Today’s chapter will talk about seeing and filling a need, how to deal with an angry man, cosigning on a loan, and more contrasts of wise vs. foolish.

Today’s chapter will talk about seeing and filling a need, how to deal with an angry man, cosigning on a loan, and more contrasts of wise vs. foolish.


Cancer cases grow by 79% in young people – as ‘alarming’ study suggests key reasonsCancer cases among young people across the world have grown by 79%, according to an “alarming” study.

Syria’s U.S.-backed Kurdish forces hope to end weeklong clashes with militia in the ‘next 24 hours’Syria’s U.S.-backed and Kurdish-led forces on Tuesday pushed deeper into the last stronghold of Arab tribesmen who have taken up arms against them in eastern Syria. A spokesperson said they hoped to end the dayslong clashes there in the “next 24 hours.”

Russia Shoots Down More Ukrainian Drones As It Talks To North Korea (Worthy News Radio)Russia said Tuesday that it shot down several Ukraine-launched drones targeting Moscow, the country’s capital. The announcement came amid reports that Russia seeks to intensify its war against Ukraine by contacting North Korea for support.
UN Nuclear Watchdog Report Seen by AP Says Iran Slows Its Enrichment of Near-Weapons-Grade Uranium – September 4, 2023Kim Jong Un to visit Putin in Russia for talks on possible weapons supply – September 4, 2023Ukraine’s President Replacing Defense Minister – September 4, 2023Hungary Celebrates Birth Of Israel, Budapest – September 4, 2023Russia Puts Feared Nuclear ‘Satan 2’ Missiles On Combat Duty – September 3, 2023Iran claims to foil major Mossad attempt to insert defective parts into its missiles – September 3, 2023Security Council extends UNIFIL peacekeepers’ mandate, rejects Hezbollah demands – September 3, 2023

After Eritrean riots, Israeli government proposes sweeping illegal immigration lawFollowing widespread rioting by Eritrean illegal immigrants in Tel Aviv, MK Simcha Rothman (Religious Zionist Party) is proposing a new law which would ease the authorities’ ability to deport them.Bahrain reiterates support for two-state solution along pre-1967 lines while celebrating “historic” opening of first Israeli embassy

During a ceremony welcoming the historic opening of Bahrain’s first Israeli embassy, Bahraini Foreign Minister Abdullatif Al Zayani made sure to reiterate that his country supports a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, including Israel’s withdrawal to pre-1967 lines, the Jerusalem Post reports. Bahrain normalized diplomatic relations with Israel under the 2020 US-brokered Abraham Accords.
American defense pact at forefront of Saudi talks, says senior Israeli official – September 4, 2023Coalition, opposition come together to reject reported bargain on judicial overhaul – September 4, 2023Israel to boost Air Force power with new F-35 squadron – September 3, 2023Israel mulls response after Tel Aviv riot leaves 170 injured – September 3, 2023

Interest on national debt on pace to eclipse entitlements, defense spending amid funding battlesSustained deficit spending by the U.S. government helped push the national debt up to a jaw dropping $31.38 trillion in 2023, according to U.S. Treasury data. Fiscal watchdogs are now predicting that the interest alone on that debt will soon eclipse both entitlements and defense spending as a major component of the annual budget.

California AG says pro-life group can demonstrate at Fresno abortion clinicThe state of California said Tuesday that a pro-life outreach center can continue its sidewalk campaign to deter women from entering a nearby abortion clinic.
Judge rules against latest attempt to block WA’s ban on sale of assault weapons – September 5, 2023Federal Deficit Projected to Double This Year – September 4, 2023Death At Rain-Soaked Burning Man Festival – September 4, 2023Proud Boys Leader Get 18 Years For Attacking US Capitol – September 4, 2023Fifth Circuit sides with ivermectin-prescribing doctors in their quarrel with the FDA – September 3, 2023Obama-Appointed Judge Rules State Officials Don’t Have To Change Birth Certificates To Match People’s Gender Identity – September 3, 2023Federal judge blocks Tennessee county from enforcing state drag ban – September 3, 2023
Nigeria: More than 1,000 Christians murdered by Islamic militants in 2023

The International Christian Concern (ICC) international aid advocacy organization reports that over 1,000 Christians have been murdered by Islamic militant extremists in Nigeria so far this year. The killings were carried out by Fulani herdsmen, and the Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa terror groups.

Pakistan: Christians petition High Court for investigation into police misconduct during anti-Christian riotsChurch leaders in Pakistan have petitioned the Lahore High Court for a “thorough and transparent” independent judicial investigation after police illegally arrested Christians instead of the Muslim perpetrators of violent anti-Christian riots which took place in Faisalabad District last month, Morning Star News (MSN) reports.

DRC: 48 people killed during anti-UN protest in churchSoldiers in the Democratic Republic of Congo killed 48 civilians when they opened fire on a peaceful anti-United Nations protest being held at a church in Goma, North Kivu province on Wednesday, the Christian Post (CP) reports.
Pakistan Pastor Shot After Removing Islamic Graffiti From Church – September 4, 2023Uganda: Police foil bomb attack on church in Kampala, hundreds evacuated – September 4, 2023‘Nigerian Army Fires Soldier For Preaching Christ’ – September 4, 2023Pakistan’s Supreme Court ‘Rekindles Hope’, Opposes Forced Marriages of Christian Girls – September 3, 2023Pakistan Churches Face Islamic Graffiti Attacks – August 31, 2023Nigeria: Christians murdered, abducted in Kaduna state – August 31, 2023

Markets Rocked as $46 Trillion have been wiped out in past year
It’s been a tough year for investors, with global stock and bond markets erasing $46.1 trillion in market value since November 2021, according to Bank of America.

North Korea Fires Missile Over Japan
Japan’s government urged its citizens to take cover on Tuesday as North Korea fired a potentially nuclear-capable ballistic missile over the country.
Germany: Inflation hits record 10%, recession expected– October 4, 2022
Russia’s Upper House Votes To Annex Ukraine Regions – October 4, 2022
Burkina Faso Leader Steps Down After Coup – October 4, 2022
Pope Francis Urges Russia To Prevent Nuclear War – October 4, 2022
US airstrike kills extremist al-Shabab leader: ‘Thorn removed from the Somali nation’ – October 4, 2022
Iran: At least 92 dead in anti-government protests – October 4, 2022
‘U.S. Could Destroy Russian Military In Ukraine’ – October 4, 2022
China establishes extraterritorial policing of its citizens abroad – October 3, 2022

Israel, EU renew dialogue for first time in over a decade
Prime Minister Yair Lapid spoke Monday with delegates from the European Union, renewing economic and political dialogue with the bloc for the first time in over a decade.

Chances of Hezbollah war ‘still remain very high’ – US envoy
Former US assistant secretary of state for Near Eastern Affairs David Schenker told i24NEWS that the chances of an Israeli-Hezbollah confrontation “still remain very high” despite the advancement of a US-brokered maritime border agreement between Israel and Lebanon.
Arabs say Al Aqsa Mosque in “danger” from red heifers, Palestinians call for uprising – October 4, 2022
Lebanon receives written US-brokered proposal for maritime border deal with Israel – October 3, 2022
Lapid: Proposed maritime border deal with Lebanon safeguards security, economic interests – October 3, 2022
Israel signs its first Free Trade Agreement with South Korea – September 29, 2022

National debt surpasses $31 trillion
The U.S. national debt has passed $31 trillion for the first time in history.

