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What if one of the most important political symbols in American evangelicalism isn't a campaign slogan, a policy platform, or a charismatic preacher, but a worship song? In this episode of the Straight White American Jesus Sunday Interview, host Leah Payne speaks with Religion News Service journalist Bob Smietana about his reporting on the unexpected political life of Chris Tomlin's worship anthem "How Great Is Our God." Over the past several years, the song has appeared everywhere from the Capitol Riots to ReAwaken America rallies and Sean Feucht events, to the memorial service for Charlie Kirk. Yet unlike overtly political songs such as "God Bless the USA," "How Great Is Our God" contains no explicit political message at all. So why has it become such a powerful soundtrack for conservative Christian activism? Drawing on his reporting for NPR's All Things Considered, and Payne's God Gave Rock and Roll to You: a History of Contemporary Christian Music, Smietana and Payne discuss the rise of “Christian Nashville-ism," the fusion of the worship music industry, suburban evangelical culture, celebrity influence, and political identity. Nashville's Christian music machine has produced a soundtrack so ubiquitous that it now functions as a kind of sacred common language across American Christianity. In an era of political polarization, worship songs provide emotional resonance, spiritual legitimacy, and a sense of collective identity that can easily travel into political spaces. Together, Payne and Smietana explore how contemporary worship music became one of the most influential forms of religious formation in American life. They discuss the rise of Chris Tomlin and the Passion movement, the mainstreaming of charismatic worship practices, the growing overlap between worship culture and conservative politics, and the role of suburban megachurches in shaping modern evangelical identity. The conversation also examines how Christian nationalism often operates less through overt ideology than through atmosphere, familiarity, nostalgia, and music. Why do songs matter so much in political movements? What happens when worship becomes a form of cultural power? And why has a seemingly apolitical worship song become one of the defining sounds of conservative evangelical America? In this episode: Why "How Great Is Our God" has become a fixture at conservative political events The relationship between worship music and conservative activism Nashville's role as a center of evangelical cultural power Chris Tomlin, the Passion movement, and the mainstreaming of charismatic worship How worship music became the dominant language of American Protestantism Charlie Kirk, Sean Feucht, and the politics of sacred music The rise of suburban megachurch culture and its political influence Why contemporary worship songs often succeed where political slogans fail "Comfort food Christian nationalism" and the power of familiarity The overlap between MAGA politics, evangelical identity, and worship culture Links: Bob Smietana's NPR article: “Why an Apolitical Worship Song Has Become Popular With Conservative Activists” Adam Perez: ““It's Your Breath in Our Lungs”: Sean Feucht's Praise and Worship Music Protests and the Theological Problem of Pandemic Response in the U.S.” Worship Leader Research Leah Payne's God Gave Rock and Roll to You: a History of Contemporary Christian Music Bob Smietana Official Website Bob Smietana at Religion News Service Bob Smietana's book, Reorganized Religion: The Reshaping of the American Church and Why It Matters: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah Holliday is a writer and editor with a passion for biblical truth. Formerly a reporter for the Family Research Council and The Washington Stand, Sarah authored articles and news scripts, hosted the daily news brief, and appeared on various podcasts and interviews. Sarah is a graduate of Boise State University with a degree in Creative Writing & Narrative Arts. She also has a certificate in Theological Studies from Reformation Bible College located in Sanford, FL.  Sarah continues to write on pro-life issues, religious liberty, bioethics, and the intersection of faith and culture — seeking to bring journalistic rigor and gospel-centered hope to every conversation. In this podcast, Sarah describes how, in college, God called her to learn more about why she should trust the truths of the Bible and to share these truths in love with those around her. That led to her attending Reformation Bible College and then beginning to work at Family Research Council. She totally loves communicating truth in a loving and persuasive manner. When asked what the American Church most desperately needs, Sarah shared how, compared to so many Christ-followers in other nations, we American Christians can tend to lose focus on what are God's top priorities for His followers. We can feel we are entitled to comfort and no pain, when the Bible makes it clear that trials and pain and even persecution are a normal part of our lives as Christ's followers. Sarah concluded the podcast by praying for us American Christians to be totally surrendered to our Lord who gave His all for us.

Sarah Holliday is a writer and editor with a passion for biblical truth. Formerly a reporter for the Family Research Council and The Washington Stand, Sarah authored articles and news scripts, hosted the daily news brief, and appeared on various podcasts and interviews. Sarah is a graduate of Boise State University with a degree in Creative Writing & Narrative Arts. She also has a certificate in Theological Studies from Reformation Bible College located in Sanford, FL. Sarah continues to write on pro-life issues, religious liberty, bioethics, and the intersection of faith and culture — seeking to bring journalistic rigor and gospel-centered hope to every conversation. In this podcast, Sarah describes how, in college, God called her to learn more about why she should trust the truths of the Bible and to share these truths in love with those around her. That led to her attending Reformation Bible College and then beginning to work at Family Research Council. She totally loves communicating truth in a loving and persuasive manner. When asked what the American Church most desperately needs, Sarah shared how, compared to so many Christ-followers in other nations, we American Christians can tend to lose focus on what are God's top priorities for His followers. We can feel we are entitled to comfort and no pain, when the Bible makes it clear that trials and pain and even persecution are a normal part of our lives as Christ's followers. Sarah concluded the podcast by praying for us American Christians to be totally surrendered to our Lord who gave His all for us.

What do you expect from church—and what should your church biblically expect from you? In this episode, Shanda takes an honest look at consumerism within the American church and challenges believers to evaluate whether they approach church like a spiritual family or like a membership-based service built for personal convenience. From coffee shops and children's programs to worship preferences and polished productions, modern church culture can easily prioritize comfort over commitment. But is that what Scripture teaches? By comparing the Western church to persecuted churches around the world and examining biblical expectations for both church leadership and church members, this episode calls Christians back to active discipleship, service, and biblical community. Find Shanda www.shandafulbright.com Instagram & Facebook: @shandafulbright Email: hello@shandafulbright.com Free Resources: https://shandafulbright.com/links YouTube: http://bit.ly/ShandaYT2021 Store: www.Shandafulbright.com/shop  

