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Critical conversations on the news of the day and the issues that shape us.
Outstanding is a podcast of The Washington Stand, Family Research Council's outlet for news and commentary from a biblical worldview. We examine outstanding news and issues from TWS with an aim to take every thought captive for the obedience of Christ (2 Corinthians 10:5). Join host Joseph Backholm and guests as they examine the headlines through the lens of Scripture, and explore how Christians should respond.
Outstanding is a podcast of The Washington Stand, Family Research Council's outlet for news and commentary from a biblical worldview. We examine outstanding news and issues from TWS with an aim to take every thought captive for the obedience of Christ (2 Corinthians 10:5). Join host Joseph Backholm and guests as they examine the headlines through the lens of Scripture, and explore how Christians should respond.
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In an age of reason and rationality are we blinded from seeing the mystical? Rod Dreher author of Living in Wonder: Finding Mystery and Meaning in a Secular Age joins Joseph Backholm for a conversation about how awe and wonder caused him to search for God. He shares personal experiences of mystical encounters, cautions against the occult, and calls on the church to address spiritual warfare and God’s presence. Dreher emphasizes wisdom over emotion, advocating for a grounded faith where spiritual experiences point back to God, not away from him.
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Living in Wonder: Finding Mystery and Meaning in a Secular Age by Rod Dreher
In 2024, America went on a wild ride with major shifts in politics, culture, and national unity. Joseph Backholm sat down with Family Research Council President Tony Perkins to reflect on how he is dealing with what he saw throughout 2024. From party realignments, to the incoming Trump administration, Tony shares his insights on the past year and what he sees as the hope for our country in the year ahead.
Host Joseph Backholm is joined by Family Research Council’s Mary Szoch to discuss the dangers and moral arguments against assisted suicide. As more countries start to consider and even legalize assisted suicide, Mary and Joseph address a few of the key questions surrounding the industry: Who is funding it? What is there to gain in supporting assisted suicide? And why are more people choosing this option?
On December 8th, the current government in Syria was overthrown by rebel forces sending the region into chaos and conflict. What caused this uprising and who are the players? Is this a good thing? Host Joseph Backholm is joined by the executive director of the Philos Project, Luke Moon, to unpack the escalating conflict in Syria.
Host Joseph Backholm is joined by FRC Action's Matt Carpenter as they discuss what we can expect to see from the Trump administration's first 100 days in office. Everyone knows that Trump is a man with a plan, but what does that plan entail? Joseph and Matt discuss Trump's priorities, his recent admin and cabinet picks, and the role Congress will play throughout his presidency. Make America Great Again and give this episode a listen!
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Trump Administration Accomplishments
When is adapting a sign of compromise, and when is it simply wisdom? Host Joseph Backholm is joined by Congressman Bob Good for a discussion on how Christians can navigate this ever present changing political landscape. As the 119th Congress gears up to take their seats in January, Congressman Good weighs in on where he sees this Congress going and what we can expect to see from a government with a “Republican trifecta”.
Today on Black Friday, many Americans will be using credit cards, dollar bills, coins, and even checks to buy their new items and sale gadgets. While these currencies are familiar, there is one less familiar digital currency rising in popularity, Bitcoin. Host Joseph Backholm is joined by Family Research Council’s Matt Carpenter and The Washington Stand’s Joshua Arnold as they debate the pros and cons of Bitcoin and its use. Listen today as these three discuss the rise of Bitcoin, what it is used for, and where they see it being used in the future economy.
Do you know the truth about Thanksgiving? Host Joseph Backholm is joined by Tim Barton, president of Wall Builders, to shed light on what the first Thanksgiving was actually like. Who were the pilgrims? They were not land-stealing English men like many history books make them out to be. They were hardworking individuals, who, with the help of local Indians were able to learn how to survive, farm, and build community in the new land they called home.
Host Joseph Backholm is joined by Andrew Walker, professor at Southern Baptist Theological Seminary and co-author of “What Do I Say When…?” for a guiding conversation on how Christian parents can navigate raising children in this changing secular culture. Written alongside his wife, Andrew’s new book weighs in on the specific challenges Christian parents face, what does a successful Christian parent look like, and how to be in the world, but not of it. As the culture shifts into a different moral era, Christians need to learn to navigate it by drawing confidence and truth from Scripture.
We are once again donning our tin foil hats here at Outstanding as host Joseph Backholm is joined by The Washington Stand’s Jared Bridges and Family Research Council’s Matt Carpenter to analyze and guide listeners on how one can think biblical about conspiracy theories. Did the government generate Hurricane Milton and Helene? What is the difference between cynicism and conspiracy? While many conspiracy theorists are in search of knowledge and truth, as believers we can rest assured knowing our truth is in Christ and we will never fully know everything in this life.
