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Washington Watch Reporter Mary Stackhouse reports on the Senate passage of the reconciliation bill and shares the good news on more states designating June as Fidelity or Family month. Keith Self, U.S. Representative for Texas's 3rd District,
Washington Watch Reporter Mary Stackhouse reports on Treasury Secretary Bessent's speech at the Reagan National Economic Forum, former Attorney General Pam Bondi's closed-door testimony on the Epstein Files, and Secretary of State Marco Rubio's
The Washington Stand's Casey Harper provides an overview of President Trump's meetings with President Xi and conversations surrounding persecuted Christians in China, explains the basics of the U.S. Supreme Court's mifepristone decision, and shares
President Trump's China challenge, antidepressants risks and withdrawal, U.S. farmers' fertilizer scramble, and building a Christian worldview. Plus, David Closson on targeting Christians, illegal mowing, and the Thursday morning newsSupport The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donateAdditional support comes from Dordt University, whose online MBA and MPA programs prepare leaders for lasting impact. Dordt University. Until All Is Made New.From St. Dunstan's, inviting young men into the building arts and the adventure of holiness on a Blue Ridge Mountains farm... stdunstansacademy.orgAnd from WatersEdge. Most churches aren't ready if their bookkeeper left tomorrow. WatersEdge Ministry Accounting is. Watersedge.com/accounting WatersEdge securities are subject to certain risk factors as described in our Offering Circular and are not FDIC or SIPC insured. This is not an offer to sell or solicit securities. WatersEdge offers and sells securities only where authorized; this offering is made solely by our Offering Circular.
Washington Watch Reporter Mary Stackhouse provides breaking news on Virginia Democrats' redistricting attempt and offers an update on Iran. Dr. Greg Murphy, U.S. Representative for the 3rd District of North Carolina, previews next week's legislative
Washington Watch Reporter Mary Stackhouse reports on the status of the Iran War Powers Resolution on Capitol Hill and Iran's new proposal for a peace deal. She also recaps the latest on DHS funding, Reconciliation 2.0, and FISA. Steve Marshall,
Washington Watch Reporter Mary Stackhouse on America Reads the Bible, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth's press conference on the Iranian War, and President Trump's announcement on extending the Lebanon-Israel ceasefire. Andy Biggs, U.S. Representative
Mary Stackhouse, Senior Producer for Washington Watch with Tony Perkins, reports the latest developments in the U.S.-Iran war and HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s congressional hearings. Michael Cloud, U.S. Representative for Texas's 27th
Mary Stackhouse, Senior Producer for Washington Watch with Tony Perkins, provides an update on Artemis II as it prepares to splash down in the Pacific Ocean and previews talks between the U.S. and Iran. Mark Harris, U.S. Representative for North
This week on Family Policy Matters, host Traci DeVette Griggs welcomes David Closson, the Director of the Center for Biblical Worldview at the Family Research Council, to discuss his book Life After Roe: Equipping Christians in the Fight for Life Today. Learn more about the book: https://www.davidclosson.com/post/life-after-roe-equipping-christians-in-the-fight-for-life-today
Washington Watch's Mary Stackhouse reports on the Senate's vote to end the partial DHS shutdown and President Trump's deadline extension to refrain from striking Iranian energy power plants until April 7th. Glenn Grothman, U.S. Representative for
Washington Watch's Mary Stackhouse reports on the Senate floor debate over the SAVE America Act and provides the latest on Iran. Dr. David Wurmser, Senior Analyst for Middle East Policy at The Center for Security Policy, discusses the White House's
Washington Watch's Mary Stackhouse reports the latest on the war in Iran, including the Secretary of War Pete Hegseth's press conference and the crash of a U.S. military refueling plane in Iraq. She also reports on the investigations into the
Mary Stackhouse, Senior Producer for Washington Watch with Tony Perkins, provides an update on the latest military strikes against Iran, the failure to pass a War Powers Resolution, Secretary Kristi Noem's departure from the DHS, and the future fate
On today's program: Sarah Holliday, Reporter for the Washington Stand, covers President Clinton's deposition before the House Oversight Committee about the Epstein probe, the Pentagon's announcement regarding Scouting America, and the U.S. decision
On today's program: Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the "Outstanding" podcast, reports on Day 7 of the partial government shutdown, the U.S. Supreme Court's decision striking down President Trump's
On today's program: Sarah Holliday, Reporter for the Washington Stand, reports on the impending partial government shutdown and the recovery of 3,364 unaccompanied migrant children in Minnesota. Bob Onder, U.S. Representative for Missouri's 3rd
On today's program: Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the "Outstanding" podcast, reports on the new guidance from the Department of Education for prayer and religious activities in schools, the faith
SERMON IN A SENTENCE : God breaks the silence by foretelling miraculous births.
On today's program: Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the "Outstanding" podcast, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the "Outstanding" podcast, reports on Capitol Hill
On today's program: Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the "Outstanding" podcast, offers a recap on the March for Life and the new twist on protest in Minnesota. Gordon Chang, Distinguished Senior Fellow
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
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.