Podcasts about Christians

Allie was joined by Megan Basham, culture reporter for the Daily Wire, to discuss her investigation into the After Party, a curriculum written by Curtis Chang, David French, and Russell Moore, which is being pushed onto churches in an effort to bring Christians of different political backgrounds together. Megan shares how this curriculum not only fails at its objective but is funded by secular progressives: Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors. We discuss why Rockefeller's interest in bankrolling Bible studies is a red flag, including the fact that among the other initiatives funded are organizations that are pro-LGBTQ and pro-abortion. What's in the After Party curriculum and what message is it really sending? We also look at the "AND Campaign" and how it is also funded by the Rockefellers. We explain how politics is a way to love our neighbor and why getting it right matters for the church. --- Timecodes: (01:12) What is The After Party? / Rockefeller funding (07:50) What are their motivations? (15:00) What's in the curriculum? (32:28) The AND Campaign / moral equivalence (42:53) X / Twitter exchange about abortion / politics in Christianity (49:20) Can Christians vote Democrat? Links: Megan Basham: "Follow the Money to The After Party" https://www.firstthings.com/web-exclusives/2024/01/follow-the-money-to-the-after-party --- Relevant Episodes: Ep 607 | John MacArthur, Hillsong Documentary & SBC Drama | Guest: Megan Basham https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-607-john-macarthur-hillsong-documentary-sbc-drama/id1359249098?i=1000558899144 Ep 920 | Russell Moore, David French & the Fake Threat of Christian Nationalism | Guest: John Cooper https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-920-russell-moore-david-french-the-fake-threat/id1359249098?i=1000638231068 Ep 508 | My Response to John Piper, Tim Keller & Big Eva https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-508-my-response-to-john-piper-tim-keller-big-eva/id1359249098?i=1000539092606 Share the Arrows 2026 is on October 10 in Dallas, Texas! Tickets are on sale now at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://sharethearrows.com⁠⁠⁠Share the Arrows is sponsored by:A'del Natural Cosmetics: AdelNaturalCosmetics.comRange Leather: RangeLeather.com/ALLIEWe Heart Nutrition: WeHeartNutrition.comBuy Allie's book "Toxic Empathy: How Progressives Exploit Christian Compassion": ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.toxicempathy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ---► Buy Allie's book, "You're Not Enough (& That's Okay): Escaping the Toxic Culture of Self-Love": https://alliebethstuckey.com/book► Subscribe to the podcast:iTunes: https://apple.co/2UVssnPSpotify: https://spoti.fi/2FwkXxj► Connect with Allie on Social Media: https://twitter.com/conservmillenhttps://www.instagram.com/alliebstuckey/https://facebook.com/allieBlazeTV/► Relatable merchandise – use promo code 'ALLIE10' for a discount: https://shop.blazemedia.com/collections/allie-stuckey

Over the past 18 months some of the most violent attacks against persecuted Christians anywhere in the world have taken place in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, a country where more than 100 armed groups—many motivated by Islamist ideals—vie for territory and influence. Dr. David Kasali, founder and president of Congo Initiative, is back on VOM Radio this week to tell how Christians are responding and enduring, how they are choosing to be victors instead of victims. Listen as he shares how he trains Christians to overcome their fears and how he prays for Christ's Kingdom to be established in DRC, just as it is in heaven. He'll also share how Congo Initiative is welcoming Christians from around the world to come and serve in various roles. "We have to work," Dr. Kasali says, "for the coming Kingdom of God." He'll also share the story of his calling by God to return to Congo—leaving behind an education ministry he truly loved in Kenya—to serve and strengthen the persecuted church in DRC. And finally, he'll equip listeners to pray specifically for the needs of persecuted Christians in the Congo. Dr. Kasali's first visit with VOM Radio can be heard here. The VOM App for your smartphone or tablet will help you pray daily for persecuted Christians in nations like North Korea, Nigeria, China and Iran, as well as provide free access to e-books, audiobooks, video content, and feature films. Download the VOM App for your iOS or Android device today.

Rome's decline sounds uncomfortably familiar as Al, Zach, John Luke, and Christian compare the empire's political chaos, devalued currency, and hunger for centralized power to warning signs in America today. The guys discuss why Christianity has always threatened governments that want ultimate control, since believers answer to God before the state. Al connects Diocletian's leadership reforms to the biblical wisdom Jethro gave Moses, and they wrestle with the difficult duty to pray for leaders even when Christians strongly disagree with them. Need a refresher on Ancient Christianity? Check out the previous episode on this topic at https://youtu.be/vP3u0pQP74c?si=cnpxf7EFOI2nMmnQ Today's conversation is about Lesson 8 of Ancient Christianity taught by visiting Hillsdale Professor of History Kenneth Calvert. Take the course with us at no cost to you! Sign up at http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/. More about Ancient Christianity: Christ entered the world during the reign of Caesar Augustus. The tensions between Christianity and the Roman Empire shaped the daily practice of the Christian faith and led many Romans to distrust and persecute the early Christians. But Christianity also benefitted from the Roman world. And when Rome collapsed in the West, Christianity provided the hope for preserving civilization. In this free, eleven-lecture course, Professor Kenneth Calvert will explore: How the Jewish, Greek, and Roman cultures all contributed to preparing the world to hear the Gospel. Why many Romans distrusted and persecuted the early Christians. The inspiring stories of Christ, His apostles, and faithful ones throughout the first four centuries of Christianity. The arguments of key early Christian apologists—Ignatius, Irenaeus, Justin, Athanasius, and more—who defended and defined the Christian faith amidst the animosity of the Roman world. The conversion of Constantine and how he brought stability to Rome, and how the rivalry between his sons almost returned Rome to paganism. How Augustine's writings helped preserve the message of Christianity during the collapse of the Roman Empire in the West. You will discover the uncertainties, trials, and triumphs of the earliest Christians as they confronted controversies within the faith and persecutions from outside it. Join us today to discover the improbable and miraculous story of Christianity. Sign up at ⁠http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/ Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/at-home-with-phil-robertson/id1835224621 Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts. Chapters 00:00 Al's Awkward Haircut Dilemma 05:30 Old-School Barbers & “Bughead” Trauma 11:04 Rome's Money Problems Sound Familiar 16:01 Why Rome Saw Christianity as a Threat 19:08 Freedom Without God Starts to Devour Itself 24:28 The Wisdom of Shared Power 30:03 Galerius Brings Peace, Heresy Follows 36:18 Wrapping Your Brain Around the Trinity 40:16 The Church's Role in the Secular World — Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is The Briefing, a daily analysis of news and events from a Christian worldview.On today's edition of The Briefing, Dr. Mohler discusses decrease in work by American young men, businesses hiring less teens for summer jobs, and he answers questions about heaven, receiving a Christian jury of peers, contemporary Christian music, hymns, and the desire to be with Christ in heaven.Part I (00:14 – 08:32)American Young Men Have a Work Problem: The Work Rate of American Young Men is Decreasing, and That's a Big Moral ProblemAmerican Idle: The Work Ethic Goes Out of Style by The Wall Street Journal (Jason L. Riley)Part II (08:32 – 11:25)Businesses are Hiring Less and Less Teens: This is a Net Negative for Developing Work Ethic in Young PeopleSummer jobs for teens expected to fall. Where can they still find work? by USA Today (Rachel Barber)Part III (11:25 – 14:28)Will I Be Tall in Heaven? — Dr. Mohler Responds to a Letter From a 6-Year-Old Listener of The BriefingPart IV (14:28 – 16:40)If I Was in Court as a Christian and Needed a Jury, Would It Be Wrong for a Court to Deny Me a Jury of Christians? — Dr. Mohler Responds to Letters From Listeners of The BriefingPart V (16:40 – 19:59)Is Contemporary Christian Music Problematic? — Dr. Mohler Responds to a Letter From a 14-Year-Old Listener of The BriefingPart VI (19:59 – 23:03)How Should Churches Decide What Hymns to Sing? — Dr. Mohler Responds to Letters From Listeners of The BriefingPart VII (23:03 – 26:31)I Have a Deep Desire to be in Heaven with Christ. Is That Feeling Healthy and Christ-Exalting? — Dr. Mohler Responds to Letters From Listeners of The BriefingSign up to receive The Briefing in your inbox every weekday morning.Follow Dr. Mohler:X | Instagram | Facebook | YouTubeFor more information on The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, go to sbts.edu.For more information on Boyce College, just go to BoyceCollege.com.To write Dr. Mohler or submit a question for The Mailbox, go here.

