Uncommon Sense in Current Times

Peter Demos
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This podcast is for the man who's tired of biting his tongue while the world burns. For the Christian who loves his country — but loves God more — and refuses to trade conviction for comfort. For the leader who's built a business, a family, a life… but feels alone in a culture that mocks truth, silences faith, and rewards weakness. This is for the one who won't bow, won't break, and won't be bullied into silence. Every episode cuts through the noise with bold truth, biblical wisdom, and the courage to speak what others won't. If that's you… Welcome to the front line. You've found your people.

  1. 2d ago

    AI Can Give You Knowledge—But Can It Give You Wisdom? | The Future of Work, Faith & Human Creativity

    What happens when artificial intelligence can produce answers faster than we can, but still cannot understand what it means to be human? In this episode, I sit down with a prominent expert on artificial intelligence to explore one of the most important questions facing us today: How do we embrace the benefits of AI without surrendering the distinctly human qualities technology can never replace? We discuss why AI is much more than another productivity tool. It is beginning to reshape how we work, think, create, communicate, and even form relationships. While AI can process extraordinary amounts of data and turn information into useful knowledge, there remains a critical gap between knowledge and wisdom. AI does not live in the real world. It doesn't experience relationships, interruptions, consequences, suffering, responsibility, or the countless contextual realities that inform genuine human judgment. We also explore what healthy AI adoption should look like inside businesses and organizations. Rather than simply giving employees access to AI and expecting transformation, leaders need to develop what we call "AI fitness"—training people to use these tools effectively, critically, responsibly, and within community. From deepfakes and algorithmic addiction to AI companions and the temptation to outsource our creativity, this conversation goes beyond what AI can do and asks what we should allow it to do. Ultimately, AI may offer us an extraordinary opportunity: allowing technology to handle more of the drudgery of work while freeing human beings to pursue creativity, relationships, wisdom, character, and meaningful work. But that will only happen if we intentionally decide what should—and should not—be outsourced. 📘 Get my latest book Bold Not Belligerent on Amazon: 👉 https://a.co/d/eGTPSYS 💭 A different way to reflect this week: • Am I using AI to strengthen my thinking—or allowing it to replace my thinking? • What parts of my work are drudgery that technology could appropriately handle, and what parts are formative experiences I should protect? 📌 In this episode, we discuss: ✅ Why AI represents a fundamental transition in human labor ✅ The difference between data, information, knowledge, and wisdom ✅ Why AI cannot replicate the real-world context behind human judgment ✅ How AI tools can actually shape the people who use them ✅ Why organizations need "AI fitness," not simply AI access ✅ The importance of communities of practice when adopting new technology ✅ How deepfakes and synthetic content are contributing to a crisis of trust ✅ Why human interaction remains essential in an increasingly digital world ✅ The danger of outsourcing creativity and critical thinking ✅ How AI companions could become substitutes for genuine human relationships ✅ The biblical distinction between the drudgery of labor and the delight of creativity ✅ How leaders can embrace AI without sacrificing wisdom, character, or human connection 📢 TAKE ACTION: 🤖 Identify repetitive or administrative tasks where AI can genuinely save you time 🧠 Protect activities that require critical thinking, imagination, judgment, and creativity 👥 Create opportunities to learn AI alongside other people rather than experimenting entirely in isolation 🔍 Verify AI-generated information instead of automatically trusting the output 🤝 Intentionally prioritize face-to-face relationships and conversations 🙏 Ask whether the technology you use is helping form you into the person God has called you to become 🔗 Connect with the Guest: 🌐 Website: https://www.jamespoulter.co.uk 📱 Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/jamespoulter ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/jamespoulteruk 📘 Pre-Order AI @ Work - https://www.amazon.com/AI-Work-build-stack-organization/dp/1350597929 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jpoulter  🔗 Follow Peter Demos: 🌐 Website: https://www.peterdemos.org/ 📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/peterdemosofficial 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/peterdemosofficial 𝕏 Twitter/X: https://x.com/peter_demos 🙌 Subscribe for conversations on faith, culture, leadership, truth, technology, and living with wisdom and conviction in rapidly changing times. #ArtificialIntelligence #AI #PeterDemos #FaithAndTechnology #FutureOfWork #ChristianLeadership #AILeadership #HumanCreativity #BiblicalWorldview #Technology #Leadership #FutureOfAI #UncommonSensePodcast

