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In this episode, the CrossPolitic guys break down the CNN coverage of Pastor Doug Wilson's growing Christian community with guests Lennox Kalifungwa (Digital Engagement Officer at New St. Andrews College) and Pastor Jared Longshore (Associate Pastor at Christ Church). They discuss the interview process, the media's framing of their positions, and provide context for their biblical convictions on topics like representation, family structure, and Christian cultural engagement. The conversation offers an inside look at how mainstream media covers conservative Christian communities and the theological reasoning behind positions that have generated significant online discussion and debate. Fight Laugh Feast 2025 Conference (October 16-18, Nashville) - Register HERE: https://flfnetwork.com

In our chat, we dive into the wild world of everyday life, chatting about everything from hoarding toilet paper like it's the new gold to the quirks of home decor that make us question our sanity. We share personal tales about our hobbies, like lake diving and the nostalgia of cereal box prizes that made us feel like treasure hunters, all while tossing in some takes on pop culture, like Superman's questionable fashion choices and those charming Southern accents that make everything sound like a song. We also explore the mind-bending paradoxes of time travel, the quirks of Quantum Leap, and our love for older TV shows that remind us of simpler times. We discuss how comedy has evolved in today's political climate, the impact of documentaries on pop culture, and the wisdom from unconventional teachers who taught us that life is one big improv show. And, of course, we can't forget our take on therapy and self-improvement, because who doesn't love a good laugh while figuring out life's mysteries? Through our banter and commentary, we reflect on how these topics intertwine with our personal experiences and societal observations, all while keeping the laughs rolling.

In this episode, the CrossPolitic guys break down the CNN coverage of Pastor Doug Wilson's growing Christian community with guests Lennox Kalifungwa (Digital Engagement Officer at New St. Andrews College) and Pastor Jared Longshore (Associate Pastor at Christ Church). They discuss the interview process, the media's framing of their positions, and provide context for their biblical convictions on topics like representation, family structure, and Christian cultural engagement. The conversation offers an inside look at how mainstream media covers conservative Christian communities and the theological reasoning behind positions that have generated significant online discussion and debate. Fight Laugh Feast 2025 Conference (October 16-18, Nashville) - Register HERE: https://flfnetwork.com

Doug Wilson, pastor of Christ's Church in Moscow ID, was recently featured on CNN. Who is Doug Wilson? An old friend, Pastor Tim Bushong, gives context to the CNN interview.

In this episode of CrossPolitic, hosts Gabe Knox and Toby sit down with real estate experts Jordan Clemans and Chris Carpenter from Story Real Estate to tackle the harsh realities of today's housing market. With interest rates at 6.5%, median home prices around $400,000 nationwide, and the average first-time homebuyer now 38 years old (compared to 22 in the 1950s), the American dream of homeownership feels increasingly out of reach. The guys break down how government intervention, Federal Reserve policies, and inflated expectations have created a perfect storm that's pricing out an entire generation. But it's not all doom and gloom. Jordan and Chris present a practical three-step framework for building generational wealth through real estate. The conversation also dives into Moscow's local housing challenges, the failure of government "affordable housing" solutions, and why community-based approaches work better than top-down bureaucratic fixes. Check out the Story Real Estate website here: https://www.storyrealestate.com Fight Laugh Feast 2025 Conference (October 16-18, Nashville) - Register HERE: https://flfnetwork.com

In this episode of the Podcast for Cultural Reformation, Dr. Joe Boot and Ezra Fellow Rev. Dr. Aaron Rock delve into the contemporary crises facing the Western family structure, focusing on marriage, masculinity, and the impact of feminism on society. They discuss the implications of abandoning biblical principles for family and male leadership, the resulting societal and economic challenges, and explore ways the church and Christian families can respond to these issues. They emphasize the importance of rediscovering a godly vision for manhood and family, the role of Christians in influencing culture through local politics, and addressing systemic issues to foster cultural reformation. Chapters:00:00 Podcast Intro00:19 Welcome and Introduction01:17 Special Guest: Rev. Dr. Aaron Rock 02:27 Cultural Crisis and the Role of Family 03:46 Biblical Foundation of Marriage 04:58 Consequences of Undermining Marriage 12:21 Economic Impact of Family Breakdown 14:47 Church's Role in Addressing Family Issues 21:07 How Feminism and Egalitarianism Destroy Society26:17 The Isolation of Modern Men 26:31 Defining Modern Masculinity 27:41 Challenges Facing Young Men 29:39 The Demographic Crisis 32:25 The Role of the Church 34:18 The Influence of Family Lines 37:56 The Pendulum of Masculinity 44:55 Political Influence and Cultural Change 49:15 Conclusion and Final Thoughts57:21 Podcast Outro NEW!!! PRE-ORDER Dr. Boot's latest book, Think Christianly: Developing an Undivided Mind, today!:https://ezrapress.ca/products/think-christianly-developing-an-undivided-mind; Get your copy of the NEW updated and expanded version of Dr. Boot’s Mission of God with a brand-new study guide today!:https://ezrapress.ca/products/mission-of-god-10th-anniversary-edition; UPCOMING EVENTS:Family Camps:Texas | August 14-17, 2025: https://brushfire.com/ezrainstituteusa/familycamp2025-texas/593861;Canada | August 23-30, 2025: https://www.ezrainstitute.com/family-camp-canada/;Minnesota | August 24-27, 2025: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ezra-institute-family-camp-august-24-27-tickets-1203965305639?aff=oddtdtcreator; For All Ezra Events: https://www.ezrainstitute.com/events/; Think Christianly about politics with the help of Dr. Boot’s latest book, “Ruler of Kings:” https://ezrapress.ca/products/ruler-of-kings-toward-a-christian-vision-of-government; Got Questions? Would you like to hear Dr. Boot answer your questions? Let us know in the comments or reach out to us at https://www.ezrainstitute.com/connect/contact/; For Ezra’s many print resources and to join our newsletter, visit: https://ezrapress.com. Stay up-to-date with all things Ezra Institute: https://www.ezrainstitute.com;Subscribe to Ezra’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPVvQDHHrOOjziyqUaN9VoA?sub_confirmation=1;Fight Laugh Feast Network: https://pubtv.flfnetwork.com/tabs/audio/podcasts/8297;Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/ezra-institute-podcast-for-cultural-reformation/id1336078503;Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0dW1gDarpzdrDMLPjKYZW2?si=bee3e91ed9a54885;Subscribe to our Rumble Channel - https://rumble.com/c/c-6444461. Wherever you find our content, please like, subscribe, rate, or review it; it truly does help.

