The Church Politics Podcast

Justin and Chris discuss the immigration crisis and the treatment of Haitian refugees. They also talk about the recent Josh McDowell controversy and how believers should respond to his comments about Black families. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin and Chris have conversation with Georgia's Lt. Governor Geoff Duncan about his book GOP 2.0. They also discuss how he stood up against the Big Lie and President Trump. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin provides a legal summary about the Supreme Court ruling on the Texas abortion law. He also interviews Pro-Black Pro-Life founder Cherilyn Holloway. The hosts then discuss Hurricane Ida and the need for the Infrastructure Bill. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin and Chris discuss President Joe Biden's misuse of Isaiah 6:8 and whether or not there's any value in politicians quoting the Bible. They also discuss Rep. Madison Cawthorn's "bloodshed" comments and the biometric data left in Afghanistan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin, Chris and special guest, Michael Wear, talk about all things Afghanistan. They also discuss the rise and fall of NY Governor Andrew Cuomo and the American sexual ethic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin and Chris discuss the term Latinx and the Gallup poll that shows most Hispanics do not prefer that term. They also talk about Biden's Infrastructure Bill and the difference between election in the biblical sense and political elections. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin Giboney explains why the AND Campaign doesn't attempt to fit within the framework of ideological conservatism or secular progressivism. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin and Chris apply Giboney's Sports Tribalism Theorem to the Olympic Games in Japan. The hosts also talk about the government's role in the Gov. Gretchen Whitmer kidnapping plot and about how the CRT debate just got messier. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Do you assume the worst when interpreting your political opponents statements? Justin and Chris discuss what it means to approach others with charitable esteem as required by the Bible. They also talk about why cable news isn't news at all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin and Chris talk about their problems with cable news and offer alternatives for getting information. The hosts also talk about the culprits of the opioid crisis and Christians booing former VP Mike Pence at the Faith and Freedom Coalition Conference Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin and Chris discuss how many Christians are more passionate about contending for their political affiliation than they are about contending for the faith. They explain what a faithful public witness looks like in the political arena. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin Giboney and Chris Butler discuss why Christians should have hope as they engage the political arena, despite all the negativity. They also discuss the true history of the filibuster. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin and Chris talk about the failure of the media and experts to properly address the origin of COVID-19 and why it impacts the people's trust in them. This also discuss the role the culture war played and why we all should want at least two strong political parties. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin and Chris talk about Justin's article in Christianity Today about how many Christians are seeking validation from secular society, and consequently, failing to be the salt and light in their professions. They also discuss the crime wave in America. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin and Chris discuss why people don't admit when they don't have enough knowledge about a particular subject to speak on it in an informed manner. They also talk about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the new CDC mask guidelines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin and Chris talk about David French's article about how Christendom is hurting Christianity. They analyze how the politics of Christian self-interest have hurt the church's public witness and hurt those around us. The co-hosts also talk about vaccine patents and why some Americans aren't going back to work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin and Chris discuss Rick Santorum's fallacious version of the American origin story and why it's harmful to the country's discourse and progress on racial justice. They also discuss the Chauvin trial and Senator Tim Scott's "cotton to Congress" stump speech. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin and Chris analyze a politician's Easter tweet and discuss why it was so troubling. They also talk about President Biden's infrastructure proposal and the true definition of infrastructure. Lastly, they discuss why a certain ethics rule needs to change. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin and Chris take a deep dive into the voter rights controversies swirling around the country. More specifically, they talk about the substance and the motives behind Georgia's new voter reform bill. Is it an innocent protection measure or is it Jim Crow 2.0? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin and Chris discuss Republican "voting reform" efforts in state government and what it says about the GOP's willingness to compete. They also touch on Senator Marco Rubio's quasi-populist stance against Amazon and the crisis at the border that's challenging the Biden Administration. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin and Chris talk about the differences in the Senate and House versions of the American Rescue Act. They talk about how the Hyde Amendment was missing from that legislation. There's also a discussion about how we can engage the tension between triggers and resilience. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin and Chris discuss former President Trump's CPAC speech and what Trumpism means for the future of the Republican Party. They also dive into the history of US foreign policy doctrine as they touch on the U.S. airstrike in Syria. Lastly, the co-hosts talk about the idols created in response to Trump. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin and Chris talk about Amazon's decision to remove a Christian writer's book from it's website. They look at ways Christians can sincerely love their LGBTQ neighbors without embracing every aspect of transgender ideology. The co-hosts also talk about the merits of restitution-based immigration reform and the Christians who are advocating for it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This is a special Black History Month episode of the podcast. Justin and Chris talk about the Black Panther Party and the social circumstances that created the movement. The two hosts also discuss how people have focused on the aesthetics of justice rather than the substance. Lastly, they discuss the motives of the Capitol insurrectionists. Was it just about racism or is there more there? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin and Giboney discuss the poverty and family policy proposed by President Biden and Mitt Romney and why Christians should be genuinely concerned about poverty. They also talk about the pros and cons of Oregon's decision to decriminalize drugs. Lastly, they talk about Senator Ben Sasse's response to threats of censure from the Nebraska GOP. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin and Chris discuss the GameStop Wall St. battle between Reddit traders and Hedge Funds. They also analyze the COVID Relief packages from Democrats and Republicans, weighing in on whether a bipartisan deal is possible. The episode ends with a conversation about the hype surrounding Governor Andrew Cuomo's COVID-19 response. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin and Chris discuss President Joe Biden's earliest Executive Orders, including one dealing with transgenderism. The hosts also discuss why Americans have lost trust in the media and the consequences for our democracy. Lastly, they examine what happens when we make serious arguments based on hyperbole and lies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin and Chris discuss Biden's COVID-10 stimulus plan in deep detail. They also analyze Alana Newhouse's article "Everything is Broken" and her concept of "flatness" in American society from economics to journalism and education. Then they lighten the mood with Justin's Sports Tribalism Theorem. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin Giboney and Chris Butler discuss the Christian role in Trump's madness and the US Capitol insurrection. They also talk about the role ambition and fear play in our politics and why American politics need courage and a reset. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin, President of the AND Campaign, discusses the crises, transitions and success of 2020. He also gives an in depth analysis of why Christians can't have an opposition-centered public witness. Discover how centering our opponents has lured many Christians into unbiblical positions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin and Christ discuss President-Elect Joe Biden's cabinet pick and what it says about his relationship with the progressive coalition. They also go in depth about the perils of corporate wokeness and how it may actually be hurting the modern social justice movement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin and Chris discuss whether or not we should fellowship with Christians who voted differently than us in the presidential election. They also talk about the politics of COVID-19 and whether or not "black on black crime" actually exists. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin and Chris provide an in depth analysis of the 2020 election results. They discuss the implications of a Biden White House along with Republican wins in other parts of government. They also debate whether or not it's proper to celebrate Christmas before Thanksgiving. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin Giboney goes to the Book of Proverbs to discuss what it has to say about this political moment. He details the Bible's position on scoffers and how Christians need to separate themselves from that form of political engagement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin Giboney, President of the AND Campaign, wishes his former co-host, Michael Wear, well and speaks about his contributions to the podcast and the movement. Justin also discusses what should temper our excitement if our political party wins the presidential election. He asks, "what does a victory really mean?". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week’s episode, Justin and Michael offer a reminder about what debate—and politics generally—is for and why it’s important. They also discuss the news related to President Trump’s health, as well as recent actions by Texas’ Governor regarding voting rights. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week’s episode, Justin and Michael discuss what’s fair game and what is not for considering the Barrett nomination. They also discuss a NY Times’ story looking at how and why efforts to “defund the police” faltered. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week’s episode, Michael and Justin discuss the legacy of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, and the politics of nominating and confirming the next Supreme Court Justice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week’s episode, Justin and Michael discuss the shooting of two police officers in LA. They also share their thoughts on election nightmare scenarios, and the ever-increasing pressure to “take a side” in politics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week’s episode, Michael and Justin discuss how the two political conventions attempted to frame Joe Biden. They also talk about the recent violence in Kenosha and Portland, as well as the decision by the national intelligence apparatus to no longer provide in-person briefings on election security. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week’s episode, Michael and Justin discuss the conversation around Joe Biden’s selection of Kamala Harris as his running mate. Some people are advancing inappropriate and destructive critiques of Harris. Others seem to suggest that Harris shouldn’t be critiqued at all. How should Christians think about this? Justin and Michael are joined by special guest, Kathryn A. Freeman, for this discussion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week’s episode, Michael and Justin break down the latest governmental action around COVID-19 relief. They also discuss a widely-read report on Trump-supporting evangelicals in Iowa, as well as a housing crisis that could explode in the coming months. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week’s episode, Michael and Justin discuss how we communicate with one another in public, from Jonathan Isaac’s decision not to kneel for the national anthem to Barack Obama’s eulogy to Damon Linker’s recent column about national divisions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week’s episode, Justin and Michael discuss whether schools should reopen. They also discuss the current situation in Portland, as well as a recent letter organized by Democrats for Life regarding the Democratic Platform. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The co-authors of Compassion (&) Conviction discuss why they wrote the book and how they hope it impacts Christians understanding and approach to politics. They also answer questions from supporters about the AND Campaign and the book. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Erika Collier, member of AND Campaign's Leadership Council, talks with State Senator Katrina Jackson about her life in politics, and why she advances a whole life platform. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin Giboney, Michael Wear and Chris Butler discuss the U.S. Supreme Courts Bostock decision, which held that LGBTQ people are protected from workplace discrimination under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. They weigh in on how Christians should respond to LGBTQ rights in light of religious liberty concerns. They also take a look at police reform and community violence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

AND Camp President, Justin Giboney, discusses several concrete actions steps to help Christians engage civically on behalf of racial justice. He explains why silence and inaction aren't options for Christians and how majority Christians must use their social and political capital to make a difference. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week’s episode, Michael discusses recent events with Phillip and Jasmine Holmes, considering how Christians ought to respond personally, relationally and politically. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin, Michael and special guest Chris Butler discuss the race, sex, qualifications and timing of Joe Biden's Vice President pick. The three Christian political strategists also weigh in on different responses by governor's nationwide to COVID-19 and a Christian candidate embracing the Democratic Party's Pro-Choice agenda without qualification. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices