Brian Bales and Jim Supp, Senior Teaching Pastor of Reston Bible Church in Dulles, Virginia, discuss the biblical concept of contentment, emphasizing that it is not about denying life's difficulties but finding peace with what God has provided. They suggest that contentment involves wanting what one already has, trusting God's plan, and using scripture and community support to strengthen this mindset.

<a href="https://wava.com/personality/brian-bales">Brian Bales</a> and Jim Supp, Senior Teaching Pastor of <a href="https://www.restonbible.org/">Reston Bible Church</a> in Dulles, Virginia, discuss the biblical concept of contentment, emphasizing that it is not about denying life's difficulties but finding peace with what God has provided. They suggest that contentment involves wanting what one already has, trusting God's plan, and using scripture and community support to strengthen this mindset.

In our fast-changing world, it can be difficult to sort through the issues of the day.

From family to faith to the latest in the public square, it’s hard to stay up on what’s happening, much less interpret the news in a way that honors our Christian faith.

That’s what Salem’s Christian hosts do for our listeners across the country every day—and “The Christian Outlook” draws from the best of their material to bring you an hour-long program you won’t want to miss.

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In our fast-changing world, it can be difficult to sort through the issues of the day. From family to faith to the latest in the public square, it’s hard to stay up on what’s happening, much less interpret the news in a way that honors our Christian faith. That’s what Salem’s Christian hosts do for our listeners across the country every day—and “The Christian Outlook” draws from the best of their material to bring you an hour-long program you won’t want to miss.

In our fast-changing world, it can be difficult to sort through the issues of the day. From family to faith to the latest in the public square, it&rsquo;s hard to stay up on what&rsquo;s happening, much less interpret the news in a way that honors our Christian faith. That&rsquo;s what Salem&rsquo;s Christian hosts do for our listeners across the country every day&mdash;and &ldquo;The Christian Outlook&rdquo; draws from the best of their material to bring you an hour-long program you won&rsquo;t want to miss.

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Finding Contentment in Christ: Insights from Brian Bales and Jim Supp

The Christian Outlook - November 16, 2024

Georgene Rice speaks with Debbie Wuthnow of American Family Association Action about the impact of faith-based voters in the 2024 presidential election.

Albert Mohler highlights the unexpected prominence of transgender issues in the 2024 campaign, with Trump's ads emphasizing controversies like male athletes in women's sports resonating strongly with voters.

Georgene turns to Hans von Spakovsky of the Heritage Foundation to discuss the proactive efforts on election integrity and their impact on the results.

Greg Seltz and Jerry Newcombe,  spokesperson and co-host of the television program “Truth That Transforms,” highlight the importance of moral, educated citizens and argue that Christian values make for faithful and effective public servants, contrasting this with current cultural challenges like transgender issues in sports

Eric Metaxas invites author and apologist Larry Taunton, to reflect on Trump’s victory and its implications for America’s spiritual and national direction, emphasizing the need for national repentance.

Bob Burney encourages believers to pray fervently even after the election, urging Christians to seek divine guidance for Trump and his appointees.

The Christian Outlook - November 16, 2024
<a href="https://kpdq.com/radioshow/the-georgene-rice-show">Georgene Rice</a> speaks with <a href="https://afaaction.net/leadership">Debbie Wuthnow</a> of <a href="https://afaaction.net/">American Family Association Action</a> about the impact of faith-based voters in the 2024 presidential election.
<a href="https://albertmohler.com/the-briefing/">Albert Mohler</a> highlights the unexpected prominence of transgender issues in the 2024 campaign, with Trump's ads emphasizing controversies like male athletes in women's sports resonating strongly with voters.
Georgene turns to <a href="https://www.heritage.org/staff/hans-von-spakovsky">Hans von Spakovsky</a> of the <a href="https://www.heritage.org/staff/hans-von-spakovsky">Heritage Foundation</a> to discuss the proactive efforts on election integrity and their impact on the results.
<a href="https://www.lcrlfreedom.org/blog/dr-gregory-seltz">Greg Seltz</a> and <a href="https://jerrynewcombe.com/">Jerry Newcombe</a>,  spokesperson and co-host of the television program “<a href="http://www.thetruththattransforms.com/">Truth That Transforms</a>,” highlight the importance of moral, educated citizens and argue that Christian values make for faithful and effective public servants, contrasting this with current cultural challenges like transgender issues in sports
<a href="https://metaxastalk.com/">Eric Metaxas</a> invites author and apologist <a href="https://x.com/LarryTaunton">Larry Taunton</a>, to reflect on Trump’s victory and its implications for America’s spiritual and national direction, emphasizing the need for national repentance.
<a href="http://thewordcolumbus.com/radioshow/1911">Bob Burney</a> encourages believers to pray fervently even after the election, urging Christians to seek divine guidance for Trump and his appointees.

