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Adoption Reimagined: Bringing Hope to Mothers, Children, & Families w/ Heather Mellott Oct 14, 2025

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What if adoption were accessible, affordable, and filled with support on both sides? What if women in crisis were met with real help, not judgment—and hopeful families didn't have to navigate the journey alone? In a culture wrestling with the value of life and the meaning of family, a bold vision is reshaping the conversation. Through the love of Christ, faith, compassion, and action are coming together to make a lasting difference.

My guest today is Heather Mellott, founder and president of Adoption Finder®. Since launching the organization in 2019, Heather has been on a mission to make adoption more accessible and affordable, support women facing unexpected pregnancies, care for foster youth, and save lives from abortion. She believes every life has intrinsic value and purpose and works to help families be built on love, hope, and lasting support.

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Life in the Negative World: Confronting Challenges in an Anti-Christian Culture w/ Aaron Renn Oct 07, 2025

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Church attendance in America peaked in the mid-20th century, but since then, Christianity has steadily declined in influence. What was once viewed positively—and later tolerated as just one option among many—is now often regarded with suspicion or outright hostility. In today's cultural climate, Christian morality is dismissed and even seen as a threat to the new moral order. Aaron M. Renn traces this 70-year shift in cultural attitudes toward Christianity and offers practical strategies for churches, institutions, and believers.

Listen in as Dr. Jeff and Aaron discuss:

*How Christians can remain faithful in a society that opposes their values

*What opportunities exist for living missionally in the "negative world"

*Lessons from the past that can guide us into the future

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Apologetics & the Christian Worldview w/ William Lane Craig (Classic Episode) Sep 30, 2025

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In this episode, renowned philosopher and theologian William Lane Craig explores the significance of Christian apologetics and why defending the faith is more crucial today than ever. From answering tough questions about God's existence to helping Christians share their beliefs with confidence, Dr. Craig offers practical wisdom for believers of all ages. Whether you're a parent raising kids in a skeptical world, a student wrestling with doubts, or simply someone eager to strengthen your faith, this conversation will encourage and equip you.

Listen in as Dr. Jeff chats with Dr. Craig, president of Reasonable Faith. Craig is Emeritus Research Professor of Philosophy at Talbot School of Theology and one of today's most influential Christian philosophers. He came to faith in high school and went on to study at Wheaton College, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, the University of Birmingham, and the University of Munich. Dr. Craig has authored more than thirty books—including The Kalam Cosmological Argument and God, Time, and Eternity—and published over a hundred scholarly articles. In 2016, The Best Schools named him among the fifty most influential living philosophers.

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Building Understanding Across Worldview w/ Richard Lombard Sep 23, 2025

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Do you find it challenging to bridge the cultural divide by building understanding and strengthening relationships between people of different countries, cultures, and religions? It can be difficult to bring people together through cultural intelligence, especially in this cultural climate. But as Christians, we are called to love our neighbor and our enemy, and shine like beacons of light in this dark and broken age.

Listen in as Dr. Jeff chats with Richard Lombard, founder and Executive Director of WorldviewU. He is an ongoing student and teacher of cultural intelligence and worldviews. One of his passions is teaching adults and students. Richard holds to the Christian worldview.

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Scrolling Ourselves to Death: Reclaiming Life in a Digital Age w/Brett McCracken Sep 17, 2025

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The rapid advance of digital technology is reshaping our world and warping our minds. The onslaught of social media and smartphones has brought an appetite for distraction, an epidemic of loneliness, and increased rates of mental unhealth. For Christians, the digital revolution has profound implications for spiritual formation and mission. How should believers respond to the theological and discipleship challenges of scrolling life?

Listen in as Dr. Jeff chats with Brett McCracken, who is a senior editor for the Gospel Coalition and the author of The Wisdom Pyramid: Feeding Your Soul in a Post-Truth World, Uncomfortable: The Awkward and Essential Challenge of Christian Community, and co-editor of Scrolling Ourselves to Death: Reclaiming Life in a Digital Age. He lives with his family in Southern California.

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Raising Kids with Purpose: Guiding Sons & Daughters Toward Their Calling w/Rhonda Stoppe Sep 09, 2025

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As Christian parents, we know the world has no shortage of opinions about how to raise kids—but what does God's Word say? In this episode, we dive into Rhonda Stoppe's book Moms Raising Sons to Be Men: Guiding Them Toward Their Purpose and Passion. Drawing from Scripture, real-life stories, and her own journey as a mom, Rhonda encourages parents to focus less on controlling outcomes and more on faithfully walking with Christ as they disciple their children.

