Marriage and family have been reimagined in contemporary culture as capstone achievements to be enjoyed after success, rather than cornerstones on which to build a life. However, studies show that married people are persistently happier than unmarried people, and that raising a child by two married biological parents is the best predictor of future financial, medical, and mental success. [... more]

Carl Truman's new book, The Desecration of Man, explores the concept of desecration, where humanity is redefining itself through technological advancements and a loss of traditional values. Truman argues that this is not just a matter of disenchantment, but a deeper issue of desecration, where humanity is intentionally violating its own nature and image. He proposes consecration as a solution, where Christians can reclaim their identity and live in accordance with the truth of God's word. [... more]

The war in Iran has exposed two blind spots in the conflict, one diplomatic and one technological, but both share a common root. The regime's ideology is rooted in Shiite Islam, where willing suffering for a righteous cause has cosmic significance, and the hardliners will frame the deaths of civilians as blood spilled to galvanize resistance. The conflict highlights the need for a deeper understanding of the soul of the enemy, and the importance of not outsourcing decisions about who lives and who dies to machines that cannot tell the difference between a military base and a classroom. [... more]

The Supreme Court ruled in Chiles v. Salazar that Colorado's law restricting licensed counselors from helping clients reconcile their identity with their sex through talk therapy violates the First Amendment, protecting professionals' right to speak freely and uphold their sincerely held religious beliefs. [... more]

The Coulson Fellows Program equips Christians to live faithfully in a rapidly changing culture by providing a comprehensive worldview formation experience that includes spiritual formation, discipleship, and cultural engagement. [... more]

The Declaration of Independence contains four references to God, highlighting the biblical and Christian influence on the American founding. The nation's capital is filled with monuments and buildings that reflect this influence, including the Jefferson Memorial and the Lincoln Memorial. The U.S. Capitol and the Library of Congress also showcase the significant role of Christianity in shaping American history and freedoms. [... more]

The Gospel of Thomas, a second-century document, is often misinterpreted as a legitimate source of early Christian teachings, but its Gnostic roots and misogynistic views contradict its portrayal as a feminist-friendly alternative to traditional Christianity. [... more]

Chuck Colson's vision for the Colson Fellows Program is to raise up Christians who can defend truth in the marketplace of ideas and live out the gospel, ultimately transforming culture and society. [... more]

The 1792 Exchange aims to depoliticize corporate America by promoting ideological neutrality and free market principles. Their research and resources help steer public companies away from activism and back to serving shareholders and customers with excellence and integrity. This effort has led to a decline in corporate participation in the Human Rights Campaign's CEI, a welcome development that suggests a shift away from the transgender industrial complex and a potential 'backwards march through the institutions'. [... more]

Jimmy Lai, a billionaire and politician, was sentenced to 20 years in jail for his advocacy of freedom and democracy in Hong Kong. Born in the late 1940s, Lai witnessed the Chinese Revolution and state-sponsored famine, and later established a successful business and media empire. He continued to fight for democracy and human rights, even after Beijing took control of Hong Kong, and was punished for his dissent. His story serves as a testament to the importance of standing up for eternal and true values, even in the face of great cost. [... more]

A cultural shift is underway as young men seek spiritual answers and a sense of purpose, rejecting the shallowness of past generations and turning to ancient wisdom, the church, and good books. [... more]

The Christian tradition of thinking about issues of war and peace asks three questions: the moral basis for the decision to use force, how to use force morally, and the ethical steps in the late and post-conflict phase. Dr. Eric Patterson, an expert on the just war tradition, discusses the legitimacy of the US government's actions against Iran and the importance of right intention and just cause. [... more]

Colorado lawmakers are pushing for the decriminalization of prostitution among consenting adults, a move that critics argue normalizes seedy and unsafe behavior. This policy is part of a broader trend of reshaping culture through language and promoting libertarian freedom, which some argue can never hold back the sexual brokenness that's all around us. [... more]

Secretary of State Marco Rubio's speech at the Munich Security Conference highlighted the importance of preserving Western culture and values, and the need for a robust and ideational society to resist decline. Rubio's speech was seen as a powerful articulation of the clash of civilizations, and a call to action for the West to defend its way of life. In contrast, Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's response to Rubio's speech was criticized for its simplistic and mechanistic view of culture, which reduced it to a reaction to class struggle. The conversation also touched on the importance of understanding the human person and the role of God in shaping history, and the need for a robust and ideational society to resist decline. [... more]

A civilization's detachment from its roots and truth can lead to decline, but Christians are called to be agents of renewal, living out their faith with hope, courage, and obedience to God's design. [... more]

The discussion revolves around the connection between school shootings, transgender ideology, and mental illness, as well as the implications of artificial intelligence on human identity and relationships. The conversation also touches on the importance of a Christian worldview in addressing issues like sexual exploitation and child abuse, and the need for a nuanced understanding of adoption, surrogacy, and IVF. [... more]

The intersection of faith and culture is explored through discussions on the Super Bowl, politicization of culture, and the implications of gender dysphoria on adolescent mental health. The church's demographics and the importance of Christian creativity are also examined, as well as the complexities of adoption and its relationship to God's love for His children. [... more]

Oz Guinness, a renowned Christian thinker, will be honored with the 2026 Wilberforce Award for his commitment to addressing essential issues from a Christian perspective. He argues that humanity is in a civilizational moment, where we must choose to renew our foundational inspiration, replace it, or decline. Guinness emphasizes the need for gospel people with a backbone of steel to stand firm in the face of cultural drift. [... more]

The intersection of faith, culture, and politics in the modern world is explored through discussions on religious persecution, feminist theology, socialism, and its impact on LGBTQ issues, abortion, and same-sex marriage, as well as the complexities of interracial marriage and the rise of Christian nationalism and white supremacy. [... more]

Christian persecution is on the rise globally, with 50 countries ranked with a record high level of discrimination against Christians. In South Korea, a government increasingly hostile to Christianity has arrested a pastor on charges of conspiring to overturn an election. Meanwhile, in the US, immigration enforcement is a contentious issue, with protests and ICE raids sparking concern. The First Amendment and its protections for freedom of speech and religion are being tested in the face of increasing lawlessness and intimidation. The Supreme Court's handling of transgender issues and the implications for girls' sports has sparked debate. Additionally, declining marriage and fertility rates in the US and other developed countries are being linked to a lack of religiosity and a focus on individualism. [... more]