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Does Christian love require us to treat everyone equally? Or does Scripture teach an order to our responsibilities? In this episode of The Magistrate, Josh Howard and Alex Kocman examine the historic Christian doctrine of ordo amoris—the order of love. From family and church to nation and neighbor, they explore how Christians should prioritize their time, resources, and responsibilities without abandoning compassion for those in need.What does it mean to love your neighbor?Does charity begin at home?How should Christians think about immigration, missions, public policy, and the common good?This conversation tackles one of the most important ethical questions facing the modern church.Topics discussed:Ordo Amoris (Order of Love)Charity Begins at HomeChristian EthicsFamily, Church, and NationBiblical CompassionChristian Nationalism and Public PolicyThe Good SamaritanReformed Theology

We revisited movies that leave emotional dents in the audience. We reflected on the particular impact of Bone Tomahawk, Memento, and No Country for Old Men, each of which demonstrates that filmmakers possess an alarming ability to rearrange our nervous systems using little more than editing, tension, and a refusal to provide comforting explanations. That discussion led naturally to sports culture, which in America occasionally transforms victory into an elaborate public works project involving overturned objects and insurance claims. We traded stories about celebrations that escalated into city-wide chaos, highlighting the peculiar civic tradition of expressing affection for a team by setting fire to things the team had never asked anyone to ignite. Along the way, we examined regional rivalries and the enduring belief that residents of other cities are fundamentally misguided people whose sports preferences reveal deep character flaws. The focus widened to the curious presence of protestors outside Christian rock concerts, a niche activity requiring both logistical commitment and a sophisticated understanding of where Christian rock concerts are being held. We considered how these groups operate and the strange optics of objecting to music performed by people who are, on paper, already in broad ideological agreement with them. We considered how analogies work and whether they can be trained the same way people train themselves to catch flying Frisbees or remember where they parked. Through improv exercises and whatever everyday objects happened to be nearby, we discovered that the human brain is apparently eager to connect unrelated things, which is both the foundation of creativity and the reason someone eventually compares municipal budgeting to a crockpot. We also explored the paradox of songwriting, where jokes sometimes become hits and carefully engineered masterpieces occasionally disappear without a trace. Creating under pressure requires a willingness to chase ideas that initially sound ridiculous, while popularity itself remains stubbornly indifferent to effort, expertise, or anyone's carefully developed five-year plan. The same unpredictability surfaced in conversations about celebrity opinions, social media bans, and the mysterious mechanics by which certain people become influential while others post into the digital equivalent of an abandoned mall food court. By the end, we had connected improv exercises, traumatic movie endings, championship riots, concert protestors, songwriting deadlines, curmudgeonly tendencies, and the fragile economics of internet fame.

This week’s episode of the Prison Pulpit once again gives us the opportunity to talk about Wang Yi’s Early Rain Church in Sichuan, China. The church was forcibly closed down in December of 2018, which is when Wang Yi went to Prison. The remaining congregation has continued to be harassed all these years. I'm your China travel guide in exile, Missionary Ben. Follow me on Twitter/X (@chinaadventures) where I share a new Chinese city to pray for every single day. Feel free to email anytime: chinacompass @ privacyport.com. Check out PrayGiveGo.us for everything else, incl. Patreon, Substack & books… Unbeaten: My Arrest, Interrogation + Deportation from China (Unbeaten.vip) Orthodox Christians killed and historic church destroyed in Ethiopia https://www.opendoorsuk.org/news/latest-news/ethiopia-attack-orthodox-christians-killed/ Boko Haram Hostages Released https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ce8j0jn4xjgo China detains two leaders of Early Rain, an influential underground church https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ce9582vlm83o Follow China Compass Thank you for listening! Subscribe & leave a review on your preferred podcast platform! And don’t forget to visit PrayGiveGo.us for books + Heb. 13:3: Remember those who are in prison, “as bound with them”!

In this episode of the Podcast for Cultural Reformation, Pastor Nate Wright and Dr. Joe Boot continue the Think Christianly series by addressing the sanctity of human life from womb to tomb. Working through Psalm 139, they examine the intimate providence of God, the mystery and wonder of life in the womb, and why the Christian defence of life must begin not with public policy, but with the doctrine of God. From abortion to euthanasia, they trace how the rejection of God’s authority has led to a culture of death, where human autonomy and state power seek to usurp the Creator’s lordship over life. They also consider the often-neglected closing verses of Psalm 139, showing why Christians must learn to hate evil rightly while calling sinners to repentance under the mercy of Christ. This conversation calls the church to recover a biblical vision of life, worship the God who forms us in the womb, and speak courageously against the destruction of His image.

