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Breakpoint

Colson Centerbreakpoint.org
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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Episodes

Prayers for Peace in Gaza

Critical Theory is too morally bankrupt to analysis Hamas' attack and Israel's response. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org.

Oct 07, 20256 min

Is this Revival?

We cannot manufacture revival, but that should not keep us from hoping, praying, and working for it. __________ Give today to guide future leaders in a Christian worldview at colsoncenter.org/october .

Oct 06, 20257 min

Shooting at a Michigan LDS Church, Louise Perry Converts, Mississippi Test Scores Skyrocket; Third Way-ism, Keller, and Kirk

Another attack on a house of faith, this time the motive appears more religious than political. Louise Perry, a non-religious feminist, converts to Christianity. And what's helped Mississippi turn around its long-time miserable student test scores. Recommendations The Case Against the Sexual Revolution by Louise Perry Truth Rising Segment 1 - News Headlines CNN: Investigators are searching for a motive in shooting at Michigan church. Here's what we know Louise Perry Converts National Review : Mi...

Oct 03, 20251 hr 1 min

The Road of Good Intentions

Giving as a Christian comes with self-evaluation. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org.

Oct 03, 20255 min

Making the Case for Life

Practicing the pro-life argument with Aunt Betty. __________ Learn more about Truth Rising at truthrising.com/colson .

Oct 02, 20256 min

Catechism and Celebrity Church Culture

When the Church fails to answer very knowable truths of the faith, bad ideas can become famous. __________ Learn more about the new Colson Educators course, Navigating Cancel Culture, at colsoneducators.org .

Oct 01, 20255 min

Why Adults Are Going to Summer Camp

The Church has a great opportunity to fill a longing in adults. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org.

Sep 30, 20255 min

The Charlie Kirk Memorial, Revival, Persecution in Nigeria, and the Rapture

John and Maria reflect on the memorial for Charlie Kirk. Did that memorial start a Christian revival in America? The devastating persecution against Christians in Nigeria continues. And another prediction of the Rapture proves false. Recommendations The Next Christendom: The Coming of Global Christianity by Philip Jenkins Truth Rising on X #truthrising Segment 1 – The Charlie Kirk Memorial The Man in a New Suit Segment 2 - Revival? Jonathan Edwards and Revival Truth Rising Documentary "Sinners i...

Sep 26, 20251 hr 1 min

The End of the World

If our eschatology on the apocalypse leaves us with anything other than peace and purpose, we're doing it wrong. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org.

Sep 26, 20255 min

What Did Charlie Kirk Really Say?

Looking past the accusations, the record shows something more revealing about Kirk's character. __________ Register for the Colson Center National Conference before November 29 to receive up to 50% off tickets. Go to colsonconference.org .

Sep 25, 20258 min

Stay Weird

More historians are recognizing that Christianity has been a force for good in the world. __________ Register for the Colson Center National Conference before November 29 to receive up to 50% off tickets. Go to colsonconference.org .

Sep 24, 20255 min

Is this a Turning Point for the West?

If this is a "turning point" for our culture, our work must be anchored in the true turning point of human history. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org.

Sep 23, 20255 min

Christianity Isn't Western

It's not so much that Christianity is Western, but that Western culture is at root Christian. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org.

Sep 22, 20256 min

Charlie Kirk's Alleged Shooter, Jimmy Kimmel and Free Speech and Christian Education

John and Maria talk about the latest revelations about the man accused of shooting Charlie Kirk, the free speech implications of Jimmy Kimmel losing his TV show and a question about Christian schools. Recommendations "All My Questions" by Bethany Barnard CrossExamined Podcast by Dr. Frank Turek Segment 1 - Charlie Kirk's Shooter The New York Times: Texts From Suspect in Charlie Kirk Shooting Offer Insight Into a Motive Breakpoint : The Theory of Everything in Critical Theory "Parable Of The Madm...

Sep 19, 20251 hr 2 min

The Givenness and Goodness of Women's Glory

Modern gender theories promised to promote women but instead reduced them and now attempt to erase them. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org.

Sep 19, 20256 min

Gattaca Wasn't Supposed to Be the Plan

We must oppose eugenics in all forms, and we must train our children about God's design and the God-given intrinsic good of children. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org.

Sep 18, 20255 min

A Christian Atheist?

Cultural Christianity is not Christianity. __________ Become a Cornerstone Monthly Partner today at colsoncenter.org/monthly .

Sep 17, 20256 min

Evolution Is Going Nowhere

Every worldview assumes that there is a plan to life, even those that deny the Planner. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org.

Sep 16, 20254 min

Yes, Communism Is Bad

Liberty depends on the older generation telling the truth about tyranny. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org.

Sep 15, 20255 min

Charlie Kirk: His Legacy, This Moment, and Our Calling

John and Maria discuss the life and legacy of Charlie Kirk, whose bold defense of truth inspired a generation to think clearly and engage courageously. Recommendations Hebrews 11 The Babylon Bee: World Deemed Unworthy Of Charlie Kirk Turning Point USA Segment 1 - Charlie Kirk's Legacy Associated Press: Suspect in assassination of Charlie Kirk arrested on suspicion of capital murder, weapons and obstruction offenses WORLD: Charlie Kirk, 31, dies from gunshot wound YouTube: Charlie Kirk Revealed i...

Sep 12, 20251 hr 4 min

The Assassination of Charlie Kirk

A new era has been marked; Christians must tell the truth. __________ To download, print or share this commentary, or to receive these daily commentaries in your email inbox, go to breakpoint.org.

Sep 12, 20255 min

Abortion Isn't Good for Anyone

If abortion is truly about women's health, as advocates claim, they should immediately demand more regulations and limits on the practice. __________ Become a Cornerstone Monthly Partner today by going to colsoncenter.org/monthly .

Sep 11, 20257 min

Take the Tech Exit

It's not too late to get your children off their smartphones. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org.

Sep 10, 20255 min

Back-to-(Non-Public)-School Time

At this educational crossroads of our country, Christians can help loosen the stranglehold of the state over education. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org.

Sep 09, 20256 min

Where Do Human Rights Come from, Senator?

If the government thinks it can grant rights, then they can also take them away. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org.

Sep 08, 20255 min

Deploying National Guard to American Cities, U.K. Comedian Arrested for Tweets, Malcolm Gladwell Confesses, Where Human Rights Come From, A Conversation with Jack Phillips, and "Shiny, Happy People"

John and Maria discuss the President deploying the National Guard to American cities, and what the arrest of a comedian in the U.K. for social media posts signifies. Also, Sen. Tim Kaine misunderstands human rights. John has a conversation with Jack Phillips and answers listener questions about "Shiny, Happy, People." Recommendations Truth Rising (streaming now) Sarah Groves Segment 1 - News Headlines Associated Press : As Trump threatens more Guard troops in US cities, here's what the law allow...

Sep 05, 20251 hr 2 min

Why the Worldview of Atheists May be a Little Christian

The worldviews that we currently embrace in the West just aren't working out, and it's causing people to look again at the Christian story. __________ Watch the Truth Rising documentary at truthrising.com .

Sep 05, 20256 min

From Cancel Culture to Assassination Culture?

When people believe that bad ideas make people unworthy of their humanity, then what begins with hashtags and de-platforming can end with bullets and bombs. __________ Get the latest on the Truth Rising documentary at truthrising.com .

Sep 04, 20256 min
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