Colson Center
Commentary on culture, ethics, and public life from a Christian worldview (successor to Chuck Colson’s BreakPoint).
Join John Stonestreet for a daily dose of sanity—applying a Christian worldview to culture, politics, movies, and more. And be a part of God's work restoring all things.
Episodes
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Mar 26, 2026 · 6 min
Understanding the divide between America's Christian ideals and its history of slavery. __________ Applications for next year's class are now open, and you can learn more at colsonfellows.org.
Mar 25, 2026 · 6 min
The truth matters, and it matters more than our tribe. __________ Join the movement by visiting colsoncenter.org/march.
Mar 24, 2026 · 5 min
The tragic legacy of the book, The Population Bomb. __________ Join us for our 2026 Rooted Educator Worldview Summit by visiting colsoneducators.org/rooted.
Mar 23, 2026 · 5 min
We cannot know what God might do with our obedience. __________ Grab your ticket to CCNC before they sell out completely at colsonconference.org.
Mar 20, 2026 · 46 min
We talk with three Colson Fellows who share their experiences with the program and how they've used it later in their lives to live with clarity, confidence and courage. Segment 1 – What Attracts People to the Fellows Program Colson…
Mar 20, 2026 · 4 min
Key Scripture that pro-abortionists point to and why life in the womb wins every time. __________ Join us for our 2026 Rooted Educator Worldview Summit by visiting colsoneducators.org/rooted.
Mar 19, 2026 · 5 min
Human intelligence is far too complex to have happened by chance. __________ Access Truth Rising The Study for FREE by visiting colsoncenter.org/study.
Mar 18, 2026 · 5 min
As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, it is essential to reflect on the role of the Bible and Christianity in shaping the country. __________ Help us keep the Colson Fellows program affordable by visiting colsoncenter.org/march.
Mar 17, 2026 · 3 min
Of the thousands of green-clad parade-goers, marchers, and partiers today, few know about Patrick, the man for whom today's holiday is named. __________ Register for our Church Leadership Summit at colsoncenter.org/churchsummit.
Mar 16, 2026 · 5 min
A UK study found teens think Jesus is offensive, and they're right. __________ Register for America Reads the Bible at americareadsthebible.com/online.
Mar 13, 2026 · 1h 4m
A proposal in Congress that would impact the abortion pill. A Senate candidate from Texas has some strange theological ideas. The good and bad side of purity culture. And should Christians be connoisseurs of today's art? Segment 1 –…
Mar 13, 2026 · 4 min
Adding text to Scripture because it's "progressive" might score secular points, but it doesn't make it truer. __________ Partner with thousands of others in supporting The Colson Center by visiting colsoncenter.org/cornerstone.
Mar 12, 2026 · 6 min
The biblical authority parents have over their children is a sphere the state cannot, and should not, contravene. __________ Ready to deepen your faith? Visit colsonfellows.org
Mar 11, 2026 · 6 min
. . . and other nonsense Jesus would not have done. __________ Access Truth Rising The Study for FREE by visiting colsoncenter.org/study.
Mar 10, 2026 · 5 min
Chuck Colson's daily prayer was to light the marketplace of ideas afire with Gospel truth. __________ Register for our Church Leadership Summit at colsoncenter.org/churchsummit.
Mar 9, 2026 · 6 min
Businesses are returning to "business as usual" on ideological issues. __________ Help us keep the Colson Fellows program affordable by visiting colsoncenter.org/march.
Mar 6, 2026 · 1h 6m
As war rages in the Middle East, John and Maria talk about what makes a just war. New studies show a sharp decline in both those identifying as LGB+ and in heterosexuals dating. And The Supreme Court stops California schools from keeping…
Mar 6, 2026 · 4 min
Jailing dissidents is a standard operating procedure for Communist dictatorships, but Lai is no standard dissident. _________ Partner with thousands of others in supporting The Colson Center by visiting colsoncenter.org/cornerstone
Mar 5, 2026 · 6 min
The Zoomers aren't religious, but the ones going to church are seeking depth. __________ Access Truth Rising The Study for FREE by visiting colsoncenter.org/study.
Mar 4, 2026 · 5 min
The "lost boys" rebelling in all the right ways. __________ Help us keep the Colson Fellows program affordable by visiting colsoncenter.org/march.
Mar 3, 2026 · 33 min
Dr. Eric Patterson joins John Stonestreet in discussing how Christians can navigate a just war with Iran. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org.
Mar 3, 2026 · 5 min
It's essential for Christians to think like Christians about anything, including current world affairs. ___________ Help us keep the Colson Fellows program affordable by visiting colsoncenter.org/march.
Mar 2, 2026 · 5 min
Some denominations are aging out. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org.
