SNBC NEWS FOR LIFE SUNDAY APRIL 23rd, 2023

 SNBC NEWS FOR LIFE’S Broadcast was cancelled due to a special ministry gift. Please enjoy these web exclusive stories; SNBC NEWS will be back with another broadcast next week.

Dr. Charles Stanley Passes (1932-2023)

Dr. Charles Stanley passed away on April 18th. The ministry InTouch Ministries, founded by the pastor announced his passing on their website. Dr. Stanley was pastor of  First Baptist Church Atlanta for 50 years before he retired in 2020. Dr. Charles Stanley in addition to being pastor published over 70 books that sold over 10 million copies and translated in 127 languages.  His sermons featured as part of the InTouch Ministries programming aired worldwide and here in the US through more than four-thousand networks including all forms of media.  Dr. Stanley is survived by his children son Andy Stanley, daughter Becky Stanley Broderson, six grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, and his sister Susie Cox.  Dr. Charles Stanley was 90  years old.

SNBC HEALTH REPORT: The Health Benefits of Magnesium

In SNBC HEALTH NEWS the health benefits of Magnesium. There are so many nutrients that help the human body function properly. One of those important to the body is the nutrient magnesium. This nutrient helps fight against mental health issues such as depression and helps boost the muscles to improve workouts. It also assists in the fight against muscle fatigue and weakness.

Researchers have also noted magnesium may benefit in the fight against respiratory issues such as asthma, and help prevent high blood pressure. It helps reduce insulin resistance, and helps prevent migraines. Foods that are rich in magnesium include: avocados, sunflower seeds, oats, spinach, black beans, and cashews as well as other nuts.

SNBC NEWS FOR LIFE SUNDAY APRIL 16th, 2023

Democrats slam politicians switching to Republican Party
Members of the Democratic party are expressing anger after several Democrats have announced they are switching parties. The first to make national headlines was a Congresswoman from North Carolina. State Rep. Tricia Cotham announced she would switch her affiliation from Democrat to Republican. The party switch puts Republicans at a majority in both legislative branches of the North Carolina State Congress. This majority also means the state Congress can overturn any veto by state governor Roy Cooper. Cooper and other members of the Democrat party here in the state called Cotham’s move disappointing. Cooper in a statement said he was disappointed that Cotham has abandoned her long held beliefs and that it will change the direction of the state of North Carolina. Members of Cotham’s former party called for her resignation. Cotham says her beliefs no longer align with her former party and the more liberal leaning party is a group she no longer recognizes. Critics believe the shift is due to low approval ratings by the Biden Administration and the more liberal members of the Democratic party becoming the louder voice among its leaders. Two other state congressmen in Louisiana recently announced they were switching to the Republican party. The move in that state also gives Republicans a super majority in both the state senate and house or representative.

 Churches express faith despite destruction from storms across the South
Even though a tornadic storm roared through several communities and destroyed their church buildings a couple of weeks ago, that hasn't stopped the members of several congregations from worshipping God.

The tornado, which the National Weather Service recorded maximum winds at 165 miles-per-hour, destroyed the New Commandment Church of God in Christ in Jacksonville, Arkansas. However, they continued to meet together outside for worship services, and Easter Sunday was no exception.

They have been holding services since Palm Sunday, with folding chairs set up near the parking lot and a choir singing on the church's concrete steps. Eddie Miller, the church's pastor, told  Fox Weather, "Our church is still standing strong in the community because our church is a light to this community, and we dare not be somewhere else," Miller said. Just 94 miles north of Jacksonville in Wynne, Arkansas Pastor Matt Carter of the Wynne First United Methodist Church said in a matter of minutes, his church was changed into a damaged ruin. But Carter explained to WREG, a local news outlet, that the work of the congregation goes on. "We've lost a building…but it is just a building. We're still the church and we still have a calling that Christ has given us to go and fulfill," Carter said. " “Jesus Christ didn't stay in the tomb," Carter continued. "We can follow the example of Jesus Christ. We can rise from the destruction, and we can go because we have a mission and a ministry." Meanwhile, Morris Chapel United Methodist Church in Morris Chapel, Tennessee shared a photo of an open Bible still in place at the podium in the church's sanctuary. During the storm, a banner that was located behind the altar, covered the altar, protecting the Bible during the storm. "Remember God is with you and Jesus is alive," the church's Facebook post said.

