Connecting Faith

Peter Kapsner looks at the backlash against JK Rowling for saying the sex is binary, as well as the overall illiberal ideologies that cancel, sometimes violently, those they disagree with them.  Minneapolis pastor Richard Coleman talks about how churches are drawing together in the wake of George Floyd's death.

Acton Institute's Ben Johnson looks at the situation in Seattle with the area controlled by anarchists, as well as a look at threats to free speech.  Todd Nettleton of Voice of the Martyrs looks at recent news of religious persecutions, as well as Monday's Day of the Christian Martyr commemoration.

Bible and Business' Bill English looks at Matthew 25 and what it means to be stewards of the resources God entrusts you with.  Justin Jeppesen of the University of Northwestern-St Paul talks about how while many in Gen Z don't value many of our churches' cultural expressions, they do desire Jesus.

Pastor Daryl Crouch talks about recent revelations of inappropriate comments made by male clergy regarding some female teachers, highlighting how women may not be honored as joint-heirs correctly.  Political scientist Hunter Baker talks about how it's wrong to judge the past only by our modern standards.

Christian Medical and Dental Association's David Stevens looks at recent research showing how one's blood type and genetics can be a factor on how susceptible you are to COVID-19.  Raleigh Washington, former leader of Promise Keepers, offers his thoughts on how the Church should lead in racial reconciliation.

Political scientist Adam Carrington looks at the two key Supreme Court opinions so far, how they were decided, and the worldview's behind them.  Spiritual formation professor Gary Stratton talks about about the books he's been reading during the pandemic and how they are affecting his views on several topics.

Psychologist Linda Mintle talks about how ways to process all the difficult recent news and our disrupted lives due to COVID-19 so we don't lose our minds and hope.  Foreign affairs expert David Aikman looks are continued tension between North and South Korea, and a border scuffle on China-India border.

Epidemiologist Zach Jenkins talks about the rise in COVID-19 cases in certain states, as well as retracted research on mask wearing and the confusion around masks in general.  Stephen Mansfield, author of "Men on Fire," talks about the ways men help to develop healthy manhood in each other.

PluggedIn's Adam Holz reviews the new movies "Artemis Fowl" and "Selfie Dad", plus talks about his conversation with "Selfie Dad" actor Michael Jr. about his experience as a black man in the US.  Cara Meredith, author of "The Color of Life", shares her experience in learning about racism.

Public theologian Matthew Hawkins talks about the Supreme Court's ruling regarding DACA, plus how Congress could have solved the problem years ago.  Dan Dewitt of Theolatte talks about the spiritual themes he tied into his road trip with sons on the historic Route 66.

Peter Kapsner talks about the political implications of one's end-times beliefs and well as the place of emotions in relation to truth.  Albert Mohler, author of "The Gathering Storm," talks about how our world is becoming more like that of the Roman Empire which opens opportunities for the Church.

Acton Institute's Ben Johnson outline how often, public service unions like police unions work against the concerns of the public they serve to protect its members.  Mark Vroegog, author of upcoming book "Weep with Me," talks about our need to listen to and lament with our black friends and neighbors.

Bible and Business' Bill English looks at the recent Supreme Court decision expanding Title VII protections to those who identify as LGBT, and how that might affect some businesses and ministries.  Former police officer Adam Davis offers thoughts on the increased stress and trauma police officers are experiencing.

Jeffrey and Amy Olrick, authors of "The 6 Needs of Children," talks about the key needs of children and how parents can properly connect with their  children through those needs.  Mission Network News' Ruth Kramer talks about the latest State Department report on religious freedom and atrocities described in Nigeria.

The And Campaign's Justin Giboney addresses the death of Rayshard Brooks by Altanta police and the legislative push to reform policing.  Sophia Hudson, author of "Stand All the Way Up," talks about finding God's strength to stay in important situations even when you would rather leave or lash out.

Political scientist Mark Caleb Smith offers analysis of the decision by the Supreme Court that Title VII protections against sexual discrimination applies to persons identifying as LGBT.  University of Northwestern president Alan Cureton talks about how the university has responded to COVID-19 and the murder of George Floyd.

Mark Galli, author of "When Did We Start Forgetting God," talks about how many people live as practical atheists and how to bring God into every aspect of life.  Global affairs expert David Aikman updates us on recent tensions on the Korean Peninsula, China's increasing crackdown on Hong Kong, and the latest in Brazil.

Dr. Patrick Oliver, professor of criminal justice, talks about how the Bible can inform the ways communities can reform their policing policies and practices.  Political scientist Adam Carrington addresses the underlying Constitutional and worldview issues under Seattle's occupied protests, confederate monuments, and the editorial upheaval at the New York Times.

PluggedIn's Adam Holz talks about how the entertainment industry is being pressured to cancel shows featuring police, including Paw Patrol, in the wake of anti-police brutality protests.  Apologist Abdu Murray, co-author of "Seeing Jesus from the East," explains how the Bible's Eastern roots can confuse Westerners.

Public theologian Matthew Hawkins talks about SBC president J.D. Greear providing guidance to the convention in acknowledging and turning from its racist past.  Brock Shinen, author of "The Christian Entrepreneur," shares how he counsels both ministries and entrepreneurs dealing with challenges brought on by the Coronavirus.