Feb 27, 2026 · 1h 8m
John and Maria take a look at the highlights and lowlights of President Trump's State of the Union speech. More medical institutions and professionals are rethinking their past support of gender affirming care. And Colorado continues to…
Feb 27, 2026 · 4 min
A far-reaching hoax over a century ago reveals something about our searching souls. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org.
Feb 26, 2026 · 5 min
First, Whose are we? __________ For additional resources, or to download and share this commentary, visit breakpoint.org.
Feb 25, 2026 · 6 min
Is legalizing "sex work" no big deal for society? __________ Want to be a part of equipping Christians? Make a gift to the Colson Center today by visiting colsoncenter.org/february.
Feb 24, 2026 · 4 min
Ordering life from the perspective of death. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org.
Feb 23, 2026 · 4 min
Part of the job of parents, grandparents, pastors, and teachers is to prepare students for the questions and criticisms they will face. __________ For additional resources, or to download and share this commentary, visit breakpoint.org.
Feb 20, 2026 · 1h 1m
Marco Rubio's Munich speech is filled with worldview lessons. The topic of antisemitism pops up at a Religious Liberty Commission hearing. And Colorado lawmakers introduce a proposal to legalize prostitution. Recommendations Ben Sasse…
Feb 20, 2026 · 5 min
Christians are people of hope, made for such a time as this, and providentially placed in this moment of God's unfolding story. __________ Want to be a part of equipping Christians? Make a gift to the Colson Center today by visiting…
Feb 19, 2026 · 5 min
Christians should be the first to defend and promote what is good and worthy of preserving. __________ For additional resources, or to download and share this commentary, visit breakpoint.org.
Feb 18, 2026 · 4 min
Today is Ash Wednesday, which marks the beginning of the 40-day period in the church calendar known as Lent, a time of preparation leading up to Holy Week and Resurrection Sunday. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in…
Feb 17, 2026 · 6 min
Modern pagans despise Christian sexual morality, but they are forced to borrow from it as they condemn the kind of horrific treatment of women and children revealed in the Epstein files. __________ For additional resources, or to download…
Feb 16, 2026 · 6 min
Christian efforts in politics can shape American culture. __________ For additional resources, or to download and share this commentary, visit breakpoint.org.
Feb 13, 2026 · 1h 9m
Another transgender goes on a shooting spree. A racist meme from the White House is causing controversy. A look at the two Super Bowl Halftime shows. And what's the next big thing coming from AI? Recommendations IFS Study on Dating…
Feb 13, 2026 · 4 min
The Founding Fathers framed the struggle against Britain as a moral crusade in need of divine favor, not just a political one. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org.
Feb 12, 2026 · 6 min
The fundamental truth that all life is worth living is the bedrock of a healthy and flourishing civilization. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org.
Feb 11, 2026 · 5 min
The Zoomers aren't religious, but the ones going to church are seeking depth. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org.
Feb 10, 2026 · 7 min
This past weekend had the Olympics Opening Ceremonies and the Super Bowl halftime show: How did worldviews fare? __________ Access Truth Rising The Study for FREE by visiting colsoncenter.org/study.
Feb 9, 2026 · 4 min
The thinning of the soul needs the robustness of Truth. __________ For additional resources, or to download and share this commentary, visit breakpoint.org.
Feb 6, 2026 · 1h 1m
Once again this year there is a lot of controversy surrounding Sunday's Super Bowl Halftime show. A $2 million verdict is awarded to a victim of transgender care. And how will demographics impact the church over the next few decades?…
Feb 6, 2026 · 6 min
Public reaction to surrogacy scrutiny and why we should be more critical about the practice, not less. __________ Access Truth Rising The Study for FREE by visiting colsoncenter.org/study.
Feb 5, 2026 · 5 min
God calls the Christian to be reconcilers with the Story. ___________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org.
Feb 4, 2026 · 4 min
This year, Os Guiness will be recognized with the 2026 Wilberforce Award, at a ceremony to be held at the Colson Center National Conference in Knoxville, TN. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment,…
Feb 3, 2026 · 5 min
Lawsuits ruling in favor of "detransitioners" is a good sign, but there's work to be done. __________ For additional resources, or to download and share this commentary, visit breakpoint.org.
Feb 2, 2026 · 5 min
The unlikely partnership of Washington and the Church to help shape culture. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org.
Jan 30, 2026 · 1h 7m
Guest host Katie McCoy talks to John Stonestreet about their recent trips to South Korea and Brazil. More violence in Minneapolis as ICE raids continue in that state. The Greater Than Campaign is underway to remind us that children's…
Jan 30, 2026 · 6 min
Having rejected a Creator, it's no wonder that we've lost creativity. __________ To support the prodcution of Breakpoint and receive exlusive benefits, visit colsoncenter.org/monthly
Jan 29, 2026 · 4 min
"Babies aren't a tool for adult validation," and other messages society seems primed to hear. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org.
