WEEKLY NEWS SUMMARY - JANUARY 21, 2026
In this week's Intersect, read about:
Abortion Ties Exposed in Christian Colleges Report
"When parents send their children to a Christian university, they expect an environment upholding biblical values and the sanctity of life. Tragically, a new report reveals that many Christian colleges are quietly partnering with the abortion industry, compromising their witness and the trust of families. One in seven Christian colleges maintained ties to the abortion industry during the 2024-2025 school year, directing students toward Planned Parenthood and other providers. This is a spiritual crisis the Church must not ignore." Read more at Million Voices...
THINK.
- God calls His people to be set apart (2 Corinthians 6:17). When Christian institutions compromise with the culture of death, they undermine the Gospel and their God-given mission to defend life. Reformers are needed across the nation to not just pursue justice for the weak, but to conserve God's values over our nation.
- This scandal is a sobering reminder: Revival must begin in God’s own house (1 Peter 4:17). If we hope to abolish abortion in America, we must first ensure our own schools are not aiding the abortion industry.
- Parents must begin praying about which educational institutions they should be sending their money to. It's imperative that we use discernment when identifying the good schools who upholds God's moral teachings.
PRAY.
Father, awaken and purify Your Church! Give courage to parents, pastors, and students to stand for life in every Christian college. Expose compromise and light a fire of conviction that drives schools back to biblical truth.
ACT.
Check if your alma mater is listed in the report. Contact administrators with a call for immediate action to cut all ties to abortion providers. Withhold support from any school that refuses to defend life. Rally your faith community to boldly demand Christ-honoring standards in Christian education.
Trump Threatens Insurrection Act Amid Minnesota Unrest
"The standoff in Minnesota between state and federal authorities has escalated into a constitutional crisis. President Trump has explicitly threatened to invoke the Insurrection Act if order is not restored. Governor Walz has mobilized the National Guard against federal agents, creating an unprecedented and volatile standoff with profound implications for law, order, and unity in America." Read more at Million Voices...
THINK.
- Romans 13 commands us to honor authorities, but when leaders war amongst themselves, chaos takes root, and the innocent suffer. Division in government is a warning light; a nation cannot stand when torn apart.
- Resorting to military action on American soil is an extraordinary and dangerous step. God calls His people to be intercessors for peace and advocates for godly order, not pawns in partisan power struggles. Armed resistance to legitimately established authority is the definition of an insurrection. The law must be active in subduing such resistance.
- The Church must be peacemakers and truth-tellers. Don’t be swept away by sensational headlines or political spin. Test every spirit. Pray, discern, and call for de-escalation and wisdom from leaders at every level. This is a moment to intercede with passion. Our states are in turmoil and not in unity. They can be, but we must pray and actively pursue that unity.
PRAY.
Lord, intervene in Minnesota! Confound every plan for violence and pour out a spirit of repentance and unity. Grant supernatural wisdom to President Trump, Governor Walz, and all officials. May peace and justice triumph in the streets.
ACT.
Reach out to your representatives and urge calm, constitutional adherence, and de-escalation. Refuse to echo divisive rhetoric. Instead, use your voice to call the Church to prayer and to demand a restoration of clarity, unity, and national purpose.
Oppression and Resistance: The Crisis in Iran
"A powerful call for freedom is rising from the streets of Iran. Young leaders like Erfan Soltani and Borna Dehghani are risking everything for liberty, facing brutal crackdowns and even death sentences at the hands of a regime determined to snuff out dissent. Tens of thousands have suffered or died, yet the Iranian people’s cry for justice rings out, challenging both the regime and the silent complicity of the watching world." Read more at Million Voices...
THINK.
- Proverbs 31:8 commands us to “Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves.” The Iranian people’s fight is our spiritual battle as well, for all people are created in God’s image and possess an unalienable right to liberty.
- The silence and hypocrisy of global organizations, like the World Economic Forum, inviting Iran’s leaders, even as their regime slaughters the innocent, should stir every believer to righteous indignation and action.
- This is not just about another nation that is struggling; it's also about those Christians who are being persecuted for their faith. We must pray for everyone involved, and for the rebuilding and restoration of Iran.
PRAY.
God of justice, let Your freedom thunder through Iran! Protect the innocent, comfort the mourners, and bring down corrupt powers. Empower believers inside and outside Iran as Gospel lights in a dark hour.
ACT.
Share the truth about Iran’s crisis, don’t let the world look away. Contact your elected officials to demand strong, principled action. Support organizations aiding persecuted Christians and victims of oppression. Pray and work until liberty rings in every nation.
Trump’s Plan to Cut Costs and Improve Healthcare
"President Donald Trump has announced his Great Healthcare Plan, describing it as a comprehensive overhaul aimed at reducing costs and improving coverage for Americans. The plan comes in response to concerns about rising premiums and complex regulations that have affected millions, with a focus on shifting more control over health decisions to patients rather than government agencies." Read more at Million Voices...
THINK.
- Healthcare is a God-given stewardship: Providing for your family’s health honors Him who made us. Christians must champion reforms that protect the vulnerable, break chains of financial oppression, and push back against systems that put profit above compassion.
- Real freedom means real choices. A just society keeps power out of the hands of bureaucrats and places it with the people, empowering individuals to make decisions about their own bodies and families.
- The Church has always led the way in caring for the sick. Are we willing to support efforts that put people first, end surprise medical billing, and ensure no one is left behind because of illness or income? Our convictions must drive us to seek true reform, not just through legal reform, but in our homes as well.
PRAY.
Lord, give our leaders wisdom and courage to enact policies that protect the vulnerable, reward honest work, and reflect Your justice. Unify lawmakers and ignite a spirit of compassion over every healthcare decision in our land.
ACT.
It’s time to move beyond contemplation and act. Call your representatives today and demand comprehensive healthcare reform that prioritizes people over profits. Support organizations advocating for fair and transparent billing practices. Speak up in your community and share stories that highlight the urgent need for change.
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