Liberal activists scramble to buy abortion pill after justice ban
Several states led by liberal governors are scrambling to buy a certain abortion inducing pill before it is banned. According to reports liberal and pro-abortion rights group are criticizing a judge’s decision to ban the pill nationwide. The pill, mifepristone, can be used in combination with another drug to cause a medically induced abortion. The justice recently ordered to halt the sale of the drug. The block of its sale will not go into effect for another week. Critics claim this will affect women’s reproductive rights and that the justice is ignoring scientific research. Several state governors are now stockpiling the pill claiming they are buying in massive bulk to protect women’s rights. The state of California reportedly purchased 2 million pills of a similar drug used for abortions. Liberal activists have protested for other forms of abortion following the repeal of Roe vs. Wade. The repeal by the US Supreme Court allows the states to make decisions on whether to allow or ban abortions in each state.

SNBC Health Report: the importance of liver health
Liver diseases like Hepatitis C and Hepatitis B come from many causes, like infections, genetics, weak immune systems, alcohol, and accumulating fat. The liver is a vitally important organ that produces proteins, stores vitamins, and breaks down harmful toxins. Therefore, it is essential to take care of your liver. Some of the foods that can help detoxify, remove fat accumulation, reduce inflammation, and improve its overall performance are:

1- Coffee, which can minimize the risk of cirrhosis, or permanent liver damage, in patients who have chronic liver disease,

2- Green and black tea, which are packed with antioxidants that protect the body from the free radicals causing damage and inflammation.

3- Fatty fish helps maintain enzyme levels, eases inflammation, and reduces fat build-up.

Omega 3 supplements can help but be sure to choose a supplement that has a proven omega-6 to omega-3 ratio.

4- Olive oil consumption reduces the levels of fat in the liver, promotes blood flow and maintains heart, metabolism, and liver health.

5- Nuts are the powerhouse of fats, antioxidants, and healthy plant compounds. They are beneficial for both the heart and the liver, improving levels of liver enzymes.

6- Cruciferous vegetables such as Brussels sprouts, broccoli, and mustard greens contain high fiber content and useful plant compounds that increase detoxification enzymes.

7- Grapes and grape seed extract prevent liver damage, maintain antioxidant levels, and ease inflammation, particularly red and purple grapes.

8- And finally, a well-hydrated body is a wonderful aid to liver function. Consider drinking the juice of half a lemon in warm water upon rising. It flushes out the toxins from the digestive tract, serves as an antioxidant, and creates an alkaline environment in the body.

The liver is resilient, but it can’t be at its best without some help. Alcohol, sugary and processed foods can cause significant problems for your liver.

Other foods like turmeric, dark berries, grapefruit, and beets may also help build back damage, make your liver stronger, and help prevent liver diseases.

SNBC NEWS FOR LIFE SUNDAY APRIL 9th, 2023

UMC Churches sue to be removed from national organization
Churches with a more conservative conviction are accelerating their exit from the US Methodist Church. The congregations cite the liberal doctrine that has recently been accelerated by the more liberal branch of the denomination. Several churches in various regions around the US recently voted to leave the UMC. Churches in South Carolina, Texas, Michigan, Florida, Alabama, and Georgia have voted to leave the national Methodist Church organization. The UMC North Georgia Conference has even filed a lawsuit against the national organization in order to continue the separation process and keep their properties. This separation plan had recently been put on hold by the national organization. The split within the United Methodist Church is also being blamed on the change in policy by the national organization embracing LGBT parishioners, and pro-LGBT ministers presiding over various churches. Since 2019 over 2-thousand churches have left the national Methodist Church organization.

Liberal law organization sues over ban of Satan after school club
The ACLU has announced a lawsuit against a Pennsylvania school district over the ban of a satanic after school club. The American Civil Liberties Union has filed a lawsuit against the Saucon Valley School District after it banned the After School Satan Club. The ACLU of Pennsylvania claims the ban is a violation of its policy. This policy requires allowing outside groups’ to use school facilities. The legal organization further adds the ban is a violation of the Satanic Temple’s First Amendment rights to Free Speech. The legal director of the ACLU, Sara Rose claims this will set a dangerous precedent for refusing to protect controversial opinions from censorship. The Satanic Temple has attempted to create several after school groups around the US. Most of the groups have ended due to objections from conservative, parent, and Christian organizations. A representative for the Satanic Temple claims the after-school club is an alternative to other religious after school groups and will promote free speech and religious liberty among children.

