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On Legal Docket, a debate over funding for religious charter schools; on Moneybeat, David Bahnsen discusses a possible tariff “off ramp”; and on History Book, William Wilberforce's fight to end slavery. Plus, the Monday morning news Support The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donateAdditional support comes from Ambassadors Impact Network. Helping entrepreneurs with a purpose find the support they need to thrive with faith-aligned financing options. More at ambassadorsimpact.comAnd from Pensacola Christian College. Academic excellence, biblical worldview, affordable cost. go.pcci.edu/world
How did a cookie price protest give Charlie his start? Why doesn't the West erect more monuments to heroes like William Wilberforce? Charlie goes through those questions and many more in his recent appearance on the Jordan B. Peterson Podcast, and offers his own annotations of the discussion after the fact. Become a member at members.charliekirk.com! Get new merch at charliekirkstore.com!Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How did a cookie price protest give Charlie his start? Why doesn't the West erect more monuments to heroes like William Wilberforce? Charlie goes through those questions and many more in his recent appearance on the Jordan B. Peterson Podcast, and offers his own annotations of the discussion after the fact. Become a member at members.charliekirk.com! Get new merch at charliekirkstore.com!Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sign-up for my free 20-day devotional, The Word Before Work Foundations, at http://TWBWFoundations.com--Series: Five Mere ChristiansDevotional: 4 of 5Jesus spoke all these things to the crowd in parables; he did not say anything to them without using a parable. (Matthew 13:34)Jesus revealed God's kingdom primarily through culture rather than politics. He never sought a seat on the Sanhedrin or in the Roman Senate. Instead, he changed the world with parables—tiny tales that stirred hearts to long for God's kingdom.Yet despite Jesus's example, many Christians put far more faith in political solutions than cultural ones to fix the world's problems today. We believe electing the “right people” and appointing the “right judges” will finally bring God's kingdom on earth as it is in heaven.This mindset explains why William Wilberforce, a member of the British Parliament in the 18th century, gets the lion's share of the credit for abolishing the slave trade—even though historians and Wilberforce himself gave equal credit to Hannah More, a poet, playwright, and novelist who outsold her contemporary Jane Austen ten-to-one. Eric Metaxas, a biographer of both Wilberforce and More, says, “How Wilberforce came to be the chief champion of abolition...has everything to do with Hannah More.” While Wilberforce worked to change politicians' minds, More worked to change the people's hearts through art that exposed slavery's horrors.Jesus's parables and Hannah More's poetry point to an important truth: We mere Christians glorify God by advancing his kingdom culturally and not just politically.What might this mean for you today? Consider abortion as a case study. Murder has no place in the kingdom of God. And so it is right to ask the question, “What is the political response to this problem?” But the far more powerful question is, “What is my creative response to this problem?” If you're an artist like Hannah More, your response might be to write stories and songs that break people's hearts toward orphans and birth parents. If you're a business leader, it could be creating generous maternity and paternity policies or funding adoptions for employees. If you work in a café, it might mean setting up a board with resources for pregnancy centers.Here's my point: Please don't wait for politicians to reveal God's kingdom—be the creator who makes it visible today. Whatever the issue is—abortion, racial injustice, gender transitioning, pollution, etc.— glorify God not just by working to change things politically but first and foremost culturally. Because as Andy Crouch said, “The only way to change culture is to create more of it.”
Every entrepreneur dreams of the freedom that comes with success, yet Lloyd Reeb discovered a surprising paradox - the very prosperity he worked so hard to achieve was quietly eroding his freedom and purpose. Instead of letting money become his master, he made the counter-cultural choice to design a life where wealth serves his deeper values rather than dictating his choices. His journey reveals that true entrepreneurial freedom might look radically different than what we've been conditioned to pursue. Lloyd shares the meaningful artifacts in his office that guide his decisions and keep him grounded in his purpose - from a crystal light bulb gift that reminds him of his unique contribution to a 300-year-old French Bible that represents God's unchanging wisdom to a wooden "Amazing Grace" plaque honoring William Wilberforce's 30-year commitment to ending the slave trade.Key Highlights:How carrying "long-term metrics" in his wallet for decades has helped Lloyd maintain focus on what truly mattersThe intentional decision to decouple wealth from lifestyle to break cycles of entitlementWhy complexity, comfort, and complacency are the three deadliest enemies to living a purpose-driven lifeApplying Charlie Munger's "inversion" approach to identify what would cause you to squander your lifeThe transformative practice of keeping a "Book of Days" to document God's work in and through your lifeWhy financial success creates freedom for mission rather than just lifestyle expansionPractical ways to declutter your life, reduce complexity, and create space for what matters mostQuotable Moments:"Build a successful business in the context of focusing on building a successful life.""It's an interesting question to ask: What level of lifestyle is in your family's best interest? That's different from how much can we afford.""What would I do if I wanted to squander the rest of my life? I would get my life complicated, comfortable, and let my heart become uncompassionate.""Money is a great servant, but a terrible master. We wanted to really demote money from mastery to servant."Watch the full episode on YouTube or continue to stream audio on your favorite podcast platform.
Two-time Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist Nicholas Kristof (opinion columnist, the New York Times) reflects on his career of reporting from the front lines of injustice and human suffering, discussing hope, human resilience, and the urgency of responding to global injustice. An advocate for empathy-driven journalism that holds power accountable and communicates the stories of the most vulnerable, Kristof joins Mark Labberton in this episode to discuss his life's work of reporting from the world's most troubled regions—from Gaza to Congo, from rural Oregon to global centres of power. Known for his unsparing storytelling and deep empathy, Kristof shares the family roots and personal convictions that have shaped his lifelong pursuit of justice and hope. They also explore how despair and progress coexist, the role of faith and empathy in healing, and how local acts of courage can ripple globally. Grounded in gritty realism, but inspired by everyday heroes, Kristof invites us to resist numbness and embrace a hope that fights to make a difference. Stories from Gaza, Congo, Pakistan, and beyond Balancing heartbreak and hope in humanitarian reporting Why empathy must be cultivated and practiced The global impact of Christian activism and its complexities Episode Highlights “Side by side with the worst of humanity, you find the very best.” “We focus so much on all that is going wrong, that we leave people feeling numb and that it's hopeless … but people don't want to get engaged in things that are hopeless.” “Empathy is something that, like a muscle, can be nurtured.” “The worst kinds of evil and the greatest acts of courage are often just one decision apart.” “We are an amazing species—if we just get our act together.” “You can be sex positive and rape negative. I don't think there's an inconsistency there.” About Nicholas Kristof Nicholas Kristof is a two-time Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist, and is an opinion columnist for the New York Times, **where he was previously bureau chief in Hong Kong, Beijing, and Tokyo. Born, raised, and still working from his rural Oregon home, Yamhill, he is a graduate of Harvard and was a Rhodes Scholar at Oxford. He is the co-author, with his wife Sheryl WuDunn, of five previous books: Tightrope, A Path Appears, Half the Sky, Thunder from the East, and China Wakes. In 2024, he published a memoir, *Chasing Hope: A Reporter's Life.* Books by Nicholas Kristof Tightrope A Path Appears Half the Sky Thunder from the East China Wakes Chasing Hope: A Reporter's Life Helpful Resources International Justice Mission Dr. Denis Mukwege – Nobel Peace Prize PEPFAR: The U.S. President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief Tim Keller's Final Interview with Kristof (NYT) Show Notes A voice of conscience How a global orientation for journalism developed Kristof reflects on his humble roots in Yamhill, Oregon, as the son of two immigrants “My dad was a Armenian refugee from Eastern Europe. His family had spied on the Nazis during World War II. They got caught. Some were executed by the Nazis, others were executed by the Soviet communists, and my dad was very lucky to make it out alive and was sponsored by a family in the US in 1952.” “I think that one fundamental mistake that bleeding hearts make, whether they're bleeding hearts in journalism or in the non-profit community or in advocacy, is that we focus so much on all that is going wrong that we leave people feeling numb and feeling that it's hopeless, so there's no point in engaging. And there's pretty good evidence from social-psychology experiments that people don't want to get engaged in things that are hopeless. They want to make a difference. And so I think that we need to both acknowledge all the challenges we face but also remind people that there can be a better outcome if they put their shoulder to the wheel.” Extraordinary changes for justice and what's going right David Brooks: “A deeply flawed country that also managed to do good in the world.” ”It just breaks my heart that kids are dying unnecessarily.” On losing PEPFAR foreign aid: “I hope that this damage can be repaired and that bleeding hearts of the left and the right can work together to try to help restore some of these initiatives.” The tragedies that followed from dismantling USAID Kristof's book Chasing Hope “The fact is that I've seen some terrible things, and I think I may have a mild case of PTSD from, you know, seeing too much.” Nicholas Kristof on Gaza: “I don't see Israel and Hamas as morally equivalent, but I absolutely see an Israeli child, a Palestinian child, and an American child as moral equivalents. And we don't treat them that way.” “What human beings share is that when terrible things happen, some people turn into psychopaths and sociopaths, and other people turn into heroes.” Cowardice and malevolent tendencies Empathy can be nurtured Children dying without anti-retroviral drugs in South Sudan Empathy Project in Canada Mass literature to inspire perspective taking Uncle Tom's Cabin Black Beauty and animal rights/well-being Kristof's run for Oregon governor Eastern Congo and UNICEF “A child is raped every thirty minutes in Eastern Congo.” Dr. Denis Mukwege, Nobel Peace Prize laureate treating women brutally injured by militia rape in Bukavu, a city in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo. Small gestures of compassion as an empathy grower for local communities “One of the lessons I think of Congo is that violence can be and inhumanity can be terribly contagious.” Genocide in Rwanda in 1994 The global sex-trafficking crisis “We don't have the moral authority to tell other countries to do better unless we clean up our own act.” The American sex-trafficking crisis: systemic failures such as foster care pipelines into trafficking “There are no statistics, but I think it's plausible that a girl in foster care is more likely to emerge to be trafficked than she is to graduate from a four-year college.” American sex-trafficking practices by PornHub and X-Videos: “Their business model is monetizing kids.” “You can be sex positive and rape negative. I don't think there's an inconsistency there, and I, I think we've just blurred that too often.” Christianity's disappointing response to injustice Nicholas Kristof's engagement with the activism and theology of the Christian church William Wilberforce's anti-slavery movement in the 1780s President Bush's establishment of PEPFAR in 2003: “This incredible program to reduce the burden of AIDS that has saved 26 million lives so far. It's the most important program of any country in my adult lifetime in terms of saving lives.” “Evangelicals are very good in terms of tithing and donating money to good causes, but they've often opposed government programs that would create opportunity and address these problems.” “Liberals are personally stingy, but much more supportive of government programs that that make a difference.” Criticizing the dismantling of global aid programs like USAID: “How can you read the Gospels and think this is good?” “I think being part of a religious community has led people to do good works together.” Christian advocacy for freedom of religion Kristof on scripture and belief: “We read the Bible and develop our religious views, and I think so often just reflects our priors rather than what the text says.” A closing example of hope: The Afghan war “We are an amazing species if we just get our act together.” Production Credits Conversing is produced and distributed in partnership with Comment magazine and Fuller Seminary.
