#ourCOG Daily Brief [December 7, 2025]

Good evening, and welcome to #ourCOG Daily Brief for December 7, 2025.

In U.S. news today, military leaders are under scrutiny, sparking discussions on when troops should salute or push back against orders whose legality is in question. The Supreme Court may soon overturn a nearly century-old precedent that restricts the president’s ability to fire heads of independent federal agencies, a move sought by President Trump. On the education front, San Francisco is addressing the shortage of early childhood educators with an innovative apprenticeship model. Internationally, Ukrainians remain wary bystanders as U.S. and Russian negotiators meet to discuss their future, emphasizing their commitment to compromise but not capitulation. Meanwhile, a rare bipartisan effort in Arizona sees a Democrat and a Republican uniting to support an ICE detainee who has been a positive force in her community. Globally, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced that the second phase of the Gaza ceasefire could begin as soon as the end of the month. The Lebanese government faces the complex challenge of disarming Hezbollah while also needing to implement crucial political and economic reforms to curtail the power of corrupt elites. And amidst ongoing U.S. and Ukrainian peace talks, Russia conducted a large drone and missile attack on Ukraine.

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In FaithNews, Smith has been honored with the Spirit of Azusa Award, while more Americans are embracing ‘Animal Gifting’ this Christmas. Additionally, a foundation has announced a new partnership to support military families in need, and Church of God Publications has released the 75th Anniversary Edition of the beloved “Red Back Hymnal.”

Turning to prophecy news, recent analyses explore the potential ‘fall of Britain,’ attributed to a governing elite perceived as hostile to the country, encompassing both Labour and “conservatives in name only.” There’s also a strong assertion that despite reports of a ceasefire, the war in Israel is ‘not over and there is no peace.’ Discussions also raise the critical question: ‘Is Communism here?’, examining whether it’s subtly advancing within society. Finally, reports highlight meetings between Witkoff and Kushner with Russian President Vladimir Putin, with President Trump expressing a belief that Putin desires an end to the Ukraine war, despite conflicting signals from Russia.

And finally, in Jewish history, looking back to December 7th, 43 BCE, we remember the death of Marcus Tullius Cicero. A famous orator and Patrician, Cicero was a prominent opponent of Julius Caesar and was ultimately executed by Mark Anthony and Octavian after Caesar’s assassination. While a significant historical figure, history records Cicero held deeply negative views towards Jews, describing them as ‘a dark and repulsive force’ and ‘a nation of rascals and deceivers.’ These sentiments were notably evident during his defense of a Roman pro-consul accused of diverting gold intended for the Temple in Jerusalem.