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January 26, 2025 at 9:05 AM

Sunday Reflections: Nahum; Zephaniah; 2 Kings 23-24:20

Bible Reading January 26, 2025 This week's Stand on the Word readings: Nahum; Zephaniah; 2 Kings 23-24:20 Reflection Questions: 1) What passage uniquely spoke to you this week?2) What insights did you gain about God?3) What application might this have to what…
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January 25, 2025 at 9:05 AM

Bible Reading: 2 Kings 23:31-24:20

Bible Reading January 25, 2025 Here is the Stand on the Word reading for today: 2 Kings 23:31-24:20 Reflection Questions: 1. After good King Josiah's untimely death, what does the Bible say about his son and successor, Jehoahaz (23:32)? 2. What was the result…
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January 24, 2025 at 1:51 PM

'A Great Honor': Trump Keeps Promise to Pardon 23 Pro-Life Advocates

Washington Stand January 24, 2025 'A Great Honor': Trump Keeps Promise to Pardon 23 Pro-Life Advocates by Ben Johnson President Donald Trump has kept his campaign promise to pardon nearly two dozen peaceful pro-life advocates prosecuted by the Biden-Har…
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January 24, 2025 at 9:05 AM

Bible Reading: 2 Kings 23:1-30

Bible Reading January 24, 2025 Here is the Stand on the Word reading for today: 2 Kings 23:1-30 Reflection Questions: 1. Why did Josiah gather the priests, prophets, and all the people to the house of the Lord (vv. 1-20)?To read the book of the covenant (Deu…
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January 23, 2025 at 2:33 PM

More Dems Jump Ship after 'Insane' Vote against Girls' Sports

Washington Stand January 23, 2025 More Dems Jump Ship after 'Insane' Vote against Girls' Sports by Suzanne Bowdey Democrats lost plenty of voters to Donald Trump last November - and the ones who stuck around seem increasingly sorry they did. That's beca…
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January 23, 2025 at 9:05 AM

Bible Reading: 2 Kings 22

Bible Reading January 23, 2025 Here is the Stand on the Word reading for today: 2 Kings 22 Reflection Questions: 1. When young King Josiah had the temple repaired, what did Hilkiah the high priest discover that had apparently been lost and neglected (see vv.…
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January 22, 2025 at 9:22 PM

Join us in DC on February 5th for the National Gathering for Prayer & Repentance

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January 22, 2025 at 1:54 PM

Dems Divided: Laken Riley Act Passes through Senate with Bipartisan Support

Washington Stand January 22, 2025 Dems Divided: Laken Riley Act Passes through Senate with Bipartisan Support by Joshua Arnold The Laken Riley Act (S. 5) successfully passed the U.S. Senate by a wide margin on Monday afternoon after President Donald Tru…
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January 22, 2025 at 9:05 AM

Bible Reading: Zephaniah 1-3

Bible Reading January 22, 2025 Here is the Stand on the Word reading for today: Zephaniah 1-3 Reflection Questions: 1. In view of the coming day of the Lord, what was His urgent message to the people of Judah (see 2:3)? 2. What was God's indictment of Judah'…
  Tony Perkins - FRC · [email protected]
January 21, 2025 at 7:59 PM

What Trump's inauguration means for faith, family, and freedom

FRC Let's steward this opportunity to advance biblical truth wisely! Dear John, Yesterday, history was made. Donald J. Trump was inaugurated as the 47th President of the United States and just a few weeks ago, the 119th Congress was sworn in as well, ushering in a new era of lea…
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January 21, 2025 at 2:58 PM

All the Executive Orders Trump Signed on Day One

Washington Stand January 21, 2025 All the Executive Orders Trump Signed on Day One by Ben Johnson In his second inaugural speech Monday afternoon, President Donald Trump promised that a series of forthcoming executive orders would implement the 2024 ele…
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January 21, 2025 at 9:05 AM

Bible Reading: Nahum 2-3

Bible Reading January 21, 2025 Here is the Stand on the Word reading for today: Nahum 2-3 Reflection Questions: 1. How did Nahum characterize Nineveh's immediate future (see chap. 2)? 2. How does the prophet describe the city of Nineveh, Assyria's capital (s…
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January 20, 2025 at 2:57 PM

