Trump-Xi Summit, Israel Defends UAE & Green at 90 — May 12, 2026

Two of the most powerful men on the planet sit down in Beijing while a Middle East war still smolders — but Scripture reminds us whose hand really directs the kings. Today we look at superpower politics, surprising alliances, justice and mercy, and a 90-year-old still bearing fruit at the piano.Stories Covered• Trump-Xi summit in Beijing and what Americans think about China, tariffs, and Iran• Israel sent Iron Dome batteries and personnel to defend the UAE during the Iran war• Knesset votes 93-0 to establish a special tribunal — with death penalty option — for October 7 attackers• WHO: no sign of a wider hantavirus outbreak• Inflation cools slightly but groceries and rent stay high• Proposed cuts to rural flight subsidies could leave small towns stranded• A 90-year-old grandmother leads worship at her Iowa retirement homeScripture References• Proverbs 21:1 — verse of the day• Isaiah 9:6 — the Prince of Peace• Romans 13 — the governing authority bears the sword• Genesis 9 — the sanctity of human life• 1 Timothy 6 — godliness with contentment• Psalm 92 — the righteous still bear fruit in old ageSponsor: Bible Copilot — Free Bible study app with five inductive study modes. No ads, no data collection. Download on the App Store.Listen: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | RSSConnect: Website: thegospelbriefing.com | Subscribe to the daily newsletter | Share this episode