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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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Prayer in Troubled Times: Seeking God's Help for Our Nation
The Christian Outlook – March 23, 2024
Albert Mohler, referencing his op-ed at World.org, condemns Vice President Kamala Harris' campaign stop at a Planned Parenthood death camp in Saint Paul, Minnesota as a historic moral breach, signaling the triumph of the culture of death in U.S. politics.
Eric Metaxas invites Caleb Dalton of Alliance Defending Freedom, to discuss aggressive tactics of the New Jersey government against First Choice Pregnancy Resource Center in New Jersey.
John Hall and Kathy Emmons and Pam Irizarry delve into the complex and enduring emotional toll of abortion on women's lives, challenging misconceptions propagated by the media and highlighting the need for post-abortion ministries like Deeper Still Pittsburgh to provide healing and restoration.
Georgene Rice and Andrew Carter, author of “The Privilege of Prayer,” discuss the significance of prayer and the privilege we have to talk directly with God. Carter emphasizes consistency and intimacy, drawing from the Lord's Prayer as a template for meaningful communication with the Creator.
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Our Moral Crises; Our Gospel Cure
The Christian Outlook – March 16, 2024
Albert Mohler discusses New York Magazine's moral case and advocation of unrestricted access to gender-affirming treatments for transgender youth, dismissing parental authority.
John Hall and Kathy Emmons talk with Dean Weaver, President of the Evangelical Presbyterian Church, about Ted Gioia's analysis of the "Post-Entertainment Society" where social media addiction shapes culture and thinking, prompting a call for intentional reading and renewal of the mind to counteract its effects.
At the National Religious Broadcasters, Owen Strachan facilitated a panel discussing the Gospel with Pastor Jack Hibbs, Pastor J.D. Greer and Pastor Allen Jackson. They highlight the need to boldly proclaim this truth amidst cultural shifts and personal interpretations of faith, urging believers to encounter Jesus for genuine life change.
Georgene Rice invites Rabbi Kirt Schneider to talk about his latest book, “To Know Him by Name: Discover the Power and Promise Revealed in the Hebrew Names and Titles of God.”
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The Church's Calling in a Modern World
The Christian Outlook – March 9, 2024
Kathy Emmons talks with Carl Trueman, author of The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self, about the battle the Church can no longer ignore and must face, in particular, the discipling of its young people concerning sexual morality and gender identity.
Greg Seltz, sitting in for Don Kroah, talks with Tim Goeglein of Focus on the Family on the dangers of historical ignorance and the alarming lack of civic knowledge among students and adults, emphasizing the need for cultural and historical literacy.
Scott Furrow and Philip DeCourcy, of Know the Truth, highlight the importance of a biblical perspective on spiritual warfare. They emphasize that the primary mission is to preach the gospel and build up the church, ultimately leading to victory over the forces of darkness.
Eric Metaxas talks with Rosaria Butterfield, author of “Five Lies of Our Anti-Christian Age.” She emphasizes the importance of addressing these lies with sincere humility, recognizing the spiritual realities involved and the need for grownups to engage in the conversation armed with the Word of God.
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Endowed by Our Creator with Certain Unalienable Rights
The Christian Outlook – March 3, 2024
Bob Burney takes a look at reporting from Politico reporter Heidi Prisabella, who tries to raise an “alarm bell” over Christian nationalism.
Albert Mohler responds to the effort from those pushing the "Christian nationalism" line, citing ignorance of America's founding and even the media using it as a scare tactic.
Scott Furrow talks with Todd Smith, pastor of Crossroads Community Church in Santa Clarita, California on our fast-disintegrating culture.
Bob Burney has an extended conversation with Bill Federer, author of his classic America's God and Country Encyclopedia of Quotations. Federer talks about our American history being altered and leaving out its godly heritage. They also discuss the confusion surrounding the separation of church and state and what led us to believe that somehow there is a wall between the two.
John Hall and Kathy Emmons talk with Robert Tracy McKenzie, author of “We the Fallen People: The Founders and the Future of American Democracy.” McKenzie explains how the Founders understood mankind's human heart and its fallen nature, which is why they designed America's government with separation of powers.
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Alabama Recognizes the Humanity of the Human Embryo
The Christian Outlook – February 24, 2024
Albert Mohler discusses a ruling by the Alabama State Supreme Court regarding the destruction of embryos, affirming that unborn children are children without exception, regardless of developmental stage or physical location.
Brian From and Robyn Chambers, of Focus on the Family, discuss the changes in the pro-life movement post-Roe v. Wade. They highlight the Option Ultrasound program's success in supporting pregnancy centers and empowering women to choose life for their babies, with over 500,000 lives impacted positively.
Greg Seltz and George Barna, author of “Raising Spiritual Champions,” discuss the erosion of truth in contemporary culture, and the importance of instilling biblical worldview and values, especially among children.
Scott Furrow and Pastor Allen Jackson discuss positive developments in the church despite challenges, highlighting increased clarity of truth and a resurgence of questioning beliefs.
Gino Geraci discusses Alyssa Childers' article on progressive Christianity, outlining five danger signs of being in a progressive church. He highlights the importance of discerning these signs to evaluate one's church and pastor's theological stance.
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Defending Human Dignity
Albert Mohler discusses the normalization of gambling in American culture, particularly highlighted by the recent Super Bowl in Las Vegas.
Bob Burney criticizes the "He Gets Us" advertisements that aired during the Super Bowl for misrepresenting Jesus by emphasizing His humanity over His divinity.
Georgene Rice and Louis Anderson of Oregon Right to Life discuss the recent Oregon Supreme Court ruling that rendered 10 pro-life senators ineligible for reelection, examining its impact on the ongoing legislative session.
Greg Seltz talks with John Stonestreet of The Colson Center about the prominence of abortion in the Democratic platform, noting its strategic importance despite its ethical implications.
Greg Seltz and Jay Richards of the Heritage Foundation discuss the consequences of gender ideology. They highlight the dangers of disregarding biological reality, emphasizing the vulnerability of young girls and the need to uphold fundamental distinctions between male and female in sports, society and law.
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