Today we check in with Pastor Carl Gallups regarding world events including President Trump's public recognition of Jerusalem as the capital of Israel, and the prophetic implications of this bold, historic move. We discuss these and other questions:

Should Jerusalem be the capital of modern-day Israel?

Is God's hand on President Trump or on the United States?

Can God use anyone or anything to further His plans?

Chapters referenced: Zechariah 12, Ezekiel 38, Isaiah 45,

The mantra of the radical LGBTQ movement for years has been that they just want "equal treatment." That statement is proving to be a lie as the movement goes out of its way to shut down or silence anyone who opposes their ungodly lifestyle. In this new case, a donut shop in Maine called "The Holy Donut" simply wanted to help a poor family over Christmas but was forced to stop because of attacks by LGBTQ radicals. The increasing level of threats against Christian business owners and individuals show that LGBTQ activists are influencing public opinion and gaining support for their tactics of intimidation.

Mankind is a mess and getting worse with each passing day as we reject God's Word in favor of the ways of man. We try new human ideas and nothing changes. We elect new leaders who promise things will get better but they never do. In spite of what God's Word tells us about the increasing effects of sin and rejecting God some people think mankind still controls his own destiny.

Even within professing Christianity some use human understanding and schemes, thinking we can change the end to this world's story. But the Bible is clear that this world will one day become so evil and rebellious against God that it will be lead to the brink of self-annihilation. But then the King of Kings and the Lord of Lords returns to judge this world and establish His everlasting kingdom.

Pastor Gary Gilley joins us this morning to continue our look at The NAR (New Apostolic Reform), Many within the movement think Christians are called to take complete dominion over this world, preparing it for the coming of Jesus through gaining control of institutions like education, media and government. But are their views consistent with the Bible?

Traditionally, European beliefs and culture are a precursor to what is going to happen in America. Today we look at some concerning trends of what a majority of the population in Europe believe regarding the Bible, heaven and hell, and gender. In our first two segments, we discuss the importance of the Parables used by Jesus to teach the people of His time. Why did Jesus speak in parables and what is he trying to tell us today as we read His Word? Joining us to discuss the context and importance of Jesus' parables is Pastor Mike Abendroth of No Compromise Radio.

Liberals, backed by Hollywood, most media, and the government education system, have successfully cornered the market on public conversations these days. We are into our third generation of young people indoctrinated into radical liberal thought on issues of society, government and even religion, and the fruits of this indoctrination are growing out of control. Free speech and tolerance seems to be a one way street: they are allowed only if you agree with the liberal elite in our nation.

How can we successfully combat liberal "group think" and expose their hypocrisy? John Loeffler of Steel on Steel Radio joins us to discuss this enormous challenge.

Two weeks from today Christians will celebrate and reflect on the birth of Jesus Christ, God in the flesh and our Messiah, who came to set us free from the punishment and captivity of sin. There is plenty of prophecy and very important history leading up to that amazing event that sadly gets increasingly ignored in most churches. It is called the Old Testament and it contains answers to many questions that the world is asking.

In fact if we do not understand the history of mankind and how they related with God leading up to the birth of Jesus, we will fail to grasp the true significance of Jesus' birth along with his pending return when He judges all of humanity for eternity.

Jay Seegert of The Starting Point Project joins us for a look at the history of mankind from the beginning of creation up until the birth of our Lord and Savior. The answers to our questions about God, His creation, our sinful nature and need of redemption are there. We just need to take the time to study God's Word from the beginning.

Today, we answer your questions to the best of our ability and read your comments from this week. The topics we address today include:

The deception of Liberal Christianity.

Why truth and doctrine is divisive.

What is Calvinism?

A Muslim perspective on recognizing Jerusalem as Israel's capital.

The lack of strong, bible-based leadership in some churches.

Should Christians celebrate Christmas?

Is the Church prepared to address potential sexual harassment charges?

Why so many pastors refuse to talk about abortion/life in a mother's womb.

Is President Trump really a born-again believer?

The takeover of American Churches by progressive ideology.

Merry Christmas!

