Will Marriage Be Preserved For The Next Generation?
Marriage is under attack and many wonder if it will be preserved and defended for future generations. From rewriting definitions to legislative battles, lines are being drawn that will shape the nature of the marriage debate for years to come. In response to the growing tide of liberal definitions, the Manhattan Declaration seeks to send [...]
When Morality Collapses — The Therapeutic Evasion
Every civilization relies on a consistent moral framework to provide stability and justice within society. For some time now, the moral fabric which undergirds our society has been under attack by the secular elite. Rather than seeing immoral acts as wrong and calling them that with intentional clarity, the psychiatric class has attempted to take [...]
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Hidden Ideologies of Sex Education
Sex education is hardly innocent. Much of the material being taught to students is ideologically motivated and birthed from an inherently secular worldview. This ideology is often intentionally subversive to the values that parent’s have for their children, and parents are usually ignorant to what their children are being taught. On today’s program, Dr. Mohler [...]
The End of Secularism
Hunter Baker has recently written a new book titled ‘The End of Secularism,’ and the work is telling. At the turn of the century, secularists thought that they were going to take over society. They couldn’t have been more wrong. Though the secular worldview took hold of the Academy, human beings have consistently found the [...]
Woof ‘n Worship? Seriously?
The bible has a great deal to say about animals and their place in God’s creation. While they very clearly display the glory of God and bring joy to his creation, should animals be treated with the same importance as humans? According to Gillian Flaccus of the Associated Press, many churches are [...]
Boys Wearing Skirts to School? What’s Going On?
Clothing makes a statement, and if The New York Times is any indicator of where the culture is headed, clothing is speaking loudly. According to a recent article by Jan Hoffman, high schools are forced to tackle gender issues of a new magnitude: boys choosing to dress as girls – because they want to. This [...]
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Falling Fertility Makes for Happy Economists?
Is the fact that fertility rates are falling around the world a good thing? According to the Economist, the answer is yes. Falling birth rates in certain parts of the world are no surprise. The alarming nature of recent news is that the Economist sees this as good news. According to the magazine, only half [...]
Moral Clarity and the Fall of the Wall
The twentieth anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall is an important milestone in human history. The wall, which represents ideas of oppression, cruelty and great evil, was made not to keep people out, but to trap people within. When the wall fell, it was followed by a moment of great moral clarity: human [...]
The Hypersocialized Generation
For a generation that is always on, texting is an outlet that keeps on giving. In public and private, there is never a moment when this generation feels awkward about using social media. How can Christians live like this, with no boundaries and constant social contact? On today’s program, Dr. Mohler talks about the importance [...]
Answering Tragedy with Truth
Tragic events are unfolding in Fort Hood, Texas today. 12 people, including a shooter, were shot and killed and at least 31 people have been injured. How do Christians explain and give an account of terrible evil of this magnitude? While there are worldviews that actually deny the sinfulness of evil, Christians have a legitimate [...]
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What Lies Under the Surface of the Election?
This Tuesday is Election Day, and more is going on behind the scenes than meets the eye. Beyond the candidates, important issues are being decided on all over the country, and none more important than what’s happening inMaine. The voters ofMaineare voting today on a referendum on Same-Sex Marriage. Though the state legislature has authorized [...]
Legislating Hate Crimes for Some People
President Obama has recently signed the Hate Crimes Prevention Act, extending the definition of federal hate crimes to include a person’s sexual orientation. This is a major victory for the gay rights community and fulfills a campaign promise President Obama made last year. Though there are many concerns about the bill itself, the comments made [...]
Getting Ready to Get Ready for Marriage
How can young people prepare themselves for marriage? On today’s program, Dr. Mohler discusses the things people can do to make sure they are readying themselves for marriage. Lisa Anderson and Steve Waters ofBoundless.org, join Dr. Mohler to address the need for intentionality in the relationships young people pursue. Marriage is certainly something that should [...]
The Marriage Index — An Idea Whose Time Has Come
Where is the institution of marriage headed in theUnited States? The Institute for American Values and the NCAAMP have jointly releasedThe Marriage Index, which uses five indicators to measure the health of marriages in theUnited States. Just as there are specific indicators that reveal the state of the economy,The Marriage Index reveals what’s happening between [...]
The Divorce Divide and the American Conscience
Divorce is becoming the new norm inAmerica. Rather than honoring their marriage contracts, couples are breaking their vows, leaving their children and finding ways to circumvent faithfulness to those they have promised to love. Divorce is terrible, real, and becoming more and more common in theUnited States. On today’s program, Dr. Mohler, with his guest [...]
Bound by Conscience or Denying the Bible?
TheEvangelicalLutheranChurchinAmericais flirting with homosexuality in dangerous ways. Over the summer, the ELCA voted to adopt a statement on human sexuality that fully embraces homosexuality within the church. While acknowledging that individual Christians could come to different opinions on these issues, the statement included a “Bound Conscience” principle, calling Christians to simply stand by and ignore [...]
The Blessings of Discipline in a Child’s Life
The True Face of the American Woman
Time Magazine has recently reported on the state of the American women. Though many modern women are more powerful and make more money than any generation previously, they are far less happy. As the family unit dissolves and the gift of motherhood is set aside for cultural achievement, women are losing a sense of sure [...]
Acknowledging the Differences between Man and Beast
What are the differences between mankind and animals in creation? Many would argue that man and beast should be seen on the same level, as equals and co-habitants of creation. While the scriptures certainly acknowledge the cohabitation aspects of life between man and beast, the roles they play are clearly different. As Dr. Mohler notes [...]
Homosexuality and the Manifesto of John Shelby Spong
Retired Episcopal bishop John Shelby Spong has released a new Manifesto on homosexual marriage: it’s simply true and he’s not going to argue with people who disagree with him any longer. There is no surprise surrounding bishop Spong’s opinions on homosexuality; the former bishop is a self-professed liberal who doesn’t believe in the authority of [...]
A Separation between Church and Sport?
Tim Tebow is coming under fire for his commitment to the gospel. Is this wrong? Should Christians be vocal about their faith in the platform given to them? On today’s program, Dr. Mohler tackles this issue, going to the defense of celebrities who are committed to their faith in Jesus Christ. There are certain issues [...]
Should Christians Follow Buddha Too?
Paul Knitter has written a book titled Without Buddha I Could Not Be A Christian. The title is more than revealing. He argues that where there are holes and inconsistencies in Christianity, Christians should learn from Buddha. Should Christians heed this advice? Is Christ sufficient for the Christian life or is more needed? Scripture is [...]
How to Think about Reproductive Services as a Christian
The joy of having children is something sought after by all kinds of people, specifically for Christians who understand the gift children are from the Lord. When pregnancy becomes difficult, how should Christians think about reproductive issues? On today’s program, Dr. Mohler addresses the dangers of disguised abortion, when doctors promote “selective reduction” to deal [...]
Gay Rights and the President of the United States
President Obama has come out in strong support of homosexual marriage. This past weekend he spoke to the Human Rights Campaign promising to eliminate stigmas surrounding homosexuality in America. The President is doing his best to ‘liberate’ homosexuals from the Defense of Marriage Act, Don’t Ask Don’t Tell, and the normalcy of heterosexual marriage. The [...]