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In this episode of The BK Petcast, we're joined by Nutrition Education Director of Solutions Pet Products, Roxanne Stone, to talk about the pros and cons of feeding your pets raw food, why raw milk became so demonized in western culture and what kibble is actually doing to our pets. Roxanne earned her bachelor's and master's degrees in nutrition and food science from Utah State University. Disillusioned by conventional corporate food practices, she founded Cascadia Food Consulting in 2004 to support organic and regenerative family farms. She transitioned to the pet food industry, excelling in various roles and advocating for raw pet foods at AAFCO meetings. In October 2022, Roxanne became the Director of Nutrition Education at Solutions Pet Products. She resides in Eugene, Oregon, with her husband and their two Alaskan Malamutes, enjoying outdoor activities like camping, hiking, and skiing. https://solutionspetproducts.com/ OUR GUIDES:Homemade Dog Food: https://thebkpets.teachable.com/courses/Homemade Cat Food: https://thebkpets.teachable.com/courses/Improve Your Dog's Kibble: https://thebkpets.teachable.com/courses/ LISTEN TO OUR PODCAST:YouTube: https://rb.gy/ku65fiSpotify: https://rb.gy/lf9uh0Apple Podcasts: https://rb.gy/xrvpcb JOIN OUR COMMUNITY:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebkpets/Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebkpetsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thebkpetsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebkpetsPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/bkpetsTwitter: https://www.x.com/thebkpets RESOURCESOur Website: https://www.thebkpets.comOur Dog Faves: https://www.thebkpets.com/our-dog-faves1-on-1 Consultations: https://www.thebkpets.com/pet-support

This is the first ever live audience podcast! This was a part of our book tour and was filmed at Off The Leash pet store in Glendale, CA. In this episode, we talked with plant and fungi expert Angela Ardolino as well as food scientist Roxanne Stone about the most common pet myths, why vets are so afraid of raw food and what we can do at home to improve our animal's health. Enjoy! WE WROTE A BOOK! The Modern Dog Parent Handbook: https://amzn.to/3OSSbLI Want to learn how to feed your dog a homemade diet? Sign up for our Homemade Diet Guide below!

Roxanne Stone, the Nutrition Education Director for Solutions Pet Products, shares her journey in the pet food industry and the founding principles of Solutions Pet Products. From her background in food science, to partnering with her sister to create a revolutionary pet food and now working with Chelsea Kent at Solutions, Roxanne is an innovator and pioneer in the pet food space advocating for fresh food and better quality nutrition.

On today's program, Worship Pastor Aaron Ivey—husband of popular podcaster Jamie Ivey—was fired from his church after they found evidence of explicit text messages with other men, at least one of whom was a minor. We'll have details. Also, Abilene Christian University in Texas recently reviewed its sexuality policy in response to pushback from students and alumni…and they came back with a decision. We'll take a look. And we have new information about the shooting at Joel Osteen's Lakewood Church in Houston. Finally, Bible Study Fellowship has announced a big move, from San Antonio to Dallas. We'll have details. We begin today with news that another woman has come forward alleging Mike Bickle—the founder of the International House of Prayer in Kansas City—abused her back in the 1980s when she was a teenager. FINAL THOUGHTS:  The producers for today's program are Rich Roszel and Jeff McIntosh.  We get database and other technical support from Stephen DuBarry, Rod Pitzer, and Casey Sudduth. Writers who contributed to today's program include Daniel Ritchie, Roxanne Stone, Clemente Lisi, Zach Rivas, Bob Smietana, Bobby Ross Jr., Kim Roberts, Brittany Smith, and Christina Darnell. Special thanks to the Religion UnPlugged and The Christian Chronicle for contributing material for this week's podcast. Until next time, may God bless you.

The United States has five percent of the world's population but 25 percent of its incarcerated individuals. But the statistics only tell part of the story. Behind the numbers are real people.  Stanley Frankart is someone who made it out of the prison system and is now helping others to do the same.  Through the nonprofit he co-founded, Young Christian Professionals, Frankart and his team offer character education and professional development to reduce rates of recidivism.  Learn More:  -Young Chrisitan Professionals: youngchristianprofessionals.org -Vera Institute: vera.org  -Prison Policy Initiative: prisonpolicy.org -The Witness Foundation: thewitnessfoundation.co  FIGHTING RACISM is a miniseries powered by FOOTNOTES WITH JEMAR TISBY and is made in collaboration with the RELIGION NEWS SERVICE. Our producer for the show is Beau York with special thanks to Kathryn Post, Paul O'Donnell, Roxanne Stone, and Adelle Banks. Our sponsor for the series is Zondervan Reflective, publishers of How to Fight Racism. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Racism is not an ideology invented by people of African descent—people of European descent who are considered white hold that dubious distinction. So what is the role of white people in fighting racism?  In part four of the Fighting Racism series, I talk with Shelley and David Park. They are the transracial adoptive parents of a son who is Black. They also composed a curriculum called “Let's Talk Race: A Beginners Guide to Conversations about Race.” In this 5-week course they talk to other white people about race.  Delve into the definition of an ally and how white people can act in solidarity with Black people and other people of color.  LINKS Let's Talk Race - Shelley and David Park Subscribe to JemarTisby.Substack.com so you'll never miss a new episode. Grab your copy of How to Fight Racism HERE. FIGHTING RACISM is a miniseries powered by FOOTNOTES WITH JEMAR TISBY and is made in collaboration with the RELIGION NEWS SERVICE. Our producer for the show is Beau York with special thanks to Kathryn Post, Paul O'Donnell, Roxanne Stone, and Adelle Banks. Our sponsor for the series is Zondervan Reflective, publishers of How to Fight Racism. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode we are going to talk with someone who knows all too well the challenges of environmental racism externally and the challenges of fighting for racial and ethnic diversity internally at a company.  We are joined by Abigail Oduaol. She works for an organization called Earthjustice which employs more than 500 people. She serves as a senior development office but has also taken it upon herself to spearhead the company's antiracist initiatives and their efforts to make the workplace more responsive to the needs and concerns of its Black employees. This is an informative interview that will challenge and inspire you.  To learn more about Abigail Oduol and her work, click HERE Article: Creating Psychological Safety for Black Women at Your Company Article: Environmental Justice Must Lie at the Heart of Climate Action Article: How St. Louis Churches Are Revealing the Disparities in the Air We Breathe Article: Pew Research, Workplace Diversity 2023 Subscribe to JemarTisby.Substack.com so you'll never miss a new episode. Grab your copy of How to Fight Racism HERE. FIGHTING RACISM is a miniseries powered by FOOTNOTES WITH JEMAR TISBY and is made in collaboration with the RELIGION NEWS SERVICE. Our producer for the show is Beau York with special thanks to Kathryn Post, Paul O'Donnell, Roxanne Stone, and Adelle Banks. Our sponsor for the series is Zondervan Reflective, publishers of How to Fight Racism. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode we hear what one homeschooling parent, Brytni McNeil is doing to create a more racially inclusive and honest culture in homeschooling. Brytni is so graciously vulnerable in sharing her story of coming from a colorblind approach to race to becoming color-conscious. She talks about the challenges of being a Black homeschooling parent and how she is working to make homeschooling families more aware of racial dynamics. Learn more about her work HERE. Subscribe to JemarTisby.Substack.com so you'll never miss a new episode.  Grab your copy of How to Fight Racism HERE. FIGHTING RACISM is a miniseries powered by FOOTNOTES WITH JEMAR TISBY and is made in collaboration with the RELIGION NEWS SERVICE. Our producer for the show is Beau York with special thanks to Kathryn Post, Paul O'Donnell, Roxanne Stone, and Adelle Banks. Our sponsor for the series is Zondervan Reflective, publishers of How to Fight Racism.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

