The Daily Brief: Monday, June 5, 2017

The Daily Brief: Monday, June 5, 2017

1. Right Rejoices After Trump Announces U.S. Exit From Paris Climate Deal - CNSNews.com

President Donald J. Trump announced Thursday that the United States would be withdrawing from the Paris Climate Accord - a U.N. global warming agreement signed by President Barack Obama -- and while liberals denounced the decision, many conservatives applauded it.

House Speaker Paul Ryan (R-Wisc.) tweeted that "the #ParisAgreement was simply a raw deal for America." Conservative radio host Mark Levin shared Ryan's sentiment and said that, "President Trump's speech respecting our withdrawal from the Paris climate deal was outstanding." Senator Ted Cruz (R-Tex.) said he "commend[s] President Donald J. Trump for putting American jobs first." (Read more)
- Father God, the U.S. exiting the Paris agreement seems to be the right thing to do. Many prayers have been sent to heaven over the decisions of President Trump. Thank you for hearing our prayers as You direct the president in decision making. He is a mere man but You, O Lord, are the King of Kings and the One true God over all things. Amen.

- "And He changes the times and the seasons; He removes kings and raises up kings; He gives wisdom to the wise and knowledge to those who have understanding. He reveals deep and secret things; He knows what is in the darkness, And light dwells with Him." (Daniel 2:21-22)

2. Commerce Sec'y on Climate Pact: US Was Only Country Making Economic Sacrifice - Fox News

Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross joined Neil Cavuto on "Your World" to react to President Donald Trump pulling the U.S. out of the Paris Climate Accord. Ross said that the pact, which aims to reduce fossil fuel emissions, is not about combating climate change, but instead about transferring wealth from the U.S. to other countries. He said he expects that the global community will be upset with the U.S. withdrawing from the agreement.

"Anytime that people are taking money out of your pocket and you make them put it back in, they're not going to be happy," Ross said. "And that's what's happening here." (Read more)
- Father God, the greed of man is evident in so many national and international situations. There is no wealth without You in one's soul. Take the scales from the eyes of the wicked schemers and let them know the keys to Your kingdom so they may spend eternity with You. Forgive them.

- "Treasures of wickedness profit nothing, But righteousness delivers from death The Lord will not allow the righteous soul to famish, But He casts away the desire of the wicked." (Proverbs 10: 2-3)

3. Trump Army Taking Names of Treasonous Republicans Suggesting He Should Be Impeached - Charisma News

Never before has a president had so many members of his own party so eager to stick a knife in his back. Now that they smell blood, a number of treasonous Republicans are openly talking of impeaching Donald Trump even though there is no evidence that he has committed any crimes. However, what was not expected was the eagerness of so many of Trump's fellow Republicans to suggest that impeachment could be warranted. For example, anti-Trump Sen. John McCain was one of the first to bring up impeachment when he told the press that the crisis surrounding Trump has reached "Watergate size and scale." McCain's close buddy, Sen. Lindsey Graham, says that he is ready to "follow the facts-wherever they may lead."

Even if Trump had done something truly horrible, members of Congress should at least allow some time for the facts to come out. But this is what the establishment has been waiting for. They absolutely hate Trump and everything that he stands for, and they have been patiently waiting for him to slip up somehow. If Trump is not very careful, there could be a wild feeding frenzy during the weeks ahead as both Democrats and Republicans ferociously try to destroy his administration. (Read more)
- Almighty God, protect President Trump by the Blood of Jesus, and God cast down under the Blood of Jesus every wicked lie, every anti-Christ spirit in his enemies, all the armies of satan that are warring against him and let his mouth speak nothing but honest truth. God, weaken the evil forces that are possessing men and women to hate. Cover the entire Trump administration with Your protective holy hands and give them hearts to serve the living God and walk in righteousness. In the Name of Jesus we pray.

- "In You, O Lord, do we put our trust; let us never be ashamed: deliver us in Your righteousness. Bow down Your ear to us; deliver us speedily: be our strong rock, for a house of defense to save us. For You are my rock and my fortress; therefore for Your Name's sake lead me and guide me." (Psalm 31:1-3)

4. Planned Parenthood Annual Report: More Abortions, Fewer Health Services, More Gov't Funding - Christian Post

Planned Parenthood has finally released its much anticipated annual report which shows that not only has the nation's largest abortion provider increased its abortion output and profit in the last year but also performed fewer cancer screenings, STD testing and other health services while accepting more federal funding than ever before.

After months of anticipation, Planned Parenthood finally released its 2015-2016 annual report to the public this week and pro-life advocates believe they now have even more data to show why the abortion giant needs to stripped of its federal funding.

Although Planned Parenthood generally releases its annual report toward the beginning of the year, some pro-lifers believe the release of this year's report was delayed for strategic reasons, considering Planned Parenthood was and still is in danger of losing its more than $500 million in annual federal funding because of Republican lawmakers that want to reallocate Medicaid funds away from Planned Parenthood to qualified health clinics.(Read more)
- Father, we pray You would help us shut this evil organization down. Help us, as Your Church, expand the network of crisis pregnancy centers and clinics to compassionately meet the needs of women.

- In the morning, Lord, you hear my voice; in the morning I lay my requests before you and wait expectantly. For you are not a God who is pleased with wickedness; with you, evil people are not welcome. (Psalm 5:3-4)

5. U.S. Has Admitted 46,371 Refugees So Far in FY 2017; Up 19% in May - CNS News

A total of 3,957 refugees were admitted into the United States in May, a 19.3 percent increase over April's figures and a 91.1 percent jump from March's low point of 2,070 admissions. In the first eight months of fiscal 2017, the U.S. has admitted a total of 46,371 refugees. While the second consecutive monthly increase, May's admission numbers are still the third lowest for any month in fiscal years 2016 and 2017, after 3,316 in April and 2,070 in March. May's 3,957 compares to 6,511 refugees admitted in May 2016. (Read more)
- Father, we lift up this system of accepting refugees into our nation and ask for Your intervention. We pray only those who will contribute to our nation will be allowed entry.

- "Unless the Lord builds the house, they labor in vain who build it; unless the Lord guards the city, the watchman keeps awake in vain." (Psalm 127:1)

6. Anti-Shariah rallies planned for 28 U.S. cities June 10 - WND

ACT! For America is planning a nationwide "March Against Sharia - March for Human Rights" on June 10 that so far has 28 cities signed up to participate.

Organizers say they will be taking a public stand against female genital mutilation, honor violence, the blasphemy and apostasy laws, among other elements of Shariah that are increasingly showing up in American society.

"It's already here in America," Gabriel said. "We're seeing girls being killed simply for wanting to wear makeup. Under our Constitution they deserve the same rights and protections."

"We have former imams speaking, former Muslims, gays, women who survived acid attacks, we have everybody coming together and speaking saying 'we are fed up.' We do not want to go down the path of Europe," she said. "What is going on in Europe is a preview of what is coming to America and in fact is already here." (Read more)
- Almighty God, we claim America is covered by the eternal Blood of the Lord Jesus Christ. We decree that Americans, who are full blood Americans, will stand against Sharia, against Islam, against all the other mentally sick demands in Sharia, and that any group who vote in favor of Sharia law will be deported out of this country. God, we ask that Americans will not adopt wicked practices from other countries, but that will stand as God-fearing citizens, who love Almighty God and abide by what in written in our Bible, which is the Word of God. Father, bind with fetters of iron and with the holiness of God every demonic practice and every demon possessed person who perverts our Constitutional laws and beliefs. Please protect every one who will demonstrate against Sharia, in the Name of Jesus we pray.

- "Let the lying lips be put to silence; which speak grievous things proudly and contemptuously against the righteous. You shall hide them in the secret of Your presence from the pride of man: You shall keep them secretly in a pavilion from the strife of tongues." (Psalm 31:18, 20)

7. Ambassador Haley: UNHRC Must Stop Wrongly Singling Out Israel Or We'll Quit - Times of Israel

US envoy to the UN Nikki Haley on Friday wrote in a Washington Post op-ed the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC) is singling out Israel for relentless condemnations, while truly heinous regimes such as Venezuela and Cuba go scot-free because they are members of the Council.

"When the council passes more than 70 resolutions against Israel, a country with a strong human rights record, and just seven resolutions against Iran, a country with an abysmal human rights record, you know something is seriously wrong," the ambassador wrote. In fact, Haley reminded her readers, "In 2014, Russia invaded Ukraine and took over Crimea. This illegal occupation resulted in thousands of civilian deaths and injuries, as well as arbitrary detentions. No special meeting of the Human Rights Council was called, and the abuses continue to mount."

Haley will visit Israel for the first time as UN ambassador next week, presumably to help celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Six Day War. But on her way over she will stop in Geneva, Switzerland, to address the UNHRC. It's a crucial visit for the vehemently anti-Israeli world body, because President Trump has threatened to leave. In fact, Haley has stated that she plans to make her recommendations to the President on staying in or quitting the UNHRC based on her discussions in Geneva. (Read more)
- Father God, send out Your power against the wickedness and relentless condemnations that the UNHRC is slamming against Israel. Lord, You have promised Israel that You will be their God; and You brought them out from under the burdens of the Egyptians and You will be faithful to bring them out from under the lies and hatred alleged against Israel by the United Nations. For this we give thanks to Almighty God as we ask this prayer in the Name of Jesus.

- "And I will bless them that bless Israel, and curse them that curses Israel: and in Israel shall all families of the earth be blessed." (Exodus 12:3)

8. U.S. hikes 'combat power' in Syria, with eye on Iran-backed militia - Reuters

The U.S. military said on Thursday it had bolstered its "combat power" in southern Syria, warning that it viewed Iran-backed fighters in the area as a threat to nearby coalition troops fighting Islamic State. The remarks by a Baghdad-based spokesman for the U.S.-led coalition battling Islamic State was the latest sign of tension in the region, where the United States has forces at the base around the Syrian town of At Tanf supporting local fighters.

"We have increased our presence and our footprint and prepared for any threat that is presented by the pro-regime forces," said the spokesman, U.S. Army Colonel Ryan Dillon, referring to Iran-backed forces supporting Syrian President Bashar al-Assad. Dillon estimated that a small number of Iran-backed forces had remained inside a so-called "deconfliction" zone meant to ensure the safety of U.S.-led coalition forces since a May 18 U.S. strike on their advancing formation. (Read more)
- Abba Father, those of the Islamic State serve a false god. Give the U.S. soldiers the knowledge to be Your missionaries to those in darkness. We ask that those that are lost in the worship of false gods will see Your light and come out of darkness to worship You. If they refuse Your light, deal with them as You will. May You be glorified.

- "You shall be left few in number, whereas you were as the stars of heaven in multitude, because you would not obey the voice of the Lord your God. And it shall be, that just as the Lord rejoiced over you to do you good and multiply you, so the Lord will rejoice over you to destroy you and bring you to nothing, and you shall be plucked from off the land which you go to possess." (Deuteronomy 29:62-63)

9. Putin: US Is Using Iran and North Korean Missile Threats As 'Pretext' For Targeting Russia - CNSNews.com

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday slammed the U.S. for deploying ballistic missile defense (BMD) systems in Europe and Asia, saying the Iran nuclear deal made such defenses unnecessary in Europe, and predicting that the U.S. will keep the system in place in Asia, even if North Korea denuclearizes. Enlarging on a subject that has long been an irritant in bilateral relations, Putin told international news agency heads in St. Petersburg that the U.S. uses the supposed Iranian missile threat as "pretext" for the BMD facilities in Europe. The negotiated Iran nuclear deal "removed this alleged threat," he said, yet the U.S. continues to roll out the BMD system in Europe. "Who is it designed against?" Putin asked rhetorically. (Read more)
- Father, Russian President Putin must assume that the U.S. will continue to ignore the North Korean "testing" threats of firing missiles. North Korea ignores all of the rules of the U.N. and other agencies to do as they please. President Trump and his administration have stepped up to say, "We have you on our radar and we will protect the U.S." The president listens to You and to those he appointed to offer wisdom in their fields. Thank You for giving President Trump Your discernment. Amen.

- "Yours, O Lord, is the greatness, The power and the glory, The victory and the majesty; For all that is in heaven and in earth is Yours; Yours is the kingdom, O Lord, And You are exalted as head over all." (1 Chronicles 29:11)

10. Yemen facing total collapse as war continues, UN warns - BBC

The United Nations humanitarian chief has said Yemen is facing "total social, economic and institutional collapse". Stephen O'Brien told members of the UN Security Council that "urgent action is required to stem the suffering".

More than two years of civil war in the country has triggered a humanitarian crisis, with almost seven million people on the brink of famine. A resurgence of a cholera outbreak has also resulted in 60,000 suspected cases since April and 500 associated deaths. Mr. O'Brien said the suffering of Yemenis was not a coincidence, or the "result of forces beyond our control" - but rather the fault of those involved and inaction by world powers.

"The people of Yemen are being subjected to deprivation, disease and death as the world watches." "Crisis is not coming, it is not looming, it is here today - on our watch," he added. (Read more)
- Father, we pray the suffering of the Yemeni people would end quickly. We pray the aid commitments would be delivered and for a peace agreement to be signed.

- "For he has not ignored or belittled the suffering of the needy. He has not turned his back on them, but has listened to their cries for help." (Psalm 22:24)