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The Quick Start Podcast provides top news headlines from a Christian perspective. Featuring Dan Andros, Tré Goins-Phillips, Billy Hallowell with special reporting from Madison Seals. Run length: 15-30 minutes
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- Today26 min
Forrest Frank Sounds Off on Election, New Evidence About Jesus Emerges, 1 Corinthians 16
SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Artza: The Holy Land Gift Box https://www.artzabox.com/cbn Christian Solidarity International (CSI) - Help Persecuted Christians TODAY: https://csi-usa.org/quickstart/ On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: The latest headlines from CBN News. FOCUS: Christian singer Forrest Frank speaks out following the midterm elections, acknowledging his message could cost him followers. Raj Nair and Dan Andros discuss his comments. MAIN THING: Did the ancient historian Josephus really write about Jesus? Scholar T.C. Schmidt joins Billy Hallowell to discuss new research, disputed historical accounts and what the evidence reveals about Jesus. BIBLE VERSE: 1 Corinthians 16:13 (ESV) | "Be watchful, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be strong." WATCH THE FULL INTERVIEWS:Forrest Frank: https://youtu.be/RPea7M6t4WQJosephus and Jesus: https://youtu.be/fkmrjLwb1hQ SHOW LINKS Radical Revelations with Raj Nair https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/radical-revelations/id1888511250 Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454
- Yesterday23 min
Surprising US Biblical Literacy Numbers, Ted Cruz Reacts to Blue Wave, 2 Timothy 2
SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Artza: The Holy Land Gift Box https://www.artzabox.com/cbn Christian Solidarity International (CSI) - Help Persecuted Christians TODAY: https://csi-usa.org/quickstart/ On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: A Philadelphia protest targets Jewish-owned businesses as organizers call for a boycott. After a midterm “blue tsunami,” Sen. Ted Cruz says Republicans lost touch with voters, as exit polls point to inflation, the economy, tariffs and the Iran war. FOCUS: A new Lifeway Research report finds that about two-thirds of churchgoers failed a biblical literacy quiz. What did they struggle with, and why does it matter? MAIN THING: Russian strikes killed at least 40 people at an underground school in Ukraine where families had gathered for humanitarian aid. Eric Mock of the Slavic Gospel Association describes the devastation and how local churches are helping. BIBLE VERSE: 2 Timothy 2:15 calls believers to present themselves to God as approved workers, rightly handling the word of truth. SHOW LINKS Radical Revelations with Raj Nair https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/radical-revelations/id1888511250 Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454
- 2 days ago25 min
Major Election Night SHAKE UP, Shocking Ban, Daniel 2
SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Artza: The Holy Land Gift Box https://www.artzabox.com/cbn Christian Solidarity International (CSI) - Help Persecuted Christians TODAY: https://csi-usa.org/quickstart/ On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: Democrats scored major Senate victories, including historic wins in Texas and Ohio, as the House remained in play.FOCUS: Republican strategist Cory Ruth reacts to the party’s difficult election night and what Republicans can do next.MAIN THING: Quebec is weighing a ban on religious symbols in elementary schools. Raj Nair and Billy Hallowell explain what it could mean for families of faith.BIBLE VERSE: Daniel 2:21 reminds us that God changes times and seasons and appoints kings. SHOW LINKS Radical Revelations with Raj Nair https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/radical-revelations/id1888511250 Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454
- 3 days ago22 min
Election Day Key Races, Sophie Cunningham, Samuel Rodriguez, 1 Corinthians 16
SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Artza: The Holy Land Gift Box https://www.artzabox.com/cbn Christian Solidarity International (CSI) - Help Persecuted Christians TODAY: https://csi-usa.org/quickstart/ On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: A Texas family was among nine people killed in a Florida Learjet crash. Voters head to the polls with control of Congress at stake, including competitive Senate races in Texas, Michigan and Ohio.FOCUS: WNBA star Sophie Cunningham talks about sharing the Gospel, how her faith has grown and whether Christians face unfair treatment in the media.MAIN THING: Pastor Samuel Rodriguez urges Christians to stay engaged ahead of Election Day.BIBLE VERSE: “Be on guard. Stand firm in the faith. Be courageous. Be strong.” — 1 Corinthians 16:13 SHOW LINKS Radical Revelations with Raj Nair https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/radical-revelations/id1888511250 Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454