How invested should the U.S. government be in conflicts around the world? Is there a specific role the government should play? Professor at Regent University, A.J. Nolte, joins host Joseph Backholm to answer these questions regarding the war in Ukraine. Joseph and A.J. unpack the current situation in Ukraine, the United States’ role in the conflict, and if there is a clear path to resolution. With a new administration coming into power, will they handle Ukraine, Russia, and foreign policy differently?
Freedom is not free. In the wake of Veterans Day, host Joseph Backholm is joined by Family Research Council’s Lt. Gen. (Ret.) William Boykin, as he reflects on his 36 years in the military, what he has learned, and where he sees the institution heading. General Boykin shares his story of service, how the military exceeded his expectations, and the changes he believes would be necessary to return the American military to its former glory.
Election 2024 is in the books, and there's never been one like it. Donald Trump's "red wave" victory was preceded by assassination attempts, an opponent swap, and a hostile media. Host Joseph Backholm is joined by FRC Action's Matt Carpenter and FRC's Quena Gonzalez as they drill down on the results and analyze what they mean for Christians in America.
Host Joseph Backholm is joined by Jesse Rine, the Executive Director of the Center for Academic Faithfulness & Flourishing, to discuss his findings and work on creating a comprehensive online directory of Christian higher education for parents and soon to be students to use. Having worked at several Christian universities, Jesse shares his personal perspective on what has caused universities to shift more left, even Christian ones. While picking a college can be overwhelming, Jesse’s comprehensive guide breaks down 250 colleges across the country and addresses whether or not they have a true biblical worldview. Listen now to this episode and check out his resources below!
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Christian College Guide
Host Joseph Backholm is joined by The Washington Stand’s Ben Johnson for a conversation about the importance of the Electoral College. While not always a hot-button topic, the Electoral College has its moments in the spotlight every four years surrounding the presidential election. But what is the Electoral College? How does it function? Ben shares the inception of this election regulator, why it was created, and the purpose it is still serving. Joseph and Ben discuss what elections would look like if we switched to solely a national popular vote and if there are biblical principles we can lean on to learn how we should structure our elections. With the 2024 presidential election less than a week away, listen now to better understand how we elect the next president of the United States.
In this special episode, host Joseph Backholm is joined by
the Dean of Theology at the African Christian University in Zambia, Voddie Baucham, for a Q & A with young adults. Voddie shares how the Lord has moved in his life, advice for the younger generation trying to navigate the culture, and encourages them with truth. There has never been a Christian that has not made a bad decision and there has also never been a Christian where the Lord did not use that bad decision to bring sanctification. Voddie takes questions from the audience and reminds them that the Lord is always working and refining!
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When an idea is planted, it can do one of two things: take root and flourish or wither and die. Host Joseph Backholm is joined by Tim Goeglein who serves as the Vice President of External and Government Relations for Focus on the Family for a conversation around his new book “Stumbling Toward Utopia”. To understand the current political and cultural climate, we must look at the past. Tim dives into the people and ideas that have largely shaped the society we see today. Take a trip back to the 1960s and 1970s to discover the real cause of the cultural shifts we have seen throughout the years.
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Fired from his teaching job because he refused to use “proper pronouns”, Peter Vlaming and his attorney, Alliance Defending Freedom’s Tyson Langhofer, join host Joseph Backholm to tell his story and unpack the five year long legal battle of protecting his rights to free speech and religion. One minute Peter is teaching a French class and the next he is put on administrative leave. Five years ago, Peter had to decide if he was going to stand by his beliefs or bend to the school board when one of his long-time students came out as transgender. While Peter used the student’s male name, the board said that wasn’t enough and required him to use “he/him” pronouns even when the biological female student was not around. Although the journey was long and the battles hard, Peter shares what he has learned, how the Lord provided, and encouragement for anyone walking through this same experience. Listen now to how one teacher stood for his beliefs and the effect this case will have on free speech for years to come.
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Host Joseph Backholm is joined by Dr. Robert George, a professor at Princeton University, for a conversation addressing the pressing issues of this generation. First and foremost, Christians are called to protect the unborn. Professor George emphasizes and unpacks how the Republican party has shifted from this narrative and how the Democratic party is not the party of love and compassion, but one of harm to women, immigrants, and Americans. He also gives his thoughts on immigration reform, how higher education impacts culture and the age of feeling.
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Theologian, author, and cultural commentator Os Guinness joins host Joseph Backholm to offer insight and encouragement to the culture wars and division we see in America today. As Christians, we must understand the gravity of the moment and act accordingly. We were placed in this tumultuous time to serve God’s purpose in this generation. Os weighs in on what it would take to have an “awakening” in America and how we have strayed so far from our founding principles. We have seen cultures on the brink of collapse be renewed to their former glory, we must not give up hope and live in faith trusting the Lord’s promises.
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