Passage: 1 And the Lord spoke to Moses, saying, 2 “Speak to all the congregation of the people of Israel and say to them, You shall be holy, for I the Lord your God am holy. 3 Every one of you shall revere his mother and his father, and you shall keep my Sabbaths: I am the Lord your God. 4 Do not turn to idols or make for yourselves any gods of cast metal: I am the Lord your God. 9 When you reap the harvest of your land, you shall not reap your field right up to its edge, neither shall you gather the gleanings after your harvest. 10 And you shall not strip your vineyard bare, neither shall you gather the fallen grapes of your vineyard. You shall leave them for the poor and for the sojourner: I am the Lord your God. 11 You shall not steal; you shall not deal falsely; you shall not lie to one another. 12 You shall not swear by my name falsely, and so profane the name of your God: I am the Lord. 18 You shall not take vengeance or bear a grudge against the sons of your own people, but you shall love your neighbor as yourself: I am the Lord. 37 And you shall observe all my statutes and all my rules, and do them: I am the Lord.” (Leviticus 19:1-4, 9-12, 18, 37) Song: The Greatest Commandment by Paul Zach Lyrics: Love the Lord your God With all your heart and soul and mind And love your neighbor as yourself Let us be known let us be known By the way we love Love love love the greatest commandment is Love love love the greatest commandment is Love love love the greatest commandment is love Prayer: O Lord, Let me not live to be useless or to do no good; Deliver me from an inactive life and from squandering your gifts. Let me not pass away before I have begun to live for you. Let it not be my aim to live long, but to live rightly. While I am, make me useful and prepare me for eternal happiness with you. Amen. -William Wilberforce
In this episode, Steve Yates sits down with Luke de Pulford, co-founder and Executive Director of the Inter-Parliamentary Alliance on China (iPAC). From his early inspiration by William Wilberforce to launching an international coalition of lawmakers, Luke shares his remarkable journey in human rights, modern slavery advocacy, and China policy. They discuss: - The role of faith and conviction in confronting authoritarian regimes - The origins and global impact of iPAC - The challenges of building consensus across political lines on China - The CCP's growing aggression, transnational repression, and its global consequences - The controversy around the Chinese embassy expansion in London - Why reciprocity in international relations with China is no longer optional This is a deep dive into the intersection of values, strategy, and global security. A must-listen for anyone interested in geopolitics, human rights, and the future of China policy.
Kelvey Vander Hart from the Wilberforce Institute joins us to share her approach to animal advocacy from a politically right-of-center view and how her Christian faith guides her activism.• The importance of bipartisan approaches to engage the masses in animal advocacy• Why animal welfare should be a cross-cutting issue that transcends political affiliation• How political coalitions can be built around specific animal welfare issues rather than comprehensive platforms• Reforming government subsidies that prop up factory farming and removing barriers to innovation• The connection between Christian values of mercy, compassion, and justice and animal welfare• Ways to engage faith communities in animal advocacy through shared values• The pragmatic necessity of working with people across the political spectrum to achieve progress• The story of William Wilberforce, who helped abolish the slave trade and founded the world's first animal welfare organisationNext week is our 50th episode where we'll be interviewing five guests and reflecting on the last two years since the podcast launched. Watch out for this special celebratory episode on April 15th.Resources:The Wilberforce Institute's website The Wilberforce Institute's newsletter sign-up pageThe Wilberforce Institute's X account Kelvey Vander Hart's website Kelvey Vander Hart's LinkedIn The Saltwater ChroniclesMedia recommendations How to Be a Good Creature by Sy MontgomeryBlackfish Fear Factories by Matthew Scully Some articles I've written related to bipartisan animal advocacy, limited government animal advocacy“Cut Government, Save Animals: Here Are 3 Awful Agencies and Programs DOGE Can Eliminate Entirely”“Big Government Won't Protect Animals” If you enjoy the show, please leave a rating and review us - we would really appreciate it! Likewise, feel free to share it with anyone who you think might enjoy it. You can send us feedback and guest recommendations via Twitter or email us at hello@howilearnedtoloveshrimp.com. Enjoy!
Passage: 20 “I do not ask for these only, but also for those who will believe in me through their word, 21 that they may all be one, just as you, Father, are in me, and I in you, that they also may be in us, so that the world may believe that you have sent me. 22 The glory that you have given me I have given to them, that they may be one even as we are one, 23 I in them and you in me, that they may become perfectly one, so that the world may know that you sent me and loved them even as you loved me. 24 Father, I desire that they also, whom you have given me, may be with me where I am, to see my glory that you have given me because you loved me before the foundation of the world. 25 O righteous Father, even though the world does not know you, I know you, and these know that you have sent me. 26 I made known to them your name, and I will continue to make it known, that the love with which you have loved me may be in them, and I in them.” (John 17:20-26) Song: There is One Gospel by Jonny Robinson and Rich Thompson Lyrics: There is one Gospel on which I stand For all eternity It is my story my Father's plan The Son has rescued me Oh what a Gospel oh what a peace My highest joy and my deepest need Now and forever He is my light I stand in the Gospel of Jesus Christ There is one Gospel to which I cling All else I count as loss For there where justice and mercy meet He saved me on the cross No more I boast in what I can bring No more I carry the weight of sin For He has brought me from death to life I stand in the Gospel of Jesus Christ There is one Gospel where hope is found The empty tomb still speaks For death could not keep my Saviour down He lives and I am free Now on my Saviour I fix my eyes My life is His and His hope is mine For he has promised I too will rise I stand in the Gospel of Jesus Christ And in this Gospel the church is one We do not walk alone We have His Spirit as we press on To lead us safely home And when in glory still I will sing Of this old story that rescued me Praise to my Saviour the King of life I stand in the Gospel of Jesus Christ And when in glory still I will sing Of this old story that rescued me Praise to my Saviour the King of life I stand in the Gospel of Jesus Christ Praise to my Saviour the King of life I stand in the Gospel of Jesus Christ I stand in the Gospel of Jesus Christ Prayer: “Dear God, I cast myself at the foot of the cross, bewailing my exceeding sinfulness and unprofitableness deeply, most deeply aggravated by the infinity of my mercies. I plead your precious promises, and earnestly pray to you to shed abroad in my heart more love, more humility, more faith, more hope, more peace and joy; in short, to fill me with all the fullness of God, and make me worthy to be a partaker of the inheritance of the saints in light. Then I shall also be better in all the relations of life in which I am now so defective, and my light will shine before men, and I shall adorn the doctrine of my Savior in all things. Amen.” — William Wilberforce
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A new MP3 sermon from Frontline Fellowship is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: William Wilberforce - Evangelical Missionary to Parliament Setting the Captives Free Subtitle: History Lectures at Cedar Speaker: Peter Hammond Broadcaster: Frontline Fellowship Event: Teaching Date: 3/14/2025 Length: 68 min.