IDF Launches attacks in defense of Israel
Israel defense forces launches a counterattack against forces this week. The airstrike was in retaliation of recent attacks by Hamas into Israeli territory. The IDF said in a statement they targeted a facility used to make weapons for the terrorist organization. This attack launched after several rockets were fired into Israel by Hamas; no one was reported injured in those attacks. The IDF later reported a raid on a mosque following an incident with teens who sympathized with Hamas. The attacks by the youth resulted in the raid of a mosque to arrest the suspects. The raid resulted in 350 arrests following protests by men at the mosque. Most of those arrested were at the mosque observing the Islamic holiday Ramadan. This has been a particularly tumultuous time in Israel. In addition to attacks by terrorists, the Israeli government has seen weeks of violent and disruptive protests. The protests by citizens and liberal organizations are due to efforts by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to reform the nation’s judicial system.

SNBC Health Report: researchers are recommending a daily dose of walnuts due to a new study
Walnuts are already known for their heart health benefits. Researchers at Texas Tech University studied walnuts to see if their consumption had a direct effect on other areas of the body. Researchers found consuming walnuts directly affected the microbes in the gut promoting more healthy bacteria. The study followed participants that ate one cup of walnuts per day compared to subjects that did not consume walnuts.  According to the National Institutes of Health, 70-80 percent of the body’s immune cells are in this particular area, and it is important to keep it healthy. In addition to heart and gut health walnuts are beneficial to brain health and rich in antioxidants.

SNBC NEWS FOR LIFE SUNDAY APRIL 2nd, 2023

US House passes The US House of Representatives recently passed the Parents Bill of Rights
This potential law is designed to give parents more of a say in their child’s education. Supporters call the bill especially important because of the current climate in the US. The bill passed on straight party lines with no Democrats voting for the bill. It now goes to the Democrat controlled Senate and is expected to face a battle there. The Parents Bill of Rights gives parents the right to know what their child or children are being taught, and to have their concerns heard by school administrators. The right to see the school’s budget and spending, protection of children’s privacy and the right to keep children safe are also a part of the bill’s protections for parents. The bill will require schools to post school curriculums and free speech at school board meetings. Some members of the Democratic party who voted against the bill called it an attempt by Republicans to “censor history”. 

 Library director fired over Kirk Cameron book tour
A library director in Tennessee has lost his job following an incident involving Kirk Cameron. Cameron recently wrote a pro-America book and is doing a nationwide book tour. The tour first made headlines after several libraries refused to host events. Most of the facilities had previously sponsored Drag Queen story hours. Several of the libraries claimed the event by Cameron would be offensive to LGBT groups. According to witnesses that accompanied Cameron to the event, the library’s director and his staff were described as difficult prior to the event and were intentionally disruptive. One guest added that the director of the library, Allan Morales, had attempted to sabotage people attending the event in the community encouraging guests not to come. Allan also reportedly emailed the publishing company claiming he did not want to “promote an agenda on the left or the right.”  The county board where the library is located later voted to fire Allan following the incident. Allan has declined comment saying he wants to move on and hopes the community heals from the controversy. Cameron’s book and book tour received nationwide attention for the number of libraries that refused to host him. Most of those libraries later extended invitations following outcry from their local communities and supporters.

 World Athletics bans trans athletes in women’s international competition
The World Athletics Council has announced they will not allow transgender athletes in women’s competitions. The international governing body announced recently the ban will include track and field sports and all related sports. The organization said in their statement of their decision that fairness must be maintained among female athletes above all other considerations. The statement included the group examined science concerning the difference in physical performance between men and women as part of their decision. The organization said the integrity of the female category in athletics is paramount. The council says the decision may be reexamined in the next few years as they continue to monitor scientific studies. World Athletics was founded in 1912 and is the governing body for all international track and field events and running. The council’s decision could affect similar organizations including the International Olympic Committee. The IOC has previously allowed trans athletes in women’s competition but have moved away from the subject following controversy over the matter.

SNBC Health News: scientists are reporting additional benefits for chia seeds
This tiny seed is packed with several nutrients that are beneficial to the human body. According to a recent report the seed is considered a healthy fat and is full of polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fats. It is considered a heart healthy food and protects it against inflammation and the development of heart disease. Chia seeds contain four grams of fiber and is considered a good carb. Its also rich in calcium and assists in bone health due to key micronutrients the seeds contain. This tiny seed contains disease fighting antioxidants and 2 to 3 grams of protein per tablespoon. Chia seeds can be added to various meals and drinks as an added nutrient boost to your daily food intake. (ex. adding chia seeds to smoothies is a great way to include them into your diet).

