The Christian Outlook – July 6, 2024

Eric Metaxas talks with James Como, of the New York C.S. Lewis Society, about his book, Mystical Perelandra: My Lifelong Reading of C.S. Lewis and His Favorite Book.

Metaxas and Como discuss how Perelandra represents some of the very best prose ever penned and how it stands out from the many other masterful works C.S Lewis wrote.

Como shares the personal impact C.S. Lewis' writings made on his mind and soul and how his hope was rekindled because of the vision C.S. Lewis had to see what was awaiting those who trust in Christ.

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The Christian Outlook - June 29, 2024

Georgene Rice talks with Katie Daniel of Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America to explain a Supreme Court 9-0 decision, which preserves access to mifepristone, an unsafe abortion pill.

Craig Roberts talks with OB-GYN Dr. Ingrid Skop, who knows well the impact of mifepristone, including the death and destruction resulting from the drug’s mail delivery.

Scott Furrow talks with Nicole Hunt of Focus on the Family about the new landscape the pro-life movement faces.

Scott Furrow invites Robyn Chambers, Vice President of Advocacy for Children at Focus on the Family, to discuss the church’s role and the need for continued engagement in the pro-life movement.

Greg Seltz talks with John Stonestreet of The Colson Center about the prominence of abortion in the Democratic platform, noting its strategic importance despite its ethical implications.

Albert Mohler offers encouragement and perspective on the ongoing pro-life battle.

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The Christian Outlook - June 22, 2024

In this special episode, Eric Metaxas invites British writer and podcaster Justin Brierley to share insights from Brierley's compelling book, "The Surprising Rebirth of Belief in God."

They explore the cultural trend of atheism in the mid-2000s, highlighting why it failed to provide satisfying answers to fundamental human questions. Then examine the renewed interest in Christianity and its role in providing meaning and purpose.

Metaxas and Brierley focus on the transformative beauty and power of Christianity, illustrated through personal stories of individuals who embraced the faith.

In the final segment, Metaxas and Brierley reflect on the continuous relevance of God in modern society and the enduring impact of Christian teachings and values.

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The Christian Outlook - June 15, 2024

Greg Seltz discusses the importance of faithful fathers with Danny Huerta from Focus on the Family.

Gino Geraci talks with author and veteran Jack Billups, who created an update to John Bunyan's classic "Pilgrim's Progress," titled “Christian's Walk: The Journey,” inspired by his role as a father and grandfather.

The Voice of the Martyrs has marked June 29th as “The Day of the Christian Martyr,” focusing this year on the horrors under ISIS in 2014 in and around Mosul in Iraq. Georgene Rice discusses the significance of this day with Todd Nettleton of Voice of the Martyrs and the lessons learned from persecuted Christians.

Our efforts to be faithful to Christ today may leave us isolated and lonely. Philip De Courcy of “Know the Truth” ministry discusses the spiritual approach to loneliness with Pastor Steve DeWitt, author of “Loneliness: Don't Hate it or Waste it. Redeem it.”

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The Christian Outlook - June 8, 2024

Craig Roberts invites Attorney Joe Murray to provide an analysis of the Trump trial, where Donald Trump was found guilty of all 34 charges against him.

Albert Mohler offers insights on this tinderbox moment and the dangers that lie ahead.

John Hall and Kathy Emmons discuss with Sarah Zylstra, of the Gospel Coalition, the prevalence of smartphone usage and its impact on social interaction and the resulting decline in young male friendships.

Georgene Rice and Jean Holthaus, author of “Managing Worry and Anxiety: Practical Tools to Help You Deal with Life’s Challenges,” talk about the pace and the stressors of life in America today.

For more, check out the full interview of Georgene Rice and Jean Holthaus here.

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The Christian Outlook - June 1, 2024

With significant changes in women's sports policies across the United States, Dr. Albert Mohler discusses the implications and potential Supreme Court involvement in the wake of the Biden administration's redefinition of Title IX.

Chris Stigall discusses the upcoming fall election with Kim Russell, an Independent Women's Forum ambassador, highlighting concerns about Title IX changes. Russell leads a coalition of women on a nationwide bus tour to spread awareness of the need to protect women's rights.

Georgene Rice explores the clash between federal workplace guidelines and Christian convictions regarding gender identity with guest Dr. James Spencer of the D. L. Moody Center.

Greg Seltz invites Mary Margaret Olohan to shed light on the challenges faced by individuals who de-transition, as outlined in her book "Detrans: True Stories of Escaping the Gender Ideology Cult."

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The Christian Outlook - May 25, 2024

Greg Seltz talks to Jay Richards of the Heritage Foundation and co-author of the new book, “Fight the Good Fight: How an Alliance of Faith and Reason Can Win the Culture War.” They discuss our cultural struggles and how Christians have new allies with which to align and re-engage.

Scott Furrow invites Jennifer Kennedy, High School Teacher at Sacramento City Unified School District, to share an update about a big win for parental rights and education in California.

Albert Mohler looks at the ICC—the International Criminal Court—putting out an arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

Eric Metaxas talks with Roger Kimball, editor of The New Criterion, about the fragility of all the developed world has built, how quickly it can be destroyed, and the consequences of Orwellian thought police on a culture.

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The Christian Outlook - May 18, 2024

Albert Mohler warns listeners to not be fooled by Target department stores scaling back its "Pride Collection" in half of its locations. They have not changed their minds, only their marketing tactics.

Scott Furrow and Jeff Johnson of Focus on the Family take a step back to look at how we’ve got to this point in our sexual and moral revolution.

Greg Seltz sits down with George Barna of the Cultural Research Center at Arizona Christian University to talk about America's changing worldview, and not for the better.

Owen Strachan, host of the “Grace and Truth” Podcast, talks with Jeremy Vuolo, who serves at Grace Church in southern California, about the Christian's profound need to simply be faithful and trust God, rather than always feeling the need to "do something." They also discuss how God isn't a curmudgeon, but rather He wants us to enjoy life and have fun spending time with Him and His creation.

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