    AI Can Give You Knowledge—But Can It Give You Wisdom? | The Future of Work, Faith & Human Creativity

  2. 6d ago

    Is the Supreme Court Becoming Political? | Dr. Hunter Baker on Courts, Congress & the Constitution

    What happens when the Supreme Court becomes just another political battleground for political power? In this episode, I speak with with Dr. Hunter Baker, Senior Fellow for First Liberty Institute's Center for Religion, Culture, and Democracy, to talk about the growing debate over the Supreme Court, judicial independence and Americans' troubling decline in civic knowledge. Hunter explains why calls to expand—or "pack"—the Supreme Court have returned to the political conversation and why changing the size of the Court could fundamentally undermine its independence. We also explore the differences between originalism and the "living Constitution" approach, why the current Supreme Court is far less predictable than many political narratives suggest and what happens when Americans begin viewing judges as another group of elected politicians. But the problem extends beyond the courts. Hunter and I discuss how Congress has shifted from deliberation toward performance, with lawmakers increasingly rewarded for viral clips, social media engagement, and partisan loyalty rather than thoughtful policymaking. Ultimately, this conversation raises an even deeper question: Can a constitutional republic survive if its citizens no longer understand how—and why—their government was designed to work? 📘 Get my latest book Bold Not Belligerent on Amazon: 👉 https://a.co/d/eGTPSYS 💭 A different way to reflect this week: • Do I understand the Constitution and our system of government well enough to recognize when political power is being abused? • Am I evaluating political institutions according to principle—or simply according to whether my side is winning? 📌 In this episode, we discuss: ✅ Why court packing has returned to the national political conversation ✅ The history of FDR's attempt to expand the Supreme Court ✅ Why nine Supreme Court justices has remained such a durable model ✅ The danger of turning the judiciary into a "second legislature" ✅ Originalism versus the living Constitution approach ✅ Why the current Supreme Court is not a predictable political voting bloc ✅ How the Dobbs decision intensified the battle over the Court ✅ Why Congress has shifted from policymaking toward political performance ✅ How social media rewards outrage and viral moments ✅ The decline of bipartisanship in Washington ✅ America's growing civic knowledge crisis ✅ Why rebuilding civic education matters for the future of self-government 📢 TAKE ACTION: 📖 Read the Constitution and become more familiar with how our three branches of government were designed to function. 🏛️ Learn who represents you at the local, state, and federal levels. 🗳️ Evaluate candidates based on character, principles, and governing ability—not simply social media performance. 🤝 Engage people with different political perspectives without treating disagreement as hostility. 🙏 Pray for wisdom, courage, integrity, and humility among those entrusted with public authority. 🔗 Connect with Dr. Hunter Baker: 🌐 First Liberty Institute: https://firstliberty.org/ 🌐 WORLD Magazine articles - https://wng.org/authors/hunter-baker 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hunterbaker 🌐 Center for Religion, Culture & Democracy: https://crcd.net 📘 Books by Dr. Hunter Baker: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B001TNLIRQ?ingress=0&visitId=52e15f8a-ed15-4b88-b368-9d9edc042384&ref_=aufs_ap_ahdr_dsk_ab&ccs_id=379dada1-95ac-4ac5-804d-62bd8eebd723 𝕏 Twitter/X: https://x.com/hunterbaker LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hunterbaker/  🔗 Follow Peter Demos: 🌐 Website: https://www.peterdemos.org/ 📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/peterdemosofficial 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/peterdemosofficial 𝕏 Twitter/X: https://x.com/peter_demos 🙌 Subscribe: Subscribe for conversations on faith, culture, leadership, truth, religious liberty, government, and living with conviction in challenging times. #HunterBaker #PeterDemos #SupremeCourt #CourtPacking #JudicialIndependence #Constitution #CivicEducation #ReligiousLiberty #FirstLiberty #AmericanGovernment #FaithAndCulture #UncommonSensePodcast

    Is the Supreme Court Becoming Political? | Dr. Hunter Baker on Courts, Congress & the Constitution

  3. Aug 11

    Has America Been Infiltrated? | Mel K on Global Power, Sovereignty & the Future of Liberty

    Has America quietly surrendered its sovereignty or is there a larger story unfolding behind the headlines? In this episode, I interview Mel K., investigative journalist, host of The Mel K Show and author of Infiltration Invasion. Mel K. believes there has been a decades-long infiltration of American institutions by global interests, unelected bureaucracies and international organizations. She shares her research and thoughts on historical events, legal developments and political structures and how she believes they have fundamentally reshaped the balance of power in the United States. We discuss the growth of the intelligence community, the influence of multinational organizations, the role of international banking institutions, and why Mel believes local engagement is one of the most effective ways for citizens to preserve constitutional liberty. At the end of our conversation, I pause to emphasize the importance of historical literacy, critical thinking and carefully distinguishing documented facts from broader interpretations. Whether you agree with every conclusion or simply want to better understand one of today's most discussed perspectives on government, sovereignty and global influence, this conversation will challenge you to think more deeply about freedom, truth and your role as an engaged citizen. 📘 Get my latest book, Bold Not Belligerent, on Amazon: 👉 https://a.co/d/eGTPSYS 💭 A different way to reflect this week: • How well do I understand the historical foundations of the freedoms I enjoy? • Am I investing more energy reacting to national headlines than faithfully serving my local community? 📌 In this episode, we discuss: ✅ Mel K's new book, Infiltration Invasion ✅ The difference between military invasion and institutional infiltration ✅ The rise of the intelligence community and the idea of a "fourth branch" of government ✅ International organizations and the debate over national sovereignty ✅ The influence of multinational corporations and global institutions ✅ Why constitutional literacy matters now more than ever ✅ The importance of local government and civic engagement ✅ How to distinguish historical facts from broader interpretations ✅ Critical thinking in today's information environment ✅ Practical ways citizens can become more engaged in preserving liberty 📢 TAKE ACTION: 📖 Read George Washington's Farewell Address and reflect on its warnings about foreign entanglements. 📚 Study American history from multiple credible perspectives. 🏛️ Attend a local school board or city council meeting and become an active participant in your community. 🤝 Pursue conversations that seek truth with humility, wisdom, and respect. 🙏 Pray for discernment as you engage your family, church, community, and nation. 🔗 Connect with Mel K: 🌐 Website: https://themelkshow.com 📘 Infiltration Invasion: Amazon link ▶️ YouTube – The Mel K Show:https://www.youtube.com/@TheMelKShow 𝕏 X (Twitter):https://x.com/MelKShow 📱 Telegram: https://t.me/themelkshow 🔗 Follow Peter Demos: 🌐 Website: https://www.peterdemos.org/ 📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/peterdemosofficial 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/peterdemosofficial 𝕏 Twitter/X: https://x.com/peter_demos 🙌 Subscribe Subscribe for thoughtful conversations on faith, culture, leadership, history, constitutional government, religious liberty, and living with wisdom in challenging times. #MelK #TheMelKShow #PeterDemos #InfiltrationInvasion #Constitution #AmericanHistory #FaithAndCulture #Liberty #NationalSovereignty #UncommonSensePodcast

    Has America Been Infiltrated? | Mel K on Global Power, Sovereignty & the Future of Liberty

  4. Aug 7

    Are UFOs Really Aliens? | Derrick Warfel on UFOs, Fallen Angels & the Supernatural

