gambling revenues frequently produce only a temporary budget boost, the hidden social costs that taxpayers ultimately bear, and why expanding gambling often leads to demands for even more gambling. Greg also discusses the impact on low-income families, education funding claims, crime, bankruptcy, and government spending as Alabama debates its future. If gambling legislation returns in the next legislative session, this conversation provides important historical context and facts every Alabamian should hear.

Stephanie Smith of the Alabama Policy Institute joins Greg to discuss Alabama's national leadership in pro-family policy following the Family Policy Council Alliance conference in Washington, D.C. They examine Alabama's recognition for passing the App Store Accountability Act, the growing debate over abortion pill enforcement, and why strong families remain the cornerstone of a healthy society.

The conversation also highlights Stephanie's recent podcast interview with Secretary of State candidate Caroleene Dobson, including her vision for election integrity, fraud prevention, and making Alabama more business-friendly. Finally, Greg and Stephanie preview the August 11 special primary, discuss voter turnout concerns, crossover voting, and why every Alabama voter in Congressional districts 1, 2, 6 & 7 should be informed and engaged in this important election.

Greg continues his series on the Bible passages that shaped America by examining Frederick Douglass's powerful July 5, 1852 address, What to the Slave Is the Fourth of July? Speaking as a former slave and Christian preacher, Douglass turned to the book of Isaiah to confront the hypocrisy of a nation that celebrated liberty while tolerating slavery.

Drawing from Isaiah 1 and Isaiah 59:1, Douglass reminded his audience that God values justice over empty religious ceremony and that His power to save is never diminished. Greg explores how these biblical texts became a moral foundation for the abolitionist movement, challenged the American church to live out its faith, and helped reshape the nation's conscience. The episode closes with a timely reminder that biblical faith is demonstrated not merely by words, but by defending the vulnerable, seeking justice, and standing against oppression.

Greg revisits a 1992 television campaign ad for Bill Clinton and Al Gore that sounds remarkably different from today's political messaging. The ad highlights calls to end "welfare as we know it," support the death penalty, balance budgets, cut government spending, and reject "tax-and-spend" politics.

Using the ad as a historical snapshot, Greg reflects on how political rhetoric and public priorities have changed over the past three decades. Whether you remember the 1992 election or are hearing this ad for the first time, this conversation offers a fascinating look at the evolution of American politics and the shifting landscape of campaign messaging.

Greg opens the show with compelling audio from LSU head football coach Lane Kiffin at SEC Media Days, where he candidly shares how giving up alcohol has made a positive difference in every area of his life. Greg explores why true freedom often begins with the courage to leave behind destructive habits.

The conversation then shifts to an unexpected gospel encounter as a street preacher boldly shares the message of Jesus Christ with ESPN personality Pat McAfee. Greg reflects on the importance of personal evangelism, the power of an unashamed witness, and why every Christian is called to be ready to give an answer for the hope that is within them.

This episode highlights two very different stories connected by one common theme: lives are changed when truth is spoken and received.

Can artificial intelligence help pastors prepare sermons without replacing the work of the Holy Spirit? Greg, Bishop Jim Lowe, and Pastor Daven Watkins tackle one of the biggest ministry conversations of the year as they discuss a recent Wall Street Journal article examining how pastors are using AI in sermon preparation and where faithful shepherds should draw the line. The conversation explores the timeless calling of biblical preaching in a rapidly changing technological world, emphasizing the importance of prayer, personal study, and the Spirit's work in proclaiming God's Word.

The episode also spotlights an exciting upcoming preaching conference featuring H.B. Charles Jr. If you're a pastor, ministry leader, or anyone passionate about expository preaching, learn more about the conference at fbcpelham.org.