Colorado pastor Chase Davis joins The Washington Stand’s Jared Bridges and host Casey Harper to talk pastoral duty and political engagement. When Colorado passed House Bill 251312—undermining parental rights and advancing a liberal agenda—Pastor Davis knew he couldn’t stay silent. He shares his journey into the political fight, the role of the fear of the Lord, and how pastors can wisely address politics from the pulpit and with their congregations.

Follow and/or message me on Twitter/X (@chinaadventures) where I post (among other things) daily reminders to pray for China.You can also email me @ bfwesten at gmail dot com. Lastly, to learn more about our ministry endeavors or get one of my missionary biographies, visit PrayGiveGo.us! Why did I begin this weekly Prison Pulpit series? To remind us all to pray for persecuted pastors and believers (such as Pastor Wang Yi) as Hebrews 13:3 teaches us to do (“as bound with them”), by sharing from his own published writings in China, as well as anecdotes from other persecuted ministers who have gone before, such as Richard Wurmbrand. Remember My Chains: https://chinacall.substack.com/p/remember-my-chains Today I’m going to look closer at 4 of the letters, dealing primarily with prayer, from last weekend’s podcast on the China letters of C.S. Lewis: https://chinacall.substack.com/p/the-cs-lewis-china-letters 1940- To his brother Warnie, on the burden of sympathy in a world of “instant” news: Barfield…is very much depressed, having a greater faculty than you or I for feeling the miseries of the world in general, which led to a good deal of argument, how far, as a man and a Christian, one ought to be vividly and continuously aware of, say, what it's like on the [front]line at this moment. I took the line that the present rapidity of communication, etc, imposed a burden on sympathy for which sympathy was never made: that the natural thing was to be distressed about what was happening to the poor Jones's in your own village and that the modern situation, in which journalism brings the Chinese, Russians, Finns, Poles and Turks to your notice each morning really could not be [faced] in the same way. 1946- To Dom Bede Griffiths, on a future Christian China and carrying all the world’s burdens: No, I don't think I feel like you, ‘disillusioned’. I think that though I am emotionally a fairly cheerful person my actual judgement of the world has always been what yours now is and so I have not been disappointed…When you say that nothing… has a value in itself, that everything has a value in relation to God, I couldn't agree with you more. And I often, like you, think that all the valuable future may lie with the Christened Chinaman. But one mustn't assume burdens that God does not lay upon us. It is one of the evils of rapid diffusion of news that the sorrows of all the world come to us every morning. I think each village was meant to feel pity for its own sick and poor whom it can help and I doubt if it is the duty of any private person to fix his mind on ills which he cannot help. (This may even become an escape from the works of charity we really can do to those we know). 1953- To Father Manna, on the Chinese “disaster” and Western culpability in the matter: [Dearest Father Manna, regarding] your article on [the] Chinese disaster…I used [to entertain many hopes for China myself], since missionaries have served there for many years not unsuccessfully: now it is clear, as you write, that all is on the ebb. Many have reported to me too, in letters on this subject, many atrocities, nor was this misery absent from our thoughts and prayers. Footnote- [In his letter] Fr Manna pleads for greater recognition of the gravity of Communist persecution of Christian hospital workers (as well as missionaries) in China. He argues that if [a French Communist Party leader] is arrested in the West, the Communists rise in protest. There should be no less an outcry on behalf of victimized missionaries. 1962- To Mary Van Deusen, on ignoring present pain to pray for the suffering in China: You are always in my prayers. As regards this particular matter [of moving], I sympathise both with [your husband’s] dislike of noise and your dislike of moves. I suppose one thing we must do about these minor crises is to get them into perspective. At the moment when the nuisance of the move is worst, remember that (at that precise moment) people are dying in pain and others are at their bedside, and in China children starving and men in prison camps and some of them being tortured. Follow China Compass Follow or subscribe to China Compass on whichever platform you use. You can also send any questions or comments on X: @chinaadventures or via email (bfwesten at gmail dot com). Hebrews 13:3!

What are some tasks that make you want to light your laptop on fire? Figure out how to delete, automate, or delegate them. And start solving burnout — not with vacations, but with systems. Because the goal isn’t to escape your business. The goal is to build one that doesn’t make you want to. You don’t need a break. You need a better business. It's not overwork that's causing your burnout.

Send us a text This week Greg sat down with Peter Demos. Peter is a Restauranteur, Author, and Podcast Host. They discussed the New Trans Theology and its impact on the family, church, and government. They also got into when its ok for christian civil disobedience. Enjoy! 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 Get your free consultation with Dominion Wealth Strategists today! The only distinctly reformed Wealth Managment company! CLICK HERE! Check out out the Dead Men Walking snarky merch HERE! Build something for God's glory through Real Estate! Greg Moore Jr. can help you buy, sell, and invest! Call him at (734) 731-GREG

Welcome to the table--watch out for flying bits of chewed carrot and shoes... John is still unwelcome at his home church, so he gives an update on his church-hopping travels. WHAT DO YOU DO when you have nothing to do at church??? Next: Luke has a great idea for how to make an impression at the church pitch-in. But only you would get the joke, Neighbor! Everyone else would just be confused... ...and that reminds us of our late friend, Hank McGill! Then: You have homework, Neighbor! You need to send us your best punchlines for Hank's infamous set-up... It goes: "A guy called and asked if I wanted a subscription to Prevention Magazine, and I said: ___________________________" LATER: You know, lots of churches pay to bring in a comedian for a night of laughs, but having one as a member of your congregation isn't always delightful. When you order the caviar for a fancy restaurant, it feels high-value and cool. But if you just bring caviar to the average church pitch in, it's just going to land on the floor under the highchairs, with the green beans, while everyone eats the mac-and-cheese.That analogy made sense while we were crafting it... Send your comments (and your punchlines) to nextdoor@johnbranyan.com!