Is America’s moral decline primarily the result of an unfaithful church—or are Christians wrongly blaming the bride of Christ for the rebellion of an unbelieving culture? In this episode of The World View, Alex Kocman sits down with Gabriel “The Waterboy” Rench of the FLF Network for an informal but direct debate over the church, the culture, national repentance, Christian responsibility, and the reign of Christ over every area of life. They discuss America’s Christian heritage, the role of the family, church, and civil government, whether the church has failed in its prophetic responsibility, and how Christians should think about cultural collapse without losing confidence in the victorious kingdom of Christ. This is a debate Christians need to have. Topics include: Church and culture America’s moral decline Christian nationalism National repentance The role of the civil magistrate The responsibility of the church The reign of Christ Postmillennial hope Family, church, and state The future of Christian America Featuring: Alex Kocman and Gabriel Rench From: Eschatology Matters / The World View

Fatherhood is one of the greatest callings with some of the greatest responsibilities. Host Casey Harper is joined by Family Research Council’s Harold Harper and Jared Bridges to share how becoming fathers transformed their lives. They discuss raising children in the truth of the Gospel, nurturing their God-given gifts, and helping them discern God’s will in everyday decisions. They also discuss the impact of having spiritual mentors and father figures who can guide, encourage, and help you become a more Christlike father.

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Send us Fan Mail This week Greg sat down with our dear friend of the podcast, Pastor Claude Ramsey. Claude is the Pastor of Reformata Baptist Church, Host of Here I Stand Theology Podcast, and Author of his latest book: A Pastoral Commentary on Revelations. They discussed how to read through the Book of Revelation, the four different views of Eschotology, as well as some of the misconceptions and traditions overlayed in Revelation. Enjoy! Here Pastor Claude Ramsey speak at the Abiding in Christ Conference HERE Dominion Wealth Strategists are the only Kingdom minded company that you need to use. Set up a free consultation here today! You need to protect your sword! Beautiful, classic, and one of a kind! Design your bible rebind from Deus Vult today! 10% for all Dead Men listeners with the code "DEADMANWALKING" Covenant Real Estate: "Confidence from Contract to Close" Facebook: Dead Men Walking PodcastYoutube: Dead Men Walking PodcastInstagram: @DeadMenWalkingPodcastTwitter X: @RealDMWPodcastExclusive Content: PubTV AppSupport the show Check out out the Dead Men Walking snarky merch HERE! Build something for God's glory through Covenant Real Estate! Greg Moore Jr. can help you buy, sell, and invest! Call him at (734) 731-GREG or visit www.covenant.realestate 10% off a rebound bible from Deus Vult Rebinding with the code DEADMANWALKING

Send us Fan Mail This week Greg sat down with our dear friend of the podcast, Pastor Claude Ramsey. Claude is the Pastor of Reformata Baptist Church, Host of Here I Stand Theology Podcast, and Author of his latest book: A Pastoral Commentary on Revelations. They discussed how to read through the Book of Revelation, the four different views of Eschatology, as well as some of the misconceptions and traditions overlayed in Revelation. Enjoy! Here Pastor Claude Ramsey speak at the Abiding in Christ Conference HERE Dominion Wealth Strategists are the only Kingdom minded company that you need to use. Set up a free consultation here today! You need to protect your sword! Beautiful, classic, and one of a kind! Design your bible rebind from Deus Vult today! 10% for all Dead Men listeners with the code "DEADMANWALKING" Covenant Real Estate: "Confidence from Contract to Close" Facebook: Dead Men Walking PodcastYoutube: Dead Men Walking PodcastInstagram: @DeadMenWalkingPodcastTwitter X: @RealDMWPodcastExclusive Content: PubTV AppSupport the show Check out out the Dead Men Walking snarky merch HERE! Build something for God's glory through Covenant Real Estate! Greg Moore Jr. can help you buy, sell, and invest! Call him at (734) 731-GREG or visit www.covenant.realestate 10% off a rebound bible from Deus Vult Rebinding with the code DEADMANWALKING

Who is the mysterious "man of lawlessness" in 2 Thessalonians 2? In this episode, pastor Stephen Baker examines one of the most debated passages in all of eschatology. While many Christians view this text as a prediction of a future Antichrist, this study explores whether Paul was instead describing first-century events leading up to the destruction of Jerusalem in A.D. 70. By examining the apostasy, the temple, the restrainer, and the historical setting of Nero Caesar, we consider how Paul's warning would have been understood by its original audience and what it teaches us about judgment, rebellion, and the last days. Was Paul predicting our future—or explaining their future?

