Janet Mefferd Today

Dr. Russell Moore, the head of the Southern Baptist Convention’s Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission, is facing a growing backlash from prominent conservative Southern Baptist leaders over his criticisms of Trump backers and political conservatives over the past three years. What will happen next? We’ll talk about it. Plus: Dr. Jim Denison of the Denison Forum weighs in on “Atheists vs. Christmas.” That and more on Wednesday’s JANET MEFFERD TODAY.

If we didn't need a cross, we wouldn't have needed a manger. How can we better understand the beginnings of the babe born in Bethlehem so we can better understand His sacrifice for sin and His resurrection? Stu Epperson Jr. joins Janet to talk about it and his book, "First Words of Jesus: From the Cradle to the Cross." Plus: As Donald Trump prepares for his inauguration, pro-lifers are preparing for more victories in the fight for the unborn. What can we learn from the case of abortionist butcher Dr. Kermit Gosnell to propel us forward? I'll talk it over with David Altrogge, director of the award-winning documentary about Gosnell and his House of Horrors, called "3801 Lancaster: American Tragedy." That and more on the Tuesday edition of JANET MEFFERD TODAY.

Some evangelical leaders are exploring the idea of supporting non-discrimination laws that codify rights for both the religious and the LGBT communities. But a group of more than 75 religious leaders have now released a statement, objecting to any compromise on religious freedom. J.C. Derrick, Washington Bureau chief for WORLD magazine, joins Janet to explain the controversy over the “Fairness for All” approach. Plus: the Parents Television Council’s Tim Winter outlines some of the best Christmas programs on TV this season. That and more on the Monday edition of JANET MEFFERD TODAY.

We live in a fallen world, and sometimes that means heartbreak or dashed hopes. But how can our understanding of God's sovereignty and a future in heaven put our earthly trials into perspective? I'll talk about it with Ken Boa, president of Reflections Ministires. His book is called: "Rewriting Your Broken Story: The Power of an Eternal Perspective." Plus: Another Muslim hate crime hoax comes to light! That and more on the Friday edition of JANET MEFFERD TODAY.

President-elect Trump has picked Oklahoma Attorney Gen. Scott Pruitt to be head of the Environmental Protection Agency. But will Pruitt's willingness to see the global warming debate as far from settled derail his confirmation? We'll talk about it with Dr. James Wanliss from the Cornwall Alliance for the Stewardship of Creation. Plus: Why Rex Tillerson as secretary of state may be a great thing for the abortion and LGBT agendas. That's next time on Thursday’s JANET MEFFERD TODAY.

Some call them crony capitalists or fat cats. They're the powerful special interests using government power for private benefit. What would the Founders have said about the growth of these interests in America? Dick Carpenter joins me to talk about it and his book, "Bottleneckers." Plus: More Christians are losing their jobs for their faith. We'll talk about that and more on Wednesday’s JANET MEFFERD TODAY.

Spiritually barren New England was once thriving with biblical truth. Will God spiritually awaken the place where He has sent great revivals before? Nate Pickowicz, pastor/planter of Harvest Bible Church in Gilmanton Iron Works, New Hampshire, joins me to talk about it and his book, "Reviving New England." Plus: The Media Research Center's Dan Gainor talks about the power of Donald Trump the Tweeter. That and more on Tuesday’s JANET MEFFERD TODAY.

Atheists and skeptics falsely claim that Adolf Hitler was a Christian, based on certain remarks and speeches by the leader of the Third Reich. But what was his religion, really? Dr. Richard Weikart joins me to discuss it and his book, "Hitler's Religion." Plus: What are the roots of religious violence, particularly in Islam? Robert Michael Hicks will talk about it and his book, "Few Call it War." That's next time on Monday’s JANET MEFFERD TODAY.

Another Christian business owner faces huge penalties for refusing to materially participate in a same-sex union. So why was his case decided by homosexual activists? Laurie Higgins from the Illinois Family Institute will fill us in. Plus: Why is a Muslim Brotherhood front group training American airport screeners? We'll talk about that and more on Friday’s JANET MEFFERD TODAY.

Many today believe all religions are basically the same. But a look at the first three centuries shows how the distinctiveness of Christianity caused it to uniquely thrive amid the gods of polytheistic Rome. Dr. Larry Hurtado, emeritus professor of New Testament Language, Literature and Theology at the University of Edinburgh, joins Janet to talk about it and his book, "Destroyer of the Gods." That and more on Thursday’s JANET MEFFERD TODAY.

12-7-16 - The largest homosexual lobby group in America is out with its latest list of companies and how LGBT-correct they are. And you won't believe which companies got perfect scores this year. Peter LaBarbera, president of Americans for Truth about Homosexuality, will fill us in and offer tips on how to shop in a pro-family-friendly way this Christmas. Plus: What are some of the most important immigration priorities that the incoming Trump Administration needs to adopt? Ira Mehlman, media director for the Federation for American Immigration Reform, stops by to talk about it. That and more on Wednesday’s JANET MEFFERD TODAY.

Christians often debate the merits or necessity of sending their children to public schools. But attorney Kevin Novak, founder of the Deconstructing the Coliseum ministry, believes the public schools should be abolished altogether. He’ll share his biblical reasons for it as we discuss his book, “Abolition.” That and more on Tuesday’s JANET MEFFERD TODAY.

What are some of the most-asked questions about the Genesis Flood and Noah’s Ark, and how can we answer them from both a biblical and a scientific perspective? And why do the answers matter so much as we defend the Word of God to an unbelieving world? Bodie Hodge from Answers in Genesis joins me to talk about it as we discuss his book, "A Flood of Evidence." That and more on Monday’s JANET MEFFERD TODAY.

The Book of Colossians has a lot to say on why Jesus Christ alone is enough for the Christian. We'll explore why Jesus is everything we need with Brian Hedges, author of "Christ All Sufficient." Plus: The pro-LGBT Left is targeting Christian TV hosts again, but has it actually backfired this time? We'll talk about that and more on Friday’s JANET MEFFERD TODAY.

That little baby in the manger grew into a King on a cross, the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world. Max Lucado joins me to explain why Christmas is all about Jesus as we discuss his book, "Because of Bethlehem." Plus: A new survey shows the more people believe in evolution, the less likely they are to believe in God. Dr. John West from the Discovery Institute stops by to tell us more on the Thursday edition of JANET MEFFERD TODAY.