Send us Fan MailMarkus Lloyd and Antwuan Malone return for a timely conversation on power, race, and democracy in the United States.What happens when the law says race can't be used to exclude people… but also can't be used to repair the damage caused by exclusion? Markus and Antwuan wrestle with the ongoing dismantling of voting protections, the myth of neutrality, the fear of losing power, and why these conversations matter for Christians navigating faith, justice, and culture today.As they unpack the recent Supreme Court decision in Louisiana v. Callais, they discuss what it means for the future, from redistricting and representation to “colorblind” policies and racial equity. The conversation explores the deeper tensions underneath the headlines.This episode continues the broader discussion on power from our last conversation, Fear, Power, & The American Church. _____________________________Podcast Subscription LinksApple Podcast:  coloredcommentary.com/appleSpotify:  coloredcommentary.com/spotifyGoogle Podcasts:  coloredcommentary.com/googleStitcher:  coloredcommentary.com/stitcherIHeart Radio:  coloredcommentary.com/iheartradio

For a handful of generations now, there has been a tremendous falling away in the American Church. Now, it's our watch. Will we impact the next generations in a way that blesses them and draws them closer to the Lord? In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses the generational impacts of listening to and obeying God, and he shares some tangible things we can do to make a difference in the lives of those around us. Being in God's Word regularly tunes our ears to His voice, and understanding our roles as ambassadors to His Kingdom develops our faith. What we do is more impactful than what we say, so let's stop simply talking about the truth we know and start living it out.

Historian and New York Times bestselling author Jemar Tisby joins Mark Labberton to confront the Supreme Court's 6–3 ruling in Louisiana v. Callais, which has eviscerated Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act and reopened the door to racial gerrymandering across the South. Recorded in the immediate aftermath, the conversation traces the long arc from the Three-Fifths Clause and Dred Scott through Selma to this hour. "This has landed in the black community harder and heavier than a lot of what we've seen during the Trump administration." In this episode with Mark Labberton, Tisby reflects on the history of black disenfranchisement, the cynicism of colorblind jurisprudence, and what remains of multiracial democracy in America. Together they discuss how the legal architecture of Jim Crow reemerges under neutral language, John Roberts's decades-long campaign against the Voting Rights Act, Justice Kagan's umbrella analogy, the suspension of Louisiana's primary, the black church's response, and why this midterm may be the country's last political chance. Episode Highlights "This has landed in the black community harder and heavier than a lot of what we've seen during the Trump administration, and that's saying a lot." "It boggles the mind that folks sitting on the highest court in the land who have been to all these Ivy League schools, have literally decades of experience, can get it so wrong and stand so arrogantly on such faulty reasoning." "Colorblindness only works if you're starting from a level playing field." "These are not good-faith actors, not people wanting a representative democracy, but people wanting to consolidate power, which we call minority rule." "If you can't win on the merits of what you believe, then you have to rig the system so that no one can get you out of office." About Jemar Tisby Jemar Tisby is a New York Times bestselling author, historian, speaker, and professor of history at Simmons College of Kentucky, a historically black college in Louisville. He holds a BA from the University of Notre Dame, an MDiv from Reformed Theological Seminary, and a PhD in history from the University of Mississippi, where he studied race, religion, and social movements in the twentieth century. He is the founder of The Witness, Inc., a black Christian collective, and the author of The Color of Compromise, How to Fight Racism, and The Spirit of Justice: True Stories of Faith, Race, and Resistance. His commentary appears on CNN and in The Atlantic, the Washington Post, and the New York Times, and he writes Footnotes, a top-ranked history publication on Substack. Helpful Links and Resources Jemar Tisby's website: https://jemartisby.com Footnotes by Jemar Tisby (Substack): https://jemartisby.substack.com The Spirit of Justice: True Stories of Faith, Race, and Resistance (most recent book): https://jemartisby.com/the-spirit-of-justice/ The Color of Compromise: The Truth About the American Church's Complicity in Racism (bestseller): https://www.zondervan.com/9780310113607/the-color-of-compromise/ How to Fight Racism: https://www.harpercollins.com/products/how-to-fight-racism-jemar-tisby The Justice Briefing podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/footnotes-with-dr-jemar-tisby/id1460240056 Louisiana v. Callais, opinion of the Court (April 29, 2026): https://www.supremecourt.gov/opinions/25pdf/24-109_21o3.pdf Elie Mystal, "The Supreme Court Has Completed Its Quest to Kill the Voting Rights Act," The Nation: https://www.thenation.com/article/politics/supreme-court-demolishes-voting-rights-act/ "Sing Out, March On"—Joshuah Campbell's tribute to John Lewis, Harvard 2018 Commencement: https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=mKNRXQemxWQ NAACP Legal Defense Fund—Louisiana v. Callais case page: https://www.naacpldf.org/case-issue/louisiana-v-callais/ Brennan Center for Justice—Louisiana v. Callais: https://www.brennancenter.org/our-work/research-reports/louisiana-v-callais Show Notes Why this conversation now: the SCOTUS ruling on the Voting Rights Act last week News breaking through a group text of lawyers, organizers, clergy, nonprofit leaders "This has landed in the black community harder and heavier than a lot of what we've seen during the Trump administration." John Lewis, SNCC, and the march from Selma to Montgomery A baton hard enough to crack the skull, the hardest bone in the body "It boggles the mind that folks sitting on the highest court in the land…can get it so wrong and stand so arrogantly on such faulty reasoning." Allen Temple Baptist in Oakland—watermelons, bubbles, and jelly beans on a Sunday morning The Three-Fifths Clause and the architecture of representation Dred Scott v. Sandford—"property can't sue" Reconstruction Amendments: 13th, 14th, 15th—birthright citizenship newly under threat Jim Crow's neutral codes: poll taxes, literacy tests, grandfather clauses Voting Rights Act of 1965 as the culmination of the civil rights movement Edmund Pettus Bridge—Bloody Sunday going viral in its day LBJ signs the bill with Rosa Parks and MLK in the room Elie Mystal in The Nation: gerrymandering with plausible deniability—https://www.thenation.com/article/politics/supreme-court-demolishes-voting-rights-act/ Shelby County v. Holder, 2013—preclearance gutted Roberts's tautology—stop discriminating to stop discrimination "Colorblindness only works if you're starting from a level playing field." Cast and umbrella analogies for premature dismantling of civil rights remedies Plaintiff Bert Callais's January 6 ties; Louisiana's roughly one-third black population Governor Jeff Landry's emergency order suspends Louisiana's May primary mid-election "These are not good faith actors…people wanting to consolidate power, which we call minority rule." "If you can't win on the merits of what you believe, then you have to rig the system so that no one can get you out of office." The activism horizon—courts, churches, voter registration, midterm turnout, NAACP, LDF, Brennan Center The last political chance before competitive authoritarianism #VotingRightsAct #JemarTisby #LouisianaVCallais #SCOTUS #CivilRights #BlackChurch #FaithAndJustice #SelmaToMontgomery #Democracy #MarkLabberton Production Credits Conversing is produced and distributed in partnership with Comment magazine and Fuller Seminary.

