Podcast appearances and mentions of david closson

On today's program: Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the "Outstanding" podcast, reports on the protest that occurred at Cities Church in St. Paul, Minn., the DOJ's investigation into violations of the

On today's program: Sarah Holliday, Reporter for The Washington Stand, explains President Trump's newly unveiled health care plan, updates us on the anti-ICE protests in Minnesota, and provides the latest on Iran. Glenn Grothman, U.S. Representative

Two decisions hit Washington this week that could have massive consequences for families nationwide. On the judicial front, the Supreme Court is weighing whether states can protect women’s sports. At the same time, Congress is debating the extension of Obamacare subsidies, this time without Hyde Amendment protections for the unborn. Aaron, David, and Mike explain what’s at stake in these two major ideological battles. After the news, Dr. David Closson joins the podcast to unpack new survey data from George Barna and the Family Research Council, revealing a troubling gap inside America’s churches. While many regular churchgoers say they want clear biblical teaching on issues like abortion, sexuality, and religious freedom, foundational Christian beliefs about God, sin, and salvation are rapidly eroding. When churches go silent, culture fills the gap. Barna’s research shows that all seven “cornerstones” of a biblical worldview are in decline, even among committed believers. David explains what’s driving this collapse, why it matters for the Church’s witness, and what pastors and Christians must do to reclaim biblical clarity in an increasingly confused culture. TAKE ACTION Now is the moment to speak up using CCV.org. Through our Action Center, you can quickly contact Senators Moreno and Husted to encourage them to defend the Hyde Amendment. The process takes less than a minute! Call on Ohio's US Senator Moreno and US Senator Husted to oppose taxpayer-funded abortion in any “deal” on Obamacare subsidies. More About Dr. David Closson David Closson, Ph.D., serves as the Director of the Center for Biblical Worldview at Family Research Council, where he researches, writes, and speaks about life, human sexuality, religious liberty, and related issues from a biblical worldview. He is the author of FRC's Biblical Worldview Series, which seeks to help Christians and Christian leaders apply the teachings of the Bible to difficult moral questions. Dr. Closson's work has appeared on Fox News, RealClearPolitics, National Review, The Council for Biblical Manhood and Womanhood, Decision Magazine, WORLD Opinions, The Gospel Coalition, Townhall, and The Christian Post. He is the author of Life After Roe: Equipping Christians in the Fight for Life Today (B&H Academic, 2025), co-author of Male and Female He Created Them: A Study on Identity, Sexuality, and Marriage (Christian Focus, 2023), and co-author of the forthcoming book Worldview Basics: A Worldview Curriculum for Students (Fidelis Publishing, 2026). Dr. Closson is a regular guest on Christian and conservative media outlets, including Washington Watch, FRC's national television and radio program heard on more than 800 stations across 48 states. He also speaks at conferences, seminars, and churches across the United States and abroad, addressing moral and cultural issues from a biblical worldview. Dr. Closson is a graduate of Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary (Ph.D.), The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary (M.Div., Th.M.) and the University of Central Florida (B.A.). He lives in the Washington, D.C. area with his wife, Abby, and their son, Daniel.