States deploy about 2,500 National Guard troops to U.S.-Mexico border
Nearly two dozen states are sending National Guard troops to the U.S.-Mexico border to help federal immigration officials grapple with an unprecedented surge of undocumented migrants.
Hurricane Ian Death Toll Rises To Over 80 – October 3, 2022
Ohio legislators introduce ‘Parents Bill of Rights’ – October 3, 2022
Newsom signs bill allowing state to revoke out-of-state parents’ rights over trans kids – October 3, 2022
‘A 500-Year Flood Event’: One of Worst Hurricanes to Ever Strike FL, Ian to Strengthen and Slam SC Next – September 29, 2022
Final GDP reading shows US economy shrank 0.6% in the spring, cementing start of recession – September 29, 2022
Republican States Sue Biden Admin Over Plan To Cancel Student Debt – September 29, 2022
Mortgage Rates Hit 15-Year High At 6.7% — More than Double Since Last Year – September 29, 2022
Uganda: New converts to Christ severely beaten by Islamic extremists

New cases of violent attacks by Islamic extremists against converts to Christ in Uganda continue to be reported: last month, a father of four in Kaliro District was subjected to forty lashes for leaving Islam, and a 52-year-old mother in neighboring Kibuku District was kicked and beaten with sticks until she sustained severe injuries, Morning Star News (MSN) reports.
Uganda: Two Christian women violently attacked, one killed
One Christian woman in Uganda has died and another was hospitalized last month after apparent attacks by Muslim relatives enraged at their conversion to Christ, Morning Star News reports.

Christians in Nigeria continue to die at the hands of Islamic terrorists: five Christians, including a 60-year-old woman, were killed in attacks in Plateau state last month, Morning Star News (MSN) reports. Tens of thousands of Christians have been murdered by Islamic terrorists since 2009, as rights groups continue to warn of genocide.
Pastor Beaten In Malaysia After Reporting Child Rape To Police – October 3, 2022
Former Jailed Pakistan Christian In Thailand With Family (Worthy News Investigation) – October 3, 2022
Open Doors Founder Brother Andrew Dead At 94 – September 28, 2022
Blinken under pressure to redesignate Nigeria as a “Country of Particular Concern” – September 28, 2022
England: National Health Service settles case with Christian doctor who spoke about Jesus with a patient – September 28, 2022
Nigeria: Dozens more Christians murdered in continued attacks in Benue state – September 27, 2022
South Carolina: Anglican and Episcopal diocese reach settlement after years-long litigation – September 27, 2022
Is it Biblical to be a Surety for someone else’s debt? What are examples of this in the Bible, and What does God say about it? What about debt Bailouts? This is the topic of today’s Podcast.

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Biden Pledges Nearly $3 Billion To Ukraine In Largest U.S. Military Aid Package Yet
U.S. President Joe Biden has announced nearly $3 billion in new U.S. military aid for Kyiv as Ukraine marked its independence day six months after Russia invaded the country.

US carries out airstrikes on Iran-backed forces in Syria
The US military on Tuesday carried out a series of airstrikes on Iran-backed forces in Syria, emphasizing these were conducted solely to protect American troops in the region and not to escalate tensions, the Washington Examiner reports.

UN General Assembly moves closer to adopting resolution declaring abortion a ‘human right’
Delegates at the United Nations General Assembly are finalizing negotiations on a resolution that would require all U.N. agencies to declare abortion a human right, reportedly due to pressure from the European Union and the Biden administration.
Drought inflicting ‘severe impacts’ on EU energy production, as Putin tightens squeeze on gas – August 23, 2022
Nuclear deal moves closer as US says Iran has ‘finally crossed the Rubicon’ – August 23, 2022
Iran suffers another blow as IRGC officer killed in Syria – August 23, 2022
Russia Blames Ukraine For Killing Putin Ally’s Daughter – August 22, 2022
US buys massive shipment of Ukrainian grain for poor countries, other rich countries must follow suit, says WFP chief – August 22, 2022
Ukraine Suspected Of Drone Attack In Crimea – August 22, 2022
Iran must answer to IAEA probe, US says – August 22, 2022

Israeli warplanes entered Iranian airspace undetected
Israeli fighter planes have entered Iran’s airspace multiple times in recent months without being detected by either Iranian or Russian radar, the Jerusalem Post reports. The news that Israeli Air Force F-35 stealth planes had penetrated Iranian airspace in the last two months was reported by the Saudi media outlet Elaph.