SNBC NEWS FOR LIFE SUNDAY MARCH 26th, 2023

Teacher suspended for conservative comments online
A Methodist Bible college professor has been fired in the UK for speaking against homosexuality. According to report Dr. Aaron Edwards was fired from Cliff College in Derbyshire, England following a series of tweets by Edwards. The professor tweeted on his own personal account “Homosexuality is invading the church”. Edwards continued saying if the church does not acknowledge sin, then the need for a Savior is diminished, and it is not homophobic to call homosexuality a sin. Dr. Edwards was suspended from the College after the tweets. The school’s officials claim the remarks caused some members of the church “distress” and were “damaging” to the school’s core work.  School officials even considered turning Edwards in to the government’s terrorism task force because of the remarks. Dr. Edwards says the school and the UK Methodist church’s actions illustrate the problems within the church. Edwards added that the church is attempting to silence traditional beliefs based on the Word of God. Methodist church officials in the United Kingdom have refused to comment on this case.

 State AG hosts Drag Queen story hour on taxpayer’s tab
NY State Attorney sponsors New York State’s attorney general recently hosted a drag queen story hour for families with small children. Letitia James announced the story hour on social media encouraging families to bring their children out for the event. The office of the attorney general report over 200 people showed up for the story hour. James’ office released a statement saying the event was held to, “condemn hate and combat rampant disinformation.”  Critics called the event a grooming session. They also reminded citizens living in the state that this event was put on with taxpayer dollars. One drag queen story hour event in 2018 received over 200 thousand dollars in city contracts according to The New York Post. Opponents are calling for James’ resignation for sponsoring controversial events with taxpayer dollars.

Ivy League University sponsors “emotional training” curriculum for young children
A school curriculum developed under Yale Medical School is using emotional persuasion tactics to trigger children attending public schools. Parents claim the curriculum is being used to make students become angry about social justice causes and aid them in developing an "intersectional identity”.

The tightly guarded curriculum was created by the Center for Emotional Intelligence at Yales’ Child Study Center. The lessons deeply probe into student's emotions, personal relationships, traumas, beliefs and triggers. 

A law firm, the Dhillon Law Group, recently threatened a lawsuit against the Newport-Mesa School District. Attorneys for the firm accused the school district of forcing students to participate in the curriculum with no opt-out feature. The firm also accused the lessons require teachers who are unlicensed in this area to counsel students on the matter which is a violation of federal and constitutional law.

The curriculum encourages students to "see red" on their "mood meters," and to be enraged by social justice issues. It also encourages educators to bring inflammatory images into classrooms to create a culture of rage among their students. 

 One Newport-Mesa parent commented, "They're there intentionally triggering these kids emotionally."

"The educator essentially gets to define what is just and unjust based on the cultural bias of the day and without regard to any family or student values or beliefs," the parent added. 

Another parent said the curriculum was a clear and "subversive attempt to socially engineer our children, to create them into social justice warriors."

It went so far as to ask students to enact distressing scenarios. "Students should go beyond explaining how they would express their emotions, and actually practice it with their facial expressions, vocal tones and body language."

SNBC Health News: Thyroid Health and Iodine
Your thyroid gland needs iodine to make hormones that influence your metabolism and other vital functions. Since your body does not produce iodine, you must get it through your diet on a daily basis. When your body lacks sufficient iodine, it cannot make enough thyroid hormone.

In the case of a serious nuclear accident, radioactive iodine can be released into the air, increasing your risk of thyroid cancer and acute radiation sickness when inhaled.

Non-radioactive iodine supplements help to prevent the radioactive iodine from concentrating in your thyroid gland, thereby reducing the risk of thyroid cancer.

Health experts generally recommend that you get as many nutrients as possible from your food, and iodine is no exception. Foods that are naturally iodine-rich include spirulina, sea vegetables, prunes, raw dairy products, eggs and Himalayan pink sea salt. Eating these foods on a regular basis will help ensure adequate levels year-round.

In the case of nuclear fallout, however, you may need higher doses than these foods can immediately provide — especially if you have not been getting sufficient amounts on a daily basis.

The conventional recommendation to ward off some of the health dangers of radiation exposure is to take supplemental potassium iodide. In addition to potassium iodide tablets, you could use Lugol’s solution, which includes both potassium iodide and iodine in water.

The recommended daily dosage of potassium iodide for an adult in the case of acute radiation exposure, is 130 milligrams (mg), which is relatively high and far in excess of the normal daily requirement of 1 mg or less per day.

For optimal protection, the iodine would ideally be taken one hour before the radiation exposure, and no later than 12 hours after exposure. Other supplements that can help reduce damage associated with radiation exposure are Vitamin D3 and molecular hydrogen.