5 Ways to Pray for the Incoming Trump Administration

Washington Stand January 20, 2025 5 Ways to Pray for the Incoming Trump Administration by Joshua Arnold On Monday, Donald Trump will take the oath of office as America's 47th president. Christians are commanded to pray for governing officials, regardles…
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January 20, 2025 at 9:05 AM

Bible Reading: Nahum 1

Bible Reading January 20, 2025 Here is the Stand on the Word reading for today: Nahum 1 Reflection Questions: 1. What were some of Nahum's descriptions of God's character and nature (see vv. 1-8)?Jealous and avengingKeeps wrath for his enemiesSlow to anger a…
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January 19, 2025 at 9:05 AM

Sunday Reflections: Isaiah 60-66; 2 Kings 21

Bible Reading January 19, 2025 This week's Stand on the Word readings: Isaiah 60-66; 2 Kings 21 Reflection Questions: 1) What passage uniquely spoke to you this week?2) What insights did you gain about God?3) What application might this have to what is happen…
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January 18, 2025 at 9:05 AM

Bible Reading: 2 Kings 21

Bible Reading January 18, 2025 Here is the Stand on the Word reading for today: 2 Kings 21 Reflection Questions: 1. What were some of Manasseh's evil deeds that angered the Lord (see vv. 2-6)? 2. What did God's prophets predict would happen to the nation as a…
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January 17, 2025 at 9:21 PM

The House voted to protect women’s sports. Tell your senators to co-sponsor this legislation!

Dear John,  The House voted on Tuesday, January 14th to pass the Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act of 2025 with a vote of 218 to 206. Two Democrats joined Republicans in supporting the bill. Unfortunately, most Democrats refused to vote in alignment with the majority of Americans who op…
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January 17, 2025 at 6:18 PM

Watch live this Sunday! Inauguration Praise & Prayer Convocation

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January 17, 2025 at 2:40 PM

Proposed Gaza Ceasefire Is a 'Terrible Deal for Israel'

Washington Stand January 17, 2025 Proposed Gaza Ceasefire Is a 'Terrible Deal for Israel' by Joshua Arnold A prisoner exchange and ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas was reached Wednesday, President Joe Biden announced. But, after "many months of i…
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January 17, 2025 at 9:06 AM

Bible Reading: Isaiah 66

Bible Reading January 17, 2025 Here is the Stand on the Word reading for today: Isaiah 66 Reflection Questions: 1. What is the implication of God considering earth as His footstool (v. 1)? 2. What kind of person does God look for according to verse 2 of this…
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January 16, 2025 at 3:49 PM

Johnson Races to Ready for Trump: 'This Is an Around-the-Clock Operation Right Now'

Washington Stand January 16, 2025 Johnson Races to Ready for Trump: 'This Is an Around-the-Clock Operation Right Now' by Suzanne Bowdey While miles of fences and concrete barriers line the most iconic spots of the National Mall, there are other preparat…
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January 16, 2025 at 9:06 AM

Bible Reading: Isaiah 65

Bible Reading January 16, 2025 Here is the Stand on the Word reading for today: Isaiah 65 Reflection Questions: 1. Compare verses 1-2 to Romans 10:20-21. Who was God speaking of when He said, 'I was ready to be found by those who did not seek me'?JewsGentile…
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January 15, 2025 at 2:09 PM

The Phenomenal Surge of Faith on the Field

Washington Stand January 15, 2025 The Phenomenal Surge of Faith on the Field by Chuck Donovan From every perspective, the college football season that culminates next Monday night in Atlanta has been a season of firsts. For the first time in the history…
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January 15, 2025 at 9:06 AM

Bible Reading: Isaiah 64

Bible Reading January 15, 2025 Here is the Stand on the Word reading for today: Isaiah 64 Reflection Questions: 1. What did Isaiah and the people of his day long for in verses 1-4?God to come down from heavenMake His name known to their enemiesAct on their b…
  Tony Perkins - FRC · [email protected]
January 14, 2025 at 7:55 PM

Another big corporation backs off their woke and anti-life policies!

