CrossPolitic Show

In this episode of Crosspolitic, the guys reflect on the unprecedented memorial service for Charlie Kirk, which drew over 50,000 attendees in person and over 100 million livestream viewers. They explore how this moment represents the end of "negative world" Christianity and the beginning of a new era of Christian nationalism, where political leaders are openly declaring Christ as King. Its important to emphasize that this isn't a time for compromise but for bold Christian leadership, calling for Christians to seize this generational opportunity to disciple the young men inspired by Charlie Kirk's example and to build a truly Christian culture in America. Fight Laugh Feast 2025 Conference (October 16-18, Nashville) - Register HERE: https://flfnetwork.com

In this episode of CrossPolitic, Gabe welcomes Larry Taunton, author and columnist with bylines in USA Today, The Atlantic, Spectator, CNN and beyond, to discuss the critical battle over education in America. Known for debating leading atheists and Muslims including Christopher Hitchens, Taunton brings his sharp analysis and hard-won perspective on faith, culture, and politics to examine why homeschooling has become essential for Christian families. The conversation explores Taunton's journey from military base public schools to becoming a homeschooling advocate after witnessing the radicalization happening in elite preparatory schools 30 years ago. Taunton emphasizes that youth are looking for meaning and mission - and when parents don't provide it, kids will find it in destructive ideologies. Fight Laugh Feast 2025 Conference (October 16-18, Nashville) - Register HERE: https://flfnetwork.com Follow Larry Taunton's Socials! YouTube: @IdeasHaveConsequences Twitter: @LarryTaunton Instagram: larryalextaunton

In this episode of CrossPolitic, Gabe and Toby address the tragic assassination of Charlie Kirk and deliver a wake-up call to the American church. They argue that the church has catastrophically failed in its duty as shepherds, receiving an "F minus" grade for allowing wolves to infiltrate education systems while pastors refuse to warn their congregations about the dangers of public schools. They critique the humanistic unity message being promoted in response to Kirk's murder, explaining how this false religion, which elevates humanity rather than God as the ultimate standard, actually breeds the very violence it claims to oppose. The conversation takes a hard turn toward biblical truth, with the hosts drawing from 2 Corinthians 6 to emphasize that there can be no unity between light and darkness, between Christ and those who hate Him. They challenge the "thou shalt be nice" mentality that has captured much of American Christianity, calling instead for believers to recognize the fundamental war between Christianity and humanism that has raged for over 150 years. Fight Laugh Feast School Wars Conference (October 16-18, Nashville) - Register HERE: https://flfnetwork.com

Charlie Kirk was a faithful Christian father and husband who was gunned down while speaking on a college campus. Joined by Pastor Doug Wilson and Lennox Kalifungwa, Knox and Toby talk through the massive implications of this devastating attack.The discussion explores how this tragic event represents a watershed moment in American history, with Pastor Wilson drawing parallels to the turbulent 1960s while noting that today's division runs much deeper into American institutions and culture. The conversation delves into biblical responses to injustice, discussing the need for swift execution of justice, public accountability, and the restoration of proper fear of consequences for criminal behavior. This attack wasn't just on one man, but on any Christian who stands for biblical truth, while calling for courage, faith, and faithful witness in the face of persecution. Fight Laugh Feast 2025 Conference (October 16-18, Nashville) - Register HERE: https://flfnetwork.com

In this episode of CrossPolitic, Toby and Gabe tackle Tucker Carlson's criticism of Bibi Netanyahu's response to Kirk's death, while emphasizing the importance of critical thinking over reactionary blame games. The discussion takes a deep dive into the dangers of falling into leftist thinking patterns - whether blaming "the Jews" for everything or failing to make careful distinctions between different groups within Israel and America. Fight Laugh Feast 2025 Conference (October 16-18, Nashville) - Register HERE: https://flfnetwork.com

In this episode of Crosspolitic, Pastor Toby and The Chocolate Knox interview David Bahnsen, founder and chief investment officer of the Bahnsen Group (managing $8.1 billion), about his upcoming talk at the Fight Laugh Feast conference on "Making America Competitive Again: Why Education is Ground Zero for Markets." The conversation explores Bahnsen's fascinating journey from managing Christian bands at Tooth and Nail Records in the 1990s to building a multi-billion dollar wealth management firm, demonstrating that entrepreneurial opportunities still abound in America for those willing to take responsibility and work hard. Fight Laugh Feast 2025 Conference (October 16-18, Nashville) - Register HERE: https://flfnetwork.com

In this episode of Crosspolitic Toby, Knox, and Gabe dive into a recent Institute for Family Studies report documenting America's "sex recession" - revealing that young adults aged 18-29 are having significantly less sex than previous generations, with sexlessness doubling since 2010. While initially seeming positive (less unmarried sex), it only takes exploring the deeper cultural implications to realize otherwise. With declining birth rates now below 1.6, reduced social interaction among young people, and a generation rewired by smartphones and social media since 2010, the discussion reveals how this trend points to broader issues of isolation, lack of real-world relationships, and a culture that has lost sight of biblical sexuality and marriage. Fight Laugh Feast 2025 Conference (October 16-18, Nashville) - Register HERE: https://flfnetwork.com