Send us Fan MailWhen Power Looks More Like Pharaoh Than Jesus, What Happens Next? In this episode of Colored Commentary, Markus and Antwuan dive into a discussion about power.What is power, really?Is it good… or inherently dangerous?And what does it mean for Christians living in the United States right now?From the story of Moses and Pharaoh to modern-day politics, the conversation explores how power is formed, who holds it, and how it's often driven by fear. Markus and Antwuan wrestle with how the Church has used power, sometimes to liberate and other times to control, and ask a deeper question:What does power look like through the lens of Jesus?This episode challenges the assumptions that we are meant to hold onto power at all costs… and invites us to imagine a different way—one shaped by the cross, not control. If power is the ability to act and create change… how should we use it?Learn more about Threaded-Instagram:   / weare_threaded  Facebook:   / wearethreaded  www.wearethreaded.org_____________________________Podcast Subscription LinksApple Podcast:  coloredcommentary.com/appleSpotify:  coloredcommentary.com/spotifyGoogle Podcasts:  coloredcommentary.com/googleStitcher:  coloredcommentary.com/stitcherIHeart Radio:  coloredcommentary.com/iheartradio

Jon Harris examines the state of the American church in 2026 — a time of spiritual interest among Gen Z, rising Bible sales, and public figures talking about Christianity, yet mixed with confusion, pastoral failures, and the risk of counterfeit revival. Drawing from statistics, personal reflections, and Scripture, Jon calls Christians to stand faithfully with the true church, prioritize the gospel, and focus on making disciples rather than platforms or politics. A sober yet hopeful message for believers navigating this cultural moment. 0:00 Introduction & Prayer1:40 Convictions: The Church Will Prevail4:20 Suspicions: Spiritual Awakening or Counterfeit?7:15 What Confuses Me – Loss of Key Leaders10:45 Statistics on Gen Z & Religious Interest13:50 Signs of True Revival – Church Growth, Pastors, Giving16:40 The Pastor Problem & Political Temptation22:30 Celebrity “Conversions” & Cultural Christianity27:15 Dangers of Theological Softening32:40 Real Hope – People Are Open to the Gospel37:50 Practical Pastoral Wisdom43:20 The Road to Emmaus – Walking by Faith49:30 Closing: Next Steps for the Church Our Sponsors:* Check out Mars Men: https://mengotomars.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/conversations-that-matter8971/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 280 – Counterfeit ChristianityIn a season where spiritual deception seems rampant and high-profile exposures shake the American Church, we desperately need biblical wisdom to navigate these troubling waters. This teaching brings us face-to-face with Jesus's parable of the wheat and tares from Matthew 13, a prophetic warning given two thousand years ago that speaks directly into our current moment. The parable reveals an uncomfortable truth: counterfeit Christians will grow alongside authentic believers until the end of the age, planted deliberately by the enemy while the church sleeps. What makes this deception so dangerous is its subtlety—these spiritual imposters look like us, sound like us, worship like us, and serve like us. They're indistinguishable in the early stages of growth. Yet here's the challenging wisdom: Jesus explicitly commands us not to become consumed with uprooting every weed we suspect. Why? Because in our zeal to expose the counterfeit, we risk damaging the authentic. Our calling remains clear: continue planting good seed, tend to the authentic wheat, guard our own hearts from bitterness and suspicion, and trust that God will handle the final accounting. The existence of counterfeits doesn't invalidate the authentic—it actually confirms its value.

What does it take to awaken the church in our generation? Dr. Jack Graham unpacks what it means to live with sincere devotion, stand firm in truth, and actively encourage one another in love and good works from Hebrews 10

Steven Crowder EXPOSES the Marxist-Islamic Coalition Targeting the American Church, MAGA, and Your Family The woke Left and the "woke Right" are running identical plays — and Crowder names every one of them. The coordinated 25th Amendment push. The horseshoe alliance dismantling Judeo-Christian values. The US Israel-Iran war and what AIPAC's influence on both parties? Then, is the "woke feminist" blueprint inadvertently replacing parents with the state? Full breakdown. No filter. CHAPTERS 00:00:00 INTRO 00:00:32 The Marxist Creep 00:04:46 - Trump's Record vs. Biden's Record 00:08:47 - Is Donald Trump a True Conservative? 00:12:00 - Down With The Rhinos 00:17:34 - US Policy on Israel &  Iran 00:20:08 - Calls for Trump's Impeachment 00:22:17 - Differences Between Islam and Christianity 00:28:43 - Hassan Piker - Left's Rabid Attack Dog 00:36:21 - Ignoring the Victims of Communism 00:40:21 - Anti-Israel Sentiment and Attacks on Christians 00:47:34 - The Pope, Islam, and the Woke Right 00:54:38 - Debunking the Marxist Narrative on Slavery 00:58:43 - Feminism and the Attack on the Nuclear Family 01:09:21 - How Do We Stop Advance of Wokism? 01:21:28 - Has the Left's Prescription Failed Women? 01:32:05 - Unique Roles of Fathers and Mothers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beth Moore on life after the SBC: and why she never could quit Jesus … GUEST Bob Smietana … national reporter for RNS based near Chicago, covering evangelicals, weird religion and the changing religious landscape … author of “Reorganized Religion: The Reshaping of the American Church and Why It Matters” The Quiet Absurdity of Modern Day Baby Showers … Katie Noble … author of the new book, “Motherhood and the Good Life: Building a Gospel Narrative for Early Motherhood in the Modern Age”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Beth Moore on life after the SBC: and why she never could quit Jesus … GUEST Bob Smietana … national reporter for RNS based near Chicago, covering evangelicals, weird religion and the changing religious landscape … author of “Reorganized Religion: The Reshaping of the American Church and Why It Matters” The Quiet Absurdity of Modern Day Baby Showers … Katie Noble … author of the new book, “Motherhood and the Good Life: Building a Gospel Narrative for Early Motherhood in the Modern Age”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Want to reach out to us? Want to leave a comment or review? Want to give us a suggestion or berate Anthony? Send us a text by clicking this link!Pope Leo XIV has responded — and the battle lines between MAGA and faithful Catholics have never been clearer. In this episode, we break down Trump's escalating rhetoric, the coordinated effort to cast Catholics as enemies of America, and why the election of an American Pope may be the most providential event of our time.We discuss the rise of "kosher Catholicism" promoted through outlets like the Daily Wire, why figures like Eric Metaxas, James Lindsay, and Jeremy Boring are suddenly targeting Catholic integralism, and how Protestant Zionist voices are working to redefine what it means to be a faithful Catholic in America.We also dive into the deeper spiritual questions — Nostra Aetate, the failures of the American bishops on immigration, divine judgment, and whether real persecution is now at the doorstep of the American Church. Is Pope Leo the heel the Church needs to stand against the spirit of the age?