    What if the greatest mystery surrounding UFOs isn't about life on other planets but about the unseen spiritual realm? In this episode of Uncommon Sense in Current Times, I sit down with Derrick Warfel to explore one of the most fascinating and controversial subjects of our time: UFOs, alleged alien encounters and what the Bible may actually have to say about them. Derrick explains why he believes most reported UFO sightings have ordinary explanations but believes that a small percentage point to something genuinely supernatural. Together, we examine the differences between the extraterrestrial hypothesis and the biblical worldview, discuss the growing fascination with the paranormal and explore why many Christians believe these encounters are better understood through the lens of spiritual warfare rather than science fiction. We also discuss the limitations of interstellar travel, the biblical understanding of angels and fallen angels, the importance of discernment and why Scripture remains the ultimate foundation for understanding extraordinary claims. Whether you're skeptical, curious or simply looking for a biblical perspective on one of today's most intriguing cultural conversations, this discussion offers thoughtful insight grounded in faith and careful examination. 📘 Get my latest book Bold Not Belligerent on Amazon: 👉 https://a.co/d/eGTPSYS 💭 A different way to reflect this week: Am I allowing Scripture—not popular culture—to shape my understanding of the supernatural? How can I grow in discernment while avoiding both fear and unhealthy fascination with spiritual phenomena? 📌 In this episode, we discuss: ✅ Why most UFO sightings have natural explanations—and why some remain unexplained ✅ The difference between the extraterrestrial theory and the biblical worldview ✅ The scientific challenges surrounding interstellar space travel ✅ What the Bible teaches about angels, fallen angels, and spiritual warfare ✅ Why discernment is essential when evaluating supernatural claims ✅ The growing cultural fascination with UFOs and the paranormal ✅ How Christians should respond to extraordinary experiences and testimony ✅ The importance of keeping Scripture as the ultimate authority ✅ Avoiding fear while remaining spiritually prepared ✅ Why understanding the unseen world matters for every believer 📢 TAKE ACTION: 📖 Study what Scripture teaches about angels, spiritual warfare, and discernment. 🙏 Pray for wisdom to distinguish truth from deception in an age of increasing confusion. 🛡️ Put on the full armor of God and remember that our ultimate confidence is found in Christ. 💬 Engage conversations about the supernatural with humility, grace, and a commitment to biblical truth. 📚 Evaluate extraordinary claims carefully, always comparing them against the teachings of Scripture. 🔗 Connect with Derrick Warfel: 🌐 Official Documentary Website: https://www.ufosandgod.com 📘 Official Book Website: https://www.ufosandgodbook.com 🎬 Watch the Documentary Trailer & Learn More: https://www.ufosandgod.com 📖 Learn More About the Book: https://www.ufosandgodbook.com   🔗 Follow Peter Demos: 🌐 Website: https://www.peterdemos.org 📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/peterdemosofficial 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/peterdemosofficial 𝕏 Twitter/X: https://x.com/peter_demos 🙌 Subscribe for conversations on faith, culture, apologetics, biblical worldview, leadership, and discovering uncommon truth for uncommon times. #DerrickWarfel #PeterDemos #UFOs #BiblicalWorldview #SpiritualWarfare #Apologetics #ChristianPodcast #FaithAndCulture #Supernatural #Discernment #FallenAngels #UncommonSensePodcast

    Are UFOs Really Aliens? | Derrick Warfel on UFOs, Fallen Angels & the Supernatural

  5. Aug 4

    School Choice Is Changing America | James Elliott on Education Tax Credits & Parental Rights

