On Washington Wednesday, the fallout from a House vote to oust Speaker Kevin McCarthy; on World Tour, news from Libya, Maldives, Armenia, and Iraq; and part one of a story about holding fast during a high risk pregnancy. Plus, a sky-diving granny, commentary from Janie B. Cheaney, and the Wednesday morning newsListen to Concurrently: The News Coach Podcast: https://wng.org/podcasts/concurrently. Support The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate.Additional support comes from Dordt University. Dordt's Accredited M-S-W program equips faithful social workers to maximize their impact. More at Dordt.edu/M-S-WFrom Barnabas Aid. The ministry of Barnabas Aid is to send financial support to projects that help Christians where they suffer discrimination, oppression or persecution as a consequence of their faith. The projects aim to strengthen Christian individuals, churches, and their communities by providing material and spiritual support in response to needs identified by local Christian leaders on the ground. More at http://barnabasaid.org/And from Courage For Life Study Bibles for Women and Men. Ever get stuck wondering how to study a Bible passage? The Courage For Life Study Bibles for Women and for Men have 1,464 Bible studies—that’s a Bible study on every page of Bible text. Access to the Filament Bible app lets you dive even deeper.

North Carolina lawmakers expand access to universal education savings accounts (https://wng.org/podcasts/school-choice-bill-passes-the-test-in-north-carolina-1696279204) in the state; a spacecraft exploring the Bennu Asteroid returns a mineral sample (https://wng.org/podcasts/small-sample-big-potential-1696266070) to earth, paving the way for future missions; and on Classic Book (https://wng.org/podcasts/classic-book-of-the-month-surprised-by-oxford-1696275861) of the Month for October, Surprised by Oxford offers a compelling story of finding true love at a secular institution. Plus, calling the cops to nab a chicken (https://wng.org/podcasts/kicker-trespassing-chicken-1696275983), commentary (https://wng.org/podcasts/john-shelton-ibram-x-kendis-church-without-christ-1696266357) from John Schweiker Shelton, and the Tuesday morning news (https://wng.org/podcasts/tuesday-morning-news-october-3-2023-1696265474)Support The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate (https://donate.wng.org/).Additional support comes from Courage For Life Study Bibles for Women and Men. Ever get stuck wondering how to study a Bible passage? The Courage For Life Study Bibles for Women and for Men have 1,464 Bible studies—that’s a Bible study on every page of Bible text. Access to the Filament Bible app lets you dive even deeper. Scan the page number to open a world of resources including over 25,000 additional study notes, hundreds of videos, and a full audio Bible! Start discovering at CourageForLifeBible.com (https://hubs.la/Q020zjBk0)from Dordt University. Dordt’s Master of Public Administration program provides training in areas like leadership and policy analysis. More at Dordt.edu/M-P-A (http://dordt.edu/M-P-A)And from Barnabas Aid. The ministry of Barnabas Aid is to send financial support to projects that help Christians where they suffer discrimination, oppression or persecution as a consequence of their faith. The projects aim to strengthen Christian individuals, churches, and their communities by providing material and spiritual support in response to needs identified by local Christian leaders on the ground. More at http://barnabasaid.

On Legal Docket, a preview of cases the U.S. Supreme Court will hear in this new term; on the Monday Moneybeat, the quality of dealmaking that comes out of crisis management; and on the World History Book, Danish Christians help Jews escape to Switzerland during World War Two. Plus, the Monday morning newsSupport The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate.​​Additional support comes from Barnabas Aid. The ministry of Barnabas Aid is to send financial support to projects that help Christians where they suffer discrimination, oppression or persecution as a consequence of their faith. The projects aim to strengthen Christian individuals, churches, and their communities by providing material and spiritual support in response to needs identified by local Christian leaders on the ground. More at http://barnabasaid.org/.From Courage For Life Study Bibles for Women and Men. Ever get stuck wondering how to study a Bible passage? The Courage For Life Study Bibles for Women and for Men have 1,464 Bible studies—that’s a Bible study on every page of Bible text. Access to the Filament Bible app lets you dive even deeper. Scan the page number to open a world of resources including over 25,000 additional study notes, hundreds of videos, and a full audio Bible! Start discovering at CourageForLifeBible.comAnd from Dordt University. Dordt's Accredited M-S-W program equips faithful social workers to maximize their impact. More at Dordt.edu/M-S-W