On today's show the pugs engage an article by Oxford historian Andrew Moeller on the complicated aims and compromises of the 1930 Lambeth Conference, a watershed moment in Christianity in the West. The pugs discuss the 'gamble with the devil' that the Church of England made, with its embrace of a modern technological understanding of reality even as it sought to remain Christian by accommodating and compromising with it. The pugs note how much of Protestantism followed suit, especially Evangelical Christianity of late. Article Referenced: https://www.cambridge.org/core/services/aop-cambridge-core/content/view/03F1600B83A0FB3EE62F81EE31A36111/S002204692300060Xa.pdf/eugenics-and-the-approval-of-birth-control-at-the-1930-lambeth-conference.pdf Support the Theology Pugcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetheologypugcast?fbclid=IwAR17UHhfzjphO52C_kkZfursA_C784t0ldFix0wyB4fd-YOJpmOQ3dyqGf8 Connect with Glenn and Every Square Inch Ministries at https://www.esquareinch.com/ Learn more about WPC Battle Ground: https://www.solochristo.org/ Connect with WileyCraft Productions: https://wileycraftproductions.com/

Internal motives and thoughts do matter in our public and work life. To be effective overtime in our business pursuits - serving customers, employing people, blessing the community - we’ll need to plant a little deeper than just surface level behavior. Our entire being should be aimed at doing good.

If you have any questions or thoughts that you’d like to share, reach out at RenchMedia@gmail.com Check out Annie’s new website! annierench.com Find Annie on Instagram @AnnieMRench Ever wondered if grabbing dinner at the drive-thru is just a convenience—or something deeper? We dig into the big question: is eating fast food a sin, or just a matter of conscience and wisdom? Drawing from our conversation with Joel Salatin, we wrestle with what the Bible really says about food, stewardship, and caring for our families. We talk about the difference between liberty, preference, and true conviction, and why your food choices might matter more than you think—not just for your health, but for your faith and your family. Whether you’re a busy mom, a dad trying to lead well, or just someone who wants to honor God with everyday decisions, you’ll find practical advice, biblical principles, and honest encouragement here. Let’s rethink what’s on our plates, one meal at a time.

After a brief intro and the first Lewis letter (1:05), I share all ten C.S. Lewis letters that I found this week related to China (and prayer) (7:24). Then with the time I have left, I go through this week’s Pray for China cities, which include a few I want to talk a bit more about (50:55). Welcome to China Compass on the Fight Laugh Feast Network! I'm your China travel guide, Missionary Ben. Follow me (@chinaadventures) on Twitter/X where I post new Chinese city prayer profiles every single day, with amazing pics and links to many more China resources. Feel free to email me (bfwesten at gmail dot com) and find everything else at PrayGiveGo.us! Although I can’t attend Grace Agenda in Moscow, ID, which starts today, entitled “Life Through the Wardrobe”, I can do something unique like look at China through Lewis’s eyes letters. C.S. Lewis mentioned China numerous times in his personal letters. Here are a few examples, followed by my own thoughts and commentary. The first one in particular stands out for how close it comes to outright racism, especially the original letter from Lewis’s brother, Warnie. But before getting into his China letters, let me mention one other Lewis letter that I just pulled up. Just after William Borden, the millionaire missionary, died in Egypt (he was about 10 years older than Lewis), there is a letter from Lewis (home sick from school) to his father. He writes: [In the] afternoon came the essay paper which was one after my own heart, the three alternative subjects being ‘The qualities of a successful soldier’ ‘The possibility of an universal language’, and ‘West is west and East is east, and never the twain shall meet’. I chose the last and applied it chiefly to the Indian question. It was much admired by some masters at the College. I share this for two reasons: First, to remind myself (and anyone else interested) of where my missionary hero Borden fits in the Lewis timeline (or vice versa). Second, to note that at just fifteen years old, Lewis already held strong opinions about the far East (in this case, India). Borden of Yale: The Millionaire Missionary No Reserve, No Retreat, No Regrets www.BordenofYale.com Pray for China places of the week (Follow @chinaadventures to see which city daily) https://open.substack.com/pub/chinacall/p/pray-for-china-aug-10-16-2025 Follow or subscribe to China Compass and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. And don’t forget: Follow @chinaadventures on X, and find everything else @ PrayGiveGo.us. Luke 10, verse 2, the harvest is plentiful but the workers are few. Talk to you again soon!

In this chat, we take a playful plunge into the world of airplane etiquette, pondering why we all clap like enthusiastic seals when the plane lands and speculating on the secret superhero roles of flight attendants. We also explore a nifty app that helps us brainstorm jokes about air travel—because who doesn't need a little digital inspiration for those mile-high musings? Our conversation is sprinkled with quirky observations about flying, making it an amusing journey. We also delve into the art of comedy writing, the creative chaos of jotting down ideas, and the fun of turning random thoughts into comedic gems. Our dialogue highlights the joy of free association and the magic of capturing those fleeting, funny thoughts before they take off.

Today, David explains why “parental rights” is now just a power game, and gives examples of Christian legal and policy advocates effectively conceding that the determinative power over what those rights are rests with a U.S. Supreme Court that has embraced a lawless, disintegrated cosmos. He also briefly summarizes what Christians must do to restore real and objectively determinable parental rights. It’s a must-listen episode for those with children and grandchildren.