    What if you could redirect a portion of your taxes to help a child receive a better education? And why is school choice becoming one of the fastest-growing education movements in America? In this episode of Uncommon Sense in Current Times, I sit down with James Elliott, Executive Director of the Children's Tuition Fund, to explore the expanding school choice movement and the transformative impact of education tax credits across the United States. James explains the critical differences between vouchers, Education Savings Accounts (ESAs), and tax-credit scholarship programs, why the new federal education tax credit taking effect in 2027 could reshape educational opportunity nationwide, and how Scholarship Granting Organizations (SGOs) connect generous taxpayers with families seeking better educational options. We also discuss the lasting effects of COVID-19 on parental involvement, why school choice continues to face political opposition and how these programs are helping thousands of students find schools that better meet their academic, spiritual and personal needs. Whether you're a parent, educator, policymaker or taxpayer, this conversation offers valuable insight into one of the most significant educational reforms taking place in America today. 📘 Get my latest book Bold Not Belligerent on Amazon: 👉 https://a.co/d/eGTPSYS 💭 A different way to reflect this week: ·       How can we ensure every child has access to an education that helps them flourish? ·       Am I informed enough to make wise decisions about the educational opportunities available in my community? 📌 In this episode, we discuss: ✅ The growing school choice movement across America ✅ The difference between vouchers, ESAs and education tax credits ✅ How Scholarship Granting Organizations (SGOs) help families access scholarships ✅ The new federal education tax credit beginning in 2027 ✅ How taxpayers can redirect a portion of their tax liability to educational scholarships ✅ Why COVID-19 accelerated demand for school choice ✅ The debate surrounding public education and parental rights ✅ How tax-credit scholarships expand opportunities for underserved students ✅ Safeguards that help prevent fraud and misuse of scholarship funds ✅ What the future of educational freedom could look like in the United States 📢 TAKE ACTION: 📚 Research the school choice programs currently available in your state and understand how they impact local families. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Talk with parents and educators about the educational challenges facing children in your community. 💡 Learn how education tax credits, ESAs and scholarship programs differ before engaging in public policy discussions. 🤝 Consider supporting organizations that provide educational opportunities for families seeking alternatives. 🙏 Pray for students, teachers, parents and school leaders as they seek wisdom in preparing the next generation. 🔗 Connect with James Elliott & Children's Tuition Fund: 🌐 Children's Tuition Fund: https://everystudenteverystate.org 🌐 Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI): https://www.acsi.org 📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ctf_acsi/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChildrensTuitionFund/ 𝕏: https://x.com/acsi 🔗 Follow Peter Demos: 🌐 Website: https://www.peterdemos.org/ 📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/peterdemosofficial 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/peterdemosofficial 𝕏: https://x.com/peter_demos 🙌 Subscribe for conversations on faith, culture, education, leadership, public policy, religious liberty, and the issues shaping America's future through a biblical worldview. #JamesElliott #SchoolChoice #Education #PeterDemos #ParentalRights #EducationTaxCredits #SchoolChoiceMovement #ChristianEducation #PublicPolicy #FaithAndCulture #EducationalFreedom #UncommonSensePodcast #ACSI

    School Choice Is Changing America | James Elliott on Education Tax Credits & Parental Rights

  6. Jul 31

    Is Big Tech Putting Our Kids at Risk? | Norman Woods on Digital Safety, Free Speech, Protecting Kids

    Are smartphones and social media shaping our children more than parents? And who should be responsible for protecting kids from the harmful effects of today's digital world? In this episode of Uncommon Sense in Current Times, Norman Woods, the executive director of South Dakota Family Voice, joins me to discuss a growing movement to hold Big Tech accountable for the impact it's having on children and families. We explore why so many parents feel outmatched by addictive technology, what lawmakers are doing to respond and how families can reclaim a healthier relationship with technology. Norman explains why childhood has shifted from a play-based experience to a screen-based one, how social media companies intentionally design platforms to maximize engagement and why legislation like the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA) and app store age verification have become major policy priorities. We also discuss the importance of protecting children without sacrificing free speech, the role of parents versus government and practical ways families can create healthier digital habits. Whether you're raising young children, leading in your community or simply concerned about the future of the next generation, this conversation offers thoughtful insight into one of the defining challenges facing families today. 📘 Get my latest book Bold Not Belligerent on Amazon: 👉 https://a.co/d/eGTPSYS 💭 A different way to reflect this week: Is technology helping my family grow closer together—or quietly pulling us apart? What habits could I change today to better steward the influence technology has in my home? 📌 In this episode, we discuss: ✅ Why today's children are growing up in a screen-based culture ✅ How Big Tech companies design platforms to capture attention ✅ The connection between excessive screen time and declining mental health ✅ Why age verification and parental consent are becoming legislative priorities ✅ What the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA) would actually do ✅ How to balance protecting children while preserving free speech ✅ The responsibilities of parents, technology companies, and government ✅ Practical strategies for delaying smartphones and social media ✅ Building healthy family rhythms in a technology-driven culture ✅ Why protecting children is becoming one of America's most important public policy issues 📢 TAKE ACTION: 📱 Evaluate your family's current technology habits and identify one practical improvement you can make this week. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Create intentional screen-free times to strengthen relationships and meaningful conversation. 📚 Learn more about the policies being proposed to protect children online and engage thoughtfully in the discussion. 🤝 Encourage other parents in your church or community to work together toward healthier digital habits for their families. 🙏 Pray for wisdom as parents, educators, pastors, and policymakers seek to protect children while preserving the freedoms that strengthen our nation. 🔗 Connect with Norman Woods & South Dakota Family Voice: 🌐 South Dakota Family Voice: https://sdfamilyvoice.com ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SouthDakotaFamilyVoice 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SouthDakotaFamilyVoice   🔗 Follow Peter Demos: 🌐 Website: https://www.peterdemos.org 📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/peterdemosofficial 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/peterdemosofficial 𝕏 Twitter/X: https://x.com/peter_demos 🙌 Subscribe for conversations on faith, culture, leadership, family, public policy, religious liberty, and the issues shaping our communities through a biblical worldview. #NormanWoods #SouthDakotaFamilyVoice #PeterDemos #BigTech #DigitalSafety #Parenting #KOSA #KidsOnlineSafety #FaithAndCulture #FreeSpeech #Technology #ChristianWorldview #UncommonSensePodcast

