Digital technology has changed the world, and that’s good for spreading the Gospel. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org. 

The marketplace is fertile soil for Christians to excel for the Kingdom. Related Resouce BONUS Breakpoint: Christian Hope in Economic Uncertainty with David Bahnsen __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org. 

Laws affecting abortion are changing both in good and bad ways. And we’ll talk about the shocking details looking into violence against women around the world.   Recommendations Tom Lake by Anne Patchett Upcoming Lighthouse Voices with Samuel D. James Segment 1 - Where Are We on Abortion? BBC: Abortion clinic payout woman shocked at prayer arrest 7 activists convicted of FACE Act violations by blockading Michigan abortion clinic Trump says he opposes six-week abortion ban adopted by his home state of Florida Segment 2 - Violence Against Women WORLD: Open Doors discusses religious persecution with UN Taliban vice and virtue laws provide ‘distressing vision’ for Afghanistan, warns UN envoy Open Doors: World Watch List 2024 Breakpoint: The Case Against the Sexual Revolution Segment 3 - Loss of Institutional Trust for Information Mark Zuckerberg Says White House Was ‘Wrong’ to Pressure Facebook on Covid __________ Get access to recordings from the 2024 Colson Center National Conference with your gift of any amount at colsoncenter.org/august. Register for the upcoming Lighthouse Voices featuring Samuel D. Jones, author of Digital Liturgies: Rediscovering Christian Wisdom in an Online Age, at colsoncenter.org/lighthouse.

Samuel D Jones, an author who explores the intersection of faith and technology, delves into the ethical dilemmas surrounding in vitro fertilization. He examines the moral implications of IVF, particularly regarding the status of embryos and the consequences of reproductive technologies. The conversation also addresses the Southern Baptist Convention's resolution against IVF and discusses the church’s role in providing ethical guidance amidst these complex issues. Topics like excess embryos, child commodification, and alternative methods are thoughtfully explored.

The discussion emphasizes the inadequacy of a single talk about sex for children. It advocates for continuous, age-appropriate conversations to combat the influence of pornography. A curriculum designed by Christian mothers is presented as a tool for parents. The aim is to empower families and redefine sexual education in a more holistic manner.

From disbeliever to the most important Church influencer. __________ Get digital access to the 2024 Colson Center National Conference with your gift of any amount at colsoncenter.org/august. 

Don’t believe your lying eyes. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org. 

From “safe, legal, and rare” to openly celebrating evil. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment visit Breakpoint.org. 

John Stonestreet, an author and cultural commentator, and Brett Kunkle, a youth and education advocate, dive into the profound shifts reshaping our world. They discuss the transition from a Christian to a post-Christian society, the tension within evangelicalism, and the rise of progressive beliefs. Their conversation emphasizes the need for personal narratives in influencing culture, the essentials of a local church community, and the challenges of navigating ideology versus worldview. They also reflect on the impact of Augustine's 'Confessions' and celebrate the significance of music in spiritual life.

Christ reminds us to not be alarmed, but to stay steadfast in Him. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org.