Since the Dobbs decision returned the issue of abortion to the states, state legislatures and state courts have taken up abortion restrictions; and the people of Kansas even considered and eventually defeated a pro-life amendment to their constitution. So, what lessons can be learned from this “first round” of state-level abortion contests? And what should […]

In this sermon, we continue an in-depth review of The Daniel Manual for confidently living out our faith in uncertain times and in an increasingly plural culture. Big Idea: We find ourselves in a changing, increasingly secular culture that demands our attention and our absolute allegiance. So, what should we do? How should we live […]

In contrast to our increasingly plural (many religions and ideologies) society’s claim that all roads lead to Heaven, Jesus said, “I am the way, the truth, and the life…” (John 14:6). Many insist that this exclusive claim about truth and salvation is prideful and leads to mistreatment of others in a diverse society. But that […]

Dr. Wayne Grudem is a theologian and prolific writer perhaps best known for his book Systematic Theology and his work on Christian ethics. But he also wrote Politics According to the Bible, a more than 600-page comprehensive resource on the application of faith in public life. He also routinely speaks on worldview topics, the state […]

Greg Baker leads the Church Ambassador Network in the state of Iowa and the Daniel Impact, a ministry effort that now spans 14 states and is inspiring the church to engage government for the advance of God’s kingdom. Greg is a return guest, and much has happened since the last time I spoke with him […]

In this sermon, we continue an in-depth review of The Daniel Manual for living and ministering in a diverse, quickly changing society. Big Idea: We find ourselves in a changing, increasingly secular culture that demands our attention and our absolute allegiance. So, what should we do? How should we live in such secular and uncertain […]

In February of 2022, Aaron Renn wrote an article for First Things that described 3 phases of secularization in the United States since the 1990s. I have found these phases or “worlds” helpful in processing changes in American society, the church’s response to those changes, and current strategies for cultural engagement. Aaron Renn is a […]

The Christian Civic League began ministering in Maine in 1897 and is one of the oldest if not the oldest ministry of its kind in the United States. Under the leadership of Carroll Conley, CCL continues to be a relevant and effective voice for Christian citizenship in his state. For example, the U.S. Supreme Court […]

Indiana was the first state in the nation to take up abortion legislation since the Dobbs case returned the issue to the states, and Governor Holcomb signed a near-total abortion ban on Friday, August 5th. I had the opportunity to be at the Indiana statehouse during this two-week legislative session, to observe many of the […]

Since the Dobbs decision overturned Roe v. Wade, the issue of abortion has been front and center in American public life. Many churches have encouraged Christians to (1) support the pre-political, Biblical belief of the sanctity of life and to (2) serve women and children in crisis. Here are ten practical, strategic ways to serve […]