Good morning! Are you ready to explore beliefs that can truly transform your life? ✝️ Join us as Pastor Josh speaks passionately about the power of Christian faith and how living by Biblical principles can redefine your purpose and actions. From understanding what it means to be created in God's image to embracing the sanctity of life, this message dives deep into the values that shape who we are as followers of Christ. Have you ever wondered how beliefs turn into actions? Pastor Josh unpacks scripture like James 1:22 and Genesis 1:27 to reveal the importance of being "doers" of the Word, not just hearers. You'll also hear inspiring historical examples of faith in action, including stories from ministry work in Israel and lessons from figures like William Wilberforce. This uplifting message challenges us to consider how our beliefs influence our choices, how we value others, and how we live out our faith in daily life. What does it mean to see everyone as made in God's image? How can this truth transform your relationships, decisions, and purpose? Tune in today for an inspiring discussion filled with Biblical insights, real-life applications, and thought-provoking questions. If you're seeking to grow in your faith and live a life that reflects God's love, this is a message you don't want to miss. Please subscribe and join us for more faith-filled conversations. Let's continue to grow together in God's Word!
2:00 Utah's Fluoride Ban: No One is Swallowing the Fluoridation Lies AnymoreWill Trump's EPA acquiesce to court decisions banning fluoridation or continue to fight? Either way, state and local governments are drowning in the demands of their constituents to stop “mass medication without consent”. Did you hear about the poisoning of 200 people in just one Utah community in 2019? Here's the story 37:10 Secession Fever Ignites America America's on the brink of a secession explosion! From California's Trump-hating rebels in 2017 to 33 Illinois counties begging to join Indiana in 2025, the cry for self-governance is shaking the nation! Mainstream media and think tanks are buzzing as 12 states fuel fiery movements, echoing the Civil War when West Virginia defied Virginia's exit. Newsweek spills the tea: rural conservatives, fed up with urban overlords like Chicago, are ready to boltYet secession sparks fear because of Lincoln's reaction to it. Murray Rothbard and others weigh in on the “Lost Cause” and “Just War” that still apply. Forget the slavery excuse; the South was already ditching it, just like Britain did—peacefully—under William Wilberforce, who ended slavery cheaper than the North spent on bullets!1:08:24 Heartbreaking Fall of a Godly Village: A Tale for Our TimeNearly a century after it was made, this isn't just a movie—it's a screaming wake-up call for a civilization that's kicked God to the curb and lost its soul! "How Green Was My Valley," the Oscar-winning classic that outshone “Citizen Kane”, paints a nostalgic portrait of a coal-mining village brimming with faith, family, and song—only to reveal a devastating truth about what has happened not just to this village but to Western Civilization AI Revolution: Alien Chips, Skin-Job Robot Clone of the Human Body, and Techno-Tyranny Take Over!"A strange, but functional, chip designed by AI has experts scratching their heads. The creepy "MIND of Pepe" AI Agent snags $5M in presale cash.And, are there signs that AI hype “canary has died”?Technocrats Want a Machiavellian DictatorA look at the political and governing philosophy that inspires JD Vance, Peter Thiel, Elon Musk, Marc Andreessen and others — an open embrace of machiavellian authoritarianism by “elites”. Measles Death Reported - A Measly “Pandemic”Measly, adjective, (1) infected with measles (2) meager, contemptibly small in quantity, absurdly insufficientClaims that 124 people have measles out of 32 MILLION in TX and that one person has now died. Yet both the purported number cases are meager and the evidence of their claims are absurdly insufficient to warrant the media hysteria How BigPoultry Profits from “Pandemic” CullingBeyond the higher prices, beyond the advantage BigPoultry has over small farms, there's another huge immediate financial incentive for them to push the pandemic. The same people that have been caught fraudulently labelling their eggs “organic” when disease & death have been rampant due to the non-organic squalor that's the foundation of factory chickensIf you would like to support the show and our family please consider subscribing monthly here: SubscribeStar https://www.subscribestar.com/the-david-knight-show Or you can send a donation throughMail: David Knight POB 994 Kodak, TN 37764Zelle: @DavidKnightShow@protonmail.comCash App at: $davidknightshowBTC to: bc1qkuec29hkuye4xse9unh7nptvu3y9qmv24vanh7Money should have intrinsic value AND transactional privacy: Go to DavidKnight.gold for great deals on physical gold/silverFor 10% off Gerald Celente's prescient Trends Journal, go to TrendsJournal.com and enter the code KNIGHTFor 10% off supplements and books, go to RNCstore.com and enter the code KNIGHTBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-david-knight-show--2653468/support.
2:00 Utah's Fluoride Ban: No One is Swallowing the Fluoridation Lies AnymoreWill Trump's EPA acquiesce to court decisions banning fluoridation or continue to fight? Either way, state and local governments are drowning in the demands of their constituents to stop “mass medication without consent”. Did you hear about the poisoning of 200 people in just one Utah community in 2019? Here's the story 37:10 Secession Fever Ignites America America's on the brink of a secession explosion! From California's Trump-hating rebels in 2017 to 33 Illinois counties begging to join Indiana in 2025, the cry for self-governance is shaking the nation! Mainstream media and think tanks are buzzing as 12 states fuel fiery movements, echoing the Civil War when West Virginia defied Virginia's exit. Newsweek spills the tea: rural conservatives, fed up with urban overlords like Chicago, are ready to boltYet secession sparks fear because of Lincoln's reaction to it. Murray Rothbard and others weigh in on the “Lost Cause” and “Just War” that still apply. Forget the slavery excuse; the South was already ditching it, just like Britain did—peacefully—under William Wilberforce, who ended slavery cheaper than the North spent on bullets!1:08:24 Heartbreaking Fall of a Godly Village: A Tale for Our TimeNearly a century after it was made, this isn't just a movie—it's a screaming wake-up call for a civilization that's kicked God to the curb and lost its soul! "How Green Was My Valley," the Oscar-winning classic that outshone “Citizen Kane”, paints a nostalgic portrait of a coal-mining village brimming with faith, family, and song—only to reveal a devastating truth about what has happened not just to this village but to Western Civilization AI Revolution: Alien Chips, Skin-Job Robot Clone of the Human Body, and Techno-Tyranny Take Over!"A strange, but functional, chip designed by AI has experts scratching their heads. The creepy "MIND of Pepe" AI Agent snags $5M in presale cash.And, are there signs that AI hype “canary has died”?Technocrats Want a Machiavellian DictatorA look at the political and governing philosophy that inspires JD Vance, Peter Thiel, Elon Musk, Marc Andreessen and others — an open embrace of machiavellian authoritarianism by “elites”. Measles Death Reported - A Measly “Pandemic”Measly, adjective, (1) infected with measles (2) meager, contemptibly small in quantity, absurdly insufficientClaims that 124 people have measles out of 32 MILLION in TX and that one person has now died. Yet both the purported number cases are meager and the evidence of their claims are absurdly insufficient to warrant the media hysteria How BigPoultry Profits from “Pandemic” CullingBeyond the higher prices, beyond the advantage BigPoultry has over small farms, there's another huge immediate financial incentive for them to push the pandemic. The same people that have been caught fraudulently labelling their eggs “organic” when disease & death have been rampant due to the non-organic squalor that's the foundation of factory chickensIf you would like to support the show and our family please consider subscribing monthly here: SubscribeStar https://www.subscribestar.com/the-david-knight-show Or you can send a donation throughMail: David Knight POB 994 Kodak, TN 37764Zelle: @DavidKnightShow@protonmail.comCash App at: $davidknightshowBTC to: bc1qkuec29hkuye4xse9unh7nptvu3y9qmv24vanh7Money should have intrinsic value AND transactional privacy: Go to DavidKnight.gold for great deals on physical gold/silverFor 10% off Gerald Celente's prescient Trends Journal, go to TrendsJournal.com and enter the code KNIGHTFor 10% off supplements and books, go to RNCstore.com and enter the code KNIGHTBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-real-david-knight-show--5282736/support.
William Wilberforce wasn’t just a politician—he was a man of deep faith who leveraged his influence to fight for abolition, social reform, and gospel-driven cultural transformation. In this episode of Thinking Christian, Dr. James Spencer is joined by Michael Morgan, president of William Tennant Seminary, to explore the life and legacy of Wilberforce. How did Wilberforce’s evangelical convictions shape his mission? What role did his friendships and the Clapham Sectplay in his work? And what can the modern church learn from his radical collaboration and holistic approach to faith in action? Join us for a thoughtful discussion on Wilberforce’s impact, the intersection of faith and social change, and the importance of authentic Christian friendships in discipleship and cultural engagement. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe to Thinking Christian so you never miss an insightful conversation! For more resources to help you grow in faith and deepen your walk with Christ, visit Useful to God—where you'll find books, courses, podcasts, and more to equip you for faithful Christian living. For more on Michael Morgan and William Tennent, visit https://www.williamtennent.org/.
