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Bonnie Kristian discusses her new book ‘In Defense of Evangelicalism,’ addressing misconceptions, critiques, and the positive aspects of evangelical culture, especially in the context of politics and society.
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In Defense of Evangelicalism: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/818937/in-defense-of-evangelicalism-by-bonnie-kristian/
Bonnie Kristian substack:
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Bonnie Kristian and her book
00:15 Why Bonnie Kristian wrote ‘In Defense of Evangelicalism’
00:52 Historical and current critiques of evangelicals
01:21 The dissonance between evangelical life and public perception
02:48 Critique of Christian nationalism surveys
04:49 High scores on Christian nationalism and what they mean
06:53 Distinguishing between fringe and typical evangelicals
08:31 The good in evangelical communities and their societal impact
12:39 The challenge of defending evangelicals amid criticism
14:17 Acknowledging legitimate critiques of evangelicalism
17:20 The political shift in evangelical attitudes and actions
20:32 How evangelicals can be called to reform and self-critique
23:48 The importance of love and unity within evangelical communities
27:28 Bonnie Kristian’s article on Charlie Kirk and political discourse
32:56 Closing remarks and where to follow Bonnie Kristian
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17 Aug 2026
Talkin' TDS Without Killin' Each Other
Corey Nathan discusses the concept of Trump Derangement Syndrome, partisanship, and how to foster understanding across political divides, especially within Christian communities. He shares insights from his op-ed and personal experiences on engaging with differing viewpoints.
Links
“Does Trump Derangement Syndrome Have a Cure?”
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction to the conversation and guest background
02:10 The civic renewal movement and community dialogues
04:04 Personal experiences with political support and TDS
07:12 What is Trump Derangement Syndrome really?
08:38 Legitimate concerns about extremism and partisanship
12:04 The importance of reading scripture in context
16:29 The danger of dismissing others as extremists
20:20 The brazenness of political corruption and responses
24:23 Understanding collective narcissism and tribalism
28:16 The role of scripture and faith in political identity
31:17 The ideal of civil discourse and Christian community
34:51 Advice for engaging with politically extreme friends
37:20 Practicing empathy and asking sincere questions
39:46 Closing thoughts and future hopes for dialogue
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23 Jul 2026
A Christian Response to the Global Refugee Crisis
Matthew Soerens discusses the global refugee crisis, the role of the church, and the biblical basis for supporting refugees. He highlights recent data, policy challenges, and opportunities for churches to engage in refugee support worldwide.
Links
Seeking Refuge: https://www.amazon.com/Seeking-Refuge-Shores-Global-Refugee/dp/0802432670/
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Refugee Crisis and Guest Matthew Sorens
00:29 The Origin and Purpose of ‘Seeking Refuge’
01:18 The Escalation of the Global Refugee Crisis Over a Decade
02:18 US Refugee Resettlement Policy and Political Volatility
03:29 Updates and New Stories in the Second Edition of the Book
04:28 US Policy on Refugee Resettlement and Immigration
05:29 Historical US Refugee Policies and Christian Contributions
06:43 The Biblical Case for Welcoming Refugees
07:27 Biblical Hospitality and the Great Commission
09:17 The Role of the Church in Global Refugee Support
11:06 Biblical Principles on Immigration and Refugee Policy
12:36 Supporting Refugees Beyond US Borders
13:46 Global Church Collaboration and Humanitarian Efforts
16:57 The Church’s Role in Addressing Global Displacement
17:27 Understanding Temporary Protected Status (TPS) and Policy Updates
19:27 Legal and Moral Implications of TPS Terminations
21:27 Advocacy and Policy Action for Refugees and TPS Holders
23:22 The Impact of Deportations on US Citizens and Families
25:15 The Impossible Choices Faced by Refugee Families
26:29 The Urgency of Compassionate Policy and Church Action
27:01 Meet the Co-Authors and Their Perspectives
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