“Welcome to the FIGHTING RACISM series, a project that explores how real people just like you are fighting racism in their everyday lives. My name is Dr. Jemar Tisby. I'm a historian, an author, a speaker, and a professor of history at Simmons College of Kentucky, and I will be your host and guide throughout this series. In this episode I unpack the ARC of Racial Justice and tell you how this series came about and what to expect. See below for the upcoming episode themes. Fighting Racism Series Real Stories from Real People - Jemar Tisby, PhD Confronting Racism in Homeschooling - Brynti McNeil Racial Justice at Work and in the Environment - Abigail Oduol How White Allies Can Talk to Other White People about Racism - Shelley & David Park Giving the Formerly Incarcerated a Chance at True Freedom - Stanley Frankart Addressing Racial and Religious Trauma through Mental Health Care - Adebisi Gbadamosi Subscribe to JemarTisby.Substack.com so you'll never miss a new episode.  Grab your copy of How to Fight Racism HERE. FIGHTING RACISM is a miniseries powered by FOOTNOTES WITH JEMAR TISBY and is made in collaboration with the RELIGION NEWS SERVICE. Our producer for the show is Beau York with special thanks to Kathryn Post, Paul O'Donnell, Roxanne Stone, and Adelle Banks. Our sponsor for the series is Zondervan Reflective, publishers of How to Fight Racism.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss two recent docuseries that have drawn a lot of attention: FX's “The Secrets of Hillsong” exploring the distressing global patterns of misconduct at Hillsong Church, as well as Prime Video's “Shiny Happy People” exposing the nightmarish home life of the Duggar Family and the Institute in Basic Life Principles (IBLP). Episode Links Dr. White wrote a blog on the mess at Hillsong Church titled “Should Churches Still Use Music from Hillsong?” It definitely brought up a lot of points to consider, especially when it comes to contributions through royalties. You can read that blog HERE. Dr. White wrote another blog titled “Should a Church Use NDAs” that has become a big issue for churches like Hillsong that are coming to light. And as he mentioned during today's conversation, the Hillsong docuseries left a lot to be desired, and even some people who were hurt by it. You can read “The Secrets of Hillsong: An Open Letter to the Director” to see what we mean. There are a couple podcasts we suggest that you check out where they've discussed some of the issues that lead to failings like what happened at Hillsong. These are: CCP40: On Criticism of Mega Churches, CCP31: On Celebrity Pastors, CCP4:On Pastors and Moral Failings. A recent podcast is also worth going back to listen to as it helps explain how organizations like the IBLP draw people in, even when their practices are so extreme. It's CCP64: On Cults and Conspiracy Theories. There are several news stories that were mentioned during today's conversation or that would be helpful for you to check out as they relate to this episode: Roxanne Stone, “What the New Hillsong Doc Gets Right … and Wrong + Janice Lagata,”Religion News Service, June 8, 2023. Emily Hunter McGowin, “Shiny Miserable Family: How Bill Gothard's Ministry Missed the Sin Inside,”Christianity Today, June 9, 2023. Mariah Espada, “The True Story Behind the Duggar Family Docuseries Shiny Happy People,”TIME, June 2, 2023. Russell Moore, “We Believe in the Power of the Gospel, Not the Gospel of Power,”Christianity Today, June 7, 2023. Amy Julia Becker, “Opinion: Hillsong Was Extraordinary. That's The Problem.”The Roys Report, June 5, 2023. “Exit Music (For A Church),”Christianity Today, June 9, 2023. Finally, Dr. White encouraged pastors to remember that they are not above being susceptible to moral failings. He wrote about this in his book What They Didn't Teach You in Seminary which you can order HERE. For those of you who are new to Church & Culture, we'd love to invite you to subscribe (for free of course) to the twice-weekly Church & Culture blog and check out the Daily Headline News - a collection of headlines from around the globe each weekday.

On today's program, The Word Network, which bills itself as the world's largest African-American Christian broadcast network, is in trouble with the IRS. We'll also have an update on former Hillsong pastor Carl Lentz.  He's now the subject of a television documentary series, and he's not happy about it. And there have been new revelations in the business dealings of former SBC President Johnny Hunt. And in the last segment of the program, we'll remember Tim Keller and Harry Reeder, who prominent pastors who died in the past week. I knew both of these exceptional men, and I'll share a few memories. We begin today with a couple of stories about the National Religious Broadcasters, who had their annual conference in Orlando, Florida this week. The producers for today's program are Rich Roszel and Jeff McIntosh.  We get database and other technical support from Stephen DuBarry, Emily Kern, Rod Pitzer, and Casey Sudduth. Writers who contributed to today's program include Anne Stych, Jessica Lea, Roxanne Stone, Bob Smietana, Alejandra Molina, Kathryn Post, Christina Darnell, Kathryn Beaty—and you, Warren. Special thanks to The Beaty Beat and ChurchLeaders.com for contributing material for this week's podcast. Until next time, may God bless you.

On today's program, controversial pastor, Carl Lentz, is back in the pulpit two years after the scandal that forced him out of Hillsong. Popular Christian apologist John Ankerberg is facing accusations by a whistleblower that he took money that donors thought was going to pay for audio Bibles and used that money for other purposes. We begin today with the story that has horrified the entire nation this week.  The story of a shooting at a Christian school in Nashville. A community is reeling after a shooter killed three children and three staff members at a small Christian school in Nashville, Tennessee, on Monday. FINAL THOUGHTS:  I want our listeners to know that TODAY is the last day they can give to MinistryWatch during the month of March, they'll receive a copy of my book “Faith Based Fraud: Learning From the Great Religious Scandals of our Time.” It's our thank you gift for a donation of any size to MinistryWatch in March.  Just go to the MinistryWatch website and hit the donate button at the top of the page. The producers for today's program are Rich Roszel and Jeff McIntosh.  We get database and other technical support from Stephen DuBarry, Emily Kern, Rod Pitzer, and Casey Sudduth. Writers who contributed to today's program include Jesse Jackson, Roxanne Stone, Jessica Eturralde, Kim Roberts, Anne Stych, Christina Darnell, Eric Obernauer, Dale Chamberlain, Aaron Earls—and you, Warren. Special thanks to The NonProfit Times, ChurchLeaders.com, and Lifeway Research for contributing material for this week's podcast. Until next time, may God bless you.