"The plans of the diligent lead surely to abundance, but everyone who is hasty comes only to poverty." - Proverbs 21:5That verse is often used to encourage people to avoid “get rich quick” schemes and other risky investments. However, it also conveys a message about budgeting. Dr. Shane Enete joins us today to discuss why budgeting is a form of worship.Dr. Shane Enete is an Associate Professor of Finance at Biola University and the author of the brand new book, “Whole Heart Finances: A Jesus-Centered Guide to Managing Your Money with Joy.”Why Do People Dislike Budgeting?Many people react negatively to the idea of budgeting. A CNBC article titled "People hate budgeting" spotlighted a financial professional who observed that over 60% of her clients felt as though they were "literally going to suffer" at the mere mention of budgeting. The misconception that budgeting is about reducing spending or losing freedom often drives this aversion. In reality, budgeting is a tool for aligning financial resources with personal and spiritual goals.Look at King David, for example, during his preparation for building the temple in 1 Chronicles 28–29. David's detailed planning and joyful devotion in allocating resources for God's temple exemplify budgeting as an act of worship. He saw his financial planning as a way to serve God and inspire others to do the same. This narrative offers a powerful reminder that budgeting can be a means of glorifying God and building His kingdom.Budgeting as IntentionalityA Plan for WorshipBudgeting is not about limiting joy but enhancing it by intentionally aligning financial decisions with God's purposes. As stewards of God's resources, we are called to manage money in ways that reflect His generosity and character. Daily Acts of GratitudeTracking expenses can become a form of worship. We develop a heart of gratitude by regularly acknowledging God's provision—even mundane payments like utility bills or DMV fees. This practice shifts our mindset from entitlement to stewardship, deepening our reliance on God. Aligning with God's HeartRegularly reviewing and planning financial decisions enables us to grow closer to God's heart. As stewards, we are responsible for managing resources according to His will. This intentionality creates financial margins that foster generosity, resilience, and a greater impact for His kingdom.Breaking the Power of Money Through GenerosityBudgeting also unlocks the potential for generosity. As Ron Blue has said, “Giving breaks the power money can have over us.” By setting financial priorities, we can intentionally allocate resources to support others and further God's work. William Wilberforce, a British politician, philanthropist, and movement leader to abolish the slave trade, once said, “By careful management, I should be able to give at least one-quarter of my income to the poor.” This kind of strategic generosity reflects a heart fully surrendered to God.A Transformative View of BudgetingBudgeting, when seen through the lens of worship, shifts from being a dreaded task to a joyful act of devotion. It enables us to live intentionally, reflect God's character, and manage His resources wisely. By embracing this perspective, we not only honor God but also experience the freedom, joy, and resilience that come from living as faithful stewards.If you'd like to dive deeper into this topic, check out Dr. Shane Enete's article, Budgeting as Worship, in the quarterly publication Faithful Steward. You can receive this resource by becoming a partner at FaithFi.com/give.On Today's Program, Rob Answers Listener Questions:I waited until full retirement age to start collecting Social Security, and I still work full time. My wife is past full retirement age but has not started collecting her Social Security yet. If she collects from my Social Security, will that interfere with my benefits now or in the future?If I retired at 67 and got the full Social Security benefit, our only significant expenses would be our first and second mortgages. Would it be worth withdrawing big chunks from the inheritance money my mother left me and my brother so we could free up and live on $1,200 extra dollars a month?Resources Mentioned:Faithful Steward: FaithFi's New Quarterly PublicationWhole Heart Finances: A Jesus-Centered Guide to Managing Your Money with Joy by Dr. Shane EneteLook At The Sparrows: A 21-Day Devotional on Financial Fear and AnxietyRich Toward God: A Study on the Parable of the Rich FoolFind a Certified Kingdom Advisor (CKA) or Certified Christian Financial Counselor (CertCFC)FaithFi App Remember, you can call in to ask your questions most days at (800) 525-7000. Faith & Finance is also available on the Moody Radio Network and American Family Radio. Visit our website at FaithFi.com where you can join the FaithFi Community and give as we expand our outreach.
William Wilberforce was used by God to change the world. Many historians recognize the impact of his life, but fail to see the real reason why his life was so deeply impacting. They see qualities like perseverance, determination, and extraordinary compassion as the catalyst to his greatness. But though those qualities were essential to the make-up of the man, the true power of William Wilberforce goes much deeper than that. Wilberforce was a godly man and that was his great secret. He was a wholly honest and trustworthy person who genuinely loved all people and desired them to be free to live in liberty. The honorable nature of this man still reverberates in and through history two hundred years later.
Readiness is a vastly underrated quality of the healthy Christian life. But, readiness doesn't come about accidentally. A believer needs to practice and train in readiness. And if it isn't practiced, then the believer will be found unready in the moment where alertness, action, and agreement is desperately needed. The quality of readiness is one of the beautiful hallmarks of William Wilberforce's life. And it is one of the chief reasons why his life impacted the world.------------» Take these studies deeper and be discipled in person by Eric, Leslie, Nathan, and the team at Ellerslie in one of our upcoming discipleship programs – learn more at: https://ellerslie.com/be-discipled/» Receive our free “Five Keys to Walking Through Difficulty” PDF by going to: https://ellerslie.com/subscribe/» For more information about Daily Thunder and the ministry of Ellerslie Mission Society, please visit: https://ellerslie.com/daily» If you have been blessed by Ellerslie, consider partnering with the ministry by donating at: https://ellerslie.com/donate/» Discover more resources, books, and sermons from Eric Ludy by going to: https://ellerslie.com/about-eric-ludy/
What if God's vision for wealth, poverty, and justice radically differed from the world's? Discover how you can align your life with a kingdom-centered approach to economics. In this episode of the Lausanne Movement Podcast, Matheus Ortega unpacks the transformative principles of Kingdom Economics. Drawing from scripture, theology, and his journey, Matheus explores four paradigms for addressing wealth and poverty while offering practical insights for living out a Christ-centered approach to justice and generosity. Whether you're a church leader, business professional, or passionate about justice, this episode will challenge and inspire you to think differently about your role in God's kingdom. Main Points Four Paradigms of Kingdom Economics: Explore the biblical frameworks of abundance, simplicity, justice, and renunciation and how they shape our approach to wealth and poverty. Vocational Calling and Purpose: Discover how personal gifts and career choices can align with God's greater kingdom vision. Justice and Dignity for the Poor: Learn how addressing poverty goes beyond charity to restoring dignity and creating opportunities for the marginalized. Unity in Diversity Within the Body of Christ: Understand the vital interdependence of different roles—givers, managers, transformers, and servants—in advancing God's kingdom. Redefining Prosperity in the Kingdom: Shift your perspective on success and abundance, focusing on benefiting others and glorifying God through every resource you steward. If this episode inspired you, we'd love for you to subscribe to the Lausanne Movement Podcast, leave a review, and share it with your network. Visit lausanne.org for more resources on engaging in global mission and kingdom impact. Links & Resources Matheus Ortega's Book: Economia do Reino (Kingdom Economy) (currently in Portuguese, with translations underway) - https://www.economiadoreino.com/ Additional Inspiration: Explore William Colgate's legacy of generosity and William Wilberforce's work for justice. Guest Bio: Matheus Ortega is an expert in international development and climate action. With a bachelor's in International Relations (PUC-SP), a master's in Development and Humanitarian Emergencies (LSE), and a specialization in Urban Development (Oxford), he has led transformative urban projects in Brazil, Haiti, and Namibia. Currently, he is the senior manager for climate action at C40 Cities' UrbanShift team, and he supports cities in advancing integrated climate strategies. Previously, he advised Salvador, Brazil, on its first Climate Action Plan and managed the UK Government's £16 million Prosperity Fund in Brazil. Matheus is also the author of Economia do Reino and Tithe. We'd love your feedback to help us to improve this podcast. Thank you!
What would it be like if we as the Church of Jesus were to put aside our differences and, instead, cherish our common faith in our amazing Savior? This was Christ's vision, His passion, His great desire. But, for some reason, we, as His Church, have greatly struggled to make this our vision, passion, and desire. William Wilberforce discovered the beauty of this spiritual unity in his work with the Clapham community back in the early 19th century. And the unity they shared sponsored one of the greatest and most transformative works of grace in the past two thousand years.
