#ourCOG Daily Brief [November 7, 2026]

Good evening, and welcome to #ourCOG Daily Brief for November 7, 2026.

Today’s headlines are dominated by the aftermath of the midterm elections, where U.S. voters signaled a clear desire for change, focusing on issues of corruption, integrity, ethics, and money in politics. The Democratic sweep is expected to significantly influence President Trump’s foreign policy, particularly concerning the ongoing Iran war, which voters identified as a key concern alongside rising prices. Meanwhile, the quest for uranium under Navajo land in New Mexico is stirring up historical tensions. While Democrats gained ground, ballot measures across the country presented a more complex picture of voter sentiment on various policy issues. Internationally, Europe saw a week of hoax bomb threats targeting dozens of flights, causing diversions but thankfully no injuries. In the Middle East, southern Lebanon remains occupied by the Israeli military despite an earlier ceasefire, and in France, student and worker protests over economic conditions are drawing parallels to the historic May 1968 demonstrations.

In our video section, the latest titles include “Imagine Bumping Into Abraham After Jesus Said It Is Finished #shorts #abraham #jesus,” “Are You Under the Old Testament? #shorts #oldtestament #newtestament,” and “Traditions of Lee: Music Showcase | November 6, 2026.”

From the FaithNews RSS feed, we have the latest headlines: “Lee University to Host Celebration 2026 and Homecoming Nov. 5-7,” “Hillsong Worship to Release New Live Songs October 23,” “Great American Media Launches Pure Flix Familia,” and “New Initiative Seeks to Benefit Native American Ministries.”

Turning to prophecy news, recent reports highlight a California city’s move to legally recognize polyamorous partnerships, alongside Pope Leo’s appointment of a feminist supportive of gay blessings, raising questions about societal changes and the Word of God. The political landscape is also in focus, with JD Vance blaming Republican midterm losses on the Iran war and advocating for a change in America’s relationship with Israel. Meanwhile, international discussions on Ukraine’s post-war reconstruction are seeing the EU and NATO outlining distinct roles in Brussels talks. We also hear warnings from Rabbi Elie Mischel about Christians claiming to be the lost tribes of Israel, which he refers to as a revival of replacement theology.

And finally, in Jewish history, we look back at November 7th. In 305 B.C.E., Ptolemy, one of Alexander the Great’s generals, became King of Egypt. Under Ptolemaic rule, Jerusalem and Judea enjoyed comparative religious freedom, a situation that would later change under the Seleucids, setting the stage for the Chanukah story. Fast forward to 994, marking the birthdate of Ibn Hazm, a Cordoba-native Muslim scholar known for his strong opposition to Judaism and Christianity, whose criticisms of the Bible were famously addressed by Rabbi Solomon ibn Adret.