Rhonda Stoppe is a bestselling author, speaker, and mentor with over 30 years of experience guiding women and families. A mother of four and grandmother of 15, she draws on her personal and spiritual journey to help women and parents live with purpose, integrity, and faith. Her books include Moms Raising Sons to Be Men, The M arriage Mentor, and If My Husband Would Change, I'd Be Happy. She also hosts the Old Ladies Know Stuff podcast, sharing biblical wisdom and practical guidance for everyday life.

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Sacred in the Everyday: God's Call in Daily Life w/ Brent Waters Sep 02, 2025

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Every day, we do commonplace things & interact with ordinary people without giving them much thought. What we need is a theological guide to thinking Christianly about the ordinary nature of everyday life. Leading ethicist Brent Waters shows that the activities & relationships we think of as mundane are actually expressions of love of neighbor that are vitally important to our well-being. We live out the Christian gospel in the contexts that define us & in the routine chores, practices, activities, & social settings that give ordinary life meaning. It is in those contexts that we discover what we were created for, to be, & to become.

Listen in as Dr. Jeff talks with Brent Waters (DPhil, University of Oxford), who is the Jerre & Mary Joy Stead Professor of Christian Social Ethics at Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary in Evanston, Illinois, where he also directs the Jerre L. & Mary Joy Stead Center for Ethics & Values. He has written, edited, or contributed to many books.

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In Memory of Dr. James Dobson: Honoring a Legacy of Faith & Family Aug 25, 2025

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Aaron Atwood and Dr. Jeff Myers sit down to discuss the life and influence of Dr. James Dobson. Dobson was a Christian psychologist, author, and broadcaster best known as the founder of Focus on the Family. Trained as a child development specialist, he served on the faculty of the University of Southern California School of Medicine before launching his media ministry in 1977. Through radio, books, and speaking, Dr. Dobson became one of the most influential voices in evangelical Christianity, especially on marriage, parenting, and family values. He later founded Family Talk in 2010, continuing his mission to strengthen faith and families.

More than this, Dr. Dobson has had a significant impact on the lives of countless Christians, as well as on the trajectory of Summit Ministries. We want to honor a man who fought the good fight of faith and truly championed a biblical worldview.

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Bold & Gracious: Speaking the Truth in Love w/ Frank Turek (Classic Episode) Aug 19, 2025

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In this episode, we sit down with Christian apologist Dr. Frank Turek to talk about what it means to represent Christ with both courage and compassion. How can we be fearless in the face of cultural pushback, forthright in speaking truth without compromise, and yet genuinely personable so people feel heard and respected? Frank unpacks practical insights from years of engaging skeptics and training believers, helping us learn how to share our faith with both clarity and kindness.

Dr. Frank Turek is a dynamic speaker, author, and Christian apologist best known for his book I Don't Have Enough Faith to Be an Atheist. He is the president of CrossExamined.org, a ministry that equips Christians to defend their faith with confidence and clarity. Frank hosts the I Don't Have Enough Faith to Be an Atheist TV show and podcast, and he frequently speaks at universities, churches, and conferences around the world. With a background as a former aviator in the U.S. Navy and a doctorate in apologetics, Frank combines sharp reasoning with an engaging, personable style that challenges skeptics and strengthens believers.

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Beyond the Screen: Arlene Pellicane on Helping Teens Thrive in a Digital World (Classic Episode) Aug 13, 2025

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In this episode, we're joined by author and speaker Arlene Pellicane to discuss her groundbreaking book Screen Kids: 5 Relational Skills Every Child Needs in a Tech-Driven World. As technology becomes increasingly woven into the fabric of our kids' lives, Arlene offers practical insights and wisdom for parents navigating the digital age. She unpacks five key relational skills every child needs to thrive, skills that help them build meaningful connections, maintain healthy boundaries, and develop emotional resilience despite the lure of screens. If you're a parent looking to equip your children with the tools they need to succeed in today's tech-saturated world, this conversation is for you.

Arlene is a speaker, host of the Happy Home podcast, and author of several books, including Parents Rising, Making Marriage Easier, and Screen Kids. Arlene has been featured on popular media outlets and she is the spokesperson for National Marriage Week and has been happily married to her husband, James, for more than 25 years. Arlene earned her BA from Biola University and her master's in journalism from Regent University. Arlene inspires parents to raise children who are ready for life. As an advocate of delaying smartphones and social media, her three children are living a revolutionary digital life and thriving. Arlene lives with her family in San Diego. To learn more, visit ArlenePellicane.com.

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