In this episode of CrossPolitic we welcome Scott Walter, president of Capital Research Center and former special assistant to President George W. Bush. Walter discusses his explosive new book "Arabella" which exposes a massive dark money network of leftist billionaires secretly transforming America. This for-profit organization runs nonprofits that take in billions of dollars every election cycle - more than the official Democrat and Republican national machines combined - yet most Americans have never heard of it. Walter reveals how this network, funded by donors like Gates, Zuckerberg, and Soros, operates through hundreds of fake grassroots groups to influence politics while hiding the true source of their funding. This eye-opening discussion reveals the hidden machinery behind much of today's political activism and offers hope for those fighting for transparency and truth. Click here to buy Scott's book Arabella: The Dark Money Network of Leftist Billionaires Secretly Transforming America: https://www.amazon.com/Arabella-Network-Billionaires-Secretly-Transforming-ebook/dp/B0D5ZQ77S8?ref_=ast_author_mpb Fight Laugh Feast 2025 Conference (October 16-18, Nashville) - Register HERE: https://flfnetwork.com

Liberty Dispatch ~ August 07, 2025In this episode of Liberty Dispatch, hosts Andrew DeBartolo and Matthew Hallick discuss how Canada is broken–morally, culturally, and economically. The fractures in our nation are foundational. What is the answer? Can Canada be fixed? Tune in to find out.For full access to all our content, including the extended interviews, become a paid subscriber at: ldcanada.substack.com; Opening & Intro (00:00-00:58)Welcome & Introduction (00:00-08:50)Segment 1 - Canada is BROKEN CULTURALLY (08:50-32:55):"Carney says Muslim values are Canadian values"| WesternStandard: https://www.youtube.com/embed/dqWn78YgaD8;"Migrants occupy 2,000 rooms in Niagara Falls during peak tourism season" | Rebel News: https://www.rebelnews.com/migrants_occupy_2000_rooms_in_niagara_falls;"64 % of immigrants not paying [presumed tax or fees]" | Juno News: https://www.junonews.com/p/exclusive-64-of-immigrants-not-paying; Segment 2 - Canada is BROKEN ECONOMICALLY (34:33- 45:15):"Trump tariff deadline concerns raised in Canada" | CBC News: https://www.cbc.ca/news/world/trump-tariffs-canada-deadline-1.7598480;"Why some Canadians are losing access to bank accounts without warning" | The Globe and Mail: https://www.theglobeandmail.com/investing/personal-finance/article-debanked-why-some-canadians-are-losing-their-bank-accounts-without; Segment 3 - Canada is BROKEN MORALLY (46:12 -01:42:00):"Quebec ruling punishes pro-lifers who offer help to women seeking abortions" | LifeSiteNews: https://www.lifesitenews.com/blogs/quebec-ruling-punishes-pro-lifers-who-offer-help-to-women-seeking-abortions;"Quebec judge upholds abortion bubble zones despite admitting they violate constitutional rights" | LifeSiteNews: https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/quebec-judge-upholds-abortion-bubble-zones-despite-admitting-they-violate-constitutional-rights;"From killings to rape—heinous crimes that could get you less jail time than a Freedom Convoy organizer" | National Post: https://nationalpost.com/opinion/from-killings-to-rape-the-heinous-crimes-that-could-get-you-less-jail-time-than-a-freedom-convoy-organizer;"Viral GRAPHIC image highlights government criticism" | X: https://x.com/govt_corrupt/status/1953166922281041974;"Carney dismisses concerns Bill C‑18 hinders local news outlets’ ability to inform public; 'Just listen to the CBC'" | Western Standard: https://www.westernstandard.news/news/carney-dismisses-concerns-bill-c-18-hindering-local-news-outlets-ability-to-inform-public-says-just-listen-to-cbc/66665;Conclusion & Outro (01:42:00-01:45:54) SHOW SPONSORS:New Sponsor! Bitcoin Mentor: https://bitcoinmentor.io/aff/liberty Invest with Rocklinc: info@rocklinc.com or call them at 905-631-546; Diversify Your Money with Bull Bitcoin: https://mission.bullbitcoin.com/dispatch; BarterPay: https://barterpay.ca/; Barter It: https://www.barterit.ca/; Get freedom from Censorious CRMS by signing up for SalesNexus: https://www.salesnexus.com/; SUBSCRIBE TO OUR SHOWS/CHANNELS: LIBERTY DISPATCH PODCAST: https://libertydispatch.podbean.com; https://rumble.com/LDshow; CONTACT US: libertydispatch@pm.me STAY UP-TO-DATE ON ALL THINGS LD:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/liberty_dispatch/; Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LibertyDispatchCanada; X: @LDCanada - https://x.com/_LDCanada; Rumble: https://rumble.com/LDshow; YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@libertydispatch Please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, RATE, & REVIEW, and SHARE it with others!