Abraham Kuyper's Sphere Sovereignty with Vincent BacoteIn this episode of the Trinity Forum Conversations podcast, host Brian Daskam and guest Dr. Vincent Bacote explore Dutch theologian Abraham Kuyper's contributions to Reformed theology, with particular emphasis on his concept of sphere sovereignty:“Kuyper helps us to see that we can be Christian in public spaces without having to turn those public spaces into churches and that we don't have to have a triumphalistic aspiration in order to be faithful in those spaces.” - Dr. Vincent Bacote Kuyper believed that different domains of life, such as church, government, education, and family, each have their own integrity and should operate independently within their God-given roles. As Dr. Bacote argues, Kuyper's ideas can help modern Christians engage more faithfully and imaginatively in public life without succumbing to triumphalism or tribalism. They also address Kuyper's controversial views on race and how to critically appreciate his positive contributions despite his flaws.This podcast is an edited version of a conversation recorded in fall of 2024. Learn more about Vincent Bacote.00:00 Introducing Dr. Vincent Bacote, professor and Trinity Forum Senior Fellow00:57 Who is Abraham Kuyper?01:54 Understanding Kuyper's Concept of Sphere Sovereignty04:33 Sphere Sovereignty in Practice14:35 Kuyper's Views on Race21:36 Applying Kuyper's Ideas Today32:10 Vince's Thoughts on Christians Shaping CultureAuthors and books mentioned in the conversation:The Spirit in Public Theology, Appropriating the Legacy of Abraham Kuyper, by Vincent BacoteContours of the Kuyperian tradition, by Craig BartholomewRelated Trinity Forum Readings:Sphere SovereigntyWrestling with God, Simone WeilChildren of Light and Children of Darkness, by Reinhold NiebuhrPolitics, Morality, and Civility, by Vaclav HavelThe Origins of Totalitarianism, by Hannah ArendtThe Federalist PapersA Practical View of Real Christianity, by William Wilberforce,Who Stands Fast? by Dietrich BonhoefferRelated Conversations:Hope Beyond Tribalism with James MumfordFaith, Fear & Conspiracy with David FrenchThe Fall, the Founding and the Future of American DemocracyHow to Be a Patriotic ChristianExtremism and the Path Back to Peace with Elizabeth NeumannDemocracy & Solidarity with James Davison Hunter and David BrooksTo listen to this or any of our episodes in full, visit ttf.org/podcast and to help make content like this possible, join the Trinity Forum SocietySpecial thanks to Ned Bustard for our podcast artwork.
The Christian life is intended to get stronger and stronger and stronger with time. Unfortunately, this hasn't been the experience of many believers in the modern era. But that isn't because it isn't God's pattern, it's because often modern Christians are lacking the key ingredient of persistence in their walk. They give up at the first sign of challenge—they give up when they reach the first obstacle. Ancient Christianity is built on the premise that when you are knocked down you get up, and you keep getting up after every single knock down until finally you breakthrough and knock out your opponent. William Wilberforce is an amazing picture of this indomitable perseverance.
Democracy & Solidarity with James Davison Hunter and David BrooksOne of the biggest questions in the Christian life is what it means to love one's neighbor, both in the personal and the public spheres. While these questions have always been challenging and contested, they seem to have grown increasingly divisive and demoralizing.So how do we begin to restore and reweave solidarity and a love for neighbor into our civic fabric?Today's episode features our recent evening conversation with sociologist and author James Davision Hunter and cultural critic and author David Brooks. Together they help us explore the cultural roots of America's crisis of solidarity, and what it may mean to move together towards a renewed commitment to the common good.“Until we understand the depth that the enemy is in fact not the other side, but in fact the enemy is the nihilism that insinuates itself within almost all of our public institutions, and not least our political institutions, we're really not taking the full measure of the crisis in front of us.” - James Davison HunterWe hope this conversation helps you consider how you're engaging in relationships, and how the smallest acts of seeing another person and listening to their story can help begin to restore our social fabric and establish new cultural norms.This podcast is an edited version of an online conversation recorded in September of 2024. Watch the full video of the conversation here, and learn more about James Davison Hunter and David Brooks.Authors and books mentioned in the conversation:Culture Wars by James Davison HunterThe Death of Character by James Davison HunterScience and the Good by James Davison HunterTo Change the World by James Davison HunterDemocracy and Solidarity by James Davison HunterThe Social Animal by David BrooksThe Road to Character by David BrooksThe Second Mountain by David BrooksHow to Know a Person by David BrooksGeorge MarsdenAristotleThe Public Philosophy, by Walter LippmanArthur SchlesingerJohn BowlbyParker PalmerDavid HumeEdmund BurkeEddie HillisonSimone WeilMother TheresaAmerican Politics: The Promise of Disharmony, by Sam HuntingtonClarence ThomasThe Upswing, by Robert PutnamHoward UsockNicholas EpleyThe Communist ManifestoRelated Trinity Forum Readings:Wrestling with God, Simone WeilChildren of Light and Children of Darkness, by Reinhold NiebuhrPolitics, Morality, and Civility, by Vaclav HavelThe Origins of Totalitarianism, by Hannah ArendtThe Federalist PapersA Practical View of Real Christianity, by William Wilberforce,Who Stands Fast? by Dietrich BonhoefferRelated Conversations:Hope Beyond Tribalism with James MumfordFaith, Fear & Conspiracy with David FrenchThe Fall, the Founding and the Future of American DemocracyHow to Be a Patriotic ChristianExtremism and the Path Back to Peace with Elizabeth NeumannTo listen to this or any of our episodes in full, visit ttf.org/podcast and to help make content like this possible, join the Trinity Forum SocietySpecial thanks to Ned Bustard for our podcast artwork.
Adam Cooper All the Saints Adore Thee: Week 2, William Wilberforce Psalm 146, Genesis 28:16, Mark 10:22 website: jacobswell.church facebook: jacobswellkc twitter: @jacobswell
Kevin Belmonte joins Wayne Shepherd to give a glimpse into the life and faith of eighteenth century best selling author, educationalist, and abolitionist, Hannah More. (Click for more)We welcome biographer Kevin Belmonte back to FIRST PERSON this week with another lesson from the life of a great Christian from the past. His new book on the life of Hannah More, The Sacred Flame, is being released this next week.In addition to her credentials listed above, Hannah More was a Christian philanthropist and reformer and a cherished colleague of William Wilberforce. Kevin Belmonte has been on FIRST PERSON several times, most recently with his notes on D.L. Moody and Christmas. That interview can be heard here. NEXT WEEK: Mike Joens, Creator of THEO for childrenSend your support for FIRST PERSON to the Far East Broadcasting Company:FEBC National Processing Center Far East Broadcasting CompanyP.O. Box 6020 Albert Lea, MN 56007Please mention FIRST PERSON when you give. Thank you!
What does it take to lead with resilience, integrity, and purpose? In this special mashup of Leadership is Changing, host Denis Gianoutsos revisits standout moments with Ian Clough and Simon O'Connor. Ian reflects on balancing his family legacy with a leadership style, while Simon shares insights from his journey through seminary, public service, and politics. Together, they explore the power of mentorship, authenticity, and values-driven leadership.Expect real stories, actionable wisdom, and a fresh perspective on staying true to yourself as a leader. Listen in to be inspired by their timeless lessons. EP201: Ian Clough: Crafting Leadership & LegacyBalancing Heritage with Self-Discovery: Ian shares his path from family expectations in Papua New Guinea to establishing his leadership style in AustraliaMentorship's Impact: Reflecting on mentors who provided guidance and pushed him to excel, Ian reveals the key role mentorship plays in growthService-Driven Leadership: Ian emphasizes business as a vehicle for community impact and social responsibility through his work at the Brian Bell GroupFacing Challenges with Grit: Ian discusses how resilience and adaptability have helped him lead effectively across diverse settingsEP206: Simon O'Connor: From Seminary to Political LeadershipAn Unconventional Path: Simon recounts his transition from training as a priest to public service and politics roles, emphasizing his desire to serveValues-Driven Leadership: Highlighting the importance of a clear personal ‘why,' Simon explains how core beliefs anchor his leadership decisionsEmpathy & Integrity: Simon discusses how his background in negotiation taught him the power of empathy and ethical leadershipInspired by History: Drawing motivation from figures like William Wilberforce, Simon underlines the importance of perseverance and commitment to meaningful causesKey Quotes:"Your brand is built on credibility and authenticity—maintain it with integrity." — Ian Clough"Understanding your 'why' gives you clarity in difficult times, helping you stay true to your vision and purpose." — Simon O'ConnorThe 10 Proven Ways to Lead and Thrive in Today's World Executive Guide Featuring 10 Key Themes and 42 Strategic Insights from Worldwide Leaders https://crm.leadingchangepartners.com/10-ways-to-lead Connect with Denis:Email: denis@leadingchangepartners.comWebsite: www.LeadingChangePartners.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denisgianoutsos LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/denisgianoutsos/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leadershipischanging/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@DenisGianoutsos
William Wilberforce is one of those rare men in history that lived life as God intended life to be lived. He boldly acted on behalf of Truth—risking his life, forsaking his comforts, and letting go of his reputation—and, therefore, altered the course of world-history. Many men of antiquity can clearly be deemed culpable for the downward trajectory of nations, but few men in history can actually be pinpointed to have turned their entire culture in the direction of God. William Wilberforce is one of them. Because of Wilberforce, the wicked practice of slavery was completely abolished in England in 1833. This massive work of 48 years can all be traced back to a day in 1785 when William Wilberforce awakened. May the same soul awakening happen within all of us. ReplyReply allForwardAdd reaction
Die kerk geskiedenis is ryk aan uitstaande geloofshelde wat nie net onverskrokke in God se roeping en woord geglo het nie, maar presidente en konings getrotseer het, en selfs regeringsbesluite help verander het. Dink aan William Wilberforce, Hans Hauge, David Livingstone, Moeder Sabrina en onlangse figure soos Reinhardt Bonke en Billy Graham. Die teendeel is ongelukkig ook waar, Christene is 'n reuse groot getal mense regoor die aarde, en die meeste wandel nie in die gesag en outoriteit wat die Here vir ons in Christus beskikbaar gestel het nie. Hierdie boodskap volg op die vorige twee boodskappe, want iemand wie se innerlike wêreld gesond is, en hom of haarself oefen in godsaligheid in die geestelike formering gimnasium sal wandel in die gesag wat God vir elkeen bestem het, volgens ons onderskeie roepings. Veral in 'n tyd soos hierdie is dit soveel te meer belangrik dat ons in Sy gesag sal lewe en wandel. Preeknotas:
