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Real growth doesn’t come easy. Dr. Tony Evans explains how God’s grace strengthens us in thorny seasons and describes the benefits waiting for us when we learn to depend on His power instead of our own.
Culture doesn’t drift toward truth by accident. It’s shaped by whoever shows up with conviction, skill, and staying power and that’s exactly why we’re talking about faith beyond church walls. We dig into what it means to live as “biblical citizens” who bring the gospel into every calling, from politics and education to media, medicine, and the fine arts. If you’ve ever wondered whether your work really matters to God, this conversation makes the case that your profession can be a mission field when you practice excellence and refuse to compartmentalize your beliefs.
Elizabeth Carlisle joins us to share her new book, “Americans Who Pray: Uniting a Nation in Faith and Freedom,” a collection that blends her own prayers with prayers from 80 inspiring Americans. We talk about the power of prayer in American history, why George Washington’s dependence on God still speaks to the moment we’re in, and how humility changes leadership. Elizabeth also describes the story behind First Freedom Art and the legacy of Arnold Freeberg, the artist behind “The Prayer at Valley Forge,” now seen by hundreds of thousands at the Museum of the Bible.
We also tackle the “Seven Mountains of influence” idea in a grounded way: don’t get stuck on labels, just engage every sphere of culture instead of surrendering institutions by default. Along the way, we point you to practical resources, including historic prayer proclamations and examples you can bring back into public life. If you care about faith and culture, Christian leadership, prayer for America, and restoring beauty and truth in the arts, this one’s for you.
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What does a parable from Matthew 18 teach us about the importance of forgiveness? Tune in to The Public Square® today to hear more.
Topic: Deep Questions
The Public Square® with hosts Dave Zanotti and Wayne Shepherd
thepublicsquare.com
Air Date: Tuesday, March 17, 2026
Jesus is not absent from suffering. Your pain is known, shared and taken seriously by God.
Prepare your heart today, because tomorrow the Lord will do amazing things in your life.
When life feels unpredictable, teens often seek control in unexpected ways. On today’s episode, Mark sits down with two young women at Heartlight who share how loss and longing for independence shaped their choices. One opens up about the impact of losing her father and the turbulent relationship with her mom that followed, while the other reflects on her drive to grow up too fast and how that influenced her actions. Both stories reveal how the struggle for control can lead to risky decisions — and how stepping back can spark new growth. Don’t miss this honest conversation about grief, self-discovery and what it means to heal together as a family.
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Parenting Today's Teens is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be, visit parentingtodayteens.org.
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