The Lord's Prayer emphasizes the importance of forgiveness, both in our relationship with God and with others. Jesus teaches that those who have been forgiven will forgive others, and that our forgiveness is a sign of genuine saving faith. The second half of the fifth petition in the Lord's Prayer is not a condition for God's forgiveness, but rather an aspiration to imitate our Father in heaven, who forgives sinners of an infinite debt. [... more]

God the Father's generous provision for our daily needs is a reminder of our dependence on His grace, and praying for our daily bread teaches us to trust in His providential care, acknowledge our dependence on Him, and give thanks for His gifts, while also emphasizing the importance of moderation and using our resources to honor His name and love our neighbors. [... more]

Jesus teaches us that true prayer is impossible without the gospel, and that the Lord's Prayer focuses on seven major themes that reveal the true character of God the Father. He instructs us to pray 'your will be done' on earth as it is in heaven, which means to fulfill our office and calling, and to live in readiness to give up our fallen desires and obey the revealed will of the Father. [... more]

The ACLJ's Jordan Seculo discusses the importance of religious freedom at the International Religious Freedom Summit in Washington, D.C., while also addressing the current situation in Iran, including the threat of a regional war and the potential for a nuclear deal. The conversation also touches on the role of the U.S. in promoting human rights and stability in the Middle East. [... more]

The Lord's Prayer is a gift that reminds us of the divine gift of salvation, which is only possible through Jesus Christ. The prayer is a constant companion to the sacraments, and its petitions are answered in the Lord's Supper, which is a gift of forgiveness and a promise of eternal life. [... more]

Giannis' future with the Milwaukee Bucks is uncertain, with some fans calling for his trade due to the team's struggles and Doc Rivers' coaching. The Bucks' recent performance has been disappointing, and some believe it's time for a change. The team's ownership and management are under scrutiny, and the future of Giannis and the Bucks hangs in the balance. [... more]

The kingdom of God is a gift that God the Father in love is giving to rebellious, undeserving subjects through the sending of his gift, his Son. Entrance into the kingdom of God is a miracle of resurrection, made possible by the power of God who raises the dead to life and speaks them back into existence. The kingdom of God comes as the Holy Spirit conquers hearts by means of word and sacrament, and it spreads throughout the whole world in these last days through the proclamation of the gospel. When we pray, 'Your kingdom come,' we are praying for the success of the worldwide spread of the gospel of the kingdom, the consummation of the Father's kingdom, and the establishment of his rule and reign and blessing in its fullness. [... more]

God's promise of the serpent crusher in Genesis 3:15 is fulfilled in Jesus Christ, the last Adam, who brings about a restored and glorious kingdom where God's people can enjoy an intimate relationship with Him in His presence without fear, but total joy and blessing. [... more]

Jesus teaches us to pray with intimacy and reverence, honoring God's name by our theology and practice, and seeking to glorify Him throughout the whole earth. Our relationship with God is becoming God-centered, restraining from sinning out of love and honor for the Father, not out of fear or selfish reward. We are joining in the call to worship, praying for the day when our Father's name will be hallowed in all the earth, and the gospel will be fully realized. [... more]

Jesus teaches that our understanding of God the Father determines our practice of prayer, and that righteous prayer is rooted in the knowledge of God as our Father. He commends to us a pattern of righteous prayer that focuses on the honor of God the Father, and explains that our thoughts about God are crucial in determining how we live the Christian life. [... more]

Jesus teaches that righteous prayer is rooted in childlike trust and reverence, addressing God as our Father in heaven, and coming to Him with confidence and awe. He emphasizes that prayer is not a mechanical technique or formula, but an expression of gospel-based faith, and that knowing God as Father is the key to understanding Christianity. [... more]

Jesus teaches that true righteous prayer stems from the grace of God in the gospel, and that it is rooted in sonship and a relationship with the Heavenly Father. He contrasts this with the hypocritical, pompous, and purposeless prayers of the scribes and Pharisees, which are based on a misunderstanding of how God the Father expects to be approached. Jesus gives us the model of righteous prayer in the Lord's Prayer, which is a divine, gospel-centered, and wisdom-guided pattern for prayer that is rooted in the gospel of grace and intended to guide believers in their life of faith. [... more]

The Holy Spirit's outpouring brings about the last days, launches the kingdom of God, and transforms us to the hope of righteousness. Through faith, we trust Christ for salvation and the Holy Spirit's power to sustain us, overcome our struggles, and live as new creations in Christ. [... more]

The Holy Spirit's outpouring at Pentecost marks a turning point in human history, fulfilling God's ancient promise to send the Spirit and empowering believers for mission. Jesus, the ascended and exalted King, pours out the Spirit upon his people, giving them life and transforming them into new creations. The Spirit's presence is a down payment assuring believers of their eternal redemption and resurrection, and it transforms all people, bringing a permanent, internal renewal through faith. [... more]

The doctrine of hell is critical because it matters what you believe about God's justice and the nature of God. A fair God would not allow eternal torment, and the Bible describes hell as a place of shame, torment, and separation from God, where sin is punished and the wicked are cast into the fire that shall never be quenched. [... more]

