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Jon Harris discusses whether James Talarico can be considered a Christian given his support for abortion and transgenderism, critiques David French's reluctance to draw boundaries, and covers current events including the SPLC's informant scandal, Virginia redistricting drama, and SBC issues. He then responds in-depth to critics of his recent article on Jewish people, Romans 9-11, land promises, and church history, while addressing broader concerns about influence, evangelism, and maintaining biblical fidelity amid heated online debates.

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00:00 - Intro & David French on James Talarico's Christianity
00:10 - Why James Talarico Is Not a Christian (Abortion, Transgenderism, Islam)
00:18 - Southern Baptist Issues: Female Motorcycle Chaplain
00:24 - Josh Hawley & Al Mohler on Disaffected Young Men
00:29 - Critique of Al Mohler & SBC Diversity Efforts
00:41 - Southern Poverty Law Center Informant Scandal
00:52 - Virginia Redistricting Fight & Election Concerns
01:25 - Response to Critics: Article on Jews, Romans 9-11 & Promises
01:37 - Addressing Objections (Preterism, Galatian Heresy, Church History)
01:50 - Tucker Carlson, Influence, & Practical Christian Responses
02:07 - Q&A, Millennial Views & Jewish Influence Discussion
02:12 - Closing: Biblical Guardrails & George Washington Quote

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In this episode, we examine the historiography of the Lost Cause from the original post-war vindications, to the North-South reconciliation truce of the early 20th century, to how modern professional historians reframed it as a dangerous “myth.” We also discuss Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger’s recent laws targeting Confederate heritage groups and Robert E. Lee license plates, and why the ongoing erasure of Southern symbols represents a deeper fracture in American identity.

Substack Post: https://substack.com/home/post/p-194515075

0:00 Introduction & The Political Attack on Confederate Heritage  
3:45 What Is Historiography? Understanding How We Study History  
7:20 The Original Lost Cause Canon – Key Books & Authors  
12:10 The North-South Truce of the 1890s–1950s  
18:50 Modern Historians vs. The "Myth of the Lost Cause"  
28:30 Deconstructing the South: Attacks on Lee, Jackson & Forrest  
45:15 The Woke Turn – Reconciliation Now Called "Lost Cause"  
58:40 Why the Lost Cause Still Persists Today

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Jon discusses the news of the week from a Christian conservative approach.

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Judd Saul of Equipping the Persecuted discusses the ongoing killings of Christians in Nigeria. He explains how the Nigerian government is spending millions on a DC lobbying firm to deny the genocide and shape the narrative in Washington.
He calls on Christians to help their persecuted brothers and sisters through practical aid and by urging Congress to pass the Nigeria Accountability Act.
Watch to learn what you can do.

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Juan Riesco, former Nini's Deli owner and now Director of Advertising for Love Life, shares his remarkable journey from running a top-rated restaurant that was shut down during the 2020 BLM protests, to answering God’s call to sidewalk ministry outside abortion clinics. He opens up about the spiritual battle, why most abortions stem from sin rather than just hardship, the 95 babies rescued through their ministry so far, and how local churches can step up through the House of Refuge Initiative. This episode is filled with conviction, hope, and practical encouragement for Christians who want to stand for life and the gospel in dark places.

Links:

Paint The Wall Black: https://youtu.be/4OJIucA3zsc?si=xuHJQVF4Fk8JdX7h
Love Life: https://lovelife.org/location/chicago/

00:00 - Introduction & Juan Riesco’s Story: From Restaurant Owner to Pro-Life Ministry
00:01:48 - Reopening Nini’s Restaurant & Why It Ultimately Closed
00:09:23 - The Conviction That Led Juan to Sidewalk Ministry
00:15:33 - What Really Happens at Abortion Clinics: Light vs. Darkness
00:22:45 - 95 Babies Saved – Success Stories & Gospel Impact
00:28:55 - How Churches Can Get Involved: House of Refuge Initiative
00:38:03 - The Future of the Pro-Life Movement & Final Encouragement

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