Culture Friday on quarterback Jaxson Dart's introduction of President Trump, a mostly forgotten Broadway musical, and Word Play on greatness appearing effortless. Plus, the Friday morning newsSupport The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donateAdditional support comes from Pensacola Theological Seminary... Preparing students to preach God's Word. go.pcci.edu/startseminaryFrom Ambassadors Impact Network, a nonprofit investor group that has helped investor members deploy over $26 million into more than 60 companies since 2018. The network seeks growth-stage businesses led by Christians who tangibly show and share the gospel. If you know an investor interested in faith-aligned private company opportunities, encourage them to explore membership at ambassadorsimpact.comAnd from Dordt University, host of the upcoming At Work in the Garden conference, celebrating God's good design of work. Dordt.edu/garden

It's Mailbag Friday! You've got questions, we've got answers. Segment 1 • Trevor asks: “What are practical ways I can serve my pastor?” Segment 2 • Bob asks a foundational question: What must be present for a baptism to be biblically valid? • Anonymous wrestles with a painful issue: When, if ever, is "going no contact" with abusive parents a biblical option? Segment 3 • Gordon asks whether our death date is predetermined — and how Christians should think about illness without fear or fatalism. • Jon wonders if patriotic displays and songs belong in a worship service, or if they can distract from Christ. • Anonymous asks how to lovingly evangelize a devoted cultural Christian who talks like a believer but may not understand the gospel at all. Segment 4 • Anonymous asks whether getting a vasectomy is a wise stewardship decision or a sinful attempt to limit God's blessing. ___ Thanks for listening! Wretched Radio would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Wretched Radio we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn't be more thankful for you if we tried!

Greg Jenner is joined in late antique Egypt by Professor Edith Hall and comedian Olga Koch to learn about the life of mathematician Hypatia of Alexandria.An important mathematical and astronomical thinker, Hypatia is best known today for her brutal death at the hands of Christian fundamentalists. Born to a well-respected mathematician named Theon in fourth-century Alexandria, Hypatia received an unusually advanced education for a woman, and eventually took over her father's school. But with the city in which she lived riven by religious and political conflicts during the declining days of the Roman empire, she came to the attention of radical Christians – with fatal consequences.In this episode we explore Hypatia's trailblazing life as a philosopher and mathematician, and her afterlife as a martyr for intellectual enquiry, and as a certified feminist icon.This is a radio edit of the original podcast episode. For the full-length version, please look further back in the feed.Hosted by: Greg Jenner Research by: Adam Simcox Written by: Dr Emmie Rose Price-Goodfellow, Dr Emma Nagouse, and Greg Jenner Produced by: Dr Emmie Rose Price-Goodfellow and Greg Jenner Audio Producer: Steve Hankey Production Coordinator: Gill Huggett Senior Producer: Dr Emma Nagouse Executive Editor: Philip Sellars

In this episode, Nancy Wilson considers spiritual vitality: what it is, how it compares to physical vitality, and how Christians maintain it through Scripture, prayer, confession, and perseverance in doing good. Find more from Nancy and others on Canon+: https://canonplus.com/tabs/none/pages/nancy-wilson 

Just because people call themselves Christians doesn't make it true. It's not enough to meet in a church building or sign the roster. Today, R.C. Sproul explains that a true church will obey the Lord. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/true-and-false-churches/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

On In The Market with Janet Parshall this week, Matt Whitman joined us to explain why we are seeing an increased interest in the church, the Bible and Jesus today. We spent time with two guests this week addressing the recent claims about U.F.O’s and alien life. First Dr. Fazale Rana put the latest claims into a biblical perspective and explained how Christians should like about these events. Then on Tuesday Dr. Casey Luskin explained why if there was such a thing as alien life it would be a greater danger those who believe in materialistic evolution than for those who believe in a creator God. We also told you why the U.N. wants you to eat insects instead of meat. National Security expert Lt. Col Robert Magginnis gave us a sobering warning about the encroachment of AI in every aspect of our lives and why we should not ignore this threat. “Readin, Writin and Rithmatic” are at the bottom of priority list for too many schools today. Janet’s daughter, the vice president of Defending Education, was back to explain how indoctrination has taken the place of education in America’s classrooms. There is only one way to combat the broken and misguided ideals permeating our society today, the word of God. Join Janet and Craig as they continue to teach, by example, how to apply His truth to our lives every day and in every circumstance.Become a Parshall Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/inthemarket/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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

This week, we discuss: Rethinking Just War: Pope Francis's comments on just war theory spark a timely conversation about self-defense, civilian harm, AI warfare, and whether Christian ethics needs fresh application in modern conflict.Marriage Shapes Young Men: New research suggests that having marriage on the horizon can motivate young men toward work, maturity, commitment, and lower-risk choices.Church And State Confusion: A debate over “separation of church and state” opens up deeper questions about religious liberty, political power, and why Christians should care about protecting the church from corruption.Screen-Free Summer Reset: A radical family experiment in removing screens offers practical hope for helping kids rediscover books, outdoor play, creativity, and real-life community.Listener Question: AI Fear Or Wisdom: A listener question about Anthropic's AI blackmail test raises the need for Christians to avoid panic while still taking the risks of human-made technology seriously.Listener Question: Sexuality And Church Leadership: A listener's question about LGBTQ-affirming views in worship leadership leads to a nuanced distinction between disagreement among church members and qualifications for spiritual leadership.==========Think Biblically: Conversations on Faith and Culture is a podcast from Talbot School of Theology at Biola University, which offers degrees both online and on campus in Southern California.   Find all episodes of Think Biblically at: https://www.biola.edu/think-biblically.   To submit comments, ask questions, or make suggestions on issues you'd like us to cover or guests you'd like us to have on the podcast, email us at thinkbiblically@biola.edu.  

Public distrust of the Ebola outbreak, the end of Trump's anti-weaponization fund, protecting women-only shelters, and Astronaut Barry Wilmore's training and faith. Plus, Daniel Suhr on responsibility for transgender procedures, New York sewer visitors, and the Thursday morning newsSupport The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donateAdditional support comes from Ambassadors Impact Network, a nonprofit investor group that has helped investor members deploy over $26 million into more than 60 companies since 2018. The network seeks growth-stage businesses led by Christians who tangibly show and share the gospel. If you know an investor interested in faith-aligned private company opportunities, encourage them to explore membership at ambassadorsimpact.comFrom Dordt University, host of the upcoming At Work in the Garden conference, celebrating God's good design of work. Dordt.edu/gardenAnd from Pensacola Theological Seminary... Preparing students to preach God's Word. go.pcci.edu/startseminary

Segment 1 • Is AI actually helping you find the truth—or quietly deciding what truth you're allowed to see? • Todd connects the architecture of the Obama Presidential Center to a much bigger worldview battle. • Why do buildings, algorithms, and modern culture seem to be telling the same story about America? Segment 2 • Has the church become so concerned about saving America that it's losing sight of its primary mission? • What's more dangerous: a compromised nation or a compromised church? • Todd examines whether Christians are confusing political influence with biblical priorities. Segment 3 • Dr. Albert Mohler shares a surprisingly transparent update about ongoing health struggles. • What does it look like to suffer publicly while trusting God's sovereignty? • Why is a theology of suffering essential before life gets really hard? Segment 4 • Todd and Jimmy discuss sanctification, humility, and why God's priorities are often different from ours—before ending with a few classic dad jokes. • Jimmy opens up about living with MS, chronic weakness, and upcoming surgery. • Can suffering actually make you more dependent on God and more compassionate toward others? ___ Thanks for listening! Wretched Radio would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Wretched Radio we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn't be more thankful for you if we tried!

