Life and Books and Everything

For most of us, getting married and forging a strong family is the best way to build a prosperous, meaningful, and happy life. That's the message of Get Married: Why Americans Must Defy the Elites, Forge Strong Families, and Save Civilization, the new book by University of Virginia professor Brad Wilcox. Listen in as Kevin and Brad talk explore why young people aren't prioritizing marriage, why elites don't preach what they practice when it comes to marriage, and why getting married is one of the best things you can do for yourself and for others.Books & Everything:Get Married: Why Americans Must Defy the Elites, Forge Strong Families, and Save CivilizationESV Bible AppLight + Truth Podcast

Join Kevin and Eric as they discuss the ethics of war, the American Revolution, and the historical context of just war traditions. From King Arthur to MLK, this episode delves into the complexities of military conflicts past and present.

With two smart British historians—one from Oxford (Andrew) and one from Aberystwyth (David)--and one curious American pastor (Kevin), you might say that this episode puts the "fun" back in fundamentalism. How did fundamentalism become a pejorative putdown? Are evangelicals and fundamentalists really all that different? What is a fundamentalist anyway? And, to paraphrase Harry Emerson Fosdick, did the fundamentalists win or lose the last century? Join in as Kevin interviews two evangelical scholars about their new edited volume, The Oxford Handbook of Christian Fundamentalism.Chapters:0:00 Introductions6:45 Why So Little Written by Fundamentalists?11:44 Defining Fundamentalism 25:20 Fundamentalism & Evangelicalism36:40 Sponsor Break | Crossway & DesiringGod38:11 The Scopes Trial & Billy Graham48:02 Evangelicalism & Politics in America1:05:25 Did the Fundamentalists Win?1:08:26 Until Next TimeBooks & Everything:Oxford Handbook of Christian FundamentalismAsk Pastor John: 750 Bible Answers to Life's Most Important QuestionsLook at the Book

He must be one of Kevin's favorite historians and favorite guests, because Dr. Guelzo is back for an unprecedented third visit to the LBE book-cave. Although Dr. Guelzo's new book is about Abraham Lincoln, Kevin and Allen talk about much more than just Lincoln—everything from John Locke to Christian Nationalism to progressivism to a healthy does of Reformed anthropology. And no, Dr. Guelzo did not watch the Super Bowl.Chapters:0:00 Intro6:40 The Lincoln Book14:25 Democracy Consensus29:28 Christianity & Government46:45 Sponsor Break | Crossway & Desiring God48:00 Has Virtue Disappeared?59:51 Was Abraham Lincoln a Racist?01:02:42 Lincoln: The Founder of Big Government?01:09:16 What, then, is the Hope?1:16:37 Until Next Time

In this podcast, they discuss the rise and fall of the Young, Restless, and Reformed movement. They explore the origins, characteristics, and tensions within the movement. They also discuss the challenges of handling rapid success and elevate young individuals. The podcast touches on recommended books, declining birth rates, and the perception of marriage trends. They end with The Gospel Coalition's perspective on the movement.

Even though only Justin still lives in the Midwest, this episode has a distinctly Midwestern flare as the three amigos reminisce about favorite Christmas presents, Christmas places, and Christmas foods. You'll also hear about favorite books from the past year, some football banter, and a special section on the airing of grievances (note: Kevin had twice as many as the other two put together).Chapters:00:00 Intro00:50 Don’t Skip the Sports Banter15:20 An Airing of Grievances 31:18 Sponsor Break | Crossway32:32 Favorite Books51:25 Sponsor Break | Desiring God52:41 Christmas Questions1:44:20 Until Next TimeBooks & Everything:The Surprising Genius of Jesus: What the Gospels Reveal about the Greatest TeacherRemaking the World: How 1776 Created the Post-Christian WestThe Passage of Power: The Years of Lyndon Johnson, Vol. IVOrdinary Man, An: The Surprising Life and Historic Presidency of Gerald R. FordThoughts on PreachingThe Lord Jesus Christ: The Biblical Doctrine of the Person and Work of ChristLord Jesus ChristAmerican Visions: The United States, 1800-1860Case Closed: Lee Harvey Oswald and the Assassination of JFKAsk Pastor John: 750 Bible Answers to Life's Most Important Questions

