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June 13, 2025 at 1:15 PM

Israel Launches Airstrikes against Iranian Nuclear Sites, Military Targets

Washington Stand June 13, 2025 Israel Launches Airstrikes against Iranian Nuclear Sites, Military Targets by S.A. McCarthy In the early hours of Friday morning local time, Israel launched a series of deadly "preemptive strikes" against Iran, targeting m…

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June 13, 2025 at 8:05 AM

Bible Reading: Matthew 5

Bible Reading June 13, 2025 Here is the Stand on the Word reading for today: Matthew 5 Reflection Questions: 1. To what did Jesus compare His followers' intended influence and impact (see vv. 13-16)?Bread and butterSalt and pepperSalt and lightNone of the ab…

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June 12, 2025 at 10:44 PM

Defund big abortion! Tell the Senate to pass the reconciliation bill!

Alerts June 12, 2025 Dear John, With Congress back in Washington, it is the Senate's turn to consider the budget reconciliation bill, H.R. 1, sometimes referred to as the "One Big Beautiful Bill." This historic piece of legislation defunds big abortion, ge…

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June 12, 2025 at 1:18 PM

Fewer Americans Believe 'Changing Gender' Is 'Morally Acceptable': Poll

Washington Stand June 12, 2025 Fewer Americans Believe 'Changing Gender' Is 'Morally Acceptable': Poll by Ben Johnson A new Gallup poll shows the LGBT agenda continues to lose support, as fewer Americans believe attempting to change one's gender is "mor…

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June 12, 2025 at 8:05 AM

Bible Reading: Matthew 3-4

Bible Reading June 12, 2025 Here is the Stand on the Word reading for today: Matthew 3-4 Reflection Questions: 1. What happened when John baptized Jesus (see 3:13-17)?The heavens were opened.The Spirit descended like a dove.A voice from heaven spoke affirmat…

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June 11, 2025 at 1:47 PM

113 Democrats Vote against Condemning Anti-Semitic Terror Attack

Washington Stand June 11, 2025 Legacy media can be full of confusion and empty of truth. Help The Washington Stand to share news anchored in a biblical worldview. From now until June 30th, you can make 2x the impact thanks to a generous Challenge Match to…

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June 11, 2025 at 8:05 AM

Bible Reading: Matthew 1-2

Bible Reading June 11, 2025 Here is the Stand on the Word reading for today: Matthew 1-2 Reflection Questions: 1. Why did Joseph decide to go through with the marriage to Mary (see 1:19-21)?2. What gifts did the wise men bring the Christ child in chapter 2?G…

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June 10, 2025 at 8:23 PM

Where does revival start?

FRC Join FRC in equipping families to stand strong in faith. Your gift will be doubled through June 30! Dear John, What if your family could spark a revival? At Family Research Council, we believe that the future of our nation depends on the spiritual formation happening right n…

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June 10, 2025 at 4:01 PM

Don't Miss the Family Bible Challenge - Starting this Wednesday, June 11!

Alert Download your FREE resources and start strong. Build Something That Lasts - Start Wednesday Dear John, The countdown is on! This Wednesday, June 11, thousands of families and individuals across the country will begin a 21-day journey through the Gospel of Matthew - and there's st…

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June 10, 2025 at 1:40 PM

Simone Biles Vaults into the Spotlight as an Enemy of Girls' Sports

Washington Stand June 10, 2025 Simone Biles Vaults into the Spotlight as an Enemy of Girls' Sports by Suzanne Bowdey The saddest thing about Simone Biles isn't that she's wrong about girls' sports (although that is shocking coming from one of the best f…

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June 10, 2025 at 8:05 AM

Bible Reading: Malachi 3-4

Bible Reading June 10, 2025 Here is the Stand on the Word reading for today: Malachi 3-4 Reflection Questions: 1. What were the people robbing God of according to chapter 3?Praise and gloryTithes and offeringsThanks and gratitudeNone of the above 2. Who was …

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June 9, 2025 at 3:03 PM

Focus on the Family a "Hate Group"

Alert The SPLC is continuing to target more Christian organizations. Will you join us in fighting back? June 9, 2025 Dear John, The Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) just crossed another line. They've officially labeled Focus on the Family -- an organization cl…

