Breakpoint

We look back at the life of Senator Lindsey Graham. Two politicians talked about American exceptionalism on July 4th; they both got it wrong. And England continues to flirt with oppressive laws    Segment 1 – Lindsey Graham's Death; American Exceptionalism Daily Citizen Article on Lindsey Graham   Mamdani's Address  Segment 2 – Children Rights; Is Britain Gone?  Children's Rights Poll  Them Before Us press release  Rod Dreher article on England  Segment 3 – AI and the Economy  We Must Act Now statement  Fake ID by Abdu Murray  Great Lakes Symposium  Great Lakes Symposium Livestream  Our Bodies by Christopher West     

If eyes are a window to the soul, denying God's created identity only brings despair.   __________ Apply for the Colson Fellows program at colsonfellows.org/apply.

Maintaining the Christian worldview in this next frontier. __________ Join Abdu Murray, Gretchen Huizinga, and John Lennox (virtually) as they help us explore how Christians can live out our God-given humanity in an increasingly AI-driven world. Register at greatlakessymposium.org.

Jean Twenge joins John Stonestreet to discuss what parents can do to protect their children from harm in a world so different from the one they grew up in.

A new study finds that suicide risk rises and falls with social conditions, but the Church should be a rock of hope.  __________ Start Truth Rising: The Study for free today at colsoncenter.org/study.

The "man-moulders of the new age" vs. Imago Dei. __________ Partner with thousands of others in supporting The Colson Center by visiting colsoncenter.org/cornerstone.

The Northwest Ordinance significantly shaped the future of slavery and education in America. __________ To watch a complementary session from Chloe Cole and have the opportunity to receive access to the complete conference video library with a gift of any amount, visit colsoncenter.org/july.

Washington DC celebrated Independence Day in a big way last weekend. Two states with two very different education directives and new research on suicide has some very sobering findings.    Segment 1 – July 4th Celebrations and Education News  Christian Post article on Maine school directive  AP article on Texas schools  Segment 2 – Ground breaking Suicide Study  Suicide Study  Article on women helping people die  Segment 3 – Questions and Comments     

Humble servitude and a life well lived. __________ And for more resources, or to share this commentary with others, visit breakpoint.org.

The Bible is God's revealed Word to us, not our word to make applicable to the cultural moment. _________ Join Abdu Murray, Gretchen Huizinga, and John Lennox (virtually) as they help us explore how Christians can live out our God-given humanity in an increasingly AI-driven world. Register at greatlakessymposium.org.

The Founders knew that unrestrained government power was the first enemy of freedom. __________ Download the Colson Educators app today on the Apple App Store or Google Play.

Even "the father" of evolutionary theory found holes in his belief system. __________ Start Truth Rising: The Study for free today at colsoncenter.org/study.

Is it ethical to charge 15% more for rich clients? __________ Partner with thousands of others in supporting The Colson Center by visiting colsoncenter.org/cornerstone.

A bevy of rulings from the US Supreme Court this Week. John talks with attorney Ian Speir about them. America celebrates his 250th birthday and John and Maria answer questions from listeners.    Segment 1 – SCOTUS Decisions  MSN article on Supreme Court rulings  Segment 2 – Independence Day  Breakpoint article on patriotism  PBS The American Revolution  Breakpoint article on Europeans visiting America  Segment 3 – Questions and Comments  NPR article on disability memo  Joni and Friends website  Legacy Coalition  Big Picture Story Bible  The Jesus Storybook Bible  Summit Ministries  Worldview Academy  Impact 360 Institute       

The year before he died, Chuck Colson delivered a Breakpoint commentary on the July Fourth holiday in which he reflected on our national identity. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org.

America's Christian roots should be the catalyst of our respect and the inspiration to want better. __________ Join Abdu Murray, Gretchen Huizinga, and John Lennox (virtually) as they help us explore how Christians can live out our God-given humanity in an increasingly AI-driven world. Register at greatlakessymposium.org.

Dr. Allan Josephson joins John Stonestreet to discuss being fired for speaking out about gender ideology, and how ADF helped vindicate him.

A looming transition and a call for the Church to persevere.   __________ Download the Colson Educators app today on the Apple App Store or Google Play.

AI is here. Hiding from it isn't an option. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org.

We owe it to children to tell the truth and oppose the lies. __________ Apply for the Colson Fellows program at colsonfellows.org/apply.

A devastating earthquake hits Venezuela. John and Maria discuss socialist primary victories in New York, a new Gallup poll on religion, the New York Times' Father's Day essay, Canada's speech law, anti-Semitism on the right, and listener questions.    Segment 1 – Venezuela Earthquake; NYC Primaries; Religion in America  Venezuela earthquake article  Coverage of New York City primary elections  Gallup poll on religion in America    Segment 2 – Father's Day; Canada's Speech Law; Anti-Semitism  New York Times Father's Day essay coverage  Canada Bill C-9  Tucker Carlson interview with JD Hall  Open Doors World Watch List 2026    Segment 3 – Questions and Comments  Wild at Heart by John Eldredge  Free Press article on Christian men's retreat  Question on church membership and transgender-identifying individuals   

Millions of Americans now believe and live as if Obergefell has settled the question of same-sex "marriage". It did not.  __________ Help ADF defend our freedoms by giving at joinadf.com/breakpoint.

The French philosopher rejected fixed human nature and birthed an identity crisis for the books. __________ Help ADF defend our freedoms by giving at joinadf.com/breakpoint.

If we are to be people who are faithful to our families, our nation, and to God, we will need His help. __________ Help ADF defend our freedoms by giving at joinadf.com/breakpoint.

