Mental illness has traditionally been a tricky topic inside some churches — and continues to be so today. Christian Post reporter Nicole Andrea Alcindor shares her research on the topic, what the Bible has to say, and her own experience.

"There's often a misunderstanding in many of our global church leaders to date," she said. "Many church leaders continue to mischaracterize or stigmatize mental illness as a spiritual issue."

Alcindor takes listeners through misconceptions and breaks down biblical stories that can help Christians better understand this dynamic. Listen to this powerful episode of "The Inside Story."

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There's an issue festering inside the American church that many believe is more damaging to faith than atheism, and it's called "apatheism." Christian Post reporter Ian M. Giatti joins Billy Hallowell on The Christian Post Podcast: The Inside Story to discuss the term, how the issue is impacting churches, and why it is pervasively dangerous to the faith.

He focuses, in part, on a new Lifeway Research survey finding that 75% of pastors cite "people’s apathy or lack of commitment" as one of the biggest "people dynamics" they find troubling and challenging in ministry. 

Listen to Giatti break down the inside story on what's going on and why it matters.

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With the U.S. Supreme Court poised to potentially overturn the 1973 Roe v. Wade decision that legalized abortion across the U.S., Dr. Richard Land, executive editor of The Christian Post, breaks down the reasons for pro-lifers to celebrate.

But he also explains what people must recognize about the reality of abortion in a post-Roe America. This episode of "The Christian Post: The Inside Story" offers essential information on what's to come, how to navigate it, and why understanding these issues matters deeply.

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Parents of pre-teens are in "a state of spiritual distress" as allegiance to biblical Christianity increasingly fades. And, as parents struggle to make sense of it all, The Christian Post's Leonardo Blair believes a "tragic crash" could be on the way. 

His recent article tackles these important subjects, as he breaks down not only what's going on, but how parents can successfully build a biblical worldview in, for, and through their children. Listen to this important conversation today on "The Christian Post Podcast: The Inside Story."

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Christian Post Executive Editor Dr. Richard Land joins "The Christian Post Podcast: The Inside Story" to reflect on his unlikely friendship with former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright, her belief in American exceptionalism, and how her family's past escapes from Nazism and communism shaped her views. Land, who attended Albright's funeral last Wednesday, also reflects on her remembrance. 

"Madeleine Albright’s life provides a truly inspiring story of the triumph of the human spirit," Land wrote in a recent op-ed. "While, as you would imagine, Madeleine and I had significant disagreements on many important issues, I always loved and appreciated Secretary Albright’s deep and abiding love for America — her adopted country."

Listen to Land's incredible story.

"A Canadian church was recently the site of an assisted suicide ceremony held for one of its members diagnosed with ALS, better known in the U.S. as Lou Gehrig’s disease. Churchill Park United Church of Winnipeg became the first church in Manitoba to host the controversial practice, which it described as a “Crossing Over Ceremony” last month for 86-year-old Betty Sanguin." - Christian Post reporter Michael Gryboski

Michael joins "The Christian Post Podcast: The Inside Story" to break down the details, implications, and why it matters.

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The American Bible Society has found a shocking drop in Bible reading and engagement. The numbers are discouraging — but what's really going on? And, amid the unfortunate statistics, are there any bright spots? 

Christian Post reporter Ryan Foley joins Billy Hallowell to discuss his story on the subject and to break down some of the most pressing questions about the most important and consequential book in history.

Listen and read Foley's story: https://www.christianpost.com/us/american-bible-society-finds-unprecedented-drop-in-bible-users-report.html

In a recent article, Christian Post reporter Leonardo Blair posed a fascinating question: Will the metaverse end the megachurch? Blair joins Billy Hallowell on "The Christian Post Podcast" to discuss this issue. He explains what the metaverse is more broadly, how churches are using it — and his prediction surrounding what might happen to megachurch complexes amid the increasing turn toward technology.

Listen and be sure to read the article: https://www.christianpost.com/news/will-the-metaverse-end-the-megachurch.html.

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The National Center on Sexual Exploitation recently released its annual Dirty Dozen list that documents how 12 entities are purportedly profiting off sexually exploitative practices. The list includes companies that NCOSE believes are “fueling sexual exploitation through their business practices, policies and products,” according to Lina Nealon, the director of corporate and strategic initiatives. 

Christian Post reporter Michael Gryboski explores the list: https://www.christianpost.com/news/dirty-dozen-list-12-companies-profiting-off-sexual-exploitation.html and a Christian summer camp pushing back against its placement on the list: https://www.christianpost.com/news/kanakuk-denounces-being-listed-on-dirty-dozen-list.html

Jeannie Law grew up in NYC and rose to fame as a pop star. Her struggles along the way — including escapes from witchcraft, abuse, depression, and rejection — led her on a path to discover Jesus. 

Law, a journalist for The Christian Post, unveils her incredible story on this episode of "The Christian Post Podcast."