The World and Everything In It

On Legal Docket, the Supreme Court confronts a religious-freedom violation; on Moneybeat, David Bahnsen talks about the impact of the shutdown; and on History Book, the discovery of the “missing link.” Plus, the Monday morning news Support The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate Additional support comes from Boyce College—where truth comes first. Boyce College offers a Christ-centered education built on the truth of God’s Word. Every student—no matter their major—takes 30 hours of Bible and theology, learning how to think biblically, live faithfully, and lead with conviction. Formed from the 160-year legacy of Southern Seminary, Boyce College prepares students for maximum faithfulness in the world, the workplace, the church, and the family. Learn more at boycecollege.com From Ridge Haven Camp in North Carolina and Iowa. Winter Camp starts December 29th. Registration open at ridgehaven.org And from The Brainerd Institute — training pastors and equipping churches to make God’s glory visible in rural places. More at Brainerdinstitute.com

Hunter Baker sits down with Douglas Wilson to explore his rise, his controversies, and the questions Christians cannot ignore

On Culture Friday, Katie McCoy explains feminist critical theory; Max Belz reviews classic movies about the allure of fame; and on Word Play, George Grant describes our “ism” addiction. Plus, the Friday morning news Support The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate Additional support comes from Asbury University's honors program. Where rigorous academics meet deep thinking and spiritual growth. asbury.edu/honors From His Words Abiding in You, a Podcast where listeners memorize Bible verses in each episode. His Words Abiding in You, on all podcast apps. And from Cedarville University—a Christ-centered, academically rigorous university located in southwest Ohio, equipping students for Gospel impact across every career and calling. Cedarville integrates a biblical worldview into every course in the more than 175 undergraduate and graduate programs students choose from. New online undergraduate degrees through Cedarville Online offer flexible and affordable education grounded in a strong Christian community that fosters both faith and learning. Learn more at cedarville.edu, and explore online programs at cedarville.edu/online.

Debating confessional confidence, removing warnings on hormone therapies, conservatives split over anti-Semitism, and Arsenio Orteza reviews Crash Rickshaw’s Big Sir. Plus, record-breaking bagpipes, Cal Thomas on bringing order to Congress, and the Thursday morning news Support The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate Additional support comes from Cedarville University—a Christ-centered, academically rigorous university located in southwest Ohio, equipping students for Gospel impact across every career and calling. Cedarville integrates a biblical worldview into every course in the more than 175 undergraduate and graduate programs students choose from. New online undergraduate degrees through Cedarville Online offer flexible and affordable education grounded in a strong Christian community that fosters both faith and learning. Learn more at cedarville.edu, and explore online programs at cedarville.edu/online. From His Words Abiding in You, a Bible memorization podcast designed for truck drivers. His Words Abiding in You … on all podcast apps. And from Asbury University's honors program. Where rigorous academics meet deep thinking and spiritual growth. asbury.edu/honors

On Washington Wednesday, Hunter Baker reflects on what ended the government shutdown; on World Tour, news from Tanzania, Brazil, India, Pakistan, and Iran; and helping kids develop a Biblical worldview. Plus, Janie B. Cheaney on becoming a pleasing aroma to our Heavenly Father, and the Wednesday morning news Support The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate Additional support comes from Asbury University's honors program. Where rigorous academics meet deep thinking and spiritual growth. asbury.edu/honors From His Words Abiding in You, a Podcast where listeners memorize Bible verses in each episode. His Words Abiding in You, on all podcast apps. And from Cedarville University—a Christ-centered, academically rigorous university located in southwest Ohio, equipping students for Gospel impact across every career and calling. Cedarville integrates a biblical worldview into every course in the more than 175 undergraduate and graduate programs students choose from. New online undergraduate degrees through Cedarville Online offer flexible and affordable education grounded in a strong Christian community that fosters both faith and learning. Learn more at cedarville.edu, and explore online programs at cedarville.edu/online.

Religious liberty and public education, collecting travelers’ biometric data, a shutdown deal advances, and a way to keep airport runways clear. Plus, Maria Baer on doing hard things, a message in a bottle arrives after a hundred years, and the Tuesday morning news Support The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate Additional support comes from Cedarville University—a Christ-centered, academically rigorous university located in southwest Ohio, equipping students for Gospel impact across every career and calling. Cedarville integrates a biblical worldview into every course in the more than 175 undergraduate and graduate programs students choose from. New online undergraduate degrees through Cedarville Online offer flexible and affordable education grounded in a strong Christian community that fosters both faith and learning. Learn more at cedarville.edu, and explore online programs at cedarville.edu/online. From His Words Abiding in You, a Bible memorization podcast designed for truck drivers. His Words Abiding in You … on all podcast apps. And from Asbury University's honors program. Where rigorous academics meet deep thinking and spiritual growth. asbury.edu/honors