Extremism and the Path Back to Peace with Elizabeth NeumannThe appropriation of Christian images and language by extremists who advocate violence has become a shocking feature of our time. Surveys show alarming numbers of people who self-identify as religious expressing openness to political violence. Against such a distortion of Christian witness, how can we faithfully live out our calling to be people of peace?Today's episode features our recent conversation with national security expert Elizabeth Neumann, who offers insight and a sobering perspective on how radicalization has taken root among us and what we can do:“Find ways to check your in-group assumptions about their narratives. Particularly when the narratives involve others.” - Elizabeth NeumannAs we approach a national election, we hope this conversation helps you thoughtfully evaluate your own assumptions, and strengthens you to serve as a non-anxious presence within your broader community.This podcast is an edited version of an online conversation recorded in October of 2024. Watch the full video of the conversation here, and learn more about Elizabeth Neumann.Authors and books mentioned in the conversation:Kingdom of Rage: the Rise of Christian Extremism and the Path Back to Peace, by Elizabeth NeumannRelated Trinity Forum Readings:Children of Light and Children of Darkness, by Reinhold NiebuhrPolitics, Morality, and Civility, by Vaclav HavelThe Origins of Totalitarianism, by Hannah ArendtThe Federalist PapersA Practical View of Real Christianity, by William Wilberforce,Who Stands Fast? by Dietrich Bonhoeffer.Related Conversations:Hope Beyond Tribalism with James MumfordFaith, Fear & Conspiracy with David FrenchThe Fall, the Founding and the Future of American DemocracyHow to Be a Patriotic ChristianTo listen to this or any of our episodes in full, visit ttf.org/podcast and to help make content like this possible, join the Trinity Forum Society
In this sermon by Chris Romig, the focus is on Reformation Sunday, commemorating Martin Luther's decisive act on October 31, 1517, when he nailed his 95 Theses to the church door in Wittenberg, challenging the medieval church's practices. Romig highlights the enduring relevance of Luther's courage, drawing a direct line to contemporary Christian responsibility. Romig invokes the memory of Dietrich Bonhoeffer, whose sermon in 1932 called the complacent church to action against the rising tide of antisemitism and Nazi ideology in Germany. Despite immense risks, only a minority of 3,000 pastors out of 18,000 joined the Confessing Church in resisting Hitler's regime. This historical context serves as a somber reminder of the cost of standing for truth and righteousness. The sermon emphasizes the biblical call for Christians to be "salt and light," based on Jesus' teachings in the Sermon on the Mount. Romig underscores the necessity of Christians engaging in societal and political arenas, notably through the act of voting and addressing morally complex issues such as abortion, always grounded in biblical principles. Through poignant testimonies, such as Leana Rebolledo's decision to choose life for her child under harrowing circumstances, Romig illustrates the transformative power of God's grace. These stories call Christians to balance personal freedoms with moral obligations, advocating for the voiceless and standing firm in the truth. Romig also references historical figures like William Wilberforce to stress the importance of speaking out against injustice. The sermon concludes with a solemn prayer for wisdom and strength, urging believers to faithfully bear God's light and truth in a challenging world. Romig's message is a powerful call to honor the legacy of the Reformation by engaging courageously and faithfully in the moral battles of our time.
What do you know about white history? In this special episode of Over the Top, Under the Radar, Carys and Gary discuss the Slave Compensation Act of 1837, William Wilberforce, Viola Liuzzo, and Henry VIII. Plus: Are beige cords appropriate red carpet attire, and how many Tudor dramas are too many Tudor dramas?Support us on PATREON - to get bonus episodes, a weekly newsletter and become a part of our members-only WhatsApp community, plus many other extra features.Email us at info@overunderpod.comSign up to the newsletter at www.overunderpod.comFollow us on all socials @over_under_pod_Produced & Edited by Sarah MylesExecutive Producer - Andrew SpenceVisuals by J10XJJ Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode, we welcome Eric Metaxas back to the show. He is a #1 NYT bestselling author, speaker, and conservative radio host. He has written biographies of Christian giants like William Wilberforce, Martin Luther, and Dietrich Bonhoeffer, and must-reads like Is Atheism Dead?, Letter to the American Church, and his newest book Religionless Christianity: God's Answer to Evil. In this interview, we discuss why he feels that America is in her third existential crisis, how our current moment correlates to what we saw with the rise of the Nazi party in the 1930s in Germany, what would have happened had more pastors risen up to defy Adolf Hitler, why Bonhoeffer talked about “Religionless Christianity”, the problem with pastors never finding a hill worth dying on, how we will all eventually have to decide if we are going to “burn the boats”, how the “seeker sensitive” church movement has weakened the church overall in America, the next book he is currently working on that does not have an explicitly Christian angle, and much more. Let's get into it… Episode notes and links HERE. Donate to support our mission of equipping men to push back darkness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
John Newton, a man who earned the nickname "The Great Blasphemer," was a notorious figure in his early years, known for his rebellious life on the seas and involvement in the slave trade. Born in 1725 to a devout Christian mother and an unbelieving sea captain father, Newton's early life was filled with the tension between his mother's faith and the harsh realities of his father's world. After his mother died when he was just seven, Newton's life took a dark turn. By the time he was in his teens, he had fully embraced a life of profanity and rebellion, even as God providentially spared him from the worst of the sailors' vices. But Newton's journey toward faith was as tumultuous as the seas he sailed. He faced life-threatening storms, near-starvation, and time as a slave to African slaves. It wasn't until a violent storm at sea that he cried out to God, beginning the long road to salvation. Though not immediately converted, Newton's life started to change as he grappled with the weight of his sin. Over time, he fully embraced Christ's grace and went on to become a beloved pastor and hymn writer. One of Newton's most enduring contributions to the Christian faith is the hymn "Amazing Grace," a personal testimony of his life transformed by God's mercy. Newton's story is not just one of personal redemption but also of a man who played a key role in ending the slave trade, mentoring young reformers like William Wilberforce. This episode will explore how God used Newton's remarkable transformation to bring glory to Himself and inspire generations with the power of grace. Scripture Reading: 1 Chronicles 17
John Newton, a man who earned the nickname "The Great Blasphemer," was a notorious figure in his early years, known for his rebellious life on the seas and involvement in the slave trade. Born in 1725 to a devout Christian mother and an unbelieving sea captain father, Newton's early life was filled with the tension between his mother's faith and the harsh realities of his father's world. After his mother died when he was just seven, Newton's life took a dark turn. By the time he was in his teens, he had fully embraced a life of profanity and rebellion, even as God providentially spared him from the worst of the sailors' vices. But Newton's journey toward faith was as tumultuous as the seas he sailed. He faced life-threatening storms, near-starvation, and time as a slave to African slaves. It wasn't until a violent storm at sea that he cried out to God, beginning the long road to salvation. Though not immediately converted, Newton's life started to change as he grappled with the weight of his sin. Over time, he fully embraced Christ's grace and went on to become a beloved pastor and hymn writer. One of Newton's most enduring contributions to the Christian faith is the hymn "Amazing Grace," a personal testimony of his life transformed by God's mercy. Newton's story is not just one of personal redemption but also of a man who played a key role in ending the slave trade, mentoring young reformers like William Wilberforce. This episode will explore how God used Newton's remarkable transformation to bring glory to Himself and inspire generations with the power of grace. Scripture Reading: 1 Chronicles 17
Daniel Gilman is a PhD candidate at the University of Cambridge in the Faculty of History, focusing on how public speaking helped end the slave trade. He serves as a legislative advisor to the Inter Parliamentary Task Force on human trafficking, collaborating with global politicians to end human trafficking and combat sexual abuse. He and his wife, Alexandra, aim to make the church safer from predators. Follow his research and advocacy on X at @DanielGilmanHQ.Episode Summary:Rebecca speaks with Daniel Gilman about his remarkable journey of faith, his current research, and the historical impact of Christian figures like William Wilberforce on social justice. They delve into Gilman's work on public speaking's role in abolishing the slave trade and his ongoing efforts to combat human trafficking. Their conversation spans personal anecdotes, historical insights, and theological reflections.Rebecca and Daniel jointly explore how authentic Christian faith can be distinguished from its cultural misappropriations, using the life and work of William Wilberforce as a central example. The episode underscores how Wilberforce's evangelical conversion led him to spearhead the movement against the British slave trade despite substantial opposition.Key Takeaways:Daniel Gilman's background as a Jewish believer and his personal faith journey influenced his academic and professional pursuits.The critical role of public speaking and advocacy in William Wilberforce's campaign against the British slave trade.Importance of authentic Christian witness in historical and contemporary social justice movements.The transformative effect of the Great Awakening on British society, paving the way for Wilberforce's legislative success.Analysis of historical and modern perspectives on Christianity's relationship with social justice issues like slavery and human trafficking.Notable Quotes:Daniel Gilman: "If Jesus is true, if the Bible can be trusted, you can cross-examine it and you don't need to be afraid."Rebecca McLaughlin: "If we let go of Jesus in those circumstances, we're not left with a more just, more loving, less sin-infested world. We're left with nothing, essentially."Daniel Gilman: "Wilberforce chose to stay and introduced legislation to end the slave trade, year after year, experiencing defeat after defeat, but finally succeeded after 18 years."Daniel Gilman: "He wasn't trying to project a superhero version of himself. He was able to be honest with his friends and that created such a meaningful sense of intimacy."Sign up for weekly emails at RebeccaMcLaughlin.org/SubscribeFollow Confronting Christianity:Instagram | XPurchase Rebecca's Books:Confronting Christianity: 12 Hard Questions for the World's Largest ReligionDoes the Bible Affirm Same-Sex Relationships?: Examining 10 Claims about Scripture and Sexuality10 Questions Every Teen Should Ask (and Answer) about ChristianityJesus though the Eyes of Women: How the First Female Disciples Help Us Know and Love the LordNo Greater Love: A Biblical Vision for FriendshipConfronting Jesus: 9 Encounters with the Hero of the GospelsAmazon affiliate links are used where appropriate. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases, thank you for supporting!Produced by The Good Podcast Co.
