“I am not suffering from anything that a good general resurrection can’t fix.”

Don Carson

Table of Contents

1. Congress and the CR Bill

2. Trump Admin on Abortion

3. Other news you should know

4. Remnant Resources

Congress and the CR Bill

Congressional leaders introduced a 1,500-page stopgap spending bill (CR) to extend government funding until March 2024, but it quickly failed due to opposition from conservatives and Trump allies, including Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy. Critics opposed provisions like pay raises for lawmakers, exemptions from ObamaCare, disaster relief without offsets, and funding for the private Francis Scott Key Bridge, among others. Musk and Trump’s vocal disapproval swayed Republicans, with Musk even threatening to support primary challenges against those backing the bill. The bill’s failure underscores deep divisions within Congress and among conservatives over government spending, policy riders, and the national debt. Another bill hastily crafted after the first one failed was rejected in a bipartisan effort, leaving government funding set to expire at midnight tonight.

The fruits of our recent election are already showing themselves, and the people should rejoice (Proverbs 29:2). For too long, Congress has shamefully continued the practice of deceptively increasing our national debt by touting portions of the latest "continuation resolution" (CR) are for select items they know people know they can't speak out against. While every American wants to see "hurricane relief" for others who are suffering, America herself is headed for a greater storm than Katrina or Helene if it does not get its moral and financial house in order. Reckless and unaccountable spending is a form of immorality, and because we have not yet "sown the whirlwind" while we "sow to the wind" (Hosea 8:7), our citizenry and elected officials have grown increasingly brazen and arrogant in our practices (Ecclesiastes 8:11). But make no mistake, God will not be mocked (Galatians 6:7) and the sowing of financial irresponsibility will eventually lead to shame, ruin and suffering (Proverbs 24:30).

We can be thankful that the leaders of the newly formed Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) are not waiting until inauguration day to use their immense platforms on X to share the truth with America concerning the latest effort by current Congressional leadership to continue to push our country to the abyss. While Mike Johnson is, by all accounts, articulates, and in many ways models, a life of wisdom, his willingness to put forward the CR that continues irresponsible and egregious spending is a sign of great weakness that needs to be exposed and admonished (1 Thessalonians 5:14). Weak leaders who are unwilling to stand up against public criticism are a plague to a people (Ezekiel 34:1-8) and strong leaders who speak truth are like a kiss on the lips (Proverbs 24:26).

While the most recent proposal continues to extend the irresponsible practices of the last CR, it at least does not add new indulgences to the 1.834 Trillion deficit, the third largest in our nation's history, which we welcomed this last fiscal year. When wrong is discovered, wrong must be immediately stopped (Isaiah 1:16). Today is the day to begin dealing with yesterday's error (Psalm 95:7-8) nationally and in our own lives. May the remnant lead the way in speaking truth and modeling repentance and faithfulness in all things (Philippians 4:9).

_{By: Todd Wagner}

Incoming Trump Admin Sends Mixed Signals on Abortion

President-elect Donald Trump's stance on abortion pills remains unclear. While he recently stated it's "highly unlikely" he would restrict mifepristone access, his pick for Health and Human Services Secretary, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., has pledged to reinstate in-person dispensing requirements if directed. "He will absolutely do whatever President Trump wants," Sen. Josh Hawley said after meeting with Kennedy.

Ambiguity and moderation seem to define Trump's most recent stance on abortion, yet that couldn't be further from what we see in Scripture (Exodus 20:13). While it may be politically expedient for Trump to take a middle-ground approach, it is neither a moral nor a Christian stance. We can acknowledge the complexity of modern political processes, but when it comes to policies protecting innocent lives, compromise cannot be an option (Psalm 139:13-16).

The remnant must remember that our allegiance is first to Christ, before any political party or politician (Exodus 20:3). If you would criticize a Democrat for this very position during an election season, we should be prepared, "in and out of season," to speak truth in love just as freely to those with whom we may be closer aligned (2 Timothy 4:2, Ephesians 4:15). Frankly, it is entirely appropriate for believers to be disheartened by Donald Trump's distancing from pro-life rhetoric, especially given that the pill he refuses to limit results in two-thirds of all abortions in America.

Rather than RFK do "whatever Trump wants," we should pray to the Lord that He change the hearts of our elected and appointed leaders to do whatever Jesus Christ wants (John 14:15). God is gracious in revealing what He desires from us—just look at His Word (Psalm 119:105). Our commitment must be to the unyielding truth of Scripture, not political expediency or allegiance to political allies (Romans 13:1). Only then can we stand boldly for the innocent lives at risk and fulfill our call to protect them (Proverbs 24:11-12).

_{By: Jamie Wilder}

Other news you should know

🙏🏻 Sad news about TGC’s co-founder!

⚾️ The Cubs have decided to forgive Sammy Sosa.

👋🏻 Fani Willis has been officially kicked off Trump’s case.

📢 Is Elon Musk going to be our new Speaker of the House?

🤔 MrBeast under scrutiny after plans for reality show.

💸 North Korean hackers cashed in on crypto scans this year, to the tune of $1.3B.

🎄Merry Christmas from the Remnant News Team! We’ll see you in the new year!🎄

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