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Join John Stonestreet for a daily dose of sanity—applying a Christian worldview to culture, politics, movies, and more. And be a part of God's work restoring all things.

Colson Center for Christian Worldview


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    The BreakPoint Podcast is a show that I consistently look forward to listening to every week. Hosted by John Stonestreet and Maria, this podcast offers a wealth of wisdom, insight, and Biblical truths as they discuss current issues and events in our country. The episodes are always thought-provoking and provide a fresh perspective on topics that are relevant to Christians today.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is how it is grounded in biblical principles. John and Maria approach each topic with a solid understanding of the Scriptures, allowing them to provide insightful analysis and practical applications for listeners. They tackle a wide range of topics, from cultural trends to political events, always bringing an informed Christian perspective to the discussion.

    Another aspect that sets this podcast apart is the addition of Maria to the show. Her clear communication style and valuable perspective as a young female make her an excellent counterpart to John's insights. She adds depth and nuance to the discussions, particularly when addressing issues such as sexual abuse or harassment accusations against public figures. Her contributions are necessary and helpful in shaping a well-rounded dialogue.

    While there may not be any significant drawbacks to The BreakPoint Podcast, it's worth mentioning that some listeners might not agree with all the viewpoints presented. However, even if you don't align perfectly with their perspectives, John and Maria's thoughtful discussions will still challenge you to think critically about your own beliefs and how they line up with what is true.

    In conclusion, The BreakPoint Podcast is an exceptional resource for Christians who want to engage with culture through a biblical lens. It offers valuable insights into current events, challenges listeners to examine their beliefs, and provides practical ways to live out their faith in today's world. I highly recommend this podcast for anyone seeking intelligent analysis combined with biblically grounded wisdom.



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    Latest episodes from The BreakPoint Podcast

    Why Gen Z "Nones" Are Reconsidering Religion

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2026 6:47


    The Zoomers aren't religious, but the ones going to church are seeking depth.  __________ Access Truth Rising The Study for FREE by visiting colsoncenter.org/study.

    Why Quarter-Zips are Suddenly so Popular

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2026 5:08


    The "lost boys" rebelling in all the right ways.  __________ Help us keep the Colson Fellows program affordable by visiting colsoncenter.org/march.

    Just War in Iran?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 5:50


    It's essential for Christians to think like Christians about anything, including current world affairs.  ___________ Help us keep the Colson Fellows program affordable by visiting colsoncenter.org/march.

    BONUS: Iran and Just War

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 33:09


    Dr. Eric Patterson joins John Stonestreet in discussing how Christians can navigate a just war with Iran. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org.

    Demographics, Decline, and the Hope of the Church

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2026 5:02


    Some denominations are aging out.  __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org. 

    The State of the Union, Backtracking on Trans Surgeries, Student Mental Health, More Religious Harassment in Colorado and Did Jesus Have a God Complex?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2026 68:13


    John and Maria take a look at the highlights and lowlights of President Trump's State of the Union speech. More medical institutions and professionals are rethinking their past support of gender affirming care. And Colorado continues to lead the nation in the harassment of Christians.  Recommendations  Redemption arcadia sermons  Proud of Us  Segment 1 – State of the Union  Washington Stand article  US Hockey Team  Segment 2 – Backtracking on Trans Surgeries; Student Mental Health  Vanderbilt Trans Surgeries  ACSI report on mental health  Rooted Conference  Segment 3 – More Religious Harassment in Colorado; Did Jesus Have a God Complex?  Colorado Religious Liberty Cases  Youthscape study  Vermont Foster Care Case   

    We Want to Believe

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2026 4:34


    A far-reaching hoax over a century ago reveals something about our searching souls.  __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org.

    The Reality of Identity

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2026 5:26


    First, Whose are we? __________ For additional resources, or to download and share this commentary, visit breakpoint.org. 

    Colorado Prostitution Without Consequences

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2026 6:45


    Is legalizing "sex work" no big deal for society?  __________ Want to be a part of equipping Christians? Make a gift to the Colson Center today by visiting colsoncenter.org/february.

    Ben Sasse and the Political Illusion

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2026 4:05


    Ordering life from the perspective of death. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org.

