WEEKLY NEWS SUMMARY - DECEMBER 10, 2025
In this week's Intersect, read about:
OU Student Flunked for Biblical Gender
“A Christian student at the University of Oklahoma faced academic retaliation for expressing her biblical belief in two genders. Samantha Fulnecky was initially given a zero on an assignment for citing scripture and stating that gender norms are part of God's design, sparking a national debate on religious discrimination and free speech on campus. While the university has since assigned a new professor and launched an investigation, the incident highlights the growing hostility toward Christian worldviews in higher education.” Read more at Million Voices...
THINK.
- Academic institutions are often funded by taxpayers to foster open inquiry, yet incidents like this reveal a pattern of ideological conformity that punishes dissent. We must ask if our universities are still marketplaces of ideas or if they have become factories for indoctrination.
- The Bible is clear in Genesis 1:27 regarding God's design for humanity as male and female. When believers are penalized for stating this truth, it is not just a policy violation; it is an attempt to suppress the testimony of God's creation in the public square.
- Courage is contagious. When one student stands firm against institutional pressure, it emboldens others to do the same. We must decide if we are willing to risk our social standing or grades to speak the truth in love, rather than bowing to cultural pressure.
PRAY.
Jesus, we pray for our educational institutions, that they put in place good people to steward the curriculum and policies that foster a healthy environment to learn. Give students the boldness to continue taking a stand for truth in their classrooms, and let those moments be an opportunity for planting spiritual seeds in the hearts of the youth.
ACT.
Contact the University of Oklahoma administration to respectfully express your concern over religious discrimination and demand protection for Christian students. Share Samantha’s story on social media to raise awareness about the need for academic freedom. Encouraging college students you know to stand firm in their faith, even when tested.
Fast Action: Trump Freezes 19 Danger Nations
“Following a shooting near the White House involving an Afghan national that injured two National Guard soldiers, President Trump has ordered an immediate freeze on immigration from 19 high-risk countries. The administration is reviewing all asylum cases granted since 2021 to identify potential security gaps and protect American citizens. This decisive move aims to prioritize national security and ensure that those entering the country are properly vetted.” Read more at Million Voices...
THINK.
- The government's primary responsibility, as outlined in the Constitution and Romans 13, is the protection of its citizens. Pausing immigration from high-risk areas to ensure vetting processes are effective is a prudent exercise of this duty to maintain civil order and safety.
- Biblical compassion for the sojourner does not negate the necessity of wise governance and national security. We can desire safety for our nation while still praying for the salvation and well-being of those in unstable nations. Leviticus 24:22 says, "You are to have the same law for the foreign resident and the native, because I am Yahweh your God."
- A nation without secure borders and vetted entry processes compromises its ability to be a refuge for anyone. True stewardship of our country involves making difficult decisions to preserve the stability that allows freedom to flourish.
PRAY.
Give our leaders wisdom as we navigate this very challenging issue. Help us pursue heavenly justice; the kind of justice that establishes truth and restores virtue in a nation.
ACT.
Contact your members of Congress to support thorough vetting processes for all visa and asylum applicants. Encourage your church community to pray for the safety of our military personnel and law enforcement. Stay informed about immigration policies to better advocate for measures that balance security with lawfulness.
H-1B Visa Program: Current Challenges and Reforms
“New measures are being implemented to strengthen vetting for the H-1B visa program, addressing concerns that it has strayed from its original intent of filling specialized skill gaps. Critics argue the program currently undermines American wages and jobs by allowing companies to prioritize cheaper foreign labor over qualified U.S. workers. The proposed reforms aim to restore fairness, protect American professionals, and ensure the program truly serves the national economic interest.” Read more at Million Voices...
THINK.
- Economic stewardship requires that we look after the well-being of our own community and nation first (1 Timothy 5:8). Ensuring that American workers are not unfairly displaced or undercut is a matter of justice and economic health for our families.
- Corporate greed often drives the exploitation of visa programs, treating foreign workers as cheap commodities and American workers as expendable. A righteous economy values the dignity of labor and fair wages for all, rejecting systems that pit workers against each other for profit.
- National sovereignty includes the right to determine labor policies that benefit the citizenry. Reforming visa programs is not about animosity toward foreigners, but about prioritizing the stability and prosperity of the nation we are called to steward.
PRAY.
God, I pray for a restoration of prosperity in the lives of our citizens. I ask for Your economy to shift man's economy and cause a just outcome. Give us patience and protection as we look for solutions that resonate and align with Your word.
ACT.
Write to your legislators urging them to back reforms that close loopholes in the H-1B visa program. Advocate for policies that prioritize American workers and fair wages in your local community. Engaging in conversations about the importance of ethical business practices that honor hard work here in the United States.
EU Targets Free Speech with $140M Fine
“The European Union has fined Elon Musk’s X platform $140 million, marking a significant escalation in global efforts to regulate online speech. Under the Digital Services Act, the EU claims to be fighting 'disinformation,' but critics see it as a direct attack on free expression and American values. This move signals a dangerous trend where foreign entities attempt to dictate what information American citizens can access and share.” Read more at Million Voices...
THINK.
- Free speech is not just a constitutional right; it is essential for the spread of the Gospel and the defense of truth. When governments claim the power to define "truth" and punish dissent, religious freedom is often the next casualty.
- We must be wary of globalist regulations that supersede national sovereignty. Just because this situation involves another part of the world does not make it less important to America. We live in a globally connected world now, which means things that happen in another country can happen in America.
- Censorship often operates under the guise of safety or "combating misinformation." Christians must be discerning, recognizing that silencing unpopular voices is a tool of oppression, not protection. We are called to test all things, not have them hidden from us.
PRAY.
Protect us from deception and disunity, Lord. Reveal to us ways to identify truth. Give Your people around the world the boldness to speak up in the face of tyranny. Empower Your Church around the world to take a stand for liberty in places like the EU, where it is increasingly difficult to speak up.
ACT.
Support platforms and organizations that explicitly defend free speech and resist censorship. Contact your representatives to demand protections for American companies against foreign overreach. Diverse sources of news to ensure you are not subject to information manipulation.
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