CrossPolitic Show

This is where you find out how well you did in the early years. Ages 9-14 are when your kids start "pedaling the bike" themselves—and you'll quickly discover if they learned balance or if you need to grab the handlebars again. They're big enough to argue back, smart enough to ask "why," and awkward enough to make you question everything. Most parents get fearful during this stage, but we're here to give you biblical wisdom for navigating the logic stage. This episode gives you the tools to disciple (not just survive) your pre-teen. Because this isn't just about getting through—it's about raising covenant kids who love Jesus. Fight Laugh Feast 2025 Conference (October 16-18, Nashville) - Register HERE: https://flfnetwork.com

In today's show Pastor Toby and The Chocolate Knox cover recent American Eagle Ad involving Sydney Sweeney's "jeans" that has the left in an up cry and the right in an uprooting applause. Also appearing to weigh in on this is former pastor Jason Farley , Teaching Pastor Virgil Walker, and mother of 7 (and Knox's wife) Sharron Shannon! With such a stacked roster of speakers, this turned out to be an informal conversation diving deeper into the implications of this supposedly racist ad. Fight Laugh Feast 2025 Conference (October 16-18, Nashville) - Register HERE: https://flfnetwork.com

Trump’s new religious liberty order isn’t just a policy shift—it’s a cultural permission slip. In this episode, the guys lay out why now is the most strategic time in a generation to start a business, plant a church, or build something that lasts. With 10,000 baby boomers retiring a day, and the Overton window swinging wide open, Christians have a window to reclaim territory our apathy gave away. We break down how to seize this moment without waiting for permission, what faithful entrepreneurship looks like in a post-COVID economy, and why the church must stop outsourcing courage. Don’t waste this presidency. Don’t wait for “someday.” The time to build is now. Fight Laugh Feast 2025 Conference (October 16-18, Nashville) - Register HERE: https://flfnetwork.com

Everything you know about the Civil Rights movement is about to change. The guys have  @ChadOJackson  on today to explain the secret ideology behind the Civil Rights movement, and they talk about how it has influenced America. Chad is in the middle of creating a documentary that does a deep dive into the Civil Rights movement, and it’s going to shatter all of the lies. From communism to staged moments to empathy in the Church, Chad is going to tell you stories that no one else will tell. The Church needs to know the truth, and Christians need to respond. This is an episode you don’t want to miss! The MLK Project Funding: https://givebutter.com/8uqqCT Historia Revelata Website: https://www.historev.com/ Fight Laugh Feast 2025 Conference (October 16-18, Nashville) - Register HERE: https://flfnetwork.com

Joined by Senior Analyst J. Michael Waller, the guys dive back into The Creation of the Russia Hoax. After new information was released today by DNI Director Tulsi Gabbard, more and more is coming to light. From details about the deep state operation, the efforts that been made to hide the truth from the American people, and Former President Barak Obama's involvement with it. Fight Laugh Feast 2025 Conference (October 16-18, Nashville) - Register HERE: https://flfnetwork.com

Trump just released an AI video showing Obama getting arrested, and it's not just trolling. Newly declassified documents from Tulsi Gabbard reveal that Obama may have orchestrated the entire Russia-gate hoax. The intelligence community told Obama in December 2016 that Russia DIDN'T interfere in the election - but then the narrative mysteriously flipped. Was this treason? We break down the smoking gun evidence, analyze whether this is political theater or genuine justice, and explore what this means for America's future. Fight Laugh Feast 2025 Conference (October 16-18, Nashville) - Register HERE: https://flfnetwork.com

The guys break down Trump's immigration enforcement, Gavin Newsom's emotional manipulation, and the Democrats' selective Bible quoting. But here's the real question: What does Scripture actually say about strangers, sojourners, and national borders? Main content for today is the ICE raids and media "jamming" tactics, Hakeem Jeffries weaponizes Matthew 25, The "Dignity Bill" - compassion or compromise, why both parties cherry-pick Scripture, and Biblical framework for immigration policy. The bottom line is America has lost its moral center. The only way forward is through Christ and His Word - not Fox News, not CNN, but the Bible. Fight Laugh Feast 2025 Conference (October 16-18, Nashville) - Register HERE: https://flfnetwork.com

