When the towers fell, a cultural transformation began.

Twenty-five years after September 11, 2001, America is still living with the consequences of that day.

Renton Rathbun sits down with Col. George Youstra, a former Special Forces and combat veteran, to examine what happened behind the scenes during and after 9/11, what America learned—and what we failed to learn.

How did September 11 change America? What happened behind the scenes in the years that followed? What did the War on Terror accomplish? And 25 years later, why are we still dealing with consequences most Americans don’t recognize?

This conversation goes beyond remembering where we were when the towers fell. It examines what 9/11 fundamentally changed about America, our culture, our politics, our understanding of terrorism, and the country our children and grandchildren will inherit.

We promised we would “never forget.”

Twenty-five years later, the question is: Did we?

In this episode:

• What happened behind the scenes after September 11

• How 9/11 fundamentally changed America

• Lessons from a Special Forces combat veteran

• What America learned—and failed to learn—from the War on Terror

• The cultural and political consequences we’re still experiencing

• Why September 11 still matters 25 years later

• What the next generation needs to understand about 9/11

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What happens when a culture forgets just how much motherhood matters?Mothers shape far more than our childhood. They influence our courage, our boldness, our character, and even our willingness to stand firm. In this episode, Renton sits down with Dr. Paul Radford for a deeply personal conversation about the vital work of mothers, including the loss of Paul's own mother, who passed away earlier this year.They also explore something we don't talk about enough about mothers and what makes them vital to a culture that no longer values strong men. In this episode:Why motherhood remains vital to the familyHow mothers shape their children long after childhoodThe unique influence mothers have on their sonsHow mothers can help develop courage and confidence in menRemembering and honoring the mothers who shaped usDr. Paul Radford's reflections on the life and legacy of his own mother#motherhood #momlife #mothers #mom #motherlove #motherson #moms #parenting #christianparenting #parentingadvice #parents #masculinity #biblicaltruth #homeschool #homeschooling #biblicalwisdom #biblicalworldview #truth #sons

Want a depressed kid? Tell them college is their only choice while they have no idea what they are called to do. Is college all there is? Long before we ask our kids if they want to go to college, we should be asking them a very different question. There is an alternative. Renton sits down with Jonathan Brush President and CEO of Unbound to discuss the real options the next generation has. We have been thinking in a very small box because college is multi-billion dollar industry. We are sending a generation to institutions of learning before we have discovered why they should learn in the first place. Shows us there are so many questions we need to be asking before we even think about higher learning. Don’t miss this. The next generation is depending on us. Unbound: https://beunbound.us/#college #university #nextgen #whatsnext #graduation #biblicaltruth #biblicalwisdom #parenting #parentingtips #parentingadvice #parenthood #parentingadvice #parentingjourney #parentinglife #truth #biblicalworldview #highereducation #christian #christianity #christianmotivation #christianfamily #christianparenting #education #educational

Skaters are often viewed as rebellious, troublesome, or simply beyond the reach of the church. But what if these are some of the young people who most need Christians to enter their world, build relationships, and share the hope of Jesus Christ?In this episode of The Renton Rathbun Show, Renton talks with Mark Koch, founder and Global Director of Ride Nature, a Christian ministry using skateboarding, surfing, and other action sports to reach young people with the gospel.They discuss why Christians should not dismiss kids whose interests or lifestyles may seem unfamiliar, how action sports can open doors for evangelism and discipleship, and what families and churches can learn from a ministry willing to go where these young people already gather.https://www.ridenature.org

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Movies do more than entertain our children—they shape what they believe about God, family, gender, morality, and the purpose of life. Is Hollywood discipling the next generation without Christian parents realizing it?Renton interviews the CEO of Movieguide about how families can make wise, informed decisions concerning the movies entering their homes. They discuss how every film carries a worldview, how entertainment influences children, and how parents can guide their families through a culture dominated by screens.How can Christian parents protect their children without simply withdrawing from the culture? How can we teach the next generation to recognize the beliefs hidden inside their entertainment?Tune in to discover how Movieguide can help your family watch with wisdom, recognize competing worldviews, and engage entertainment from a biblical perspective.Go to: https://www.movieguide.org #ChristianParenting #Movieguide #Hollywood #BiblicalWorldview #FamilyMovies #ChristianFamily #parenting #parentingadvice #biblicaltruth #moviewreview #movies #worldview #familymovienight #familytime #christian

Almost every week we hear of another scandal of a pastor or Christian leader's moral failure.

