The Magi, the Epiphany, and Ben Hur
The littlest known Christian holiday with major significance. __________ Register for the 2025 Colson Center National Conference at colsonconference.org .
Jan 06, 2025•4 min
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.
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New Year's Day Terrorism, Bible Sales are Up Dramatically, and Remembering Jimmy Carter
The New Year's Day attack in New Orleans has us taking a closer look at Jihad and Islam. And there's been a spike in Bible sales this year. John and Maria look for reasons why. They also discuss the life and faith of former President Jimmy Carter. __________ Recommendation Tom Holland on How Christianity Remade the World by Bari Weiss Segment 1 - New Year's Day Terrorism CNN: New Orleans attack news AP: Cybertruck exploded outside Trump's Las Vegas hotel The Clash of Civilizations and the Remaki...
Jan 03, 2025•1 hr 1 min
How the Spiral of Silence is Broken
The simple act of speaking up can change a culture. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment visit breakpoint.org .
Jan 03, 2025•5 min
Resolve to Rest, Not Rot
Even our spare time should glorify God. __________ Find more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment at Breakpoint.org .
Jan 02, 2025•5 min
John Newton, Amazing Grace, and New Year's Day
How the hymn "Amazing Grace" can set right our hearts for the New Year. ___________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, visit Breakpoint.org .
Jan 01, 2025•4 min
Elections and the Kingdom of God
Voting is a "good" Christians should do. ____________ We're almost to our year-end goal, and our challenge grant has not only been met, but it's been extended by another $100,000. You can help us get there by giving today at colsoncenter.org/december .
Dec 31, 2024•5 min
Christianity is a Cultural Good
Even atheists recognize it's better to live around Christians. __________ Strengthen the Church to move the world in 2025 by giving today at colsoncenter.org/december .
Dec 30, 2024•6 min
The Top Worldview Stories of 2024
John and Maria discuss the top six stories of the year, from AI to transgender politics. Recommendations Tale of Two Cities by Charles Dickens Great Expectations by Charles Dickens The Church in Society by Francis Shaeffer Being the Body by Chuck Colson Segment 1 - The Rise of AI Colson Fellows Program Breakpoint: Six Key Worldview Stories of 2024: The Church in an AI Future Honestly podcast with Bari Weiss 2084: Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Humanity by John Lennox Resources from Sh...
Dec 27, 2024•1 hr 5 min
The Shifting Ground of "Gender-Affirming Care"
A massive body of research proves the danger and deception of transition interventions for gender dysphoria. ___________ Strengthen the Church to move the world in 2025 by giving today at colsoncenter.org/december .
Dec 27, 2024•6 min
The Church in an AI Future
Christians must know their purpose to steer a world dominated by AI. _____________ Strengthen the Church to move the world in 2025 by giving today at colsoncenter.org/december .
Dec 26, 2024•5 min
When a Preborn Child Recognized the Messiah in the Womb
How an often-overlooked detail in the Gospel of Luke reveals the value God places on preborn life. __________ Support the ongoing production of Breakpoint at colsoncenter.org/december .
Dec 25, 2024•4 min
The Majesty of Bach's Christmas Oratorio
Adding sacred text to original work to reveal a deep love for God. __________ Learn more about gifting your stocks to the Colson Center at colsoncenter.org/faq .
Dec 24, 2024•5 min
What's Wrong with Wanting Grandchildren?
With more millennials choosing no kids, would-be grandparents mourn the end of their family line. __________ Register for the 2025 Colson Center National Conference at colsonconference.org .
Dec 23, 2024•7 min
What Should We Do About School Shootings? Belief in Miracles on the Rise. And Christmas Recommendations
The shooting at a Christian school in Madison, Wisconsin has reignited the discussion about how to stop the violence. A new study shows that those with a college education are increasingly believing in the supernatural. And John and Maria make some suggestions to enliven your Christmas. Christmas Season Recommendations A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens New York Times: A Cathedral of Sound This Little Babe - Benjamin Britten Segment 1 - What Should We Do about School Shootings? AP: Official sa...
Dec 20, 2024•1 hr 2 min
Six Key Worldview Stories of 2024: The State of the Pro-Life Movement
The fight to protect the innocent saw many changes this year. ___________ Double the impact of your gift to the Colson Center through December at colsoncenter.org/december .
Dec 20, 2024•6 min
Why We Shouldn't Just 'Do Something'
The cry to act for its own sake isn't helpful in troubling times. __________ Register for the 2025 Colson Center National Conference at colsonconference.org . Learn more about donating your stocks to the Colson Center at colsoncenter.org/faq .