Has Trump finally come to a deal with Iran to end the war? In this episode of The Sentinel Report, Alex Newman analyzes what we know so far. All the while, Tulsi Gabbard at ODNI is saying the U.S. has been funding biolabs across the world, proving yet another "conspiracy theory” to be correct. In the U.K. digital IDs are ramping up, as Prime Minister Keir Starmer bans social media for all children under the age of 16. We hate to say "we told you so." Joining the show to shed light on the news are Christian pro-life powerhouse and White Rose Resistance founder Seth Gruber to discuss “Pride Month" and abortion, plus Renegade Retirement founder Andrew Winnett to discuss the little-known truth behind SpaceX’s IPO and the looming Social Security collapse. Finally, journalist and Liberty Sentinel COO Andrew Muller joins Newman to break down Florida’s hot governor race and reviews the show’s interviews with the top candidates.

Anger doesn't always explode. Sometimes it lingers beneath the surface, quietly growing into resentment, bitterness, and broken relationships. In this episode of Take Heart, Cory Wing examines what Scripture teaches about anger, bitterness, forgiveness, and healing. Drawing from Ephesians, Proverbs, James, Hebrews, and the teachings of Christ, he explains the difference between righteous anger and sinful anger, why bitterness is so dangerous, and how the gospel provides lasting freedom. Whether you're struggling with unresolved conflict, resentment toward someone who has hurt you, or simply want to grow in Christlike forgiveness, this episode offers practical biblical wisdom and encouragement.

It has been 18 years of marriage for The Pod Ninja and the Peaches! They spent the day carting the fruit of their marriage to various activities...How long does a parrot live? (And, should we buy one to incorporate in the Peaches' pirate costume?) Also, hopefully our children don't get devoured by bugs at camp. THEN: John thought he had a thing he wanted to mention... Should we listen to people who "just want someone to listen"?LATER: Certain Christians genuinely feel BAD when we start spreading the Gospel and winning converts successfully. Why? Because, when we grow the invisible Kingdom of God, it starts to have an impact on the visible nations here on earth. And we have been told it's BAD to have political power. Contact the Comedian's Family by emailing nextdoor@johnbranyan.com

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Today’s show engages the recent encyclical of Pope Leo XIV, Magnifica Humanitas. The encyclical offers wise guidance from a Christian set of resources to help human beings protect their humanity and the common good in light of the radical changes coming from advanced technologies, especially AI. The pugs especially focus on the call for discernment, and offer some insight into the riches that Christian faith offers in that regard. Encyclical Letter Magnifica Humanitas: https://www.vatican.va/content/leo-xiv/en/encyclicals/documents/20260515-magnifica-humanitas.html Support the Theology Pugcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetheologypugcast?fbclid=IwAR17UHhfzjphO52C_kkZfursA_C784t0ldFix0wyB4fd-YOJpmOQ3dyqGf8 Learn more about First Pres. Battle Ground: https://www.solochristo.org/ Connect with WileyCraft Productions: https://wileycraftproductions.com/

Why would Jesus compare Himself to a bronze serpent? In John 3:14–15, Jesus connects His crucifixion to one of the most unusual events in the Old Testament—Moses lifting up the bronze serpent in the wilderness. In this episode of Shadows to Substance, George Sayour explores how Numbers 21 points directly to Christ, revealing a powerful picture of sin, judgment, faith, and salvation. Discover how the curse of Eden, the wilderness rebellion, and the cross all come together in one remarkable biblical pattern—and why Jesus said that just as Moses lifted up the serpent, so the Son of Man must be lifted up. Those who looked in faith lived then. Those who look to Christ in faith live now.

I recently sat down with the Campus Preacher, Keith Darrell, to discuss a variety of topics, including his "favorite" bar in Butte, Montana, Chinese racists and feminists, and getting heckled (and shut down) while preaching Down Under. Campus Preacher Podcast: https://pubtv.flfnetwork.com/tabs/audio/podcasts/8304 Campus Preacher Website: https://www.campuspreacher.com/ Campus Preacher Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/KeithDarrell Campus Preacher Instagram: @campuspreacher Pray for China Weekly (6/15-21): https://chinacall.substack.com/p/pray-for-china-june-15-21-2026 Subscribe to China Compass and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. Follow me on X (@chinaadventures) where I post new China city prayer profiles every day. Email me anytime with notes, questions, or comments: chinacompass at privacyport dot com. Learn more about our ministry, including my missionary biographies, at PrayGiveGo.us!

