Everyone Wars for the Culture They Care About

Current Reality Podcast

In this episode of the Current Reality Podcast, hosts Michael Clary and Wade Thomas explore a range of pressing topics, starting with the exciting news about a new home for Christ the King Church and the capital campaign to support it. The discussion delves into the remarkable generosity of their church community and the broader context of culture wars within Christianity and politics. They critique biases in public education and the evangelical sphere, featuring figures like David French, as they analyze the dynamics of cultural indoctrination and ideological battles. The hosts tackle themes of authenticity in repentance, the dangers of emotional manipulation, and the need for churches and households to prioritize truth and theological grounding. Throughout, they encourage self-reflection, embracing Christian heritage, and fostering unity rooted in faith, offering reasons for hope amidst cultural conflicts. Listeners are urged to support the podcast and the church's initiatives while deepening their understanding of the intersection between culture and Christianity.

00:00 Introduction to the Current Reality Podcast

01:46 Exciting News About the Church Move

04:07 Launching the Capital Campaign

06:16 Discussing the New Building and Fundraising Efforts

08:13 Today's Topic: Everyone Wars for the Culture They Care About

11:08 Examples of Culture Wars in Public Schools

16:07 Culture Wars Within Evangelical Circles

20:51 David French and the PCA Controversy

28:18 Sherwood Kids: A New Sponsor

33:49 The Importance of Warring for the Right Culture

41:41 The Subtle War of Cultures

43:10 The Mask Debate in Churches

45:10 Homeschooling and Church Culture

46:39 Nancy French's Perspective on Theology

53:37 The Hypocrisy of False Apologies

01:02:29 The Importance of Christian Culture

01:10:10 Unity Rooted in Christian Doctrine

01:12:32 Logs and Specs: Self-Reflection

01:18:36 Reasons for Hope in Christian Culture

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Our church is Christ the King Church in Cincinnati, OH.

The Current Reality Podcast is a resource of King's Domain, Cincinnati, OH.

Information about our church relocation

• Michael’s sermon about our church’s vision

• Give Send Go

Resources mentioned in this episode

• David French on His Being Disinvited from PCA General Assembly Panel

• Nancy French on Reimagining the Good Life Podcast

• 2023 NEA Article: “The Culture War’s Impact On Public Schools”

• Sherwood Kids

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