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The Placebo of the Entertainment Church | Why the American Church Is Spiritually Weak KWR0058 Kingdom War Room   Description In this powerful episode of the Kingdom War Room, Dr. Michael Lake, Dr. Mike Spaulding, and Dr. Corby Shuey expose the placebo of the entertainment church and why it has left much of the modern church spiritually weak, biblically shallow, and unprepared for the days ahead. The discussion addresses how seeker-sensitive models, business-driven ministry, false spirituality, and biblical illiteracy have created a dangerous vacuum in the Body of Christ. The team contrasts this man-made system with the true pattern of New Testament discipleship, spiritual maturity, pastoral care, and deep teaching from the Word of God. This episode is a serious call for pastors, leaders, and believers to return to Christ and Him crucified, to reopen the wells that have been stopped up by Babylonian compromise, and to pursue a faith that is holy, transformative, and grounded in Scripture. If you are hungry for substance rather than spectacle, for truth rather than performance, and for real kingdom life instead of religious entertainment, this War Room conversation is for you. In this episode: The spiritual danger of the entertainment church model Why biblical illiteracy has opened the door to deception How mega-church culture and business models distorted ministry The difference between true apostles, prophets, and celebrity religion Why many churches produce offerings, but not fruit The need to return to deep discipleship and real pastoral ministry Re-digging the wells of the apostles for the remnant in the last days Please like, share, and subscribe to help us get these Kingdom truths to more believers around the world. Timeline / Topics Discussed 00:00 Introduction to the Kingdom War Room 00:24 The placebo of the entertainment church 01:25 Why Dr. Lake stepped away from mainstream Christian television 02:03 God's judgment on modern church systems 02:52 Entertainment church, fake conversions, and spiritual vacuum 03:28 The weakening of America and the rise of Islam 04:25 Universalism, compromise, and refusal to confront error 05:24 Business models vs. biblical discipleship 08:35 Biblical illiteracy and the collapse of discernment 09:38 Branham, faith movement excesses, and false apostles 12:54 The church producing offerings instead of fruit 13:39 The roots of seeker-sensitive church growth models 16:01 Worship that convicts vs. worship that entertains 18:35 The church's lack of maturity for what is coming 20:31 Malachi 1 and bringing polluted offerings before the Lord 23:39 Worship as performance instead of sacrifice 26:05 Real worship, conviction, and the presence of God 28:15 The need for reverence, holiness, and heart examination 31:57 Personal testimony: weakness, warfare, and God's strength 35:09 Trusting God to build the church, not gimmicks 38:01 Returning to Christ, Scripture, and the faith once delivered 42:24 Why we must think biblically, not culturally 44:30 What is so new about the New Covenant? 47:44 Why the Old Testament cannot be discarded 52:41 Bad theology, wounded spirits, and spiritual conflict 56:48 Crowns, faithfulness, and eternal reward 58:29 Why pastors must stop copying celebrity ministry models 01:00:22 A true pastoral model: care, discipleship, and accountability 01:03:17 God is calling the church out of Babylonian structures 01:06:50 Every congregation has a unique calling from God 01:11:26 The remnant's hunger for real truth and real discipleship 01:16:22 Teaching deeply, discipling thoroughly, and feeding the flock 01:22:23 Re-digging the wells of the apostles 01:23:27 Final exhortation and prayer Hashtags #KingdomWarRoom, #DrMichaelLake, #BiblicalLifeTV, #EntertainmentChurch, #ChurchCompromise, #BiblicalDiscernment, #LastDaysChurch, #RemnantChurch, #BodyOfChrist, #ChristianDiscipleship, #BiblicalPreaching, #SpiritualDiscernment, #ChurchLeadership, #FalseChurch, #ReturnToTheWord

This week on Faith and Feminism, we're digging into the fractures of the American Church with Dr. Jared Stacy, author of Reality in Ruins. We explore the "Gospel of Paranoia"—a theological and social pipeline that has turned pews into echo chambers and replaced the pursuit of truth with a obsession for "hidden" knowledge. Jared breaks down why American Evangelicalism was the perfect breeding ground for modern conspiracy theories and how these "holy" suspicions are used to protect patriarchal power structures and nationalist identities.

The future of the American Church stands at a crossroads, and readiness for the Rapture is not automatic, it is built through obedience, spiritual awareness, and a deep relationship with God as prophetic events continue to unfold. The end times, the Rapture (harpazo), and the return of Jesus Christ are unfolding alongside rising global tension, especially surrounding Israel, Iran, and the Middle East. Scripture points to these regions as central to the prophetic timeline. At the same time, Jesus is coming back for a glorious, prepared Church, refined, strong, and rooted in truth as pressure increases across culture and society.A growing divide continues between biblical truth and worldly values, leading many to walk away from their faith while others rise with conviction and clarity. Standing firm is becoming more costly, yet it is producing a remnant that refuses to compromise.———————————————————————————————————————————————————————

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This is the short Pastoral Prayer time before the message "Three Dangers Facing the Church in 2026" where Pastor Rusty sets the stage for the message but also offers a warning about judgement that could befall the American Church if we do not get serious about contending for the faith. From Matthew 11:20-24.Please listen to the following podcast to get the full understanding of this message. Thank you for listening to our podcast and we would love for you to subscribe to our page and share with others. Join us for our weekly worship online at www.firstbaptistblowingrock.com or our Youtube page. Contact us at office@firstbaptistblowingrock.com or by phone @ 828-295-7715