  Roxanne Stone is a managing editor at Religion News Service and podcast host Saved By the City. She's appeared to provide her journalistic perspective in the Hillsong: A Megachurch Exposed documentary series. Roxanne Stone & Katelyn Beaty's podcast Saved by the City Learn more about Religion News Service To help sustain our work, you can donate here To check out what RLC is up to, please visit us www.redletterchristians.org  Follow us on Twitter: @RedLetterXians Instagram: @RedLetterXians Follow Shane on Instagram: @shane.claiborne Twitter: @ShaneClaiborne Common Hymnal information: https://commonhymnal.com/ 

Dan receives the full internal report on Hillsong NYC and Carl Lentz from an anonymous domain called “Hellsong”. Along with Delali and Religion News Service's Roxanne Stone, Dan unpacks the report from the rampant abuse of power, sexual impropriety, and discrimination, to the reckless spending and financial misconduct by Hillsong NYC leaders.Watch Hillsong: A Megachurch Exposed on discovery+. Go to discoveryplus.com/hillsong to start your 7-day free trial today. Terms apply.Find episode transcripts here: https://hillsong-a-megachurch-shattered.simplecast.com/episodes/ep8-unsealing-the-lentz-report Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Managing editor of Religion News Service and co-host of the award-winning podcast Saved By the City, Roxanne Stone joins the VCW to talk about her Evangelical story, how the last 5 years have affected her faith, the urban/rural divide in America including on faith issues, how she broke the news about Hillsong NYC Pastor Carl Lentz's resignation because of an affair, and her experience going from writing about religion at Christian publications to writing about it at a secular news outlet. Also, we talk a bit about the Seven Mountains Mandate, the New Apostolic Reformation, and the Passion translation of the Bible. Listen to Saved By the City with Roxy and Katelyn Beaty right here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/saved-by-the-city/id1557930520 Connect with Roxanne Stone: Twitter: @roxyleestone instagram: @roxyleestone Religion News Service: https://religionnews.com/tag/roxanne-stone/ -Check out Zach's music by going to: https://muzach.bandcamp.com Twitter: Twitter: @vcwpod Zach- @muzach Dave- @Davejlester Podcast music by Zach Malm Logo by Zach Malm

In this episode, I continue questioning various claims Keith Hill and his team have made under oath in this case against independent farmers, Jacqueline Hill, and Roxanne Stone.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kohl-harrington/support

On today's program, popular televangelist Andrew Wommack is trying to get out of a deal it make with a Colorado city.  We begin today with the story of a missionary airplane that makes vital trips to Haiti, the Bahamas, and the Dominican Republic.  It was recently attacked and burned. And a quick reminder as we approach month-end that we are offering Randy Alcorn's classic book “Managing God's Money” as a thank you gift if you make a donation of any size to MinistryWatch during the month of April.  Just go to MinistryWatch.com and hit the donate button at the top of the page.  You can also give via text.  Just text @ministrywatch to 52014.  Again, that's @ministrywatch to 52014. Also: If you have a story you'd like us to cover, or a ministry that you think needs a closer look, please email us.  Our email is info@155.138.219.249.  That will come directly to my desk, and we'll take it from there. Finally, a reminder that you can help the program by leaving us a rating on your podcast app.  The  more ratings we get, the easier it is for others to find us.  It's a quick, easy, and free way you can support MinistryWatch. The producers for today's program are Rich Roszel and Jeff McIntosh.  We get database and other technical support from Cathy Goddard, Stephen DuBarry, Emily Kern, Rod Pitzer, and Casey Sudduth.  Writers who contributed to today's program include Anne Stych, Steve Rabey, Roxanne Stone, Bobby Ross Jr., Kim Roberts, Warren Smith, and Richard Levey. Special thanks to Religion UnPlugged and The NonProfit Times for contributing material for this week's program. Until next time, may God bless you.

On today's program, popular televangelist Andrew Wommack is trying to get out of a deal it make with a Colorado city.  We begin today with the story of a missionary airplane that makes vital trips to Haiti, the Bahamas, and the Dominican Republic.  It was recently attacked and burned. And a quick reminder as we approach month-end that we are offering Randy Alcorn's classic book “Managing God's Money” as a thank you gift if you make a donation of any size to MinistryWatch during the month of April.  Just go to MinistryWatch.com and hit the donate button at the top of the page.  You can also give via text.  Just text @ministrywatch to 52014.  Again, that's @ministrywatch to 52014. Also: If you have a story you'd like us to cover, or a ministry that you think needs a closer look, please email us.  Our email is info@ministrywatch.com.  That will come directly to my desk, and we'll take it from there. Finally, a reminder that you can help the program by leaving us a rating on your podcast app.  The  more ratings we get, the easier it is for others to find us.  It's a quick, easy, and free way you can support MinistryWatch. The producers for today's program are Rich Roszel and Jeff McIntosh.  We get database and other technical support from Cathy Goddard, Stephen DuBarry, Emily Kern, Rod Pitzer, and Casey Sudduth.  Writers who contributed to today's program include Anne Stych, Steve Rabey, Roxanne Stone, Bobby Ross Jr., Kim Roberts, Warren Smith, and Richard Levey. Special thanks to Religion UnPlugged and The NonProfit Times for contributing material for this week's program. Until next time, may God bless you.

On today's program, more news regarding the Hillsong controversies, which just keep growing.  Virginia's Governor Glenn Youngkin signs a bill into law that protects donor privacy.  We begin today with another Southern Baptist leader throwing his hat in the ring to be president of that denomination. I hope you will forgive us a bit of shameless self-promotion, but I wanted you to know that I was on the syndicated radio program Issues, Etc. this week to discuss the Hillsong scandal.  You can listen here: https://issuesetc.org/2022/04/13/1034-continuing-scandals-at-hillsong-global-megachurch-warren-smith-4-13-22/ Also, my former employer the Colson Center for Christian Worldview asked me to discuss what it means to have a “Godly Response To Evangelical Sex Abuse Scandals.”  I had a great conversation with my friend and former colleague Shane Morris.  Here's a link to that program: https://upstreamcc.libsyn.com/a-godly-response-to-christian-scandals-warren-cole-smith And a quick reminder. There's a new way to give to MinistryWatch.  You can now give via text.  I've got to admit that this is not my preferred way of giving, but I'm kind of old school.  If this is your preferred way of giving, just text @ministrywatch to 52014.  Again, that's @ministrywatch to 52014.  I tried it myself, and it was pretty easy. So if I can do it, anyone can. Also, if you have a story you'd like us to cover, or a ministry that you think needs a closer look, please email us.  Our email is info@155.138.219.249.  That will come directly to my desk, and we'll take it from there. Lastly, a reminder that you can help the program by leaving us a rating on your podcast app.  The  more ratings we get, the easier it is for others to find us.  It's a quick, easy, and free way you can support MinistryWatch. The producers for today's program are Rich Roszel and Jeff McIntosh.  We get database and other technical support from Cathy Goddard, Stephen DuBarry, Emily Kern, Rod Pitzer, and Casey Sudduth.  Writers who contributed to today's program include Anne Stych, Roxanne Stone, Bob Smietana, Shannon Cuthrell, Adelle M. Banks, Kim Roberts, and Christina Darnell. Until next time, may God bless you.

