This episode of Conversations with Christians Engaged is part of our Stories from America series, featuring believers making a real impact in culture. In this episode, Bunni Pounds sits down with constitutional attorney Keisha Russell of First Liberty Institute to discuss her new book on defending religious freedom.

Keisha shares her journey from teaching special education in Atlanta to becoming one of the nation’s leading defenders of religious liberty. Together, Bunni and Keisha dive deep into why the First Amendment matters for every believer, how Christians can boldly exercise their rights, and why fear should never keep us from living out our faith in public.

They explore real cases—from Coach Kennedy’s historic win at the Supreme Court to believers standing firm in schools and workplaces—and unpack the cultural misunderstandings around “separation of church and state.” Keisha reminds us that defending freedom isn’t just about courtrooms; it’s about inspiring everyday Christians to know the truth, stand firm, and proclaim the gospel without fear.

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📖 “The righteous are as bold as a lion.” (Proverbs 28:1)

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This episode of Conversations with Christians Engaged is part of our Stories from America series — highlighting believers who are living out their faith and impacting culture. Bunni Pounds sits down with Cheryl Chumley — Army veteran, former private investigator, mother of four, prolific author, and Opinion Editor at The Washington Times. Cheryl shares her remarkable journey from atheism to faith, her calling as a writer, and her conviction to speak boldly about biblical truth in today’s culture.

In this episode, you'll hear:

• ▪️ Cheryl’s journey from identifying as an atheist in the Army to boldly following Christ.
• ▪️ How her fiction series Chloe’s People helps the church better understand and reach the lost.
• ▪️ Insights from her latest nonfiction book, God Given or Bust: Defeating Marxism and Saving America with Biblical Truth.
• ▪️ The state of modern journalism and how Christians can discern truth in today’s media landscape.
• ▪️ Encouragement for believers to stand firm and engage culture with faith and wisdom.

🙌 Don’t miss this conversation full of faith, courage, and practical wisdom for Christians navigating culture today.

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Join host Ben Quine this week on Conversations with Christians Engaged as we continue our Stories from America series with Jonathan Saenz, President of Texas Values.

Jonathan shares powerful insights from his journey defending faith, family, and freedom in Texas, including key victories like the Texas Heartbeat Law and advocacy for young leaders making a real impact.

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• VOTE in local, state, and national elections
• ENGAGE in civic education and involvement for our communities

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In this powerful episode of Conversations with Christians Engaged recorded live from the National Religious Broadcasters convention, we sit down with author Joy Ng to hear the extraordinary story behind her book Even There: Love, Faith, and Danger in Wild Alaska. Joy and her husband, a decorated Coast Guard helicopter pilot, lived out their calling in some of the most remote and dangerous waters in the world—saving lives, building community, and trusting God through every peril and move.

From dramatic rescues in the Alaskan wilderness to quiet moments of discipleship over a chocolate cake, Joy shares how faith anchored her family through decades of service, sacrifice, and constant change. This heartfelt conversation reminds us of the unseen courage of military families—and the God who guides us “even there.”

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We exist to awaken, educate, and empower believers in Jesus Christ to:

• ▪️ PRAY for our nation and elected officials regularly
• ▪️ VOTE in every local, state, and national election to impact our culture
• ▪️ ENGAGE our hearts in civic education or involvement for the well-being of our local communities and our nation

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Welcome to Stories from America – Live from the National Religious Broadcasters Convention, a special Conversations with Christians Engaged podcast series featuring powerful testimonies from Christian leaders across the nation.

In this first episode, Bunni Pounds sits down with Misty Phillip—COO of Trilogy Works, founder of Spark Media, and author of the brand-new book Spark Your Influence.

From leaving a corporate career to launching a ministry platform that empowers Christian communicators, Misty’s journey is full of wisdom, humility, and boldness. Whether you’re a young mom, a seasoned leader, or in a season of transition, this conversation will encourage you to walk in your God-given calling—right where you are.

Be inspired to embrace your purpose, lead with boldness, and let God spark your influence in every area of life.

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We exist to awaken, educate, and empower believers in Jesus Christ to:

• ​PRAY for our nation and elected officials regularly
• ​VOTE in every local, state, and national election to impact our culture
• ​ENGAGE our hearts in civic education or involvement for the well-being of our local communities and our nation

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In this episode of Conversations with Christians Engaged, we feature powerful remarks from Jaco Booyens—founder of Jaco Booyens Ministries and a leading voice in the fight against sex trafficking. Speaking at the 2024 Christians Engaged Conference, Jaco delivers a prophetic and uncompromising call to the Church: it’s time to stop playing games and start engaging the battle for our families, our children, and our nation.

With boldness and deep conviction, Jaco challenges believers to move beyond comfort, cultural Christianity, and political idolatry—urging us to become lion-hearted followers of Jesus who speak truth, fight for righteousness, and live out the Gospel in the public square. From exposing generational evil to calling men and women into godly leadership, this episode is a charge to risk everything for the Kingdom of God.

