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January 22New VA Gov's Barrage of Orders, Miracle Testimony, Proverbs 11
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On today's Quick Start podcast:
NEWS: Virginia’s new governor faces swift criticism after rolling back immigration cooperation, reshaping university boards, expanding executive authority, and launching sweeping policy reviews—raising concerns about executive overreach.

FOCUS STORY: Camey Joy shares a powerful testimony that began with a miracle—overcoming abandonment, hardship, and the odds, with a story rooted in perseverance and hope.

MAIN THING: Christian leaders condemn the disruption of a Minnesota church service after anti-ICE protesters stormed a sanctuary, calling the incident a dangerous crossing of the line.

LAST THING: A reminder from Proverbs 11:2 on humility, wisdom, and the cost of pride.

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SHOW LINKS
Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture

Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth

NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454

Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630
18 min
January 21Iran Issues a Chilling Ultimatum, Roofing Conference Turns Into Revival, Proverbs 3
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On today's Quick Start podcast:
NEWS: What began as a roofing conference turned into a full-scale revival, with hundreds responding to the Gospel and spontaneous baptisms breaking out on the convention floor.
FOCUS: A disturbing new report shows AI-generated child sexual abuse material skyrocketing over the past year, prompting fresh scrutiny of tech platforms — including Elon Musk’s Grok.

MAIN THING: Iran Escalates Crackdown

LAST THING: Proverbs 3:11–12 — a reminder that the Lord disciplines those He loves.

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SHOW LINKS
Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture

Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth

NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454

Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630
27 min
January 20Dozens of Christians Abducted, Franklin Graham Interview, Proverbs 21
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On today's Quick Start podcast:
NEWS: Federal officials consider charges after anti-ICE protesters storm a Minnesota church service, disrupting prayer as the DOJ reviews possible civil rights violations. Dozens of Christians abducted in Nigeria as gunmen raid three churches during worship, highlighting growing concerns over targeted persecution

FOCUS STORY: Erika Kirk moves to accelerate the trial of her husband’s accused killer, raising fresh questions about justice and accountability

MAIN THING: Franklin Graham joins Billy Hallowell to discuss faith, the end times, and why Christians must be spiritually prepared.

LAST THING: A Scripture reminder from Proverbs 21:15 on justice, righteousness, and accountability

PRAY WITH US! Faithwire.substack.com
SHOW LINKS
Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture

Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth

NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454

Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630
19 min
January 19Anti-ICE Protesters Storm Church Service, Christian YouTuber Sentenced Over Belief, 1 Thessalonians 5
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On today's Quick Start podcast:
NEWS: Anti-ICE protests in Minnesota escalate as activists disrupt a Sunday worship service, storming a church during prayer and signaling a troubling shift as demonstrations move into houses of worship.
FOCUS: Reports of Jesus appearing to Iranians in dreams as unrest spreads — Lily Meschi of Iran Alive Ministries explains why many believe this moment is spiritually unprecedented.
MAIN THING: A Christian YouTuber in Egypt is sentenced to five years of hard labor for defending his faith online; CBN’s Raj Nair speaks with Mariam Wahba of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies on why the case raises global religious freedom concerns.
LAST THING: 1 Thessalonians 5:16–18 — Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, and give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.

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SHOW LINKS
Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture

Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth

NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454

Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630
20 min
January 16Chinese Crackdown on the Underground Church, Hawley vs. Doctor Viral Clip, John 15
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On today's Quick Start podcast:
NEWS: China intensifies its crackdown on underground Christian churches, with believers facing arrests, surveillance, and government pressure for practicing their faith outside state-approved systems.

FOCUS STORY: We break down the latest reports on China’s escalating attacks on Christians, the broader global context, and how the international community is responding.

MAIN THING: Evangelist Nick Vujicic joins us to unpack the true meaning of revival, why repentance is often misunderstood in American Christianity, and whether current events signal the end times.

LAST THING: John 15:18 — “If the world hates you, know that it has hated me before it hated you.”

PRAY WITH US! Faithwire.substack.com
SHOW LINKS
Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture

Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth

NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454

Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630
22 min
January 15Franklin Graham's Message, Shock Iran Report, Hebrews 10
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On today's Quick Start podcast:
NEWS: The ex-father-in-law of Renee Good breaks his silence in a stunning interview, offering grace, faith, and perspective after the deadly ICE encounter.

FOCUS: Franklin Graham calls America to prayer — what sparked his message, what he says is the solution, and what it means for this moment in history.

