#ourCOG Daily Brief [October 6, 2026]

Good evening, and welcome to #ourCOG Daily Brief for October 6, 2026.

Domestically, we’re tracking a unique solution to the housing crisis on Route 66 in New Mexico, where an investor is renovating old motels into apartments. Meanwhile, the Supreme Court is gearing up for a term with a slimmer docket, but high-profile cases on guns, immigration, and climate change are expected – including a significant decision on whether states can sue Big Oil for climate damages. The upcoming midterms are also seeing President Donald Trump’s foreign policy choices linked to current economic concerns like high gas and grocery prices. And in a fascinating blend of history and technology, the Smithsonian is utilizing AI to connect artifacts from the American Revolution. On the global front, the alliance between Iran and Russia continues to strengthen, benefiting both powers, especially on the battlefield, while Brazil heads to a runoff election for president between Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Flávio Bolsonaro. Our international team also brings us their global news roundup for the week.

Turning to our video library, you can catch up on today’s Chapel message from Paul Conn, revisit the Praise and Worship session from October 4th, and gain insights from Dr. Mark Walker’s message on ‘The Place of Failure.’

From our FaithNews RSS feed, we have updates on the CoGPray launch at the Leadership Gathering, Matthew West’s new album release, pro-life leaders calling on the FDA to restore abortion drug safeguards, and the dedication of a renovated cottage at Smoky Mountain Children’s Home.

In prophecy news, Prime Minister Netanyahu has vowed to ‘finish the mission’ at a somber memorial for Oct 7 victims, highlighting heroism and resolve. On the topic of unexplained phenomena, NASA chief Jared Isaacman wants to stay ‘open-minded’ about UFOs and the possibility of aliens. Geopolitically, Germany is set to launch its first dedicated drone regiment in 2027, and there are reports of a tanker in the Strait of Hormuz being damaged by an unknown projectile. We also hear about the essential role of the Levitical Choir in the Divine service of the Holy Temple, and warnings from Russian President Vladimir Putin about the potential use of ‘all weapons,’ including nuclear, if Kaliningrad is attacked.

Finally, in Jewish history, we look back at October 6th. In 877, Charles the Bald, King of France, passed away; he’s remembered favorably in Jewish history for resisting the anti-Semitic edicts of the Archbishop of Lyon, driven by political and economic motives. Also, on this day in 1014, Samuil of Bulgaria passed away. As Emperor of the First Bulgarian Empire, he provided refuge to Jews fleeing persecution from the Byzantine Empire, and his dynasty’s leaders bore names that could indicate partial Jewish origin.