ABOUT THE EPISODEListen in as David Schrock & Stephen Wellum interview David Closson on his COA Longform Essay "A Case for Abortion Incrementalism"Timestamps00:30 – Intro04:30 – How Did David Closson Become Impassioned about the Issue of Abortion?06:40 – What Should People Take Away from David Closson's Book?09:00 – What Did Francis Schaeffer Argue For? Why Was No One Else Arguing Against Abortion?12:36 – Anything to Be Encouraged or Discouraged By in Recent Years?16:53 – The Differences Between Abolitionism and Incrementalism19:00 – Is There a Way These Movements Can Work Together?22:50 – Bill HR3755 and Abolitionists25:50 – Are Incremental Bills More Effective?27:47 – Is It Necessary for Pro-Life Advocates to Oppose Abolitionist Bills?30:20 – Are Pro-Life Advocates Against Equal Protection Under the Law?33:00 – The Different Roles of the Three Branches of Government37:11 – Different Strategies Available to Us40:20 – The Need for Cultural Renewal45:05 – Has There Been Any Movement Towards an Abolitionist Bill in Texas?48:38 – What Would Be Effective Against Chemical Abortions?51:28 – An Area Where Abolitionists & Incrementalists Could Unite52:35 – Are Pastors Being Trained on the Doctrine of Humanity?55:43 – Are There Particular Places in Culture Where Christians Should Be Involved?1:00:00 – The Responsibility Our Churches Have Toward This Issue1:02:05 – Final Thoughts & David Closson's Prayer1:04:36 – OutroResources to Click“A Case for Abortion Incrementallism” – David Closson“Abortion in America After the Fall of Roe: Important Advances and Remaining Challenges” – David Closson“We are Abolitionists” – Free the States“Immediate, Not Gradual Abolition of Abortion” – James Silberman“Abolitionist Perspective on the Texas Heartbeat Bill: Three Quick Observations” – James SilbermanAbolition vs Incrementalism: A Panel Discussion – The Danbury Institute“A National Survey of Churchgoing Americans: Social Issues and Worldview” – Center for Biblical Worldview“Planned Parenthood closes Rolla, MO facility, will continue telehealth” – Nancy Flanders“Planned Parenthood closes 20 clinics after Medicaid cuts, warns of grim future” – Praveena Somasundaram“Two New Studies Provide Broadest Evidence to Date of Unequal Impacts of Abortion Bans” – Blomberg School“How Many Abortions are Occurring in America Post-Dobbs?” – Mia SteupertTheme of the Month: Abolishing Abortion, Advocating for LifeGive to Support the WorkBooks to ReadLife After Roe: Equipping Christians in the Fight for Life Today – David Closson

On today's program: Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the "Outstanding" podcast, reports on the U.S. House efforts to extend the Obamacare subsidies, protests in Minnesota and Portland, as well as

ABOUT THE EPISODEVirtually all concrete and measurable gains against the abortion industry since the overturning of Roe v. Wade in 2022 have been through incremental strategies, while abolitionism has yet to result in the passage of a single law.Resources to Click“A Case for Abortion Incrementallism” – David Closson“Abortion in America After the Fall of Roe: Important Advances and Remaining Challenges” – David Closson“We are Abolitionists” – Free the States“Immediate, Not Gradual Abolition of Abortion” – James Silberman“Abolitionist Perspective on the Texas Heartbeat Bill: Three Quick Observations” – James SilbermanAbolition vs Incrementalism: A Panel Discussion – The Danbury Institute“A National Survey of Churchgoing Americans: Social Issues and Worldview” – Center for Biblical Worldview“Planned Parenthood closes Rolla, MO facility, will continue telehealth” – Nancy Flanders“Planned Parenthood closes 20 clinics after Medicaid cuts, warns of grim future” – Praveena Somasundaram“Two New Studies Provide Broadest Evidence to Date of Unequal Impacts of Abortion Bans” – Blomberg School“How Many Abortions are Occurring in America Post-Dobbs?” – Mia SteupertTheme of the Month: Abolishing Abortion, Advocating for LifeGive to Support the WorkBooks to ReadLife After Roe: Equipping Christians in the Fight for Life Today – David Closson

On today's program: Sarah Holliday, Reporter for the Washington Stand, reports on President Trump's signing of the National Defense Authorization Act, NYC Mayor-Elect Zohran Mamdani's staff member, who resigned over antisemitic comments, and

On today's program: Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the "Outstanding" podcast, reports on the recent developments in the Indiana state legislature's attempt at redistricting, the Trump administration's

On today's program: Keith Self, U.S. Representative for Texas's 3rd District, provides an update on the Ukraine-Russia peace talks and discusses President Trump's phone call with China's President Xi and Trump's upcoming visit to China next April.