On Culture Friday, a German homeschool family is ordered to leave the United States; Gareth Edwards’s sci-fi thriller The Creator evokes classic films but adds nothing new; and end of the week corrections. Plus, commentary from Steve West and the Friday morning newsSupport The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate.Additional support comes from Ridge Haven Camp and Retreat Centers … youth, adult, and campus ministries year-round in Brevard North Carolina and Cono Iowa. More at ridgehaven.orgFrom Samaritan Ministries, a health care sharing ministry. It’s affordable, there are no networks, and you can join today. More at samaritanministries.org/world podcastAnd from Endure, a Christian Man’s guide to Finishing Strong, a practical, Scripture-based book for individuals and groups. More at billnewton.us

Seven Republican presidential candidates meet for the second RNC debate; some House Republicans make Ukraine funding a sticking point in funding talks; and autonomous drones raise ethical concerns over human responsibility on the battlefield. Plus, Bob Ross’s first televised painting goes on sale, commentary from Calvin Robinson, and the Thursday morning newsSupport The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate.Additional support comes from Endure, a Christian Man’s guide to Finishing Strong, a practical, Scripture-based book for individuals and groups. More at billnewton.usFrom Ridge Haven Camp and Retreat Centers … youth, adult, and campus ministries year-round in Brevard North Carolina and Cono Iowa. More at ridgehaven.orgAnd from Samaritan Ministries, a health care sharing ministry. It’s affordable, there are no networks, and you can join today. More at samaritanministries.org/world podcast

On Washington Wednesday, Iowans evaluate presidential hopefuls and New Jersey senator Bob Menendez faces pressure from members of his own party to resign; On World Tour, news from Armenia, Niger, Egypt, and Thailand; and a small town pastor and sheriff confront the rise in crimes committed by delinquent youth. Plus, an unexpected restaurant tip, commentary from Cal Thomas, and the Wednesday morning newsSupport The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate.Additional support comes from Samaritan Ministries, a health care sharing ministry. It’s affordable, there are no networks, and you can join today. More at samaritanministries.org/world podcastFrom Endure, a Christian Man’s guide to Finishing Strong, a practical, Scripture-based book for individuals and groups. More at billnewton.usAnd from Ridge Haven Camp and Retreat Centers … youth, adult, and campus ministries year-round in Brevard North Carolina and Cono Iowa. More at ridgehaven.org

A surge in unauthorized immigrants at the southern border raises questions about what policies will work to stem the flood; a recent Mozilla report indicates that 25 car brands have wide-ranging access to and control over user data; and anti-trafficking groups see benefits and problems in the public response to the film Sound of Freedom. Plus, what to do when a groundhog is stuck in the front bumper, commentary from Bethel McGrew, and the Tuesday morning news.Support The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate.Additional support comes from Ridge Haven Camp and Retreat Centers … youth, adult, and campus ministries year-round in Brevard North Carolina and Cono Iowa. More at ridgehaven.orgFrom Samaritan Ministries, a health care sharing ministry. It’s affordable, there are no networks, and you can join today. More at samaritanministries.org/world podcastAnd from Endure, a Christian Man’s guide to Finishing Strong, a practical, Scripture-based book for individuals and groups. More at billnewton.us

On Legal Docket, the cancel culture behind instances of political and religious debanking; on the Monday Moneybeat, the consequences of forgetting about the long end of the bond market curve; and on the World History Book, the first private spacecraft launches into orbit. Plus, awarding odd scientific research and the Monday morning newsSupport The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate.Additional support comes from Endure, a Christian Man’s guide to Finishing Strong, a practical, Scripture-based book for individuals and groups. More at billnewton.usFrom Ridge Haven Camp and Retreat Centers … youth, adult, and campus ministries year-round in Brevard North Carolina and Cono Iowa. More at ridgehaven.orgAnd from Samaritan Ministries, a health care sharing ministry. It’s affordable, there are no networks, and you can join today. More at samaritanministries.org/world podcast

