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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…
  Tony Perkins - FRC · [email protected]
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, …
  Tony Perkins - FRC · [email protected]
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 …
  The Washington Stand · [email protected]
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…
  The Washington Stand · [email protected]
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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May 23, 2025 at 8:05 AM

Bible Reading: Esther 1-3

Bible Reading May 23, 2025 Here is the Stand on the Word reading for today: Esther 1-3 Reflection Questions: 1. What was Esther's Hebrew name (see 2:5-7)?HadassahHannahHarleyNone of the above 2. When Mordecai refused to bow in honor of Haman, what did Haman …
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May 22, 2025 at 2:36 PM

Insiders Worry: Have Democrats Gone Too Far on Abortion?

Washington Stand May 22, 2025 Insiders Worry: Have Democrats Gone Too Far on Abortion? by Suzanne Bowdey Democrats have suggested that everything's on the table when it comes to rebuilding their brand. But do they mean it? Months into November's messy a…
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May 22, 2025 at 8:05 AM

Bible Reading: Zechariah 14

Bible Reading May 22, 2025 Here is the Stand on the Word reading for today: Zechariah 14 Reflection Questions: 1. Who will again stand on the Mount of Olives in the end times (see vv. 4-5; Rev. 16:18-21)?MosesElijahMessiahNone of the above 2. What will the n…
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May 21, 2025 at 2:52 PM

Rising Democratic Star Funds Abortion through Forgotten Obamacare Loophole

Washington Stand May 21, 2025 Rising Democratic Star Funds Abortion through Forgotten Obamacare Loophole by Ben Johnson A rising Democratic star, often touted as "the next Obama" and a potential 2028 presidential candidate, has tapped into a long-forgot…
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May 21, 2025 at 2:23 PM

A New Resource of Truth and Hope for a Confused Generation

Alert How to speak truth without compromising love May 21, 2025 Dear John, We're excited to announce the release of a bold, compassionate new resource that speaks directly to one of the most urgent cultural issues of our time: Embracing God's Design by D…
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May 21, 2025 at 8:05 AM

Bible Reading: Zechariah 12-13

Bible Reading May 21, 2025 Here is the Stand on the Word reading for today: Zechariah 12-13 Reflection Questions: 1. When will the messianic prophecy in 12:10 be fulfilled (see Rev. 1:7)?First coming of MessiahSecond coming of MessiahThird coming of MessiahN…
  Tony Perkins - FRC · [email protected]
May 20, 2025 at 8:50 PM

It's time to fund families, not abortion.

FRC Shift the nation toward life and family with FRC! Dear John, There are moments in our nation's life when the contrast between good and evil, between life and death, becomes impossible to ignore. This is one of those moments. Right now, Congress is working on budget reconcili…
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May 20, 2025 at 3:49 PM

Happy Birthday!

Alert We are celebrating ONE YEAR of the Stand Firm App! Over the past year, the Stand Firm app has become a go-to source for Christians seeking clarity, truth, and ways to make an impact in today's world. In the past year, it has had: 46,000+ Downloads 1.2 Million Page Views 9 Live Ev…
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May 20, 2025 at 1:19 PM

Media Participated in Coverup of Biden's Decline, Experts Say

Washington Stand May 20, 2025 Media Participated in Coverup of Biden's Decline, Experts Say by Dan Hart As more details continue to emerge regarding the alarming extent of former President Joe Biden's mental and physical incapacities while serving in th…
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May 20, 2025 at 8:05 AM

Bible Reading: Zechariah 9-11

Bible Reading May 20, 2025 Here is the Stand on the Word reading for today: Zechariah 9-11 Reflection Questions: 1. How did the prophet Zechariah describe the first coming of Messiah (see 9:9; Matt. 21:1-5)?Powerful, riding a white horseHumble, riding a donk…
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May 19, 2025 at 8:47 PM

Rebuild Culture God's Way | Session 13 Now Available

Alert Catch up on past episodes and watch today's powerful new session. May 19, 2025 Dear John, Over the past several weeks, thousands have explored how Scripture speaks into government, leadership, and cultural influence through our God & Government video s…
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May 19, 2025 at 1:06 PM

PERKINS: Man Cannot Live on Business Alone

Washington Stand May 19, 2025 PERKINS: Man Cannot Live on Business Alone by Tony Perkins The world witnessed the quintessential President Donald Trump as he brokered major deals with leaders in Saudi Arabia and Qatar. I'm reminded of my first meeting wi…
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May 19, 2025 at 8:05 AM

Bible Reading: Ezra 5-6

Bible Reading May 19, 2025 Here is the Stand on the Word reading for today: Ezra 5-6 Reflection Questions: 1. With the work on the temple stopped by royal Persian decree, Zerubbabel (a.k.a. Sheshbazzar) and Jeshua the high priest, encouraged by both prophe…
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May 18, 2025 at 8:05 AM

Sunday Reflections: Ezra 1-4; Haggai; Zechariah 1-8

Bible Reading May 18, 2025 This week's Stand on the Word readings: Ezra 1-4; Haggai; Zechariah 1-8 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 hap…
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May 17, 2025 at 8:05 AM

Bible Reading: Zechariah 7-8

Bible Reading May 17, 2025 Here is the Stand on the Word reading for today: Zechariah 7-8 Reflection Questions: 1. Through Zechariah, what was the message from the Lord to the people in 7:8-10? 2. In the future, what will people from various nations ask o…
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May 16, 2025 at 3:14 PM

Registration is Open! | Pray Vote Stand Summit

Registration is Open! | Pray Vote Stand Summit Join us October 17-18 on the West Coast! ? OCTOBER 17-18, 2025 Calvary Chapel Chino Hills, California Join us for the Pray Vote Stand Summit - a powerful gathering …
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May 16, 2025 at 12:46 PM

'Clear and Decisive Victory': South Carolina Supreme Court Upholds 'Heartbeat Law'

Washington Stand May 16, 2025 'Clear and Decisive Victory': South Carolina Supreme Court Upholds 'Heartbeat Law' by Ben Johnson The nation's leading abortion business "failed in attempting to rewrite the science of human development," as a state Supreme…