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June 9, 2025 at 1:14 PM

Released Israeli Hostage Recounts Barbarous Details of His Imprisonment

Washington Stand June 9, 2025 Released Israeli Hostage Recounts Barbarous Details of His Imprisonment by Joshua Arnold Tal Shoham and his family were visiting his in-laws for Sukkot (the Feast of Booths) when, in the early morning hours of October 7, 20…

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June 9, 2025 at 8:05 AM

Bible Reading: Malachi 1-2

Bible Reading June 9, 2025 Here is the Stand on the Word reading for today: Malachi 1-2 Reflection Questions: 1. How were the people and priests disrespecting God (see 1:6-14)?Taking His name in vain by swearing and cursingOffering Him second-rate offeringsW…

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June 8, 2025 at 8:05 AM

Sunday Reflections: Nehemiah 5-13

Bible Reading June 8, 2025 This week's Stand on the Word readings: Nehemiah 5-13 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 worl…

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June 7, 2025 at 8:05 AM

Bible Reading: Nehemiah 13

Bible Reading June 7, 2025 Here is the Stand on the Word reading for today: Nehemiah 13 Reflection Questions: 1. Upon returning to Jerusalem a decade after having resumed his duties in the Persian court as cupbearer, Nehemiah found disturbing developments. Wh…

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June 6, 2025 at 2:42 PM

Meet the Companies Helping to Trans Kids and Hide It from Parents

Washington Stand June 6, 2025 Meet the Companies Helping to Trans Kids and Hide It from Parents by Suzanne Bowdey It's been a while since Americans could actually sit back and enjoy June. Now, instead of bumping into rainbows in every aisle and choking …

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June 6, 2025 at 8:05 AM

Bible Reading: Nehemiah 11-12

Bible Reading June 6, 2025 Here is the Stand on the Word reading for today: Nehemiah 11-12 Reflection Questions: 1. For what reason did the people cast lots (see 11:1-2)?To see who would win the big prizeTo decide who would move into JerusalemTo decide who w…

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June 5, 2025 at 3:22 PM

U.S. Taxpayers Must Fund Gender Transitions in Federal Prisons, per Judge

Washington Stand June 5, 2025 U.S. Taxpayers Must Fund Gender Transitions in Federal Prisons, per Judge by S.A. McCarthy On Tuesday, yet another district court judge targeted the Trump administration's efforts to uphold biological reality, ordering the …

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June 5, 2025 at 3:06 PM

Bible Reading: Nehemiah 10

Bible Reading June 5, 2025 Here is the Stand on the Word reading for today: Nehemiah 10 Reflection Questions: 1. What were the primary contents of the covenant the people made with the Lord (vv. 28-31)?To walk in God's law and do all the commandments of the …

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June 4, 2025 at 8:06 PM

If we don't disciple our children, the world will!

Alert The Family Bible Challenge starts June 11. Sign up today! Your Home Is the Most Important Mission Field Dear John, One week from today, we will transition from the Old to the New Testament and begin the book of Matthew in our Stand on the Word journey through the Bible. And we ar…

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June 4, 2025 at 1:31 PM

Anti-Semitic Attacks Spreading Fear among Jewish Members of Congress

Washington Stand June 4, 2025 Anti-Semitic Attacks Spreading Fear among Jewish Members of Congress by Joshua Arnold A recent series of anti-Semitic terror attacks in America has Jews on high alert, worried that they may become the victim. Even Jewish me…

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June 4, 2025 at 8:05 AM

Bible Reading: Nehemiah 9

Bible Reading June 4, 2025 Here is the Stand on the Word reading for today: Nehemiah 9 Reflection Questions: 1. After the celebration, there was a solemn assembly that included what activities (see vv. 1-5)?Assembled with fasting and in sackclothSeparated th…

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June 3, 2025 at 4:29 PM

What does Pride in DC look like?