On today's episode of the Podcast for Cultural Reformation, Rev. Nate Wright discusses the corrosive impact of Cultural Marxism, under the euphemistic brand of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (D.E.I), on social cohesion and the State with sociologist Dr. David M. Haskell. Marxist Revolutions, no matter their subtlety or name, are always horribly destructive! Chapters:00:00 Podcast Intro00:19 Welcome and Introduction00:44 Guest Introduction: Dr. David Millard Haskell01:23 Becoming a Cultural Warrior06:03 The Rise of DEI08:01 Historical Context of Socialism and DEI16:15 Impact of DEI in Canada23:05 The Ineffectiveness of DEI Training27:55 Impact of DEI Programs on Employment28:29 Cultural Hostility and Civil Unrest29:15 Loss of Neutral Spaces in Society30:07 Christianity's Role in Moral Systems31:20 Sphere Sovereignty in Christian Worldview33:12 Historical Influence of Christianity on Law37:06 Christianity and Societal Flourishing41:07 Christianity's Unique Contributions to Society52:44 Political Engagement and Christian Influence56:23 Conclusion and Final Thoughts57:21 Podcast Outro NEW!!! PRE-ORDER Dr. Boot's latest book, Think Christianly: Developing an Undivided Mind, today!:https://ezrapress.ca/products/think-christianly-developing-an-undivided-mind; Get your copy of the NEW updated and expanded version of Dr. Boot’s Mission of God with a brand-new study guide today!:https://ezrapress.ca/products/mission-of-god-10th-anniversary-edition; UPCOMING EVENTS:Family Camps:Texas | August 14-17, 2025: https://brushfire.com/ezrainstituteusa/familycamp2025-texas/593861;Canada | August 23-30, 2025: https://www.ezrainstitute.com/family-camp-canada/;Minnesota | August 24-27, 2025: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ezra-institute-family-camp-august-24-27-tickets-1203965305639?aff=oddtdtcreator; For All Ezra Events: https://www.ezrainstitute.com/events/; Think Christianly about politics with the help of Dr. Boot’s latest book, “Ruler of Kings:” https://ezrapress.ca/products/ruler-of-kings-toward-a-christian-vision-of-government; Got Questions? Would you like to hear Dr. Boot answer your questions? Let us know in the comments or reach out to us at https://www.ezrainstitute.com/connect/contact/; For Ezra’s many print resources and to join our newsletter, visit: https://ezrapress.com. Stay up-to-date with all things Ezra Institute: https://www.ezrainstitute.com;Subscribe to Ezra’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPVvQDHHrOOjziyqUaN9VoA?sub_confirmation=1;Fight Laugh Feast Network: https://pubtv.flfnetwork.com/tabs/audio/podcasts/8297;Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/ezra-institute-podcast-for-cultural-reformation/id1336078503;Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0dW1gDarpzdrDMLPjKYZW2?si=bee3e91ed9a54885;Subscribe to our Rumble Channel - https://rumble.com/c/c-6444461. Wherever you find our content, please like, subscribe, rate, or review it; it truly does help.

Today we are going to talk about praying for believers who are persecuted by brainwashing… C.S. Lewis, Burnt Marshwiggle, and the Brainwashing of Richard Wurmbrand What Puddleglum Can Teach Us About Praying for the Brainwashed https://chinacall.substack.com/p/cs-lewis-burnt-marshwiggle-and-the Follow and/or message me on Twitter/X (@chinaadventures) where I post (among other things) daily reminders to pray for China.You can also email me @ bfwesten at gmail dot com. Lastly, to learn more about our ministry endeavors or get one of my missionary biographies, visit PrayGiveGo.us! Why did I begin this weekly Prison Pulpit series? To remind us all to pray for persecuted pastors and believers (such as Pastor Wang Yi) as Hebrews 13:3 teaches us to do (“as bound with them”), by sharing from his own published writings in China, as well as anecdotes from other persecuted ministers who have gone before, such as Richard Wurmbrand. Also, here’s my own humble attempt at expositing our theme verse, Hebrews 13:3: Remember My Chains https://chinacall.substack.com/p/remember-my-chains Richard’s Old Sermons: https://www.sermonindex.net/modules/mydownloads/viewcat.php?cid=50 Follow China Compass Follow or subscribe to China Compass on whichever platform you use. You can also send any questions or comments on X: @chinaadventures or via email (bfwesten at gmail dot com). Hebrews 13:3!

The Department of Education's Julie Hartman joins host Casey Harper to discuss the Trump administration’s push to restore Title IX protections for women. They cover schools ignoring these rules, the role of federal enforcement, parental rights, and the growing clash between education policy and woke ideology.

If we want to have results, we’re going to have to be okay with the world having problems. Not only would we have to be okay with that, but we’d have to be excited about it. Almost, thankful for it. It's why you're in business. A problem in the business world is nothing more than an instigator for innovation.

Send us a text What happens when Reformed Christians enter the wild west of cryptocurrency? This episode brings together Jordan Bush, director of Thank God for Bitcoin, and Chance Summers, creator of the 1689 meme coin, for a fascinating exploration of Christian ethics in digital finance.The conversation quickly moves beyond surface-level arguments to probe deeper questions: Does Bitcoin represent a more ethical form of money than meme coins? Can Christians participate in cryptocurrency without compromising biblical principles? When does risk-taking cross the line from wise stewardship to foolish speculation?Jordan articulates concerns about meme coins, suggesting they operate as "mini Federal Reserves" that can be manipulated by creators. He questions whether Christians should participate in systems that potentially enable some to profit at others' expense. His memorable comment that "Judas would make a meme coin" encapsulates his skepticism about the ethics of creating tokens with no inherent value.Chance offers a compelling counternarrative, describing how 1689 coin evolved from a joke into a community-building project with growing utility. He argues that transparency about risks combined with community safeguards creates an ethical framework for Christian participation. His optimistic vision suggests believers should redeem financial spaces rather than abandon them to non-believers.Whether you're a cryptocurrency enthusiast, a Christian wrestling with financial ethics, or simply curious about how faith intersects with modern finance, this conversation offers valuable insights without easy answers. Listen in and join the ongoing dialogue about how believers can navigate the digital economy with wisdom and integrity. Dominion Wealth Strategists: Full Service Financial Planning! Click HERE for a free consultation today! 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 Get your free consultation with Dominion Wealth Strategists today! The only distinctly reformed Wealth Managment company! CLICK HERE! Check out out the Dead Men Walking snarky merch HERE! Build something for God's glory through Real Estate! Greg Moore Jr. can help you buy, sell, and invest! Call him at (734) 731-GREG

The Based Boomer Mike D'Virgilio gives a stirring analyses of the Boomer generation, their triumphs and many failures... "Boomer kids saw a hypocrisy in their parents and a faith that had no substance, so they rejected the faith of their fathers, and embraced a new faith of self-fulfillment."