    Is Big Tech Putting Our Kids at Risk? | Norman Woods on Digital Safety, Free Speech, Protecting Kids

  7. Jul 28

    Mail-Order Abortions Under Fire | Louisiana's Legal Battle Against the FDA

    Can abortion drugs legally be mailed across state lines and what does that mean for women's health, state authority and religious liberty? In this episode of Uncommon Sense in Current Times, I sit down with Gabriella McIntyre, Legal Counsel at Alliance Defending Freedom, to discuss the landmark legal challenge Louisiana v. FDA and the growing controversy surrounding mail-order abortion drugs. Together, we talk about why Louisiana is challenging the FDA's decision to remove in-person dispensing requirements for mifepristone, the legal questions surrounding federal authority and state sovereignty after Dobbs, and the concerns being raised about patient safety, informed consent and coercion. We also discuss the heartbreaking story of Rosalie Mark Kazich, the role of the Administrative Procedure Act and why this case could shape the future of abortion policy across the United States. Whether you're interested in constitutional law, medical ethics, public policy or the pro-life movement, this conversation explores one of the most significant legal battles currently unfolding in America. 📘 Get my latest book Bold Not Belligerent on Amazon:  👉 https://a.co/d/eGTPSYS 💭 A different way to reflect this week: ·       How can Christians demonstrate both compassion and conviction when discussing deeply emotional issues? ·       Am I seeking to understand complex legal and ethical questions before forming conclusions? 📌 In this episode, we discuss:  ✅ Why Louisiana is suing the FDA over mail-order abortion drugs  ✅ The legal significance of Louisiana v. FDA  ✅ How the Supreme Court's Dobbs decision changed the legal landscape  ✅ The role of the Administrative Procedure Act in this lawsuit  ✅ Concerns surrounding telehealth prescribing and patient safety  ✅ The story of Rosalie Mark Kazich and allegations of coercion  ✅ State sovereignty versus federal regulatory authority  ✅ The ongoing debate over abortion drug regulations  ✅ Pregnancy resource centers and alternatives available to women  ✅ What this case could mean for the future of abortion policy in America 📢 TAKE ACTION:  📖 Read Psalm 139 and James 1 as you reflect on the value and dignity of every human life.  🙏 Pray for mothers, fathers, children, medical professionals, and policymakers facing difficult decisions.  ❤️ Support organizations that provide practical care and compassionate assistance to women experiencing unexpected pregnancies.  🤝 Approach conversations on life with both biblical conviction and genuine compassion.  💡 Remember that difficult cultural conversations require both truth and grace. 🔗 Connect with Gabriella McIntyre & Alliance Defending Freedom: 🌐 Alliance Defending Freedom: https://adflegal.org  📚 ADF Resource Center about this case: https://adflegal.org/case/the-state-of-louisiana-v-u-s-food-and-drug-administration/  ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AllianceDefends  📱 X: https://x.com/ADFLegal 🔗 Follow Peter Demos: 🌐 Website: https://www.peterdemos.org/  📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/peterdemosofficial  📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/peterdemosofficial  𝕏 Twitter/X: https://x.com/peter_demos 🙌 Subscribe for conversations on faith, culture, leadership, religious liberty, constitutional law, public policy, and navigating today's most important issues through a biblical worldview. #ErikBaptist #AllianceDefendingFreedom #PeterDemos #ProLife #LouisianavFDA #FaithAndCulture #ConstitutionalLaw #PublicPolicy #BiblicalWorldview #ReligiousLiberty #ChristianPodcast #UncommonSensePodcast #LifeIssues