If you ever wanted to be in the room as two minister friends talk about preaching and pastoral ministry, this is the episode for you. Kevin asks Alistair about his “ordinary” preaching style, about whether he ever thought about leaving Parkside, and about whether he’s an American or a Scotsman. Plus lots of other questions about books, the state of the church today, and the shaping influence of Cleveland.Books & Everything:The Christian Manifesto: Jesus' Life-Changing Words from the Sermon on the PlainTruth for Life: 365 Daily DevotionsTruth for Life: 365 Daily Devotions (Volume 2)The Case for Life: Equipping Christians to Engage the CultureAsk Pastor John: 750 Bible Answers to Life's Most Important QuestionsAsk Pastor John PodcastAll the Light We Cannot See: A NovelA Change of Affection: A Gay Man's Incredible Story of RedemptionCollected Writings of John Murray, Vol 1: The Claims of TruthCollected Writings of John Murray, Vol 2: Systematic TheologyCollected Writings of John Murray, Vol 3: Life, Sermons, Reviews

Any Christian trying to formulate a political theology cannot afford to ignore the impressive work done by David VanDrunen over the past decade. In this long-ish interview, Kevin asks Dave about two kingdoms theology, natural law, the purpose of government, and the importance of the Noahic Covenant. Stick around and you'll also learn what VanDrunen means by "conservative liberalism" and "legal polycentrism." You'll also hear what Kevin and Dave would do (or not do) if they were starting a Presbyterian colony on Mars.Chapters:0:00 Intro2:30 Politics after Christendom16:45 Covenants and Reformed Theology31:10 Sponsor Break | Crossway32:00 Does Christ Redeem Political Institutions?36:00 Responding to Criticism43:10 A Presbyterian Colony on Mars?55:00 Does Government Protect, Perfect, or Provide?1:03:40 Sponsor | DesiringGod1:04:10 A Conservative Liberalism1:11:10 Legal Polycentrism1:20:55 Until Next TimeBooks & Everything:Politics after Christendom: Political Theology in a Fractured WorldO Come, O Come, Emmanuel: A Liturgy for Daily Worship from Advent to EpiphanyAsk Pastor John PodcastAsk Pastor John: 750 Bible Answers to Life's Most Important Questions

Carl Trueman, knowledgeable on various topics, talks about Billy Graham, Pride Month, Christian Nationalism, and his dissatisfaction with America and Catholicism. They discuss the influence of Roman Catholicism in American intellectual and legal spheres, and the concept of culture warrior. They also reflect on changing views of cultural Christianity, societal shifts, hobbies, cultural differences, and changing attitudes among young Americans.

In this episode, Kevin talks with Melissa Kearney, professor of economics at the University of Maryland, about her new book, The Two-Parent Privilege: How Americans Stopped Getting Married and Started Falling Behind (University of Chicago Press, 2023). What is so great about being raised by two parents? When did marriage become a significant cause (and effect) of class distinctions? What can be done to restore the importance of marriage? How can we normalize the two-parent home without stigmatizing single mothers? Listen in as Kevin and Melissa tackle these questions, and many others, in this fascinating discussion about the economics of marriage.Chapters:0:00 Intro1:25 A Little About Melissa7:55 The Two-Parent Privilege26:45 Sponsor Break | Crossway27:10 Charts, Numbers, and Trends43:30 Sponsor Break | Desiring God43:55 Social Norms56:50 What’s Coming Up?58:00 Until Next TimeBooks & Everything:The Two-Parent Privilege: How Americans Stopped Getting Married and Started Falling BehindMinistry in the New Realm: A Theology of 2 CorinthiansFoundations for Lifelong Learning: Education in Serious Joy