Religious worldview matters.  __________ Help ADF defend our freedoms by giving at joinadf.com/breakpoint.

Should Christians love their country? __________ Help ADF defend our freedoms by giving at joinadf.com/breakpoint.

Details of the deal to end hostilities between the US and Iran have been released. Also released this week a report on sexual abuse of women and girls in the UK. The World Cup's attempt at a pride match hits a snag.    Segment 1 – Iran Deal; UK Rape Report   MSN article on Iran Deal  Breakpoint interview with Eric Patterson  The Looming Tower by Larence Wright  What ISIS Really Wants  The Death of the Grown Up  The Clash of Civilizations  UK Rape Report  UK Social Media Ban Proposal  Segment 2 – World Cup Pride Match; WPATH Sued; PCUSA Proposes Monogamy  Yahoo article on World Cup  Christian Post article on WPATH  Fox article on minor league team refusing to wear uniforms  RNS article on Presbyterian Church USA  Segment 3 – Importance of Fathers  IFS Study on Fathers  I Was Longing for a Father  Why Fathers Matter BP article 

Happy Father's Day to all the dads; you make a difference.  __________ Help ADF defend our freedoms by giving at joinadf.com/breakpoint.

What does Scripture say about the role and rank of angels?  __________ Help ADF defend our freedoms by giving at joinadf.com/breakpoint.

Professor Robert P. George joins John Stonestreet in discussing Fidelity Month.

They came for the soccer, but America is wooing international first-timers. __________ Help ADF defend our freedoms by giving at joinadf.com/breakpoint.

Believers should speak of our Savior, the Bible, and our faith with the confidence of both objective truth and a changed life. __________ Help ADF defend our freedoms by giving at joinadf.com/breakpoint.

Non-believers don't understand how theologically deep and rooted is the Christian faith in truth.  __________ Help ADF defend our freedoms by giving at joinadf.com/breakpoint.

Sen Lee of Utah took exception with the Pentagon's labelling. NYT announces a new era of gene editing. John talks to Professor Robbie George about Fidelity Month. HelloFresh promotes perversion, A YouTuber is criticized for aborting a preborn baby diagnosed with Down Syndrome, but Bethany Christian Services makes a welcome change.     Segment 1 – Are Mormons Christian? Gene Editing is Back  Breakpoint article  NY Times article on gene editing  Andrew Walker article  Segment 2 – Fidelity Month  Fidelity Month website  Segment 3 – YouTuber Kills Preborn Baby after Down Syndrome Diagnosis  YouTuber article  Spectator Hello Fresh article  Bethany Christian Services statement  Resolve Conflict and Find Peace and Hope with Adult Children: Strategies and Conversations That Work by Kathy Koch       

America's founding recognizes human exceptionalism.  __________ Help ADF defend our freedoms by giving at adf.com/breakpoint.

Bacon was an important thinker for the future and the Christian faith. __________ Help ADF defend our freedoms by giving at joinadf.com/breakpoint.

The debate about what it means to be a Christian clearly needed to happen. __________ Help us reach our $1 million goal by June 30 at colsoncenter.org/june.

What should winning the kingdom really look like for the young men excited about their faith?  __________ Help ADF defend our freedoms by giving at adf.com/breakpoint.

Dr. Kathy Koch shares three insights from her new book, Resolve Conflict and Find Peace and Hope with Adult Children, that can keep your relationship with your children healthy and restore it if it's unhealthy.  __________ Help ADF defend our freedoms by giving at joinadf.com/breakpoint.

Pope Leo's Letter has some thoughts on artificial intelligence; an increasing number of schools are telling students to leave their phones at home; Pride Month isn't getting as much recognition this year and college students can't read.  Recommendations  The Call by Os Guinness  Engaging God's World by Cornelius Plantinga  Truth Rising Study  Summit  Worldview Academy  Just Do Something by Kevin DeYoung  Segment 1 – Pope Leo's Magnifica Humanitas and Schools Ban Phones  Magnifica Humanitas  Jonathan Haidt's Ted Talk  Behind the AI Curtain by Don Sweeting  BPTW with John Stonestreet and John Lennox  Dallas schools see strong boost in school library use since banning phones  Segment 2 – Fidelity Month  Podium article  Retailers Scale Back Pride Month Themed Apparel for Children  After decades of rising support, same-sex marriage acceptance may be stalling, Gallup poll shows  Segment 3 – College Students Can't Read  Harvard policy  Chronicle of Higher Education article  Greater Than Campaign 

A look at Al Gore's documentary 20 years later. __________ Help us reach our $1 million goal by June 30 at colsoncenter.org/june.

Tim Goeglein joins John Stonestreet in discussing Tim's new book, What Really Matters: Restoring a Legacy of Faith, Freedom, and Family.

The fight for life-giving humor.  __________ Educators, bring a deeper Christian worldview into your classroom by visiting colsonfellows.org/apply.

Catto believed fighting for equality was part of the Christian duty. __________ Download the Colson Educators app today on the Apple App Store or Google Play.

If killing critically ill newborns isn't the line, where is it for medically assisted suicide?  __________ Start Truth Rising: The Study for free today at colsoncenter.org/study.

A month of fidelity, not pride. ___________ Partner with thousands of others in supporting The Colson Center by visiting colsoncenter.org/cornerstone.