America just crossed a DANGEROUS milestone with the national debt that should trouble everyone, regardless of politics. The debt is now above 100 percent of national gross domestic product, or GDP, explains Alex Newman in this episode of The Sentinel Report. It must be addressed before catastrophe. Thankfully, the affordability crisis might finally receive long-overdue attention in Midwestern and Southern states this year through the elimination of property taxes. Newman and Liberty Sentinel COO and journalist Andrew Muller analyze Florida's plan to phase out property taxes. Now other states are watching and following suit. In other good news, Tina Peters, the former Mesa County clerk, is being released after a legal battle that captivated election integrity activists nationwide. After the news segment, Sam Anthony, the founder of YourNews joins Newman to breakdown how the fake media lies to you discuss California’s war on citizen journalism. Later, Cindy Jenkins, the founder of the Healthcare Accountability Initiative, joins the show to blow the whistle on critical flaws in our healthcare system, and finally, Mark and Amber Archer, the founders of Fearless Features, discuss how to be free in Christ.

Did Jesus' prophecy in Matthew 24 find its fulfillment in the destruction of Jerusalem in A.D. 70? In this final installment of his Olivet Discourse series, Matt Plett walks through the major themes of Matthew 24, the fall of Jerusalem, the end of the old covenant age, and the victorious reign of Christ. Learn why many Christians believe Jesus' words were fulfilled exactly as He predicted—and what that means for the church, the Great Commission, and the future of Christ's kingdom.

Recent episodes have put an emphasis on growing in our knowledge of Christ in relation to how Christians should think about certain abortion legislation being proposed, but shouldn't that apply to the way Christians think and talk about law and public policy advocacy generally? What might that look like? Two passages of Scripture and a comment by John Owen provide an answer to which David adds to applications.

Tune into this episode of Leadership Now with Dr. Aaron Rock where Aaron begins a new series called "10 Things". In this series, Aaron will present ten things that contrasting people wish their counterparts knew, starting with things that women wish that men knew. More Resources: More resources at beachheadmedia.ca Beachhead Media YouTube

The Presbyterian Church in America's (PCA) interim committee report on Christian Nationalism is already generating significant discussion across the Reformed world. In this episode of The Magistrate, George Sayour examines the report's ten conclusions, the PCA's 1788 Westminster Standards, church-state relations, establishmentarianism, civil magistrates, and the committee's guidance for pastors, elders, and churches. George also evaluates where the report is helpful, where it may be challenged, and what it could mean for future debates within the PCA regarding Christian Nationalism, Christian citizenship, and the relationship between church and state.

We began by asking one of humanity's most pressing questions: What if the Bible has been secretly giving us directions to American landmarks this whole time? We examined theories involving overlaid maps of the Middle East, hidden symbols in U.S. geography, the Gates of Babylon, and connections between ancient Hebrew references and modern-day Utah. It turns out that if you are willing to move enough maps around, almost anything can become a prophetic revelation, including, presumably, a shopping mall in Ohio. We revisited familiar arguments about whether the Apollo missions were genuine achievements of science or elaborate productions made with technology rivaling a 1970s science-fiction movie. Along the way, we considered Russian skepticism, flat earth theories, Antarctic ice walls, and the enduring belief that governments are capable of hiding virtually anything from the public, except tax deadlines. From there, we turned our attention to artificial intelligence, which is rapidly advancing toward a future in which robots may drive us across town, deliver supplies in hospitals, and judge our inability to remember internet passwords. We discussed autonomous vehicles operating in Atlanta, humanoid robots under development, and the unsettling prospect of entrusting our care to machines whose understanding of compassion rivals drink dispensers. Popular culture has spent decades warning us about this outcome, although in fairness, movies also convinced us that fax machines would be important forever. We explored Bigfoot, cryptids, ghosts, and biblical accounts involving spirits communicating with human beings. Rather than treating these topics as mere folklore, we considered them through a theological lens, discussing demonic deception, the story of Saul and the witch of Endor, and the challenge of discerning what experiences should be understood as spiritual realities rather than unexplained phenomena. Few podcasts allow for a transition from self-driving cars to ancient necromancy, but we strive to provide a well-rounded experience. Eventually, we arrived at the universal language of childhood memories. We reminisced about the household remedies and candies that shaped entire generations, including Mentos, Vicks Vapor Rub, hot sauce, and the unwavering confidence of adults who believed that applying enough ointment could address any medical concern. These products occupied a curious space between medicine, tradition, and family mythology, passed down with the same certainty usually reserved for the laws of physics. By the end, we had traveled from biblical geography to moon conspiracies, from robot caregivers to Bigfoot, and from ghost stories to the healing reputation of Vicks Vapor Rub. Somewhere between questioning official narratives and remembering the candy of our youth, we found ourselves reflecting on the stories people inherit, the explanations they construct, and the remarkable human ability to approach both ancient mysteries and chest congestion with absolute conviction.

