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The Christian Outlook | Topics for Today's Believers

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In our fast-changing world, it can be difficult to sort through the issues of the day. From family to faith to the latest in the public square, it’s hard to stay up on what’s happening, much less interpret the news in a way that honors our Christian faith. That’s what Salem’s Christian hosts do for our listeners across the country every day—and “The Christian Outlook” draws from the best of their material to bring you an hour-long program you won’t want to miss.

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Episodes

Children: A Christian Appreciation

The Christian Outlook – April 26, 2025 🔹 Parental Rights on Trial – The Supreme Court hears Mahmoud v. Taylor , challenging a Maryland school district’s push for LGBTQ-themed readings; even Justice Elena Kagan raises concerns. Analysis from Eric Baxter and Albert Mohler . 🔹 Protecting Kids from Trafficking – Dave Cox of Zoe International joins Scott Furrow to expose the targeted nature of child sex trafficking and urge cultural awareness and vigilance. 🔹 Abortion for Convenience – Bob Burney ...

Apr 25, 202541 min

The Risen Christ: An Easter Special

The Christian Outlook -- April 19, 2025 Pastor Philip De Courcy of the ministry “ Know the Truth ” explains the meaning of “propitiation”–the paying of a price in order to satisfy justice. Pastor and radio programmer Alistair Begg helps answer the question of what it means to really believe in Christ by looking at 1 Corinthians 15 . Albert Mohler, the president of the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary , focuses on the significance of the empty tomb in Matthew 28 . Chuck Swindoll of “ Insight...

Apr 18, 202542 min

Religious Liberty and the Heart of America’s Founding

The Christian Outlook – April 12, 2025 🔹 Religious Liberty: Our First Freedom – Michael Farris , longtime advocate for religious liberty, joins Tim Clinton on WAVA to discuss how faith shaped the founding of America—and why religious freedom must remain foundational. 🔹 Sen. James Lankford: A Call for Turnaround – Senator James Lankford sits down with Bill Bunkley of FaithTalk WTBN in Tampa Bay to talk about his book Turnaround: A Path to Renewing America and how renewal starts with each of us....

Apr 11, 202542 min

The "Music" of the Gospel and the American Experiment

The Christian Outlook – April 5, 2025 🔹 Ordering a Nation – Reflecting on the proper role of government and God-given rights in turbulent times. Cheryl Chumley of The Washington Times shares her insights with Greg Seltz . 🔹 Civilizational Stakes – Is the West abandoning its Judeo-Christian roots? Ryan Bangert of Alliance Defending Freedom discusses with Eric Metaxas on The Eric Metaxas Show. 🔹 Dependence on the Gospel – Os Guinness emphasizes the gospel’s role in lasting transformation, featu...

Apr 04, 202542 min

Protecting Our Youth: The Battle Against Social Media's Dark Side

The Christian Outlook – April 29, 2025 John Hall and Kathy Emmons talk with Sarah Zylstra, an editor for the Gospel Coalition , about the implications of social media on children. They address the concerns raised by the Surgeon General, highlighting the detrimental effects of social media on the mental health of our youth. Albert Mohler raises alarm about TikTok's harmful impact on teenagers and reminds parents to protect their children from the pervasive darkness and corrosive effects of social...

Mar 28, 202541 min

The Church and the American Future

The Christian Outlook – March 22, 2025 🔹 Trump Admin Tackles Abortion – In the new Trump administration, the push to stop abortion funding gains traction. Frank Pavone (Priests for Life) joins Greg Seltz to expose the dark impact of abortion culture on women. 🔹 Spiritual Awakening Signs – Amid political shifts, author and speaker Bob Goff tells Tim Clinton (WAVA) there’s hope for a spiritual renewal rooted in human dignity. 🔹 Find a Bible-Believing Church – Paul Viggiano (Branch of Hope Churc...

Mar 21, 202541 min

Don Kroah: A Faithful Christian Voice

The Christian Outlook – March 15, 2025 🔹 Targeted Killing of Christians in Syria – Thousands of Christians face targeted killings in Syria, yet U.S. media remains silent. Greg Seltz (formerly of The Lutheran Hour) joins Jeff Crouere (Ringside Politics, WAVA 101.5 FM) to raise awareness. 🔹 The Importance of Church – The pandemic normalized virtual worship, but it’s no substitute for gathered assembly. Brian Bales (WAVA) and Pastor Jim Supp (Reston Bible Church) stress the need for commitment to...