John interviews Oxford professor and apologist John Lennox on Artificial Intelligence, how should Christians view this technology, and how to maintain a Christian vision of what it means to be human.   Segment 1 – Two Kinds of AI  God, AI and the End of History: Understanding the Book of Revelation in an Age of Intelligent Machines  Segment 2 –  Should We Fear AI?  What is Claude Mythos?  Segment 3 – AI and Reality  Homo Deus: A Brief History of Tomorrow  My Story by John Lennox   

Beyond time, Father, Son, and Spirit has had full personal fellowship within Himself. __________ Join us in praying for our country by visiting joinadf.com/breakpoint.

What's happening when narratives, real or not, win over truths?   __________ Help us reach our $1 million goal at colsoncenter.org/may.

Ryan Bomberger is an amazing speaker with an amazing story, that is now the subject of a new book and documentary. __________ Join us in praying for our country by visiting joinadf.com/breakpoint.

We are called to not be deceived and to not fear. __________ Join us for our 2026 Rooted Educator Worldview Summit by visiting colsoneducators.org/rooted.

Why the Church's greatest need is formation.  __________ Partner with thousands of others in supporting The Colson Center by visiting colsoncenter.org/cornerstone.

A report out of the UN says concerns about climate change were overstated. People who use chatbots are changing their views of morality. Proposed rules for funding colleges could create problems for Christian colleges. And another bizarre ruling from the Colorado Supreme Court on hospitals and transgender care.    Recommendations  Triggernometry podcast    Segment 1 – OVERBLOWN CLIMATE CONCERNS; CHATBOTS INFLUENCING MORALITY  Energy News Beat article  Washington Post article  Rod Dreher commentary  Article on Chatbot interaction  Segment 2 – PASSING OF BOB WOODSON; CHRISTIAN COLLEGE FUNDING CONCERNS  Woodson Center announcement  Christianity Today article on college funding  Segment 3 – CO SUPREME COURT ORDERS RESTART OF MINOR TRANSGENDER CARE  NY Times article on Colorado hospital  FOX News article on Texas Children's Hospital   

Woodson was a civil rights warrior who didn't buy the dominant narrative about race and oppression.  __________ Download the Colson Educators app today on the Apple App Store or Google Play.

What's the point of formation over efficiency, leisure over work, and wisdom over perfection?  __________ Manage your money with a team that takes good stewardship to heart. Visit sovereignpw.com.

Dr. Mildred Fay Jefferson laid the groundwork for the pro-life cause in America.  __________ Register for our Truth Rising watch party in Knoxville by visiting colsoncenter.org/knoxville.

Like all human beings with eternity in their hearts, Disney adults are creatures of longing. __________ Help us reach our $1 million goal at colsoncenter.org/may.

Graduating, commencing, and a better way.  __________ Start Truth Rising: The Study for free today at colsoncenter.org/study.

A new report on the atrocities committed by Hamas on October 7th. Connecticut is close to enacting a law placing more restrictions on homeschoolers. Katy Faust of Them Before Us was the victim of a hit piece by the Seattle Times. And John and Maria will talk about the administration's infatuation with IVF.    Recommendations  The World and Everything in It  Segment 1 – The Horrors of October 7; Attempts to Restrict Homeschooling  MSN article on October 7 report  Telegraph article on Nicholas Kristoff  More violence in Nigeria  Connecticut Democrats pass bill restricting homeschooling    Segment 2 – Seattle Times Doxes Katy Faust; White House Pushes IVF  MSN article on Chloe Cole  Age of first time mothers hit record high  Segment 3 – Questions and Comments  A Practical Guide to Culture: Helping the Next Generation Navigate Today's World  The Briefing  Breakpoint   

The fissure in America's ideological Left.  __________ Get ahead of the Colson Fellows summer application rush by applying today colsonfellows.org/apply.

How Martin Luther and centuries of Church thinkers inspired the Bill of Rights.  __________ Start Truth Rising: The Study for free today at colsoncenter.org/study.

A Tennessee bill and a grass-roots effort bring light to a darkened June.  __________ Join us in praying for our country by visiting joinadf.com/breakpoint.

When thinking about things like UFO's, aliens, and UAP's, the best place to start is with the rule and reign of Christ over all things.  __________ Join us for our 2026 Rooted Educator Worldview Summit by visiting colsoneducators.org/rooted.

The legacy work of how we face death. __________ Join us in praying for our country by visiting joinadf.com/breakpoint.

We're celebrating mothers this Mother's Day weekend. Another study confirms what most already knew; church is good for your family. And there is growing frustration in the pro-life movement with the Trump administration.     Recommendations  Them Before Us YouTube Video  The Desecration of Man by Carl Trueman    Segment 1 – Mother's Day  Them Before Us Substack  Them Before Us YouTube Video  Greater Than Campaign  Segment 2 – Church is Good for You; Is AI Alive?  X Post  Religion Unplugged article  2021 Study  Guardian Article on AI  Segment 3 – Pro-Life Frustration with the White House   WSJ article     

The language of the laws of nature and nature's God.   __________ For additional resources, or to download and share this commentary, visit breakpoint.org. 

It would make many comfortable if the Founders were Deists, but were they? __________ Download the Colson Educators app today on the Apple App Store or Google Play.

Another First Amendment case is on the docket from the increasingly progressive Rocky Mountain state.   __________ Manage your money with a team that takes good stewardship to heart. Visit sovereignpw.com.

Though a few statements about Jesus in the Koran align with what we know from the Bible, other parts do not. __________ Register for our Truth Rising watch party in Knoxville by visiting colsoncenter.org/knoxville.

Christians are right to lament moral collapse but should never be reduced to despair. __________ Make a gift by May 8th to receive Dr. Carl Trueman's new book, The Desecration of Man at colsoncenter.org/may.