Chip and Joanna Gaines have featured a gay couple with children on their new reality show, sparking major pushback from Christians online. But the problem goes deeper than one TV show decision. In this episode, Gabe Toby and special guest Darren Doane break down: The controversial trailer and Christian response on social media , Chip's defensive tweets about "judging" and "modern American Christian culture", Megan Basham's explosive research revealing deeper connections to polyamory, why their pastor and church are the real problem behind this compromise, and the difference between biblical discernment and worldly "tolerance". They also talk about how this connects to broader issues in Christian celebrity culture, the importance of church discipline, and why soft, effeminate leadership in the church leads to cultural compromise. Fight Laugh Feast 2025 Conference (October 16-18, Nashville) - Register HERE: https://flfnetwork.com

In this episode of Crosspolitic, Gabe Knox and Toby expose the three major sins plaguing American churches that are directly responsible for our cultural collapse: the failure of men to lead, rampant sexual compromise, and the infiltration of Marxist race ideology. They reveal how churches are spending thousands of dollars on roller coaster productions and Mario Brothers sermon series while neglecting biblical worship, creating a generation of weak, entertainment-addicted Christians who can't engage the culture. From pastors who won't bark like the "dumb dogs" Isaiah warned about, to churches that have turned worship into a circus, this episode connects the dots between corrupted church worship and America's moral decay Fight Laugh Feast 2025 Conference (October 16-18, Nashville) - Register HERE: https://flfnetwork.com

 In this episode of CrossPolitic, we dive deep into the latest developments surrounding the Epstein files and what they reveal about the state of our government and justice system. From Pam Bondi's shifting statements about having "the list on my desk" to the concerning changes in Dan Bongino's demeanor, we examine why the promised transparency seems to be evaporating before our eyes. With 250+ victims identified but no meaningful prosecutions of perpetrators, we ask the hard questions: Is this incompetence or cover-up? Why are we still not seeing justice for the victims, and what does this tell us about the deep state's immune system? Fight Laugh Feast 2025 Conference (October 16-18, Nashville) - Register HERE: https://flfnetwork.com

The Biblical Case for Nationalism Against Global Empire | Crosspolitic Israeli political theorist Yoram Hazony makes the biblical case that nationalism is actually God's design for human flourishing. Drawing from Moses, the Hebrew prophets, and centuries of Protestant political thought, Hazony explains why independent nations with defined borders represent God's alternative to both tribal chaos and imperial tyranny. We dive deep into how the Old Testament laid the foundation for the Anglo-American tradition, why "neutral" public education was always a myth, and how conservative states can lead America back to biblical governance. If you've been told that loving your country makes you dangerous, this conversation will equip you with the scriptural and historical truth. Fight Laugh Feast 2025 Conference (October 16-18, Nashville) - Register HERE: https://flfnetwork.com

Today, the guys talk to Christian political commentator Steve Deace about the new Cold War in America that no one else wants to talk about. Our nation is in trouble, and we need to do something about it. First, though, they interview Steve Deace about his new children’s book that he just released—Richie Meets the Rainbow. Don’t be deceived by its title, though, because this book points to the answer that every Christian parent needs to hear as they raise their kids in a nation fractured by a new Cold War. If you want to know how to joyfully live in a nation filled with fighting, then this episode is for you.   Also, if you want your kids to thrive in this crazy world as godly men and women, you need to give them a solid, biblical education. This isn’t easy, but you’re not alone. We’ve decided to have our next conference on education so that you can prepare your kids to raise godly families, topple culture giants, and laugh at the darkness. Check out the Fight Laugh Feast Conference for this year at the link below!   https://flfnetwork.com

When blood is spilled in your land and true justice is not served... judgment follows. Today we break down the Brian Kohlberger plea deal that shocked our community here in Moscow, Idaho. Four college students murdered, and the killer gets life in prison instead of biblical justice—the death penalty. This isn't just about one case—it's about a nation that has abandoned God's standard of justice, leaving victims to pay for their killers' "adult daycare" while devaluing human life at every level. Fight Laugh Feast 2025 Conference (October 16-18, Nashville) - Register HERE: https://flfnetwork.com

