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Break Point

John Stonestreet

November 14, 2025

Top Story of 2025: Persecution in Nigeria

Christians in Nigeria face increasing violence and persecution at the hands of radical Islamic groups, with over 7,000 killed in the first seven months of 2025. The Nigerian government and Western media have been criticized for downplaying the issue, while voices like President Trump and Dr. Anthony Bradley have spoken out against the violence and called for increased pressure on the Nigerian government to address the crisis. [... more]

Sekulow Radio Show

Jay Sekulow & Jordan Sekulow

November 03, 2025

BREAKING: U.S. Troops on Standby to Save Christians

President Trump's bold step to end the genocide of Christians in Nigeria, a country where thousands are being killed by radical Islamists, has sparked a wave of attention and action. The ACLJ has been working tirelessly to bring awareness to this issue, and with the recent relisting of Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern, the US government is now taking concrete steps to address the situation. The ACLJ is urging Americans to get involved and support their efforts to protect Christians in Nigeria and around the world. [... more]

Break Point

John Stonestreet

October 27, 2025

International Religious Freedom Day

The International Religious Freedom Day highlights the precarious state of religious freedom worldwide, with Christians facing high levels of persecution, including genocide in Nigeria and other African nations. The freedom to live out deeply held religious beliefs is constantly being attacked and eroded, with incidents of societal hostility, vandalism, and perceived government bias reported in the US. American believers are in a unique position to argue for religious freedom and support believers in perilous situations. [... more]

Break Point

John Stonestreet

October 22, 2025

Christian Leaders Call on Trump to Protect Nigerian Christians

Nigerian Christians are facing unprecedented levels of violence and persecution at the hands of Muslim extremists, with over 7,000 killed in the first 220 days of 2025. The Nigerian government is accused of tolerating and directly violating religious freedom, enforcing Islamic blasphemy laws and failing to protect Christian farming families from militant Fulani Muslim herders. [... more]

Break Point

John Stonestreet

October 13, 2025

Bringing Back the Bible

The Bible has been a cornerstone of Western civilization, yet its presence in public schools is often misunderstood. A new documentary, Off School Property, aims to correct this record by highlighting a 1952 Supreme Court ruling that allows private Bible instruction in public schools with parental permission. [... more]

Focus on the Family

Jim Daly

October 03, 2025

Raising Up Gen Z to Follow Christ (Part 2 of 2)

A Christian apologist shares his insights on parenting Gen Z, emphasizing the importance of modeling faith, biblical authority, and unconditional love in a hostile culture. [... more]

Focus on the Family

Jim Daly

October 02, 2025

Raising Up Gen Z to Follow Christ (Part 1 of 2)

Gen Zers are facing unique challenges, including emotional instability, anxiety, and a lack of resilience. Parents can navigate these issues by being present, avoiding being an aggressor or an avoider, and embracing their child's identity while also teaching a biblical worldview. Jason Jimenez, author of Parenting Gen Z, shares practical advice for parents to help their children thrive in a hostile culture. [... more]

Our American Stories

Lee Habeeb

September 16, 2025

The Flushing Remonstrance and America’s First Fight for Freedom

The Flushing Remonstrance, a 17th-century document, played a significant role in establishing the principle of religious freedom in America. It was written by Edward Hart and signed by 30 inhabitants of the village of Flushing, New York, in 1657. The document defied Governor Peter Stuyvesant's policy of persecution against Quakers and other non-conformists, stating that the law of love, peace, and liberty condemns hatred, war, and bondage. The remonstrance's influence can be seen in the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, which formalized the separation of church and state. [... more]

Sound of Faith

Sharon Hardy Knotts and R. G. Hardy

September 01, 2025

Satan the Whistle Blower, Part 3

The devil is blowing his whistle, trying to usurp our God-given territory and religious freedoms. Just like the Philistines in the Old Testament, Satan seeks to occupy and vex God's people. However, we have the authority to resist him and take back the land. By standing on our faith and using our voice, we can overcome the devil's schemes and bring glory to God. [... more]

