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American Civics: What Are The Basics And How Do We Cover Them? With Mike Farris

More than ever, high-school students need teaching that challenges them to think about whether the founding ideals of this country are worth preserving and inspires them to act upon their conclusion. Who are we kidding? A lot of adults need it too! My friend Mike Farris is joining me today to talk about how we can help our circle of influence understand America’s founding principles, the mechanics of government and lawmaking, and the Constitution that makes our system of government possible. Don’t miss it!

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MailBox Monday: Ordained Gay Pastors? Pledge of Allegiance? and More!

What’s up with the Methodist Church ordaining gay pastors? Can a Christian recite the Pledge of Allegiance—and what does the Bible say about church membership? I’ll be addressing these questions and commenting on an alarming and un-American action being taken by some local Republican party leaders to silence voices during a primary in order to push one candidate to the front. Will it work? I think not.

During happy hour, I’m answering your VIP emails, giving updates (and pictures!) on our move to a new building and offering some encouragement regarding how to talk to friends about the issue of transgenderism.

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Diamonds In The Rough, Created For His Glory

We sure don’t start out looking like much, and much like a jeweler does, God performs His handiwork and shapes us into beautiful works of art created to bring Him glory. Diamonds are a status symbol in America, but they’re mentioned in the Bible a number of times. I have a special friend from Israel joining me today to share some of their significance and what we can learn from them.

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