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Dr. Carrie Gress, a scholar at the Institute of Human Ecology and author of "The End of Woman," engages deeply with the influence of Erika Kirk on young women and feminism. They explore how Kirk’s emphasis on motherhood and family challenges prevailing feminist narratives. Gress highlights the shift of young men towards traditional roles due to figures like Charlie Kirk, while young women grapple with a lack of standout leaders. The discussion also critiques contemporary expectations on women, shedding light on the toll of trying to balance multiple roles.

Dr. Adam Francisco, a noted historian and author, dives into the fascinating world of Shinto during his engaging discussion. He explains why the sacred Ise Jingu shrine is rebuilt every 20 years and its significance to Japanese identity. Francisco highlights Shinto's animistic beliefs, emphasizing its connection with nature and daily life. He also tackles the complexities of modern rituals in a tech-savvy culture, and discusses the challenges of reconciling Shinto with Christianity, revealing fundamental differences in belief systems.

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Pastor Peter Bender, director of the Concordia Catechetical Academy, brings profound insights for the 15th Sunday after Trinity. He discusses the First Commandment, emphasizing trust in God's providence over worldly anxieties. Bender unpacks the hymn ‘What God Ordains Is Always Good,’ illustrating how faith reshapes our understanding of suffering. He also explores Psalm 86, revealing the importance of prayerful dependence, and connects teachings from Matthew 6, calling believers to prioritize God's kingdom while navigating life's challenges.

Dr. Randy O’Bannon of National Right to Life National Right to Life Missed, Misclassified, and Minimized The post Why Are Abortion Drug Complications Underreported? – Dr. Randy O’Bannon, 9/24/25 (2673) first appeared on Issues, Etc..

Dr. Ken Schurb of the Central Illinois District of the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod A John 3:16 Card Everyone His Witness Book Discussion of “Unholy Trinity” Witnessing Helps Issues, Etc. Evangelism Evangelism Series The post Witnessing Tips, Part 4 – Dr. Ken Schurb, 9/24/25 (2672) first appeared on Issues, Etc..

Terry Mattingly of Rational Sheep Rational Sheep Pop Goes Religion: Faith in Popular Culture GetReligion.org The post A New York Times Interview with Charlie Kirk’s Widow, Erika Kirk – Terry Mattingly, 9/24/25 (2671) first appeared on Issues, Etc..

Lyman Stone of the Institute for Family Studies Institute for Family Studies The post Marriage, Family, Fertility and the Partisan Divide in America – Lyman Stone, 9/23/25 (2663) first appeared on Issues, Etc..

Wesley J. Smith of the Discovery Institute Wesley Smith’s National Review Columns Culture of Death: The Age of “Do Harm” Medicine Forced Exit: Euthanasia, Assisted Suicide and the New Duty to Die The post Alzheimers, ALS and Euthanasia, Nature Rights – Wesley Smith, 9/23/25 (2662) first appeared on Issues, Etc..

Pr. Sean Daenzer Director of Worship for the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod LCMS Worship The post Looking Forward to Sunday Morning (Three Year Lectionary): Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost – Pr. Sean Daenzer, 9/23/25 (2661) first appeared on Issues, Etc..