Janet Mefferd Today

Many empires have risen and fallen, yet the average length of a nation's greatness has only been 250 years. What should that tell us about the future of the United States? Nationally syndicated columnist Cal Thomas joins me to talk about it and his book, "America's Expiration Date." Plus: I'll give you my thoughts on the March for Life and the reaction to the historic appearance of President Trump. That and more on Monday's JANET MEFFERD TODAY.

Many people over the years have referred to America as a miracle - a nation guided by Divine Providence. But what are some of the individual miracles that have helped shape our great nation along the way? Author and historian William J. Federer joins Janet to talk about it and his book, "Miracles in American History, Vol. 2: Amazing Faith that Shaped a Nation." Plus: Katy Faust, founder of the children's rights organization Them Before Us, explains why Washington state lawmakers care more about females in business than they do about females in the home. That and more on Friday's JANET MEFFERD TODAY.

Why is Europe turning a blind eye to the overwhelming reason for the continent's ever-growing and deadly antisemitism: the religion of Islam? I'll talk it over with Islamic scholar Dr. Andrew Bostom, author of "The Legacy of Islamic Antisemitism." Plus: White evangelicals continue to take a media beating for widely opposing more refugee resettlement. I'll show you why the opposition makes complete sense. That and more on Thursday's JANET MEFFERD TODAY.

On this Roe v. Wade decision anniversary, there is still much work to do to save human lives, and the Susan B. Anthony List has some big plans to help get out the pro-life vote. We'll get the latest from national spokeswoman Mallory Quigley. Plus: How should Christian parents respond when their child announces, "I'm gay?" Pastoral counselor Joe Dallas discusses that and other cultural challenges we face in a post-Obergefell world. That and more on Wednesday's JANET MEFFERD TODAY.

America is more divided today than perhaps ever before. Could it be time for a national breakup? Frank Buckley, foundation professor at George Mason University's Scalia School of Law, joins me to talk about it and his book, "American Secession." Plus: Why won't Democrats support moves to protect children from sex-change surgeries or to protect women from competing against gender-confused men in sports? We'll discuss that and more on Tuesday's JANET MEFFERD TODAY.

What happens when a Christian neurosurgeon gains a personal perspective on death and what it means to trust God? Dr. W. Lee Warren tells his story from his new book, "I've Seen the End of You: A Neurosurgeon's Look at Faith, Doubt and the Things We Think We Know." Plus: Where are the worst countries for Christians? We'll talk about the latest World Watch List from Open Doors USA on Monday's JANET MEFFERD TODAY.

Our culture saturates our daughters with unhealthy role models, misleads them on issues like sexual activity and even wants them to question their "gender." What's a parent to do? Dr. Meg Meeker associate professor of medicine at the Michigan State University College of Human Medicine, joins me to talk about it and her book, "Raising a Strong Daughter in a Toxic Culture." Plus: Ryan Lokkesmoe, lead pastor of Real Hope community Church, discusses his book, "Small Groups Made Easy." That and more on Friday's JANET MEFFERD TODAY.

How can we understand our union with Christ on a much deeper level? I'll talk it over with Brian Hedges, lead pastor of Fulkerson Park Baptist Church in Michigan, as we talk about his book, "With Jesus: Finding Your Place in the Story of Christ." Plus: Kristin Tate from The Hill shows just how much you're rendering to Caesar in hidden taxes. Her book is called, "How Do I Tax Thee?" That's next time on Thursday's JANET MEFFERD TODAY.

The culture of death has made great gains in recent years. So how can Christians make a solid argument for life-giving alternatives to assisted suicide? Joni Eareckson Tada joins me to talk about her book, "When is it Right to Die?" Plus: How do you tame your child's tongue? Ginger Hubbard stops by to discuss it and her book, "I Can't Believe You Just Said That." That and more on Wednesday's JANET MEFFERD TODAY.

How do we respond to a skeptic who claims Christianity is a myth? I'll talk it over with Dr. Michael Foley from Baylor University. His book is called, "The Politically Incorrect Guide to Christianity." Plus: Andy McQuitty, senior pastor of Irving Bible Church in Texas, discusses his book, "The Way to Brave: Leading with Courage Against Today's Culture Wars." That's on Tuesday's on JANET MEFFERD TODAY

The Lord Jesus told His disciples, "Everything written about Me in the Law of Moses, the Prophets, and the Psalms must be fulfilled." But what all was written in the Old Testament about our Savior, centuries before His birth, that foretold even the smallest details about the promised Messiah? Dr. Michael Rydelnik, professor of Jewish Studies and Bible at Moody Bible Institute, joins me to discuss, "The Moody Handbook of Messianic Prophecy." Don't miss the Monday edition of JANET MEFFERD TODAY.

What can we do to help shape our teenagers to love the Lord and live lives that honor Him? I'll talk about it with teen culture expert Jeffrey Dean, author of: "Raising Successful Teens: How to Help Your Child Honor God and Live Wisely." Plus: NeverTrumpers are trying to sway evangelicals to turn on the president with a new video. We'll talk about it on Friday's JANET MEFFERD TODAY.

The Book of Revelation can be an intimidating read, yet its prophecy and practical truths are important to understand. Todd Hampson helps guide us as we talk about his book, "The Non-Prophet's Guide to the Book of Revelation." Plus: Pastor Jonathan Landry Cruse discusses what it means to be in Christ. We'll discuss his book, "The Christian's True Identity." That's next time on the Thursday edition of JANET MEFFERD TODAY.

The United Methodist Church has announced a new proposal to split the denomination over so-called LGBTQ rights. But have the pro-homosexual liberals just signed their own denominational death warrant? We'll talk about it. Plus: Noah Brandt from Americans United for Life discusses some of the biggest pro-life victories of 2019 and offers a preview of big victories that await us in 2020. That and more on Wednesday's JANET MEFFERD TODAY.

A showdown is looming in Virginia over gun rights, as Democrat lawmakers prepare to strip away citizens' freedoms and a majority of counties say they won't comply. Where is the battle headed in the bigger fight for the Second Amendment? Alan Gottlieb, founder of the Second Amendment Foundation, joins me. Plus: A Hollywood actress raised in a Christian home celebrates abortion at the Golden Globes. I'll give you my take. That and more next time on Tuesday's JANET MEFFERD TODAY.