In this episode of Cross Politic, Gabe and Toby return from their trip to Israel with the Herzl Institute, sharing four key takeaways that every Christian should consider about modern Israel. Pastor Toby provides a comprehensive historical overview from 70 AD to present day, explaining how Jews maintained a continuous presence in the land through centuries of foreign rule. This episode challenges American Christians to match Israel's courage and commitment while maintaining the joy and hope that comes from knowing Christ. Fight Laugh Feast 2025 Conference (October 16-18, Nashville) - Register HERE: https://flfnetwork.com

In this episode of CrossPolitic Toby, Knox, and Gabe welcome back Gary DeMar, president of American Vision, to discuss "The Great Debate: Does God Exist?". The book serves as a reading and analysis of the legendary 1985 Bahnsen-Stein debate. DeMar explains why this 40th anniversary examination of the debate remains relevant today, highlighting how Greg Bahnsen's presuppositional apologetic approach completely dismantled Gordon Stein's atheistic arguments by forcing him to confront his own philosophical assumptions. The conversation takes an unexpected turn into eschatology, addressing the public perception of a "falling out" between DeMar and the CrossPolitic guys over theological differences. The conversation ultimately comes around to the substantive discussion about the resurrection of the dead, the physical return of Christ, and The Final Judgment. Buy "The Great Debate: Does God Exist?" for an in depth study on one of America's greatest apologetical debates here: https://store.americanvision.org/products/the-great-debate-does-god-exist?srsltid=AfmBOoprVFFxLrjVqHX2-84B9iSJntR_3h8ALZjdmPgkzTtGdknYRUHQ   Fight Laugh Feast 2025 Conference (October 16-18, Nashville) - Register HERE: https://flfnetwork.com  

In this episode of Crosspolitic, we sat down with Dr. Steve Turley, known as the Patriot Professor, to discuss his new book "America Awakened: The Collapse of Globalism and the Return to Faith, Family, and Freedom" and the global rise of faith-based traditionalism. Dr. Turley argues that we're witnessing the collapse of the 300-year liberal secular era and the emergence of a new golden age rooted in nation, culture, custom, tradition, and faith. The conversation explores how this civilizational populism is manifesting through the rediscovery of manhood, the renewal of family structures, and the rise of decentralized networks that bypass legacy media. Dr. Turley shares encouraging data showing men are returning to faith at unprecedented rates and discusses how the current cultural moment presents an opportunity for Christians to build, lead, and transform their communities. Dr. Turley's Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@DrSteveTurleyTV Fight Laugh Feast 2025 Conference (October 16-18, Nashville) - Register HERE: https://flfnetwork.com

In this episode, the CrossPolitic guys break down the CNN coverage of Pastor Doug Wilson's growing Christian community with guests Lennox Kalifungwa (Digital Engagement Officer at New St. Andrews College) and Pastor Jared Longshore (Associate Pastor at Christ Church). They discuss the interview process, the media's framing of their positions, and provide context for their biblical convictions on topics like representation, family structure, and Christian cultural engagement. The conversation offers an inside look at how mainstream media covers conservative Christian communities and the theological reasoning behind positions that have generated significant online discussion and debate. Fight Laugh Feast 2025 Conference (October 16-18, Nashville) - Register HERE: https://flfnetwork.com

In this episode of CrossPolitic, hosts Gabe Knox and Toby sit down with real estate experts Jordan Clemans and Chris Carpenter from Story Real Estate to tackle the harsh realities of today's housing market. With interest rates at 6.5%, median home prices around $400,000 nationwide, and the average first-time homebuyer now 38 years old (compared to 22 in the 1950s), the American dream of homeownership feels increasingly out of reach. The guys break down how government intervention, Federal Reserve policies, and inflated expectations have created a perfect storm that's pricing out an entire generation.   But it's not all doom and gloom. Jordan and Chris present a practical three-step framework for building generational wealth through real estate. The conversation also dives into Moscow's local housing challenges, the failure of government "affordable housing" solutions, and why community-based approaches work better than top-down bureaucratic fixes.   Check out the Story Real Estate website here: https://www.storyrealestate.com   Fight Laugh Feast 2025 Conference (October 16-18, Nashville) - Register HERE: https://flfnetwork.com

In this episode of CrossPolitic we welcome Scott Walter, president of Capital Research Center and former special assistant to President George W. Bush. Walter discusses his explosive new book "Arabella" which exposes a massive dark money network of leftist billionaires secretly transforming America. This for-profit organization runs nonprofits that take in billions of dollars every election cycle - more than the official Democrat and Republican national machines combined - yet most Americans have never heard of it. Walter reveals how this network, funded by donors like Gates, Zuckerberg, and Soros, operates through hundreds of fake grassroots groups to influence politics while hiding the true source of their funding. This eye-opening discussion reveals the hidden machinery behind much of today's political activism and offers hope for those fighting for transparency and truth. Click here to buy Scott's book Arabella: The Dark Money Network of Leftist Billionaires Secretly Transforming America: https://www.amazon.com/Arabella-Network-Billionaires-Secretly-Transforming-ebook/dp/B0D5ZQ77S8?ref_=ast_author_mpb Fight Laugh Feast 2025 Conference (October 16-18, Nashville) - Register HERE: https://flfnetwork.com

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