In episode 72 of the Wonder World podcast, Pam and Olivia guide us through the fun and quirky celebrations for the third week of August, including National Bacon Lovers Day and National Tooth Fairy Day. They share fascinating historical tidbits, such as the theft of the Mona Lisa and the first sighting of the Loch Ness Monster, and introduce the word of the week, "jolt."The episode also features a trivia question about William Wilberforce, some listener-submitted jokes, and a reading of the poem "An August Midnight" by Thomas Hardy. Tune in for an enjoyable mix of history, humor, and learning!Links and ResourcesThe Wonder Kids Club - bonus audio and printables for each showSupport the show with a one-time donation.Wonder World Podcast Monday, August 21, 2023The TeamHost: Pam BarnhillHost: Olivia BarnhillResearch and Writing: Betsy CypressProduction: Thomas BarnhillGraphics: Katy WallaceOperations: Meg Angelino
QUOTES FOR REFLECTION“My grand objection to the religious system still held by many who declare themselves orthodox Churchmen. . . is, that it tends to render Christianity so much a system of prohibitions rather than of privilege and hopes, and thus the injunction to rejoice, so strongly enforced in the New Testament, is practically neglected, and Religion is made to wear a forbidding and gloomy air and not one of peace and hope and joy.”~William Wilberforce (1759-1833), social reformer credited with the abolition of slavery in the British Empire “I suddenly saw that someone could use all the language of…Christianity, and yet the center was fundamentally the self…. And God is auxiliary to that…. I also saw that quite a lot of…Christianity can easily slip, can become centered in me…, and not in the glory of God"~Lesslie Newbigin (1909-1998), British theologian “Whenever you…argue within yourself how God is to be found—a God that justifies and accepts sinners: then know that there is no other God beside this man Christ Jesus…. [W]hen any of us shall have to wrestle with the law, sin, and death, and all other evils, we must look upon no other God, but only this God incarnate and clothed with man's nature.”~Martin Luther (1483-1546) in his Galatians Commentary “…at the center of all religions is the idea of Karma…. It's clear to me it's at the very heart of the universe…. And yet along comes this thing called Grace…. Grace defies logic. Love interrupts…the consequences of your actions. ….I'm holding out for Grace. I'm holding out that Jesus took my sin onto the Cross….”~Bono of U2 fame “Thesis 26: The law says, ‘do this,' and it is never done. Grace says, ‘believe in this,' and everything is already done.”~Marin Luther in his Heidelberg Disputation (1518) “To see the law by Christ fulfilled, and hear His pardoning voice,Changes a slave into a child, and duty into choice.”~William Cowper (1731-1800), famed English poet in his “Love Constrained Obedience”SERMON PASSAGEGalatians 3:23-4:7 (ESV)Galatians 3 23 Now before faith came, we were held captive under the law, imprisoned until the coming faith would be revealed. 24 So then, the law was our guardian until Christ came, in order that we might be justified by faith. 25 But now that faith has come, we are no longer under a guardian, 26 for in Christ Jesus you are all sons of God, through faith. 27 For as many of you as were baptized into Christ have put on Christ. 28 There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free, there is no male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus. 29 And if you are Christ's, then you are Abraham's offspring, heirs according to promise.Galatians 4 1 I mean that the heir, as long as he is a child, is no different from a slave, though he is the owner of everything, 2 but he is under guardians and managers until the date set by his father. 3 In the same way we also, when we were children, were enslaved to the elementary principles of the world. 4 But when the fullness of time had come, God sent forth his Son, born of woman, born under the law, 5 to redeem those who were under the law, so that we might receive adoption as sons. 6 And because you are sons, God has sent the Spirit of his Son into our hearts, crying, “Abba! Father!” 7 So you are no longer a slave, but a son, and if a son, then an heir through God.
We are excited to be back from our summer break! And with our return comes a short speech by William Wilberforce to get us back in the swing of things! Big thanks to Nick Garland for reading today's message! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/revived-thoughts6762/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Evening Prayer for Tuesday, July 30, 2024 (Proper 12; William Wilberforce, Renewer of Society, 1833). Psalm and Scripture readings (60-day Psalter): Psalms 79, 82 Nehemiah 9:1-15, 26-38 John 5:25-47 Click here to access the text for the Daily Office at DailyOffice2019.com. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dailyofficepodcast/support
Morning Prayer for Tuesday, July 30, 2024 (Proper 12; William Wilberforce, Renewer of Society, 1833). Psalm and Scripture readings (60-day Psalter): Psalms 75-76 1 Samuel 19 2 Corinthians 12:14-13:14 Click here to access the text for the Daily Office at DailyOffice2019.com. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dailyofficepodcast/support
This week, Pastor Becky Tirabassi looks at William Wilberforce—a parliamentarian attributed with abolishing slavery in England in the 19th century, from the viewpoint of two of his biographers. Their words—and his—will surely inspire YOU to change your sphere of influence. Whether you are intrigued by the 8 Traits of Wilberforce's genuine faith or how the Word of God was his guide in all decisions, be sure to share his story and book, Real Christianity—with others—young and old. To receive a free daily encouragement email as you read through the Bible in a year with Becky, follow Becky daily @BeckyTirabassi on Instagram or Facebook visit HERE. To email Becky: Media@beckytirabassi.com
“Sometimes we overthink what this needs to look like, in the same way William Wilberforce very nearly abandoned a strategic and influential political position because he'd elevated the dignity of vocational ministry above any other job. But can you not bear witness while you serve in Congress? Can you not bear witness as a cafe barista? Shouldn't you though, wherever you are? Surely there are gardens to plant in Babylon.” Listen to the audio recording of "Planting Gardens in Babylon" by Stephanie Quick now.#maranatha#becauseJesus
Father Paul tells the story of an English parliamentarian who was called by God to abolish the slave trade.