Timothy Brindle vs. PCA Golden Calf | Crosspolitic What happens when a pastor challenges the PCA's untouchable idol? Timothy Brindle found out the hard way. At the 2025 PCA General Assembly, Pastor Timothy Brindle was silenced mid-sentence while questioning the reelection of Mission North America coordinator Irwin Ince. His crime? Pointing out that Ince's support for racial "affinity groups" violates James's command to "show no partiality." While other pastors freely criticized Ince's financial management and missed church planting goals, Brindle was shut down for touching the PCA's golden calf: racial reconciliation ideology. The Crosspolitic Guys and special guest Doug Wilson break down what really happened, why it matters, and what this reveals about the current state of the Presbyterian Church in America. Fight Laugh Feast 2025 Conference (October 16-18, Nashville) - Register HERE: https://flfnetwork.com

The Final 10 Things You Should Have Done 20 Years Ago | Crosspolitic In this episode, we continue our list of 20 things you should have done two decades ago, covering everything from local politics to raising kids, from avoiding business temptresses to creating Christian think tanks. Whether you're 19 (born in 2005 - yeah, that hits different) or 40-something looking at the next 20 years, this conversation will challenge how you think about time, investment, and building for the future. Remember: You are the man creation has been waiting for. You're loaded with capital - your hands, your mind, your time. Start turning a profit with what God has given you. Fight Laugh Feast 2025 Conference (October 16-18, Nashville) - Register HERE: https://flfnetwork.com This is the full PDF of the list: https://docs.google.com/document/d/10BKnxWGZlBbFVNkcQRxEU1mQap2ktQWl7rwzqeBDENI/edit?tab=t.0

Some parts of America might be even more pagan than Christians think, and New York City is a great example of this. Today, the guys on CrossPolitic talk about the recent political victory of Zohran Mamdani in New York City. Mamdani is a socialist Muslim who is the Democratic nominee for the mayor of New York City this year. He wants to start government-run grocery stores, make bus rides fast and free, and raise the minimum wage to $30. Yikes. How did our country get here? In 2001, everyone would have been opposed to this. But now in 2025? We have forgotten the fire and smoke of the Twin Towers, our politicians want socialism, and our nation is flooded with idolatry. As Christians, what do we do next? Also, if you want your kids to thrive in this crazy world as godly men and women, you need to give them a solid, biblical education. This isn’t easy, but you’re not alone. We’ve decided to have our next conference on education so that you can prepare your kids to raise godly families, topple culture giants, and laugh at the darkness. Check out the Fight Laugh Feast Conference for this year at the link below! https://flfnetwork.com

When Pastor Travis Johnson prayed for children's protection at a Mobile city council meeting, major activist groups demanded he apologize - but his viral response "I am not sorry, we will not bow, we will stand" sparked unexpected results: his church saw record baptisms, local pastors united, and the city actually fired its LGBTQ liaisons, making Mobile the first U.S. city to lower its "equality index," proving that sometimes standing firm on your convictions leads to victories you never saw coming.

Trump once celebrated Pride Month—and most Christians forgot. In this episode, we revisit a moment from Trump’s first presidency that many conservatives would rather ignore: his open endorsement of LGBT Pride Month. While evangelicals lined up behind him, the seeds of compromise were already planted. What does that moment reveal about the myth of neutrality? And what does it mean for Christians now, as the culture war escalates? Toby, Gabe, Darren Doane, Doug Wilson, and Michael Dougherty break down why the public square was never neutral, why Trump’s past matters more than we think, and what kind of courage it will take for Christians to stop outsourcing conviction to politicians.

In this episode, Gabe and Pastor Toby break down the explosive exchange between Tucker Carlson and Ted Cruz over Israel. As war rages and headlines invoke biblical language, we ask: Is modern Israel still under God’s covenant? We don’t just challenge Cruz—we challenge the way modern Christian culture misunderstands biblical covenants altogether.

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This week we were joined by author and filmmaker N.D. Wilson. N.D.'s last book in his trilogy Outlaws of Time, The Last of the Lost Boys, comes out April 17th! Pre-order now! Riot and the Dance will get an encore showing for April 19th. This is a big deal, so please invite your friends, and if you have already seen it, go a second time! Check here for your local listings and to purchase tickets. In CrossPolitic news, we cover the fallout from our Lt. Governor's live show, and how Christians should be thinking about how we should move forward with ending abortion.