On Culture Friday (https://wng.org/podcasts/culture-friday-counting-the-cost-of-biblical-ethics-1695333263), Andy Stanley prepares to host a conference featuring LGBTQ-affirming speakers; Peter Jackson’s adaptation of J.R.R. Tolkien’s book Return of the King turns 20 this year, but its story is timeless; and Listener Feedback (https://wng.org/podcasts/listener-feedback-for-september-1695333478) for September. Plus, the Friday morning news (https://wng.org/podcasts/friday-morning-news-september-22-2023-1695332768)Support The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate (https://donate.wng.org/).Additional support comes from the Hands-On Bible. Sometimes starting the conversation is the hardest part. The Hands-On Bible (https://www.tyndale.com/sites/handsonbible/?utm_campaign=The%20Hands-On%20Bible%20-%20Tyndale&utm_source=world%20podcast&utm_medium=podcast%20script&utm_term=show%20notes%20link&utm_content=september%202023) is filled with full-color and fun activities, games, crafts, and more so you and your kids can experience the Bible TOGETHER! Features throughout the Hands-On Bible were created to make God’s Word come alive in a kid’s world. They open doors, begin conversations, and are so much fun! Together you will read, taste, feel, and smell Bible truths so you can go deeper in God’s Word.From Ambassadors Impact Network, a nationwide group of angel investors committed to funding entrepreneurs whose Christian convictions have hindered secular financing sources. More at (http://ambassadorsimpact.com/)ambassadorsimpact.com (http://ambassadorsimpact.com/).And from Dordt University. Dordt's Accredited M-S-W program equips faithful social workers to maximize their impact. More at Dordt.edu/M-S-W (http://dordt.edu/M-S-W)

The World and Everything in It: September 21, 2023World Leaders at the UN General Assembly discuss climate change (https://wng.org/podcasts/concern-or-catastrophe-1695229800) but gloss over concerning details about China’s role; the Fellowship of Christian Athletes wins its case against a hostile school district that withdrew its recognition of an FCA student club (https://wng.org/podcasts/christian-student-groups-rights-recognized-by-9th-circuit-1695240383); and getting inside the mind of a high school debate (https://wng.org/podcasts/changing-strategies-1695239961) judge. Plus, a bruin donut (https://wng.org/podcasts/kicker-when-you-donut-lock-the-van-1695229872) blitz, commentary (https://wng.org/podcasts/cal-thomas-cooling-down-for-200-trillion-1695229942) from Cal Thomas, and the Thursday morning news (https://wng.org/podcasts/thursday-morning-news-september-21-2023-1695240762)Support The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate (https://donate.wng.org/).Sign up for the weekly Liberties newsletter: https://wng.org/liberties-signup (https://wng.org/liberties-signup).Additional support comes from Dordt University. Dordt’s Master of Public Administration program provides training in areas like leadership and policy analysis. More at Dordt.edu/M-P-A (http://dordt.edu/M-P-A)From the Hands-On Bible. Sometimes starting the conversation is the hardest part. The Hands-On Bible (https://www.tyndale.com/sites/handsonbible/?utm_campaign=The%20Hands-On%20Bible%20-%20Tyndale&utm_source=world%20podcast&utm_medium=podcast%20script&utm_term=show%20notes%20link&utm_content=september%202023) is filled with full-color and fun activities, games, crafts, and more so you and your kids can experience the Bible TOGETHER! Features throughout the Hands-On Bible were created to make God’s Word come alive in a kid’s world. They open doors, begin conversations, and are so much fun! Together you will read, taste, feel, and smell Bible truths so you can go deeper in God’s Word.And from Ambassadors Impact Network, an angel investing network that funds early-stage businesses seeking to further the gospel through their values, operations, and products and services.