Hillsong On today's program, more news regarding the Hillsong controversies, which just keep growing.  Virginia's Governor Glenn Youngkin signs a bill into law that protects donor privacy.  We begin today with another Southern Baptist leader throwing his hat in the ring to be president of that denomination. I hope you will forgive us a bit of shameless self-promotion, but I wanted you to know that I was on the syndicated radio program Issues, Etc. this week to discuss the Hillsong scandal.  You can listen here: https://issuesetc.org/2022/04/13/1034-continuing-scandals-at-hillsong-global-megachurch-warren-smith-4-13-22/ Also, my former employer the Colson Center for Christian Worldview asked me to discuss what it means to have a “Godly Response To Evangelical Sex Abuse Scandals.”  I had a great conversation with my friend and former colleague Shane Morris.  Here's a link to that program: https://upstreamcc.libsyn.com/a-godly-response-to-christian-scandals-warren-cole-smith And a quick reminder. There's a new way to give to MinistryWatch.  You can now give via text.  I've got to admit that this is not my preferred way of giving, but I'm kind of old school.  If this is your preferred way of giving, just text @ministrywatch to 52014.  Again, that's @ministrywatch to 52014.  I tried it myself, and it was pretty easy. So if I can do it, anyone can. Also, if you have a story you'd like us to cover, or a ministry that you think needs a closer look, please email us.  Our email is info@ministrywatch.com.  That will come directly to my desk, and we'll take it from there. Lastly, a reminder that you can help the program by leaving us a rating on your podcast app.  The  more ratings we get, the easier it is for others to find us.  It's a quick, easy, and free way you can support MinistryWatch. The producers for today's program are Rich Roszel and Jeff McIntosh.  We get database and other technical support from Cathy Goddard, Stephen DuBarry, Emily Kern, Rod Pitzer, and Casey Sudduth.  Writers who contributed to today's program include Anne Stych, Roxanne Stone, Bob Smietana, Shannon Cuthrell, Adelle M. Banks, Kim Roberts, and Christina Darnell. Until next time, may God bless you.

Today we're joined by Katelyn Beaty and Roxanne Stone to continue our conversation around three recent scandals in the Evangelical World. Having worked at Christianity Today, Katelyn and Roxy offer context for some of these issues' cultural and spiritual fabrics. We also cover accountability structures, misuse of power, and impact versus intent. Saved by the City - CT Response Episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/we-worked-at-christianity-today-and-we-have-thoughts/id1557930520?i=1000554937413 Follow Dan on IG: www.instagram.com/dancoke/ Or Twitter: twitter.com/DanKoch Faith deconstruction resources: www.soyouredeconstructing.com/ Edited by Josh Gilbert (joshgilbertmedia@gmail.com -- he is accepting more work!) Join the Patreon for exclusive episodes (and more) every month: patreon.com/dankoch Email about the "sliding scale" for the Patreon: youhavepermissionpodcast@gmail.com YHP Patron-only FB group: tinyurl.com/ycvbbf98 Website: www.dankochwords.com/yhp.html Join Dan's email list: www.dankochwords.com/ Artwork by sprungle.co/

On today's program, bestselling author Voddie Baucham is running for a senior leadership position in the Southern Baptist Convention.  But it's not clear that he's even a Southern Baptist.  Calvin University, one of evangelicalism's flagship organizations, is struggling with LGBTQ issues.  It's discovering that compromise often invites more trouble than just taking a firm stand.  And we take a deep dive into Sid Roth's “It's Supernatural” television ministry.  We begin today with the resignation of Hillsong's Brian Houston. A quick reminder.  I mentioned last week that Christina's “Ministries Making A Difference” column is made up of information that we mostly get from our readers and listeners.  They send us news tips, press releases, emails, and links, and Christina chases down the details.  And that's how we get a lot of our other stories as well.  So, if you have a story you'd like us to cover, or a ministry that you think needs a closer look, please email us.  Our email is info@155.138.219.249.  That will come directly to my desk, and we'll take it from there. Also, a reminder that you can help the program by leaving us a rating on your podcast app.  The  more ratings we get, the easier it is for others to find us.  It's a quick, easy, and free way you can support MinistryWatch. The producers for today's program are Rich Roszel and Ben Warwick We get database and other technical support from Cathy Goddard, Stephen DuBarry, Emily Kern, Rod Pitzer, and Casey Sudduth.  Writers who contributed to today's program include Anne Stych, Yonat Shimron,  Randall Chase, Kathryn Post, Scott Thumma, Kim Roberts, Bob Smietana, Roxanne Stone, and Christina Darnell. Until next time, may God bless you.

On today's program, bestselling author Voddie Baucham is running for a senior leadership position in the Southern Baptist Convention.  But it's not clear that he's even a Southern Baptist.  Calvin University, one of evangelicalism's flagship organizations, is struggling with LGBTQ issues.  It's discovering that compromise often invites more trouble than just taking a firm stand.  And we take a deep dive into Sid Roth's “It's Supernatural” television ministry.  We begin today with the resignation of Hillsong's Brian Houston. A quick reminder.  I mentioned last week that Christina's “Ministries Making A Difference” column is made up of information that we mostly get from our readers and listeners.  They send us news tips, press releases, emails, and links, and Christina chases down the details.  And that's how we get a lot of our other stories as well.  So, if you have a story you'd like us to cover, or a ministry that you think needs a closer look, please email us.  Our email is info@ministrywatch.com.  That will come directly to my desk, and we'll take it from there. Also, a reminder that you can help the program by leaving us a rating on your podcast app.  The  more ratings we get, the easier it is for others to find us.  It's a quick, easy, and free way you can support MinistryWatch. The producers for today's program are Rich Roszel and Ben Warwick We get database and other technical support from Cathy Goddard, Stephen DuBarry, Emily Kern, Rod Pitzer, and Casey Sudduth.  Writers who contributed to today's program include Anne Stych, Yonat Shimron,  Randall Chase, Kathryn Post, Scott Thumma, Kim Roberts, Bob Smietana, Roxanne Stone, and Christina Darnell. Until next time, may God bless you.

The raw pet food sector was shocked when Jacqueline Hill and Roxanne Stone, the original founders and operators of Answers Pet Food, resigned and disassociated entirely from the company they helped build into a success. As the company's revenue began to plummet with CEO Keith Hill at the helm, Keith launched an aggressive attack against Jacqueline Hill and Roxanne Stone, as well as against the independent farmers who wanted to expand their business opportunities beyond Keith Hill. Most of what has happened has been a mystery, until now. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kohl-harrington/support

On today's program, we take a look at the so-called “Billy Graham Rule.”  We have updates on a couple of religious liberty cases that will have an impact on Christian ministries, and we have the latest on Hillsong's Brian Houston.  He has taken a sabbatical in advance of his criminal trial.  We begin today with a history making move by the Southern Baptist Convention. So, if you have a story you'd like us to cover, or a ministry that you think needs a closer look, please email us.  Our email is info@155.138.219.249.  That will come directly to my desk, and we'll take it from there. Also, a reminder that you can help the program by leaving us a rating on your podcast app.  The more ratings we get, the easier it is for others to find us.  It's a quick, easy, and free way you can support MinistryWatch. The producers for today's program are Rich Roszel and Ben Warwick We get database and other technical support from Cathy Goddard, Stephen DuBarry, and Casey Sudduth.  Writers who contributed to today's program include Anne Stych, Shannon Cuthrell, Bob Smietana and Elizabeth Evans, Roxanne Stone,  Bart Gingerich, Mary Jackson, Lynde Langdon, Alejandra Molina, Adelle Banks, Christina Darnell, and Warren Smith. Special thanks to the Institute on Religion & Democracy for contributing material for this week's podcast. Until next time, may God bless you.

On today's program, we take a look at the so-called “Billy Graham Rule.”  We have updates on a couple of religious liberty cases that will have an impact on Christian ministries, and we have the latest on Hillsong's Brian Houston.  He has taken a sabbatical in advance of his criminal trial.  We begin today with a history making move by the Southern Baptist Convention. So, if you have a story you'd like us to cover, or a ministry that you think needs a closer look, please email us.  Our email is info@ministrywatch.com.  That will come directly to my desk, and we'll take it from there. Also, a reminder that you can help the program by leaving us a rating on your podcast app.  The more ratings we get, the easier it is for others to find us.  It's a quick, easy, and free way you can support MinistryWatch. The producers for today's program are Rich Roszel and Ben Warwick We get database and other technical support from Cathy Goddard, Stephen DuBarry, and Casey Sudduth.  Writers who contributed to today's program include Anne Stych, Shannon Cuthrell, Bob Smietana and Elizabeth Evans, Roxanne Stone,  Bart Gingerich, Mary Jackson, Lynde Langdon, Alejandra Molina, Adelle Banks, Christina Darnell, and Warren Smith. Special thanks to the Institute on Religion & Democracy for contributing material for this week's podcast. Until next time, may God bless you.

(00:00-8:10): Brian and Aubrey reacted to Roxanne Stone's Religion News Service article, “Facing trial, Brian Houston steps aside as global senior pastor of Hillsong.” (8:10-17:49): Are most people “done” with COVID-19? Brian and Aubrey talked about this and commented on the following articles: “Bari Weiss' decision to be 'done' with Covid is a slap in the face to health care workers” “Time to Accept Covid and Move On?” (17:49-28:00): Brian and Aubrey discussed the following articles: “White parents teach their children to be colorblind. Here's why that's bad for everyone” “Color Blindness Is Counterproductive: Many sociologists argue that ideologies claiming not to see race risk ignoring discrimination.” (28:00-37:00): Brian and Aubrey talked about the importance of International Holocaust Rememberance Day and shared their thoughts on the following stories: “Holocaust survivor Lily Ebert, 98, takes to TikTok to share her story” “Holocaust survivor, 102, meets nephew after thinking all family died in war” (37:00-53:00): Catherine McNiel, Author of “All Shall Be Well: Awakening to God's Presence in His Messy, Abundant World” and “Long Days of Small Things,” joined Brian and Aubrey to talk about her new book, “Fearing Bravely: Risking Love for Our Neighbors, Strangers, and Enemies.” You can order Catherine's book at Amazon or navpress.com, learn more about Catherine and her books at catherinemcniel.com, and connect with her on Twitter at @CatherineMcNiel (53:00-1:02:19): Brian and Aubrey reflected on Fia Curley's Churchleaders.com article, “How to Grow in Intimacy With God.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Author Katelyn Beaty, former Christianity Today managing editor, current co-host of the Saved By the City podcast, and no relation to Warren "Two T's" Beatty, joins the podcast to talk about her time as the youngest and first female managing editor of Christianity Today, the state of religious journalism, evangelicalism and disinformation in a post-Trump (and potentially pre-Trump) world, and Mark "No T's" Driscoll. Plus, she gives us some details on her forthcoming book "Celebrities for Jesus". Visit Katelyn's website: https://www.katelynbeaty.com/ Follow Katelyn on Twitter: @katelynbeaty Mentioned on the Podcast: Katelyn's article on Qanon: https://religionnews.com/2020/08/17/qanon-the-alternative-religion-thats-coming-to-your-church/ Katelyn's Washington Post piece after the November 2016 election: https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/acts-of-faith/wp/2016/11/14/i-was-an-evangelical-magazine-editor-but-now-i-cant-defend-my-evangelical-community/ Listen to Katelyn Beaty and Roxanne Stone's podcast "Saved By the City": https://religionnews.com/saved-by-the-city/ -Check out Zach's music by going to: https://muzach.bandcamp.com -Read Dave's occasional blogging at: www.dangeroushope.wordpress.com Twitter: @vcwpod Zach- @muzach Dave- @Davejlester Podcast music by Zach Malm Logo by Zach Malm