The kingdom of God stands in direct opposition to a world consumed by personal ambition. Ray, E.Z., Mark, and Oscar explore what it truly means to live with a kingdom mindset and why selfishness is one of the greatest obstacles to faithful Christian living. They explain that kingdom-mindedness means living under God's rule, reign, and authority rather than building a personal kingdom centered on recognition or control. True freedom comes when believers stop striving to make a name for themselves and instead focus on the glory of God and the good of His kingdom. The cross itself represents a complete transfer of allegiance, with every area of life falling under the authority of Christ.The guys point to Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane as the perfect example of surrender to the Father's will. Even in anguish, Jesus submitted Himself completely, showing that suffering and obedience are not incompatible. They also reflect on David's life, whose continual repentance and worship revealed a heart shaped by the kingdom of God. Kingdom-mindedness produces humility, worship, and a desire to be searched and refined by the Lord. The guys emphasize that believers often become distracted by earthly concerns, preventing them from simply resting in God's presence and delighting in Him.The conversation then turns to how kingdom living shapes daily priorities and relationships. The kingdom of God is marked by righteousness, peace, and joy in the Holy Spirit, fostering a new disposition toward sin, obedience, and community. The guys explain that Christians are not meant to live in isolation but in fellowship, learning from those who have walked faithfully before them. God has given His people resources, wisdom, and testimonies of His faithfulness to strengthen them through every season. Kingdom-minded believers recognize that their lives are not their own and that every opportunity exists for God's glory.Finally, the guys discuss the importance of resting in God's kingdom rather than being consumed by the world's noise and anxiety. Modern life is full of distractions that constantly pull attention away from God, making silence and stillness increasingly rare. The guys encourage believers to slow down, seek God first, and recognize His care in both Scripture and creation. Kingdom-mindedness means fully trusting the King, knowing that He provides, sustains, and rules with perfect goodness. In the end, believers are reminded that their ultimate inheritance is not found in earthly success but in belonging to Christ and awaiting the King's return.Send us Fan MailThanks for listening! If you've been helped by this podcast, we'd be grateful if you'd consider subscribing, sharing, and leaving us a comment and 5-star rating! Visit the Living Waters website to learn more and to access helpful resources!You can find helpful counseling resources at biblicalcounseling.com.Check out The Evidence Study Bible and the Basic Training Course.You can connect with us at podcast@livingwaters.com. We're thankful for your input!Learn more about the hosts of this podcast.Ray ComfortEmeal (“E.Z.”) ZwayneMark SpenceOscar Navarro

In this Bible Story, Adonijah exalts himself as the king, but David makes sure to anoint Solomon as the true king. This story is inspired by 1 Kings 1. Go to https://www.BibleinaYear.com and learn the Bible in a Year.Today's Bible verse is 1 Kings 1:43 from the King James Version.Episode 112: David's time as king was coming to a close and this meant it was time for him to choose who would sit on the throne after him. His choice was Solomon. But Adonijah, displeased by this, plotted to become king in place of his brother. As he was making a feast for himself among a select group of people to proclaim him king, Nathan and Bathsheba hurry to David requesting that he publicly announce Solomon as king.Hear the Bible come to life as Pastor Jack Graham leads you through the official BibleinaYear.com podcast. This Biblical Audio Experience will help you master wisdom from the world's greatest book. In each episode, you will learn to apply Biblical principles to everyday life. Now understanding the Bible is easier than ever before; enjoy a cinematic audio experience full of inspirational storytelling, orchestral music, and profound commentary from world-renowned Pastor Jack Graham.Also, you can download the Pray.com app for more Christian content, including, Daily Prayers, Inspirational Testimonies, and Bedtime Bible Stories.Visit JackGraham.org for more resources on how to tap into God's power for successful Christian living.This episode is sponsored by Medi-Share, an innovative health care solution for Christians to save money without sacrificing quality.Pray.com is the digital destination of faith. With over 5,000 daily prayers, meditations, bedtime stories, and cinematic stories inspired by the Bible, the Pray.com app has everything you need to keep your focus on the Lord. Make Prayer a priority and download the #1 App for Prayer and Sleep today in the Apple app store or Google Play store.Executive Producers: Steve Gatena & Max BardProducer: Ben GammonHosted by: Pastor Jack GrahamMusic by: Andrew Morgan SmithBible Story narration by: Todd Haberkorn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Christians are wondering about the modern State of Israel and contemporary Jewish people. Are they related to the biblical kingdom of Israel and the ancient Jewish people of the Scriptures? Others question whether Jewish people are only God’s people of yesterday, or do they have an ongoing place in God’s plan? How does the Church relate to the Jewish people and why should Christians care about the Jewish people and their homeland? Dr. Michael Rydelnik will join us to answer these questions and more. Join us for a timely and biblically grounded conversation.Become a Parshall Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/inthemarket/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NOTE: When you sign up for Patreon, PLEASE do it through a web browser (Safari, Chrome, etc.) and NOT an app on your iPhone. The Apple app charges 30% !!! If you just click on the link above, it should be fine. Link to Dr. Aaron Edwards' article we discussed: https://thatgoodfight.substack.com/p/why-pride-is-the-marketized-subversion Link to Dr. Aaron Edwards' Substack: https://thatgoodfight.substack.com/ In today's episode, Becket Cook welcomes back theologian Dr. Aaron Edwards to break down London Pride’s "manifesto" line-by-line. They expose how Pride functions as a religious festival that inverts Christian holiness, feast days, love, joy, and truth — turning sin into a corporate celebration while silencing ex-gay voices and biblical conviction. Aaron shares how he lost his job at Cliff College for tweeting “Homosexuality is invading the church,” and they confront the real-world darkness: grooming, child exploitation cases, and the demonic ideology behind the rainbow.A bold call for Christians to stop retreating and speak truth in love. This is essential viewing on Pride Month, LGBTQ ideology, authentic joy vs. counterfeit celebration, and why opposing Pride is loving your neighbor. The Becket Cook Show Ep. 242 Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

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

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

Are you feeling spiritually confused, disconnected from God, or questioning the religious traditions you've been taught? In this profound episode of the Sovereign Man Podcast, we welcome Tom Snow, a man whose mission is to help sincere believers navigate the complex spiritual landscape of modern Christianity. Tom shares his incredible journey from a terminal cancer diagnosis at age 15 to a miraculous healing that sparked a 55-year walk with the Lord. We dive deep into the original Greek and Hebrew texts to explore how certain teachings may have led well-intentioned Christians away from biblical truth. Tom discusses the difference between "religiosity" and a genuine relationship with God, the power of yielding to the Holy Spirit, and how to find true freedom from spiritual deception. Whether you're searching for authentic Christianity or looking to deepen your spiritual sovereignty, this conversation will challenge and inspire you.     Timestamps Timestamp Topic Description 0:00 Welcome & Introduction to Tom Snow 0:47 Tom's Mission: Navigating the spiritual landscape of modern Christianity 2:04 A Hidden Heritage: Discovering Jewish roots at age 16 3:07 The Terminal Diagnosis: Facing a football-sized tumor at age 15 4:08 The Audible Voice of God: A promise of love and a future mate 5:00 From Biker Gang to Jesus Freak: A radical transformation 6:43 The Miraculous Healing: How a rock-hard tumor melted in 24 hours 9:35 The 55-Year Walk: Celebrating a lifetime of walking with the Lord 10:45 The Fullness of God: Understanding the Holy Spirit within us 11:41 The Science of the Word: How God holds the world together by His mouth 13:22 Yielding vs. Religiosity: Why Tom hates fake spirituality 14:35 Studying the Original Texts: Diving into Greek, Hebrew, and Arabic 16:13 The Problem with Translations: Why Tom uses multiple versions and concordances 25:57 False Apostles and Prophets: Discerning true vs. false spiritual leaders 27:11 The Irrevocable Gifts: Why God doesn't take back spiritual callings 29:03 Yielding and Choice: The only powers we have in the spiritual realm 30:14 Religion as Control: Questioning the origins and doctoring of the Bible 36:31 The Peace that Passes Understanding: The ultimate proof of God's presence 43:26 The Asbestos Connection: The tragic story behind Tom's mother's cancer 45:56 The Guilt of the World: Why Tom initially refused to seek help for his cancer 62:22 How to Support Tom's Work: The Daily Stand and Set the Captives Free 62:55 Where to Find Tom: JustToBeClear.com 64:06 Outro: RoyCoughlan.com and the Sovereign Man Podcast      