The alleged shooter at the White House Correspondents' Dinner touts his Christian faith in his manifesto. A new documentary released this week is likely to be a breath of fresh air. Planned Parenthood downplays its involvement in gender transition procedures and is the Catholic Church planning to go silent on sex?      Segment 1 – Another Assassination Attempt; God, Creation and the Story of Everything  Shooter's Manifesto  Generations by Jean Twenge  Christopher Lasch research  Desecration of Man Offer  WSJ article on documentary  Documentary trailer  Segment 2 – Planned Parenthood Gender Transitions; Pope Downplays Focus on Sexual Activity  Lifesite News article  Rueter's Article on Pope  Segment 3 – Uncomfortable Questions about Abortion  House Hearing Testimony  SCOTUS NJ Ruling 

According to Carl Trueman, transgression and desecration are at the heart of our current cultural crisis. __________ Partner with thousands of others in supporting The Colson Center by visiting colsoncenter.org/cornerstone.

Human flourishing needs stillness.  __________ Register for our Truth Rising watch party in Knoxville by visiting colsoncenter.org/knoxville.

Babies need their mamas. There are few things more obvious than that. __________ Download the Colson Educators app today on the Apple App Store or Google Play.

Thomas Huxley's Atheism-lite.  __________ Make a gift by May 8th to receive Dr. Carl Trueman's new book, The Desecration of Man at colsoncenter.org/april.

Anything can be programmed to be intelligent, but wisdom is uniquely human.  __________ Share how Dr. Os Guinness' writing or speaking has impacted your faith at colsoncenter.org/tribute.

The Southern Poverty Law Center is indicted on charges of fraud in their attacks on conservative groups. A Gallup poll finds a resurgence of religious interest among young men. Clarence Thomas gives a rousing speech on our Constitution. And Tennessee sets aside June as a month to honor the nuclear family.    Recommendations  Clarence Thomas Speech at UT-Austin    Segment 1 – SPLC Indicted; Young Men's Religious Revival  SPLC Free Press article  Gallup Poll on Young Men and Religion  Clarence Thomas Speech at UT-Austin  Segment 2 – Religious Foster Parents Win in Court; TN Declares Nuclear Family Month  ADF Case  TN Declares Nuclear Family Month as an alternative to Pride Month.  Fidelity Month website  Where's mama video  Segment 3 – Easing Restrictions on Medical Marijuana  NY Times article on medical marijuana  Hill article on psychedelics   

The pointless practice of looking at the past through the lens of the present.  __________ Download the Colson Educators app today on the Apple App Store or Google Play.

A Christian conservatism without Christ is no more Christian than a Christian progressivism without Him.  __________ Make a gift by May 8th to receive Dr. Carl Trueman's new book, The Desecration of Man at colsoncenter.org/april.

Struggling through difficult questions surrounding the meaning of death and organ donation is not optional for the Church.  __________ Applications for next year's class are now open, and you can learn more at colsonfellows.org.

There is a way for Christians to soar in an AI future.  __________ Start Truth Rising: The Study for free today at colsoncenter.org/study.

Aliens, UFOs, and what we know from Scripture.  __________ Join us for our 2026 Rooted Educator Worldview Summit by visiting colsoneducators.org/rooted.

Trump's social media post portraying himself as Jesus is widely condemned Pope Leo XIV and the administration spar over the war with Iran. Tucker Carlson claims Muslims love Jesus. Is that true? And John and Maria discuss pain.  Recommendations  Creed by Steven Turner  Elevation Rhythm  Segment 1 – Trump's Truth Social Post and the Pope Condemns the Iran War  USA Today article on Trump's post  AP article on the Pope  Segment 2 – Do Muslims Love Jesus? And N.T. Wright Questions Bible Stories  Christian Post article on Tucker Carlson's comments  N.T. Wright Questions Bible Stories  Segment 3 – How to Think about Pain  Tell Me Where It Hurts by Rachel Zoffness  The Problem of Pain by C. S. Lewis     

Culture is getting ideas of singleness and marriage exactly backwards. __________ Partner with thousands of others in supporting The Colson Center by visiting colsoncenter.org/cornerstone.

More groundbreaking proof that medicalizing gender confusion doesn't help.  __________ Register for America Reads the Bible at americareadsthebible.com/online.

Christian hope found in the American spirit.  __________ Applications for next year's class are now open, and you can learn more at colsonfellows.org.

Dr. Carl Trueman's new book highlights the ways Nietzsche predicted and cautioned about what was to come.  __________ Register for our Truth Rising watch party in Knoxville by visiting colsoncenter.org/knoxville.

We must appeal to and uphold God's clear moral standards amid vast moral confusion. __________ Start Truth Rising: The Study for free today at colsoncenter.org/study.

John and Maria talk about the Artemis II mission. A new study finds mental health worsens after gender transitions. And what's behind the falling teen pregnancy rate?    Segment 1 – Seeing God from Space  Artemis and Human exceptionalism  Victor Glover article  Segment 2 – Finland Study on Gender Dysphoria  Finland Transgender Study  City Journal article  Segment 3 – Teen Birth Rates Dropping  Teen Birth Rate hits Record Low  Ross Douthat – Ben Sasse interview  Gilead by Marilynne Robinson 

The mystery of love and our created specialness from space.  __________ Register for America Reads the Bible at americareadsthebible.com/online.

Jesus' body was not heisted, imagined, impersonated, or misplaced. __________ Applications for next year's class are now open, and you can learn more at colsonfellows.org.

What does lipstick say about our worldview?  __________ Register for our Truth Rising watch party in Knoxville by visiting colsoncenter.org/knoxville.