Jesus Christ is a stranger to us because our hearts are hardened by sin, but through the power of the Holy Spirit, he opens our eyes to see the reality of his physical resurrection, proving he is the Christ, Messiah, and Savior. The Holy Spirit takes our darkened minds and gives us spiritual comprehension, allowing us to understand the gospel and recognize Jesus as the risen King. Through word and sacrament, the Holy Spirit ignites the fire of faith within us, burning away sinful desires and stirring love for God and our neighbor. [... more]

The boy Jesus reveals his divine mission at the temple, demonstrating his unique connection to God the Father and setting the stage for his future saving work. His interaction with the temple teachers and his parents showcases his divine understanding and obedience, highlighting his awareness of his identity as the Son of God sent to seek and save the lost. [... more]

The Holy Spirit is the voice of Scripture, illuminating its meaning and creating faith in believers. He is the witness of Christ, uniting us to Him and applying His saving benefits. The Holy Spirit is also the glorifier of God, ensuring that our salvation is founded upon Christ alone and that every act of faith glorifies Him. Through the Spirit's work, we are transformed into the likeness of Christ and empowered to serve others with our gifts. [... more]

The Reformation's final sola, Soli Deo Gloria, emphasizes the importance of glorifying God alone. Martin Luther's teachings on prayer and worship highlight the significance of focusing on divine agency and the relationship between sinful man and justifying God. The practice of prayer, including daily routines, meditative prayer, and continual prayer, is essential for glorifying God and deepening one's faith. The Christian community plays a crucial role in supporting common prayer and teaching children and youth to pray. [... more]

The book of Job uses poetry to convey the raw emotions and experiences of trauma, showing how it can be a powerful tool for expression and healing. The Bible's use of poetry highlights the importance of acknowledging and processing emotions, rather than suppressing them. Through the example of Job, we see how poetry can be a means of venting and releasing pent-up emotions, and how it can be a way of exploring and understanding the human experience. [... more]

The Reformation emphasized the importance of faith alone in Jesus Christ for salvation, with Scripture alone as the ultimate authority. Dr. Michael Horton explains how union with Christ is the foundation of Christian theology, encompassing justification, sanctification, and glorification. He explores how Christ is the mediator in creation, redemption, and revelation, and how believers are united to him through baptism and the Holy Spirit. Horton also discusses the intersection of the already and the not yet, where believers experience the benefits of Christ's work in the present, while awaiting the full realization of their salvation in the future. [... more]

The Lumbee Tribe is closer to full federal recognition after the National Defense Authorization Act passed the US House, with the provision included in the bill granting the tribe full federal status and access to federal programs. Meanwhile, North Carolina's holiday shopping season is looking strong, with projected sales of $44 billion in November and December. The state's retail economy is also seeing growth, with one in four jobs tied to the retail industry. In other news, voter registration issues in North Carolina have led to a lawsuit, with the Democratic National Committee and the North Carolina Alliance for Retired Americans arguing that the settlement reached between the state and the Justice Department does not protect all voters. [... more]

Faith alone justifies us and is the unique instrument that takes hold of Christ, wrought in us freely by the Spirit of God and by the unconditional favor of God. It rests, leans, and trusts in Christ, laying hold of His death and resurrection, and is the means by which we receive the gospel, are united with Christ, and all His benefits. [... more]

Staying focused on what God has called you to do is crucial in Christian ministry. When faced with discouragement, it's easy to jump into new ideas, but this can divert from the main thing. Dr. Abadan Shah shares his experience of being a pastor and how he learned to stay focused on the word of God and prayer, even when things got tough. [... more]

The Christian life is often burdened by the weight of trying to be enough, but God's gift of Jesus Christ brings comfort and hope to those who feel unworthy. The concept of grace is often misunderstood, but it is a gift that is given to those who are not worthy, and it is the foundation of the Christian life. [... more]

The Reformation's emphasis on Scripture Alone is rooted in the understanding that God's Word is the ultimate authority, not tradition or human reasoning. Thomas Cranmer's teachings on the power of Scripture to transform human hearts and minds are a key aspect of this movement, as seen in his work on the English Reformation. The story of Augustine's conversion highlights the importance of the Holy Spirit's role in guiding individuals to faith and the dangers of relying on human efforts to achieve salvation. The Bible's promise of salvation by grace, through faith in Jesus Christ, is a central theme in Cranmer's teachings and a key aspect of the Reformation's message. [... more]

A Florida man gets drunk and tries to enter the wrong house, while another Florida man tries to scare people at an airport with a fake explosive device. Richard Gere is criticized for his views on the Somali community, and the hosts discuss sex trafficking and immigration. Meanwhile, a growing trend of women pretending to be doll moms is explored, and the hosts discuss AI agents and identity theft. [... more]

