Franklin Graham on End Times, Ashley Tankard on Overcoming Fear, and Joel Penton on Bible Education Lawsuit

Franklin Graham's Call to Prayer and Repentance

• 🌍 Franklin Graham calls for a national day of prayer and repentance, citing the world's apparent "implosion" and the need to turn from sins.
• 🙏 He emphasizes that God hears prayer and encourages people to pray for leaders and those suffering globally, urging faith and trust in Jesus Christ.
• ⏳ Graham believes the world is in the "last days," urging readiness for Christ's return, but cautions against expecting a great revival, instead foreseeing worsening conditions.
• 💔 He highlights the sins of the nation, including same-sex marriage and abortion, asking for God's forgiveness.

Ashley Tankard's Deliverance from Fear

• 🕊️ Singer Ashley Tankard shares her testimony of overcoming crippling fear and anxiety, diagnosed at age 17.
• 💡 A conversation with a friend revealed fear and anxiety as a "spirit that comes from the enemy," sparking a turning point.
• 🙌 After receiving prayer at church and a personal declaration against the enemy, Tankard experienced complete freedom from fear and anxiety.
• 📖 Her book, "Fear Didn't Win," aims to show others they are not alone and that they have power over the enemy through Jesus.

Joel Penton and Lifewise Academy's Legal Battle

• 🏫 Joel Penton, CEO of Lifewise Academy, discusses a legal battle in Everett, Washington, over their program providing Bible education to public school students during school hours.
• 🚫 Lifewise was subjected to discriminatory rules, including being barred from school events and requiring weekly permission slips from parents, unlike other student groups.
• ⚖️ Lifewise is suing for non-discriminatory access to the program, emphasizing that families should have access without being targeted.
• 🏛️ Penton notes that while opposition to teaching the Bible is common, this level of discrimination is rare, referencing a past case in Ohio where state legislature intervened.