Get ready to be stirred, convicted, and empowered. This is not your typical message—it’s a battle cry.

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We exist to awaken, educate, and empower believers in Jesus Christ to:

• ▪️ PRAY for our nation and elected officials regularly
• ▪️ VOTE in every local, state, and national election to impact our culture
• ▪️ ENGAGE our hearts in civic education or involvement for the well-being of our local communities and our nation

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This week on Conversations with Christians Engaged, we’re featuring a powerful message from Kyle Lance Martin, founder of Time to Revive and longtime friend of Christians Engaged. In this special episode, Kyle shares highlights from his stirring message at the 2024 Christians Engaged Conference—a heartfelt call for believers to return to the ancient paths laid out in Scripture.

Drawing from Jeremiah 6, Kyle challenges us to recognize the moral and spiritual crossroads facing our nation and to respond with repentance, discipleship, and obedience to God’s Word. With humility and boldness, he reminds us that revival starts with the Church—and that God is still calling His people to walk in the way that leads to life.

If you’ve been longing for clarity in the chaos or wondering how to stand firm in truth during uncertain times, this episode will encourage you to go deeper with Jesus and re-engage in your calling to pray, vote, and stand strong in the public square.

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We exist to awaken, educate, and empower believers in Jesus Christ to:

• ▪️ PRAY for our nation and elected officials regularly
• ▪️ VOTE in every local, state, and national election to impact our culture
• ▪️ ENGAGE our hearts in civic education or involvement for the well-being of our local communities and our nation

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What does it mean to live worthy of the calling you’ve received?

In this week’s episode of Conversations with Christians Engaged, we’re featuring a stirring message from Congressman Nathaniel Moran (TX-01) at the 2024 Christians Engaged Conference.

From humble beginnings in East Texas to the halls of Congress, Rep. Moran shares his personal testimony of finding his God-given call, surrendering to it, and faithfully walking it out—through seasons of success, sacrifice, and family trials. Anchored in Jeremiah 1:5, this message is a powerful challenge to:

• ➡️ Find your calling
• ➡️ Follow it without hesitation
• ➡️ Fulfill it with bold obedience

“Your calling may not be flashy—but it carries eternal value when lived for God’s glory.”

🎧 Watch now, and be inspired to answer the call God placed on your life.

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We exist to awaken, educate, and empower believers in Jesus Christ to:

• ▪️ PRAY for our nation and elected officials regularly
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• ▪️ ENGAGE our hearts in civic education or involvement for the well-being of our local communities and our nation

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What did the Founding Fathers really believe about God, the Bible, and the future of America?

In this special episode of Conversations with Christians Engaged, we're joined by Tim Barton of WallBuilders as he delivers a captivating and eye-opening talk from the 2024 Christians Engaged Conference.

Tim walks through powerful stories from American history—letters from John Adams, forgotten sermons that shaped the Declaration of Independence, and the two-hour prayer meeting that opened the first Continental Congress. You’ll hear how deeply faith and the Bible influenced the birth of our nation and how early leaders like George Washington, John Adams, and Benjamin Franklin recognized God’s hand in America’s founding.

Tim also breaks down recent Supreme Court victories that are turning the tide for religious freedom in our nation—including the overturning of the Lemon Test—and why now is the time for Christians to go on offense in the cultural and legal arenas.

➡️ Don’t miss these bold, truth-filled insights from one of America’s leading Christian historians—watch now and be encouraged to pray, vote, and engage with boldness.

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We exist to awaken, educate, and empower believers in Jesus Christ to:

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How does God turn worship leaders, teachers, and everyday believers into bold voices for truth in our culture? In this episode of our summer series recapping the 2024 Christians Engaged Conference, hear powerful testimonies from Anika Reeves, Jonathan Reeves, Anita Scott, Justin Bezner, and Susan Cordre—ordinary Christians who said “yes” to God’s call and stepped into extraordinary roles of civic engagement and spiritual leadership.🎤 Discover how:▪️A worship leader became a bold voice for biblical justice▪️A dad went from complaining to winning a city council seat▪️A principal lost a school board race but gained a call to policy▪️A husband and wife team sparked revival in their county▪️One woman’s yes led to hundreds finding their place in the missionThese stories prove that when believers pray, vote, and engage, communities are transformed.🔔 Subscribe for more stories that inspire Christians to live their faith in public life.📅 Join us August 8–9 for our 2025 National Conference in DFW: https://christiansengaged.orgWe exist to awaken, educate, and empower believers in Jesus Christ to:▪️ PRAY for our nation and elected officials regularly▪️ VOTE in every local, state, and national election to impact our culture ▪️ ENGAGE our hearts in civic education or involvement for the well-being of our local communities and our nation🔹 Learn more about Christians Engaged: christiansengaged.org🔹 Support our mission: christiansengaged.org/donate🔹 Take the Pledge to PRAY, VOTE, & ENGAGE: christiansengaged.org/pledge