The greatest danger may not be that artificial intelligence becomes more intelligent. It may be that human beings become less discerning.

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.

President Donald Trump declared an economic victory of sorts on Monday, writing on Truth Social that "one of the biggest, best, and smartest Retailers in America, Walmart, will be lowering prices, by a lot, at my Administration's request to celebrate our great Country's 250th birthday." If this characterization is accurate, Trump just happened to stumble into the realization that the president can get businesses to lower their prices simply by asking nicely. Reality, however, is far more complicated.

The White House is taking issue with progressive ideological bias in the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History (NMAH) educational materials, in a 162-page report published July 4.

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.

The persecution of Christians appears to be intensifying in the Central American country of Nicaragua under the dictatorship of Daniel Ortega, as a Catholic bishop, two priests, and a deacon were arrested and detained last week, apparently for asking for prayers for an end to religious persecution in the country.

Years after it mattered, a mainline American denomination has finally thrown its full support behind the crumbling façade of transgender medicine. In its 227th General Assembly this summer, the Presbyterian Church (USA) voted overwhelmingly to "Declare that the PC(USA) supports all individuals to have access to all medically necessary, evidence-based gender-affirming healthcare." Such a declaration, coming in 2026, is a bit like waiting for the gale before spitting into the wind.

In the wake of a series of electoral and primary victories in deep blue cities by politicians who profess to be socialist, many are wondering how voters in the country with the foremost free enterprise economy in the world are voting for political candidates who espouse anti-capitalist wealth redistribution policies that have a track record of deepening corruption and spreading poverty.

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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.

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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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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