Breakpoint

Join John Stonestreet for a daily dose of sanity—applying a Christian worldview to culture, politics, movies, and more. And be a part of God's work restoring all things.

Crises in South Korea and Minneapolis; the Supreme Court Hears the Transgender Athlete Case and the Worldwide Persecution of Christians is Getting Worse. 01/23/2026

Crises in South Korea and Minneapolis; the Supreme Court Hears the Transgender Athlete Case and the Worldwide Persecution of Christians is Getting Worse. John talks about his trip to South Korea where he visited a pastor who is in prison over his faith. John and Maria also discuss the ongoing protests in Minneapolis as well as the Supreme Court hearing on state bans on transgender athletes. Recommendations Segment 1 – Crises South Korea and Minneapolis Segment 2 – Supreme Court Hears Transgender Athletes Case Segment 3 – Headlines ______________________ Watch Truth Rising, now available at . /episode/index/show/colsoncenter/id/39853380

Where Has All the Creativity Gone? 01/23/2026

Where Has All the Creativity Gone?   In educational decadence, classical Christian education roots the created in purpose. ____________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to /episode/index/show/colsoncenter/id/39841195

Early Church Ethics 01/22/2026

Early Church Ethics When Christians don’t “get with the times,” they change empires. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to /episode/index/show/colsoncenter/id/39817985

BONUS: Children in the Image of God 01/21/2026

BONUS: Children in the Image of God Dr. Jeff Myers and Dr. Kathy Koch join John Stonestreet in discussing what it means to raise gender confident kids, and how their new book can help equip parents for hard questions. ____________ Get your free resource while supplies last at /episode/index/show/colsoncenter/id/39808820

Pastor Son’s Trial and the Crisis in South Korea 01/20/2026

Pastor Son’s Trial and the Crisis in South Korea The chipping away of religious freedom and why Christians can’t avoid politics. __________ Register for the Truth Rising showing at Colorado Christian University by visiting . /episode/index/show/colsoncenter/id/39791050

The Need for the Creeds 01/20/2026

The Need for the Creeds Distinguishing who is in a room of the Christian house and who is in another house entirely. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to /episode/index/show/colsoncenter/id/39805190

Colson, Buckley, and You 01/19/2026

Colson, Buckley, and You We would do good to stand on these giant’s shoulders. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to /episode/index/show/colsoncenter/id/39761810

What is Worldview? 01/16/2026

What is Worldview? Why what we believe- especially about the ultimate questions of Origin, Identity, meaning, morality and destiny— shapes how we think and live. ______________________ Watch Truth Rising, now available at . /episode/index/show/colsoncenter/id/39763130

The March for Life Continues 01/16/2026

The March for Life Continues Convincing our neighbors and the greater culture that life matters. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to /episode/index/show/colsoncenter/id/39752060

Getting the “Theism” Right in New Theism 01/15/2026

Getting the “Theism” Right in New Theism The countermovement to the New Atheists will be authentic if it understands the truth and person of Christ. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to /episode/index/show/colsoncenter/id/39733665

Technology and Tyranny: AI, Hubris, and Chronological Snobbery 01/14/2026

Technology and Tyranny: AI, Hubris, and Chronological Snobbery All of us should consider how today’s helpful technologies may become tomorrow’s tyranny. __________ Register for the Truth Rising showing at Colorado Christian University by visiting . /episode/index/show/colsoncenter/id/39720855

Corrie ten Boom’s Life of Faithfulness 01/13/2026

Corrie ten Boom’s Life of Faithfulness How are your New Year’s resolutions going? __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to /episode/index/show/colsoncenter/id/39704445

Robin Hood and Britain’s Future 01/12/2026

Robin Hood and Britain’s Future The little shards of Critical Theory are slowly shattering Britain’s identity. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to /episode/index/show/colsoncenter/id/39675235

The Capture of Maduro, the Inauguration of Mamdani, What’s Ahead in Abortion Laws in the New Year and Adult-Child Estrangement 01/09/2026

The Capture of Maduro, the Inauguration of Mamdani, What’s Ahead in Abortion Laws in the New Year and Adult-Child Estrangement John and Maria talk about the daring raid that captured Nicolas Maduro and Zohran Mamdani taking office in New York. A look ahead to where the abortion debate is headed in 2026 and a discussion about the growing trend of adult children cutting their parents out of their lives. Recommendations Segment 1 – Maduro Capture, Mamdani Inauguration on Maduro on Mamdani Segment 2 – Abortion in 2026 Segment 3 – Adult-Child Estrangement Tearing Us Apart: How Abortion Harms Everything and Solves Nothing by Ryan T. Anderson and Alexandra DeSanctis -------------- Watch Truth Rising, now available at . /episode/index/show/colsoncenter/id/39675280