Mar 14, 202542 min

Contemporary Empathy and Christian Compassion

The Christian Outlook – March 8, 2025 🔹 Trump’s Bold Congressional Address – President Trump speaks to a Joint Session of Congress, declaring “America is back." Albert Mohler and Bob Burney analyze his energetic tackle of controversial issues via executive order, like banning men from competing in women's sports and securing the border. 🔹 Ministry on Capitol Hill – Ralph Drollinger of Capitol Ministries shares his mission to lead public servants to Christ. He joins Scott Furrow to discuss Chri...

Mar 07, 202542 min

Common Sense Making a Comeback

The Christian Outlook – March 1, 2025 🔹 Trump’s New Direction: Common Sense Over Wokism – Just over a month into the Trump administration, Vice President J.D. Vance and the cabinet are pushing forward with a blitz of executive orders. Greg Seltz talks with Elaine Donnelly ( Center for Military Readiness ) about the shift away from progressive policies, including a reality check on gender. 🔹 Ohio’s Bathroom Law: Legislating the Obvious – Ohio passes a law mandating gender-specific bathrooms in ...

Feb 28, 202541 min

Chloe Cole: Courageous Detransitioner Speaks Out

The Christian Outlook – February 22, 2025 🔹 J.D. Vance Confronts Europe on Free Speech – Vice President J.D. Vance delivers a striking speech at the Munich Security Conference, criticizing Europe’s speech laws, including the criminalization of silent prayer. Tim Goeglein ( Focus on the Family ) joins Greg Seltz to discuss. 🔹 The Challenge of “T” in the LGBTQ Agenda – Albert Mohler breaks down the ideological shift in gender identity debates, highlighting media bias and the cultural impact of T...

Feb 21, 202542 min

Trump: Defining and Defending Women

The Christian Outlook – February 15, 2025 🔹 Trump’s Executive Order on Women’s Sports – President Trump signs the "Keeping Men Out of Women’s Sports" executive order, protecting female athletes. Albert Mohler breaks down its significance and the expected legal battles. 🔹 A Mother’s Perspective – Alexandra Bower attended the signing event with her young daughter. Bower shares with Kevin McCullough her firsthand account of the momentous occasion 🔹 Christian Faithfulness & the Book of Daniel...

Feb 14, 202541 min

Trump Executive Orders Protect Women and Children

The Christian Outlook – February 8, 2025 🔹 Defending Women’s Sports – President Donald Trump signs an executive order protecting women’s athletics, joined by Riley Gaines and other female athletes. 🔹 Restoring the Gender Binary – A look at Trump’s broader efforts, including executive orders reinforcing biological reality in federal policy. Featuring insights from Meg Kilgannon of the Family Research Council and commentary from Bob Burney of The Word WRFD . 🔹 Legislation vs. Executive Action –...

Feb 07, 202541 min

A New Generation and the Fight for Life

Edition for February 1, 2025 This week on The Christian Outlook with Scott Furrow : 🔹 The March for Life – Just days after the Inauguration, President Donald Trump and Vice President J.D. Vance deliver powerful pro-life messages. Plus, hear from Bethany Hamilton , the competitive surfer who, at the age of 13, lost her arm in a shark attack and is now an inspiring mother. 🔹 A New Generation of Pro-Life Advocates – Kristen Hawkins of Students for Life explains why young people are increasingly r...

Jan 31, 202541 min

Trump’s Bold Embrace of Reality: Male and Female

The Christian Outlook - January 25, 2025 Join us this week as Donald J. Trump is sworn in as the 47th President of the United States. In his Second Inaugural Address, Trump declared the start of the “Golden Age of America,” outlining a bold agenda focused on national pride, justice, and a return to traditional values. Albert Mohler joins to discuss the cultural significance of Trump’s declaration that “there are only two genders,” signaling a pushback against radical social agendas. Franklin Gra...