In this episode of the Podcast for Cultural Reformation, Pastor Nate Wright and Dr. Joe Boot revisit Canada’s Bill C-9, now moving toward becoming law, and explain why its implications extend far beyond Canada. They discuss the bill’s vague definition of “hatred,” the removal of religious protections, and the potential consequences for pastors, churches, Christian schools, and ministries seeking to remain faithful to Scripture. Nate and Joe also consider how this legislation may affect preaching, church discipline, Christian education, institutional policies, and public witness. Rather than calling Christians to panic or retreat, they urge the church to prepare now with courage, clarity, and conviction—remaining faithful to Christ even when faithfulness becomes costly.

Welcome to the weekly “Prison Pulpit” series on the China Compass podcast! I'm your China travel guide, Missionary Ben. You can follow me on X (@chinaadventures) where I post daily reminders to pray for China (PrayforChina.us). To learn more about our ministry endeavors or get one of my missionary biographies, visit www.PrayGiveGo.us! Why the Prison Pulpit? I record this weekly Prison Pulpit series to encourage you to pray for Pastor Wang Yi (and others like him) as Hebrews 13:3 teaches, by sharing his own words and sermons, as well as many stories and sermons from within prison walls by the late Richard Wurmbrand, which is where we will focus today… I start out by explaining why Michael Wurmbrand (Richard's Son) no longer supports Voice of the Martyrs, the ministry he helped start Next we look at a couple of old prison testimonies Michael published (for the first time) in his most recent newsletter. For more info: Wurmbrand's Current Ministry: HelpforRefugees.com Free Books and More: RichardWurmbrandFoundation.org Follow China Compass Follow or subscribe to China Compass wherever you are listening. You can also send any questions or comments via comment or DM on X: @chinaadventures. Hebrews 13:3

Josh Howard explains three major reasons why Mormonism differs from historic, orthodox Christianity. Examining the nature of God, the Trinity, and the person of Jesus Christ, this short highlights key doctrinal differences between Mormon theology and the historic Christian faith. While Christians should show love and compassion toward their Mormon neighbors, truth matters—and understanding these differences is essential for faithful gospel witness.

For decades, many Christians have been taught to think of themselves as outsiders in a culture they can no longer influence. But is that mindset actually biblical? this episode of The Worldview, Alex Kocman sits down with Chase Davis to discuss what it means for Christians to "assume the center" and live with confidence in an increasingly disordered age. They discuss: • Why Christianity should be viewed as normal rather than marginal • How believers can resist despair, cynicism, and resentment • The relationship between faithfulness and cultural influence • Building strong families, churches, and communities • Why Christian men must recover courage, responsibility, and agency • Evangelism, discipleship, and long-term cultural engagement • What it means to live as if Christ truly reigns If you've ever wondered whether Christians should withdraw from culture or engage it with confidence, this conversation is for you. Subscribe to Eschatology Matters for biblical theology, cultural analysis, and Christ-centered discussions that equip believers for faithful living in every sphere of life.

Building something that outlasts us is a design choice we make while we're still in the middle of it. The difference between owning a job and owning a business is that the job dies with the one doing it. A business survives the founder.

Go to retirementrenegade.com/liberty. Use promo code LIBERTY at checkout. Do it today: retirementrenegade.com/liberty The United Nations is sounding the alarm about a looming global food crisis even as its own policies continue to undermine farmers and food production. Meanwhile, Connecticut is escalating its attacks on homeschooling families, raising serious concerns about parental rights and educational freedom. In Washington, President Trump has selected William Pulte as the new Director of National Intelligence and reportedly tasked him with conducting a major housecleaning within the intelligence apparatus. We examine what this could mean for accountability, transparency, and the future of America's national security institutions. Also in the news, government agencies in Florida and California are releasing up to 32 million sterilized male mosquitoes as part of efforts to combat mosquito-borne diseases. We investigate the science, the stated goals, and the questions many citizens are asking. Guests join to shed light on the news: As Pride Month dominates headlines, a growing number of communities are pushing back by recognizing Faith, Family, and Fatherhood Month instead. Seth Tweeddale of Citizens Defending Freedom, who is behind the push, joins Newman to discuss this movement and what it says about America's cultural crossroads. On health, Dr. Ron Elfenbein, an emergency medicine physician who was prosecuted by the DOJ for pushing back against the COVID jab, joins to discuss how the weaponization of government against doctors that refused to implement the experimental shot is still ongoing. Finally, author and apologist Alex McFarland joins the program to examine the debate over the "manosphere," toxic masculinity, and the crisis of manhood facing modern society. What does authentic, biblical masculinity look like, and why does it matter? All this and more on The Sentinel Report with Alex Newman.