Carl Trueman joins John Stonestreet in discussing Carl's new book, The Desecration of Man: How the Rejection of God Degrades Our Humanity. __________ Receive Carl Trueman's new book when you gift any amount to The Colson Center at colsoncenter.org/restore.

  How the creator of the Wizard of Id and B.C. taught millions about the resurrection of Christ.  _________ Help us raise leaders and shape lives through truth by visiting colsoncenter.org/april.

The risen Christ did not leverage anyone else's death for his cause. He offered his own.  __________ Partner with thousands of others in supporting The Colson Center by visiting colsoncenter.org/cornerstone.

The Supreme Court Rules Colorado's law governing conversion therapy violates free speech. In Spain the real-life example of how assisted suicide harms the vulnerable. John and Maria talk Easter and the connection between the miracles and morality of Christ. And Jaden Ivey loses his spot on an NBA roster because of his outspoken faith.     Segment 1 – News Headlines  Chiles Decision  Politico article  Supreme Court Opinion  How the State Failed Noelia  First Things article  Premier article  Segment 2 - Easter Apologetics    Sean McDowell vs Bart Ehrman video  Did Jesus Rise from the Dead video    Segment 3 - Jaden Ivey and the NBA Speech Police  ESPN article       

Good Friday—Jesus' last words on the cross fulfill Scripture.  __________ Sign up for Truth Rising: The Study at colsoncenter.org/study.

The Resurrection actually happened, and is the Reality to which these myths have always pointed.  __________ Help us raise leaders and shape lives through truth by visiting colsoncenter.org/april.

An early version of this commentary wrongly referred to Lori Phillips as the owner of 303 Creative, rather than Lori Smith. We apologize for this misstatement. The First Amendment doesn't allow enabling speech on one ideological viewpoint while restricting speech on another.  __________ Partner with thousands of others in supporting The Colson Center by visiting colsoncenter.org/cornerstone.

Hopes of revival are being hotly contested, but that shouldn't stop us from expecting the move of God always.  __________ Grab your ticket to CCNC before they sell out completely at colsonconference.org.

We must protect every vulnerable life and support every vulnerable mother and father every chance we are given. __________ Applications for next year's class are now open, and you can learn more at colsonfellows.org.

John and Maria discuss three lawsuits in the news; the guilty verdict for a Finnish lawmaker over an "insult"; Moody student teachers can stay in Chicago classrooms as part of their training. And a Jury finds Meta harms children. Also, how should Christians view the deaths of Kermit Gosnell and Paul Ehrlich.    Recommendations  Trevin Wax X post  Gospel Coalition article  Lead Like Jael by Emma Waters  Segment 1 – News Headlines  ADF article on Paivi Rasanen  X post on Rasanen  Moody student teachers article  Jury finds social media platforms harmful in pair of lawsuits  LA Times articles on social media lawsuit  Segment 2 – Deaths of Gosnell and Ehrlich  Kermit Gosnell   Paul Ehrlich   Segment 3 – Christian Worldview and Morality  Pew Study  Trevin Wax X post  Gospel Coalition article 

It seems God values beauty for beauty's sake.  __________ Register for our Church Leadership Summit at colsoncenter.org/churchsummit.

Understanding the divide between America's Christian ideals and its history of slavery.  __________ Applications for next year's class are now open, and you can learn more at colsonfellows.org.

The truth matters, and it matters more than our tribe. __________ Join the movement by visiting colsoncenter.org/march.

The tragic legacy of the book, The Population Bomb.  __________ Join us for our 2026 Rooted Educator Worldview Summit by visiting colsoneducators.org/rooted.

We cannot know what God might do with our obedience. __________ Grab your ticket to CCNC before they sell out completely at colsonconference.org.

We talk with three Colson Fellows who share their experiences with the program and how they've used it later in their lives to live with clarity, confidence and courage.    Segment 1 – What Attracts People to the Fellows Program  Colson Fellows Program  Segment 2 – Fellowship and Learning Through Cohorts  Summit Ministries  Segment 3 – Application, Discipleship and Being Equipped for the Moment     

Key Scripture that pro-abortionists point to and why life in the womb wins every time.  __________ Join us for our 2026 Rooted Educator Worldview Summit by visiting colsoneducators.org/rooted.

Human intelligence is far too complex to have happened by chance. __________ Access Truth Rising The Study for FREE by visiting colsoncenter.org/study.

As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, it is essential to reflect on the role of the Bible and Christianity in shaping the country. __________ Help us keep the Colson Fellows program affordable by visiting colsoncenter.org/march.

Of the thousands of green-clad parade-goers, marchers, and partiers today, few know about Patrick, the man for whom today's holiday is named. __________ Register for our Church Leadership Summit at colsoncenter.org/churchsummit.

A UK study found teens think Jesus is offensive, and they're right.  __________ Register for America Reads the Bible at americareadsthebible.com/online.

A proposal in Congress that would impact the abortion pill. A Senate candidate from Texas has some strange theological ideas. The good and bad side of purity culture. And should Christians be connoisseurs of today's art?    Segment 1 – Proposed Mifepristone Ban; The Bible According to Talarico  Hawley proposes bans on mifepristone  A Kind Heretic is Still a Heretic  David French article  Breakpoint article on Talerico  Segment 2 – Purity Culture  A New Purity Culture – First Things  Segment 3 – The State of Conservative Art  First Things article  BBC report  Segment 4 - Questions and Comments   

Adding text to Scripture because it's "progressive" might score secular points, but it doesn't make it truer.  __________ Partner with thousands of others in supporting The Colson Center by visiting colsoncenter.org/cornerstone.