Jan 24, 202542 min

A Nation at a Crossroads

The Christian Outlook - January 18, 2025 Greg Seltz turns to Ed Stetzer , Dean of the Talbot School of Theology , for a look at the brutal fires that have ravaged Los Angeles. They discuss the importance of Christians demonstrating peace and love in response to tragedy, while reflecting on the evolving state of the church and its role in today's society. Greg Seltz and Jeanne Mancini, outgoing president of the March for Life , discuss the pro-life movement's focus on changing hearts and minds ab...

Jan 17, 202541 min

Your Life and Your Kingdom Investment in 2025

The Christian Outlook - January 11, 2025 Greg Seltz asks Mark Tapson of The Right Take podcast to share his take on the tragic terror attack on New Year's day in New Orleans. Seth Leibsohn talks with Jerry Bowyer , author of “ The Maker Versus the Takers: What Jesus Really Said About Social Justice and Economics ,” about the broader cultural and political pushback we've seen, particularly in corporate America. Zack Clinton talks with Alex McFarland , Christian apologist and author, about the sig...

Jan 10, 202541 min

Special Edition: An In-Depth Look at the Mastery of C. S. Lewis in “Perelandra”

The Christian Outlook – January 4, 2025 Eric Metaxas talks with James Como, of the New York C.S. Lewis Society, about his book, Mystical Perelandra: My Lifelong Reading of C.S. Lewis and His Favorite Book . Metaxas and Como discuss how Perelandra represents some of the very best prose ever penned and how it stands out from the many other masterful works C.S Lewis wrote. Como shares the personal impact C.S. Lewis' writings made on his mind and soul and how his hope was rekindled because of the vi...

Jan 03, 202541 min

Sacrificial Love: The True Cure for Loneliness

The Christian Outlook – December 28, 2024 Our efforts to be faithful to Christ today may leave us isolated and lonely. Philip De Courcy of “Know the Truth” ministry discusses the spiritual approach to loneliness with Pastor Steve DeWitt, author of “ Loneliness: Don't Hate it or Waste it. Redeem it. ” Greg Seltz and Alex McFarland , a prolific author and the founder of Alex McFarland Ministries , take a look at threats posed from the political agenda of our fast-unfolding sexual revolution and ra...

Dec 27, 202441 min

A Christ-Centered Christmas Special

The Christian Outlook — December 21, 2024 Pastors Ray Pritchard and Dave Watson joined Kevin McCullough to discuss their books on Advent and how to prepare one’s heart for the celebration of Jesus’ birth. Steve Estes provides a fresh application of the Proverbs for this Christmas season on the Georgene Rice Show . Alistair Begg helps create in us a sense of how much was fulfilled in the birth of the Christ child. Albert Mohler explains how many Christians get the Christmas story wrong. On the Jo...

Dec 20, 202441 min

Marriage, Family and the Future

The Christian Outlook - December 14, 2024 Greg Seltz asks J.P. De Gance , who recently penned a piece titled “Make the Family Great Again, ” about the collapse of the family and its societal impact. Georgene Rice invites Jenna Ellis, Senior Advisor at the American Family Association , to discuss key arguments of the Supreme Court case, United States v. Skrmetti , which challenges Tennessee’s law prohibiting puberty blockers and opposite-sex hormones for minors. Ellis also explores how the roots ...

Dec 13, 202441 min

Gospel Proclamation in a Culture Adrift

The Christian Outlook - December 7, 2024 Scott Furrow talks with Albert Mohler about the British Parliament’s move to legalize assisted suicide and the dangers of reducing life’s value to "personal autonomy." Dr. Mohler explains why this legislation is incompatible with Christian ethics and emphasizes the need for believers to live faithfully in this cultural moment. Bill Bunkley invites Ray Comfort to share about Comfort's new book, Fifty Years of Open-Air Preaching . Reflecting on the impact o...

Dec 06, 202442 min

Thanksgiving: An Appreciation of a God-Centered Holiday

The Christian Outlook – November 30, 2024 Bob Burney looks at how, even in the midst of struggle, we can still be thankful to God. Dr. Albert Mohler reminds us of the apologetic of Thanksgiving: being grateful and thankful should be directed towards the Giver of every good and perfect gift. John Hall and Kathy Emmons, of The Ride Home , talk with historian and NYT bestselling author Stephen Mansfield about the history of Thanksgiving and why it is deemed a controversial holiday when it shouldn’t...