The January th pipe bomber is unmasked as Brian Cole Jr a -year-old African-American male from Woodbridge VA President Trump attends the FIFA World Cup Draw with dozens of world leaders at the Kennedy Center in Washington Fox Business' Charles Payne joins us to react to President Trump's comments on affordability how to fix the crisis the Trump Accounts for children and much more Tim Walz says people are driving by his house calling him retarded Actor Richard Gere trashes Trump and sympathizes with immigrants who are defrauding our welfare system Did Ilhan Omar know about the B welfare fraud [... more]

Florida Man's road rage incident ends in alleged machete threats, while body dysmorphia and alien contact are discussed in the news. Meanwhile, holiday gifting is stressful, and identity thieves have lists too, but you can protect your identity with LifeLock. [... more]

The mainstream media has to ADMIT that the second shot at the Venezuelan drug boat was warranted over survivors trying to retrieve the remaining drugs A suspect is arrested in connection with the January D C pipe bomb case at the RNC and DNC HQ Prince Harry goes on Stephen Colbert and receives boo's for making a bad joke about President Trump Somali Warlord Abdullahi Ali allegedly received tens of MILLIONS of dollars from Maine's Medicaid program H D Actress Halle Berry takes a shot at Gavin Newsom saying he probably should not be our next president Ilhan Omar stammers [... more]

A Florida man's antics and a massive fraud scheme in Minnesota's Somali diaspora community have made headlines, with President Trump weighing in on the issue. Meanwhile, identity thieves have holiday shopping lists of their own, and AI agents are making mistakes that can cause big damage. [... more]

Republican Matt Van Epps wins the Special Election Tennessee defeating Aftyn Behn Democrats supremely overperformed in a deep red district Dana explains why the proposal of Trump Accounts a federally-subsidized investment fund for new babies is a taxpayer-funded Socialist welfare program H D A raccoon gets DRUNK at an ABC liquor store in Ashland Virginia and passes out in the bathroom The Treasury is investigating whether Minnesota welfare money went to Somali terror group al Shabaab Actor Ben Stiller ATTACKS Trump over saying that Somalis who are destroying Minnesota's welfare system garbage Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey speaks in Somali at [... more]

As we await the return of Jesus, we're called to trust in His grace, live in His peace, and reflect His gentleness in a world filled with anxiety and fear. The righteous king prophesied by Isaiah has come, and his presence brings life-giving rivers of water, quenching the thirst of our souls and fulfilling us with His promise of salvation. [... more]

A Christmas tree lighting ceremony in Portland took an unexpected turn when a speaker used the opportunity to chant 'Free Palestine' and lead the crowd in a song, sparking controversy. Meanwhile, the UK has made headlines for becoming the first NATO country to open up every single role in its armed forces to people living with HIV on treatment, but critics argue this policy is flawed and may be a way to avoid conscription. [... more]

Dana reacts to the left losing their minds over a second drone strike on narco-terrorists on a drug boat from Venezuela calling it a war crime Rosie O'Donnell admits she gave her kid TDS and is blaming it on Trump The UK becomes the first nation to open up every single role in their Armed Forces to people living with HIV Portland has a woke Christmas tree lighting where they refused to mention the word Christmas and spout pro-Hamas chants A comet has a strange 'heartbeat'-like pulse that could point to alien technology Tennessee holds their Special Election where Nashville-hating [... more]

A Florida man's bizarre behavior, including choking on live cockroaches, and a farmer opening fire in a bar over an argument about a hen's egg-laying abilities, are among the shocking stories shared on a podcast. Meanwhile, Michael Douglas and Catherine Zeta-Jones are reportedly furious over their son Dylan's humiliation on CNN, and a government agency in Minnesota has accused Governor Tim Waltz of allowing massive fraud in the state's social services system. [... more]

The Minnesota Dept of Human Service Employees SLAMS Gov Tim Walz blaming him OUT RIGHT for draining Billions from COVID-era taxpayer relief Dana recaps the terror attack from Wednesday in Washington as an Afghan national opens fire at National Guard agents killing one servicemember Jasmine Crockett says she imagines what the GOP would have done to a little baby Jesus who showed up to their door Muslims take over Christmas markets throughout Europe and call for Islamic jihad The Council for American-Islamic Relations claims that revoking deportation protections for Somali fraudsters who funneled US taxpayer money to foreign terrorists is [... more]

The Advent season brings hope and joy as we wait for Christ's return, remembering that death has been defeated and resurrection is our future hope. As faithful stewards of the gospel, we are called to rejoice in Christ's first coming and proclaim his message to others, guarding the mysteries of salvation that have been revealed to us in Christ. [... more]

A discussion on the consequences of illegal immigration, the misuse of climate change as a catch-all explanation, the dangers of socialism and Marxism, and the impact of Islamism and colonization on Western societies. The conversation also touches on identity politics, transgenderism, gun control, and the rise of crime and lawlessness in various parts of the world. [... more]

The Cabbage Patch Kids phenomenon of the 1980s was a cultural sensation that saw people fighting over the dolls, with some even willing to spend thousands of dollars to get one. The story of the Cabbage Patch Kids is one of innovation, creativity, and the power of toys to shape American culture. [... more]