The biblical authority parents have over their children is a sphere the state cannot, and should not, contravene. __________ Ready to deepen your faith? Visit colsonfellows.org

. . . and other nonsense Jesus would not have done.  __________ Access Truth Rising The Study for FREE by visiting colsoncenter.org/study.

Chuck Colson's daily prayer was to light the marketplace of ideas afire with Gospel truth. __________ Register for our Church Leadership Summit at colsoncenter.org/churchsummit.

Businesses are returning to "business as usual" on ideological issues.  __________ Help us keep the Colson Fellows program affordable by visiting colsoncenter.org/march.

As war rages in the Middle East, John and Maria talk about what makes a just war. New studies show a sharp decline in both those identifying as LGB+ and in heterosexuals dating. And The Supreme Court stops California schools from keeping parents in the dark, for now.    Recommendations  Summit  Dominic Sandbrook     Segment 1 – Iran and the Just War Theory  Breakpoint Bonus Podcast  Hardcore history podcast  Tom Holland podcast  Segment 2 – The Decline of LGB+ and Dating  Bradley X Post  Brad Wilcox X post  Segment 3 – CA School Transgender Policy Stopped  NY Times article   

Jailing dissidents is a standard operating procedure for Communist dictatorships, but Lai is no standard dissident. _________ Partner with thousands of others in supporting The Colson Center by visiting colsoncenter.org/cornerstone

The Zoomers aren't religious, but the ones going to church are seeking depth.  __________ Access Truth Rising The Study for FREE by visiting colsoncenter.org/study.

The "lost boys" rebelling in all the right ways.  __________ Help us keep the Colson Fellows program affordable by visiting colsoncenter.org/march.

Dr. Eric Patterson joins John Stonestreet in discussing how Christians can navigate a just war with Iran. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org.

It's essential for Christians to think like Christians about anything, including current world affairs.  ___________ Help us keep the Colson Fellows program affordable by visiting colsoncenter.org/march.

Some denominations are aging out.  __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org. 

John and Maria take a look at the highlights and lowlights of President Trump's State of the Union speech. More medical institutions and professionals are rethinking their past support of gender affirming care. And Colorado continues to lead the nation in the harassment of Christians.  Recommendations  Redemption arcadia sermons  Proud of Us  Segment 1 – State of the Union  Washington Stand article  US Hockey Team  Segment 2 – Backtracking on Trans Surgeries; Student Mental Health  Vanderbilt Trans Surgeries  ACSI report on mental health  Rooted Conference  Segment 3 – More Religious Harassment in Colorado; Did Jesus Have a God Complex?  Colorado Religious Liberty Cases  Youthscape study  Vermont Foster Care Case   

A far-reaching hoax over a century ago reveals something about our searching souls.  __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org.

First, Whose are we? __________ For additional resources, or to download and share this commentary, visit breakpoint.org. 

Is legalizing "sex work" no big deal for society?  __________ Want to be a part of equipping Christians? Make a gift to the Colson Center today by visiting colsoncenter.org/february.

Ordering life from the perspective of death. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org.

Part of the job of parents, grandparents, pastors, and teachers is to prepare students for the questions and criticisms they will face. __________ For additional resources, or to download and share this commentary, visit breakpoint.org. 

Marco Rubio's Munich speech is filled with worldview lessons. The topic of antisemitism pops up at a Religious Liberty Commission hearing. And Colorado lawmakers introduce a proposal to legalize prostitution.    Recommendations  Ben Sasse interview  Segment 1 – Rubio Munich Speech  Rubio's Speech  It Was Said Podcast  Breakpoint article  Segment 2 – News Headlines  Controversy at Religious Liberty Commission  CO Sex Workers Bill  NY Times article on Marijuana  Segment 3 – Questions and Comments  Colson Fellows program   

Christians are people of hope, made for such a time as this, and providentially placed in this moment of God's unfolding story. __________ Want to be a part of equipping Christians? Make a gift to the Colson Center today by visiting colsoncenter.org/february.

Christians should be the first to defend and promote what is good and worthy of preserving. __________ For additional resources, or to download and share this commentary, visit breakpoint.org. 

Today is Ash Wednesday, which marks the beginning of the 40-day period in the church calendar known as Lent, a time of preparation leading up to Holy Week and Resurrection Sunday. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, visit Colsoncenter.org

Modern pagans despise Christian sexual morality, but they are forced to borrow from it as they condemn the kind of horrific treatment of women and children revealed in the Epstein files. __________ For additional resources, or to download and share this commentary, visit breakpoint.org. 

Christian efforts in politics can shape American culture.  __________ For additional resources, or to download and share this commentary, visit breakpoint.org. 

Another transgender goes on a shooting spree. A racist meme from the White House is causing controversy. A look at the two Super Bowl Halftime shows. And what's the next big thing coming from AI?    Recommendations  IFS Study on Dating    Segment 1 – Canada School Shooter  Fox News Report    Segment 2 – Trump's Meme and Super Bowl Halftime Shows  Daily Citizen article    Segment 3 – Something Big is Coming  Fortune article    ______________________   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 colsoncenter.org/november.   Watch Truth Rising, now available at truthrising.com/colson. 

The Founding Fathers framed the struggle against Britain as a moral crusade in need of divine favor, not just a political one.  __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org.

The fundamental truth that all life is worth living is the bedrock of a healthy and flourishing civilization. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org. 

The Zoomers aren't religious, but the ones going to church are seeking depth.  __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org.

This past weekend had the Olympics Opening Ceremonies and the Super Bowl halftime show: How did worldviews fare?  __________ Access Truth Rising The Study for FREE by visiting colsoncenter.org/study.

