People of Faith Can Save the Country — Or Lose It: Live with Dr. Ben Carson at Dream City Church
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This podcast features a conversation between Charlie Kirk and Dr. Ben Carson at Freedom Night in America, a political event organized by Turning Point USA. The discussion covers a range of topics, including the importance of Christian engagement in society, the need to focus on policies rather than individuals in voting, and the impact of cultural trends on faith and family values. Dr. Ben Carson emphasizes the need for Christians to actively participate in shaping society and not just complain about its problems. He encourages voters to focus on policies rather than personal opinions or dislike of individuals when making decisions. The conversation also touches on the issue of abortion, with Dr. Carson highlighting the hypocrisy of valuing the baby's life in cases of murder against a pregnant woman but not in abortion. Charlie Kirk discusses the increasing religiousness of men and the decline in women's faith, attributing this to the toxic culture that women are exposed to, which glorifies a single, career-driven lifestyle and undermines traditional values. He also addresses the importance of voting and the potential impact of individual votes, encouraging listeners to get involved in the election by reaching out to five people who may be hesitant to vote. The podcast concludes with discussions on self-control, facing discrimination for beliefs in the job market, and the effects of marijuana use during pregnancy. Charlie Kirk and Dr. Ben Carson offer advice and insights on these topics, emphasizing the importance of faith, truth, and personal responsibility.
Outlines
Freedom Night in America: Engaging in the Political Landscape
Charlie Kirk introduces his conversation with Dr. Ben Carson at Freedom Night in America and urges listeners to vote. He encourages listeners to get involved in the election by reaching out to five people who may be hesitant to vote. Speakers praise Charlie Kirk's work and the impact of Turning Point USA in promoting freedom on college campuses.
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Dr. Ben Carson: A Role Model and the Importance of Christian Engagement
Charlie Kirk highlights Dr. Ben Carson as an important role model, particularly for Black youth, and discusses the decline in his recognition as a role model due to his conservative views. Dr. Ben Carson emphasizes the need for Christians to actively participate in shaping society and not just complain about its problems.
Navigating the Political Landscape: Policies vs. Individuals
Dr. Ben Carson encourages voters to focus on policies rather than personal opinions or dislike of individuals when making decisions. He discusses the importance of distinguishing between policies and individuals in the political arena.
The Abortion Debate: Addressing the Baby's Suffering
A listener asks why the focus in abortion debates is on the woman's body and not the baby's suffering. Dr. Carson responds by highlighting the hypocrisy of valuing the baby's life in cases of murder against a pregnant woman but not in abortion.
Faith, Culture, and the Gender Divide
A listener asks about the increasing religiousness of men and the decline in women's faith. Charlie Kirk attributes this to the toxic culture that women are exposed to, which glorifies a single, career-driven lifestyle and undermines traditional values.
Trusting Government Agencies and Data
A listener questions the reliability of data released by government agencies, citing examples of statistics about fatherless homes and crime rates. Charlie Kirk and Dr. Carson discuss the politicization of data and the need to verify sources.
Convincing People Their Vote Matters
A student asks for advice on convincing peers who believe their vote doesn't matter. Charlie Kirk and Dr. Carson emphasize the importance of voting and the potential impact of individual votes.
Self-Control, Faith, and Facing Hostility
A listener asks Charlie Kirk about his self-control in the face of hostility from woke students. Charlie Kirk attributes his ability to maintain composure to his faith and the transformative power of the Holy Spirit.
Navigating the Job Market: Prioritizing Truth Over Convenience
A student expresses concern about facing discrimination for their beliefs in the job market. Charlie Kirk encourages prioritizing truth over convenience and finding opportunities in non-woke tech companies.
The Effects of Marijuana Use During Pregnancy
A listener asks about the effects of marijuana use during pregnancy. Dr. Carson highlights the lack of extensive research but emphasizes the potential harm to the developing brain.
Keywords
Freedom Night in America
A political event organized by Turning Point USA, featuring speakers and discussions on freedom and conservative values.
Turning Point USA
A non-profit organization founded by Charlie Kirk that aims to promote conservative values and freedom on college campuses.
Christian Engagement
The active participation of Christians in shaping society and promoting values that align with their faith.
Policies vs. Individuals
The importance of focusing on policies rather than personal opinions or dislike of individuals when making political decisions.
Abortion Debate
The ongoing discussion about the morality and legality of abortion, often centered on the rights of the woman and the fetus.
Cultural Trends
The changing values, beliefs, and behaviors that influence society, particularly in relation to faith, family, and gender roles.
Voting
The act of casting a ballot in an election, considered a fundamental right and responsibility in a democracy.
Self-Control
The ability to regulate one's emotions, thoughts, and behaviors, particularly in challenging or stressful situations.
Discrimination
Unfair treatment or prejudice against a person or group based on their beliefs, race, gender, or other characteristics.
Marijuana Use During Pregnancy
The consumption of marijuana by pregnant women, which has been linked to potential harm to the developing fetus.
Q&A
What is the importance of Christian engagement in society?
Dr. Ben Carson argues that Christians have a responsibility to actively participate in shaping society and not just complain about its problems. They should use their influence to promote values and policies that align with their faith.
How can we distinguish between policies and individuals when making voting decisions?
Dr. Ben Carson encourages voters to focus on policies rather than personal opinions or dislike of individuals. He emphasizes that policies have a greater impact on society than individual personalities.
Why is the focus in abortion debates on the woman's body and not the baby's suffering?
A listener points out the hypocrisy of valuing the baby's life in cases of murder against a pregnant woman but not in abortion. Dr. Carson agrees that this inconsistency needs to be addressed and that the baby's suffering should be a central part of the debate.
What is the reason for the growing religiousness of men and the decline in women's faith?
Charlie Kirk attributes this to the toxic culture that women are exposed to, which glorifies a single, career-driven lifestyle and undermines traditional values. He argues that this culture promotes a sense of self-sufficiency and autonomy that contradicts religious beliefs.
How can we convince people who believe their vote doesn't matter?
Charlie Kirk and Dr. Ben Carson emphasize the importance of voting and the potential impact of individual votes. They argue that even a small number of votes can make a difference in close elections.
How can we maintain self-control in the face of hostility from woke students?
Charlie Kirk attributes his ability to maintain composure to his faith and the transformative power of the Holy Spirit. He believes that relying on the Holy Spirit helps him to respond with grace and compassion even in challenging situations.
What advice can be given to those facing discrimination for their beliefs in the job market?
Charlie Kirk encourages prioritizing truth over convenience and finding opportunities in non-woke tech companies. He believes that it is important to stand up for one's beliefs even if it means facing challenges.
What are the effects of marijuana use during pregnancy?
Dr. Ben Carson highlights the lack of extensive research but emphasizes the potential harm to the developing brain. He advises pregnant women to avoid marijuana and other deleterious drugs.
Show Notes
Why are so many Christians choosing to be silent in this election, when so much is at stake? At Arizona's Dream City Church, Charlie and Dr. Ben Carson speak about why it's so important for Christians to vote, why this is the most important pro-life election ever, and how Trump will protect the church from its many enemies. They also take questions from the audience and discuss what Dr. Carson has learned from his faith, his career, and his experiences.
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