Being Human with Steve Cuss Michael Wear: Finding Purpose in Politics and Faith
Jun 30, 2025
Michael Wear, President and CEO of the Center for Christianity and Public Life, joins to discuss navigating the chaotic intersection of faith and politics. He emphasizes how Christians can reclaim civic agency through local actions, challenging the despair of outrage culture. Wear advocates for diversifying news sources for balanced perspectives and integrating faith into political discourse. He also explores the importance of self-acceptance and community support while encouraging meaningful civic engagement rooted in love and service.
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Politics as Entertainment vs. Duty
- Politics today is often treated as entertainment rather than meaningful engagement.\n- This shallow engagement breeds cynicism and fails democratic responsibilities.
Focus Locally and Passionately
- Focus political attention on local issues or topics you deeply care about.\n- Avoid spreading yourself thin by following every hot political story or drama.
Churches Partner for Community Change
- Steve Cuss shares his church's long, incremental journey impacting local housing policy.\n- Michael Wear highlights how churches can partner with officials by offering assets to solve public problems.