Ep 1214 | Texas Tragedy: Facts, Heroism, & God’s Goodness

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Jul 7, 2025

A tragic flash flood in Central Texas leads to the loss of at least 82 lives, including young campers. The podcast highlights heroic rescues, community support, and the emotional toll on families. It critiques the politicization of the disaster and addresses the effectiveness of weather warnings. The discussion also delves into theological questions about suffering and the fate of unbaptized children, emphasizing hope and God’s mercy. Personal stories of faith and community resilience are shared, promoting charitable actions and spiritual growth.

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Rapid Flooding Limits Reaction Time

Flooding warnings were issued and received, but the extreme rapid rise of water left little time to react.
People often underestimate risks when in their homes, contributing to vulnerability during fast floods.

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Heroic Sacrifice of Camp Director

Dick Eastland, Camp Mystic director, died trying to save campers during the flood.
He was rescued but died in a helicopter en route to a hospital, showing heroic sacrifice.

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Coast Guard Swimmer's Heroism

Scott Ruskin, a 26-year Coast Guard rescue swimmer, saved 165 lives during the floods.
He served as triage coordinator, comforted campers, and personally carried children to safety.

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Navigating the Culture War and Honoring Tragic Losses

10:08 • 3min

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Bravery Amidst Tragedy

12:47 • 10min

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Resilience Amidst Tragedy

22:46 • 22min

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Weather Warnings and Political Controversies

45:09 • 7min

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Navigating Social Justice and Education

52:21 • 5min

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The Fate of Innocents: Hope and Suffering

57:17 • 10min

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Embracing Faith and Community in Troubling Times

01:07:39 • 2min

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Toxic Empathy

How Progressives Exploit Christian Compassion

Allie Beth Stuckey

In 'Toxic Empathy', Allie Beth Stuckey explores how progressives exploit Christian compassion by using empathy as a tool of manipulation. She delves into five heated issues: abortion, gender, sexuality, immigration, and social justice. Stuckey argues that progressives use catchy mantras to present their perspectives as empathetic, while ignoring the other side of the moral equation. The book is about submitting empathy to God’s definitions of love, goodness, and justice, equipping Christians with research-backed, Biblical truths to dismantle progressive lies that have permeated culture and the church.

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Allie Beth Stuckey

The Reason for God

Belief in an Age of Skepticism

Timothy Keller

In this book, Timothy Keller tackles various doubts and objections to Christian faith, such as the existence of suffering, the exclusivity of Christianity, and the role of science. He uses literature, philosophy, real-life conversations, and reasoning to explain how faith in a Christian God is a soundly rational belief. The book is divided into two sections: 'The Leap of Doubt,' which addresses common objections, and 'The Reasons for Faith,' which presents arguments for Christian belief.

Today, we delve into the tragic flash floods that struck Central Texas, particularly Kerrville, where the Guadalupe River surged, claiming at least 82 lives, including many campers and counselors from Camp Mystic, a Christian girls’ camp. We explore the devastating impact on families, the heroic sacrifices of rescuers, and the ongoing recovery efforts. We also address the politicization of the tragedy, debunking claims blaming budget cuts or climate change, and confront hateful social media narratives targeting the victims. Finally, we tackle the theological questions surrounding suffering and loss, offering a Christian perspective on finding hope and purpose amid such heartbreak.

How to help:

If you have information about any missing persons, contact the Kerr County Sheriff’s Office at 830-258-1111 or floodrecovery@co.kerr.tx.us.

Visit EveryLife.com/BuyForACause to donate a month’s supply of diapers to flood victims.

Camp Mystic Flood Relief Fund: https://www.gofundme.com/f/camp-mystic-flood-relief-fund

Healing for Camp Mystic Girls and Families: https://www.gofundme.com/f/healing-for-camp-mystics-missing-girls

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Timecodes:

(02:30) What happened?

(19:17) Heroic stories

(27:58) About Camp Mystic

(31:00) Greg Abbott & President Trump respond

(36:50) Cloud seeding

(39:47) Blaming Trump

(56:30) Theology

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