We’re not called to win an empire. We’re called to make disciples. In this episode, I respond to an email about Charlie Kirk, “common sense” politics, and whether America was founded on Christian values. We unpack Jeremiah 29:7 in context, ask what actually reduces harm (from abortion to gender transitions), and confront a hard truth: politics is downstream of culture. If laws can’t change hearts, then discipleship—slow, messy, neighbor-level discipleship—must lead the way. I also talk frankly about Trump, calling out evil on both sides, and why I don’t vote so I’m free to pastor people rather than defend a party. Agree or not, I’d love your feedback and stories from your community.

Chapters

00:00 Context to an Email I Received
08:56 Exploring American Culture and Christian Values
17:13 The Role of Political Ideologies in Christian Values
28:11 Evaluating Leadership and Moral Integrity in Politics
29:55 Engaging with Compassion and Conviction
35:54 Politics and Culture: The Interconnectedness
40:40 The Role of Christians in Cultural Impact
47:31 Discipleship Over Political Activism
52:35 The Call to Make Disciples

Many people wonder why I speak out about immigration. Some ask, “Why didn’t you speak up about abortion or LGBTQ+ issues?”

Chapters:

01:12 Personal Context and Cross-Cultural Experiences
04:02 Navigating the Abortion Debate and Christian Responses
08:49 Discipleship and Political Engagement
10:34 Legal vs. Illegal Immigration: A Personal Perspective
16:47 Understanding the Complexity of Immigration Issues
20:36 The Human Side of Immigration: Empathy and Understanding
26:00 Criminality and Immigration: Debunking Myths

Related blog post:
https://www.asherwitmer.com/americanism-immigration-and-a-low-view-of-the-gospel/

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As a dad of five, I've been thinking a lot about how to nurture strong mental health in my kids. In this video, I share three essential truths that children need to hear every day—truths that shape their identity, sense of belonging, and purpose. These insights come from my own journey, my studies in emotional health, and what I wish I had known earlier. If you're a parent or mentor, I hope this encourages you! Let’s raise emotionally healthy kids together.

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Chapters

00:00 The Importance of Mental Health in Children
02:37 Three Essential Truths for Children
11:32 Fostering Identity and Contribution in Kids

Hello friends! It's been nearly a year since I published anything. Today, I share my personal journey through a mysterious health crisis and the challenges of seeking medical help for it. I reflect on the impact of this experience on my life, work, and relationships, which has helped me realize the importance of understanding and empathy in the face of chronic health issues. Then I look at the interplay between physical health, emotional stability, and God's grace during difficult times. Finally, I wanted to share the renewed vision God has given me for this work, focusing on being theologically anchored, emotionally healthy, able to love others well.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Personal Update
02:59 Health Struggles and Mysterious Symptoms
05:51 The Impact of Illness on Daily Life
08:46 Seeking Medical Help and Testing
12:11 Navigating Uncertainty and Mental Health
15:00 The Role of Family and Community Support
17:54 Exploring Possible Diagnoses
20:52 The Neurologist's Insights and Diagnosis
24:13 Reflections on Recovery and Ongoing Challenges
40:23 Navigating Health Challenges and Spiritual Insights
45:09 The Impact of Physical Health on Mental Well-being
51:42 Understanding God's Grace in Suffering
56:24 Reflections on Blogging and Podcasting Journey
01:01:51 Reawakening Vision for Church Engagement

Hey friends,

I just wanted to pop in here and say "Thank you!" to all of you who've reached out and expressed that you're praying for me and my family with the health issues that have come up in the last couple of months. I'm grateful that I am feeling better. My energy is recovering and the last several weeks have been quite a bit better all around. Here's a bit of an update.

Please continue to pray for us as you think about it.

Sometimes we mistakenly center ourselves in the story of the Bible, as though the Bible is all about answering our questions and giving us direction for life. But the Bible is not simply about helping us navigate through life successfully. 

It could be said the Bible is about God—who he is, what he has done, and what he is doing. More specifically, the Bible is Messianic literature. It’s about the Messiah: the God who became human. Therefore, it’s about US—God and Man. Following Jesus is about becoming him, becoming a part of His body.

Why might it be important for us to see the Bible as a story of humanity becoming the body of Christ as we read it? You can send your feedback to [email protected].

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I recently published an article, Is It Sinful to Use “Transgender Pronouns”? In the article, I explored how Rosaria Butterfield recently “repented” from using what she calls, “transgender pronouns.” Why is she doing that? Should you feel the same way? A few people responded with some questions that I thought were worth responding to in a specific episode. So that's what we dive into today.

How do you think we can best build bridges with folks choosing to identify as transgender? You can send your feedback to [email protected].

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How does the rest of the world view the Christianity that comes from the West? David Swartz does a wonderful job giving us reminding us that evangelical networks not only go out to, but also come from, the ends of the earth as he shares stories of resistance, accommodation, and cooperation in his book Facing West.

Then we dive into the third paradigm shift that helps us better understand the story of the Bible. That is that Jesus saw himself embedded within a large story.

Why is it important to understand that the Old and New Testaments are not separate messages but one continuous message climaxing in Jesus? You can send your feedback to [email protected].

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