(00:00-9:30): What steps can churches take to protect themselves from narcissistic leaders? Brian and Aubrey discussed this and commented on Roxanne Stone's Religion News Service article, “Exclusive: Sex abuse allegations by Carl Lentz's former nanny put spotlight on Hillsong culture.” (9:30-27:46): Dr. Beth Allison Barr, Associate Dean & Professor of History at Baylor University, joined Brian and Aubrey to chat about her new book, “The Making of Biblical Womanhood: How the Subjugation of Women Became Gospel Truth.” Learn more about Dr. Barr at bethallisonbarr.com and connect with her on Twitter at @bethallisonbarr *This interview originally aired on 6/1/21* (27:46-37:07): Brian and Aubrey shared their thoughts on Kate Shellnutt's Christianity Today article, “Why Church Can't Be the Same After the Pandemic.”  (37:07-46:24): Brian and Aubrey shared their thoughts on Tim Keller's Tweet, “If your race and culture, or your moral performance, or your politics, or anything but the love of God is a foundational source of your self-worth, when people threaten that positive self-image, you will not be able to listen to them...You will strike at them.”  (46:24-1:03:58): Terence Lester, minister, community activist, author, and Founder & Executive Director of Love Beyond Walls, joined Brian and Aubrey to chat about his book, “When We Stand: The Power of Seeking Justice Together”   Learn more about Terence and his books at terencelester.org and connect with him on Twitter at @imTerenceLester Learn more about Love Beyond Walls at lovebeyondwalls.org *This interview originally aired on 6/8/21* (1:03:58-1:13:07): Brian and Aubrey discussed a Twitter video from Dr. Derwin Gray, “We don't have to fight the culture. Jesus has already won. Therefore, we can live with humility, gentleness, and patience. Put down your boxing gloves and pick your cross.”  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this ChurchMag Podcast episode Blessing Mpofu has a conversation with Chris Wilson about creating helpful how-to-guides and documentation. This insightful conversation has many principles and ideas that can be used in church and organizational life. Oh! we've also got the-yet-to-be-named segment with two noteworthy items. Mentioned In This EpisodeDocument It: Why We Must DocumentDocument It: Best Documenting PracticesDocument It: Debunking Myths of DocumentingDocument It: How To DocumentBook: Anything You Want by Derek Sivers Amazon | Apple Books How To Make A Linktree Replacement In WordPressLoom––Record quick videos of your screen and camNoteworthyThe Rise and Fall of Mars Hill hosted by Mike CosperSaved By The City hosted by Roxanne Stone and Katelyn BeatyLet's Talk About ItDo you have any system for creating useful guides and documentation? How do you and your team / church / organization currently manage this? What are some of your most notable take aways from this episode?Whatever it is, let us know — @ChurchMag using #cmagcast on Twitter — or contact us here and we'll share it on an upcoming episode.

On today's program, Russell Moore leaves the Southern Baptist Convention over the churches handling of sexual abuse and race issues.  And more accusations about Carl Lentz motivate hard questions about the culture at Hillsong.  We also have our list of the lowest rated ministries in the MinistryWatch database.  We'll discuss that list later in the program.  We begin with news of a billion-dollar restriction at the Trinity Broadcasting Network. The producers for today's program are Rich Roszel and Steve Gandy. We get database and other technical support from Cathy Goddard, Stephen DuBarry, and Casey Sudduth.  Writers who contributed to today's program include Rod Pitzer, Adelle M. Banks, Roxanne Stone, Anne Stych, Bruce Schreiner, and Barry Bowen.  Thank you to Trinity Foundation for contributing material to this week's program. Until next time, may God bless you.

On today's program, Russell Moore leaves the Southern Baptist Convention over the churches handling of sexual abuse and race issues.  And more accusations about Carl Lentz motivate hard questions about the culture at Hillsong.  We also have our list of the lowest rated ministries in the MinistryWatch database.  We'll discuss that list later in the program.  We begin with news of a billion-dollar restriction at the Trinity Broadcasting Network. The producers for today's program are Rich Roszel and Steve Gandy. We get database and other technical support from Cathy Goddard, Stephen DuBarry, and Casey Sudduth.  Writers who contributed to today's program include Rod Pitzer, Adelle M. Banks, Roxanne Stone, Anne Stych, Bruce Schreiner, and Barry Bowen.  Thank you to Trinity Foundation for contributing material to this week's program. Until next time, may God bless you.

(00:00-9:19): Brian and Aubrey chatted about the weekend and shared a fun story about Brian spotting Aubrey's car on the highway while they were traveling to different places for the holiday weekend.   (9:19-19:22): Brian and Aubrey discussed Donie O'Sullivan's CNN article, “Flynn says he didn't endorse Myanmar-style coup after he appears to back plan in video exchange.” (19:22-29:21): Brian and Aubrey chatted about the new podcast from Christianity Today, The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill.  (29:21-37:49): Brian and Aubrey shared their thoughts on Jen Wilkin's Christianity Today article, “Let the Little Children Come to ‘Big Church.'” (37:49-47:25): What steps can churches take to protect themselves from narcissistic leaders? Brian and Aubrey discussed this and commented on Roxanne Stone's Religion News Service article, “Exclusive: Sex abuse allegations by Carl Lentz's former nanny put spotlight on Hillsong culture.” (47:25-1:05:40): Dr. Beth Allison Barr, Associate Dean & Professor of History at Baylor University, joined Brian and Aubrey to chat about her new book, “The Making of Biblical Womanhood: How the Subjugation of Women Became Gospel Truth.” Learn more about Dr. Barr at bethallisonbarr.com and connect with her on Twitter at @bethallisonbarr (1:05:40-1:14:36): Brian and Aubrey discussed Jared Brock's Relevant Magazine article, “10 Ways to Simplify Your Life.”  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's program, a Southern Baptist church in the Atlanta area rebels against the denomination on the issue of homosexuality, and pastors who participated in the events in Washington DC on Jan. 6 are facing consequences from their home churches.  We begin with more news from the rapidly evolving situation at Ravi Zacharias International Ministries. Each week, MinistryWatch brings you news about Christian ministries, as well as the latest in charity and philanthropy, news that we examine from a Christian worldview perspective.  Our goal is to help us become better stewards of the resources God has entrusted to us. The producers for today's program are Rich Roszel and Steve Gandy. We get database and other technical support from Cathy Goddard, Stephen DuBarry, and Casey Sudduth.  Writers who contributed to today's program include Rod Pitzer, Roxanne Stone, Mattie Townson, Paul Clolery, Bethany Starin, Bob Smietana, Steve Rabey, and Anne Stych.  Thanks to our friends at Religion UnPlugged for contributing material to this week's program. Until next time, may God bless you.

On today’s program, a Southern Baptist church in the Atlanta area rebels against the denomination on the issue of homosexuality, and pastors who participated in the events in Washington DC on Jan. 6 are facing consequences from their home churches.  We begin with more news from the rapidly evolving situation at Ravi Zacharias International Ministries. Each week, MinistryWatch brings you news about Christian ministries, as well as the latest in charity and philanthropy, news that we examine from a Christian worldview perspective.  Our goal is to help us become better stewards of the resources God has entrusted to us. The producers for today’s program are Rich Roszel and Steve Gandy. We get database and other technical support from Cathy Goddard, Stephen DuBarry, and Casey Sudduth.  Writers who contributed to today’s program include Rod Pitzer, Roxanne Stone, Mattie Townson, Paul Clolery, Bethany Starin, Bob Smietana, Steve Rabey, and Anne Stych.  Thanks to our friends at Religion UnPlugged for contributing material to this week’s program. Until next time, may God bless you.

On today's program, updates regarding Hillsong and Ravi Zacharias, as well as a discussion of MinistryWatch's list of Highly Paid Ministry Executives.  We begin today with the riot in Washington, DC, on Wednesday.  Specifically, with the reaction of faith leaders to the violence. Each week, MinistryWatch brings you news about Christian ministries, as well as the latest in charity and philanthropy, news that we examine from a Christian worldview perspective.  Our goal is to help us become better stewards of the resources God has entrusted to us. The producers for today's program are Rich Roszel and Steve Gandy. We get database and other technical support from Cathy Goddard, Stephen DuBarry, and Casey Sudduth.  Writers who contributed to today's program include Roxanne Stone, Yonat Shimron, Erik Tryggestad, Rod Pitzer, Warren Smith, and Christina Darnell.  Thanks to our friends at Religion Unplugged for contributing material to this week's program. Until next time, may God bless you.