He was born in Syria in 1860, in the waning years of the Ottoman Empire. In his childhood, his family took refuge in Lebanon after their parish priest, St Joseph of Damascus (July 10) was martyred; but they later returned to Damascus. In 1879 he was tonsured a monk and entered into the service of Patriarch Hierotheos of Antioch. The Balamand Seminary had been closed since 1840, but the young monk was offered a scholarship at the Constantinople Patriarchate's seminary at Halki. Returning to Syria with a theological degree, St Raphael became assistant to Gerasimos, the new Patriarch of Antioch, traveling and preaching on his behalf. After further studies in Kiev, he transferred to the jurisdiction of the Patriarchate of Moscow and for a time was professer of Arabic studies at the Theological Academy in Kazan. (At that time the downtrodden Orthodox of the Middle East received considerable aid and theological training from the Tsar and from the Church in Russia).   In 1895 he was sent to the United States to shepherd the Arab Orthodox Community in New York, which was without a church or a priest. He quickly consecrated a chapel and with great energy set about the work of shepherding his flock there; but he was concerned not only for them but for the Arab Christian immigrants scattered through North America, most of whom were without a pastor and in danger of falling into heterodoxy or abandoning religious life. He traveled widely throughout the continent, visiting, counseling and serving Arab Christians, preaching, celebrating marriages and baptisms, receiving confessions and celebrating the Divine Liturgy, usually in private houses. In 1898 he published the first Orthodox prayer book in Arabic to appear in the New World. In 1899, he made a seven-month journey through forty-three American cities, seeking out the "scattered sheep" of the Church in America. His services were attended not only by Arabs but by Russians and Greeks, all of whom at that time depended on the Russian mission to North America. During this entire period, he held the official rank of Archimandrite, though his work and duties exceeded those of most bishops.   In 1901, Patriarch Meletios was elected to the see of Antioch, the first Arab to occupy the patriarchal throne for 168 years. Several proposals were made to elect Archimandrite Raphael to a see in Syria; but he refused all such offers, pointing out the Orthodox people's great and little-met needs in North America. In 1904, the Moscow Patriarchate made him Bishop of Brooklyn, the first Orthodox bishop to be consecrated on American soil. He redoubled his already impressive pastoral work, ordaining priests to the many new parishes that he had founded, and assisting Saint Tikhon (then Bishop of North America) in the care of his huge diocese. In 1905 he laid the foundation of the Monastery of St Tikhon in Pennsylvania.   The bishop saw the importance of integrating the faithful into the life of their new homeland, and was an early advocate of the use of English in American Church services. When Isabel Hapgood's Service Book — the first useful English translation of the Church's services — was published in 1906, he advocated its use in all his parishes.   In 1912, St Raphael was found to be suffering from heart disease, but continued his exhausting pastoral work for two more years. In 1915 he was finally unable to continue, and reposed after two months' illness.   When his relics were transported in 1998 from Brooklyn to Antiochian Village in Ligonier, PA, they were found to be incorrupt, and in 2000 he became the most recently glorified Saint of North America.   In North America St Raphael is commemorated on the anniversary of his repose: February 27 on the Civil/New Calendar, February 14 on the Julian Calendar. He is also commemorated with the Synaxis of Saints of North America on the Second Sunday after Pentecost. The Patriarchate of Antioch also commemorates him, but on Saturday before the Synaxis of the Archangels (November 8).

My friend and mentor, Bob Ekblad, recently wrote an article on the Church in North America and its support of the agendas and actions being promoted by the present administration. Bob quotes Romans 2, where Paul writes that "the name of God is blasphemed among the nations because of you," and directs this prophetic critique toward the American Church and ties it to idolatry. Ready or not, here we go!

Episode Summary: The sexual revolution isn't progress. It's a regression into outright paganism. This is not an overstatement.Today, we trace a direct line from Malthus and Darwin to Galton, Havelock Ellis, and Margaret Sanger, exposing how eugenic ideas shaped the birth control movement and continue to influence law, medicine, education, and even the Church today. Seth Gruber joins us to unpack his documentary The 1916 Project, laying out the historical evidence and connecting the dots from American academic elites to the Holocaust in Nazi Germany and then back again as those same ideas fueled the sexual revolution in the United States!Hear us wrestle with a modern paradox of how current anti-racist rhetoric comfortably coexists with praise for Sanger and her evil movement that explicitly sought the “cultivation of the better racial elements in our society, and the gradual suppression, elimination and eventual extirpation of defective stocks.” Few realize the impact that the normalization of birth control and contraception laws had in reshaping sexual ethics, eventually requiring abortion as a backstop, and why the Church's silence helped clear the path.  We close with hope, through the story of the White Rose resistance during WWII and a call to form believers to stand up and resist cultural capture with truth, courage, and love.Who is Disciple Nations Alliance (DNA)? Since 1997, DNA's mission has been to equip followers of Jesus around the globe with a biblical worldview, empowering them to build flourishing families, communities, and nations.

Have questions or comments about this (or a previous) episode, give us a text!In this episode Dennis reflects on why discipleship is so poorly defined and practiced in the American Church. Many programs talk about discipleship and many Christian's affirm it should be part of their daily Christian walk. But what does it fall so woefully short of the picture we see in the New Testament?https://corechristianity.com/resources/articles/5-reasons-we-dont-discipleIf you want to support this podcast and ministry with InFaith you can go to Infaith.org/dennis-sutherby and donate there.If you want to ask more about the ministry, ask a question, or add a comment you can email Dennis as dennissutherby@infaith.org or follow his Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/DennisInFaith Support the show

LETTER TO THE AMERICAN CHURCH  Join us for Final part of our 3 Part series "Letter to the American Church".   Want to learn more about Sisterhood?? Click the link Below  https://www.lifechurchwilm.com/sisterhood

What does the Bible have to say about minimalism? Turns out - quite a bit, although it may not seem like it at first glance. Joshua Becker's new book Uncluttered Faith: Own Less, Love, More, and Make an Impact in Your World, is centered around a  bold claim. Minimalism - specifically what Jesus has to say about possessions and money - is God's design for our life.  The book dives into Scripture passages that point to numerous spiritual benefits that you can experience through minimalism, to allow you to reach your full potential and impact in the Kingdom of God. In this episode, Joshua and I talk about: - Why the American Church hasn't focused more on the message of minimalism, specifically when it comes to Jesus' clear teachings on our relationship with money and material possessions - How our fruitfulness has been choked out by consumerism and distraction - How minimalism helps us enjoy the benefits of God's spiritual kingdom Joshua is the founder and editor of Becoming Minimalist, a website dedicated to intentional living that was named by SUCCESS Magazine as one of the top ten personal development websites. He is also the USA Today and WSJ best-selling author of 6 books including The Minimalist Home, The More of Less, and Things That Matter. His new book, Uncluttered Faith, will be released on February 10, 2026.  He is also the Founder of The Hope Effect, a nonprofit organization changing how the world cares for orphans. Currently, he lives in Peoria, AZ with his wife and two teenage children.

