We explore the tendency of individuals to quickly judge others based on limited information from viral videos or breaking news. We also highlight the importance of remaining open to new evidence, recognizing the complexity of human behavior, and avoiding the pitfalls of “Cancel Culture.” I encourage encourage patience, humility, and respectful discourse.

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Music: ⁠⁠"Do You Believe"⁠⁠ by the ⁠⁠Caffeine Creek Band⁠⁠ via ⁠⁠Pixabay⁠⁠

Resources:

⁠Founders Online

Hillsdale Online Courses

National Constitution Center

The Constitution Study

We explore the tendency of individuals to quickly judge others based on limited information from viral videos or breaking news. We also highlight the importance of remaining open to new evidence, recognizing the complexity of human behavior, and avoiding the pitfalls of “Cancel Culture.” I encourage encourage patience, humility, and respectful discourse.

Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://heart-soul-mind-strength.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Support the show: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://buymeacoffee.com/gr8commandment⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Music: ⁠"Do You Believe"⁠ by the ⁠Caffeine Creek Band⁠ via ⁠Pixabay⁠

Resources:

The Coddling of the American Mind - Jonathan Haidt

The Madness of Crowds - Douglas Murray

#Christianity #worldview #theology #culture #humanity #philosophy #apologetics #faith #truth

The current culture presents conflicting ideas about truth, especially the notion of "my truth," which undermines objective reality. Recognizing and countering these cultural lies with Biblical principles is crucial for maintaining faith. By understanding salvation through Jesus and scriptural teachings, believers can build their lives on a solid, truthful foundation.

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Music: "Do You Believe" by the Caffeine Creek Band via Pixabay

Resources:

The Weight of Glory - C. S. Lewis

When Culture Hates You - Natasha Crain

Let's look at rights and their foundational role in protecting freedoms, categorized into negative and positive rights. Negative rights prevent actions infringing on individual freedoms, while positive rights require certain actions from others. We'll also mention the ongoing debate regarding the classification of modern claims such as health care and education as rights versus entitlements.

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Resources:

The Federalist Papers - Alexander Hamilton, James Madison

The Anti-Federalist Papers - Patrick Henry & Others

The Second Treatise of Government - John Locke

We discuss whether or not all sins are equal, and talk about how we understand sin impacts our feelings of guilt and justice. While some biblical passages suggest all sins are equal, others indicate differing severities of sin and punishment. Ultimately, the question depends on what you mean by "equal."

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Resources:

Never Read a Bible Verse - Greg Koukl

Is It True that There Are Good Non-Christians - Clay Jones

To improve health, tackle the biggest pain points first, such as heart disease, the leading cause of death in the U.S. for over a century. Exercise and nutrition combat heart disease and other health issues, while also preventing muscle and bone loss with aging. Engaging in physical activity enhances mood and overall well-being.

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Resources:

Starting Strength - Mark Rippetoe

We may not all realize it, but we are all theologians. Even if you don't believe God exists, that belief will inform certain aspects of your life. Let's take a look at how our understanding of God can affect some key parts of our lives.

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Resources:

Weight of Glory - C.S. Lewis

The Reason for God - Tim Keller

The world is burning down around us. What can we do to potentially turn things around and get back on a track that will lead us to a happier, healthier, more productive society? Let's take a look at one thing that could perhaps start to shift things back to a better way.

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Resources:

Maximized Manhood - Edwin Louis Cole

https://journals.uvic.ca/index.php/ijcyfs/article/view/18073
https://americafirstpolicy.com/assets/uploads/files/Issue_Breif_-_Fatherlessness_and_its_effects_on_American_society.pdf
https://journal.scidacplus.com/index.php/jgs/article/view/516
https://www.proquest.com/openview/a501f1533ee0e1586d948df2fc280ea8/1?pq-origsite=gscholar&cbl=18750&diss=y
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7452000/
https://www.fatherhood.org/

When the Founding Fathers debated and designed the government that they ultimately passed down to us, they understood that the States were individual and sovereign. The only purpose for a centralized government was to handle things that the states did not have sufficient capacity to manage.

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Resources:

Founders' Key - Dr. Larry Ann

The Case for LIFE - Scott Klusendorf

In today's culture, oversimplification is widespread, evident in politics, health, religion, and worldviews. People categorize others based on group identities, overlooking individual uniqueness. While treating groups based on group identity can work at times, acknowledging individual differences is essential. Recognizing the complexity of humanity and engaging with individuals openly can lead to better understanding and even appreciation, despite disagreements.

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Resources:

How to Win Friends and Influence People - Dale Carnegie