On today’s program, updates regarding Hillsong and Ravi Zacharias, as well as a discussion of MinistryWatch’s list of Highly Paid Ministry Executives.  We begin today with the riot in Washington, DC, on Wednesday.  Specifically, with the reaction of faith leaders to the violence. Each week, MinistryWatch brings you news about Christian ministries, as well as the latest in charity and philanthropy, news that we examine from a Christian worldview perspective.  Our goal is to help us become better stewards of the resources God has entrusted to us. The producers for today’s program are Rich Roszel and Steve Gandy. We get database and other technical support from Cathy Goddard, Stephen DuBarry, and Casey Sudduth.  Writers who contributed to today’s program include Roxanne Stone, Yonat Shimron, Erik Tryggestad, Rod Pitzer, Warren Smith, and Christina Darnell.  Thanks to our friends at Religion Unplugged for contributing material to this week’s program. Until next time, may God bless you.

On today's program, a new development with Ravi Zacharias International Ministries, Christian Finance Guru Dave Ramsey is throwing a big staff Christmas party that is drawing national attention, and in this age of celebrity flame-outs, we highlight the lives of two men who served God and their neighbors quietly and faithfully for decades.  We begin today with an investigation of possible abuses of the Payroll Protection Program. The producers for today's program are Rich Roszel and Steve Gandy. We get database and other technical support from Cathy Goddard, Stephen DuBarry, and Casey Sudduth.  Writers who contributed to today's program include Anne Stych, Steve Rabey, Adelle M. Banks, Warren Smith, Christina Darnell, Emily Miller, Bob Smietana, Alejandra Molina, and Roxanne Stone. Thanks to our friends at The NonProfit Times and Religion Unplugged for contributing material to this week's program. Until next time, may God bless you.

On today’s program, a new development with Ravi Zacharias International Ministries, Christian Finance Guru Dave Ramsey is throwing a big staff Christmas party that is drawing national attention, and in this age of celebrity flame-outs, we highlight the lives of two men who served God and their neighbors quietly and faithfully for decades.  We begin today with an investigation of possible abuses of the Payroll Protection Program. The producers for today’s program are Rich Roszel and Steve Gandy. We get database and other technical support from Cathy Goddard, Stephen DuBarry, and Casey Sudduth.  Writers who contributed to today’s program include Anne Stych, Steve Rabey, Adelle M. Banks, Warren Smith, Christina Darnell, Emily Miller, Bob Smietana, Alejandra Molina, and Roxanne Stone. Thanks to our friends at The NonProfit Times and Religion Unplugged for contributing material to this week’s program. Until next time, may God bless you.

A look at the haemorrhaging support for US President Donald Trump among evangelical leaders after he refuses to accept the results of the November election.

On today's program, an update on the controversy regarding Carl Lentz and Hillsong Church.  We also examine how the COVID crisis has impacted Christmas outreaches, including Living Nativity Scenes and Singing Christmas trees.  We'll talk about how churches are adjusting.  And we have the latest in our Generous Living series.  The story of a man who died in 2015 whose legacy of generosity is still being felt today. If you want to dig deep into any of the stories we've discussed, go to MinistryWatch.com. Each week, MinistryWatch brings you news about Christian ministries, as well as the latest in charity and philanthropy, news that we examine from a Christian worldview perspective.  Our goal is to help us become better stewards of the resources God has entrusted to us. The producers for today's program are Rich Roszel and Steve Gandy. We get database and other technical support from Cathy Goddard, Stephen DuBarry, and Casey Sudduth.  Writers who contributed to today's program include Anne Stych, Steve Rabey, Adelle M. Banks, Christina Darnell, Emily McFarlan Miller, Bob Smietana, Alejandra Molina, and Roxanne Stone.  Thanks to our friends at The NonProfit Times for contributing material to this week's program. Until next time, may God bless you.

On today’s program, an update on the controversy regarding Carl Lentz and Hillsong Church.  We also examine how the COVID crisis has impacted Christmas outreaches, including Living Nativity Scenes and Singing Christmas trees.  We’ll talk about how churches are adjusting.  And we have the latest in our Generous Living series.  The story of a man who died in 2015 whose legacy of generosity is still being felt today. If you want to dig deep into any of the stories we’ve discussed, go to MinistryWatch.com. Each week, MinistryWatch brings you news about Christian ministries, as well as the latest in charity and philanthropy, news that we examine from a Christian worldview perspective.  Our goal is to help us become better stewards of the resources God has entrusted to us. The producers for today’s program are Rich Roszel and Steve Gandy. We get database and other technical support from Cathy Goddard, Stephen DuBarry, and Casey Sudduth.  Writers who contributed to today’s program include Anne Stych, Steve Rabey, Adelle M. Banks, Christina Darnell, Emily McFarlan Miller, Bob Smietana, Alejandra Molina, and Roxanne Stone.  Thanks to our friends at The NonProfit Times for contributing material to this week’s program. Until next time, may God bless you.

(00:00-07:49): Headlines: Platypuses Glow Under Blacklight. We Have No Idea Why. San Diego Judge Allows Strip Clubs to Reopen While Churches Remain Closed. ‘The Next Jihad': Evangelical leader, rabbi warn about 'Christian genocide’ in Africa. Jerry Falwell Jr. and Wife Becki Falwell ranked Liberty University students they wanted to sleep with: report. It’s Time to Hunker Down. (07:49-25:15): We were joined by author and speaker, Becky Harling. She is the author of books such as “How to Listen So Your Kids Will Talk” and “Psalms for the Anxious Heart”. Her, Brian, and Ian discussed leadership, division in the church and among Christians, how we can practice empathy and help racial tensions, what it looks like to show respect when we disagree, and how we can bring calm to our chaotic world. Visit www.harlingleadership.com for more! (25:15-34:31): Emily McFarlan Miller and Roxanne Stone write “Amid Cries for Church Unity Post-Election, Some Christians Say ‘Not So Fast’” in Christians News Now. (35:31-44:23): James Wood writes “Does Knowing God Just Take Practice?” in the New Yorker. For both the faithful and the doubtful, the source of religious experience can seem mysterious. One anthropologist explores belief in more mundane terms—as a form of expertise. (44:23-53:41): Jo Saxton writes “Your Co-Workers Aren’t Your Competition” in Relevant Magazine. (53:41-1:02:40): We were joined by writer and pastor Joe Carter from McLean Bible Church. He wrote a compelling piece in The Gospel Coalition commemorating the 60th anniversary of Ruby Bridges being the first African-American child enrolled in a white school. Why is this important to recognize and remember today? (1:02:40-1:11:53): Lesli Whites writes “How to Trust God When You Can't See the Way” on BeliefNet. When the world is collapsing around you, it may be hard to see God’s goodness, but He is still present.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For almost a decade, Roxanne Stone has been attending AAFCO meetings. In today's conversation, we talk to Roxanne about her expriences attending these meetings, the concerns regarding this private organization, and how AAFCO has attempted to ban hers and others from having a voice in what ultimately becomes the animal feed system. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kohl-harrington/support

Jacqueline Hill from Answers Pet Food talks about new ways to feed raw food. Roxanne Stone talks about food as the first medicine for dogs. Hosted by Barb Emmett.

