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The most common method of abortion in the U.S., an at-home two-pill regimen of mifepristone and misoprostol, is temporarily unavailable through the mail. 

On Friday, an appeals court paused an FDA rule allowing doctors to send mifepristone by mail without first seeing their patients in person. The unanimous panel of Republican-appointed judges said Louisiana, which brought the suit, was likely to win its arguments that:

Louisiana’s AG celebrated that the “nightmare is over.” A mifepristone manufacturer said the ruling will cause “chaos” and asked the U.S. Supreme Court to restore nationwide mail-order access.

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ABOVE ALL, LOVE
When discussing divisive topics like abortion, remember that both your position and your posture reflect on Christ. Believers are called to seek the good of the unborn, single mothers, women who have received abortions, and people who passionately disagree with you on this topic. 

“If you love those who love you, what credit is that to you? Even sinners love those who love them… But love your enemies, do what is good, and lend, expecting nothing in return. Then your reward will be great, and you will be children of the Most High.” 
Luke 6:32, 35 (CSB) (read full passage)

President Trump declared the U.S.-Iran war was over on Friday.

In a letter to Congress, #47 wrote that “the hostilities that began February 28, 2026, have terminated,” citing the April 7 ceasefire, while warning that Iran still poses a “significant” threat. The framing sidesteps the War Powers Resolution, which requires congressional sign-off to keep U.S. forces engaged in conflict for more than 60 days. 

Senate Dems countered, saying ongoing U.S. Navy blockades of Iranian oil count as a “continuing act of war.”

Meanwhile, the Pentagon confirmed it’ll pull ~5,000 troops from Germany over 6-12 months. The decision follows a spat between President Trump and Chancellor Friedrich Merz; Trump criticized Germany/NATO for not helping in Iran, while Merz said Washington was being "humiliated" in ceasefire talks. Senior Republican lawmakers warned a drawdown could send “the wrong signal” to Russia.

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CHRISTIAN RESPONSE
In the face of massive global conflicts across the world, it’s easy to feel helpless. Today and this week, there’s something “powerful and effective” you can do: pray for world leaders (1 Timothy 2:1-2; James 5:16).

“Lord and Master, you have given these rulers the power of sovereignty through your own mighty power… Grant unto these leaders health, peace, unity, and stability, so they can administer without failure the government you have given them. For you—Heavenly Master and King of the Ages—you give ordinary people glory, honor, and power over all things in this world. Direct their leadership in a way that is good and well pleasing in your sight.” 
Clement of Rome, page 127 in Fount of Heaven: Prayers of the Early Church

In parts of Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, and the Middle East, the orphan crisis is growing, and food is running out. 

In some places—like Goma in the Democratic Republic of Congo—violence and unrest are only making food scarcer. Children’s homes are struggling to survive in these fragile communities.

Serving Orphans Worldwide is combating the crisis, and you can help. 100% of your gift will provide hungry children and babies with nutritious meals, emergency groceries, life-saving formula, and long-term food security. 

Join Serving Orphans Worldwide in feeding as many hungry orphans as possible. Donate today—just $12 feeds a child for a whole month and teaches children the gospel. Plus, TPO is matching the first $4K given!

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Spirit Airlines has been grounded for good.

Early Saturday, the budget air travel pioneer announced it’s shutting down all operations, becoming the first major airline to go out of business in 25 years. Spirit has lost over $2.5B since 2020 and filed its second bankruptcy in 2025, saying it had “substantial doubt” about its future prospects, but airline officials credit surging jet fuel prices from the Iran war as the final headwind. 

The drinks-and-everything-else-not-included airline had hoped to land a $500M lifeline deal with the federal government, but the creditors holding Spirit’s IOUs rejected the plan. 

All flights were immediately canceled. Travelers were promised refunds for tickets booked through Spirit’s website and told not to go to the airport. Several major carriers—including United, Southwest, and American—are offering capped fares for affected flyers with proof of a Spirit itinerary.

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Verse to consider whether your spirits are up, down, or somewhere in between… “For I am persuaded that neither death nor life, nor angels nor rulers, nor things present nor things to come, nor powers, nor height nor depth, nor any other created thing will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.”
Romans 8:38-39 (CSB) (read full passage)

Uncle Sam wants to save with you. Thursday, President Trump signed an executive order expanding retirement account access for workers without employer benefits. TrumpIRA.gov—set to launch January 2027—could help those ~56 million Americans compare low-cost retirement plans. The order integrates with a Biden-era law that matches up to $1,000 for certain workers who contribute to an IRA.

The FDA is expanding access to an experimental pancreatic cancer drug. Drugmaker Revolution Medicines reported that patients on daraxonrasib—called a “miracle” by former Senator Ben Sasse, who has terminal pancreatic cancer—survived ~6.5 months longer than those who underwent chemotherapy. Daraxonrasib hasn’t been officially approved but is available under the FDA’s “compassionate use” program for terminally ill patients without other options.

The Pentagon drafted its AI starting lineup and one big name didn’t make the cut. The Pentagon inked deals Friday with 7 Big Tech companies—SpaceX, OpenAI, Google, Microsoft, Nvidia, AWS, and Reflection—to power its classified networks. Anthropic was notably left out, as the administration labeled the Claude creator a “supply chain risk” over the AI firm’s insistence on military-use guardrails.

A search is underway for two U.S. service members who went missing in Morocco after a multinational training exercise. The Army soldiers were last seen during a recreational hike along ocean cliffs near the Cap Draa Training Area in the North African country; initial reports suggest they may have fallen into the ocean, and no foul play is suspected.

The last shall be first. Golden Tempo, a 23-1 long shot, charged from dead last to win the 152nd Kentucky Derby Saturday—making Cherie DeVaux the first woman trainer to ever win the Run for the Roses and just the second woman to win any Triple Crown race. Jockey Jose Ortiz guided the colt past favorite Renegade in 2:02.27.

BRB… booking a trip to the Azores.

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