Nov 27, 202441 min

Creation Order and the Mental Health of Our Youth

The Christian Outlook - November 23, 2024 Eric Metaxas speaks with Megan Basham, author of the recent book, Shepherds for Sale: How Evangelical Leaders Traded the Truth for a Leftist Agenda about evangelicals’ mixed reactions to Trump’s decisive win. They discuss the balance between faith-based concerns and political leadership. Tim Clinton asks Dr. Shannae Anderson to explain the mental health crisis tied to the transgender movement. She highlights the importance of parental rights in navigatin...

Nov 22, 202441 min

An Evangelical Look at the Trump Win

The Christian Outlook - November 16, 2024 Georgene Rice speaks with Debbie Wuthnow of American Family Association Action about the impact of faith-based voters in the 2024 presidential election. Albert Mohler highlights the unexpected prominence of transgender issues in the 2024 campaign, with Trump's ads emphasizing controversies like male athletes in women's sports resonating strongly with voters. Georgene turns to Hans von Spakovsky of the Heritage Foundation to discuss the proactive efforts ...

Nov 15, 202441 min

An Election for the History Books

The Christian Outlook - November 9, 2024 This week’s episode covers the historic 2024 election, which saw President Trump win in a decisive landslide. Albert Mohler provides analysis on the cultural and political significance of Trump’s remarkable victory and takes a look at what's ahead. Scott Furrow invites Nicole Hunt from Focus on the Family to share her insight on what this election could mean for the pro-life movement, highlighting three key examples in states around the country that uniqu...

Nov 08, 202441 min

Evangelical Engagement and the Future of the First Amendment

The Christian Outlook - November 2, 2024 Greg Seltz invites Paul Batura, of Focus on the Family , to explore the reasons behind pastors' reluctance to engage with social issues due to fears of backlash. Batura talks about the need for churches to provide a biblical framework for thoughtful engagement in the democratic process. Bill Bunkley invites George Barna to discuss the responsibility of Christians to engage in elections and influence culture based on biblical values, noting that 41 million...

Nov 01, 202442 min

Michael Youssef: “It Is Our Stewardship to Vote”

The Christian Outlook - October 26, 2024 Tim Clinton and Johnnie Moore discuss the gravity of the upcoming election, and its impact on fundamental American values like religious freedom and governance. They call for high voter turnout, especially among evangelicals, stressing the importance of protecting constitutional rights and the diverse voices within the community. Greg Seltz invites Dr. Michael Youssef of " Leading the Way ," to discuss the confusion Christians face around voting. Dr. Yous...

Oct 25, 202441 min

Christian Conviction and the 2024 Election

Christian Outlook - October 19, 2024 Chris Stigall talks with Troy Miller , President of National Religious Broadcasters , who addresses the apathy among Christian voters and urges them to recognize their shared worldview and take action in this election cycle. John Hall and Kathy Emmons talk with pastor Terry Timm about the importance of Christian involvement in politics, despite growing secularism and challenging political landscapes. Albert Mohler discusses the rejection of the creation order...

Oct 18, 202442 min

Israel, Anti-Semitism and Iran

The Christian Outlook - October 12, 2024 Host Scott Furrow reflects on the one-year anniversary of the October 7 Hamas attack on Israel, which claimed the lives of 1,200 people and took 251 hostages. The episode also highlights the unprecedented missile strike from Iran and Israel's defense efforts. Guests Albert Mohler and Reuven Doron , a Messianic Jew who was in Israel on that day, share their reflections on the tragic event. The conversation continues with Gino Geraci discussing Iran’s massi...

Oct 11, 202442 min

A C.S. Lewis Special: Narnia Unlocked

The Christian Outlook — October 5, 2024 Don Kroah is joined by Max McLean who has brought to stage some of the classic works of Lewis. C.S. Lewis’s stepson, Douglas Gresham, explains the story behind Mere Christianity . Devon Brown, author of A Life Observed: A Spiritual Biography of C.S. Lewis was a guest of John Hall and Kathy Emmons . Eric Metaxas interviews Joe Laconte, author of A Wardrobe, A Hobbit, and Great War about Lewis’ friendship with J.R.R Tolkien. Eric Metaxas returns to interview...

Oct 04, 202442 min
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