LETTER TO THE AMERICAN CHURCH  Join us for Part 2 of as we continue our 3 Part series "Letter to the American Church"   Want to learn more about Sisterhood?? Click the link Below  https://www.lifechurchwilm.com/sisterhood

This week on the Home Defense show Skip speaks with Doug Giles a best selling author of men's books. They discuss the feminization of the church, DEI, and the protests in Minneapolis. You'll like Doug's sense of humor and his wit.

LETTER TO THE AMERICAN CHURCH  January 27th 2026 Join us on today's episode of The Sisterhood & Co podcast as we unpack the book, Letter to the American Church by Eric Metaxas.  This is a 3 part series so make sure to listen to each one! This book is a deep look into the American church culture and what we can do to build the Kingdom of God Biblically today.   Want to learn more about Sisterhood?? Click the link Below  https://www.lifechurchwilm.com/sisterhood

Is the American Church becoming the very thing Jesus opposed?

Recently, President Trump sent troops into Venezuela to “arrest” President Maduro, an action that, according to the Constitution, certainly should require the approval of Congress. And even though President Trump did this on his own authority and, according to many reports, around 100 people were killed, most conservatives, including many who identify as Christians, have applauded this action. And this is not the first time that an American president has waged war or ordered the killing of citizens of foreign nations without due process. In 2011, President Obama ordered the killing of an American citizen by drone strike. President Clinton ordered bombings on a pharmaceutical company that killed one worker and injured others. President George H. W. Bush ordered the invasion of Panama on the grounds of “self-defense”. And there are many other examples. And while many will defend these actions based on the fact that the people killed were “not good people”, that should not be part of the equation. The question is does the American president have the right in the eyes of God to kill those who he considers a significant enough threat? Is that where God's word draws the line? Is it where the laws of the United States draw it? There are many bad people in the world, so can the president righteously kill whoever he chooses, or is he committing murder? And if it is wrong, why does the church so overwhelmingly support these bloodthirsty policies?Timecodes00:00:00 Venezuela00:04:53 Playing God00:09:15 Lethal Force00:11:37 Legitimate President?00:15:55 Act of Undeclared War00:23:51 Need for Justice00:27:26 Bloodthirsty Nature00:39:11 Romance of Bloodshed00:44:05 Maduro Charges01:00:43 Lawlessness Abounds01:20:04 Nigeria AttackProduction of Reformation Baptist Church of Youngsville, NCPermanent Hosts - Dan Horn, Charles Churchill and Joshua HornTechnical Director - Timothy KaiserTheme Music - Gabriel Hudelson

FB PROPHECY HOUR: The Last Days Judgement and the saving of the American ChurchFeaturing: Andrew StromDate: 12-18-2025How long will the Father withhold judgement or is it already started and who will be safe? Where is the real Church? Economic judgement is it coming first before invasion, floods, or other things. Will you loose it all?Andrew Strom was on with us tonight saying some things all should hear!Another do not Miss End-Time Radio program as “We are Warning the World as it HAPPENS!”“Remember we do not 100% agree with everything our guests, say, do, or believe. It's up to you to pray and sort it out!”ARCHIVES:https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/branchPLEASE VISIT:http://wichitahomeless.com/Donations and Contact:https://prophecyhour.com/https://www.messiahsbranch.com/Also Support are Guest's at:http://www.revivalschool.com

FB PROPHECY HOUR: The Last Days Judgement and the saving of the American ChurchFeaturing: Andrew StromDate: 12-18-2025How long will the Father withhold judgement or is it already started and who will be safe? Where is the real Church? Economic judgement is it coming first before invasion, floods, or other things. Will you loose it all?Andrew Strom was on with us tonight saying some things all should hear!Another do not Miss End-Time Radio program as “We are Warning the World as it HAPPENS!”“Remember we do not 100% agree with everything our guests, say, do, or believe. It's up to you to pray and sort it out!”ARCHIVES:https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/branchPLEASE VISIT:http://wichitahomeless.com/Donations and Contact:https://prophecyhour.com/https://www.messiahsbranch.com/Also Support are Guest's at:http://www.revivalschool.com

We catch up with Dr. Scott Aniol since he became President of G3 Ministries. Steve asks Scott a variety of questions, such as the impact of celebrities in the Christian sphere, why are Christians leaving Evangelicalism, Christian Nationalism and a few other topics. You can learn more about G3 Ministires here: https://g3min.org/?srsltid=AfmBOorg5sVaQ2tAuc4CGGocTts7sVFLll4Jj8qV50qrq8Yp_LdUWQCx Here is the book that Scott shared with us today (Worship in Song: A Biblical Approach to Music and Worship): https://shop.g3min.org/products/worship-in-song-a-biblical-approach-to-music-and-worship We hope and pray that Grounded has become useful to your walk with our Lord. In Christ, The Grounded Team

The Pope's recent live stream with thousands of American teens at the National Catholic Youth Conference was a monumental moment in the life of the American Church...and made Taylor's eyes wet. He & Chris Bartlett discuss why this was so meaningful to him & some of the best insights the Pope shared with us. Subscribe/Rate Never miss out on the craziness of each episode by hitting the subscribe button RIGHT NOW! Help other people find the show by taking a few moments to leave a review in your podcasting app. Thanks! YouTube Check out the show and other exclusive videos on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/fortecatholic Connect

The Pope's recent live stream with thousands of American teens at the National Catholic Youth Conference was a monumental moment in the life of the American Church...and made Taylor's eyes wet. He & Chris Bartlett discuss why this was so meaningful to him & some of the best insights the Pope shared with us. Subscribe/Rate Never miss out on the craziness of each episode by hitting the subscribe button RIGHT NOW! Help other people find the show by taking a few moments to leave a review in your podcasting app. Thanks! YouTube Check out the show and other exclusive videos on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/fortecatholic Connect

If Jesus wrote a letter to the American Church today, what would He say? In this episode of CPXL, Pastors Andy and Eric talk about what it really looks like to live for Christ. Not playing the game of going to church, but living a life that is changed by the Gospel.

If Jesus wrote a letter to the American Church today, what would He say? In this episode of CPXL, Pastors Andy and Eric talk about what it really looks like to live for Christ. Not playing the game of going to church, but living a life that is changed by the Gospel.