Allie examines the Texas Senate race between Republican Ken Paxton and Democrat James Talarico and tackles the tough question: How should Christians vote when both candidates have serious flaws? She breaks down Paxton's moral failings and past scandals alongside Talarico's radically progressive positions—including his claims that “God is non-binary,” strong support for abortion, gender transitions for minors, prison abolition, and open-border policies—while evaluating their records on life, family, borders, and justice through a biblical lens. Additionally, Allie interviews her brother, Justin Simmons, who is the US Attorney for the Western District of Texas. Justin details his mission to crack down on drug smuggling, human trafficking and fraud, while urging others to improve their communities rather than choosing a life of self-gratification. Gov. Abbott declares CAIR a terrorist organization: https://gov.texas.gov/news/post/governor-abbott-designates-muslim-brotherhood-cair-as-foreign-terrorist-organizations Ken Paxton's Impeachment: https://ballotpedia.org/Impeachment_of_Ken_Paxton,_2023 Share the Arrows 2026 is on October 10 in Dallas, Texas! Tickets are on sale now at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://sharethearrows.com⁠⁠⁠ Share the Arrows is sponsored by: A'del Natural Cosmetics: AdelNaturalCosmetics.com Range Leather: RangeLeather.com/ALLIE We Heart Nutrition: WeHeartNutrition.com Buy Allie's book "Toxic Empathy: How Progressives Exploit Christian Compassion": ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.toxicempathy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ – Time Codes 0:00 Introduction 1:11 Can James Talarico win in Texas? 39:14 Interview with the US Attorney for West Texas 1:09:57 Closing Remarks – Today's Sponsors: We Heart Nutrition | Check out We Heart Nutrition at ⁠⁠⁠WeHeartNutrition.com⁠⁠⁠ and use the code ALLIE for 20% off. A'del | Visit AdelNaturalCosmetics.com and enter promo code ALLIE for 25% off your first-time purchase. Good Ranchers | To support a company that honors America's past, present, and future, visit ⁠GoodRanchers.com⁠ today. When you start your plan, you'll get to pick a free meat that will be included in every order for life, and you'll get $25 off your first order using my exclusive code, ALLIE. Legacybox | Visit Legacybox.com/ALLIE to take advantage of Legacybox's Spring Cleaning sale and preserve your family's story. Alliance Defending Freedom | Every dollar you give to ADF by March 31 will be doubled by a special matching grant, only while matching funds last. Go to JOINADF.com/ALLIE or text ALLIE to 83848 to have your gift matched to protect brave Americans. Episodes You May Like: Ep 1315 | James Talarico Is More Demonic Than You Think https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-1315-james-talarico-is-more-demonic-than-you-think/id1359249098?i=1000754075488 Ep 1305 | Is Trump Targeting Talarico? Colbert's Lie Exposed https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-1305-is-trump-targeting-talarico-colberts-lie-exposed/id1359249098?i=1000750390293 Ep 1221 | Rebutting 'Progressive Christian' James Talarico's Bad Theology https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-1221-rebutting-progressive-christian-james-talaricos/id1359249098?i=1000718715520 --- ► Buy Allie's book, "You're Not Enough (& That's Okay): Escaping the Toxic Culture of Self-Love": https://alliebethstuckey.com/book ► Subscribe to the podcast: iTunes: https://apple.co/2UVssnP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2FwkXxj ► Connect with Allie on Social Media: https://twitter.com/conservmillen https://www.instagram.com/alliebstuckey/ https://facebook.com/allieBlazeTV/ ► Relatable merchandise – use promo code 'ALLIE10' for a discount: https://shop.blazemedia.com/collections/allie-stuckey

Washington Wednesday on Trump's most significant achievement, World Tour on Prime Minister Mark Carney's political leverage, and digitizing New Testament manuscripts. Plus, Cal Thomas on unconventional alternatives for Los Angeles voters, a misnamed Bluetooth speaker, and the Wednesday morning newsSupport The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donateAdditional support comes from And from Dordt University, host of the upcoming At Work in the Garden conference, celebrating God's good design of work. Dordt.edu/gardenFrom Pensacola Theological Seminary... Preparing students to preach God's Word. go.pcci.edu/startseminaryAnd from rom Ambassadors Impact Network, a group of Christian investors funding companies that share the gospel through business. More at ambassadorsimpact.comnonprofit investor group that has helped investor members deploy over $26 million into more than 60 companies since 2018. The network seeks growth-stage businesses led by Christians who tangibly show and share the gospel. If you know an investor interested in faith-aligned private company opportunities, encourage them to explore membership at ambassadorsimpact.com

It's easy to get lost in a large crowd, to become one of many. Jesus, however, doesn't just see Christians in general; He knows each of us by name! Listen to Truth For Life as Alistair Begg examines the intimacy between the Good Shepherd and His flock. ----------------------------------------- • Click here and look for "FROM THE SERMON" to stream or read the full message. • This program is part of the series ‘Truly, Truly, I Say to You…' • Learn more about our current resource, request your copy with a donation of any amount. • Do you benefit by learning from Alistair? Your learning is made possible by another's generosity whose giving covers the cost of this daily podcast. Will you consider paying their generosity forward? When you give $20 or more monthly, you can request both our book selections and build a great library of 24 theologically rich books each year! ‘Visit truthforlife.org/truthpartner.' •Experience God's blessing in your marriage when you follow His design for husbands and wives. Learn more by requesting the brief ‘3-day reading plan from Alistair Begg.' Helpful Resources - Learn about God's salvation plan - Read our most recent articles - Subscribe to our daily devotional Follow Us YouTube | Instagram | Facebook | Twitter This listener-funded program features the clear, relevant Bible teaching of Alistair Begg. Today's program and nearly 3,000 messages can be streamed and shared for free at tfl.org thanks to the generous giving from monthly donors called Truthpartners. Learn more about this Gospel-sharing team or become one today. Thanks for listening to Truth For Life!

Many Christians say, "Just preach the gospel—God will do the rest." But Scripture paints a richer picture: the gospel is the power of God for salvation, and God still calls us to reason, explain, and persuade. In this episode, J. Warner Wallace walks through key passages—from Romans and Proverbs to the book of Acts—to show how Jesus' first followers actually shared the message. You'll see why Peter, Paul, and the other apostles worked so hard to contextualize the same unchanging gospel for very different audiences, from devout Jews to skeptical philosophers and hostile officials. J. Warner then turns to our modern, post‑Christian culture and makes the case that wise persuasion and careful "translation" are not optional add‑ons, but part of biblical evangelism. You'll learn why trusting the Spirit and the power of the message should actually motivate you to think harder about your words, your tone, and your starting point in every conversation. If this episode challenges or helps you, please take a moment to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast—your feedback helps more people discover this content and strengthens our growing community of Christian case makers.

n this impactful episode of Kingdom Crossroads, TS Wright welcomes Reverend Stu Woods from Australia for a timely teaching centered on Proverbs 15:9 and Colossians 3. Reverend Woods explores the contrast between wickedness and righteousness, emphasizing God's “divine delight” toward those who pursue holiness through Jesus Christ.Drawing from his experience as a former prison chaplain in Sydney, Reverend Woods speaks about spiritual transformation, salvation through Christ, and the importance of setting both heart and mind on “things above.” He challenges listeners to evaluate distractions such as social media, entertainment, pornography, greed, and worldly pursuits that can pull believers away from God's purpose.This episode offers practical encouragement for Christians seeking spiritual discipline, deeper intimacy with God, and a renewed passion for pursuing righteousness daily.Key Topics DiscussedProverbs 15:9 — “The Lord detests the way of the wicked, but He loves those who pursue righteousness.”Salvation through Jesus Christ aloneGod's forgiveness, mercy, and graceSetting your heart and mind on heavenly thingsSpiritual distractions in the modern digital ageThe importance of Bible reading and prayerColossians 3 and the believer's identity in ChristPractical ways to strengthen spiritual disciplineJesus as our first loveKey ScripturesProverbs 15:9Colossians 3:1–2Colossians 1:13–14James 4:8Memorable Quotes“God responds in two ways — with either divine disgust or divine delight.”“It's not guilt that motivates me. It's God's amazing love demonstrated for me at the cross.”“Set your hearts on things above, where Christ is seated at the right hand of God.”“If you aim at nothing, you are bound to hit it.”Call to ActionIf this episode encouraged you, be sure to subscribe and share this message with someone who needs spiritual encouragement and biblical truth today.Connect with TS WrightCheck out this link to view Kingdom Cross Roads on TV.https://jesussaid.tv/?affiliate=tswright_gccTo get a copy of our new book "Embracing the Truth" or to have TS Wright speak at your event or conference or if you simply want spiritual or life coaching or just a consultation visit:www.tswrightspeaks.comVisit our website to learn more about The God Centered Concept. The God Centered Concept is designed to bring real discipleship and spreading the Gospel to help spark the Great Harvest, a revival in this generation.www.godcenteredconcept.comKingdom Cross Roads Podcast is a part of The God Centered Concept.