Lavrov condemns ‘dangerous’ Israeli strikes in Syria, as relations with Russia sour
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on Tuesday condemned “dangerous” Israeli missile strikes in Syria, underscoring the growing chill in Moscow-Jerusalem relations, which have been increasingly strained since Russia invaded Ukraine.
Gantz heads to US, vowing Israel will do ‘everything it can’ to sway Iran deal – August 23, 2022
Gantz cites parts of Jerusalem as ‘possible’ Palestinian capital – August 22, 2022
Hezbollah Attack on Israel Gas Field May Spark War With Lebanon, Israel’s Defense Head Warns – August 22, 2022
As deal looms, Lapid tells Macron Israel ‘will do everything’ to avert nuclear Iran – August 22, 2022

Biden announces cancellation of student debt
President Biden responded to pressure from progressives on Wednesday by canceling $10,000 in student debt for borrowers who earn less than $125,000 per year and $20,000 in debt for those who received Pell Grants.

California county saw 70% of criminal suspects released on $0 bail commit new crimes: DA
A California district attorney has found that more than 70% of criminal suspects released on $0 bail between 2020 and 2021 in his county committed new crimes.
‘Once in a Thousand Years’: Dallas Deluged by Massive Rainfall, Flooding – August 23, 2022
Nearly 2 million students have left public schools since 2020: report – August 23, 2022
US new home sales plunge for sixth straight month to lowest level since 2016 – August 23, 2022
America’s Top Doctor Fauci Resigns After Controversies – August 22, 2022
Judge Reinhart formally rejects DOJ argument to keep Trump affidavit sealed, calls raid ‘unprecedented’ – August 22, 2022
Durham loses key prosecutor in case against source of anti-Trump dossier as trial looms – August 22, 2022
‘In God We Trust’: Texas Law Requiring Public Schools Display National Motto Draws Backlash – August 22, 2022
Church in Afghanistan is growing amid harsh conditions

The house church movement in Afghanistan is slowly growing, despite a surrounding environment of brutal tribalism and Islamic extremist violence that forces evangelism and worship to be carried out in secret, Voice of the Martyrs (VOM) reports.

China: House churches raided, leaders taken away
Chinese authorities raided four house churches this month, taking their leaders away for questioning on false allegations, International Christian Concern (ICC) reports.

Nigeria: Secular High Court upholds death penalty for blasphemy
In a move that has caused severe consternation among rights groups, the secular High Court in Nigeria’s Kano state has upheld a recent death sentence given by a Sharia court to a man accused of blasphemy, International Christian Concern (ICC) reports. Controversially, Kano is one of 12 northern Nigerian states whose legal system operates under both the secular Nigerian penal code and the Islamic Sharia law.
Young Children Of Late Deacon Killed In Sudan – August 24, 2022
DRC: 17 Christians murdered by Islamic State-affiliated terrorists – August 24, 2022
Pakistan: Couple escape to Europe after years on death row for blasphemy – August 24, 2022
Evangelist Burnt To Death In India – August 23, 2022
China: Evangelical pastor sentenced to imprisonment for holding worship services – August 23, 2022
31 United Methodist conservative churches want to leave denomination immediately over LGBTQ issues – August 23, 2022
Conservatives split from Australian Anglican church over LGBTQ issues – August 22, 2022

China’s Military Moves To Taiwan After Pelosi Visit
The Speaker of the United States House of Representatives, Nancy Pelosi, has left Taiwan after a visit that angered China and prompted a military response.

Britain’s Central Bank Announces Biggest Rate Hike In 27 Years; Warns Of Recession
The Bank of England (BoE) raised interest rates by the most in 27 years on Thursday and warned a prolonged recession is on its way.