Will God completely destroy the earth at the end of history? Many Christians picture the end times as God wiping creation away and replacing it with an entirely different world. But is that actually what Scripture teaches? In Episode #10 of Top 10 Most Controversial Verses: Eschatology Edition, Josh Howard examines Revelation 21:1 and one of the biggest questions in biblical prophecy: when Scripture speaks of a “new heaven and new earth,” does it mean annihilation—or renewal? Looking at Revelation 21 alongside 2 Peter 3, Noah’s flood, Isaiah’s prophecies, and the Bible’s larger theme of restoration, this episode explores whether God abandons creation… or redeems it.

CrossPolitic One-on-One — Show Notes: Chris Stadler On this episode of CrossPolitic One-on-One, the Waterboy welcomes Chris Stadler, creative strategist, former University of Oregon instructor, and founder of chrisstadler.com, into the studio to talk about why most marketing fails to win hearts and minds — and how a disciplined, logical creative strategy process gives businesses, churches, and Christian institutions the tools to differentiate, build real meaning, and take the dominion mandate seriously in the marketplace. Chris breaks down his three-step process — positioning analysis, target audience recommendation, and the creative brief — and the Waterboy explains why your marketing department should be the biggest risk-taker in your company (and why your HR department might need to be fired). Timestamps 00:00 — Intro & sponsors 02:16 — Meet Chris Stadler: copywriter, professor, brand strategist 05:02 — What a creative strategy process actually does 08:09 — “Price is all your customers care about because you haven’t given them anything else to care about” 10:02 — Step 1: Positioning analysis — how do you match up? 20:56 — Step 2: Target audience — who cares? (Meet CrossPolitic’s “Sam”) 24:14 — How Bud Light skipped the process 25:01 — Step 3: The creative brief — why do they care? 26:39 — Why most companies should fire their marketing department 29:35 — Disney, GE, Cannondale & other case studies 31:38 — Fight Laugh Feast 2026 & closing Connect with Chris Stadler Website: https://chrisstadler.com Email: cstadler@chrisstadler.com Chris is also a member of the Business Makers Network — join at the link below. This Episode’s Sponsors Dominion Wealth Strategies — Financial strategies aligned with biblical principles. From baptism to burial, Dominion’s got you covered. Book your free consultation: https://reformed.money Story Real Estate — Abundant giving, building legacy, doing things together. Join the team: https://storyrealestate.com (click Menu → Join Our Team) About CrossPolitic CrossPolitic exists to put Jesus over Politics and reclaim the public square through bold, joyful, biblically grounded media. We confront the chaos discipling America and build the next generation of Christian media infrastructure. Our mission is simple: all of Christ for all of media for all of America. Mainstream media is collapsing. Eighty-seven percent of journalists identify as progressive, and even many conservative outlets prioritize profit over principle. Meanwhile, billions of hours of digital content are discipling the world every day. CrossPolitic stands in that gap, producing courageous, entertaining, truth-filled media for households, churches, and leaders across the nation. Become a CrossPolitic Club Member Support the mission and unlock exclusive content, behind-the-scenes shows, and theology series. https://pubtv.flfnetwork.com/menu/checkout Subscribe & Share! Every like, comment, and share helps push Christian media back into the algorithm where it belongs. Join Us at Our Next National Conference Sign up for Fight Laugh Feast 2026: Holy Wars, happening October 1–3 in Franklin, Tennessee. We’re almost halfway sold out — and Early Bird pricing ends July 1st! https://tickets.flfnetwork.com/holy-wars-conference Follow CrossPolitic YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CROSSPOLITIC X: https://x.com/CrossPolitic Facebook: https://facebook.com/crosspolitic Instagram: https://instagram.com/crosspolitic Join our Email List: https://crosspolitic.com/ Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, NRBTV, DirecTV, Dish, and everywhere podcasts are found. #CrossPolitic #ChrisStadler #Marketing #CreativeStrategy #ChristianBusiness #ChristianMedia

It has been an unsusual week. Things feel off cars, coaches got kicked out of sports games, and Bridger saw a pirate! It's Bible camp season--but some people need to BE camp counselors more than the kids need them to be counselors... LATER: What does an ideal apologetics course look like?Contact the Comedian's family by emailing nextdoor@johnbranyan.com

What does it mean to live Coram Deo? In this episode of Take Heart, Corey Wing explores the rich Reformed concept of Coram Deo—living every moment of life before the face of God. Far more than a theological phrase, Coram Deo reminds Christians that every thought, word, and action takes place in God's presence, under His authority, and for His glory. Whether at work, at home, in worship, or in private moments no one else sees, believers are called to live with joyful awareness of God's nearness and sovereignty. Discover how this forgotten truth can transform your worship, strengthen your integrity, and deepen your walk with Christ.

Your time running this business is shorter than you think. It always is. That's not a reason to panic. It's a reason to stop deferring and start building with the kind of clarity that only comes from knowing the clock is real.

“Knowledge is Power, Francis Bacon”—we’ve all heard it over and over. But what did he mean? And was he right, or did he intentionally leave important things to know out of his thinking? He’s credited with developing the scientific method, and we should be grateful for this part of his legacy, but people have speculated from the start that he was a closet atheist. He was Thomas Hobbes’s mentor, what should we make of that? Join the pugsters for another free wheeling conversation, today with David Innes, author of, Francis Bacon. (We apologize for the poor quality of Chris’s microphone, there were “technical difficulties” as they say in the business.) Order Francis Bacon (Great Thinkers): https://a.co/d/0bDmLcxr Support the Theology Pugcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetheologypugcast?fbclid=IwAR17UHhfzjphO52C_kkZfursA_C784t0ldFix0wyB4fd-YOJpmOQ3dyqGf8 Learn more about First Pres. Battle Ground: https://www.solochristo.org/ Connect with WileyCraft Productions: https://wileycraftproductions.com/

In this episode of Shadows to Substance, Pastor George Sayour explores one of the most remarkable themes in the Gospel of John: Jesus Christ as the true temple of God. Far more than a collection of miracles and teachings, John's Gospel presents Jesus as the fulfillment of the tabernacle, the temple, the sacrifices, and the entire system of Old Covenant worship. From "the Word became flesh and dwelt among us" to the empty tomb, John reveals that everything pointed to Christ. Scholars have long noted John's extensive use of temple imagery to portray Jesus as God's ultimate dwelling place among His people. Join us as we trace these connections throughout John's Gospel and discover how the shadows of the Old Testament find their substance in Jesus Christ.

I was blessed to sit down once again with Pastor Doug Wilson in his Idaho office to discuss a variety of China-related topics, including Trump's China tactics and whether or not Doug thinks he'll ever stand on the Great Wall of China. We also spent quite a few minutes discussing his early years in Japan, which was sort of unplanned. The conversation was fascinating and fun and we only stopped because of time restraints. I have a few more questions that I had to leave for a future conversation. Here's the link to our previous conversation back in the Fall of 2025, of which I wrote the following... In our 30+ minute conversation, we touched on many topics including the Great Leap Forward, Mao’s Great Famine, Doug’s Submarine Adventures with a Taiwanese crew, the China Legacies of Richard Nixon and Jimmy Carter, the Tiananmen Square massacre (and revival), China’s modern-day revival, C.S. Lewis’s 1946 China optimism vs. Doug’s (short-term) pessimism, Hebrews 13:3 and how to pray for the persecuted, and PrayforChina.us’s helpful strategy! https://pubtv.flfnetwork.com/tabs/audio/podcasts/30293/episodes/133 We would welcome donations to help us equip pastors in the Chinese house church network I mentioned in my conversation with Doug. Here is the website to the ministry I lead, Mission Catalyst: MCI3.org Follow me on X (@chinaadventures) where I post new China city prayer profiles every single day. Feel free to email me any notes, questions, or comments: chinacompass at privacyport dot com Learn more about our China work, including my missionary biographies, at PrayGiveGo.us! Subscribe to China Compass and leave a review on your preferred podcast platform. Luke 10, vs. 2, the harvest is plentiful but the workers are few. Talk again soon!

This week, we—John Branyan, Juan DeVevo, and David Pendleton—attempt to explain the difference between a religious retreat and a conference, which is harder than it sounds when three middle-aged guys start wandering off into cultural analysis. We argue that a retreat is less about workshops, breakout sessions, and laminated name tags, and more about fellowship, spiritual encouragement, and remembering that other humans exist in three dimensions. From there, we stumble into the world of modern comedy, where a comedian can become famous one 30-second reel at a time and then discover that getting people to watch an entire live show is a completely different skill. We look at how social media has changed the business, and why collecting views online isn't always the same thing as holding an audience's attention in a room that doesn't have a scroll button. That naturally leads us into technology, AI, and our growing habit of interacting with screens instead of people. We wrestle with what happens to culture, faith, and ordinary human contact when more of life becomes virtual. Along the way, we examine declining church attendance, shifting patterns of religious engagement between men and women, and the way culture seems to be breaking into smaller and smaller tribes. We wonder what happens when shared institutions disappear and everyone gets their own customized version of reality. By the end, we're connecting all of it—retreats, comedy clubs, AI, church pews, families, and digital life. The common thread is our tendency to replace difficult, imperfect, real-world relationships with easier virtual substitutes. We don't solve the problem, but we do spend a considerable amount of time proving that friends with microphones can still gather in person and talk about it.