The thinning of the soul needs the robustness of Truth.  __________ For additional resources, or to download and share this commentary, visit breakpoint.org.

Once again this year there is a lot of controversy surrounding Sunday's Super Bowl Halftime show. A $2 million verdict is awarded to a victim of transgender care. And how will demographics impact the church over the next few decades?    Segment 1 – Super Bowl LX Halftime Show  One Million Moms urges Christians to boycott Bad Bunny's 'Queer Icons' Super Bowl halftime show  Turning Point halftime show    Segment 2 – Transgender Lawsuit  Breakpoint article  AMA statement  Segment 3 – Future of the Church  Ryan Burge  Art Needs No Justification by Hans R Rookmaake  Art and the Bible by Francie Schaeffer  Saving Leonardo: A Call to Resist the Secular Assault on Mind, Morals, and Meaning by Nancy Pearcey    Art and Faith: A Theology of Making by Makoto Fujimura    ______________________   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 colsoncenter.org/november.   Watch Truth Rising, now available at truthrising.com/colson.   

Public reaction to surrogacy scrutiny and why we should be more critical about the practice, not less.  __________ Access Truth Rising The Study for FREE by visiting colsoncenter.org/study.

God calls the Christian to be reconcilers with the Story.   ___________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org. 

This year, Os Guiness will be recognized with the 2026 Wilberforce Award, at a ceremony to be held at the Colson Center National Conference in Knoxville, TN. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org. 

Lawsuits ruling in favor of "detransitioners" is a good sign, but there's work to be done.  __________ For additional resources, or to download and share this commentary, visit breakpoint.org. 

The unlikely partnership of Washington and the Church to help shape culture.  __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org. 

Guest host Katie McCoy talks to John Stonestreet about their recent trips to South Korea and Brazil. More violence in Minneapolis as ICE raids continue in that state. The Greater Than Campaign is underway to remind us that children's needs are greater than adult desires. And we wade into a social media debate over interracial marriage.  Recommendations  Colson Center National Conference  The Comment    Segment 1 – Worldwide Religious Persecution  Colson Fellows  A Practical Guide to Culture: Helping the Next Generation Navigate Today's World by John Stonestreet and Brett Kunkle      Segment 2 – Continued Chaos in Minnesota  The Independent  Segment 3 – Greater Than Campaign  Greater Than Press release  Breakpoint article  Segment 4 - March for Life  European Conservative  Colson Center National Conference  Segment 5 – Is Interracial Marriage a Sin?  X post  Webbon debate    ______________________   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 colsoncenter.org/november.   Watch Truth Rising, now available at truthrising.com/colson.   

Having rejected a Creator, it's no wonder that we've lost creativity. __________ To support the prodcution of Breakpoint and receive exlusive benefits, visit colsoncenter.org/monthly

"Babies aren't a tool for adult validation," and other messages society seems primed to hear.  __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org.

Take up and read!  __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org. 

New book affirms Christ from a non-believing Jewish scholar's own words.  __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org.

Understanding natural law and positive law when world events affect everyone.  __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org.

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  A Practical Guide to Culture by John Stonestreet and Brett Kunkle  First Things article  Segment 1 – Crises South Korea and Minneapolis  Colson Fellows  Breakpoint article on Pastor Son  Fox article on church protest  Segment 2 – Supreme Court Hears Transgender Athletes Case  SCOTUS blog article  First Things article  Sen. Josh Hawley grills expert Democrat witness on if men can get pregnant  Segment 3 – Headlines  2026 World Watch Report  American Deaths to Exceed Births Faster Than Expected  New Heritage Foundation Report  ______________________   Watch Truth Rising, now available at truthrising.com/colson.   

  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 breakpoint.org. 

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 breakpoint.org. 

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 genderconfidentkids.com

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 colsoncenter.org/ccu.

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 breakpoint.org. 

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 breakpoint.org. 

Why what we believe- especially about the ultimate questions of Origin, Identity, meaning, morality and destiny— shapes how we think and live.    Stephen J. Gould  Woody Allen   Tom Brady  G. K Chesterton  God in the Dock by C. S. Lewis  Francis Schaeffer  James Orr  Robert Webber      ______________________   Watch Truth Rising, now available at truthrising.com/colson.   

Convincing our neighbors and the greater culture that life matters.  __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org.

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 breakpoint.org. 

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 colsoncenter.org/ccu.

How are your New Year's resolutions going?  __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org.

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 breakpoint.org.

 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  Liberty Kids  Anything is Possible by Elizabeth Strout  Segment 1 – Maduro Capture, Mamdani Inauguration  The Daily podcast on Maduro  World article on Mamdani  Segment 2 – Abortion in 2026  Reuters article  Wyoming Supreme Court Decision  Justin Banta TX  Christopher Cooprider TX  Hassan Abbas OH  Emerson Evans IN  Breakpoint article on Union Gospel Mission  Segment 3 – Adult-Child Estrangement  New Yorker article  Legacy Coalition  Tearing Us Apart: How Abortion Harms Everything and Solves Nothing by Ryan T. Anderson and Alexandra DeSanctis  --------------  Watch Truth Rising, now available at truthrising.com/colson.   

Two new terrifying words for the English language.   __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org.

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 breakpoint.org. 

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 breakpoint.org.

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 breakpoint.org.

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 breakpoint.org. 

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  Benjamin Rush Breakpoint  Lead Like Jael: 7 Timeless Principles for Today's Women of Faith by Emma Waters    Segment 1 – An Awkward Kiss; Renaming the Kennedy Center  Scott VanPelt comments  TGC Article  Sports Illustrated article  Kennedy Center renaming   Segment 2 – You Can Have a Trad Life  Matt Iglesias article  The Briefing  In the Library   Segment 3 – Ken Burns: The American Revolution  Ken Burns American Revolution  Joe Loconte videos  ______________________   Watch Truth Rising, now available at truthrising.com/colson.   

