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Politics in the Pews
Hosted by The Christian Post · EN
2024 is being called the biggest election year in history — and with good reason. Seven of the world’s ten most populous countries, including the United States, will hold national elections this year.
As more people than ever before are expected to vote in 2024, what exactly does it mean to be a “Christian voter” in America today? Is it merely a Christian who votes? Or something far more nuanced?
That’s the question at the forefront of The Christian Post podcast series and upcoming live event, "Politics In The Pews." Through conversations with a variety of Evangelical voices from across the political spectrum, "Politics In The Pews" looks at the history and influence of Evangelicalism in American politics, where churches and Christian leaders stand on the presumed Republican nominee and former president Donald Trump, and how “Christian nationalism” could sway independent voters.
Topics will cover the rise and fall of the “Religious Right,” the “Trump factor,” Christian nationalism, the pros and cons of church ballot collection efforts, how Hispanic Evangelical leaders are engaging their congregations, and a panel of leading Christian voices on the state of religious liberty in America in 2024.
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Is Religious Liberty in Danger? America's True History of Faith and Freedom
Sep 27, 202400:16:49Tap to summarizeCLICK HERE to get FREE ACTIVATION on PATRIOT MOBILE with offer code CHRISTIANPOST or call (817) 286-4773Is religious freedom on the chopping block? And what's the future of faith and liberty in America? On today's "Politics in the Pews," we explore the real history of church and state and look ahead to what comes next.
Transcribe →What Is Christian Nationalism — and Is It a Real Threat?
Sep 13, 202400:36:54Tap to summarizeCLICK HERE to get FREE ACTIVATION on PATRIOT MOBILE with offer code CHRISTIANPOST or call (817) 286-4773What happens when “one nation under God” becomes “one God over a nation?” That’s essentially the question at the heart of the controversy surrounding Christian nationalism. But other questions remain: what is it, what isn’t it, is it a boogeyman being used to dismiss faith voters — and who, exactly, stands to benefit from such a movement?Does Christian nationalism define everyday American Christians in the pews, or is there some other agenda at work? That’s the subject of this episode of “Politics in the Pews.”More About ‘Politics in the Pews’“Politics in the Pews” is The Christian Post’s new investigative podcast. Reporter Ian Giatti explores the electoral landscape through conversations with top evangelical voices from across the political spectrum. The show (subscribe here), investigates the history and influence of the evangelical movement in American politics, where Christian leaders stand — and more. With so much on the table and so many uncharted waters, the 2024 election is certain to take more twists and turns. “Politics in the Pews” will explore the role Christians play, and why it’s essential for every person of faith to get out and vote this November.
Transcribe →Navigating the Controversy of Ballot Harvesting & The Future of Christian Voting
Aug 30, 202400:24:30Tap to summarizeCLICK HERE to get FREE ACTIVATION on PATRIOT MOBILE with offer code CHRISTIANPOST or call (817) 286-4773Episode four of The Christian Post’s "Politics in the Pews" podcast tackles the divisive issue of ballot collecting, also known as ballot harvesting, and its growing role in engaging Christians in political elections. As this practice gained momentum during the COVID-19 pandemic and the 2020 elections, it has sparked intense debate within the church. Some see it as a potential ethical pitfall, while others believe it’s a vital tool for ensuring that votes are cast for candidates who align with Christian values and policies. This episode dives into the conflicting viewpoints within the Christian community and examines how ballot harvesting could shape the future of Christian political engagement.More About ‘Politics in the Pews’“Politics in the Pews” is The Christian Post’s new investigative podcast. Reporter Ian Giatti explores the electoral landscape through conversations with top evangelical voices from across the political spectrum. The show (subscribe here), investigates the history and influence of the evangelical movement in American politics, where Christian leaders stand — and more. With so much on the table and so many uncharted waters, the 2024 election is certain to take more twists and turns. “Politics in the Pews” will explore the role Christians play, and why it’s essential for every person of faith to get out and vote this November.