Dec 19, 2024•8 min
Syria and Just War Doctrine
The case for Just War. __________ Double the impact of your gift to the Colson Center this month at colsoncenter.org/december . To learn more about making a stock donation visit colsoncenter.org/faq .
Dec 18, 2024•6 min
Natural Disasters and the Problem of Evil and Suffering
Remembering the Tsunami of 2004 __________ Support the ongoing production of Breakpoint by becoming a monthly partner at colsoncenter.org/monthly .
Dec 17, 2024•5 min
A Little Courage Goes A Long Way
The power of small, faithful acts in dark times. Related Resource: WWYS: Does Advocating for Religious Liberty Hurt Our Christian Witness? __________ Double the impact of your gift to the Colson Center at colsoncenter.org/december ....
Dec 16, 2024•5 min
Defining Good and Evil, AI Relationships, and Advent Recommendations
Daniel Penny, Luigi Mangione, and the importance of worldviews in discerning right from wrong. A new study finds 1 in 4 young adults believes AI partners could replace real-life romance. And John and Maria discuss their favorite Advent traditions. Recommendations Joy of Every Longing Heart by Sara Groves The Advent of Christmas by Matt Maher Handel's Messiah The Promise by Michael Card Segment 1 - Defining Good and Evil CBS News: Daniel Penny speaks out after being found not guilty in NYC subway...
Dec 13, 2024•1 hr
Six Key Worldview Stories of 2024: The Resurgence of Antisemitism
The last year revealed deep antisemitism. __________ Strengthen the Church to move the world in 2025 by giving today at colsoncenter.org/december .
Dec 13, 2024•6 min
Where Does AI Get Its Ideas?
AI's anti-human rants, and why users should proceed with caution. Related Resource: Breakpoint Forum: The Perils and Promise of Artificial Intelligence ___________ For more resoures on how to live like a Christian in this cultural moment visit Breakpoint.org .
Dec 12, 2024•5 min
The $100,000 Medical Device, Ethics, and the Image of God
Even medical marvels should be grounded in a proper understanding of human value. Related Resource WWYS - Does Technology Make Religion Obsolete? __________ Help us equip and strengthen the Church in 2025 by making your best gift at colsoncenter.org/December ....
Dec 11, 2024•5 min
Ready to Change the World? Eat Dinner With Your Family
Studies show that family mealtimes are a key component to health and happiness. __________ Register for the 2025 Colson Center National Conference at colsonconference.org .
Dec 10, 2024•7 min
Optimized Flies Should Bug Darwinists
The natural world is so well designed, math can prove it. __________ Register for the upcoming Understanding our Identity: A Theology of the Body webinar featuring Dr. Christopher West, Founder and President of Theology of the Body Institute at colsoncenter.org/identity .
Dec 09, 2024•6 min
Supreme Court Hears Arguments in the Transgender Debate, The Rebuilding of Notre Dame, and Euthanasia in the UK
The Supreme Court heard attorneys debate a Tennessee law that prohibits puberty blockers and cross sex hormones for children. Notre Dame is reopening after being heavily damaged by a fire in 2019. And the UK House of Commons votes to legalize doctor assisted suicide. __________ Recommendations Lincoln in the Bardo by George Saunders Understanding our Identity: A Theology of the Body webinar The Identity Project Segment 1 - Transgender Arguments at Supreme Court United States v. Skrmetti Breakpoi...
Dec 06, 2024•1 hr 3 min
Six Key Worldview Stories of 2024: Elections and the Kingdom of God
Voting is a "good" Christians should do. __________ Help us equip and strengthen the Church in 2025 by making your best gift at colsoncenter.org/December .
Dec 06, 2024•5 min
The Incarnation in a Disembodied World
Why Jesus taking on flesh matters. Don't miss the upcoming webinar, "Understanding Our Identity: A Theology of the Body" featuring theologian and author Christopher West. The webinar will take place on December 10 at 7PM. You can save your seat by signing up at colsoncenter.org/identity . __________ Strengthen the Church to move the world in 2025 by giving today at colsoncenter.org/december ....
Dec 05, 2024•6 min
This is Your Brain on Materialism
Why it matters that the mind and soul are more than mere products of the brain. __________ Register for the upcoming Identity Project webinar featuring Dr. Christopher West at colsoncenter.org/identity .
Dec 04, 2024•7 min
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever
The motley crew assembled at the nativity reminds us that Jesus came for everyone. ___________ Find more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment at breakpoint.org .
Dec 03, 2024•4 min
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