    Train a Child Up, Before the World Does

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2026 4:17


    Part of the job of parents, grandparents, pastors, and teachers is to prepare students for the questions and criticisms they will face. __________ For additional resources, or to download and share this commentary, visit breakpoint.org. 

    Marco Rubio's Munich Speech. Controversy at the Religious Liberty Commission and Colorado Lawmakers Propose Legalizing Prostitution

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2026 61:57


    Marco Rubio's Munich speech is filled with worldview lessons. The topic of antisemitism pops up at a Religious Liberty Commission hearing. And Colorado lawmakers introduce a proposal to legalize prostitution.    Recommendations  Ben Sasse interview  Segment 1 – Rubio Munich Speech  Rubio's Speech  It Was Said Podcast  Breakpoint article  Segment 2 – News Headlines  Controversy at Religious Liberty Commission  CO Sex Workers Bill  NY Times article on Marijuana  Segment 3 – Questions and Comments  Colson Fellows program   

    Hope: What It is and Why It Matters

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2026 5:14


    Christians are people of hope, made for such a time as this, and providentially placed in this moment of God's unfolding story. __________ Want to be a part of equipping Christians? Make a gift to the Colson Center today by visiting colsoncenter.org/february.

    Western Civilization is Worth Defending

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 5:23


    Christians should be the first to defend and promote what is good and worthy of preserving. __________ For additional resources, or to download and share this commentary, visit breakpoint.org. 

    "You Are Dust and to Dust You Shall Return": Something to Know but Not to Fear

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 4:24


    Today is Ash Wednesday, which marks the beginning of the 40-day period in the church calendar known as Lent, a time of preparation leading up to Holy Week and Resurrection Sunday. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, visit Colsoncenter.org

    The Epstein Files, Pagan History, and Christian Morality

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2026 6:49


    Modern pagans despise Christian sexual morality, but they are forced to borrow from it as they condemn the kind of horrific treatment of women and children revealed in the Epstein files. __________ For additional resources, or to download and share this commentary, visit breakpoint.org. 

    Evaluating "Faithful Presence" and Choosing Faithfulness Instead

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2026 6:11


    Christian efforts in politics can shape American culture.  __________ For additional resources, or to download and share this commentary, visit breakpoint.org. 

    Canada School Shooter, Trump's Meme, the Super Bowl Halftime Shows and Something Big is Coming

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2026 69:05


    Another transgender goes on a shooting spree. A racist meme from the White House is causing controversy. A look at the two Super Bowl Halftime shows. And what's the next big thing coming from AI?    Recommendations  IFS Study on Dating    Segment 1 – Canada School Shooter  Fox News Report    Segment 2 – Trump's Meme and Super Bowl Halftime Shows  Daily Citizen article    Segment 3 – Something Big is Coming  Fortune article    ______________________   Make a gift by December 31 to help us form families, churches, and schools in the Christian worldview in 2026! Thanks to a generous grant, your gift will be doubled, up to $500,000. Give today at colsoncenter.org/november.   Watch Truth Rising, now available at truthrising.com/colson. 

    The Great Awakening and the American Revolution

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2026 4:55


    The Founding Fathers framed the struggle against Britain as a moral crusade in need of divine favor, not just a political one.  __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org.

    The 12 Holocausts of 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2026 6:17


    The fundamental truth that all life is worth living is the bedrock of a healthy and flourishing civilization. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org. 

    Why Gen Z "Nones" Are Reconsidering Religion

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2026 5:40


    The Zoomers aren't religious, but the ones going to church are seeking depth.  __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org.

    Cultural Spectacles and the Eternity in Human Hearts

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2026 7:00


    This past weekend had the Olympics Opening Ceremonies and the Super Bowl halftime show: How did worldviews fare?  __________ Access Truth Rising The Study for FREE by visiting colsoncenter.org/study.

    Deepfakes, Identity, and the Collapse of Reality

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2026 4:39


    The thinning of the soul needs the robustness of Truth.  __________ For additional resources, or to download and share this commentary, visit breakpoint.org.

