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History shapes everything we do… and everything we believe. Across the centuries, a few have written the story of humanity — and in doing so, have silenced countless others. Chokepoints Through Time is where those voices are heard again. Join Dr.
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The Propaganda Threat: Insights from Jacques Ellul (opens the original)
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Exploring the profound implications of Jacques Ellul’s warnings. In the realm of literary criticism and cultural discourse, few figures stand as tall as Robert Kirsch, the literary editor of the Los Angeles Times from 1951 to 1980. Kirsch was not just a critic; he was a shaper of literary thought, a figure who influenced the very fabric of American literary dialogue. His profound insights are particularly relevant today, especially in light of a specific warning he highlighted in a 1965 book rev
Were we a Christian Nation? Books that shaped us (opens the original)
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As you reflect on this rich discussion, consider how the writings and beliefs of our forefathers continue to influence our nation. The full episode offers even deeper insights into the intersection of faith and governance in America’s past. – Dr. Wayne Sedlak “Book-buying” in early colonial America raised alarm within Parliament! The essence of a nation often lies in its foundational beliefs and texts. In the latest episode of Choke Points Through Time , Wayne delves deep into the debate as to w
How We Got the Bible: 10 Guarantees That Preserve Scripture (opens the original)
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How We Got the Bible Starts With the Bible’s Own Story A lot of modern discussions about the Bible begin in the wrong place. They start with church history, councils, or later traditions. But the better question is this: The Bible presents itself as God’s word given through chosen messengers. In the Old Testament, those messengers were prophets. In the New Testament, they were apostles. Their authority was not self-made. They were called, marked, and confirmed by God. That matters because it cha
Exploring America's Christian Heritage with Alexis de Tocqueville Part 2 (opens the original)
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A deep dive into the influence of faith on democracy. In this episode, we delve into the profound questions surrounding America’s Christian heritage, drawing on the insights of Alexis de Tocqueville from his seminal work, Democracy in America . The podcast opens by addressing a contemporary choke point: the debate over whether America was founded as a Christian nation. He notes that while the Supreme Court has fluctuated in its stance over the years, historical evidence strongly supports the ide
Why the classic "Democracy in America" still matters- Alexis de Tocqueville on the Real source of American Strength (opens the original)
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If you want to understand why America became powerful so quickly, Alexis de Tocqueville is still one of the best guides you can read. In Democracy in America , he looked past the monuments, the armies, and the political theater and asked a deeper question: What actually holds a society together? The answer he found was not what most Europeans expected. It was not central government, military force, or cultural prestige. It was the moral and social influence of Christianity—especially the Protest
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