    Mail-Order Abortions Under Fire | Louisiana's Legal Battle Against the FDA

  8. Jul 24

    America's Forgotten Story | Eric Metaxas on Faith, Freedom & the Revolution that Changed the World

    Americans have forgotten the true story of our nation's founding. And as we lose our history, how can we preserve our freedom? Eric Metaxas is our special guest in this episode of Uncommon Sense in Current Times. He's a bestselling author, historian and cultural commentator. We discuss why understanding America's founding is essential to preserving liberty for future generations. Eric argues that the American Revolution was never simply about taxes—it was about a revolutionary idea: that our rights come from God, not government. We explore how the biblical worldview shaped the Founding Fathers, why George Whitefield's preaching helped prepare the colonies for independence and how historical literacy equips citizens to recognize and resist government overreach today. We also discuss the importance of recovering America's true story in an age of historical confusion, ideological division, and cultural amnesia. As we celebrate our nation's 250th anniversary, this conversation is both a history lesson and a call to rediscover the principles that made America unique. 📘 Get my latest book Bold Not Belligerent on Amazon: 👉 https://a.co/d/eGTPSYS 💭 A different way to reflect this week: ·       Do I understand the principles that produced the freedoms I enjoy today? ·       Am I intentionally passing on a love for truth, history, and liberty to the next generation? 📌 In this episode, we discuss: ✅ Why the American Revolution was about more than taxation ✅ The biblical foundation of America's understanding of liberty ✅ Why the Founders believed our rights come from God—not government ✅ George Whitefield's influence on the American Revolution ✅ How the Great Awakening prepared the colonies for independence ✅ The growing problem of historical illiteracy in America ✅ Why self-government depends on an informed citizenry ✅ Lessons from America's founding that still matter today ✅ The danger of government overreach and cultural complacency ✅ How to protect freedom for future generations 📢 TAKE ACTION: 📖 Read Revolution by Eric Metaxas and revisit the Declaration of Independence with fresh eyes. 🇺🇸 Take time this week to learn one story about an American founder or patriot that you've never heard before. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Share America's founding story with your children or grandchildren and discuss why it still matters. 🤝 Engage in conversations about history with humility, curiosity, and a commitment to truth. 🙏 Thank God for the freedoms we enjoy, and pray for the wisdom and courage to steward them faithfully. 🔗 Connect with Eric Metaxas: 🌐 Website: https://ericmetaxas.com 📘 Book: Revolution: https://a.co/d/0j94Wjdm ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@EricMetaxas 📱 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EricMetaxas 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ericmetaxas 𝕏: https://x.com/ericmetaxas 🔗 Follow Peter Demos: 🌐 Website: https://www.peterdemos.org/ 📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/peterdemosofficial 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/peterdemosofficial 𝕏 Twitter/X: https://x.com/peter_demos 🙌 Subscribe for conversations on faith, history, culture, leadership, religious liberty, and the ideas that have shaped America through a biblical worldview. #EricMetaxas #Revolution #AmericanRevolution #PeterDemos #FaithAndFreedom #BiblicalWorldview #AmericanHistory #GeorgeWhitefield #DeclarationOfIndependence #ChristianWorldview #Liberty #UncommonSensePodcast #America250

    America's Forgotten Story | Eric Metaxas on Faith, Freedom & the Revolution that Changed the World
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This podcast is for the man who's tired of biting his tongue while the world burns. For the Christian who loves his country — but loves God more — and refuses to trade conviction for comfort. For the leader who's built a business, a family, a life… but feels alone in a culture that mocks truth, silences faith, and rewards weakness. This is for the one who won't bow, won't break, and won't be bullied into silence. Every episode cuts through the noise with bold truth, biblical wisdom, and the courage to speak what others won't. If that's you… Welcome to the front line. You've found your people.

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