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David Mason is the Executive Director of Military Evangelism, a ministry dedicated to helping U.S. military personnel find and follow Jesus Christ through outreach, discipleship, and community support. The sermon argues that the primary indicators of the end times are not geopolitical events but the moral and spiritual decline of the church, as described in 1 Timothy 4 and 2 Timothy 3. It highlights a culture of false spirituality, selfishness, and a lack of emotional resilience, attributing much of this shift to the pervasive influence of smartphones and social media on human cognition and relationships. The speaker contrasts the depth of past generations with the superficiality of the current one, urging believers to reject digital distraction in favor of deep thinking, prayer, and authentic discipleship. The message concludes with a urgent call to share the gospel, emphasizing that the window of grace is closing and that believers must be prepared for the imminent return of Christ.

The Sanctity of Human Life: Who Has the Right to Take It? We are joined by Gary Dull (Pastor). Topics discussed include: A Pastor's Concern for America. Can You Be Pro-Life and Support Capital Punishment? Being Pro-Life at the Other End of Life. From Concern to Prayer and Faithful Action.

It was another active news week. Here's your chance to get caught up via our Friday News Round-Up and Comment broadcast. Below are several highlights: --Jim began with news concerning a possible asylum hearing for William Whatcott, a pro-family activist who is a Canadian refugee in the U.S. He appeared on Crosstalk on September 24th. Jim provided audio updating listeners on his case, as well as a phone number to contact the Office of the Inspector General which is over DHS and ICE. --The town council of Ottumwa, Iowa, opened a meeting with a prayer to hail satan. However, a pastor was having none of it. Jim presented audio of the pastor's comments. --President Trump announced that the U.S. will not launch additional military strikes on Iran before the mid-term elections. --The senior Iranian commander has threatened to strike American military bases and warships across the Middle East if President Trump orders a ground invasion of Iran --Iran's oil minister has resigned. --Secretary of State Marco Rubio reported that Iran's grip on the Strait of Hormuz has significantly weakened in recent weeks as oil flows approach pre-war levels. --U.S. and French authorities have dismantled an international financing network accused of raising millions of dollars for Hamas, while presenting fundraising campaigns to donors as being humanitarian assistance for Palestinians in Gaza. --Iran-backed Houthi rebels intensified ballistic missile attacks against Saudi Arabia's capital of Riyadh on Thursday, disrupting international flights, threatening critical infrastructure, and raising fears of a broader regional war.

Are you struggling with discouragement and wondering how to cultivate a thankful heart in the midst of difficult circumstances? In this episode, Dr. Josh Philpot and Pastor Richard Caldwell open a Colossians 3 devotional to reveal that biblical thankfulness involves our volition and obedience. Giving thanks to God requires an accurate recognition of His immense goodness, beginning with our salvation and adoption in Christ. We learn how to have a thankful heart through intentional reflection and meditation on the truth, remembering God's benefits as commanded in Psalm 103. Pastor Caldwell warns against the dangerous traps of inattentiveness, presumption, and misappropriating our blessings, which kill Christian gratitude. By trusting God through trials, acknowledging that He works all things together for our good, we discover that thanksgiving is fundamentally an expression of faith that brings true joy.

Dr. Andy Woods is president of Chafer Theological Seminary & senior pastor of Sugar Land Bible Church in Houston. He's also a lawyer, a speaker at numerous Bible conferences, as well as an author of several books including the one discussed on this broadcast: The Bible and Your Vote: Biblical Principles for any Election. Before elections in recent years you may have heard someone say, "This is the most important election in our lifetimes!" In other words, there's some sense with many people that the consequences of such elections are greater than ever. In spite of this, there are many who make the following excuses not to vote: They claim their vote doesn't count. They believe their citizenship is in heaven, therefore they don't vote on the earth. Some believe that if they vote for the lesser of two evils, they're still voting for evil, therefore they feel obligated not to participate. God puts into office who he wills, therefore some people feel they must step aside and not get in the way. Review this broadcast, and you'll see why such excuses are not biblical, as Dr. Woods kicks things off by looking at voting as a matter of stewardship. From there he continues on by looking at other issues related to voting including economic, social, climate, power/personal rights, foreign policy and more. Listeners brought their questions and comments to the discussion as well.

The Foundations of Life: God's Word vs Human Reason. We are joined by Patricia Engler (Answers in Genesis). Topics discussed include: Life as a Creation of God. Unmasking the Origins of Abortion. The Impact of a Culture of Death. Standing for Life and Truth.