John and Maria discuss the rise of anti-Semitism and Islamic violence, and how Western nations are responding to threats by cancelling Christmas. A WSJ piece describes how foreign elites are building families via surrogacy. And a new book provides an update on the crisis of masculinity. Recommendations Letters from Father Christmas by J. R. R. Tolkien Muppet Christmas Carole Forrest Frank Segment 1 – Australia Terror Attack Townhall article Australian PM statement Leisure: The Basis of Culture by Josef Pieper Prediction of Nigerian attack USA Today article on Rob Reiner Segment 2 – Foreign Mega Families Wall Street Journal article Segment 3 – Notes on Being a Man Brad Wilcox Wall Street Journal article Full-Time: Work and the Meaning of Life by David L. Bahnsen The Lost Generation by Jacob Savage ______________________ Make a gift by December 31 to help us form families, churches, and schools in the Christian worldview in 2026! Thanks to a generous grant, your gift will be doubled, up to $500,000. Give today at colsoncenter.org/november. Watch Truth Rising, now available at truthrising.com/colson.
While the world turns away, Christians must keep the persecuted in prayers and in the spotlight. __________ Give to The Colson Center by December 31st for double the impact at colsoncenter.org/december
T.S. Eliot's poem captures the wonder, mystery, and even fear of Christmastime, anticipating Christ's restoration of all things lost. __________ Register for CCNC at colsonconference.org
Having rejected a Creator, it's no wonder that we've lost creativity. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org.
America's long history in the fight to free all men. __________ Give to The Colson Center by December 31st for double the impact at colsoncenter.org/december
When Christians don't "get with the times," they change empires. __________ To support the prodcution of Breakpoint and receive exlusive benefits, visit colsoncenter.org/monthly
A student at the University of Oklahoma receives a 0 for having the wrong view. A new study finds paganism is on the rise in the UK. And Australia looks to put concerns about social media's impact on minors into law. Recommendations The Counterpoints Collection by Zondervan Academic Segment 1 – News Headlines Oklahoma professor placed on administrative leave after protest controversy | Fox News Rising number of Brits turning to paganism The Surprising Rebirth of Belief in God by Justin Brierley Letters from Father Christmas by G. K. Chesterton Orthodoxy by G. K. Chesterton Segment 2 – Social Media Ban for Minors in Australia Australia bans social media for 16 and under Colson Center National Conference Segment 3 - Hell Kirk Cameron changes stance on doctrine of Hell Burning Hell Film The Road to Character by David Brooks Questions and Comments ______________________ Make a gift by December 31 to help us form families, churches, and schools in the Christian worldview in 2026! Thanks to a generous grant, your gift will be doubled, up to $500,000. Give today at colsoncenter.org/november. Watch Truth Rising, now available at truthrising.com/colson.
Take heart, this civilizational moment has some warriors. __________ Learn more about Truth Rising at truthrising.com/colson.
Cutting through familiarity to a heart of worship this season. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org.
The alien language your kids are speaking reveals a deeper cultural reality. __________ To give through stocks, securities, or donor advised funds, email advancement@colsoncenter.org
Recent news headlines involving immigrants are causing a reaction that isn't very Christian. Information continues to reveal the transgender moment that took over the world over the last few years. And what's behind Nick Fuentes' popularity? Segment 1 – Immigration and Image of God MSN: A sprawling fraud scandal puts Minnesota's Somali community in the spotlight Fox News: Who is the DC National Guardsmen shooting suspect? What to know about Afghan national Rahmanullah Lakanwal Segment 2 – The Transgender Scam The Free Press: 'We're All Just Winging It': What the Gender Doctors Say in Private ADF: ADF attorney, Virginia teacher to testify before US House subcommittee on harmful 'secret social transition' policies Interesting Times with Russ Douthat Segment 3 – Is Nick Fuentes Radical Feminism for Men? X Post on Nick Fuentes Rod Dreher's Substack: What I Saw And Heard In Washington Questions and Comments The Atlantic: Canada is Killing Itself Joni and Friends ______________________ Make a gift by December 31 to help us form families, churches, and schools in the Christian worldview in 2026! Thanks to a generous grant, your gift will be doubled, up to $500,000. Give today at colsoncenter.org/december. Watch Truth Rising, now available at truthrising.com/colson.
Not all activities can be measured in the utilitarian way that fans of AI claim. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org.
The arts help prepare our hearts and minds for the feast of Christmas. _________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org.
Britain, once the birthplace of world evangelization and now a birthplace of nothing. __________
It would be foolish to ignore the lessons of Germany's political history. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org.
Christians must love and serve those who are the most vulnerable among us. __________ Learn more about Truth Rising at truthrising.com/colson.
Sarah Stonestreet joins John this week to talk about the first Thanksgiving. New research finds a lot of young voters would like AI to control parts of our government. A new Barna study reveals a lot of Christians are confused about the Bible's teaching about the afterlife. And the long predicted demographic winter is upon us. Recommendations Strong Women Podcast Segment 1 – The First Thanksgiving American Heritage: A Fateful Experiment at Jamestown Jamestown experiment Glenn Sunshine's Substack Segment 2 – 41% of young voters say they'd give AI government power X post on Rasmussen poll Segment 3 – New Research: Distorted Beliefs About Our Post-Death Experience Cultural Research Center Segment 4 - Demographic Destiny of UK Philip Pilkington X post Jamie Bambrick X post GovFacts: US Birth Rate Hits Historic Low: What It Means for America's Future ______________________ Make a gift by December 31 to help us form families, churches, and schools in the Christian worldview in 2026! Thanks to a generous grant, your gift will be doubled, up to $500,000. Give today at colsoncenter.org/november. Watch Truth Rising, now available at truthrising.com/colson.
A way to pray and sing with deeper intention this Christmas. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment visit breakpoint.org.
Gratitude for who God is goes to the heart of who we are in Christ. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org.
If there is to be a true recovery of education, there must be a recovery of the purpose for education. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org.
Robert Croll
Katy, rest easy in your joy of having your beautiful car. Your heavenly Father LOVES to see you enjoy His creation. As a father myself, I smile from ear to ear to hear my precious daughter share her excitement with something meaningful to her. I may not get it, but the Father does. She is precious to me, and you are precious to Him. Enjoy But consider a 1965 Pontiac GTO! Now THAT'S a gorgeous car!
Ivan Terrero
Justice Scalia?
Kelly Linedecker
This one has an AI symbol also. I don't believe at all that you have AI writing these. Why is that there?
Kelly Linedecker
Why is there an AI symbol on the last 2 episodes?
Sandy Peterson
I think Maria was talking about the podcast "The Surprising Rebirth of the Belief in God" by Justin Brierley. It is a refreshing, informative docuseries. I highly recommend it and would love to hear it on your recommendations list!