Transcribe →Kamala, Waheguru, and Other False Gods: The Identity Campaign of 2024
Aug 16, 202400:38:01Tap to summarizeLIVE EVENT: What does it mean to be an Evangelical voter in 2024? The Christian Post presents Politics In The Pews, a call for Christians from across all denominations and political affiliations to come together on key issues facing the Church ahead of what many believe will be the most significant election of our lifetimes. For more information, visit politicsinthepews.comAlready a presidential election cycle unlike any other, the 2024 campaign took yet another turn after President Joseph Biden relented to mounting Democratic pressure to end his bid for reelection and threw his support behind Vice President Kamala Harris.The development came just days after the Republican National Convention kicked off with a controversial prayer naming a Sikh deity as the “one true God,” raising questions about the waning influence of Christianity in the GOP and about what exactly the two current candidates for president actually believe when it comes to their personal faith.Episode three of The Christian Post’s “Politics in the Pews” podcast examines the role of religious syncretism in the 2024 White House race and how Christians can work with other faith groups toward shared objectives. More About ‘Politics in the Pews’“Politics in the Pews” is The Christian Post’s new investigative podcast. Reporter Ian Giatti explores the electoral landscape through conversations with top evangelical voices from across the political spectrum. The show (subscribe here), investigates the history and influence of the evangelical movement in American politics, where Christian leaders stand — and more. With so much on the table and so many uncharted waters, the 2024 election is certain to take more twists and turns. “Politics in the Pews” will explore the role Christians play, and why it’s essential for every person of faith to get out and vote this November.
Transcribe →Blood on the Campaign Trail
Aug 2, 202400:23:50Tap to summarizeCLICK HERE to get FREE ACTIVATION on PATRIOT MOBILE with offer code CHRISTIANPOST or call (817) 286-4773Days before Donald Trump would officially become the Republican nominee for president of the United States, a would-be assassin's bullet grazed his right ear in a moment that transformed the 2024 race for the White House - and, for at least some, Trump's own eternal destiny.Be sure to subscribe to “Politics in the Pews” wherever podcasts can be heard:Edifi: https://player.edifi.app/channels/Politics-in-the-Pews/28224Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/politics-in-the-pews/id1753719732Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5qLpTJ82LH9UqVu7Xa9nknAmazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/c6e6b7b5-e8c3-4a5b-86f0-d78884a6d407YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLBv_c__WF0jR2C45EksblP2VNGmz1h0b3And other platforms: https://www.christianpost.com/podcast/channel/politics-in-the-pews
Transcribe →Trump Conviction, Political Chaos Spark Historic Election Cycle
Jul 12, 202400:27:14Tap to summarizeCLICK HERE to get FREE ACTIVATION on PATRIOT MOBILE with offer code CHRISTIANPOST or call (817) 286-4773From former President Donald Trump’s felony conviction to the earth-shaking debate between Trump and current President Joe Biden, there's been no shortage of surprises in the 2024 presidential campaign — with many asking what comes next.In this first episode of “Politics in the Pews," Christian commentators and political experts like Wayne Grudem, Ralph Reed, Samuel Rodriguez, Jason Yates, and others offer their insights on the Trump factor, his changing positions on abortion and other issues that matter most to Evangelicals, including whether the former president is the candidate who best represents the Christian worldview.Be sure to subscribe to “Politics in the Pews” wherever podcasts can be heard:Edifi: https://player.edifi.app/channels/Politics-in-the-Pews/28224Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/politics-in-the-pews/id1753719732Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5qLpTJ82LH9UqVu7Xa9nknAmazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/c6e6b7b5-e8c3-4a5b-86f0-d78884a6d407YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLBv_c__WF0jR2C45EksblP2VNGmz1h0b3And other platforms: https://www.christianpost.com/podcast/channel/politics-in-the-pews
Transcribe →PREVIEW: As Trump, Biden Battle Heats Up, 'Politics in the Pews' Tackles Intersection of Evangelicalism and Elections
Jun 24, 202400:14:12Tap to summarizeCLICK HERE to get FREE ACTIVATION on PATRIOT MOBILE with offer code CHRISTIANPOST or call (817) 286-47732024 is being called the biggest election year in history — and with good reason. Seven of the world’s ten most populous countries, including the United States, will hold national elections this year.As more people than ever before are expected to vote in 2024, what exactly does it mean to be a “Christian voter” in America today? Is it merely a Christian who votes? Or something far more nuanced?That’s the question at the forefront of The Christian Post podcast series and upcoming live event, "Politics In the Pews." Through conversations with a variety of Evangelical voices from across the political spectrum, "Politics In the Pews" looks at the history and influence of Evangelicalism in American politics, where churches and Christian leaders stand on the presumed Republican nominee and former president Donald Trump, and how “Christian nationalism” could sway independent voters.Topics will cover the rise and fall of the “Religious Right,” the “Trump factor,” Christian nationalism, the pros and cons of church ballot collection efforts, how Hispanic Evangelical leaders are engaging their congregations, and a panel of leading Christian voices on the state of religious liberty in America in 2024.On today's preview, "Politics In the Pews" host Ian Giatti joins Billy Hallowell to preview the podcast series, which premieres July 12.
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