The purpose of education has been strategically redefined. And I believe it is one of the greatest tragedies of our nation's 250-year history. We have abandoned the moral formation of children in favor of an institutional process mandated by the state.

Host Casey Harper is joined by Family Research Council's Arielle Del Turco and Brad Brandon, founder and CEO of Across Nigeria, to discuss the worsening persecution of Christians in Nigeria. They examine why many are calling the violence a genocide, the Nigerian government's response, inspiring stories of Muslims coming to faith in Christ, and what the Trump administration can do to help protect religious freedom.
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Host Casey Harper is joined by Family Research Council's Arielle Del Turco and Brad Brandon, founder and CEO of Across Nigeria, to discuss the worsening persecution of Christians in Nigeria. They examine why many are calling the violence a genocide, the Nigerian government's response, inspiring stories of Muslims coming to faith in Christ, and what the Trump administration can do to help protect religious freedom.

From sea to shining sea, America has long been called an exceptional nation, but why? Family Research Council president, Tony Perkins joins host Casey Harper to look back on the last 250 years of American history and discuss the unique cultural moment we're living in today. Built on the ideals of freedom and liberty, America has always stood apart. But as we compare the nation's founding with where we are today, it's clear we've drifted from many of the Founding Fathers' principles. Harper and Perkins discuss the cultural changes happening across the country, why a nation rooted in God's word matters, and why moral courage is more important than ever.

From sea to shining sea, America has long been called an exceptional nation, but why? Family Research Council president, Tony Perkins joins host Casey Harper to look back on the last 250 years of American history and discuss the unique cultural moment we're living in today. Built on the ideals of freedom and liberty, America has always stood apart. But as we compare the nation's founding with where we are today, it's clear we've drifted from many of the Founding Fathers' principles. Harper and Perkins discuss the cultural changes happening across the country, why a nation rooted in God's word matters, and why moral courage is more important than ever.

Host Casey Harper is joined by Senior Legal Fellow at the Heritage Foundation Stefan Padfield and The Washington Stand&rsquo;s Suzanne Bowdey to reflect on this year&rsquo;s Pride Month. Are corporations backing down or doubling down? The three discuss how companies approached Pride in 2026, the evolving corporate response to transgender issues, and whether consumer boycotts can truly make a difference. While avoiding every "woke" company may not be realistic, Stefan and Suzanne share two practical approaches to being more intentional and responsible with where you spend your money.

Host Casey Harper is joined by Senior Legal Fellow at the Heritage Foundation Stefan Padfield and The Washington Stand's Suzanne Bowdey to reflect on this year's Pride Month. Are corporations backing down or doubling down? The three discuss how companies approached Pride in 2026, the evolving corporate response to transgender issues, and whether consumer boycotts can truly make a difference. While avoiding every "woke" company may not be realistic, Stefan and Suzanne share two practical approaches to being more intentional and responsible with where you spend your money.

Fatherhood is one of the greatest callings with some of the greatest responsibilities. Host Casey Harper is joined by Family Research Council&rsquo;s Harold Harper and Jared Bridges to share how becoming fathers transformed their lives. They discuss raising children in the truth of the Gospel, nurturing their God-given gifts, and helping them discern God&rsquo;s will in everyday decisions. They also discuss the impact of having spiritual mentors and father figures who can guide, encourage, and help you become a more Christlike father.

Fatherhood is one of the greatest callings with some of the greatest responsibilities. Host Casey Harper is joined by Family Research Council's Harold Harper and Jared Bridges to share how becoming fathers transformed their lives. They discuss raising children in the truth of the Gospel, nurturing their God-given gifts, and helping them discern God's will in everyday decisions. They also discuss the impact of having spiritual mentors and father figures who can guide, encourage, and help you become a more Christlike father.

In a setback for religious freedom, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the First Circuit ruled last Thursday that Christian schools in Maine must comply with pro-LGBT regulations that conflict with their religious beliefs, if they want to participate in a public tuition assistance program.

NATO's 36th annual summit concluded on Wednesday following two days of intense rhetoric, unprecedented defense spending commitments, and a severe economic fissure prompted by the U.S. delegation. While the summit's chief aim initially was to showcase transatlantic agreement for the world to see from the Be?tepe Presidential Compound, a diplomatic eruption over topics of defense spending and ongoing regional conflicts quickly eclipsed the managed itinerary.

A federal appeals court has shot down Florida Governor Ron DeSantis's (R) efforts to safeguard higher education in the state from the entrapments of "woke" instruction, including critical race theory (CRT) practices.

The U.S. population is already close to peaking and will begin to shrink in less than 25 years unless urgent action is taken to reverse the country's rapidly collapsing birth rate, according to a newly released in-depth demographic study.

The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) officially concluded its operations on Saturday, passing its mandate on to individual agencies. "President Trump was given a clear mandate to eliminate waste, fraud and abuse from the federal government," said White House spokesperson Davis Ingle. "He has made significant progress in making the federal government more efficient to better serve the American taxpayer."

In an extraordinary turn of events, China's communist regime released imprisoned Pastor Ezra Jin on Friday, marking a reversal in its previous hardline stance in Jin's case following an appeal from President Trump for the pastor's release in May.

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Sixteen children were found confined to a room with feces and bugs in an Ohio house last Tuesday. Officials discovered the children, boys and girls aged one to 18 living in squalor in Hamden, Ohio, a part of Vinton County. Ohio Attorney General Andy Wilson (R) described what officials saw as a "third-world" housing situation.

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I think we have a truth problem. We're telling an entire generation to "live your truth" and "speak your truth." And honestly? It sounds like freedom. It sounds like finally being seen. But I don't believe it's as simple as it sounds.

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Sunday he would tell Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu not to strike back after Iran fired a salvo of missiles at Israeli targets in retaliation for an attack on the outskirts of Beirut, news outlet Axios reported.

For centuries, Christians have spoken of having a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Today, for a fee, people can continue conversations with an artificial intelligence version of Jesus. A growing number of AI-powered Bible companions, prayer assistants, and virtual spiritual advisors now promise guidance once sought from pastors, mentors, and Scripture itself. What seemed unthinkable only a few years ago has quietly become another technology marketplace. Most Christians naturally ask whether these tools are ethical. Can artificial intelligence strengthen ministry or help people study God's word?  Those are reasonable questions. But they are not the most important ones.

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