On Legal Docket, the constitutional authority of President Trump’s tariffs; on Moneybeat, New York’s experiment with socialism and the détente with China; and on History Book, the sinking of the Edmund Fitzgerald. Plus, the Monday morning news Support The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate Additional support comes from Asbury University's honors program. Where rigorous academics meet deep thinking and spiritual growth. asbury.edu/honors From His Words Abiding in You, a Podcast where listeners memorize Bible verses in each episode. His Words Abiding in You, on all podcast apps. And from Cedarville University—a Christ-centered, academically rigorous university located in southwest Ohio, equipping students for Gospel impact across every career and calling. Cedarville integrates a biblical worldview into every course in the more than 175 undergraduate and graduate programs students choose from. New online undergraduate degrees through Cedarville Online offer flexible and affordable education grounded in a strong Christian community that fosters both faith and learning. Learn more at cedarville.edu, and explore online programs at cedarville.edu/online.

WORLD's Travis Kircher interviews CCM artist Twila Paris on her lifetime of worship, songwriting, and trusting God. The World and Everything in It is made possible by the financial support of faithful listeners. Support sound journalism, grounded in facts and Biblical truth at wng.org/donate. Additional support comes from Medi-Share — Affordable, Biblical health care for Christians, built on faith and community. To learn more visit: https://medishare.com/world.

On Culture Friday, John Stonestreet tackles anti-Semitism and conservative politics; Collin Garbarino reviews Nuremberg; and Ukrainians persevere through war. Plus, the Friday morning news. Support The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate Additional support comes from Covenant College, where Christian faculty equip students for their callings through hard ideas, deep questions, and meaningful work. covenant.edu/world From Ambassadors Impact Network. Helping purpose-driven entrepreneurs explore financing options that align with their values. More at ambassadorsimpact.com And from Dordt University, Dordt University, where concept-based learning builds confident, thoughtful nurses ready to serve with wisdom and grace. dordt.edu

Trump’s push for change in Nigeria, AI protection for children, and reconsidering the “Day of the Dead.” Plus, a Hobbiton wedding crasher, Cal Thomas on food stamps, and the Thursday morning news Support The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate Additional support comes from Dordt University, Dordt University, where concept-based learning builds confident, thoughtful nurses ready to serve with wisdom and grace. dordt.edu From Ambassadors Impact Network. Helping purpose-driven entrepreneurs explore financing options that align with their values. More at ambassadorsimpact.com And from Covenant College, where Christian faculty equip students for their callings through hard ideas, deep questions, and meaningful work. covenant.edu/world

On Washington Wednesday, Hunter Baker covers the legacy of Dick Cheney and Trump’s case for military action in Nigeria; on World Tour, Sudan’s violence and mass displacement; and Twila Paris’ spiritual and musical heritage. Plus, Seth Troutt on how to interact with AI and the Wednesday morning news Support The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate Additional support comes from Covenant College, where Christian faculty equip students for their callings through hard ideas, deep questions, and meaningful work. covenant.edu/world From Ambassadors Impact Network. Helping purpose-driven entrepreneurs explore financing options that align with their values. More at ambassadorsimpact.com And from Dordt University, Dordt University, where concept-based learning builds confident, thoughtful nurses ready to serve with wisdom and grace. dordt.edu

Scaling back the refugee limit, the government stalemate, controversial candidates in Virginia, and raising independent children. Plus, Andrew Walker on true conservatives, an outrageous return policy, and the Tuesday morning news Support The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate Additional support comes from Dordt University, Dordt University, where concept-based learning builds confident, thoughtful nurses ready to serve with wisdom and grace. dordt.edu From Ambassadors Impact Network. Helping purpose-driven entrepreneurs explore financing options that align with their values. More at ambassadorsimpact.com And from Covenant College, where Christian faculty equip students for their callings through hard ideas, deep questions, and meaningful work. covenant.edu/world

Legal Docket on a dispute with the Post Office, Moneybeat on trade with China, and History Book on foundations of a free press. Plus, the Monday morning news Support The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate Additional support comes from Covenant College, where Christian faculty equip students for their callings through hard ideas, deep questions, and meaningful work. covenant.edu/world From Ambassadors Impact Network. Helping purpose-driven entrepreneurs explore financing options that align with their values. More at ambassadorsimpact.com And from Dordt University, whose online MBA and MPA programs prepare leaders for lasting impact. Dordt University. Until All Is Made New.

Culture Friday on cooling moral panics, Collin Garbarino reviews A House of Dynamite, and Listener Feedback. Plus, the Friday morning news Support The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate Additional support comes from Cedarville University—a Christ-centered, academically rigorous university located in southwest Ohio, equipping students for Gospel impact across every career and calling. Cedarville integrates a biblical worldview into every course in the more than 175 undergraduate and graduate programs students choose from. New online undergraduate degrees through Cedarville Online offer flexible and affordable education grounded in a strong Christian community that fosters both faith and learning. Learn more at cedarville.edu, and explore online programs at cedarville.edu/online From The Issues, et cetera podcast. Expert guests, Expansive topics, Extolling Christ. More at issuesetc.org And from Asbury University — where students are known, supported, and prepared to lead. Customized visits available. asbury.edu/visit

SNAP funding amid the shutdown, a Finnish lawmaker defends her Biblical views, and ranchers react to the return of wolves. Plus, Texas crowns the state’s fattest squirrel, Cal Thomas on sports gambling, and the Thursday morning news Support The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate Additional support comes from Asbury University — where students are known, supported, and prepared to lead. Customized visits available. asbury.edu/visit From The Issues, et cetera podcast. Expert guests, Expansive topics, Extolling Christ. More at issuesetc.org And from Cedarville University—a Christ-centered, academically rigorous university located in southwest Ohio, equipping students for Gospel impact across every career and calling. Cedarville integrates a biblical worldview into every course in the more than 175 undergraduate and graduate programs students choose from. New online undergraduate degrees through Cedarville Online offer flexible and affordable education grounded in a strong Christian community that fosters both faith and learning. Learn more at cedarville.edu, and explore online programs at cedarville.edu/online

Washington Wednesday on Trump’s global strategy, World Tour on Christians in Mongolia, and the return of the Mexican wolf. Plus, Jordan Ballor on the government’s crisis of responsibility, and the Wednesday morning news Support The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate Additional support comes from The Issues, et cetera podcast. Expert guests, Expansive topics, Extolling Christ. More at issuesetc.org From Asbury University — where students are known, supported, and prepared to lead. Customized visits available. asbury.edu/visit And from Cedarville University—a Christ-centered, academically rigorous university located in southwest Ohio, equipping students for Gospel impact across every career and calling. Cedarville integrates a biblical worldview into every course in the more than 175 undergraduate and graduate programs students choose from. New online undergraduate degrees through Cedarville Online offer flexible and affordable education grounded in a strong Christian community that fosters both faith and learning. Learn more at cedarville.edu, and explore online programs at cedarville.edu/online

Europe’s military buildup, presidential use of the National Guard, and a “gospel-first” approach to sidewalk counseling. Plus, Janie B. Cheaney on the cost of scoffing, bringing site to the blind, and the Tuesday morning news Support The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate Additional support comes from Cedarville University—a Christ-centered, academically rigorous university located in southwest Ohio, equipping students for Gospel impact across every career and calling. Cedarville integrates a biblical worldview into every course in the more than 175 undergraduate and graduate programs students choose from. New online undergraduate degrees through Cedarville Online offer flexible and affordable education grounded in a strong Christian community that fosters both faith and learning. Learn more at cedarville.edu, and explore online programs at cedarville.edu/online From The Issues, et cetera podcast. Expert guests, Expansive topics, Extolling Christ. More at issuesetc.org And from Asbury University — where students are known, supported, and prepared to lead. Customized visits available. asbury.edu/visit

Legal Docket on police power, double jeopardy, and attorney-client limits; Moneybeat on the tariff drama with Canada; and History Book on the deadliest modern attack against Iraqi Christians. Plus, the Monday morning news Support The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate Additional support comes from Asbury University — where students are known, supported, and prepared to lead. Customized visits available. asbury.edu/visit And from Cedarville University—a Christ-centered, academically rigorous university located in southwest Ohio, equipping students for Gospel impact across every career and calling. Cedarville integrates a biblical worldview into every course in the more than 175 undergraduate and graduate programs students choose from. New online undergraduate degrees through Cedarville Online offer flexible and affordable education grounded in a strong Christian community that fosters both faith and learning. Learn more at cedarville.edu, and explore online programs at cedarville.edu/online

On Culture Friday, John Stonestreet addresses doctrinal clarity, persecution, and the ethics of technology. Joseph Holmes reviews The Promised Land, and a museum showcases the history of the English Bible. Plus, the Friday morning news Support The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate Additional support comes from Missions Upside Down - a FREE, award-winning video series about Christian missions in the past, present, and into the future. You can find this free resource on RightNowMedia or at missionsupsidedown.com From the Peace of God Bible, inviting you to experience God's peace. With notes and devotions from Dr. Jeremiah Johnston. PeaceofGodBible.com And from Covenant College, where Christian faculty equip students for their callings through hard ideas, deep questions, and meaningful work. covenant.edu/world

John Bolton’s indictment, a school accused of aiding student abortions, and Arsenio Orteza’s review of WATIV’s latest album. Plus, DC marriage during the shutdown, Cal Thomas on presidential precedent, and the Thursday morning news Support The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate Additional support comes from Covenant College, where Christian faculty equip students for their callings through hard ideas, deep questions, and meaningful work. covenant.edu/world From Missions Upside Down - a FREE, award-winning video series about Christian missions in the past, present, and into the future. You can find this free resource on RightNowMedia or at missionsupsidedown.com And from the Peace of God Bible, inviting you to experience God's peace. With notes and devotions from Dr. Jeremiah Johnston. PeaceofGodBible.com