Choosing the Hard Way Today's passage is so beautiful as in just one verse Jesus summarizes the intent of all 613 O.T. commands, getting to the very heart of how faith and love for God is to be lived out. It is well called the Golden Rule. Matthew 7:12-14 The first reason believers practice the golden rule is to fight our sin nature. The second reason believers practice the golden rule is to be used of God to meet needs. The Golden Rule that sums up Old Testament Law - V. 12 Practicing the golden rule is not just basic good treatment of others, it incorporates the “going the extra mile” and “loving your enemies” language Jesus already gave in this sermon. The golden rule is all about the flourishing of your relationships with the Lord and other humans. “You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. This is the great and first commandment. And a second is like it: You shall love your neighbor as yourself. On these two commandments depend all the Law and the Prophets.” - Matt. 22:37-40 A person who loves and fears God will be characterized by: Obeying the Golden Rule Loving God with all their heart and loving their neighbor as themselves For Christ is the end of the law for righteousness to everyone who believes. - Romans 10:4 Love does no wrong to a neighbor; therefore love is the fulfilling of the law. - Romans 13:10 For the whole law is fulfilled in one word: “You shall love your neighbor as yourself.” - Galatians 5:14 Now we know that the law is good, if one uses it lawfully. - 1 Tim. 1:8 Where should our commitment to do unto others begin? With the right to life. In the O.T. we see God sometimes regulate what He didn't condone, things like divorce and slavery, to keep people from being taken advantage of. That all stems from Genesis 1, where we learn that ALL people are created in the image and likeness of God, all with inherent value! William Wilberforce understood that slavery was a moral evil and needed to end. He did three things at once. He helped those affected by slavery. He educated the empire about the moral evil of slavery. He got law after law passed year after year that cut slavery back until it was ended. Another clear moral wrong addressed in the Bible is abortion. The Bible makes clear that life begins at conception and we are not to kill innocent life. Doing unto others begins with promoting the cause of life. A nation that kills its babies won't have a good record with do unto others. The rise of selfishness and disrespect and violence toward others in our nation starts with the cheapened value of human life. Choosing to follow the Jesus Way - V. 13-14 Jesus knew that the things He has commanded in this Sermon on the Mount would raise in every person hearing it a negative reaction before there would be a positive response by faith. When we come to verses 21-23, Jesus will let us know that those who reject doing what He teaches are simply not among those who are truly Christians. Ultimately the person who rejects Jesus' teaching is really rejecting Jesus Himself. There is way that seems right to a man, but its end is the way of death. - Proverbs 14:12 Aren't you glad Jesus calls believers to be His followers, not merely His fans? Jesus would rather have the few totally committed to Him and His Way then multitudes who are merely interested. Jesus said to Him, I Am THE Way, and THE Truth, and THE Life. No one comes to the Father except through Me! - John 14:6 But this I confess to you, that according to the Way, which they call a sect, I worship the God of our Fathers, believing everything laid down by the Law and written in the Prophets. - Acts 24:14
Tras su conversión a Cristo, William Wilberforce centró sus esfuerzos en la abolición de la esclavitud. En este episodio de 5 Minutos en la Historia de la Iglesia, Stephen Nichols nos ofrece una visión general de la extraordinaria vida de Wilberforce. Lee la transcripción: https://es.ligonier.org/podcasts/5-minutos-en-la-historia-de-la-iglesia-con-stephen-nichols/wilberforce Una iniciativa de Ministerios Ligonier apoyada por donantes. Haz tu donativo: https://gift.ligonier.org/1119/spanish-outreach
If you've ever wondered what the best way might be to share your faith and defend it in the modern world, it might help to look at past examples. In the Bible, the husband-and-wife team of Priscilla and Aquila shared Christ with Apollos, who would become a famous early evangelist. In colonial England, the abolitionist William Wilberforce shamed his own government into freeing slaves. Jude 1:3 says, “Dear friends, I had been eagerly planning to write to you about the salvation we all share. But now I find that I must write about something else, urging you to defend the faith that God has entrusted once for all time to his holy people.” Today more than ever, it's truly important that Christians prepare to defend our faith. The world is hurting and dying. People the world over desperately need the love of Christ, and they will have questions. They might wonder about the divinity of Jesus, or ask you specifically how to be saved. You should be ready to answer, and do so with a heart full of love and compassion. And don't be afraid to be bold! Let's pray. Lord, give us a spirit of courage in this chaotic world. Help us to love as you love. In Jesus' name, amen. Change your shirt, and you can change the world! Save 15% Off your entire purchase of faith-based apparel + gifts at Kerusso.com with code KDD15.
FAITH IS… with Pastor Rick Stevens – William Wilberforce changed the world. Or perhaps we should think of it as God raised William Wilberforce to change the world. What's he calling you to accomplish? If God is calling, the question is never, “Can I?” The question is always, “Will I?” Pentecost reminds us that God gives us the power to accomplish his purposes...
It's Monday, May 13th, A.D. 2024. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard at www.TheWorldview.com. I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Adam McManus Imprisoned Chinese leaders face serious illnesses Since two leaders of the Ganquan Church in Hefei, Anhui Province in China were arrested last fall, their wives and members of their church family have pleaded for their release. Those pleas have grown more urgent after the two leaders developed serious health problems while in prison, reports International Christian Concern. In November 2023, Communist authorities detained Pastor Zhou Songlin, Elder Ding Zhongfu, and 14 other members of the house church. Pastor Zhou and Elder Ding are the only church members who remain in prison. Pastor Zhou is suffering from an unspecified “serious illness” that his doctors say cannot be properly treated while he is incarcerated. And Elder Ding is experiencing high blood pressure, chest pain, dizziness, and insomnia. The Ganquan Church is an underground church that refuses to come under the state-controlled Three-Self Patriotic Movement which is China's only legal church. As a result, Ganquan is considered illegal and cannot purchase property. That's why Pastor Zhou and Elder Ding used church funds to purchase two properties in their own names to secure property for worship and other church activities. Biden gets pushback over claim “We leave no one behind.” President Joe Biden faced a wave of pushback from GOP lawmakers in response to a post on the @POTUS X account that said, "On my watch, when we make promises, we keep them. And we leave no one behind." Blaze.com reports that multiple Republicans challenged the president's claim. Rep. Lisa McClain of Michigan tweeted, "Afghanistan. Israel. Haiti. All Joe Biden does is leave Americans behind," And Rep. Derrick Van Orden of Wisconsin tweeted, "This would be hilarious if it was not tragic. Biden has abandoned Americans around the world and wants you to forget about them. I never will. Remember in November." Stephanie Clifford took stand in Trump's “hush money” trial Last Tuesday, Stormy Daniels, a disreputable actress whose real name is Stephanie Clifford, took the stand in the so-called “hush money” trial of former President Donald Trump, reports The Epoch Times. She claimed that she had a tryst with Trump in 2006 at which time he had been married to his third wife, Melania, since January 22, 2005. NBC News noted that Clifford, who was 27 at the time, boosted her credibility by describing the flooring of the hotel suite. Trump has categorically denied the encounter ever took place. Prosecutors say that President Trump's former lawyer, Michael Cohen, paid $130,000 to Clifford during the 2016 campaign in a bid to buy her silence about the alleged affair. At issue is the nature of the payments. They have argued that the payments should have been marked as campaign-related expenses since her silence helped assure his election. The former president has pleaded not guilty to 34 counts of falsifying business records in the case. He has argued that the trial is merely an attempt to keep him off the 2024 campaign trail. In Clifford's testimony, she recalled that the former president told her in the hotel room that she “should go on his television show,” referring to the “Celebrity Apprentice” program that he hosted and starred in. She claimed she asked him. “What if I lose on the first episode?” She also made claims about visiting Trump to break the Seventh Commandment at his hotel in Lake Tahoe, California, during a golf tournament. Exodus 20:17 says, “You shall not commit adultery.” Top 10 most dangerous states While the violent crime rate in America fell for two years in a row after an increase in 2020, property crime – which covers infractions such as vehicle theft and burglary – appeared to increase in 2022 for the first time in two decades. Here is a list of the top 10 most dangerous states, reports U.S. News & World Report in order from the most dangerous at number 1. The top 10 most dangerous states include New Mexico, Louisiana, Colorado, Arkansas, Washington, Tennessee, Alaska, Oregon, California, and Missouri. 16-year-old anti-Israel protestor arrested for vandalizing NYC statues An anti-Israel, pro-Hamas teen protester, accused of shamefully vandalizing a hallowed World War 1 memorial in Central Park, New York last Monday, was ratted out by his own father for his despicable actions, reports the New York Post. The 16-year-old suspect, who was videotaped and photographed spray painting graffiti including the words “GAZA” and “Free Palestine,” got a buzz cut and wore a keffiyeh scarf on his head for court to hide his identity. He was arraigned on felony criminal mischief and misdemeanor graffiti charges. Not only was he identified defacing the World War 1 memorial dedicated to Manhattan's 107th Infantry Regiment, but also a statue of Civil War Union General William Tecumseh Sherman as well. Police went to the boy's home — and spent hours negotiating with his parents. The parents finally agreed to walk the teen the two blocks to the 121st Precinct station house, where he was arrested. Missionary William Carey published influential evangelism book And finally, we celebrated an important milestone in Christian history just yesterday. On May 12th, 1792, William Carey, the Father of Modern Missions, published his highly influential book on the importance of evangelism. The title is anything but pithy. Ready? Carey's book is entitled, An Enquiry into the Obligations of Christians, to use means for the Conversion of the Heathens in which the Religious State of the Different Nations of the World, the Success of Former Undertakings, and the practicability of Further Undertakings, are Considered. Despite that long title, the passionate content of his book led to the founding of the English Baptist Missionary Society. A Baptist from 1783, Carey served for several years as a pastor in Moulton, Northamptonshire, where he also taught school and continued his trade as a shoemaker. In 1789, he transferred to the Baptist church at Leicester. Then, in 1793, Carey and John Thomas, a doctor, went to Calcutta, India. Carey became a lifelong missionary to India. In fact, he has been called the “father of Bengali prose” for his grammars, dictionaries, and translations. William Wilberforce, the English abolitionist, described the English Baptist Missionary Society as “one of the chief glories” of the British nation. In Romans 10:14, the Apostle Paul asked, “How, then, can they call on the One they have not believed in? And how can they believe in the One of whom they have not heard? And how can they hear without someone preaching to them?” Close And that's The Worldview on this Monday, May 13th in the year of our Lord 2024. Subscribe by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com. Or get the Generations app through Google Play or The App Store. I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.
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