In this Bible Story, we witness David's poor decisions in light of his pride. However David's heart is always quick to conviction, and he repents before God and the people. This story is inspired by 2 Samuel 24 & 1 Chronicles 21. Go to https://www.BibleinaYear.com and learn the Bible in a Year.Today's Bible verse is 2 Samuel 24:24 from the King James Version.Episode 111: In a moment of insecurity, David called in Joab, commander of his army, to go throughout the nation of Israel and take a census of the people. Joab saw the evil this would cause and protested, but the will of the king prevailed. It wasn't until after the census was complete that David realized his guilt. The Prophet Gad confronted him and while he chose his punishment, he also realized that he was to blame, not the people.Hear the Bible come to life as Pastor Jack Graham leads you through the official BibleinaYear.com podcast. This Biblical Audio Experience will help you master wisdom from the world's greatest book. In each episode, you will learn to apply Biblical principles to everyday life. Now understanding the Bible is easier than ever before; enjoy a cinematic audio experience full of inspirational storytelling, orchestral music, and profound commentary from world-renowned Pastor Jack Graham.Also, you can download the Pray.com app for more Christian content, including, Daily Prayers, Inspirational Testimonies, and Bedtime Bible Stories.Visit JackGraham.org for more resources on how to tap into God's power for successful Christian living.This episode is sponsored by Medi-Share, an innovative health care solution for Christians to save money without sacrificing quality.Pray.com is the digital destination of faith. With over 5,000 daily prayers, meditations, bedtime stories, and cinematic stories inspired by the Bible, the Pray.com app has everything you need to keep your focus on the Lord. Make Prayer a priority and download the #1 App for Prayer and Sleep today in the Apple app store or Google Play store.Executive Producers: Steve Gatena & Max BardProducer: Ben GammonHosted by: Pastor Jack GrahamMusic by: Andrew Morgan SmithBible Story narration by: Todd Haberkorn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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

The Easter Vigil is more than a beautiful liturgy, it's the culmination of salvation history and the climax of the catechumenate. Gomer and Dave unpack the rich symbolism of the Church's greatest liturgical celebration, from the new fire and Paschal Candle to baptism, confirmation, and the Eucharist. They explore why the Vigil is centered on those entering the Church, how the liturgy embodies the Gospel through signs and symbols, and why Christians should never underestimate the power of the Church's ancient traditions. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

On today's Flyover Conservatives Show, we sat down with filmmaker and Frozen Orphans founder Neel Upadhye to discuss the hidden moral crisis inside the IVF industry and the estimated 2 million frozen embryos currently waiting in storage. Neel shares his deeply personal journey through infertility, embryo adoption, miscarriage, foster care, and international adoption while helping Christians think biblically about when life begins and what it means to defend the least of these. This powerful conversation exposes the ethical questions many families are never told to ask and offers hope, grace, and practical solutions for those navigating infertility, IVF, and the fight for life.TO WATCH ALL FLYOVER CONTENT: www.theflyoverapp.comFollow and Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheFlyoverConservativesShowTo Schedule A Time To Talk To Dr. Dr. Kirk Elliott Go To▶ https://flyovergold.comOr Call 720-605-3900► Receive your FREE 52 Date Night Ideas Playbook to make date night more exciting, go to www.prosperousmarriage.comNeel UpadhyeWEBSITE: www.frozenorphans.orgFACEBOOK for Rethinking Fertility: https://www.facebook.com/rethinkingfertility/SUBSTACK: https://rethinkingfertility.substack.com?utm_source=navbar&utm_medium=webNeel Upadhye is a filmmaker, writer, and the founder of Frozen Orphans, an organization dedicated to educating families about the moral and ethical questions surrounding IVF, embryo adoption, and the fertility industry. After walking through infertility, foster care, embryo adoption, and miscarriage with his wife, Neel became passionate about helping Christians think biblically and compassionately about the beginning of life. He is the writer and director of the upcoming documentary Frozen Orphans, which follows families navigating infertility while exposing the hidden crisis of frozen embryos in America. Through his work, Neel seeks to equip churches, parents, and pro-life advocates with clarity, truth, and grace on one of the most complex life issues of our time. He is also involved in Rethinking Fertility, a growing platform helping families explore fertility, adoption, and reproductive technology through a biblical lens.

Lucilian spent most of his life as a pagan priest. In advanced old age, he learned the truth of the Christian faith and was baptized. The conversion of so public a figure quickly attracted attention, and Lucilian was brought to trial in Nicomedia. After enduring many tortures he was imprisoned with four young Christians, scarcely older than children: Claudius, Hypatius, Paul and Dionysius. When they were brouht before Silvanos the governor, all five confessed their faith and were sentenced to death and cast into a fiery furnace. When they miraculously emerged unharmed, they were taken to Byzantium, where the four young men were beheaded and Lucillian was crucified. A maiden named Paula openly carried away the martyrs' bodies and buried them. For this she in turn was tortured and, refusing to renounce her faith in Christ, beheaded. This was in the reign of the Emperor Aurelian. A church was built in their honor in Constantinople.

Philemon 15-20 (ESV)Isack and Edwin discuss the practical change which came with the conversion of Onesimus and should come for all of us.Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here.    Let us know what you are learning or any questions you have. Email us at TextTalk@ChristiansMeetHere.org.    Join the Facebook community and join the conversation by clicking here. We'd love to meet you. Be a guest among the Christians who meet on Livingston Avenue. Click here to find out more. Michael Eldridge sang all four parts of our theme song. Find more from him by clicking here.   Thanks for talking about the text with us today.________________________________________________If the hyperlinks do not work, copy the following addresses and paste them into the URL bar of your web browser: Daily Written Devo: https://readthebiblemakedisciples.wordpress.com/?p=25738The Christians Who Meet on Livingston Avenue: http://www.christiansmeethere.org/Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/TalkAboutTheTextFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/texttalkMichael Eldridge: https://acapeldridge.com/ 

What if the greatest battle you're facing right now isn't happening around you… but inside you?In this powerful Christian message, Mike Stone breaks down the real war for your mind — how the enemy twists truth through fear, accusation, distraction, anxiety, shame, and spiritual deception.From Genesis to the words of Jesus, Scripture reveals that spiritual warfare often begins with a thought:  “Did God really say?”If you've been struggling with:overthinkingfearspiritual exhaustionanxietycondemnationmental battlesdistractionintrusive thoughtsfeeling distant from God…this video is for you.In this episode of Truth Behind the Mike, we explore:✔ How Satan distorts truth✔ The difference between conviction and accusation✔ Why so many Christians feel spiritually drained✔ How strongholds form in the mind✔ What the Bible says about spiritual warfare✔ Practical biblical ways to fight backThe enemy wants agreement with lies.But Jesus offers freedom through truth.“And you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” — John 8:32If this video encouraged you, share it with someone fighting silent battles right now.Subscribe for more biblical truth, Christian encouragement, spiritual warfare teaching, apologetics, faith-based commentary, and hope-filled conversations.#Christian #SpiritualWarfare #BibleTeaching #Faith #Jesus #TruthBehindTheMikeSend us Fan MailSupport the showWatch these podcasts on YouTube!Follow Us!YouTube: @behindthemikepodcastInstagram: @behindthemikepodcastTikTok:  @behind_the_mike_podcastFacebook:  @behindthemikepodcast

