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A member of Finland's parliament who has faced a years-long legal battle for sharing a Bible verse on social media is refusing to back down from her freedom fight.
Päivi Räsänen told "Higher Ground With Billy Hallowell" her legal battle began more than five years ago when she challenged Finland's main religious body, the Evangelical Lutheran Church, questioning why it had "decided to support, financially and publicly" a local Pride parade.
"It was a disappointment and even shock to me and many others," she said. "Many of my friends decided to resign the church, and I was also praying ... 'What should I do now?' I was very worried about this very public statement of the leadership of the church because I was worried that it will undermine people's trust on Bible and its authority."
Ms. Räsänen decided to take to Twitter to share text from Romans 1, where the Apostle Paul addresses sexual ethics. She added a question to church leadership about their position in support of Pride.
"After that, some citizen made a criminal complaint and the police started to investigate the case," Ms. Räsänen continued. "At the beginning, I didn't believe it. I just read it from the newspaper that police [had] started to investigate the case and I phoned to the policeman and he said, 'Yes, we are investigating it.'"
Now, she faces a major trial over her religious expression. Listen to Ms. Räsänen share the full story.
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“Every kingdom divided against itself will be ruined, and every city or household divided against itself will not stand.”
Jesus’ timely words are recorded in the Gospel of Matthew and have been invoked by many for millenniums seeking to make the point that intense division can lead to the dissolution of our most beloved relationships and institutions.
Considering the chaos of today's election, here are five prayers that will save our nation and help us survive.
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Pastor Allen Jackson of World Outreach Church in Nashville, Tennessee, is on a prayer-filled mission to ask God to bless America. Jackson explains why he believes millions of churchgoers don't plan to vote, why it matters, and why he believes Christians must engage in politics and culture.
He also has advice for what to do if your chosen candidate loses on election day. Listen to Jackson join Billy Hallowell to break it all down.
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Description: Jenn Nizza was a psychic medium who was paid to predict the future – and Halloween was the busiest night of the year for her. Now, as a Christian, she shares her experience to warn others about the glorification of evil and the dangers of the demonic. Listen to her story on this week's The Washington Times' Higher Ground with Billy Hallowell.
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Brandon Showalter is the host of “The Generation Indoctrination: Inside the Transgender Battle” documentary podcast from The Christian Post. He has spent years revealing the “growing and metastasizing transgender craze in America” and his reporting works to expose “one of the worst medical scandals of our time.” Listen as Mr. Showalter breaks down what to expect from Season 4 of his podcast documentary with The Washington Times Higher Ground’s Billy Hallowell.
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With so much chaos, furor, and dysfunction in culture, entertainment has unsurprisingly become more depraved and disconnected from morality. Yet, new companies continue to emerge aimed at inspiring families and instilling faith and biblical ethics.
Entertainment industry veterans Monty Hobbs and Valerie Smaldone have jumped into the inspirational space with their new company Just Do GOOD Entertainment, a content creation company that seeks to entertain, inspire, and become motivated to do good.
Their new show "Divine Renovation," hosted by Erik Estrada, is just one such project.
Listen to Mr. Hobbs and Ms. Smaldone break down their mission and why they're hoping to help transform Hollywood content.
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In this episode of Higher Ground, Billy Hallowell sits down with Pastor Jesse Bradley from Grace Community Church in Washington State. They dive into the role of faith in today’s chaotic political climate, exploring why it’s essential for believers to engage thoughtfully and prayerfully with current events — especially amid dark times. Jesse shares his insight on the balance between spiritual convictions and civic responsibilities, reminding listeners of the importance of praying for all leaders—whether or not they align with our beliefs.
The discussion also takes a personal turn, as Mr. Bradley opens up about the struggles facing the church today. From navigating the political spectrum to facing cultural confusion, he offers guidance on finding clarity in Scripture and using it as the foundation for decision-making, especially during elections and chaotic times. This conversation will inspire you to ask, “What does God want for my vote?”
Beyond politics, Mr. Bradley explores the real-life challenges plaguing society—from the rise in mental health struggles to societal shifts that often leave the church feeling isolated. He emphasizes the need for a grassroots, Gospel-centered approach, sharing practical ways his church is working to reach people where they are, including innovative ministries like Drive Thru Prayer and JustChooseHope.org.
They discuss how, in dark times, a little light can go a long way. Jesse shares powerful stories from Seattle, highlighting how small acts of hope can transform lives and communities. He calls on Christians everywhere to rise above the fray, spread hope, and become part of the solution, living out the true calling of faith in every facet of life.
So, tune in for a stirring conversation that will challenge you to think deeper, pray harder, and act bolder.
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For KING + COUNTRY is undoubtedly one of the most popular inspirational bands of the modern era, with lead singers — and brothers — Joel and Luke Smallbone entertaining the masses through music, movies, and live tour experiences.
The duo most recently saw their family's incredible journey conveyed through the major motion picture "Unsung Hero," which was released earlier this year. Months later, they're now traveling across America on the 31-city "For KING + COUNTRY LIVE: The UNSUNG HERO 2024 Tour," performing music from the film and offering faith-inspiring messages to audiences.