US Senate gives overwhelming approval to Finland/Sweden NATO applications
The US Senate on Wednesday voted 95-1 in overwhelming approval of the applications by Sweden and Finland to join the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), Axios reports. NATO was established in 1949 by 12 countries, including the US, Canada, Italy, and France, to provide collective security against the Soviet Union.
Explosions In Ukraine As Concerns Mount Over Suffering Civilians – August 4, 2022
Iran has installed three IR-6 centrifuges at enrichment plant – August 4, 2022
U.S. to sell Patriot missiles to Saudi Arabia in deal worth $3 billion – August 3, 2022
U.S. State Department Posts ‘Worldwide Caution’ Warning to Travelers Following Death of Bin Laden’s Successor – August 3, 2022
Iran, US, EU envoys heading to Vienna as nuclear talks expected to resume – August 3, 2022
Iceland: Volcano erupts near key Keflavik airport – August 3, 2022
Putin: NATO Expansion, US Oceans Policy Are Top Threats to Russia’s Security – August 2, 2022

Israel: Archaeologists begin dig where Biblical Joshua is believed to be buried
Israeli archaeologists have begun excavating a site in the West Bank that is believed to be where the Biblical Joshua lived and was buried, the Jerusalem Post reports. Known as Khirbet Tibnah, the excavation site is located in southwest Samaria and is believed to have been inhabited from the Bronze Age until the beginning of the Ottoman rule.

Joint Israeli-Italian F-35 drill signifies key milestone in IAF’s international cooperation
The “Lightning Shield” international exercise involving F-35s from the Israeli and Italian air forces, held in late July in Israel, marked a significant moment in Israel’s military cooperation with partners, an IAF source has said.
Top Islamic Jihad official threatens to attack center of Israel – August 3, 2022
US Army ‘Successfully’ Tests Israel’s Iron Dome in Live Fire Interception – August 2, 2022
Lapid to hold security meeting following arrest of Islamic Jihad leader – August 2, 2022
In apparent warning to Iran, PM says Israel has ‘other capabilities’ – August 1, 2022

Biden Signs Pro-Abortion Executive Order, Defying Church
U.S. President Joe Biden signed a new executive order on Wednesday that he said aims “to protect access to reproductive healthcare” after the U.S. Supreme Court struck down the constitutional right to abortion.

Abortion Victory in Kansas Stuns Pro-Lifers, Sparks Fears of Abortion Haven
It was a surprise setback for the pro-life movement in Kansas. Voters in the state rejected a ballot measure Tuesday that would have allowed the GOP-controlled legislature to tighten restrictions on abortion or ban it outright.
Household debt exceeds $16 trillion in second quarter of 2022 – August 3, 2022
Christian Flag to be Raised at Boston City Hall Wednesday Following Supreme Court First Amendment Ruling – August 3, 2022
Senate votes to let Sweden, Finland join NATO – August 3, 2022
President Biden signs executive order to collect data, cover travel expenses for women seeking abortions – August 3, 2022
Growing Number of California Cities Declare Monkeypox an ‘Emergency’ – August 3, 2022
Company to pay millions to employees over denying religious exemptions to COVID-19 shots – August 2, 2022

Nigeria: Four children among seven Christians murdered
As the slaughter of Christians in Nigeria continues, four children were among seven Christians murdered by suspected Fulani jihadists in Nigeria’s Plateau state on Sunday, Morning Star News (MSN) reports. Nigeria ranked number one in the world last year for Christians murdered by Islamic terrorists on account of their faith.
Fulani militants and other Muslim extremists have murdered six pastors and kidnapped 27 congregants from Nigeria’s Evangelical Church Winning All this year alone, International Christian Concern (ICC) reports.

Florida Christian school sues Biden administration of same-sex marriage stance
A Christian school in Florida is suing the Biden administration after being told it may lose federal funding for its school lunch program if it continues to publicly insist that marriage is only legitimate between one man and one woman, Christian Headlines (CH) reports.
US: Catholic school entitled to fire employee who entered same-sex marriage, appeals court rules – August 2, 2022
Christian university sues Washington state to preserve anti-LGBTQ hiring practices – August 2, 2022
China: Jailed Christian pastor awaits sentencing for holding worship service – August 2, 2022
Burkina Faso: Christians increasingly harassed by Islamic extremists – August 2, 2022
Vietnam Christians face severe persecution – August 1, 2022
Syria: Two killed in terrorist attack on church – August 1, 2022
Nepal: Pastor sentenced to a year in jail for alleged forced conversions – August 1, 2022
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