Tehran's familiar playbook, housing affordability, Supreme Court decisions on arbitration agreements, and the world's oldest working journalist. Plus, Janie B. Cheaney on the dignity of dependence, the navigational design of pigeons, and the Tuesday morning news Support The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donateAdditional support comes from Pensacola Theological Seminary... Preparing students to preach God's Word. go.pcci.edu/startseminaryFrom Ambassadors Impact Network, a nonprofit investor group that has helped investor members deploy over $26 million into more than 60 companies since 2018. The network seeks growth-stage businesses led by Christians who tangibly show and share the gospel. If you know an investor interested in faith-aligned private company opportunities, encourage them to explore membership at ambassadorsimpact.comAnd from Dordt University, host of the upcoming At Work in the Garden conference, celebrating God's good design of work. Dordt.edu/garden

Are our bodies evil? Some people assume the Bible teaches this when it describes the conflict between Christians and "the flesh." Today, R.C. Sproul helps us answer distorted views of the physical world that are prevalent today. Get 46 messages from R.C. Sproul with your donation. You'll receive his teaching series Defending Your Faith on a special-edition DVD, plus the digital messages and study guide. You'll also get his digital series Apologetics of the Early Church: https://gift.renewingyourmind.org/   Live outside the U.S. and Canada? Request both digital teaching series and the digital study guide with your donation: https://www.renewingyourmind.org/global Join us in Orlando for the 2027 Ligonier National Conference as we rejoice in the glorious attributes of God. Save 35% when you register today with the early-bird rate: https://www.ligonier.org/2027   Meet Today's Teacher:   R.C. Sproul (1939–2017) was founder of Ligonier Ministries, first minister of preaching and teaching at Saint Andrew's Chapel, first president of Reformation Bible College, and executive editor of Tabletalk magazine. Renewing Your Mind is a donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

This week, Amanda Stern joins us for an atheist review of The Seventh Commandment; a story of what noir looks like when Christians try to do it without being so edgy.---Find more from Amanda here: https://www.amandajanestern.com/podcasts.html---If you'd like to make a per episode donation and get monthly bonus episodes, please check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/godawfulCheck out our other shows, The Scathing Atheist, The Skepticrat, Citation Needed, and D&D Minus.Our theme music is written and performed by Ryan Slotnick of Evil Giraffes on Mars. If you'd like to hear more, check out their Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/EvilGiraffesOnMars/Report instances of harassment or abuse connected to this show to the Creator Accountability Network here: https://creatoraccountabilitynetwork.org/

Sociologist and secular studies professor Dr. Phil Zuckerman recently spoke about secular morality at Calgary's We Can Reason conference, and his data would surprise many Christians.SPEECH VIDEOBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.

In this Bible Story, we witness the continued bravery of David even into old age. He continues to wage war against all who would threaten the followers of God. As a result, David becomes weary, but doesn't lose hope in the Lord. This story is inspired by 2 Samuel 21. Go to https://www.BibleinaYear.com and learn the Bible in a Year.Today's Bible verse is 2 Samuel 21:3 from the King James Version.Episode 110: Famine was in the land of Israel, and this led to hard times for the people. So David sought the Lord and asked what he should do. God showed him the reason for the famine and commanded him to make peace with the Gibeonites for the sins that Saul had committed against them. David called the Gibeonites to him and gave them their request, the life of Saul's sons. After this, the famine eased and Israel once again flourished. However, this flourishing would draw out more enemies of Israel and more battles, battles that David was too old to fight in.Hear the Bible come to life as Pastor Jack Graham leads you through the official BibleinaYear.com podcast. This Biblical Audio Experience will help you master wisdom from the world's greatest book. In each episode, you will learn to apply Biblical principles to everyday life. Now understanding the Bible is easier than ever before; enjoy a cinematic audio experience full of inspirational storytelling, orchestral music, and profound commentary from world-renowned Pastor Jack Graham.Also, you can download the Pray.com app for more Christian content, including, Daily Prayers, Inspirational Testimonies, and Bedtime Bible Stories.Visit JackGraham.org for more resources on how to tap into God's power for successful Christian living.This episode is sponsored by Medi-Share, an innovative health care solution for Christians to save money without sacrificing quality.Pray.com is the digital destination of faith. With over 5,000 daily prayers, meditations, bedtime stories, and cinematic stories inspired by the Bible, the Pray.com app has everything you need to keep your focus on the Lord. Make Prayer a priority and download the #1 App for Prayer and Sleep today in the Apple app store or Google Play store.Executive Producers: Steve Gatena & Max BardProducer: Ben GammonHosted by: Pastor Jack GrahamMusic by: Andrew Morgan SmithBible Story narration by: Todd Haberkorn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Why does eschatology matter? Is it merely speculation about the future, or does it shape how Christians live, work, evangelize, and engage the world today? In this special episode of The World View, EM co-founder Josh Howard joins Alex Kocman in studio to discuss how our view of the future influences the mission of the church. Together they explore Christ's present reign, the Great Commission, cultural engagement, civil responsibility, and whether Christians should expect victory or retreat. Far from being an abstract theological debate, eschatology affects how believers think about discipleship, nation-building, evangelism, and the advancement of Christ's Kingdom in history. If the church is called to disciple the nations, then our understanding of the future matters more than many realize.

Granger Smith was a country music icon who was living a star-studded life performing sold-out concerts across America. But when tragedy struck, everything came tumbling down, and Granger had to confront head-on… Who exactly was the God of the Bible? Show notes @ https://compelledpodcast.com/episodes/granger-smith ++++++++++++ Compelled is a seasonal podcast using gripping, immersive storytelling to celebrate the powerful ways God is transforming Christians around the world. These Christian testimonies are raw, true, and powerful. Be encouraged and let your faith be strengthened! Want to help make new episodes? Either make a one-time gift, or become a Monthly Partner at: https://compelledpodcast.com/donate Perks of being a Monthly Partner include: EARLY ACCESS to each new Compelled episode 1 week early! FULL LIBRARY of our unedited, behind-the-scenes interviews with each guest... over 100+ hours of additional stories and takeaways! Become a Monthly Partner by selecting the "Monthly" option during check-out.  Show notes, emails, and more at: https://compelledpodcast.com Read the Compelled book of testimonies, endorsed by Lee Strobel, Marvin Olasky, and more: ⁠https://compelledpodcast.com/book Compelled is a member of the Proclaim Podcast Network. Listen to other like-minded podcasts with faithful stories, thoughtfully told at https://proclaim.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's episode, we explore what it truly means to pursue a “porn-proof life” from a Christian perspective—beyond willpower, rules, or fear-based accountability. We discuss why many Christians turn to pornography or other compulsive behaviors in moments of pain, stress, or loneliness, and how these coping mechanisms distort God's design for comfort, connection, and desire. Our guests, Matthew and Joanna Raabsmith, offer practical guidance for recognizing the root trauma or past pain driving these behaviors, as well as ways betrayed partners can understand how old wounds may be triggered. We explore healthy approaches to processing life's inevitable pain, building resilience as individuals and couples, and strengthening intimacy through the Intimacy Pyramid—starting with honesty and safety—to navigate challenges and grow closer together in trust, healing, and authentic connection. Resources: Instagram: Book: Website: GET STARTEDSummit 2026!: Register NowFree eBook: 7 Keys To Understanding Betrayal TraumaFree eBook: 5 Steps to Freedom From PornSchedule Your Free 15-Minute Counseling ConsultationJoin A Pure Desire Online Group SOCIALSFollow us on FacebookFollow us on InstagramFollow us on X (Twitter) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Patrick launches into listeners' heartfelt questions about faith, anger, liturgical customs, and Catholic identity, peppering the conversations with wisdom, humor, and personal stories. One moment Patrick unfolds advice about handling irritation over “organized religion,” while the next, he responds to a Marine’s anxieties about spiritual witness among friends. Quirky banter with Cyrus seeps in between weighty reflections, all while Patrick threads practical suggestions for tithing, grappling with prayer, and recognizing unity even when church customs unexpectedly shift. Carmen (email) - Is it a sin to get angry or upset when people say they don’t like “organized” religion? (00:41) Marcin (email) - Why is everyone always beating up on Catholics? I just don’t get it, why are we so hated. (05:22) Zach - Going into the Marines Corps. with a buddy who isn’t very religious. How can I bring him to the faith? (12:33) Maria (email) - I travel a lot for work/fun, sometimes even up to 4 different dioceses per month for Sunday mass! Which parish do I give my weekly tithe to? When I encounter a situation at a parish in which the Eucharist appears to be treated illicitly (for example leavened bread or missing essential rubrics) should I still receive the communion or hold off? (18:05) Ruben (email) – Were the Armenians the first practicing Christians? (29:44) Rick (email) - If God allowed you to go back in time and be an eyewitness to any one of Jesus' many miracles, which one would you choose and why? (32:37) Paul (email) - I feel like I compartmentalize my prayer: Praying to God at church (Mass, Adoration), formal prayers at home, and my informal conversation with God throughout the day. But it feels like I’m praying to three different Gods. How do you merge these? (39:37) David - What are the differences between the new mass said now vs. the pre-Vatican II mass? (45:42)