Mamdani’s Fantasy of “Warm Collectivism” 01/09/2026

Mamdani’s Fantasy of “Warm Collectivism” Two new terrifying words for the English language. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to /episode/index/show/colsoncenter/id/39667070

Ninth Circuit Issues Landmark Religious Liberty Decision 01/08/2026

Ninth Circuit Issues Landmark Religious Liberty Decision The government can not force a Christian organization to hire employees who openly reject its faith and mission. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to /episode/index/show/colsoncenter/id/39650880

Reimagining the American Revolution? 01/07/2026

Reimagining the American Revolution? Many Founding Fathers had a complicated relationship with slavery, but one fought it from the start. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to /episode/index/show/colsoncenter/id/39635545

Liberating Venezuela 01/06/2026

Liberating Venezuela No matter the political landscape, Venezuelans deserve better because they’re image-bearing creatives. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to . /episode/index/show/colsoncenter/id/39620975

Is Your Parenting Disordered? 01/05/2026

Is Your Parenting Disordered? The rise in outsource parenting and why a vibe check might help. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to /episode/index/show/colsoncenter/id/39595360

New Years Kiss on ESPN, Renaming the Kennedy Center, Tradlife Affordability and Ken Burns take on The American Revolution 01/02/2026

New Years Kiss on ESPN, Renaming the Kennedy Center, Tradlife Affordability and Ken Burns take on The American Revolution A New Years kiss led to some anxious moments for an ESPN host. President Trump adds his name to the Kennedy Center. What is keeping young people from marriage. And a new Ken Burns documentary just in time for the nation’s 250th birthday. Recommendations Lead Like Jael: 7 Timeless Principles for Today's Women of Faith by Emma Waters Segment 1 – An Awkward Kiss; Renaming the Kennedy Center Segment 2 – You Can Have a Trad Life Segment 3 – Ken Burns: The American Revolution ______________________ Watch Truth Rising, now available at . /episode/index/show/colsoncenter/id/39595335

Dangerous Liberty and the Safey in Silence 01/02/2026

Dangerous Liberty and the Safey in Silence It takes only one generation who lacks the courage to stand up for what’s right, for liberty to be lost. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to /episode/index/show/colsoncenter/id/39523290

Reflections for New Years Day 01/01/2026

Reflections for New Years Day In this classic BreakPoint commentary, Chuck Colson tells the story behind "Amazing Grace". __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to /episode/index/show/colsoncenter/id/39523255

Five Courageous Christians 12/31/2025

Five Courageous Christians Take heart, this civilizational moment has some warriors. __________ Give to The Colson Center by December 31st for double the impact at /episode/index/show/colsoncenter/id/39523175

AI and God’s Creation Mandate 12/30/2025

AI and God’s Creation Mandate 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 /episode/index/show/colsoncenter/id/39523145

2025: A Mixed Bag for Human Dignity 12/29/2025

2025: A Mixed Bag for Human Dignity Life issues on the docket this year. __________ Give to The Colson Center by December 31st for double the impact at /episode/index/show/colsoncenter/id/39523125

2025 Year in Review; Charlie Kirk, Antisemitism, Resurgence of Islam, AI and the Vibe Shift 12/26/2025

2025 Year in Review; Charlie Kirk, Antisemitism, Resurgence of Islam, AI and the Vibe Shift 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 for the church in a rapidly shifting cultural context. Segment 1 – Charlie Kirk and Antisemitism Segment 2 – Charlie Kirk and Culture Segment 3 – Transgenderism, AI, Return to Masculinity and 2025 Deaths The Desecration of Man How the Rejection of God Degrades Our Humanity By Carl Trueman ______________________ Make a gift by December 31 to help us form families, churches, and schools in the Christian worldview in 2026! Thanks to a generous grant, your gift will be doubled, up to $500,000. Give today at . Watch Truth Rising, now available at . /episode/index/show/colsoncenter/id/39520205

Evaluating the “Kirk Effect” 12/26/2025

Evaluating the “Kirk Effect” What has come of the “Kirk Effect”? __________ Give to The Colson Center by December 31st for double the impact at /episode/index/show/colsoncenter/id/39520160

It’s Still a Wonderful Life 12/25/2025

It’s Still a Wonderful Life 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 /episode/index/show/colsoncenter/id/39520015

Christmas Eve From the Moon 12/24/2025

Christmas Eve From the Moon The Gospel story, recited by astronauts, that captivated the world. __________ Give to The Colson Center by December 31st for double the impact at /episode/index/show/colsoncenter/id/39519895

Is Christmas a Pagan Holiday? 12/23/2025

Is Christmas a Pagan Holiday? Go ahead and put up that tree. __________ Give to The Colson Center by December 31st for double the impact at /episode/index/show/colsoncenter/id/39510250

Breakpoint

TOPICS