FRC As Pride Month floods the streets of DC, FRC is defending God's design for families. Dear John, This June, the battle for the soul of our culture has never been clearer -- or more urgent. While many Americans welcome summer, despite the cultural swing to the right in America…

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June 3, 2025 at 1:16 PM

'Buyer's Remorse': Support for Same-Sex Agenda Craters among Republicans

Washington Stand June 3, 2025 'Buyer's Remorse': Support for Same-Sex Agenda Craters among Republicans by S.A. McCarthy A new poll is showing that support for same-sex marriage has dropped to a 10-year low among Republicans but spiked to a record high a…

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June 3, 2025 at 8:05 AM

Bible Reading: Nehemiah 7-8

Bible Reading June 3, 2025 Here is the Stand on the Word reading for today: Nehemiah 7-8 Reflection Questions: 1. What qualities did Nehemiah note in Hananiah that would make him a good leader (see 7:2)?2. Once the walls were completed, what did Ezra and the…

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June 2, 2025 at 9:13 PM

Reminder: Join us in protecting America's children

Alerts How the Skrmetti case decision will affect kids June 2, 2025 Dear John, Will you join FRC Action in praying for a favorable decision from the U.S. Supreme Court in United States v. Skrmetti? This is a very important case and we need as much prayer as …

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June 2, 2025 at 2:38 PM

Live Tonight: A Conversation on Gender Confusion and God's Design

Alert Join Dr. Jennifer Bauwens and Walt Heyer for a timely discussion on equipping the Church to respond with biblical love and wisdom.   Dear John, Join us live tonight in the Stand Firm app for a conversation with Dr. Jennifer Bauwens and Walt Heyer, authors of …

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June 2, 2025 at 1:28 PM

Musk Steps Down as Spending Cuts Rocket Up

Washington Stand June 2, 2025 Musk Steps Down as Spending Cuts Rocket Up by Suzanne Bowdey Elon Musk may be stepping down as the public face of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), but his fingerprints certainly remain. Early this week, the p…

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June 2, 2025 at 8:05 AM

Bible Reading: Nehemiah 5-6

Bible Reading June 2, 2025 Here is the Stand on the Word reading for today: Nehemiah 5-6 Reflection Questions: 1. What example did Nehemiah set when he became governor (see 5:14-19)? Refused to take pay traditionally given to governors Declined to buy up …

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June 1, 2025 at 8:05 AM

Sunday Reflections: Esther 7-10; Ezra 7-10; Nehemiah 1-4

Bible Reading June 1, 2025 This week's Stand on the Word readings: Esther 7-10; Ezra 7-10; Nehemiah 1-4 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 i…

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May 31, 2025 at 3:46 PM

Secure Your Spot at Pray Vote Stand - $30 Off Ends Soon

Alerts Register today and save $30 on your Summit Pass! Pray Vote Stand Summit | October 17-18 | Chino, California There's never been a more important time to gather with fellow believers and boldly stand for biblical truth. This fall, Pray Vote Stand Summit will equip and en…

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May 31, 2025 at 8:05 AM

Bible Reading: Nehemiah 3-4

Bible Reading May 31, 2025 Here is the Stand on the Word reading for today: Nehemiah 3-4 Reflection Questions: 1. What was the strategic benefit of having people build the part of the wall in front of their own house (see chap. 3)?2. When enemies threatened, …

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May 30, 2025 at 8:42 PM

Another conservative group added to the SPLC's "Hate Map"

Alert The SPLC just targeted Turning Point USA. Sign our petition today! May 30, 2025 Dear John, The Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) is at it again. Over the weekend, Charlie Kirk posted on X that his organization Turning Point USA (TPUSA) -- one of the large…

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May 30, 2025 at 1:45 PM

Analysis: Biden Unaware of Executive Orders 'Signed' by Autopen

Washington Stand May 30, 2025 Analysis: Biden Unaware of Executive Orders 'Signed' by Autopen by S.A. McCarthy President Joe Biden issued 162 executive orders over the course of his Oval Office tenure, but according to a new report, most of them were si…

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May 30, 2025 at 8:05 AM

Bible Reading: Nehemiah 2

Bible Reading May 30, 2025 Here is the Stand on the Word reading for today: Nehemiah 2 Reflection Questions: 1. How did the people respond to Nehemiah's challenge to rebuild the walls, which had the backing of the Persian king and was marked by the provident…

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May 29, 2025 at 11:08 PM

Discount Ending Soon! | Pray Vote Stand 2025

Discount Ending Soon! | Pray Vote Stand 2025 Register today and save $30 on your Summit Pass! Pray Vote Stand Summit | October 17-18 | Chino, California There's never been a more important time to gather with fellow believers and boldly stand for biblical truth. This fall, Pray Vote Stand Su…

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May 29, 2025 at 1:02 PM

Republicans Brace for the Next Wave of Big Beautiful Debates

Washington Stand May 29, 2025 Republicans Brace for the Next Wave of Big Beautiful Debates by Suzanne Bowdey When Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) hauled the "one, big, beautiful bill" over its first mountain - House passage - he had one request. To the GOP…