Blaze TV's Steve Deace joins Kirk Cameron to discuss the two biggest strengths Christians are under-utilizing in the current culture war. He shares how these tactics were woven into the narrative of his book, "Richie Meets the Rainbow," and details how to stand firm on Biblical truth in a counter-culture world. Don't miss this insightful interview on Takeaways with Kirk Cameron on TBN! Missed the last episode? Listen in as Nicole C. Mullen discusses discuss how to make God-honoring decisions in the midst of difficult situations. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WATCH Takeaways with Kirk Cameron episodes for free on TBN+⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Each episode of Takeaways with Kirk Cameron features knowledgeable guests having a respectful and thoughtful conversation surrounding topics that are impacting our society every day. Kirk's hope is that you will walk away from this show with practical steps on how to better your family, your community, and your nation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, I chat with author Andrew Edwards to discuss his novel King of Dogs and the deeper realities that inspired it. While the conversation begins with fiction, it quickly expands into a wide-ranging discussion on spiritual warfare, civilizational decline, modern nihilism, masculinity, technology, geopolitics, and what it means to remain fully human in an age of fragmentation.   We explore the themes beneath the story: the forces competing for our attention, the spiritual consequences of a culture without transcendence, the nature of suffering, and the battle for the human soul in a world increasingly defined by distraction and disorder.   Is modern society experiencing a political crisis, a cultural crisis, or a spiritual one? And how can Christians cultivate clarity, courage, and faithfulness amid uncertainty and collapse?   This conversation uses fiction as a lens to examine the world we actually inhabit.   About Andrew Edwards: Andrew Edwards is a novelist, essayist, and cultural commentator whose work explores the intersection of faith, meaning, masculinity, power, and civilizational decline. His novel King of Dogs blends post-collapse fiction, spiritual symbolism, and philosophical reflection to examine what remains of the human person when the structures of modern life begin to fail. Through both fiction and non-fiction writing, Edwards explores the moral, spiritual, and cultural questions shaping the modern world.   Connect with Andrew Edwards: * X / Twitter: https://x.com/goldengoatguild * Substack: https://substack.com/@goldengoatguild Donate to the show here: https://www.patreon.com/counterflow  Visit my website: https://www.counterflowpodcast.com  Podsworth App: https://podsworth.com  Code: BUCK50 for HALF off your first order! Clean up your recordings, sound like a pro, and support the Counterflow Podcast! Full Ad Read BEFORE processing: https://youtu.be/F4ljjtR5QfA  Full Ad Read AFTER processing: https://youtu.be/J6trRTgmpwE Leave us a review and rating on Apple Podcasts! Thanks!

A SPECIAL MESSAGE FROM STEPHANIE:I want to share a special invitation with you. You may have heard that I will be releasing my first book with IVP on July 28, 2026. It's a big deal and I am so overwhelmed with God' goodness in allowing me to share such an essential message about delighting in Him as the true essential foundation for all our spiritual growth and maturing. Truly, when we delight in the Lord, He promises to give us the desires of our hearts – namely, more of Himself!So, here's the invitation. If you feel this message is indeed important, and you know people – including yourself perhaps – who need to be encouraged to awaken and cultivate their delight in God, would you consider joining my book launch team? It's a great and super easy way to share the good news of God's love for us in Christ, Jesus, our Lord.**If you're interested, please go to gospelspice.com/awakendelight and find the section about joining the launch team, or email me at contact@gospelspice.com **Together, let's encourage everyone we know with the wonderful news that, in Christ, God delights in us and invites us to delight in Him!In this brand-new series centered around Stephanie's new book, we explore several ways that we lose and can recover our delight in God, rooted in His delight of us. Today, in this first episode in our series, Stephanie explores spiritual fatigue in faithful believers and guides us toward God's invitation to restoration, not just endurance.What if you've lost your delight in God? Or you've never really experienced it in the first place? What if a season of suffering has snuffed out your joy, leaving you spiritually discouraged and emotionally numb? Delighting in God changes everything: how you experience your faith, relationships, and circumstances―and even how you see yourself. You can experience Psalm 37:4 as your daily reality: "Delight yourself in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart."If you're spiritually weary, your fatigue does not prove you're far from God. You're invited to rest in the truth that delight begins by receiving God's delight over you. Come honestly, bring your tired self, and let God awaken delight in your soul again. Your greatest need is not more pressure, but more permission to rest and be restored as His beloved.Many mature Christians find themselves exhausted, faithfully serving God while inwardly feeling emotionally distant. Obedience becomes duty, prayer is reduced to quick requests or guilty silence, and Scripture feels like data instead of bread. Outwardly, they are strong—teaching, leading, serving—yet inside, numbness, irritability, and spiritual dehydration prevail.Our FREE gift to you today! An exclusive 30-day FREE recovery plan to rekindle your delight in God when you are feeling weary and exhausted in your faith: go to https://www.gospelspice.com/awakendelightthepodcast and find the form for Episode 446. Give us your email, and you will receive the full plan in your inbox immediately!Key Symptoms | When Weariness Overtakes Christians—Rediscovering Delight as God's BelovedDuty without delight;Spiritual dryness, despite regular disciplines;Resentment towards expectations and responsibilities;Prayers and scripture reading that feel obligatory, not life-giving.Spiritual depletion rarely stems from bad theology or outright rebellion. Instead, it often results from:Years of faithful overextension;Ignored grief or disappointment;Trying to do more and more to compensate for the sense of lost delight;Living off “old oil”—past experiences with God, not present intimacy;Feeling that delight and intimacy with God are for someone else, perhaps just for earlier seasons.Weariness emerges when we serve God from muscle memory, not fresh encounter, or confuse emotional invulnerability with spiritual maturity.The temptation is to force spiritual disciplines, tightening up routines, and demanding more from ourselves. But a weary Christian doesn't lack discipline. Oftentimes, we lack receptivity. More striving usually deepens the exhaustion and guilt, rather than reviving joy.Instead of seeking restoration, weary believers mistakenly try to manufacture delight by moral strain or performance, but delight is not manufactured by moral strain.The path back is not correction but replenishment. Stephanie urges us to “come nearer, slower, truer,” rather than to “try harder”. Restoration means:Honest lament and silence before God;Allowing ourselves to be ministered to;Sabbath, rest, and simplicity in spiritual practice;Confessing not just sin, but exhaustion, disappointment, and overextension;Even our ache for God is proof that love is alive in us, not that faith has died. Jesus doesn't just forgive; He invites the weary to come to Him for rest.Ultimately, our delight in God is rooted in His delight in us. Before time began, God chose to love and delight in His people, even at great cost to Himself through the cross. Our identity is found not in our ministry, productivity, or others' approval, but in God's unwavering, delighted gaze."Delight yourself in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart." Psalm 37:4 isn't a poetic suggestion — it's a promise. But many believers quietly assume it doesn't really work, or it's not really possible here on earth.In Awaken Delight, Stephanie Rousselle invites you to rediscover what Scripture actually means by delight — not emotional hype, not religious performance, but a steady satisfaction rooted in who God is.Delight in God isn't a mood to manufacture; it's a relationship to receive.Through biblical theology and practical rhythms, you'll learn how communion with God reshapes suffering, quiets restless striving, and anchors your identity in something unshakable.Delighting in God isn't sentimental optimism. It's deeply rooted in Christ, Jesus.It's the quiet revolution that reshapes how we endure pain, love others, and understand our own heart.Awaken Delight is a theologically grounded spiritual formation book for thoughtful believers who feel spiritually fatigued and are ready to embrace the reality of Psalm 37:4.More at https://www.gospelspice.com/awakendelight Purchase the book, "Awaken Delight" by Stephanie Rousselle: https://a.co/d/0bqhUb5JKind words from Jennifer Rothschild, Bible teacher, Author, Speaker, Podcast Host, Founder, Fresh Grounded Faith:“Stephanie helps us awaken to and experience true delight. It is a rich mix of God's delight in you and your delight in him. This is the life you were made for, the life your soul deeply longs for. So, the table is set. Pull up a chair and let your heart sit alongside Stephanie. As your delight in God wakes up and becomes fully realized, you'll find a satisfaction in Christ that makes you want more and more.”Kind words from Amanda Jenkins, Lead creator of THE CHOSEN's literary content"I have yet to meet another person quite as eager to intimately know Jesus as Stephanie is. Her enthusiasm for the beauty found inside a thriving relationship with her Savior is downright contagious. Indeed, Stephanie's joy and faith and commitment to growth—along with her love for really good food!—will implant themselves in the hearts of readers. Lucky readers."Kind words from Os Guinness, Theologian, Social critic, Author, The Call "Stephanie addresses one of the greatest needs of Christians today. Knowing God is not knowing about God, but knowing Him genuinely and with desire and delight. She does so practically and helpfully, and in a style that sparkles with a verve and joy that is distinctively French."Kind words from Pippa Gumbel, Pioneer, The Alpha Course; Author, The Bible in one year with husband Nicky"Stephanie's love of God is inspiring and infectious. Her book is an invitation to share in that delight and to come to know God in new and wonderful ways." More at https://www.gospelspice.com/awakendelight Purchase the book, "Awaken Delight" by Stephanie Rousselle: https://a.co/d/0bqhUb5JSupport us on Gospel Spice, PayPal and Venmo!

