The Eric Metaxas Show

John Stonestreet on Truth Rising | New Film Exposes Crisis in the West

Sep 8, 2025
John Stonestreet, President of the Colson Center and host of Breakpoint, joins to discuss the impactful documentary Truth Rising. They uncover the alarming crisis facing Western civilization and the urgent need for truth amidst cultural chaos. Stonestreet sheds light on the inspiring stories of courageous individuals like Jack Phillips and Chloe Cole, who fight for their beliefs in the face of adversity. The conversation emphasizes the importance of Christians engaging with societal issues and standing firm in their convictions.
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ADVICE

Hold Churches Accountable

  • Challenge your pastor and local church if they refuse to speak to pressing moral and civic issues.
  • Consider withholding financial support or writing a clear letter until your church leads you on how to live in this moment.
INSIGHT

Truth As Foundation Of The West

  • Truth undergirds the distinctives of Western civilization and its abandonment causes cultural decline.
  • The film argues our era shows concrete consequences of detaching from objective truth and meaning.
ADVICE

Use The Film As A Mobilizing Tool

  • Use TruthRising resources to learn and host watch parties to equip others.
  • Follow the film's four-part study to move from diagnosis to faithful action in your community.
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