When a pastor fails morally, the damage does not remain behind the pulpit. It damages Christian families—especially children—from questioning the faith to walking away from the faith. But the crisis is bigger than fallen pastors. Jesus calls every Christian to “deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow Me” (Luke 9:23). Not only are pastors to deny themselves for the good of Christ’s church, and the families in the congregation must deny themselves for the spiritual health of the church. When pastors refuse that calling, families suffer. When families refuse it, churches suffer.

In this episode of The Renton Rathbun Show, we examine pastoral moral failure, the relationship between the family and the church, and why abandoning the church is not the answer.

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Every generation is discipled by stories. Today's superhero movies don't just entertain—they teach ideas about family, identity, masculinity, femininity, and what it means to live out a worldview. In this episode of The Renton Rathbun Show, we examine the new Supergirl movie exposing the messages it communicate about men, women, family, and the church. More importantly, what Christian parents should teach their children as they encounter these ideas. We discuss the growing influence of feminism in both culture and the church, how modern media often portrays strength as independence from men, and why Scripture presents a radically different vision of men and women serving together for God's glory. If you're raising children in today's culture, this conversation will help you think critically about the stories shaping the next generation—and how to respond with biblical wisdom. Topics discussed include:Supergirl (2026)Christian parentingBiblical worldviewFeminismMasculinity and femininityChristian familyMovies and cultureRaising children in today's world#supergirl #dc #dcuniverse #feminism #masculinity #church #churchfamily #parenting #christianparenting #family #christianfaith #christianfamily #familylife #biblicaltruth #biblicalwisdom #parentingadvice #biblicalworldview #superhero #woman #womanpower #christian #christianity #christianmotivation #christianmessages

For decades, Christians have fought abortion primarily through politics—elections, legislation, court battles, and political movements. But have we been fighting the right battle in the wrong way?In this episode of The Renton Rathbun Show, Renton sits down with Roland Warren, President and CEO of Care Net, to ask a difficult question: Has politics distorted the pro-life movement and distracted Christians from the role of the church?We discuss why being truly pro-life requires more than voting for the right candidate or passing the right law. It requires strong families, courageous churches, biblical discipleship, support for mothers and fathers, and a community of believers willing to live out the truth that every human life bears the image of God.For Christian parents, this conversation is especially urgent. The next generation is inheriting a deeply confused debate about abortion, human dignity, politics, sexuality, and the value of life. If we want our children to stand for the unborn, we must teach them more than a political position—we must give them a biblical worldview of life, family, responsibility, and the church.What if the greatest hope for defeating abortion is not found in Washington—but in the body of Christ?This is a conversation Christian parents, pastors, and churches cannot afford to ignore.Previous episode: https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/P2WKPhR4B4b#prolifegeneration #prolifemovement #prolifegen #abortionlaw #abortiondebate #church #churchfamily #christian #christianity #biblicaltruth #biblical #biblicalwisdom #faith #faithjourney #christianparenting #parenting #parentingadvice #family #christianfaith #christianfamily

If you're raising children or influencing the next generation, they are going to inherit one of the most confusing conversations in our culture. Today, we're going to speak about abortion from a biblical worldview, to help them see through the noise and locate the real problem.Most Christians believe they are pro-life. But have we misunderstood what that really means? It's been 4 years since the overturning of Roe v Wade. Has anything really changed? For many years, the abortion debate has been shaped by political campaigns, media narratives, and cultural slogans. In this episode, Roland Warren, CEO of Care Net, challenges us to think more deeply about what it truly means to defend the unborn from a biblical perspective.

What is Care Net: https://care-net.org

Who is Roland Warren: https://care-net.org/roland-warren/

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Every Christian parent wants their children to have a faith that lasts. But what if their confidence in the Bible is built on arguments that aren’t nearly as strong as they thought? What happens when those arguments meant to build their faith actually are used to plant seeds of doubt? In this episode, we explore why the ultimate foundation for trusting Scripture is not changing scientific theories but something much more powerful. If you want to prepare your children to trust God's Word with confidence, you need to hear this episode. Part 1: https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/WfkOfMSB13b#evolution #creationism #creation #parenting #parentingadvice #apologetics #christianeducation #christianmotivation #christian #christianparenting #biblicaltruth #biblicalworldview #bible #biblical #origins #faith #biblicalevidence #faithingod #biblicalwisdom