The Pour Over Today - Friday, April 7, 2023

Episode Date: April 7, 2023

Today, we’re talking about state lawmaker shakeups, reported abuse in the Catholic church, operation Cookie Monster, and other top news for Friday, April 7th. Stay informed while remaining focused on Christ with The Pour Over. Sponsored by Hiya - Get 50% off your first order with code POUROVER when you try Hiya today Check if you were a victim of Genesis Market at www.politie.nl/checkyourhack

Today we're talking about state lawmakers' shakeups, reported abuse in the Catholic Church, Operation Cookie Monster, and other top news for Friday, April 7th. Stay informed while remaining focused on Christ with The Pour Over. Here's the quote of the day. Jesus knew Lazarus would rise again, still he wept, because embracing pain is not negating faith, it's actually part of being in the likeness of God. Carlos Rodriguez. Let's get started with some espresso shots.

Some states' legislative rosters have been shakeups this week. In Tennessee, two state House Democrats were expelled yesterday in what critics condemned as a bipartisan hit job. The representatives were under fire for their role in last week's gun reform protests that halted legislative business. Votes to expel a third House Democrat failed by one vote. It was the first non-bipartisan expulsion in Tennessee history. Meanwhile, North Carolina State House Republican Trisha Cotham announced Wednesday that she was switching parties, saying she did not recognize the Democratic Party anymore. Her switcheroo means more than

just new business cards. It gives North Carolina Republicans a veto-proof supermajority, allowing them to override Democratic Governor Cooper's vetoes and enact laws. Cotham's move was criticized by the state's Democratic Party as deceit of the highest order and a betrayal of the voters. Our hope is never contingent on what happens in a Capitol building. It's much more secure than that. Regardless of whether things get worse or better during your lifetime, everything eventually ends well for followers of Christ. 1 Peter chapter 1 verses 3 through 4 says, Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. Because of his great mercy, he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection

of Jesus Christ from the dead and into an inheritance that is imperishable, undefiled, and unfading, kept in heaven for you. The Maryland Attorney General's Office released a 463-page report concluding that more than 150 Catholic priests and others associated with the Archdiocese of Baltimore sexually abused over 600 children. The AG's investigation, which began in 2019, covered 80 years of alleged abuse and accuses church leaders of decades of cover-ups. The report was redacted to protect confidential grand jury materials, meaning the identities of some accused clergy were removed. Baltimore Archbishop William Lurie apologized to the victims, saying the report details a

reprehensible time in the history of this archdiocese, a time that will not be covered up, ignored, or forgotten. Though the state says they have no plans to file criminal lawsuits, the Maryland legislature passed a bill last month that ends a statute of limitations on abuse-related civil lawsuits. Pray for all involved in the state of Maryland. First, for the victims, that they can find healing from the abuse they faced at the hands of trusted clergy. Pray also for the perpetrators, that they would repent and seek God's mercy. Psalm 147, verse 3 says,

He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds. An international sting dubbed Operation Cookie Monster brought down a sprawling dark web marketplace on Wednesday. Since its start in 2018, Genesis Market operated by selling stolen credentials and digital fingerprints that allowed cybercriminals to hack into victims' assets. including the U.S., U.K., Germany, Spain, and Sweden, came together to put the kibosh on the site, which reportedly made $8.7 million, selling 80 million credentials from more than 2 million people. Genesis has been linked to millions of global cyberattacks, and FBI officials dubbed the takedown the biggest operation of its kind. So far, it's led to the arrest of nearly 120 suspected users. You can check if you were a victim at the website we list in the show notes. In light of stories like these, we're thankful for individuals who work to bring justice to

those who profit off wrongdoing. Galatians 6 verses 9 through 10 say, Let us not get tired of doing good, for we will reap at the proper time if we don't give up. Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us work for the good of all, especially for those who belong to the household of faith. Today's episode is sponsored by Haya. Guess what is non-GMO, vegan, dairy-free, allergy-free, gelatin-free, nut-free, and everything else you can imagine? We guessed water, and we were correct. But today's correct answer is Haya. Haya is the pediatrician-approved, super-powered chewable vitamin created by two dads tired of children's vitamins that cause more problems than they solve. Haya fills in the most common gaps in modern children's diets

without the added sugar and gummy junk found in other brands. But it also checks one more very important box. Even picky eaters love the taste. So parents, get 50% off your first order with code POUROVER when you try Haya today. Check out the link in our show notes. In other brews, here's a rapid round of updates. As Ramadan and Passover overlap, creating tensions in Jerusalem, violence erupted at the Al-Aqsa Mosque on the Temple Mount Tuesday and Wednesday. Israeli police forcibly removed dozens of Palestinian worshippers who had barricaded themselves inside. Reportedly, six Palestinians were injured, and Israeli officials claim rocks were hurled at police.

Six Palestinians were injured And Israeli officials claim rocks were hurled at police Malaysia and China are reviving a decades-old idea To establish a so-called Asian Monetary Fund And reduce dependence on the American dollar No agreement has been reached Meanwhile, Speaker of the House McCarthy Met with Taiwan's President Tsai Despite China's strong protest

McCarthy stated that America's support for Taiwan was unwavering and bipartisan. Bob Lee, a 43-year-old tech executive and investor who was instrumental in creating the Cash app, was fatally stabbed on a San Francisco street Tuesday. At the time of his death, Lee was the chief product officer at cryptocurrency startup Mobilecoin. No arrests have been made, and the case remains under investigation. The 2023 Masters teed off yesterday at Augusta National, with three different players holding an early lead at 7-under, and the $1.50 pimento cheese sandwich still giving the Costco hot dog a run for its money. Meanwhile, the first week of MLB season got off to an efficient start

as the new rules have shortened games by about 20 minutes. Robert F. Kennedy Jr., an environmental lawyer and advocate against vaccines, joined spiritual advisor Marianne Williamson in the race to be the 2024 Democratic presidential nominee. President Biden has not officially announced a re-election bid. For Republicans, former President Donald Trump, former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley, entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy, and former Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson have announced campaigns. That's all we have for today. Thanks so much for listening. If you're listening on the Apple Podcasts app, give us a 5-star rating and drop a review.

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