MAIN THING: A shocking new report claims more than 12,000 people have been killed in Iran as the regime fights to survive. CBN’s Raj Nair speaks with Iranian-American journalist Lisa Daftari about what’s happening behind the scenes and what comes next.

*SCRIPTURE: “Let us hold fast the profession of our faith without wavering; for He is faithful that promised.” — Hebrews 10:23

PRAY WITH US! Faithwire.substack.com
SHOW LINKS
Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture

Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth

NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454

Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630
20 min
January 14Scott Adams’ Stunning Final Confession, SC Weighs Trans Athletes, Psalm 16
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On today's Quick Start podcast:
NEWS: The Supreme Court hears a landmark case on transgender athletes in women’s sports, with justices sharply questioning how sex is defined under the law and what Title IX was meant to protect.

FOCUS: A Christian ministry accuses a Washington state school district of discrimination, raising new concerns about faith, education, and parental rights.

MAIN THING: Scott Adams has died at 68 — and after his passing, a final message revealed he had accepted Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior. Billy Hallowell and Tré Goins-Phillips react and examine what Scripture says about salvation, eternity, and the urgency of getting our spiritual house in order.

LAST THING: “Keep me safe, my God, for in you I take refuge.” — Psalm 16:1

PRAY WITH US! Faithwire.substack.com
SHOW LINKS
Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture

Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth

NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454

Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630
22 min
January 13Bible Sales UPDATE, Overdoses DROP, Greenland Push, Psalm 119
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On today's Quick Start podcast:
NEWS: A federal judge orders a new evidentiary hearing in the Luigi Mangione murder case, reopening questions about police search procedures and whether key evidence — including the alleged murder weapon — can be used at trial.

FOCUS: U.S. overdose deaths are dropping as China cracks down on fentanyl production, but experts debate how direct the connection really is — and what role enforcement, policy, and diplomacy play.

MAIN THING: Bible sales are surging in the UK, signaling a surprising spiritual moment as more people turn to Scripture in an increasingly secular culture.

BIBLE VERSE: “I have stored up your word in my heart, that I might not sin against you.” — Psalm 119:11 (ESV)

PRAY WITH US! Faithwire.substack.com
SHOW LINKS
Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture

Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth

NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454

Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630
16 min
January 12Christianity Rising in Iran, Protests in US, Michael Ray Lewis, Romans 1
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On today's Quick Start podcast:
NEWS: Protests and tensions heat up in the U.S. as demonstrations continue in Minnesota following a deadly ICE-involved shooting, while Iran enters a third week of nationwide unrest with hundreds reported dead and growing threats of escalation.
FOCUS: Filmmaker Michael Ray Lewis, a former atheist turned believer, shares why he made Universe Designed and the evidence for God that transformed his faith.
MAIN THING: As Iran’s regime shows signs of cracking, persecution intensifies — yet underground churches are growing and the gospel is advancing like never before, with insight from CBN’s Gary Lane.
BIBLE VERSE: Romans 1:20 — “For since the creation of the world God’s invisible qualities—his eternal power and divine nature—have been clearly seen…”

PRAY WITH US! Faithwire.substack.com
SHOW LINKS
Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture

Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth

NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454

Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630
19 min
January 09'Pastor Text' Scams Surge, Tim Allen Talks Bible and Sin, 2 Timothy 2
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On today's Quick Start podcast:
NEWS: Police across multiple states are warning churches about a growing scam where criminals impersonate pastors by text — pressuring congregants for gift cards, money transfers, and personal information. Authorities say the messages are increasingly sophisticated and emotionally manipulative.

FOCUS STORY: As international attention remains fixed on Venezuela, an expert explains why the Trump administration’s decision to capture and detain Nicolás Maduro could reshape regional power dynamics — with implications for Iran and Hezbollah.

MAIN THING: Actor and comedian Tim Allen joins the show to talk faith, Scripture, and his ongoing study of the Apostle Paul.

PLUS: A bipartisan Senate move to limit President Trump’s war powers in Venezuela sparks backlash, and new details emerge in the ICE shooting that has fueled nationwide protests.

LAST THING: 2 Timothy 2:15 — “Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved… rightly handling the word of truth.”

PRAY WITH US! Faithwire.substack.com
SHOW LINKS
Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture
Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth
NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454
Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630
25 min

About Quick Start

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The Quick Start Podcast provides top news headlines from a Christian perspective. Featuring Dan Andros, Tré Goins-Phillips, Billy Hallowell with special reporting from Madison Seals. Run length: 15-30 minutes