The other Rebel, P. Nate, returns to discuss the KissCam, three passings, pro wrestling and kid's car seats with Chris.

This is where you find out how well you did in the early years. Ages 9-14 are when your kids start "pedaling the bike" themselves—and you'll quickly discover if they learned balance or if you need to grab the handlebars again. They're big enough to argue back, smart enough to ask "why," and awkward enough to make you question everything. Most parents get fearful during this stage, but we're here to give you biblical wisdom for navigating the logic stage. This episode gives you the tools to disciple (not just survive) your pre-teen. Because this isn't just about getting through—it's about raising covenant kids who love Jesus. Fight Laugh Feast 2025 Conference (October 16-18, Nashville) - Register HERE: https://flfnetwork.com

You may want to turn down your volume for this one, Neighbor. Things get LOUD because we have a full table! Tabby is here--along with the usuals, John, Amanda, and Luke. We think we are discussing why happy people are so crazy... But eventually, Luke tells us his theory for active listening and we have no choice but to laugh at him...Email the Comedian's family at nextdoor@johnbranyan.com

The Pugs conclude their interviews at the PCA General Assembly in Chattanooga, TN as they welcome Timon Cline back onto the show. Timon is a good friend, and Chris serves on the Advisory Board of the magazine. Today the pugs discuss the work of the publication as well as the state of the world and the church. It's a free-wheeling conversation, as normal. We hope you enjoy it Learn more about American Reformer: https://americanreformer.org/ Connect with SHM Architects: https://www.shmarchitects.com/ Support the Theology Pugcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetheologypugcast?fbclid=IwAR17UHhfzjphO52C_kkZfursA_C784t0ldFix0wyB4fd-YOJpmOQ3dyqGf8

Whether it's production runs, flow of product, financing needs, finding equity, resolving customer issues, or clearing work blockages, people build up a mirage of rules and explain away why they can't get through this problem. What they lack is a sort of freedom mindset - a creative approach - to be able to chart a path toward solving the problem. Some people are stuck finding the lights for their facility. Others are on their way to Mars. There are less rules than you think.

After a brief intro, I play a clip of John MacArthur accidentally sharing (10!) falsehoods about the millionaire missionary, William Borden, from a sermon back in 1988 (5:05). Next, I explain some of the details that MacArthur got wrong, and give my broader reflections on the topic (10:20). Last, I include a message about William Borden that I gave back in March of 2024 at the Collegiate Reformed Fellowship in Moscow, ID, telling the amazing true story of the Millionaire Missionary (27:05). I also share my personal connection to Borden’s story at the end (1:01:07). Welcome to China Compass on the Fight Laugh Feast Network! I'm your China travel guide, Missionary Ben. Follow me (@chinaadventures) on Twitter/X where I post new Chinese city prayer profiles every single day, including amazing pics and links to more China resources.You can also also email me (bfwesten at gmail dot com) and find everything else at PrayGiveGo.us! MacArthur Didn't Do His Homework https://chinacall.substack.com/p/macarthur-didnt-do-his-homework The True Story of the Millionaire Missionary (Borden of Yale) http://www.BordenofYale.com Pray for China places of the week (follow @chinaadventures to see which city daily): Sun, Aug 3 - Pray for Gansu. Gansu’s sister state is Oklahoma: www.Pray4Gansu.com. For even more detailed Gansu info... https://prayforchina.us/index.php/gansu/ Mon, Aug 4 - Pray for Beijing. Beijing is paired with Washington D.C. (and neighboring Maryland counties) for prayer: https://prayforchina.us/index.php/maryland/ Tue, Aug 5 - Pray for south-central China’s Guizhou Province. Guizhou is paired with the eastern Missouri for prayer. Check out my special Guizhou podcast: https://prayforchina.us/index.php/guizhou/ Wed, Aug 6 - Pray for Hebei Province, Hebei (“Huh-bay”) Province is paired with both Wisconsin and Michigan for prayer. Check out my Hebei podcast (and more): https://prayforchina.us/index.php/hebei/ Thu, Aug 7 - Pray for Heilongjiang Province (Black Dragon River), which is paired with Minnesota and the UP of Michigan for prayer. For my HLJ podcast (and more): https://prayforchina.us/index.php/heilongjiang/ Fri, Aug 8 - Pray for Henan. Henan is paired with both Kentucky and West Virginia for prayer. Here's my Henan podcast (and more): https://prayforchina.us/index.php/henan/ Sat, Aug 9 - Pray for central China’s Hubei Province, which is paired with Illinois for prayer. For more Hubei info (including a special podcast): https://prayforchina.us/index.php/hubei/ Follow or subscribe to China Compass and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. Don’t forget: Follow @chinaadventures on X, and find everything else @ PrayGiveGo.us. Luke 10, verse 2, the harvest is plentiful but the workers are few!

