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The Christian Outlook — October 5, 2024

Don Kroah is joined by Max McLean who has brought to stage some of the classic works of Lewis. C.S. Lewis’s stepson, Douglas Gresham, explains the story behind Mere Christianity.

Devon Brown, author of A Life Observed: A Spiritual Biography of C.S. Lewis was a guest of John Hall and Kathy Emmons.  

Eric Metaxas interviews Joe Laconte, author of A Wardrobe, A Hobbit, and Great War about Lewis’ friendship with J.R.R Tolkien.  

Eric Metaxas returns to interview C.S. Lewis scholar Michael Ward about his groundbreaking work, Planet Narnia.

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The Christian Outlook - September 28, 2024

Greg Seltz invites Kerry Severino, president of the Judicial Crisis Network, to discuss the recent Supreme Court leak, which Severino argues is more serious than the Dobbs leak as it appears to involve internal deliberations among Supreme Court justices. 

Albert Mohler has an extended conversation with American sociologist and author James Davison Hunter about the cultural shifts Hunter observed in the late 1980s and how they mirrored historical conflicts. Hunter explains that his research revealed a new cultural divide where conservative religious groups united across traditions, while progressive religious groups did the same, marking a shift from political-economic concerns to moral and cultural authority.

Albert Mohler and James Davidson Hunter discuss more from Hunter's book, “Democracy and Solidarity: On the Cultural Roots of America’s Political Crisis.” Hunter's focus in the book is on the implicit philosophical questions underlying every society, such as the nature of reality, truth, and community, which most people are not consciously aware of but still influence cultural conflicts.

For more of Albert Mohler's conversation with James Davidson Hunter, check out the full episode on “Thinking in Public.”

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The Christian Outlook - September 21, 2024

Charlie Kirk and Pastor Allen Jackson, author of Jesus, His Followers & Politics: This Is Our Time, discuss the reluctance of pastors to engage in cultural and political issues, contrasting it with past church involvement in public discourse. Jackson argues that churches must confront societal challenges with a biblical worldview.

Bill Bunkley and Christian apologist, Alex McFarland, discuss concerns over Colorado’s gender policies and the lack of parental involvement in schools, citing recent controversies in Jefferson County Public Schools. McFarland criticizes the push for progressive agendas in public institutions, warning that abandoning traditional values and parental rights leads to societal decline.

Eric Metaxas and Katy Faust, author of Pro-Child Politics: Why Every Cultural, Economic, and National Issue Is a Matter of Justice for Children, discuss why all policy decisions should prioritize children's rights, needs, and well-being. Faust argues that on issues like marriage, debt, and identity, children are being sacrificed for adult desires and calls for a societal shift to protect children's rights and well-being.

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The Christian Outlook - September 14, 2024

Albert Mohler discusses the Debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris, closely examining the debate on abortion. 

Tim Clinton talks with Gary Bauer, who heads up a group called “American Values.” Bauer highlights the stark choices between policies of the Trump and Harris campaigns.

Georgene Rice turns to Robyn Chambers of Focus on the Family to discuss the challenges that pregnancy resource centers are facing after the Roe v. Wade decision, and how the youth of today give her optimism.

Eric Metaxas asks Seth Gruber about his book The 1916 Project, which examines the impact of Margaret Sanger’s opening of her first clinic and its connection to the rise of eugenics in America. Gruber argues that Sanger’s ideas, rooted in racism and evolutionary theory, laid the foundation for Planned Parenthood and influenced global atrocities, including those of Nazi Germany.

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The Christian Outlook - September 7, 2024

Albert Mohler responds to the terror group Hamas executing six innocent civilians, including an American citizen.

Greg Seltz and Don Feder, a columnist for the Washington Times, look at why this is about much more than just Israel, it's about civilization vs. barbarism.

Greg Seltz and Tim Goeglein, a VP with Focus on the Family, discuss how our society has drifted so far and what can be done to correct the course.

Eric Metaxas invites Ken and Linda Koldenhoven, authors of "Connecting Around the Table,” to talk about how eating together as a family is a great way to forge deep and emotional connections.

Scott Furrow and Christian singer/ songwriter Matt Redman talk about a return to the heart of worship: worshipping God in spirit and in truth.

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The Christian Outlook - August 31, 2024

Albert Mohler shares about Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Facebook, writing a formal letter to the House Judiciary Committee that accuses the Biden administration of limiting speech on the platform.

Owen Strachan, host of the "Grace and Truth” podcast, invites Vanessa Sivadge, a courageous young nurse from Texas, to talk about her experience in speaking up over so-called “gender-affirming care” for minors, and how it ended up costing her job. For the entire conversation, click here. 