FRC FRC is serving as watchmen on the wall for the sake of the unborn. Dear John, Over the last month, the dominos of DEI have started to fall, much to the Left's dismay. In a surprising but welcome turn of events, major corporate giants like McDonalds, Walmart, Meta, Amazon, an…
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January 14, 2025 at 3:24 PM

The Anti-Woke Wave Hits Wall Street, Tripling Shareholder Resolutions

Washington Stand January 14, 2025 The Anti-Woke Wave Hits Wall Street, Tripling Shareholder Resolutions by Suzanne Bowdey In another sign that the anti-woke movement is only gaining steam, even conservative shareholders are getting off the sidelines and…
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January 14, 2025 at 9:05 AM

Bible Reading: Isaiah 62-63

Bible Reading January 14, 2025 Here is the Stand on the Word reading for today: Isaiah 62-63 Reflection Questions: 1. What were the Lord's watchmen to do as they were posted on the walls of Jerusalem (62:6-7)?SleepTake a breakWatch, warn, and pray without ce…
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January 13, 2025 at 7:55 PM

Tell your U.S. representative to protect women’s and girls’ sports

Dear John,  Representative Greg Steube (R-Fla.) has reintroduced his bill, The Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act of 2025 (H.R. 28), and it’s expected to receive a vote in the House tomorrow! This bill will require schools to follow the true intent of Title IX to ensure fairness and equa…
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January 13, 2025 at 3:32 PM

California Wildfires: Climate Change Symptom, or Consequence of Bad Policy?

Washington Stand January 13, 2025 California Wildfires: Climate Change Symptom, or Consequence of Bad Policy? by Joshua Arnold Southern California wildfires continue to blaze out of control, besieging the Los Angeles basin from the north and west. Fire …
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January 13, 2025 at 9:05 AM

Bible Reading: Isaiah 60-61

Bible Reading January 13, 2025 Here is the Stand on the Word reading for today: Isaiah 60-61 Reflection Questions: 1. In this preview of the coming kingdom of God, what will be the source of light according to 60:19-20? 2. What was the mission of the messian…
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January 12, 2025 at 9:05 AM

Sunday Reflections: Isaiah 50-59

Bible Reading January 12, 2025 This week's Stand on the Word readings: Isaiah 50-59 Reflection Questions: 1) What passage uniquely spoke to you this week?2) What insights did you gain about God?3) What application might this have to what is happening in the w…
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January 11, 2025 at 9:05 AM

Bible Reading: Isaiah 59

Bible Reading January 11, 2025 Here is the Stand on the Word reading for today: Isaiah 59 Reflection Questions: 1. What was the cause of Israel's separation from God in verses 1-2? 2. What was the result of their sin?Justice is turned back.Righteousness stand…
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January 10, 2025 at 2:09 PM

From Tariffs to Territory: Trump's Expansionist American Vision

Washington Stand January 10, 2025 From Tariffs to Territory: Trump's Expansionist American Vision by Joshua Arnold Over the past month, President-elect Donald Trump has proposed annexing Greenland, admitting Canada to the American union, and reassuming …
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January 10, 2025 at 9:05 AM

Bible Reading: Isaiah 58

Bible Reading January 10, 2025 Here is the Stand on the Word reading for today: Isaiah 58 Reflection Questions: 1. What kind of fasting did God reject? 2. What kind of fasting does God require? Click here to view devotional resources, catch up, or look ahea…
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January 9, 2025 at 2:11 PM

Heaven and Hill: What the Religious Breakdown of the 119th Congress Tells Us about Today's Parties

Washington Stand January 9, 2025 Heaven and Hill: What the Religious Breakdown of the 119th Congress Tells Us about Today's Parties by Suzanne Bowdey You probably wouldn't know it by the legislation they pass and the debates they have, but Capitol Hill …
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January 9, 2025 at 9:05 AM

Bible Reading: Isaiah 56-57

Bible Reading January 9, 2025 Here is the Stand on the Word reading for today: Isaiah 56-57 Reflection Questions: 1. To what animal did Isaiah compare Israel's watchmen, and what were they like (see 56:10-12)? 2. Why did holy God say He would not continue t…
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January 8, 2025 at 3:32 PM

McDonald's Walks Away from Super-Sized Wokeness

Washington Stand January 8, 2025 McDonald's Walks Away from Super-Sized Wokeness by Suzanne Bowdey The calendar may have changed, but 2025 is picking up right where last year left off in the battle against corporate wokeness. In the biggest shocker sinc…
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January 8, 2025 at 9:05 AM

Bible Reading: Isaiah 54-55

Bible Reading January 8, 2025 Here is the Stand on the Word reading for today: Isaiah 54-55 Reflection Questions: 1. To what did God compare the days following His judgment on His people (see 54:7-10)?Days of AbrahamDays of NoahDays of ElijahNone of the abov…
  Tony Perkins - FRC · [email protected]
January 7, 2025 at 7:55 PM

America Needs Prayer -- Will You Stand with Us?

