On 9/11, Islamists attacked the United States killing 2,977. Also, there's October 7, 2023, when Islamists struck Israel killing approximately 1,200. In spite of these kind of attacks, the violence of Islam is being muted in news outlets across America. However, some prominent individuals have been paying attention. The result is that Islamic influence and the growing network of the Muslim Brotherhood was at the center of a hearing held last week by Senator Ted Cruz, Chairman of the Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on Federal Courts, Oversight, Agency Action, and Federal Rights. This hearing was titled, Hidden in Plain Sight: Confronting the Muslim Brotherhood Network in America. It was designed to examine the Muslim Brotherhood's efforts to seize influence inside American nonprofits, political organizations, universities, courts, taxpayer-funded programs, and other American institutions. Witnesses described the network as linking to additional organizations, including the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR). Due to the significance of the hearing and the rapid advancement of Islam across the country, including into politics, Crosstalk believes it's important for the American public to hear this testimony. After an important opening from Senator Ted Cruz, you'll hear testimony from several individuals. This Crosstalk is a must.

Politics matters, but it was never designed to carry humanity's ultimate hope. Modern political movements increasingly promise identity, security, justice, transformation, and societal redemption. When people expect politics to provide what only Christ can give, political involvement becomes political idolatry and political power begins functioning as a false gospel. In this episode, Dave Jenkins explains how Romans 1 exposes humanity's tendency to exchange worship of the Creator for created things. He considers why political systems create the illusion of control, how political identity can overshadow identity in Christ, and why every attempt to produce salvation through human power eventually disappoints. Governments can restrain evil, preserve order, and promote justice imperfectly. But laws cannot regenerate the heart, political power cannot reconcile sinners to God, and no earthly system can establish an eternal kingdom. Christians should care about truth, righteousness, justice, and the good of their neighbors. But they must engage society with their hope firmly anchored in Jesus Christ. Politics is important, but it is never ultimate. Only Christ can redeem what sin has broken. For more Equipping You in Grace, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/equipping-you-in-grace-2/

(1) Israel Watch 8/9/26: A "deal" is in the works with Iran (Persia) which we believe will be temporary through the mid-terms. Meanwhile the Gaza deal appears to be rejected by P.M. Netanyahu with Hamas agreeing to disarm but having a perfect track record of LYING (Taqiyya). Massie (agnostic), Kent (Catholic), Carlson (Protestant), Marjorie Taylor Green and husband (neo-evangelicals) are forming a third party with the intent of destroying MAGA due to their support for Israel. The call is to ostracize and demonize those of us who are Christian Zionists. (2) Corporate Communism: on full display at the Coca-Cola personalization website where Satan, Allah, Mohammad and Pedophiles are welcome but Jesus is BANNED. (3) Laodicean Apologism: In this edition of "Apologists Gone Bad" we look at Wes Huff's numerous heresies and apostate views. (4) On the Lighter Side: Buc-ee's is suing a small mini mart in Beavercreek over their use of a Beaver and red font in their logo. Hundreds of businesses and other groups are adding Beavers to their logos and BBF gets in the act with a twist... https://bbfohio.com

God's Sovereign Order: Political Authority, Its Purpose and Our Duty. l Ps Kalifungwa | Rom 13:1-7

On today's episode, Dr. Jim Townsley and Dr. Chuck Harding delve into the wise involvement of pastors in supporting elections and local candidates. They also explore how pastors can encourage their congregations to actively participate in the political process and exercise their right to vote.

Senate Republicans hold Fauci in contempt of Congress; Southwest Airlines blocks ICE from detaining illegal aliens on 6 flights; Planned Parenthood sues Trump over denial of Title X funding

Vault AI Summary: This sermon examines Ecclesiastes 10:16-18 to argue that the moral character of leaders directly determines the spiritual and civil state of a nation. The preacher contrasts childish, intemperate rulers who bring curses with noble, diligent leaders who bring blessings, emphasizing that God often gives people rulers they deserve based on their own collective sin. The text challenges believers to look beyond political policy and prioritize godly character in both electing leaders and cultivating personal virtue. It warns that slothfulness and idleness lead to the gradual decay of homes, churches, and spiritual lives, urging immediate diligence in maintaining one's heart. Ultimately, the message calls for self-examination, repentance, and prayer for rulers who reflect the regal and holy character of Christ.