- 4 days ago26 min
Chaotic Final Moments of Fatal FL Crash, Midterms, Riaan Swiegelaar, Proverbs 12
SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Artza: The Holy Land Gift Box https://www.artzabox.com/cbn Christian Solidarity International (CSI) - Help Persecuted Christians TODAY: https://csi-usa.org/quickstart/ On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: More than 54 million Americans have voted ahead of Tuesday’s midterms as both parties make their final push. Plus, newly released cockpit audio captures the final moments of a Learjet crash that killed nine near Greenacres, Florida.FOCUS: Former Satanic church leader Riaan Swiegelaar says he encountered Jesus Christ. We look at his story and what he’s doing now.MAIN THING: Heritage Foundation Action Press Manager Doug Blair joins Madison Seals to discuss the roots of the America First movement, early polling and what the election could mean for 2028.BIBLE VERSE: Proverbs 12:22: “Lying lips are an abomination to the Lord, but those who act faithfully are his delight.” SHOW LINKS Radical Revelations with Raj Nair https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/radical-revelations/id1888511250 Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454
- 1 weeks ago22 min
Botched Tennessee Execution Update, Viral Prank Backfires, Colton Dixon, Hebrews 4
SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Artza: The Holy Land Gift Box https://www.artzabox.com/cbn Christian Solidarity International (CSI) - Help Persecuted Christians TODAY: https://csi-usa.org/quickstart/ On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: Tennessee’s governor says Christa Pike will likely remain on death row after a failed execution. Plus, an online fundraiser surges for a grocery worker targeted by a prank.FOCUS: Singer Colton Dixon discusses how Charlie Kirk’s assassination shaped his perspective on faith and strengthened his Christian convictions.MAIN THING: Deadly attacks in Jordan and Ethiopia renew the call to pray for persecuted Christians. CBN’s George Thomas reports.BIBLE VERSE: Hebrews 4:16 reminds us to draw near to God’s throne of grace for mercy and help in our time of need. SHOW LINKS Radical Revelations with Raj Nair https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/radical-revelations/id1888511250 Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454
- 1 weeks ago25 min
Netanyahu Defies the Polls, VA Voters on Marriage, Matthew 19
SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Artza: The Holy Land Gift Box https://www.artzabox.com/cbn Christian Solidarity International (CSI) - Help Persecuted Christians TODAY: https://csi-usa.org/quickstart/ On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: Benjamin Netanyahu’s Likud Party is leading Israel’s election count, though his bloc remains short of a governing majority. Plus, nearly 600 people made commitments to follow Jesus at a revival event at the University of South Alabama.FOCUS: Virginia voters will decide whether to remove the state constitution’s ban on same-sex marriage. We look at what the proposed amendment could change and the legal challenge surrounding it.MAIN THING: David Brody reports from Toledo, where Ohio’s Senate race is testing whether economic frustration can move union voters toward Democrats or whether faith and social issues will keep them with Republicans.BIBLE VERSE: Matthew 19:6: “So they are no longer two, but one flesh. Therefore what God has joined together, let no one separate.” SHOW LINKS Radical Revelations with Raj Nair https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/radical-revelations/id1888511250 Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454
- 1 weeks ago20 min
Noah's Ark Search UPDATE, Media SILENT as 60 Christians Killed, Pastor Arrested, Proverbs 12
SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Artza: The Holy Land Gift Box https://www.artzabox.com/cbn Christian Solidarity International (CSI) - Help Persecuted Christians TODAY: https://csi-usa.org/quickstart/ On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: A Florida mother is charged with neglect after four children were left home alone while she worked in Las Vegas. Rev. Patrick Mahoney is facing trial after his arrest during a protest outside the Chinese Embassy.FOCUS: Researchers investigating a boat-shaped formation in Turkey make another announcement about Noah’s ark.MAIN THING: Reports say at least 60 Orthodox Christians were killed in Ethiopia. Dan Andros, Billy Hallowell and Raj discuss what is known, what remains unclear and how to pray for those affected.BIBLE VERSE: Proverbs 12:22 — “The Lord detests lying lips, but he delights in those who tell the truth.” SHOW LINKS Radical Revelations with Raj Nair https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/radical-revelations/id1888511250 Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454
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