91. Voting for an Audience of One

Unlikely Housewives: Christian Motherhood & Marriage

As the co-hosts of Unlikely Housewives, we decided to wade into some uncharted waters that we find ourselves navigating through today. Opening in prayer, we set the stage for a candid discussion about the weight of our roles as citizens and believers in a world that often feels unsettling. Our dear friend Suzanne joins us to reflect on how recent years, particularly the recent pandemic, have shifted our perspectives. We acknowledge the importance of being vigilant and responsive to the spiritual unease we sometimes feel, encouraging our listeners to question how their hearts align with the Lord amidst the chaos.

Listen in as we address the complexities of teaching compassion versus empathy, especially within a Christian context. We explore the challenge of distinguishing feelings from facts, highlighting the concept of "toxic empathy," where emotions can cloud judgment. Through personal anecdotes, we discuss the importance of teaching children to appreciate different perspectives and emphasize discernment in an era of biased narratives and algorithms. We also examine the struggle of feeling disconnected from foundational values during times of misinformation and societal pressure, urging our listeners to stay informed and engaged, particularly when it comes to civic duties like voting.

While acknowledging the importance of God's love, we emphasize the need for teachings on sin, repentance, and transformation through Christ. The conversation touches on the financial and social impacts of illegal immigration, highlighting the importance of enforcing immigration laws to maintain order. As we seek facts and unity in political discourse, we encourage listeners to evaluate candidates based on their policies and track records, empowering them to make informed choices that align with their values. Throughout, we emphasize the importance of grounding beliefs in biblical truth and staying engaged in meaningful conversations about faith and politics. And most importantly…we encourage and invite you to VOTE this election!

SHOW RESOURCES:

Link to register to vote: https://vote.gov/

Relatable podcast with Allie Beth Stuckey: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/relatable-with-allie-beth-stuckey/id1359249098

Allie Beth Stuckey’s new book: Toxic Empathy: How Progressives Exploit Christian Compassion https://a.co/d/aseU1Kh

Glenn Beck show (includes Christians voting statistics): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-glenn-beck-program/id620967489

https://ptv.org/nna/how-a-christian-should-vote-by-dr-robert-jeffress/

https://downloads.frc.org/EF/EF15K70.pdf

Book: The Pursuit of God by AW Tozer https://a.co/d/8yeP0AM

Immigration facts

less than 1% is due to rape and incest;

Abortion Pill has more complications than surgical abortions

Medication accounted for 63% of all US abortions

Late-term Abortions Happen Every Day

Tim Walz: Comfort Care

Calling Republican Candidates Hitler is NOT new

Additional information:

https://www.newsweek.com/mifepristone-scotus-ruling-science-abortion-drug-1795947

https://www.cdc.gov/reproductive-health/data-statistics/abortion-surveillance-findings-reports.html

https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2024/03/25/what-the-data-says-about-abortion-in-the-us/

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