Over the past several decades, most presidential candidates declared they believe Jerusalem is the true capital of Israel and that they would move the U.S. Embassy to Jerusalem if elected. History has proven this to be political rhetoric to capture more votes as no past president has followed through on the promise - Until now. Yesterday, President Trump kept his campaign promise--a rarity for candidates these days--and proclaimed the U.S. recognizes Jerusalem as Israel's capital city and would begin plans to move our embassy there. Whatever you think of President, Trump it is certainly refreshing to see a candidate actually follow through on a campaign promise.

Other than Israel Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, world leaders are reacting with anger, claiming this will set the "peace process" back. This is the same 'peace process" that has produced zero results for many decades. This morning we will discuss the potential effects of this courageous move by a controversial president.

In our first segment, we check in with Julaine Appling of Wisconsin Family Council and hear some fascinating insights on how the Supreme Court works, as well as her thoughts on the opening arguments in the Jack Phillips' religious freedom case. Is religious freedom hanging in the balance and could it come down to one man's vote?

We face an enemy who is crafty, experienced, and evil; Satan is 'the father of lies.' Ever since his unsuccessful rebellion against God at the beginning of time he has honed his craft, finding innovative ways to attack the children of God in hopes of discrediting the gospel message.

Today, Christians face increasing discrimination and ridicule in our nation. Fueled by Hollywood, media, public education, and a progressive government, we are seeing the rights of religious expression and worship attacked on several fronts. Cities and states are passing laws forcing Christian churches and organizations to choose to either approve of and support immoral, unbiblical values or risk being shut down.

But the enemy we face is clever and devious and never puts all his eggs in one basket. He is also stirring up problems within Christian churches and ministries by attacking our compassion for others. Churches and ministries are committed to ministering to anyone seeking help or hope. But the enemy has sent "spies" into our camp attempting to undermine our work. We are seeing frivolous lawsuits aimed at discrediting and even shutting down faithful warriors for Christ in order to intimidate the church.

In our second segment, we share the sad story surrounding Ravi Zacharias, a respected Christian leader dedicated to sharing the gospel and loving others, who was falsely accused of sexual improprieties even though it appears he did everything he could to be above reproach.

In segment three, we touch on the opening arguments of the Supreme Court case involving Christian artist and bakery chop owner, Jack Phillips, who is simply asking not to be forced to take part in gay marriages.

In our first segment we check in with Tina Griffin of Counter Culture Mom to discuss how we protect our children against the horrible influences of movies and video games. We also discuss the increased sensitivity to sexual harassment in our nation and the downside of 'guilty until proven innocent.'

Although Donald Trump won the last presidential election, polls show that a major factor was the distrust and dislike of Hillary Clinton, and that if Senator Bernie Sanders had been the Democratic nominee, we might now be saying "President Sanders" instead of "President Trump." Bernie Sanders, an avowed socialist and proponent of classical Communism, could have easily become the president of the United States and ushered in with him a Congress who thinks the same way. Just twenty years ago an avowed Communist running for President would have been ignored and laughed off the stage. But according to recent polling of Democrat voters, Sanders is again their top choice to run against President Trump in 2020.

How can our young people and many in the Democrat Party ignore history and support the brutality of godless Communism over the model of our democratic Republic [under God] and capitalism? To answer that question, you start by looking at how history is taught in our public education system, and also how the professing Christian Church in America has given a platform to people like Jim Wallis, Tony Campolo, Shane Claiborne and others who profess to be Christians yet pervert the writings of God's Word to support their humanist agenda. Their teaching is blatant apostasy.

Tied to this modern Communist movement, which has been repackaged as "compassionate," are the increasing attacks on the religious freedoms of Christians in America. This morning, we focus on this unholy matrimony that is threatening our freedoms and prosperity as a nation. Due to our education system, many have fallen for the propaganda of rewritten American history. And under the guise of "social justice," many within the church have turned away from the gospel and truth of the Bible, seeking the ways of fallen man to find peace, prosperity, and unity.

Absolutely no subject is off limits! On today's show we answer your questions and read your comments from the week on any topic you want to discuss.

But first we take a look at the mounting chaos and confusion in our nation and ask if our nation is on the verge of a total meltdown of morality and common sense. Our self-proclaimed "One Nation Under God" has become anything but that as radical liberal forces continue to sew seeds of confusion and discontent, and our public schools continue to indoctrinate our children into godless humanism.