Break Point

John Stonestreet

July 24, 2025

The Liberty to Live Not by Lies

A Christian bookstore in Colorado Springs is suing the state over a law that requires businesses to use preferred pronouns and titles, sparking a debate over freedom of speech and conscience rights. [... more]

Love Worth Finding

Adrian Rogers

July 08, 2025

Thorns In a Nation's Side

America is in a crisis due to a lack of effective leadership, and the country is experiencing the consequences of an unthankful people, an ungodly leader, and uncommitted bystanders. The Bible teaches that a nation's decline can be attributed to these three factors, and it is essential for Christians to take a stand and promote faith, morality, and knowledge to restore the country's foundation. [... more]

Focus on the Family

Jim Daly

July 04, 2025

A Hopeful View of America's Future

The erosion of American history and cultural values has led to a crisis of fatherhood, loneliness, and spiritual recession. Christians have a duty to convey the Gospel of Jesus Christ and the concept of human liberty and dignity to a new generation. The church plays a crucial role in shaping the next generation's worldview, and it's essential to teach the great American story to preserve the constitutional republic. [... more]

Pathway to Victory

Dr. Robert Jeffress

July 01, 2025

America at the Crossroads – Part 1

No nation that outlaws the mention of God in the public square, celebrates the murder of its own children, and destroys the most basic unit of society, the family, will survive. Dr. Robert Jeffress explains how America's decline began with the removal of God from public life, the legalization of abortion, and the redefinition of marriage, and how Christians can push back against evil by being salt and light in the world. [... more]

Break Point

John Stonestreet

June 30, 2025

Free Only to Agree: The Limits of Freedom

Radical gender ideology has led to the detention of individuals in public spaces for sharing their views on transgender treatments. This has sparked concerns about the erosion of free speech and conscience rights in Western nations, where Christian consensus once protected these liberties. Totalitarian states have historically limited freedom of conscience, but the First Amendment in the US guarantees more, allowing citizens to express their beliefs in the public square. [... more]

Our American Stories

Lee Habeeb

June 02, 2025

FDR's Warning About Threats to Religion from Abroad in His 1939 State of the Union Address

President Franklin Delano Roosevelt's sixth State of the Union address in 1939 warned of the dangers of war and the importance of defending religious freedom, democracy, and international good faith. [... more]

Break Point

John Stonestreet

May 23, 2025

A “Theology of Getting Fired”: What the Truth Cost this Nurse

A registered nurse was fired for speaking out against gender ideology deception in medicine, highlighting the growing tension between faith and work in an increasingly secular culture. [... more]

Truth Talk

Stu Epperson

May 19, 2025

Faith on Trial

A church in Bryan, Ohio, faces persecution from the government for its ministry to the homeless and vulnerable, highlighting the importance of religious freedom and the work of organizations like First Liberty Institute in defending these rights. [... more]

Break Point

John Stonestreet

May 16, 2025

Another Study on the Dangers of the Abortion Pill, Renewed Interest in Spirituality, and Questions from Listeners

A discussion on the abortion pill's harms, the return of spirituality, and the complexities of refugee resettlement from a Christian worldview. The conversation also touches on the importance of education, homeschooling, and Christian schooling, and how to navigate these issues with a biblical perspective. [... more]

Break Point

John Stonestreet

May 09, 2025

A New Pope, People Turn to AI for Religion, and When is Error Heresy?

The new Pope's election sparks discussion on what it means to be a Christian leader, with experts weighing in on the importance of prioritizing Jesus' teachings and the exclusivity of Christ. Meanwhile, a growing trend of people forming spiritual connections with AI-powered chatbots raises concerns about the blurring of lines between human and machine relationships, and the implications for modern therapy culture. [... more]

Family Policy Matters

NC Family Policy

April 07, 2025

Can Charter Schools be Religious? (With Phil Sechler)

The Oklahoma charter school board's approval of St. Isidore of Seville Catholic Virtual School, a religious charter school, is being challenged by the state's attorney general, raising questions about the intersection of school choice, religious freedom, and the free exercise clause. [... more]