    The Super Bowl LX Halftime Show Controversy, Huge Verdict for In Case of "Detransitioner," and Demographics and the Future of the Church

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2026 61:19


    Once again this year there is a lot of controversy surrounding Sunday's Super Bowl Halftime show. A $2 million verdict is awarded to a victim of transgender care. And how will demographics impact the church over the next few decades?    Segment 1 – Super Bowl LX Halftime Show  One Million Moms urges Christians to boycott Bad Bunny's 'Queer Icons' Super Bowl halftime show  Turning Point halftime show    Segment 2 – Transgender Lawsuit  Breakpoint article  AMA statement  Segment 3 – Future of the Church  Ryan Burge  Art Needs No Justification by Hans R Rookmaake  Art and the Bible by Francie Schaeffer  Saving Leonardo: A Call to Resist the Secular Assault on Mind, Morals, and Meaning by Nancy Pearcey    Art and Faith: A Theology of Making by Makoto Fujimura    ______________________   Make a gift by December 31 to help us form families, churches, and schools in the Christian worldview in 2026! Thanks to a generous grant, your gift will be doubled, up to $500,000. Give today at colsoncenter.org/november.   Watch Truth Rising, now available at truthrising.com/colson.   

    Adoption is Beautiful, Surrogacy Isn't

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2026 6:57


    Public reaction to surrogacy scrutiny and why we should be more critical about the practice, not less.  __________ Access Truth Rising The Study for FREE by visiting colsoncenter.org/study.

    Is there a True Story to History?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2026 5:17


    God calls the Christian to be reconcilers with the Story.   ___________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org. 

    2026 Wilberforce Award

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2026 4:26


    This year, Os Guiness will be recognized with the 2026 Wilberforce Award, at a ceremony to be held at the Colson Center National Conference in Knoxville, TN. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org. 

    A $2 Million Verdict for Victim of "Gender Affirming Care"

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2026 5:26


    Lawsuits ruling in favor of "detransitioners" is a good sign, but there's work to be done.  __________ For additional resources, or to download and share this commentary, visit breakpoint.org. 

    The Family in Crisis

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2026 5:48


    The unlikely partnership of Washington and the Church to help shape culture.  __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org. 

    Religious Persecution Around the World, Continued Chaos in Minnesota, A New Effort to Protect Children and Is Interracial Marriage a Sin?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2026 67:13


    Guest host Katie McCoy talks to John Stonestreet about their recent trips to South Korea and Brazil. More violence in Minneapolis as ICE raids continue in that state. The Greater Than Campaign is underway to remind us that children's needs are greater than adult desires. And we wade into a social media debate over interracial marriage.  Recommendations  Colson Center National Conference  The Comment    Segment 1 – Worldwide Religious Persecution  Colson Fellows  A Practical Guide to Culture: Helping the Next Generation Navigate Today's World by John Stonestreet and Brett Kunkle      Segment 2 – Continued Chaos in Minnesota  The Independent  Segment 3 – Greater Than Campaign  Greater Than Press release  Breakpoint article  Segment 4 - March for Life  European Conservative  Colson Center National Conference  Segment 5 – Is Interracial Marriage a Sin?  X post  Webbon debate    ______________________   Make a gift by December 31 to help us form families, churches, and schools in the Christian worldview in 2026! Thanks to a generous grant, your gift will be doubled, up to $500,000. Give today at colsoncenter.org/november.   Watch Truth Rising, now available at truthrising.com/colson.   

    Art and Storytelling in a time of 'Desecration'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2026 6:19


    Having rejected a Creator, it's no wonder that we've lost creativity. __________ To support the prodcution of Breakpoint and receive exlusive benefits, visit colsoncenter.org/monthly

    Children Are Greater Than Our Desires

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2026 4:42


    "Babies aren't a tool for adult validation," and other messages society seems primed to hear.  __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org.

    The Enduring Word

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2026 5:15


    Take up and read!  __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org. 

    Rethinking Josephus and His Claims about Jesus

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2026 4:44


    New book affirms Christ from a non-believing Jewish scholar's own words.  __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org.

    The Law Behind the Law

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2026 4:24


    Understanding natural law and positive law when world events affect everyone.  __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org.