An Evangelical Look at the Trump Win

The Christian Outlook - November 9, 2024

This week’s episode covers the historic 2024 election, which saw President Trump win in a decisive landslide.

Albert Mohler provides analysis on the cultural and political significance of Trump’s remarkable victory and takes a look at what's ahead.

Scott Furrow invites Nicole Hunt from Focus on the Family to share her insight on what this election could mean for the pro-life movement, highlighting three key examples in states around the country that uniquely pushed forward the pro-life position.

Chaim Goldman invites Victor Dawson from “As You Go” ministry to talk about the importance of sparking spiritual conversations and encourages believers to engage meaningfully with those around them. He discusses the Great Commission and shares how personal discipleship can create a ripple effect in the lives of others.

Visit the Partners in the Gospel podcast, for the full conversation between Chaim Goldman and Victor Dawson.

The Christian Outlook - November 9, 2024
This week’s episode covers the historic 2024 election, which saw President Trump win in a decisive landslide.
<a href="https://albertmohler.com/the-briefing/">Albert Mohler</a> provides analysis on the cultural and political significance of Trump’s remarkable victory and takes a look at what's ahead.
<a href="https://kkla.com/personality/scott-furrow">Scott Furrow</a> invites <a href="https://www.focusonthefamily.com/about/media/nicole-hunt/">Nicole Hunt from Focus on the Family</a> to share her insight on what this election could mean for the pro-life movement, highlighting three key examples in states around the country that uniquely pushed forward the pro-life position.
<a href="https://am1460theanswer.com/radioshow/partners-in-the-gospel-with-chaim-goldman">Chaim Goldman</a> invites <a href="https://asyougoministry.com/">Victor Dawson from “As You Go” ministry</a> to talk about the importance of sparking spiritual conversations and encourages believers to engage meaningfully with those around them. He discusses the Great Commission and shares how personal discipleship can create a ripple effect in the lives of others.
Visit the <a href="https://omny.fm/shows/partners-in-the-gospel/victor-dawson-spark-a-conversation-that-impacts-et">Partners in the Gospel podcast</a>, for the full conversation between Chaim Goldman and Victor Dawson.

An Election for the History Books

The Christian Outlook - November 2, 2024

Greg Seltz invites Paul Batura, of Focus on the Family, to explore the reasons behind pastors' reluctance to engage with social issues due to fears of backlash. Batura talks about the need for churches to provide a biblical framework for thoughtful engagement in the democratic process.

Bill Bunkley invites George Barna to discuss the responsibility of Christians to engage in elections and influence culture based on biblical values, noting that 41 million born-again Christians plan to not vote, which could significantly impact the election outcome.

Greg Seltz and Jay Richards, author of, “Fight the Good Fight: How an Alliance of Faith and Reason Can Win the Culture War,” assert that Christians are often shamed into silence regarding truth, emphasizing the importance of engaging in cultural battles rather than retreating from them. 

Bill Bunkley and Jonathan Turley, author of “The Indispensable Right: Free Speech in an Age of Rage,” talk about how the First Amendment's protection of free speech as a natural, God-given right was a revolutionary idea that has been eroded over time due to an alliance between the government, corporations, media, and academia pushing for censorship.

The Christian Outlook - November 2, 2024
<a href="https://www.lcrlfreedom.org/blog/dr-gregory-seltz">Greg Seltz</a> invites <a href="https://www.focusonthefamily.com/about/media/paul-batura/">Paul Batura, of Focus on the Family</a>, to explore the reasons behind pastors' reluctance to engage with social issues due to fears of backlash. Batura talks about the need for churches to provide a biblical framework for thoughtful engagement in the democratic process.
<a href="https://letstalkfaith.com/radioshow/1940">Bill Bunkley</a> invites <a href="https://georgebarna.com/">George Barna</a> to discuss the responsibility of Christians to engage in elections and influence culture based on biblical values, noting that 41 million born-again Christians plan to not vote, which could significantly impact the election outcome.
Greg Seltz and <a href="https://twitter.com/drjayrichards?lang=en">Jay Richards</a>, author of, “<a href="https://www.regnery.com/9781684515523/fight-the-good-fight/">Fight the Good Fight: How an Alliance of Faith and Reason Can Win the Culture War</a>,” assert that Christians are often shamed into silence regarding truth, emphasizing the importance of engaging in cultural battles rather than retreating from them. 
Bill Bunkley and <a href="https://jonathanturley.org/">Jonathan Turley</a>, author of “<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Indispensable-Right-Free-Speech-Rage/dp/1668047047">The Indispensable Right: Free Speech in an Age of Rage</a>,” talk about how the First Amendment's protection of free speech as a natural, God-given right was a revolutionary idea that has been eroded over time due to an alliance between the government, corporations, media, and academia pushing for censorship.

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