Barb Emmett is joined by members of Middlecreek Search and Rescue as well as Roxanne Stone from Answers Pet Food to talk about dog food.

Roxanne Stone helps us define evangelicals: Who are they? What do they believe? Why do they tend to vote the way they do?

We've not seen in the United States, at least in recent memory, so many efforts to force Christians to act in ways that violate their consciences. Almost always, these demands are made in the name of sexual freedom—whether we're talking about nuns being forced to provide contraception, bakers and florists having to participate in gay weddings, or adoption agencies being forced to place kids with same-sex couples. What makes these stories even more discouraging is how many Americans—especially Christians—don't seem to understand our first freedom or even care all that much about it. According to a new survey by Barna, the number of Americans who say that religious freedom means “being able to believe and practice the core commitments and values of your faith” is still a majority, but it's falling; down 14 percent since 2012. Even more troubling, pastors seem to be losing interest in the issue. Barna reports that just five years ago, a strong majority of Protestant clergy said they were “very concerned” that religious freedom would become more restricted. In the latest survey, that number fell to a paltry 34 percent. Barna editor-in-chief, Roxanne Stone says it's easy to stop caring “when we feel protected by those currently in power.” But in doing so, Christians risk becoming just “another tribal group” jockeying for special favors from Washington. If we want to keep our freedoms after a new president is in the White House, we have to learn to “make the case for religious liberty as a positive social value for all people.” In other words, we have to be able to argue for this freedom as if it's more than a retreat strategy. This is, of course, a real challenge in a culture where increasing numbers of people think religion should be kept private, and sexual preferences should be made public. Somehow, we must make the case that religious liberty is not only a good worth preserving, but that it's essential to a free society. You might have heard of “S.L.E.D.” It's an acronym which stands for “Size, Level of development, Environment, and Degree of dependency.” It makes the argument for unborn life simple and focused, even when things get emotional. It's memorable and reusable. For a long time now, I've wished there were a "S.L.E.D." for religious freedom—something to help us remember the arguments and make the case in a convincing way. Well, my colleague Shane Morris has just came up with one: “F.R.E.E.” Free is an acronym that can walk you through an intelligent conversation about religious liberty. F is for Forcing. Forcing people to go against their beliefs for no good reason is a bad thing. This is a premise that even most secular people should be able to get behind. R stands for Reason. Is there a good reason to force a religious person to go against his or her belief in the case you're discussing? And are there less burdensome alternatives to squashing this freedom, like using a bakery down the street or an adoption agency across town? The first E is for Examples. Offer examples that the person you're talking with may not have thought of or heard of. Should a Muslim t-shirt designer be forced to create shirts mocking the prophet Muhammad? Should an Orthodox Jewish club at a university be forced to admit Christians as officers? Should an LGBT baker be forced to bake a cake with anti-gay slogans? The final E is one I think they'll love: Equality. Christians who don't agree with the new sexual orthodoxy should be equally free to live according to their faith, without being compelled to violate their consciences. Don't hesitate to turn it around as a question: “If you think Muslims and Jews should have religious freedom in the examples we gave, why not Christians?” It's not a silver bullet, nor does it say everything that we'll need to about religious freedom, but “F.R.E.E” can help you have a conversation that's intelligent and focused. If we can discuss religious freedom in a way that cuts through the rhetoric—the way many of us have learned to talk about abortion—we'll have a chance of preserving this freedom no matter who's in office.

Roxanne Stone, the Editor in Chief at the Barna Group, joined us to talk about their survey re: Faith and Work and highlighted some surprising stats over a wide range of topics: millennials, work and faith, economic activity, and so much more.  These stats are impressive – learn about them now:

Roxanne Stone, the Editor in Chief at the Barna Group, joined us to talk about their survey re: Faith and Work and highlighted some surprising stats over a wide range of topics: millennials, work and faith, economic activity, and so much more.  These stats are impressive – learn about them now: The post Barna Makes Data Come Alive appeared first on iWork4Him Podcast.

Ellen and Dan speak with journalists & polling experts — Roxanne Stone of BARNA Group, Jon Ward of Yahoo! News and Robert P. Jones of Public Religion Research Institute — to wrap their heads around that infamous statistic (81% of white Evangelicals voting for Trump), understand what it means, and to dig deeper both into … Continue reading Is That “81%” Statistic Reliable? A Closer Look at Evangelicals →

Pornography is a rapidly growing epidemic in our culture. Both kids and adults, men and women, Christians and non-Christians are all caught in its net. At the root of this “normalizing” of addiction to sexually explicit material is a diminishing ability to make and maintain intimate relationships. In one sense, Jesus is a tradesman who specializes in hand-crafted relationships, and that’s why he can offer us real hope, building back what we’ve lost. Join us this week as we talk to special guest Roxanne Stone (Editor-in-Chief at the Barna Research Group) about Porn Phenomenon, a new Barna study that’s one of the broadest assessments ever produced on pornography and its impact on our culture. We’ll also dive into how Jesus heals and restores our ability to live intimately with others, and how we can cooperate with his redemptive mission in our life. Related Links and Articles: • Porn Phenomenon from Barna- https://www.barna.com/product/porn-phenomenon/ • More on Roxanne Stone- https://www.barna.com/about/roxanne-stone/ • The Jesus-Centered Life by Rick Lawrence- https://www.mylifetree.com/shop/the-jesus-centered-life/ • The Jesus-Centered Bible- https://www.mylifetree.com/jesus-centered-bible/ • JesusCenteredLife.org- https://www.mylifetree.com/jesus-centered/ • An Open Letter to the Dad Watching Porn- https://www.mylifetree.com/open-letter-dad-porn/

Love is a commitment that seeks the other person’s best and highest good, no matter the cost to me. Pornography on the other hand is the very opposite of love. My guest today is Roxanne Stone, Editor In Chief of the Barna Group and she explains their latest findings regarding pornography and how the impact of porn is having on the digital age.

This week, NC Family president John Rustin talks with Roxanne Stone, editor-in-chief of Barna Group, about a new report, The Porn Phenomenon, which highlights the growing use and acceptance of pornography among teens and young adults.

The Dog Show #179 – August 1, 2012 Roxanne Stone, co-author of Answers Pet Food's Official Response Letter to the AVMA's proposed anti-raw food policy. Talking all about the corrupt relationships between big-name pet food and the AVMA, among other … Read More