Pastor Corey Brooks, known as the "Rooftop Pastor" for his incredible efforts to raise millions of dollars for the creation of a Chicago community center by living atop a building for nearly one year, is a well-known community leader.

Mr. Brooks joins "Higher Ground With Billy Hallowell" to discuss why he's now speaking out once again about politics despite in the past facing death threats and chaos. Listen to him explain why he won't back down — and why he believes people must reject the "victimhood mentality."

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Imagine for a moment a dystopian America where Bibles are banned and Christianity is vanquished. That's the plotline for "Disciples in the Moonlight," a new action-packed film that explores what would happen if persecution were to run rampant throughout America.

"In the not-too-distant future, the United States has banned the Bible for its 'offensiveness' and replaced it with a government-approved version," a description reads. "A small group of Christians are recruited to smuggle God’s Word to underground churches throughout the Midwest. With a ruthless federal agent in hot pursuit, the believers must choose between following the law or honoring and trusting God."

Stars Brett Varvel, Drew Varvel and Josh Strychalski join Billy Hallowell to explore "Disciples in the Moonlight" and reveal the real-life miracles they believe made it a reality.

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As the debate over parental rights forges on, California Gov. Gavin Newsom will soon have to decide whether to sign a new bill with sweeping ramifications.

"California schools would be banned from telling parents about their children’s gender transition under a bill headed to the desk of Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom," The Washington Times Valerie Richardson writes. "Assembly Bill 1955 would prohibit school staffers and volunteers from informing parents about their child’s 'sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression' without the student’s consent, seeking to thwart parental notification policies passed by local school boards."

This Democratic-led legislation comes as at least 10 school districts in the state began mandating that schools tell parents if and when children decide they want to socially transition.

Richardson joins Billy Hallowell to break down the story — and why it matters.

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Reports claim some Democratic operatives are panicking over President Joe Biden's debate performance Thursday night during his historic face-off with former president Donald Trump.

Biden and Trump locked horns over abortion, immigration, the economy, and a litany of other issues, with some critics hammering Biden's debate presence as less-than-stellar.

Church Leaders' Jesse Jackson joins Billy Hallowell to discuss the debate, Trump's and Biden's performances, and what comes next.

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The scandal surrounding Robert Morris, former pastor of the Texas-based Gateway Church, continues to dominate faith headlines. What's the story, who is the alleged victim — and what are the other key details?

Church Leaders' Jesse Jackson joins Billy Hallowell to explore the shocking claims against Morris. Listen to this episode so you can better understand the ins and outs of what purportedly unfolded.

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Author and speaker Jason Jimenez tackles what he believes is one of the biggest threats to Christianity today: The hijacking of the church and dismantling of the gospels by a progressive movement to “save Jesus from the church.” Mr. Jimenez’s book, “Hijacking Jesus: How Progressive Christians are Remaking Him and Taking Over His Church,” examines the progressive attack on biblical Christianity.

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What are the biggest myths and political misconceptions about former President Donald Trump and the GOP right now? Republican pollster Patrick Ruffini breaks it all down and shares important considerations for anyone looking to understand the current political landscape.

Ruffini also discusses his most recent book, "Party of the People: Inside the Multiracial Populist Coalition Remaking the GOP."

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Many questions remain after a New York court found former President Donald Trump guilty in his historic hush-money case.

But, what was the crime, how did it all come about — and what's next? Washington Times reporter Alex Swoyer joins Billy Hallowell to break down the ins and outs of the hush-money case, what the verdict means, and what's next for Mr. Trump. Plus, she explores claims the case is political in nature.

That and more on today's "Higher Ground."

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