In this episode of Down to Earth Theology, Matt Plett concludes his exposition of Matthew 24 by examining Jesus' teaching on the faithful and wicked servants. Far from encouraging passivity, Christ calls His people to faithful stewardship, kingdom service, and obedience while awaiting His return. Matt explores how Matthew 24:45–51 applied to the generation that witnessed the destruction of Jerusalem and how its warning continues to challenge Christians today. What does kingdom readiness actually look like? How should pastors, elders, church members, fathers, mothers, and ordinary believers live in light of Christ's reign? And what separates the faithful servant from the wicked servant? Join us as we conclude this important study of Matthew 24 and consider Christ's call to faithful dominion, service, and perseverance.

Today we consider the response to pro-life apologist Scott Klusendorf published by the Foundation to Abolish Abortion (FAA), proponents of legislation presented under the rhetoric of "equal protection" for the unborn. Some of FAA leaders want the SBC to take up the issue next week. What wisdom does FAA offer? What do we find of Christ in its counsel?

Check out this episode of Leadership Now with Dr. Aaron Rock where Aaron talks about the ongoing threat of censorship, and why Christians must oppose it. More Resources: More resources at beachheadmedia.ca Beachhead Media YouTube

Should Christians love their own nation more than other nations? Does patriotism conflict with the Great Commission? And what does the Bible teach about our responsibilities to family, church, community, and nation? In this special in-studio episode of The Magistrate, Josh Howard is joined by guest host Alex Kocman for a discussion on patriotism, nationalism, missions, and the Christian doctrine of rightly ordered loves . Drawing from Scripture, Augustine, Aquinas, and the historic Christian tradition, they explore whether Christians have unique obligations toward their own people and nation, how patriotism differs from nationalism, and why love for those nearest to us does not negate our responsibility to the nations.Topics include:Christian patriotismOrdered lovesThe Great CommissionNationalism and "America First"Civil magistrates and public lifeFamily, church, and nationBiblical duties and loyaltiesMissions and evangelismCan love of country be a virtue? Or does it inevitably compete with loyalty to Christ? This episode tackles one of the most debated questions facing Christians today.

In this episode of the Podcast for Cultural Reformation, Dr. Michael Thiessen and Dr. Joe Boot discuss identity from a biblical worldview. They look at how modern culture has detached identity from God and made it something each person must create for themselves. They trace how ideas from philosophy, psychology, critical theory, transgenderism, and transhumanism have shaped the modern view of the self. In contrast, Scripture teaches that human identity begins with creation: we are made by God, in the image of God, male and female, with purpose and responsibility before Him. This episode explains why the modern identity crisis is really a worship crisis, and why true identity can only be found in Jesus Christ.

Welcome to another special episode in the weekly “Prison Pulpit” series on the China Compass podcast! I'm your China travel guide, Missionary Ben, currently returning (overland) to Oklahoma from Moscow, Idaho. You can follow me on X (@chinaadventures) where I post daily reminders to pray for China (PrayforChina.us). To learn more about our ministry endeavors or get one of my missionary biographies, visit www.PrayGiveGo.us! Why the Prison Pulpit? I want to remind you once again why I do this weekly Prison Pulpit series: to encourage you to pray for Pastor Wang Yi (and others like him) as Hebrews 13:3 teaches us, by sharing from his own words and sermons, as well as many stories and sermons from the late Richard Wurmbrand. Pastor Wang Yi’s Prayer for the (Chinese) Nation https://www.wangyilibrary.org/en/post/a-prayer-for-the-nation Bonus: If Xi Jinping Does Not Repent, He Will Perish! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eWuv55YgKjY Follow China Compass Follow or subscribe to China Compass wherever you are listening. You can also send any questions or comments via comment or DM on X: @chinaadventures. Hebrews 13:3

Was the Book of Revelation written during Nero's reign—or decades later under Domitian? In Episode 9 of the Revelation Series, Jay Rogers examines the evidence behind one of the most important debates in biblical prophecy: the date of Revelation. If Revelation was written before AD 70, it may have been addressing events unfolding in real time—including Nero's persecution, the coming destruction of Jerusalem, and the crisis facing the first-century church. In this episode: The still-standing Temple in Revelation 11 The meaning of the "one is" statement in Revelation 17 The sequence of Roman emperors Early church testimony and historical evidence Syriac manuscript traditions The significance of Nero's 42-month persecution Was Revelation written as a warning to Christians living through an approaching judgment—or as a prophecy about events far in the future? This episode explores the evidence and why the dating of Revelation changes how the entire book is understood.

Nerve is something we like here at Business 300. Nerve is what enables a business owner to decide and act. But knowing you need nerve and knowing what to do with it in the moment of doubt are different things. This is about that moment. You've done the work, examined what you can, named your assumptions, counted the cost — and you still aren't sure. What do you do?