What do Charles Finney, Ellen G. White, and Joseph Smith have in common? They come from the "Burned-Over District." From revival tents to utopian communes, Michael Horton, Justin Holcomb, Walter Strickland, and Bob Hiller explore how 19th-Century upstate New York became ground zero for America's religious experiments. PARTNER WITH US - https://solamedia.org/partner/?sc=AS2502V When you become a partner today, you'll receive two remarkable books as our thanks: Rediscovering the Holy Spirit by Dr. Michael Horton and Praying with Jesus by Pastor Adriel Sanchez. We believe these books can guide you into a clearer understanding of the Spirit's work and a richer prayer life. FOLLOW US YouTube | Instagram | X/Twitter | Facebook | Newsletter WHO WE ARE Sola is home to White Horse Inn, Core Christianity, Modern Reformation, and Theo Global. Our mission is to serve today's global church by producing resources for reformation grounded in the historic Christian faith. Our vision is to see reformation in hearts, homes, and churches around the world. Learn more: https://solamedia.org/

In this episode of The Road to Emmaus—with the release of the third and final volume of the Breaking the Bread—Scott Hahn sits down with fellow author Ken Ogorek to discuss the upcoming liturgical year, Catechetics, and the rediscovery of Scripture as the soul of sacred theology. Together Dr. Hahn and Ken reflect on the importance of Breaking the Bread and how this devotional series is designed to bring together Scripture, the Catechism, and Church teachings and make them accessible to lay Catholics.   To order Breaking the Bread: Year A, visit: http://stpaulcenter.com/btba To order the complete set, visit: http://stpaulcenter.com/breakingthebreadset 00:00 Introduction & Ken's Background 08:17 Dei Verbum 12:43 The Catechism 18:17 Why the Lectionary & Liturgical Calendar Matter 24:40 Breaking the Bread as a Toll 29:11 The Future of the American Church 33:51 Reflecting on Breaking the Bread 39:11 Conclusion ✨ Join the largest group Bible Study in America—Bible Across America ➡️ https://stpaulcenter.com/america ___ Other ways to grow with the St. Paul Center: ⛪️ If you're a Priest looking to attend one of our annual Priest Conferences: https://stpaulcenter.co/priestconferences

Whiskey Review: King's American High Proof Whiskey Topic: Faithful Stewards: The Biblical Role of Church Members   Follow us on all your podcast platforms and: Instagram: @manhoodneat X: Manhood Neat (@ManhoodNeat) / X Youtube: Manhood, Neat Podcast - YouTube Reach out: manhood.neat@gmail.com   Show Notes: Explore the role of church members through a biblical lens, to define their responsibilities in four key areas: within the church building (worship and service)  toward church elders (submission and respect)  toward fellow believers (mutual support and edification) to the surrounding community (outreach and witness) Responsibilities at the Church Building Church members are called to regular assembly for worship, teaching, and service, not as an optional habit but as essential for spiritual growth and encouragement. This includes active participation, such as serving in roles like ushering, care giving, or maintenance,  1 Corinthians 12:12-27 stresses interdependence: "If one member suffers, all suffer together; if one member is honored, all rejoice together."  Hebrews 10:24-25 instructs, "Let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another."  Responsibility to Follow Church Elders Members are instructed to respect, obey, and submit to elders as spiritual overseers appointed by God for guidance and protection. Hebrews 13:17 commands, "Obey your leaders and submit to them, for they are keeping watch over your souls, as those who will have to give an account. Let them do this with joy and not with groaning, for that would be of no advantage to you."  1 Thessalonians 5:12-13 adds, "We ask you, brothers, to respect those who labor among you and are over you in the Lord and admonish you, and to esteem them very highly in love because of their work."  1 Peter 5:5 urges, "Likewise, you who are younger, be subject to the elders. Clothe yourselves, all of you, with humility toward one another." Responsibilities to One Another Believers are commanded to support, forgive, and build each other up, fostering a community of accountability and love.  Galatians 6:2 states, "Bear one another's burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ."  Ephesians 4:32 adds, "Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you."  Philippians 2:3-4 urges humility: "Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves. Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others." Responsibilities to the Community Around Them Church members are ambassadors, called to serve and evangelize beyond church walls. James 1:27 defines pure religion as "to visit orphans and widows in their affliction, and to keep oneself unstained from the world."  Matthew 5:13-16 calls believers "the salt of the earth" and "the light of the world," urging good works that glorify God.  The Great Commission in Matthew 28:19-20 commands: "Go therefore and make disciples of all nations."  

In this powerful sermon, Ps. Nate Schatzline boldly confronts the growing lack of truth within the Body of Christ.As believers, we're called to speak truth—no matter how uncomfortable or inconvenient it feels. Yet the enemy has conditioned much of the American Church to compromise and conceal truth under the guise of cultural sensitivity. Satan has prepared a Church that's comfortable with silence—one that tolerates deception rather than exposes it. But God is raising up a remnant that refuses to water down the Word.

In this episode of The Cordial Catholic, I'm joined by the elder statesman of American Catholicism the one and only George Weigel. Author of countless award-winning books, a regular columnist and commentator, and an all-around completely reasonable and decent Catholic guy, George joins us the week with a kind of State of the Union, a medical exam, if you will, of the Catholic Church with an eye to helping those new to the faith and those looking at Catholicism from the outside understand what's happening in the Church today. We tackle ideas of the nature of the Church and disagreements in Catholicism, the outlook for the American Church with an American Pope at the helm, the idea of evangelization and what's missing from Catholic discipleship, and, in general, what new Catholics can expect when they convert – and they are converting in droves these days!George is a bit of a sage when it comes to understanding the Church and even though he calls me "Kevin" throughout he has a lot of good points to make and this ended up being an absolutely wonderful conversation.For more from George check out his website.Send your feedback to cordialcatholic@gmail.com. Sign up for our newsletter for my reflections on  episodes, behind-the-scenes content, and exclusive contests.To watch this and other episodes please visit (and subscribe to!) our YouTube channel.Please consider financially supporting this show! For more information visit the Patreon page.  All patrons receive access to exclusive content and if you can give $5/mo or more you'll also be entered into monthly draws for fantastic books hand-picked by me.If you'd like to give a one-time donation to The Cordial Catholic, you can visit the PayPal page.Thank you to those already supporting the show!Theme Music: "Splendor (Intro)" by Former Ruins. Learn more at formerruins.com or listen on Spotify, Apple Music,A very special thanks to our Patreon co-producers who make this show possible: Amanda, Elli and Tom, Fr. Larry, Gina, Heather, James, Jorg, Michelle, Noah, Robert, Shelby, Susanne and Victor, and William.Beyond The BeaconJoin Bishop Kevin Sweeney for inspired interviews with Christians living out their faith!Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showFind and follow The Cordial Catholic on social media:Instagram: @cordialcatholicTwitter: @cordialcatholicYouTube: /thecordialcatholicFacebook: The Cordial CatholicTikTok: @cordialcatholic

I was only 7 years old when both MLKJr and RFK were assassinated in 1968. (I've been to the MLKJr Memorial and Museum in Memphis.) But I do still recall the swirl, energy, anger, the horror people felt from their assassinations. Those two mens' respective murders propelled the Civil Rights movement into dominance. No less is happening today with the assassination of Charlie Kirk three weeks ago. And this season of national grief is impelling a revival in the Church. But it won't be a revival like we've seen in the past. No, this revival both stems from and will passionately move toward a cultural and political effect. There's no more "me and my boyfriend, Jesus" kind of private Christianity that will seize our nation's attention. To that end, or flowing from that energy, I reference the method of leadership suggested by Karl Barth. He was a German theologian who criticized the Nazis, and I believe his suggested m.o. is brilliant grist for today's small "o" orthodox, confessing, Christ-glorifying Church. We are in a season of epic historical transformation. Will the Church tap into that, or will the American Church continue to duck and hide? Come think and laugh with me.

Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our weekly theme of “abundance out of scarcity” with a discussion about the benefit of godly friendships during tough times. We briefly flipped through 1 Samuel, Chapters 18-20, to see how Jonathan was a friend to David during a tough time. We then had a call segment where we asked our listeners to share a story about a time when God provided them with a friend when they needed them the most. Then Drew Hunter joined us to discuss the beauty and community in godly friendship and how to find it. Drew is the Teaching Pastor of Zionsville Fellowship, where he provides overall leadership, biblical teaching, and serves as an Elder. He graduated from the Moody Bible Institute and the graduate schools of Wheaton College. He also authored the book, “Made for Friendship: The Relationship That Halves Our Sorrows and Doubles Our Joys.” We then had Nick Hall join us to talk about the growth of digital evangelism and how God has called us to rise. Nick is an evangelist and the Founder and President of Pulse Evangelism, an organization that exists to make Jesus known by reaching the lost and unleashing the evangelist. He is also the President and CEO of The Table Coalition, which exists to catalyze partnership within the American Church so that more people know Jesus. If you're looking to hear a particular segment from the show, look at the following time stamps: Caller Segment (God provided a friend when you needed them the most) [10:50] Drew Hunter Interview (Godly Friendships in Hard Times) [21:53 ] Nick Hall Interview (The Call to Evangelize) [32:36] Karl and Crew airs live weekday mornings from 5-9 a.m. Central Time. Click this link for ways to listen in your area! https://www.moodyradio.org/ways-to-listen/Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's conversation is with historian, author, and activist Dr. Jemar Tisby. Early in 2025 I decided to read more history. Call it curiosity or wanting more context to our current political moment, I started to devour books about the Civil War and eventually more books about the Civil Rights era. One of those books was […] The post #370: The Truth About The American Church's Complicity in Racism (And Where We Go From Here) with Jemar Tisby appeared first on Beyond Sunday Worship.

When I became physically disabled in my mid-twenties, much of the world became inaccessible to me—including faith spaces. I've now spent nearly two decades making a seat at the world's table for people living with disabilities, which is why I feel such deep kinship with my guest today. His life is about making space at the table, too.Jemar Tisby is a best-selling author, historian, and professor who is leading the church in the pursuit of racial justice. We're talking all accessing your God-given purpose, creating inclusive communities, seeking the kingdom of God, and raising resilient kids. This conversation is rich with wisdom and I hope you'll join us at the table for it.What we mentioned:The Color of Compromise: The Truth about the American Church's Complicity in Racism by Jemar Tisby - https://a.co/d/5nb0fppHow to Fight Racism: Courageous Christianity and the Journey Toward Racial Justice by Jemar Tisby - https://a.co/d/58D4cY7The Spirit of Justice: True Stories of Faith, Race, and Resistance by Jemar Tisby - https://a.co/d/aXphkaPThe Witness - https://thewitnessinc.com/Footnotes by Jemar Tisby (Substack) - https://jemartisby.substack.com/The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron - https://a.co/d/5iS6rVGStories of the Spirit of Justice by Jemar Tisby - https://a.co/d/58D4cY7Jemar on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jemartisbyScriptures we referenced:Galatians 3:28Ephesians 4:1-16Joshua 1:1-9Matthew 22:37More about Katherine & Hope HealsFor more messages of hope, free resources, and opportunities to connect with me: https://hopeheals.com/Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hopeheals/⁠Subscribe to The GoodHard Story Podcast!Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/good-hard-story-podcast/id1496882479Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/0OYz6G9Q2tNNVOX9YSdmFb?si=043bd6b10a664bebWant a little hope in your inbox? ⁠⁠Sign up for the Hope Note⁠⁠, a monthly digest of only the good stuff, like reflections from me and a curated roundup of the Internet's most redemptive content: http://eepurl.com/gGUnlfGet to know us:⁠⁠Hope Heals⁠⁠: https://hopeheals.com/spaces⁠⁠Hope Heals Camp⁠⁠: https://hopeheals.com/camp⁠⁠Mend Coffee⁠⁠: https://www.mendcoffee.com/Instagram⁠: https://www.instagram.com/hopeheals/

How do you build a church in a land that doesn’t want you? In this episode, we follow the early development of the Catholic Church in the United States—from Maryland’s founding as a Catholic refuge to the challenges of worship in secret and organizing without bishops. At the center of it all is John Carroll, a Jesuit priest who would become the first bishop in American history. Through political suspicion, missionary improvisation, and internal conflict, Carroll and his fellow Catholics carved out space for faith in a revolutionary new republic. #CatholicHistory #JohnCarroll #AmericanCatholics #PapacyPodcast #HistoryPodcast #FoundingEra #ChurchAndState #USHistory #ReligiousFreedomSupport the show:Buy me a coffee! https://buymeacoffee.com/historyofthepapacyPatreon: http://patreon.com/historyofthepapacyBuy me a book: http://bit.ly/40ckJ8EHave questions, comments or feedback? Here are ways to contact me:Email Us: steve@atozhistorypage.comHow to listen: https://www.atozhistorypage.com/podcastMusic Provided by:"Sonatina in C Minor" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)"Funeral March for Brass" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)"Crusade Heavy Perfect Loop" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Agnus Dei X - Bitter Suite Kevin MacLeaod (incomptech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What if our culture's biggest crisis isn't political, but spiritual and relational? New York Times columnist, bestselling author, and Atlantic columnist David Brooks talks about how American culture has changed in our lifetime and why he thinks it's overpoliticized and undermoralized. Plus, he shares how he became a Christian, his friendship with Tim Keller, and why he writes for 5 hours to get 1200 words each day.