Liberty Dispatch ~ August 01, 2025In this episode of Liberty Dispatch, hosts Andrew DeBartolo and Matthew Hallick discuss what Klaus Schwab's ouster, Feucht's cancellation, and the recent AD campaigns from American Eagle and Nike featuring Sydney Sweeney and Scottie Scheffler, respectively, mean for our culture. Things be wildin'! For full access to all our content, become a paid subscriber at: https://ldcanada.substack.com; Introduction (00:00-04:03)Segment 1 - Sean Feucht's Concert CANCELLATIONS is More Anti-Christian Law-fare (04:03-18:59):"Montreal church fined over Sean Feucht services" | National Post: https://nationalpost.com/news/canada/montreal-church-sean-feucht-fined; Segment 2 - The Downfall of the WEF's Dr. Evil, Klaus Schwab (21:15-40:58):"World Economic Forum’s Klaus Schwab faces growing scrutiny, investigations intensify" | The Telegraph: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2025/07/26/world-economic-forum-klaus-schwab-investigation; Segment 3 - The EU’s Targeted ATTACK on so-called “Religious Extremism” (43:05-01:05:00):Scottie Scheffler: Links golf 'fits my strengths' (FULL PRESSER) | Live From The Open | Golf Channel | YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/embed/hUOrPqv0eU0;"Golf Digest X‑post shows viral photo from tournament coverage" | X – Golf Digest: https://x.com/GolfDigest/status/1946994333434998862/photo/1;"Sydney Sweeney’s American Eagle ad receives backlash over 'jeans and genes' tagline, accused of racist and Nazi connotations" | Daily Mail: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-14957087/american-eagle-sydney-sweeney-jeans-genes-ad-backlash-racist-nazi.html.Conclusion (01:05:00-01:15:27) SHOW SPONSORS:New Sponsor! Bitcoin Mentor: https://bitcoinmentor.io/aff/liberty Invest with Rocklinc: info@rocklinc.com or call them at 905-631-546; Diversify Your Money with Bull Bitcoin: https://mission.bullbitcoin.com/dispatch; BarterPay: https://barterpay.ca/; Barter It: https://www.barterit.ca/; Get freedom from Censorious CRMS by signing up for SalesNexus: https://www.salesnexus.com/; SUBSCRIBE TO OUR SHOWS/CHANNELS:LIBERTY DISPATCH PODCAST: https://libertydispatch.podbean.com; https://rumble.com/LDshow; CONTACT US: libertydispatch@pm.me STAY UP-TO-DATE ON ALL THINGS LD:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/liberty_dispatch/; Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LibertyDispatchCanada; X: @LDCanada - https://x.com/_LDCanada; Rumble: https://rumble.com/LDshow; YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@libertydispatch Please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, RATE, & REVIEW, and SHARE it with others!

Today, David explains how Christianity succumbed to the cosmological revolution of Kant and Nietzsche, the specific adoption of that cosmology by the U.S. Supreme Court, and the secret to a launching a successful Christ-centered counter-revolution. But, he says, it won't begin so long as Christians lawyers and policy makers put their faith in being able to manipulate to their immediate advantage U.S.Supreme Court precedents over the last 100 years grounded in the new cosmology.

In today's show Pastor Toby and The Chocolate Knox cover recent American Eagle Ad involving Sydney Sweeney's "jeans" that has the left in an up cry and the right in an uprooting applause. Also appearing to weigh in on this is former pastor Jason Farley , Teaching Pastor Virgil Walker, and mother of 7 (and Knox's wife) Sharron Shannon! With such a stacked roster of speakers, this turned out to be an informal conversation diving deeper into the implications of this supposedly racist ad. Fight Laugh Feast 2025 Conference (October 16-18, Nashville) - Register HERE: https://flfnetwork.com

More from Joel Salatin here: polyfacefarms.com If you have any questions or thoughts that you’d like to share, reach out at RenchMedia@gmail.com Check out Annie’s new website! annierench.com Find Annie on Instagram @AnnieMRench Ever wondered if the food on your table actually honors God? We sit down with Joel Salatin to talk about what it means to eat, farm, and live as faithful stewards of God’s creation. We dig into why Christian-grown food is different, how biblical principles shape the way we care for the land, and why what you eat matters for your health, your family, and your faith. From practical tips for sourcing real food (even if you don’t have a farm) to raising kids who love work and worship, we get into the weeds of countercultural living, stewardship, and the connection between faith and food.

On today's episode of the Podcast for Cultural Reformation, Dr. Joe Boot sits down with Richard Fangrad, the CEO of Creation Ministries International (CMI) in Canada, to discuss the deadly sociopolitical and cultural ramifications of an evolutionary worldview. Chapters:00:00 Intro00:19 Introduction to the Podcast02:21 CMI - Canada's Work03:48 Attacks on Genesis 1-1106:46 Question of Authority: Who Should We Believe, the Bible or Scientists?08:30 Science NEEDS Scripture08:43 The Big Bang Out with a Fizzle?11:12 What Do We Mean By Evolution?15:23 Evolution As a Religious World-and-Life View22:27 Darwinism and Eugenics25:43 Reproduction, Family, and Human Identity41:41 Ideas Have Consequences43:10 The Cultural & Political Ramifications of Compromising Biblical Authority01:01:09 The Bible Makes Sense of Science01:05:00 Conclusion01:06:03 Outro NEW!!! PRE-ORDER Dr. Boot's latest book, Think Christianly: Developing an Undivided Mind, today!:https://ezrapress.ca/products/think-christianly-developing-an-undivided-mind; Get your copy of the NEW updated and expanded version of Dr. Boot’s Mission of God with a brand-new study guide today!:https://ezrapress.ca/products/mission-of-god-10th-anniversary-edition; UPCOMING EVENTS:Family Camps:Texas | August 14-17, 2025: https://brushfire.com/ezrainstituteusa/familycamp2025-texas/593861;Canada | August 23-30, 2025: https://www.ezrainstitute.com/family-camp-canada/;Minnesota | August 24-27, 2025: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ezra-institute-family-camp-august-24-27-tickets-1203965305639?aff=oddtdtcreator; For All Ezra Events: https://www.ezrainstitute.com/events/; Think Christianly about politics with the help of Dr. Boot’s latest book, “Ruler of Kings:” https://ezrapress.ca/products/ruler-of-kings-toward-a-christian-vision-of-government; Got Questions? Would you like to hear Dr. Boot answer your questions? Let us know in the comments or reach out to us at https://www.ezrainstitute.com/connect/contact/; For Ezra’s many print resources and to join our newsletter, visit: https://ezrapress.com. Stay up-to-date with all things Ezra Institute: https://www.ezrainstitute.com;Subscribe to Ezra’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPVvQDHHrOOjziyqUaN9VoA?sub_confirmation=1;Fight Laugh Feast Network: https://pubtv.flfnetwork.com/tabs/audio/podcasts/8297;Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/ezra-institute-podcast-for-cultural-reformation/id1336078503;Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0dW1gDarpzdrDMLPjKYZW2?si=bee3e91ed9a54885;Subscribe to our Rumble Channel - https://rumble.com/c/c-6444461. Wherever you find our content, please like, subscribe, rate, or review it; it truly does help.