FRC The time to watch, pray, and act is now. Dear John, As we step into 2025, it is evident that America desperately needs prayer. The past week alone has reminded us of the darkness that is lurking in our nation -- from the horrifying terrorist attack in New Orleans to the chal…
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January 7, 2025 at 2:19 PM

Lame-Duck Biden Admin Fails to Take 2024 Election to Heart

Washington Stand January 7, 2025 Lame-Duck Biden Admin Fails to Take 2024 Election to Heart by Joshua Arnold The Biden administration's offshore oil ban is part of a larger strategy to "Trump-proof" the federal government before Trump assumes office in …
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January 7, 2025 at 9:05 AM

Bible Reading: Isaiah 52-53

Bible Reading January 7, 2025 Here is the Stand on the Word reading for today: Isaiah 52-53 Reflection Questions: 1. Who does Isaiah refer to as having beautiful feet (see 52:7)? 2. How many specific details of the coming Messiah's suffering and death can yo…
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January 6, 2025 at 2:16 PM

'Our Struggle Is Not Merely against Terror'

Washington Stand January 6, 2025 'Our Struggle Not Merely against Terror': FRC Night of Prayer Highlights New Orleans Victims by Ian Patrick The tragic loss of life in New Orleans has been met with a gargantuan call for prayer. This weekend, a group of …
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January 6, 2025 at 9:05 AM

Bible Reading: Isaiah 50-51

Bible Reading January 6, 2025 Here is the Stand on the Word reading for today: Isaiah 50-51 Reflection Questions: 1. What example of suffering is given that Messiah would endure as a result of obediently submitting to God's plans and purposes (see 50:6)? 2. …
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January 5, 2025 at 9:05 AM

Sunday Reflections: Isaiah 42-49

Bible Reading January 5, 2025 This week's Stand on the Word readings: Isaiah 42-49 Reflection Questions: 1) What passage uniquely spoke to you this week? 2) What insights did you gain about God? 3) What application might this have to what is happening i…
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January 4, 2025 at 2:41 PM

Join me Sunday at 6:00 pm CT | America must pray!

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January 4, 2025 at 9:06 AM

Bible Reading: Isaiah 49

Bible Reading January 4, 2025 Here is the Stand on the Word reading for today: Isaiah 49 Reflection Questions: 1. Besides sending Messiah to bring Israel back to the Lord, what was God's greater purpose for Him (see v. 6)? Judge of the wicked Miracle worke…
  Jody Hice - FRC Action · [email protected]
January 3, 2025 at 4:48 PM

Reminder: Please pray for President Trump and the 119th Congress with us.

Alerts January 3, 2025 Dear John, Will you pray with us? This week, Americans in New Orleans were killed during a terrorist attack. And today, the 119th Congress will be sworn in, the House will vote on their choice for Speaker, and later this month the Tr…
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January 3, 2025 at 2:12 PM

Responses to the New Year's Terror Attacks: 'We Need to Pray'

Washington Stand January 3, 2025 Responses to the New Year's Terror Attacks: 'We Need to Pray' by Sarah Holliday Just two days into the new year, and America is already facing a series of dire circumstances. Around 3:00 a.m. on New Year's Day, New Orlea…
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January 3, 2025 at 9:05 AM

Bible Reading: Isaiah 48

Bible Reading January 3, 2025 Here is the Stand on the Word reading for today: Isaiah 48 Reflection Questions: 1. What ability did the Lord tout as a difference between Himself and worthless idols (see vv. 3-5)? 2. What was God's reason for delaying His …
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January 2, 2025 at 9:05 AM

Bible Reading: Isaiah 46-47

Bible Reading January 2, 2025 Here is the Stand on the Word reading for today: Isaiah 46-47 Reflection Questions: 1. What is God's role in what happens in the future (see 46:8-11)? He is watching it unfold like the rest of us. He is crossing His fingers a…