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May 29, 2025 at 8:05 AM

Bible Reading: Nehemiah 1

Bible Reading May 29, 2025 Here is the Stand on the Word reading for today: Nehemiah 1 Reflection Questions: 1. What was Nehemiah's response when his brother Hanani reported the sad situation of the broken-down walls in Jerusalem?He wept and mourned for days…

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May 28, 2025 at 8:14 PM

Congress comes back Monday: Tell your senators to maintain language defunding gender transition procedures and big abortion in reconciliation!

Dear John,  This week is crucial for deciding whether your tax dollars continue to support gender transition procedures and abortion providers. Congress may have left Washington for a week, but staff are still on the Hill, reading messages from constituents like you and getting ready to welcome …

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May 28, 2025 at 1:19 PM

For Mike Johnson, the Red Sea Parts One Prayer at a Time

Washington Stand May 28, 2025 For Mike Johnson, the Red Sea Parts One Prayer at a Time by Suzanne Bowdey House Republicans will have some time to reflect on what happened in the frantic days before the Memorial Day break. The mad scramble that led to an…

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May 28, 2025 at 8:05 AM

Bible Reading: Ezra 9-10

Bible Reading May 28, 2025 Here is the Stand on the Word reading for today: Ezra 9-10 Reflection Questions: 1. When Ezra arrived, what great sin had the people committed for which he was deeply grieved and pleaded with the Lord in intercessory prayer (see 9:…

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May 27, 2025 at 7:08 PM

Let's read the Gospel of Matthew - together!

Alert Join the 21-day Family Bible Challenge and root your home in God's word. A Family Bible Challenge That Can Strengthen Families Dear John, There is a lot competing for our children's attention right now - culture, entertainment, education, media... But no voice matters more than th…

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May 27, 2025 at 1:09 PM

PERKINS: Corporations' Silence on Pride Speaks Volumes

Washington Stand May 27, 2025 PERKINS: Corporations' Silence on Pride Speaks Volumes by Tony Perkins After years of cultural dominance, what's finally slowing the momentum of the Pride movement? Recent reporting from outlets like The Wall Street Journal…

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May 27, 2025 at 8:05 AM

Bible Reading: Ezra 7-8

Bible Reading May 27, 2025 Here is the Stand on the Word reading for today: Ezra 7-8 Reflection Questions: 1. What habits did Ezra the scribe set his heart to that would be good for us all to follow (see 7:10)?Study the Law of the LordDo itTeach God's statut…

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May 26, 2025 at 8:05 AM

Bible Reading: Esther 7-10

Bible Reading May 26, 2025 Here is the Stand on the Word reading for today: Esther 7-10 Reflection Questions: 1. What did Queen Esther ask of the king when he offered her as much as half his kingdom (7:3-4)? A house at the beach and the mountains A bag of…

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May 25, 2025 at 8:05 AM

Sunday Reflections: Ezra 5-6; Zechariah 9-14; Esther 1-6

Bible Reading May 25, 2025 This week's Stand on the Word readings: Ezra 5-6; Zechariah 9-14; Esther 1-6 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 i…

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May 24, 2025 at 8:05 AM

Bible Reading: Esther 4-6

Bible Reading May 24, 2025 Here is the Stand on the Word reading for today: Esther 4-6 Reflection Questions: 1. After learning of Haman's plot to wipe out the Jews, what desperate request did Mordecai make of his adoptive daughter, Queen Esther, and what wa…

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May 23, 2025 at 6:05 PM

UPDATE: House-passed reconciliation bill defunds gender transition procedures and big abortion!

Dear John,  On Thursday, the House passed the budget reconciliation bill with language defunding abortion providers and gender transition procedures. This is a huge victory, but the bill still needs to pass the Senate. Your members of Congress still need to hear from you!  Click here to urge you…

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May 23, 2025 at 3:29 PM

With Reconciliation Vote, a Humble Mike Johnson Keeps on Winning

Washington Stand May 23, 2025 With Reconciliation Vote, a Humble Mike Johnson Keeps on Winning by Suzanne Bowdey If there were Vegas odds on Mike Johnson's (R-La.) speakership a year and a half ago, you could forgive people for betting against him. The …

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