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Allie unpacks the state of Pride Month 2026, contrasting the cultural push for LGBTQ celebration with God's unchanging design for marriage, sexuality, and family. She examines aggressive activism targeting children — from Boston library drag queen story times and taxpayer-funded “trans period Pride” events to corporate Pride collections and Netflix kids' programming — while highlighting encouraging shifts in public opinion, state laws protecting minors, corporate retreats, and legal pushback. Allie reminds Christians why we cannot affirm what Scripture calls sin, grounding the conversation in biblical truth about pride, redemption, and God's good creation of male and female. Plus, she responds to voicemails with wisdom on IVF and navigating fear about having more children with a special-needs child. Share the Arrows 2026 is on October 10 in Dallas, Texas! Tickets are on sale now at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://sharethearrows.com⁠⁠⁠ Share the Arrows is sponsored by: A'del Natural Cosmetics: AdelNaturalCosmetics.com Range Leather: RangeLeather.com/ALLIE We Heart Nutrition: WeHeartNutrition.com Buy Allie's book "Toxic Empathy: How Progressives Exploit Christian Compassion": ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.toxicempathy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ – Time Codes 0:00 Introduction 1:52 Pride Month in 2026 18:34 LGBT Was Pushed onto Kids 33:39 The Tide Is Turning 45:21 Allie Gives Advice – Today's Sponsors: Fellowship Home Loans | Start with a free consultation at FellowshipHomeLoans.com/Allie and receive a $500 credit at closing. Pre-Born | To donate, dial #250 and say the keyword “BABY.” Or visit Preborn.com/ALLIE. Seven Weeks Coffee | Experience the best coffee while supporting the pro-life movement with Seven Weeks Coffee; use code ALLIE at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.sevenweekscoffee.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to get up to 25% off your first order, plus your free gift! Shopify | Sign up for your $1-per-month trial today at shopify.com/allie. NetSuite — Gain visibility and control of your financials, planning, budgeting, and inventory so you can manage risk, get reliable forecasts, and improve margins. Go to ⁠ NetSuite.com/ALLIE⁠⁠ to get the CFO's guide to AI and machine learning. Episodes You May Like: Ep 1023 | Pride Pullback: Are Companies Backing Down? https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-1023-pride-pullback-are-companies-backing-down/id1359249098?i=1000659673322 Ep 1013 | Ms. Rachel Uses Jesus to Push Pride https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-1013-ms-rachel-uses-jesus-to-push-pride/id1359249098?i=1000657841626 --- ► Buy Allie's book "You're Not Enough (& That's Okay): Escaping the Toxic Culture of Self-Love": https://alliebethstuckey.com/book ► Subscribe to the podcast: iTunes: https://apple.co/2UVssnP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2FwkXxj ► Connect with Allie on Social Media: https://twitter.com/conservmillen https://www.instagram.com/alliebstuckey/ https://facebook.com/allieBlazeTV/ ► Relatable merchandise — use promo code ALLIE10 for a discount: https://shop.blazemedia.com/collections/allie-stuckey

Legal Docket on a death-row inmate winning another look at his conviction, Moneybeat on the trillions steered by climate-change alarmism, and History Book on the launch of CNN. Plus, the Monday morning newsSupport The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donateAdditional support comes from Ambassadors Impact Network, a nonprofit investor group that has helped investor members deploy over $26 million into more than 60 companies since 2018. The network seeks growth-stage businesses led by Christians who tangibly show and share the gospel. If you know an investor interested in faith-aligned private company opportunities, encourage them to explore membership at ambassadorsimpact.comFrom Dordt University, host of the upcoming At Work in the Garden conference, celebrating God's good design of work. Dordt.edu/gardenAnd from Pensacola Theological Seminary... Preparing students to preach God's Word. go.pcci.edu/startseminaryYouTube:Additional support comes from Asbury University: where students grow in Christ, prepare for careers, and build lifelong connections... in Kentucky, or online. asbury.eduFrom Ascend by Unbound. A real-world, faith-centered college alternative for gap-year, trades, and degree-seeking students. More at beunbound.us/worldAnd from Nuggets of Wisdom. Digital homeschool curriculum, unit studies, and educational resources for growing minds. nuggetsofwisdom.com

Parents, do you know your rights? Today, I'm joined by attorney Tracy Tribbett from the Pacific Justice Institute to discuss the legal battles shaping parental rights, religious freedom, foster care, and education in America. We talk about what recent court decisions mean for families, why Christians must stay engaged, and how to stand firm in a culture that increasingly challenges biblical values.Thanks to our friends at My Freedom Cart for sponsoring this episode. If you're looking for American-made, non-toxic products from a company that shares your values, be sure to check them out.Show mentions: http://heidistjohn.com/mentionsWebsite | heidistjohn.comSupport the show! | donorbox.org/donation-827Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohnYoutube | youtube.com/@HeidiStJohnPodcastInstagram | @‌heidistjohnFacebook | Heidi St. JohnX | @‌heidistjohnFaith That Speaks Online CommunitySubmit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | heidistjohn.net/fanmailfriday

God has an agenda for you, a master plan that is more wonderful and more amazing then you could ever imagine. But in order to understand God's agenda for YOU, you have to go back in time to discover the incredible connection between first century Christians and our modern church. Chip begins this series by exploring that fascinating connection, and showing you where you fit into the bigger picture.ResourcesMessage NotesSpecial OffersDonate to the MatchDouble Your GiftConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003Resources Mentioned in TeachingBOOK - "Power Through Prayer" by E.M. Bounds