It's Thursday, November 20th, A.D. 2025. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 140 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Jonathan Clark Muslims in Congo killed 17 patients in a Christian hospital Sheer evil has struck Africa again. Last Friday, Muslim militants with the Allied Democratic Forces killed 17 people at a Christian hospital in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.  The armed rebels killed patients in their hospital beds, including women who were nursing their babies. Such civilian massacres are becoming more common in the Christian-majority area. Congo is ranked 35th on the Open Doors' World Watch List of the most dangerous countries to be a Christian. Open Doors' profile for the country notes, “Allied with the Islamic State group, the [Allied Democratic Forces] abduct and kill Christians and attack churches, leading to widespread terror, insecurity and displacement.” European Court of Human Rights denied rights of unborn humans The European Court of Human Rights  ruled in favor of abortion last week, denying the rights of unborn humans. The case began when a woman wanted to get an abortion in Poland after discovering her baby had a genetic disorder. However, Poland's Constitutional Tribunal had struck down abortion on the basis of disability.  So, the woman travelled abroad for an abortion and challenged Poland's decision. The European court ruled against Poland in the case. Dr. Felix Böllmann with Alliance Defending Freedom International warned, “This judgment sends a troubling signal that the Court is again willing to overstep its role. The Court should return to its original mission of protecting genuine human rights, not inventing false ones.” Isaiah 10:1-2 says, “Woe to those who decree unrighteous decrees, who write misfortune, which they have prescribed to rob the needy of justice ... that widows may be their prey, and that they may rob the fatherless.” U.S. pregnancy centers are seeing growth In the United States, pregnancy centers are seeing growth in recent years. The Charlotte Lozier Institute released its 2025 National Pregnancy Center Report. The study found 2,775 pregnancy centers provided over $452 million in care, education, and material goods to families in 2024. The centers also saw over one million new clients for the first time last year. That's the equivalent of each location serving a new client every day! The phase out of the unnecessary Department of Education The U.S. Department of Education announced Tuesday it is handing off major responsibilities to other federal agencies. This is part of the Trump administration's plan to close the department.  The plan transfers major programs to the Departments of Labor, Interior, State as well as Health and Human Services. Listen to comments from U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon. MCMAHON: “The announcement really follows the plan that President Trump has had since Day 1, and that is returning education to the states.  He fully believes, as do I, the best education is that that is closest to the child, and not one run from a bureaucracy in Washington D.C.” Only 11% of U.S. churchgoers have Biblical worldview Christian researcher Dr. George Barna released his latest survey on the worldview of Americans, specifically regular churchgoers. The report found only 11% of churchgoers have a Biblical worldview. Only 54% say the Bible is the inspired, error-free Word of God. About 50% or less believe the Bible speaks clearly on moral issues. And 32% of churchgoers now prefer socialism over capitalism. Dr. David Closson, Director of the Center for Biblical Worldview at the Family Research Council, commented on the study.  He said, “The answer to these trends is not despair, but a return to the faithful proclamation of God's Word. We must help Christians connect their zeal for God with the knowledge of God, as Scripture commands in Romans 10:2.” That verse says, “For I bear them witness that they have a zeal for God, but not according to knowledge.” WalMart CEO and Berkshire Hathaway CEO retire And finally, CEOs of U.S. companies are leaving at record rates this year. This comes as many executives are reaching retirement age. For example, 59-year-old Doug McMillion will retire from being CEO of Walmart next year after leading the retailer's growth for over a decade.  In another case, 95-year-old Warren Buffett is stepping down as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway this year. After 60 years in leadership, the renowned investor sent out his final letter to shareholders last week.  In his final thoughts, Buffett wrote, “Greatness does not come about through accumulating great amounts of money. When you help someone in any of thousands of ways, you help the world. Kindness is costless but also priceless. Whether you are religious or not, it's hard to beat The Golden Rule as a guide to behavior.” Buffett's billions funded millions of abortions Too bad Buffet has not used his resources to treat the unborn children in the womb with such Golden Rule kindness. Instead, the Media Research Center reported that Buffett's grants to abortion groups through the Buffett Foundation totaled at least $1.3 billion between 1989 and 2012. (The tax returns from 1997 to 2000 were missing.)  The New York Times reported, “Most of the [Buffet] Foundation's spending goes to abortion and contraception.”  Buffett's biographer describes him as having “a Malthusian dread” of population growth among the poor. And the Buffett Foundation's spending in this area was accelerating rapidly as the 2000s unfolded. Beneficiaries of Buffett's deadly giving include $300 million for abortion giant Planned Parenthood as well as millions more for the National Abortion Rights Action League, the National Abortion Federation, Catholics for a Free Choice, Abortion Access Project, Population Council, Marie Stopes International, the Center for Reproductive Rights, and dozens of other pro-abortion advocates. In addition, the Buffett Foundation gave money that was instrumental in creating the abortion drug RU-486 and pushing it through clinical trials. Tragically, 63% of mothers who abort in America today use this deadly drug to kill their babies. Close And that's The Worldview on this Thursday, Novem ber 20th, in the year of our Lord 2025. Follow us on X  or subscribe for free by Spotify, Amazon Music, or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus

On today's program: Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the "Outstanding" podcast, reports on the continued reduction of flights as the government moves towards full capacity, the return of SNAP benefits

What do regular churchgoers actually believe? Host Casey Harper sits down with Family Research Council’s David Closson and The Washington Stand’s Sarah Holliday to unpack a new survey from FRC’s Center for Biblical Worldview, conducted with researcher George Barna. The study explores how adult churchgoers view today’s key social issues and their personal worldviews.

What do regular churchgoers actually believe? Host Casey Harper sits down with Family Research Council's David Closson and The Washington Stand's Sarah Holliday to unpack a new survey from FRC's Center for Biblical Worldview, conducted with researcher George Barna. The study explores how adult churchgoers view today's key social issues and their personal worldviews.

David Closson, Director of the Center for Biblical Worldview at the Family Research Council, joins the show to discuss the findings from the 2025 FRC report, Hope and Hesitation. Closson explores what the study reveals about the current state of the Church's worldview, examining areas of growth, challenges, and the opportunities for faith communities to engage meaningfully in culture. Listeners gain insight into how the Church perceives moral, social, and cultural issues in today's America.

What do regular churchgoers actually believe? Host Casey Harper sits down with Family Research Council’s David Closson and The Washington Stand’s Sarah Holliday to unpack a new survey from FRC’s Center for Biblical Worldview, conducted with researcher George Barna. The study explores how adult churchgoers view today’s key social issues and their personal worldviews.

On today's program: Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the "Outstanding" podcast, reports the latest on the government shutdown, a lawsuit alleging that Loudoun County school district officials deleted

On today's program: Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the "Outstanding" podcast, reviews this week's news highlights, including the Middle East trips by Vice President J.D. Vance and Secretary of State

Steve welcomes David Closson, Director of the Center for Biblical Worldview at the Family Research Council and co-author of a new study, to discuss shifting views among U.S. churchgoers. They examine how trends in faith, culture, and political engagement are reshaping church attendance, religious beliefs, and moral perspectives across the country. Closson provides insight into what these changes mean for families, communities, and policymakers looking to understand the evolving American religious landscape.