    Crises in South Korea and Minneapolis; the Supreme Court Hears the Transgender Athlete Case and the Worldwide Persecution of Christians is Getting Worse.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2026 63:25


    John talks about his trip to South Korea where he visited a pastor who is in prison over his faith. John and Maria also discuss the ongoing protests in Minneapolis as well as the Supreme Court hearing on state bans on transgender athletes.    Recommendations  A Practical Guide to Culture by John Stonestreet and Brett Kunkle  First Things article  Segment 1 – Crises South Korea and Minneapolis  Colson Fellows  Breakpoint article on Pastor Son  Fox article on church protest  Segment 2 – Supreme Court Hears Transgender Athletes Case  SCOTUS blog article  First Things article  Sen. Josh Hawley grills expert Democrat witness on if men can get pregnant  Segment 3 – Headlines  2026 World Watch Report  American Deaths to Exceed Births Faster Than Expected  New Heritage Foundation Report  ______________________   Watch Truth Rising, now available at truthrising.com/colson.   

    Where Has All the Creativity Gone?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2026 5:03


      In educational decadence, classical Christian education roots the created in purpose.  ____________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org. 

    Early Church Ethics

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2026 4:27


    When Christians don't "get with the times," they change empires.  __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org. 

    BONUS: Children in the Image of God

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2026 47:51


    Dr. Jeff Myers and Dr. Kathy Koch join John Stonestreet in discussing what it means to raise gender confident kids, and how their new book can help equip parents for hard questions. ____________ Get your free resource while supplies last at genderconfidentkids.com

    Pastor Son's Trial and the Crisis in South Korea

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2026 5:34


    The chipping away of religious freedom and why Christians can't avoid politics.  __________ Register for the Truth Rising showing at Colorado Christian University by visiting colsoncenter.org/ccu.

    The Need for the Creeds

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2026 5:06


    Distinguishing who is in a room of the Christian house and who is in another house entirely.  __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org. 

    Colson, Buckley, and You

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2026 5:08


    We would do good to stand on these giant's shoulders.  __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org. 

    What is Worldview?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2026 45:07


    Why what we believe- especially about the ultimate questions of Origin, Identity, meaning, morality and destiny— shapes how we think and live.    Stephen J. Gould  Woody Allen   Tom Brady  G. K Chesterton  God in the Dock by C. S. Lewis  Francis Schaeffer  James Orr  Robert Webber      ______________________   Watch Truth Rising, now available at truthrising.com/colson.   

    The March for Life Continues

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2026 4:08


    Convincing our neighbors and the greater culture that life matters.  __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org.

    Getting the "Theism" Right in New Theism

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2026 5:40


    The countermovement to the New Atheists will be authentic if it understands the truth and person of Christ.  __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org. 

    Technology and Tyranny: AI, Hubris, and Chronological Snobbery

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2026 5:17


    All of us should consider how today's helpful technologies may become tomorrow's tyranny. __________ Register for the Truth Rising showing at Colorado Christian University by visiting colsoncenter.org/ccu.

    Corrie ten Boom's Life of Faithfulness

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2026 4:13


    How are your New Year's resolutions going?  __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org.

    Robin Hood and Britain's Future

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2026 4:28


    The little shards of Critical Theory are slowly shattering Britain's identity.  __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org.

    The Capture of Maduro, the Inauguration of Mamdani, What's Ahead in Abortion Laws in the New Year and Adult-Child Estrangement

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2026 68:41


     John and Maria talk about the daring raid that captured Nicolas Maduro and Zohran Mamdani taking office in New York. A look ahead to where the abortion debate is headed in 2026 and a discussion about the growing trend of adult children cutting their parents out of their lives.    Recommendations  Liberty Kids  Anything is Possible by Elizabeth Strout  Segment 1 – Maduro Capture, Mamdani Inauguration  The Daily podcast on Maduro  World article on Mamdani  Segment 2 – Abortion in 2026  Reuters article  Wyoming Supreme Court Decision  Justin Banta TX  Christopher Cooprider TX  Hassan Abbas OH  Emerson Evans IN  Breakpoint article on Union Gospel Mission  Segment 3 – Adult-Child Estrangement  New Yorker article  Legacy Coalition  Tearing Us Apart: How Abortion Harms Everything and Solves Nothing by Ryan T. Anderson and Alexandra DeSanctis  --------------  Watch Truth Rising, now available at truthrising.com/colson.   

    Mamdani's Fantasy of "Warm Collectivism"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2026 5:02


    Two new terrifying words for the English language.   __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org.

    Ninth Circuit Issues Landmark Religious Liberty Decision

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2026 4:38


    The government can not force a Christian organization to hire employees who openly reject its faith and mission. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org. 

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