Five Courageous Christians
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Take heart, this civilizational moment has some warriors. __________ Give to The Colson Center by December 31st for double the impact at
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AI and God’s Creation Mandate
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Not all activities can be measured in the utilitarian way that fans of AI claim. __________ Give to The Colson Center by December 31st for double the impact at
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2025: A Mixed Bag for Human Dignity
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Life issues on the docket this year. __________ Give to The Colson Center by December 31st for double the impact at
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2025 Year in Review; Charlie Kirk, Antisemitism, Resurgence of Islam, AI and the Vibe Shift
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In this end-of-year recap episode, Maria Baer and John Stonestreet reflect on the significant cultural shifts of 2025, discussing major stories such as the assassination of Charlie Kirk, the rise of antisemitism, and the evolving landscape of transgenderism. They explore the implications of these events on society and the church, emphasizing the importance of truth and the need for a return to meaningful relationships in the face of technological advancements like AI. The conversation also touches on the changing dynamics of Christian leadership and the ongoing challenges and opportunities...
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Evaluating the “Kirk Effect”
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What has come of the “Kirk Effect”? __________ Give to The Colson Center by December 31st for double the impact at
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It’s Still a Wonderful Life
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Why the classic Christmas movie should play on repeat in homes this holiday. __________ Give to The Colson Center by December 31st for double the impact at
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Christmas Eve From the Moon
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The Gospel story, recited by astronauts, that captivated the world. __________ Give to The Colson Center by December 31st for double the impact at
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Is Christmas a Pagan Holiday?
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Go ahead and put up that tree. __________ Give to The Colson Center by December 31st for double the impact at
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The Rich Theology of Christmas Carols
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Humming along to the truth of Scripture. __________ Give to The Colson Center by December 31st for double the impact at
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Islamic Terror in Australia, the Cancelling of Christmas, Foreign Mega Families and Notes on Being a Man
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John and Maria discuss the rise of anti-Semitism and Islamic violence, and how Western nations are responding to threats by cancelling Christmas. A WSJ piece describes how foreign elites are building families via surrogacy. And a new book provides an update on the crisis of masculinity. Recommendations Segment 1 – Australia Terror Attack Leisure: The Basis of Culture by Josef Pieper Segment 2 – Foreign Mega...
info_outline“For many years, the internet in China was seen as a channel for new thinking, or at least greater openness,” writes Human Rights Watch researcher Yaqiu Wang. “Online discussions were relatively free and open, and users, especially younger ones, had an eager appetite for learning and debating big ideas about political systems and how China should be governed.”
That changed when Xi Jinping took power. Explaining what’s known as China’s “Great Firewall,” Wang notes, “the government got savvier, and more aggressive about using its own technology.” For example, dissidents, journalists, and public figures disappear frequently, sometimes often for minor infractions like logging onto Twitter.
The state’s actions have created “a generational split,” says Wang. “[T]hose who experienced a relatively free internet as young people—many strongly resent the Great Firewall. Among people who started college after Xi took power, however, there is a strong impulse to defend it.”
It’s an extreme example of how tools intended and used for good can also be harnessed for evil. The same resource that can promote flourishing can also promote tyranny. That’s true everywhere, not just China.