Current Events Archives

Statement on the nomination of Judge Neil Gorsuch to be an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court

This is the statement I sent to the media tonight. -J.D.

Jim Daly statement on the nomination of Judge Neil Gorsuch to be an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court

I am greatly encouraged by the President’s nomination of Judge Neil Gorsuch to fill the vacancy on the U.S. Supreme Court created by the untimely death of Justice Antonin Scalia last year. President Trump included Judge Gorsuch on his list of potential justices during his campaign, and he kept his promise to choose a candidate from that list.

Topics: Current Events Tags: news, policy, pro-life, religious liberty January 31, 2017 by Jim Daly with Paul Batura

Today We #MarchforLife

I want to share a few pictures from today’s March for Life. I know many of you would love to be here with us, but can’t make the trip to Washington, D.C., so I wanted to bring the march to you. Isn’t beautiful to see the smiling faces of so many people marching for life?

Topics: Current Events Tags: news, pro-life January 27, 2017 by Jim Daly with Paul Batura

The Atlantic Denies Science, Says Ultrasounds “Push” Idea Fetus is a Person

It’s pretty incredible how far some people will go to deny the humanity and life inside the womb.

Take yesterday’s article in The Atlantic as an example.

Originally titled, “How the Ultrasound Pushed the Idea That a Fetus Is a Person,” Moira Weigel, the author of the piece, twisted herself into a metaphorical pretzel trying to prove that the ultrasound doesn’t prove a preborn baby isn’t … human? Isn’t alive? The piece was so convoluted I’m still not entirely sure what I read.

Topics: Current Events Tags: events, news, pro-life January 25, 2017 by Jim Daly with Paul Batura

Texas Asks Churches to Help Foster Kids

The foster care system in Texas is tapped out, and it’s causing children to linger “in the system” for years.

The shortage of available homes is putting children at serious risk. One district judge said that “rape, abuse, psychotropic medication and instability are the norm” for the 12,000 foster children who are in Child Protective Services (CPS) custody for at least a year.

Things are so bad that CPS workers are spending the night in offices or motels with dozens of “children without placements” for multiple nights.

Topics: Current Events Tags: adoption, news January 19, 2017 by Jim Daly with Paul Batura

Will President Trump Deliver on His Pro-Life Promises?

We’re two days away from the presidential inauguration, and Washington, D.C. is gearing up for the big event.

Tim Goeglein, who represents Focus on the Family in Washington and who works from an office located in the heart of our nation’s capitol, reports that the city appears ringed in an iron-clad circle of security.

It’s been interesting to read and watch the media coverage on the transition. I’m sure you’ve caught a sense of sensationalism in the reporting, stemming back from November.

Topics: Current Events Tags: news, policy, pro-life January 18, 2017 by Jim Daly with Paul Batura

How Can Christians Share God’s Truth on Sexuality in an “Anything Goes” Culture?

What’s your problem with gay marriage? Why does it bother you? How does it affect your life or marriage?

I commonly get asked questions like that in secular interviews.

How would you answer? More broadly, how should the Christian community think about sexual identity-related issues in today’s culture?

Almost two years after Obergefell vs Hodges, the landmark 2015 Supreme Court decision that redefined marriage across all 50 states, social debate continues about homosexuality and transgender issues.

Topics: Current Events Tags: faith, homosexuality January 10, 2017 by Jim Daly with Paul Batura

Celebrate “Three Kings’ Day” with a Free Adventures in Odyssey Episode

It’s back to work and school for many of us who took some much-needed time off during the Christmas season. Many of you may have even packed up your decorations until next year.

But did you know that the Christmas season traditionally runs through the feast of the Epiphany, which is celebrated on Jan. 6 or on the Sunday between Jan. 2 and 8?

The “Epiphany,” or “Three Kings Day” is especially celebrated in Spanish-speaking countries in Latin America, the Caribbean, and Spain.

Topics: Current Events Tags: family, kids, promos January 4, 2017 by Jim Daly with Paul Batura

The Horror of Aleppo: How Can Christians Help?

The news reports coming out of Aleppo, a city in northern Syria, are impossible to ignore.

Syria’s civil war has been waged in this ancient city for the past four years, marking one of the longest sieges in modern warfare. And while the details of the struggle may be difficult to understand, one thing is certain: the residents of Aleppo are paying a horrific price.

There are reports by the United Nations that Aleppo, which contains the country’s largest population of Christians, is seeing many atrocities being committed “against a large number of civilians.”

There are reports of “barrel bombs” being indiscriminately dropped from aircraft.

Topics: Current Events Tags: news, pro-life December 20, 2016 by Jim Daly with Paul Batura

This Was a Terminally Ill Boy’s Final Wish

Are we willing to take a break from our own happiness to minister to broken people, even during the holiday season?

One man did.

His name is Eric Schmitt-Matzen, and chances are you might have caught a bit of his story.

His tale happened several weeks ago, when a terminally ill young boy was nearing the end of his battle. This little 5-year-old knew he was going to miss Christmas. And he wanted to see Santa Claus.

Topics: Current Events Tags: faith, news December 14, 2016 by Jim Daly with Paul Batura

Chip Gaines Models These Four Biblical Behaviors in His Recent Tweets

If you’re a fan of home improvement shows, it’s hard not to love Chip and Joanna Gaines, the stars of the hit HGTV reality program “Fixer Upper.”

The couple has taken the television world by storm since the show first aired in 2013. And while they’re talented home renovators and savvy businesspeople, those aren’t the main reasons for their popularity.

Fans will happily tell you there’s something different about the Gaineses. They’re kind, funny, and devoted to their four young children.

Topics: Current Events Tags: faith, news, pop culture, religious liberty December 7, 2016 by Jim Daly with Paul Batura