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 breakpoint.org.

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 breakpoint.org. 

Take heart, this civilizational moment has some warriors.  __________ Give to The Colson Center by December 31st for double the impact at colsoncenter.org/december

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 colsoncenter.org/december

Life issues on the docket this year.  __________ Give to The Colson Center by December 31st for double the impact at colsoncenter.org/december

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  A Practical Guide to Culture: Helping the Next Generation Navigate Today's World  Breakpoint article: The Charlie Kirk Effect  Quiet Revival Bonus Podcast  Rise of Antisemitism  Segment 2 – Charlie Kirk and Culture  Segment 3 – Transgenderism, AI, Return to Masculinity and 2025 Deaths  Interesting Times with Ross Douthat  Nellie Bowles TGIF  Mumford and Sons new album Rushmere  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 colsoncenter.org/november.   Watch Truth Rising, now available at truthrising.com/colson.   

What has come of the "Kirk Effect"? __________ Give to The Colson Center by December 31st for double the impact at colsoncenter.org/december

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 colsoncenter.org/december

The Gospel story, recited by astronauts, that captivated the world.  __________ Give to The Colson Center by December 31st for double the impact at colsoncenter.org/december

Go ahead and put up that tree.  __________ Give to The Colson Center by December 31st for double the impact at colsoncenter.org/december

Humming along to the truth of Scripture.  __________ Give to The Colson Center by December 31st for double the impact at colsoncenter.org/december

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  Letters from Father Christmas by J. R. R. Tolkien   Muppet Christmas Carole  Forrest Frank    Segment 1 – Australia Terror Attack  Townhall article  Australian PM statement  Leisure: The Basis of Culture by Josef Pieper   Prediction of Nigerian attack  USA Today article on Rob Reiner   Segment 2 – Foreign Mega Families  Wall Street Journal article  Segment 3 – Notes on Being a Man  Brad Wilcox Wall Street Journal article  Full-Time: Work and the Meaning of Life by David L. Bahnsen  The Lost Generation by Jacob Savage  ______________________   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 colsoncenter.org/november.   Watch Truth Rising, now available at truthrising.com/colson.   

While the world turns away, Christians must keep the persecuted in prayers and in the spotlight. __________ Give to The Colson Center by December 31st for double the impact at colsoncenter.org/december

T.S. Eliot's poem captures the wonder, mystery, and even fear of Christmastime, anticipating Christ's restoration of all things lost.  __________ Register for CCNC at colsonconference.org

Having rejected a Creator, it's no wonder that we've lost creativity. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org.

America's long history in the fight to free all men.  __________ Give to The Colson Center by December 31st for double the impact at colsoncenter.org/december

When Christians don't "get with the times," they change empires.  __________ To support the prodcution of Breakpoint and receive exlusive benefits, visit colsoncenter.org/monthly

A student at the University of Oklahoma receives a 0 for having the wrong view. A new study finds paganism is on the rise in the UK. And Australia looks to put concerns about social media's impact on minors into law.    Recommendations  The Counterpoints Collection by Zondervan Academic  Segment 1 – News Headlines  Oklahoma professor placed on administrative leave after protest controversy | Fox News  Rising number of Brits turning to paganism  The Surprising Rebirth of Belief in God by Justin Brierley  Letters from Father Christmas by G. K. Chesterton  Orthodoxy by G. K. Chesterton  Segment 2 – Social Media Ban for Minors in Australia  Australia bans social media for 16 and under  Colson Center National Conference  Segment 3 - Hell  Kirk Cameron changes stance on doctrine of Hell  Burning Hell Film  The Road to Character by David Brooks  Questions and Comments      ______________________   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 colsoncenter.org/november.   Watch Truth Rising, now available at truthrising.com/colson.   

Take heart, this civilizational moment has some warriors.  __________ Learn more about Truth Rising at truthrising.com/colson.

The silenced generation of Gen-Z white males is finding an identity, but is it the True one?  __________ Register for CCNC at colsonconference.org

Lessons from Scrooge on assisted suicide.  __________ Learn more about Truth Rising at truthrising.com/colson.

Cutting through familiarity to a heart of worship this season.  __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org.

  The alien language your kids are speaking reveals a deeper cultural reality.  __________ To give through stocks, securities, or donor advised funds, email [email protected]

Recent news headlines involving immigrants are causing a reaction that isn't very Christian. Information continues to reveal the transgender moment that took over the world over the last few years. And what's behind Nick Fuentes' popularity?  Segment 1 – Immigration and Image of God  MSN: A sprawling fraud scandal puts Minnesota's Somali community in the spotlight  Fox News: Who is the DC National Guardsmen shooting suspect? What to know about Afghan national Rahmanullah Lakanwal  Segment 2 – The Transgender Scam  The Free Press: 'We're All Just Winging It': What the Gender Doctors Say in Private  ADF: ADF attorney, Virginia teacher to testify before US House subcommittee on harmful 'secret social transition' policies  Interesting Times with Russ Douthat  Segment 3 – Is Nick Fuentes Radical Feminism for Men?  X Post on Nick Fuentes  Rod Dreher's Substack: What I Saw And Heard In Washington  Questions and Comments  The Atlantic: Canada is Killing Itself  Joni and Friends  ______________________   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 colsoncenter.org/december.   Watch Truth Rising, now available at truthrising.com/colson.