The Smallbones' work is a fusion of art, faith, encouragement, innovation, and grit.
Joel Smallbone told "Higher Ground With Billy Hallowell" that he and Luke are "trying to create awe-inspiring environments" through their music and performances.
And it's not lost on him that For KING + COUNTRY is bringing out these messages of hope during a "very tumultuous time for this country." It's a responsibility and honor Smallbone doesn't take lightly.
"We get to pull people into a room that vote, think, look, act different from one another — different beliefs, different points of view, and yet we can come together for two and a half hours and have this ... emotional, relational, spiritual moment together," he said. "I'm really proud of it, and I think that's part of the deep purpose of it."
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"I don’t feel like I live in America."
That's how actor Scott Baio talks about the anti-God "creep" he sees seeping into American culture. He discuss that, voting, cancel culture and his latest film, "God’s Not Dead: In God We Trust."
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Did former President Donald Trump really lose the debate? Plus: pro-choice activists get prison time for attacks on pro-life pregnancy resource centers. Journalists Jesse Jackson (Church Leaders), Valerie Richardson (Washington Times) and Billy Hallowell break it all down.
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Tuesday's presidential debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump could transform the entire race. Plus: what do the polls currently say? That and more on today's show.
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What's next for Vice President Kamala Harris, former president Donald Trump and the 2024 presidential showdown? The Washington Times' Cheryl Chumley joins Billy Hallowell to break it all down.
Plus, Ms. Chumley discusses her first fiction novel "Chloe: Book One of Chloe's People: A Novel."
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Joshua Broome once had it all. Fame, money, acclaim. But he was rudderless, depressed — and ready to end his life. After abandoning the adult film industry, Mr. Broome went on a quest to find meaning. He discovered Jesus, is now a preacher, and has a powerful message for everyone about the lies plaguing our culture.
Check out his book, "7 Lies That Will Ruin Your Life: What My Journey from Porn Star to Preacher Taught Me About the Truth That Sets Us Free."
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Granger Smith was a rising country music star when his son, River, drowned in 2019 and the trajectory of his life changed forever. It started with an uneasiness when Mr. Smith realized God was calling him to do something more.
In the end, Mr. Smith ended up leaving music for ministry. Listen to him tell his story and share details about his new children’s book “Up Toward the Light” with Billy Hallowell on this week’s episode of "Higher Ground."
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Kevin Singer, co-director of Neighborly Faith, joins "Higher Ground With Billy Hallowell" to deliver some statistics and facts around the contentious issue of Christian nationalism that might shock you.
"What we found in our study is those who are classified as Christian nationalists are ... also the most likely to be religious, to attend religious services, to pray daily, to fast, to be in worship services every week," Singer said.
And that only scratches the surface, as his data dismantles some of the common claims being circulated about Christian nationalism. Listen for the full story.
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Dr. Ben Carson has been a lot of things — a renowned surgeon, a presidential candidate, a government official, to name just a few of his key roles. Mr. Carson joins us to discuss his latest book, his passion for America, and what he believes people must understand to help bring the nation back on course.
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Is Vice President Kamala Harris anti-Christian? Catholic leaders are issuing dire warnings and citing past behavior to reveal why they believe Ms. Harris exhibited bigotry and could pose a problem for religious liberty.
The Washington Times' Valerie Richardson joins Billy Hallowell to break it all down. Read more here.
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Pastor Corey Brooks, known as the "Rooftop Pastor" for his incredible efforts to raise millions of dollars for the creation of a Chicago community center by living atop a building for nearly one year, is a well-known community leader.
Mr. Brooks joins "Higher Ground With Billy Hallowell" to discuss why he's now speaking out once again about politics despite in the past facing death threats and chaos. Listen to him explain why he won't back down — and why he believes people must reject the "victimhood mentality."
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Imagine for a moment a dystopian America where Bibles are banned and Christianity is vanquished. That's the plotline for "Disciples in the Moonlight," a new action-packed film that explores what would happen if persecution were to run rampant throughout America.
"In the not-too-distant future, the United States has banned the Bible for its 'offensiveness' and replaced it with a government-approved version," a description reads. "A small group of Christians are recruited to smuggle God’s Word to underground churches throughout the Midwest. With a ruthless federal agent in hot pursuit, the believers must choose between following the law or honoring and trusting God."Stars Brett Varvel, Drew Varvel and Josh Strychalski join Billy Hallowell to explore "Disciples in the Moonlight" and reveal the real-life miracles they believe made it a reality.
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As the debate over parental rights forges on, California Gov. Gavin Newsom will soon have to decide whether to sign a new bill with sweeping ramifications.
"California schools would be banned from telling parents about their children’s gender transition under a bill headed to the desk of Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom," The Washington Times Valerie Richardson writes. "Assembly Bill 1955 would prohibit school staffers and volunteers from informing parents about their child’s 'sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression' without the student’s consent, seeking to thwart parental notification policies passed by local school boards."
This Democratic-led legislation comes as at least 10 school districts in the state began mandating that schools tell parents if and when children decide they want to socially transition.
Richardson joins Billy Hallowell to break down the story — and why it matters.
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