Eric Metaxas and pastor Erwin Lutzer, author of “The Eclipse of God,” address how secularism and philosophical influences, such as those from Marx, Darwin, and Freud, have led to a redefinition of God, resulting in moral and societal decay. Lutzer talks about how without laws rooted in the Creation account, justice becomes arbitrary. His book aims to bring people back to the God of Scripture. For the entire conversation, click here. 

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The Christian Outlook - August 24, 2024

Albert Mohler takes a look at the Democrats' strange and dark fixation on abortion as made evident by the abortion trucks at the 2024 Democrat Convention.

Greg Seltz turned to Catholic pro-life activist Frank Pavone to look at the pro-abortion and pro-infanticide record of Tim Walz, the Governor of Minnesota, who is now the formal running mate of Kamala Harris.

Bill Bunkley turns to Mat Staver of the Liberty Counsel to look at Amendment 4 in Florida, which would allow for virtually unrestricted abortion.

Albert Mohler talks with Brad Wilcox, author of “Get Married: Why Americans Must Defy the Elites, Forge Strong Families, and Save Civilization.”  They discuss the potential causes of the diminishing marriage rate and what to do about it. For the entire conversation, visit Albertmohler.com.

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The Christian Outlook - August 17, 2024

Greg Seltz and David Harsanyi of The Federalist discuss the importance of faith in politics, arguing that excluding religious values from political decisions is absurd. Harsanyi emphasizes that shared ideals, often rooted in faith, are crucial for national unity.

Dr. Albert Mohler discusses voting your Christian conscience in the 2024 presidential election. He critiques David French's argument for voting Democratic to save conservatism, asserting that true conservatism must be rooted in theism and cannot align with the Democratic Party's views on reality and morality.

Eric Metaxas discusses with Megan Basham, author of “Shepherds for Sale: How Evangelical Leaders Traded the Truth for a Leftist Agenda” how certain prominent evangelical churches, like Andy Stanley's North Point Church and Rick Warren's Saddleback Church, are increasingly influenced by LGBTQ-affirming and progressive agendas. For the full interview, check out Eric Metaxas' podcast.

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The Christian Outlook – August 10, 2024

John Hall and Kathy Emmons talk with Sarah Zylstra, an editor for the Gospel Coalition, about the implications of social media on children. They address the concerns raised by the Surgeon General, highlighting the detrimental effects of social media on the mental health of our youth.

Albert Mohler raises alarm about TikTok's harmful impact on teenagers and reminds parents to protect their children from the pervasive darkness and corrosive effects of social media. 

Scott Furrow invites Ryan Miller, founder of Share the Struggle, to share about the development of courses to help people manage various struggles. His organization aims to provide practical tools, foster community, and offer Jesus' love and healing. 

John and Kathy talk with John James, an editor with Crossway, about how social media distorts discussions about death, promoting inhumane and emotionally destructive responses. He emphasizes the need to be aware of the negative effects of internet life and the importance of protecting one's emotional well-being.

Brian From asks Sarah Zylstra about her decision to leave social media, and she explained that witnessing the negative impact it had on Gen Z girls made her realize its detrimental effects on her own life, leading to shallow relationships and increased loneliness.

Bill Bunkley discusses the Go Dark, Shine Bright initiative with James Spencer, who explained that the goal was to start a prayer movement by encouraging people to take a 10-day break from social media. The campaign aims to create a quiet space for individuals to focus on God, pray, and make wise decisions free from the distractions of social media noise.

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The Christian Outlook - August 3, 2024

Greg Seltz and author Jeff Crouere criticize the Olympics' opening ceremony for featuring drag queens, transgender performers, and religious attacks instead of family-friendly content. They argue that the event, meant to celebrate athleticism, unnecessarily mocked Christian values under the guise of artistic freedom and inclusion.

Bob Burney condemns the Olympic organizers' shallow apology to "those who were offended", which was worse than simply offering no apology, and accuses them of celebrating inclusion while excluding Christians globally.

Greg Seltz and Gary Bauer, head of American Values, discuss the responsibility of Christians to protect America's Judeo-Christian heritage and the dangers posed by the secular left's attempts to impose their beliefs through government coercion.

Greg Seltz turns to Josh Zeichik, Director of Church Engagement for Focus on the Family, to talk about the importance of knowing and understanding the Bible, which revives the soul, makes people wise, corrects them, and trains them to be godly. They discuss the importance of personal Bible study beyond just Sunday sermons for spiritual growth and refreshment.

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