In our conversation, we share humorous anecdotes about health issues, particularly focusing on kidney stones and family health matters. We explore the challenges of communication within families during health crises, the importance of humor in coping with serious topics, and the joys and struggles of gardening as a family activity. Our discussion highlights the unexpected lessons learned from life's challenges and the value of maintaining a light-hearted perspective even in difficult situations. We also explore a variety of humorous topics ranging from hotel experiences and car accidents to the quirks of language and food. We share personal anecdotes, discuss the logic behind movie heists, and reflect on how humor evolves across generations. Our conversation touches on the peculiarities of spelling in the English language and the evolution of food terminology, particularly focusing on the concept of food edges and the idea of selling just the outer parts of popular foods.

Trump’s new religious liberty order isn’t just a policy shift—it’s a cultural permission slip. In this episode, the guys lay out why now is the most strategic time in a generation to start a business, plant a church, or build something that lasts. With 10,000 baby boomers retiring a day, and the Overton window swinging wide open, Christians have a window to reclaim territory our apathy gave away. We break down how to seize this moment without waiting for permission, what faithful entrepreneurship looks like in a post-COVID economy, and why the church must stop outsourcing courage. Don’t waste this presidency. Don’t wait for “someday.” The time to build is now. Fight Laugh Feast 2025 Conference (October 16-18, Nashville) - Register HERE: https://flfnetwork.com

For the written (w/ pics) version of this podcast, visit my substack: https://chinacall.substack.com/p/collateral-damage-the-children-of Follow and/or message me on Twitter/X (@chinaadventures) where I post (among other things) daily reminders to pray for China.You can also email me @ bfwesten at gmail dot com. Lastly, to learn more about our ministry endeavors or get one of my missionary biographies, visit PrayGiveGo.us! Why did I begin this weekly Prison Pulpit series? To remind us all to pray for persecuted pastors and believers (such as Pastor Wang Yi) as Hebrews 13:3 teaches us to do (“as bound with them”), by sharing from his own published writings in China, as well as anecdotes from other persecuted ministers who have gone before, such as Richard Wurmbrand. Also, here’s my own humble attempt at expositing Hebrews 13:3: https://chinacall.substack.com/p/remember-my-chains Today we are going to talk about praying for the children of persecuted pastors/believers… Praying for Christian Children in China https://chinapartnership.org/blog/2025/07/fuzhou-how-to-pray/ Next, I want to read some excerpts from an interview I found of Michael Wurmbrand, the now 80+ year old son of Richard Wurmbrand and founder of the Richard Wurmbrand Foundation. BTW, Michael does NOT recommend the ministry of Voice of the Martyrs, which he helped to found many decades ago. He was fired from the ministry more than ten years ago, when he demanded a more broad inquiry into the travels and contacts of former VOM director, Tom White, who committed suicide in VOM’s Bartlesville, OK, warehouse in 2012, after allegations surfaced of him molesting a ten year old girl. (Read his “Open Letter” about VOM here: https://www.billionbibles.com/michael-wurmbrand-vom.html) Michael Wurmbrand also runs another ministry, Help For Refugees, focused primarily on his native Romania, and has made all of his father’s books (and formerly unpublished writings) available for free since VOM continues to use his parents’ likeness and writings without his permission. I personally support Wurmbrand’s Help for Refugees monthly and love getting their newsletter with previously unpublished reflections by Richard Wurmbrand included each month. Now, without further ado, let’s work through much of the following interview, which covers key events in Michael Wurmbrand’s very difficult childhood in communist Romania… Michael (aka, Mihai) Talks About His Childhood Suffering https://www.richardwurmbrandfoundation.com/pdfs/michael-wurmbrand-interview.pdf Follow China Compass Follow or subscribe to China Compass on whichever platform you use. You can also send any questions or comments on X: @chinaadventures or via email (bfwesten at gmail dot com). Hebrews 13:3!

Economist, believer, and author multi-million dollar money manager, David Bahnsen, joins host Casey Harper to unpack the growing trend of debanking—where conservatives and religious Americans face account closures from major financial institutions. Drawing from high-profile cases like Sam Brownback’s, Bahnsen explains how pressure from government “reputational risk” lists and rogue actors inside corporations threaten financial liberty. He emphasizes the importance of transparency over regulation, arguing that market forces and public accountability are the best solutions. The conversation also turns to economic hopelessness among young men and how a return to Biblical principles—faith, hard work, marriage, and responsibility—can restore both personal purpose and national prosperity. Resources www.bahnsen.com

Take whatever sort of example in institutional culture. Maybe it's a culture of excellence, or continuous improvement, or disciplined execution. Maybe it's a culture of gratitude, or hard work, or competence. Whatever it is, why is it in the lifeblood of some institutions, and can't seem to get any traction in others?

Pastor Chris brings back guest Cory Fox to do a question and answer session. These are questions you've quite possibly been asked, or that you yourself have asked. Check out the answers that Chris & Cory offer.

Send us a text This week Greg sat down with Josiah Stowe of Dominion Wealth Strategists. They discussed the upcoming free webinar Josiah is hosting on the exegetical course on personal finance. They discussed the importance and morality of stewardship, the biblical way to tithe, and how the bible provides complete direction for every aspect of business. Enjoy! Sign up for the FREE webinar HERE! Dominion Wealth Strategists: Full Service Financial Planning! Click HERE for a free consultation today! 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 Get your free consultation with Dominion Wealth Strategists today! The only distinctly reformed Wealth Managment company! CLICK HERE! Check out out the Dead Men Walking snarky merch HERE! Build something for God's glory through Real Estate! G