On today's program: Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the "Outstanding" podcast, reports on the government shutdown, continued violent protests at ICE facilities, Middle East concerns with Qatar, Hamas,

On today's program: Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the "Outstanding" podcast, reacts to the Senate Democrats' risky government shutdown gamble, Majority Leader John Thune's push to confirm more Trump

On today's program: Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the "Outstanding" podcast, reacts to the capture of Charlie Kirk's suspected killer and shares new details about the investigation and upcoming

On today's program: Jim Baird, U.S. Representative for the 4th District of Indiana, discusses the latest on the Annunciation school shooting and weighs in on the National Guard's continued presence in DC. Maxford Nelsen, Director of Research and

On today's program: Kevin Hern, U.S. Representative for Oklahoma's 1st District, shares the latest results of President Trump's crackdown on rampant crime in DC and explains how the Tulsa city council is misrepresenting a sexual orientation gender

On today's program: Buddy Carter, U.S. Representative for the 1st District of Georgia, reacts to Ambassador Mike Huckabee and Envoy Steve Witkoff's trip to Gaza and what's next for Congress after the August recess. Alan Wilson, South Carolina

On today's program: Mark Harris, U.S. Representative for North Carolina's 8th District, reacts to President Trump's latest trade deals with the European Union and explains what's next for the budget and spending cuts. Ruthie Blum, Senior

On today's program: Ron Estes, U.S. Representative for Kansas's 4th District, comments on the late-night victory on the rescissions package, the disinformation about the Big Beautiful Bill, and the significance of the HALT Fentanyl Act. Dr. A.J.

On today's program: Brad Knott, U.S. Representative for North Carolina's 13th District, responds to the growing violence against ICE agents, the success of Trump's DHS raids, and the administration's decision to end taxpayer-funded benefits for

On today's program: Dr. Andy Harris, U.S. Representative for the 1st District of Maryland, breaks down what he thinks will happens after the Senate's sweeping changes to the Big Beautiful Bill and applauds the Supreme Court's ruling to rein in

On today's program: Randy Weber, U.S. Representative for Texas's 14th District, comments on the spike in attacks against ICE agents, the discovery of a tunnel between the U.S. and Mexico, and the president's overwhelming success at the border.

Summary: In this episode, David Closson joins Michael to discuss his new book Life After Roe and the significant impact of the Dobbs decision that overturned Roe v. Wade. He underscores the importance of viewing life issues through a biblical worldview, emphasizing the sanctity of life from conception and the vital role the church must play in addressing abortion. Closson shares findings from a recent survey revealing diverse beliefs among churchgoers regarding abortion, highlighting the need for clear teaching and compassionate dialogue within congregations. He provides historical context on the pro-life movement, showing how cultural shifts have shaped the current landscape. Recognizing the challenges churches face in today's cultural climate, Closson encourages pastors and church leaders to proactively engage their communities in honest and loving conversations about life. He offers practical guidance for pastors to equip their congregations to think biblically about life issues, foster empathy, and uphold truth with grace. Takeaways: Only 44% of regular churchgoers heard a sermon on abortion or life after Roe was overturned. Many younger pastors avoid abortion topics fearing political backlash, despite its biblical importance. Luke 1:39–45 powerfully affirms the sanctity of life through John the Baptist's reaction in the womb. The historic Christian church consistently opposed abortion for nearly 2,000 years until recent theological shifts. Theologically conservative seminaries are growing, offering hope for sound biblical teaching on life. Pastors should preach expositionally through Scripture to equip churches to engage life issues biblically. Links Mentioned: Family Research Council Life After Roe by David Closson Watch the highlights and full version of this interview on our Youtube channel. For more inContext interviews, click here.

On today's program hosted by Joseph Backholm: Ken Blackwell, FRC's Senior Fellow for Human Rights and Constitutional Governance, dissects the war of words between President Trump and Elon Musk and weighs in on whether the former DOGE chief's

The overturning of Roe v. Wade marks one of the biggest moments of our lifetimes. For 50 years, abortion was protected by the Supreme Court, but in the Dobbs decision in 2022, the court overturned Roe, allowing states to protect life by restricting abortion. What can Christians do now? How should we continue to treasure and preserve life? How can we live biblically in the world after Roe v. Wade?  David Closson joins the podcast to discuss his new book Life After Roe: Equipping Christians in the Fight for Life Today. Check out this new book and follow David's work at the Family Research Council.