Generations Radio

Cracker Barrel is just the latest company that just can't seem to keep its list of virtues up to date for its virtue signaling campaigns. But what is this virtue signaling and why are companies getting behind the transgender insanity with such enthusiasm? Why would they risk the health of their companies to keep a small fraction of the transgender community happy? We dig into Chat GPT's worldview of existentialism, and define insanity biblically.

The number of people on psychotropic drugs is high nowadays. The world around is in constant need of catharsis, via drugs, music, and entertainment. What is the role of music in a Christian's life? The Bible encourages Christians to admonish each other with psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs, but what about secular music? Is it okay for Christians to listen to this kind of music? Even when rejecting the lyrics, can a Christian be overcome by the milieu that surrounds pop and folk culture?

He was hated, maligned, and marginalized. His enemies kicked dirt over his grave. His own people turned on him.  He dared to discipline in a permissive society. He dared to defy the zeitgeist, and to take the battle to the devil's back yard. He fought back against abortion and sexual perversion when everybody knew it would be a losing battle. He spent his wad advocating a highly marginalized homeschool movement, opposing godless public schools, and fighting abortion. He pushed for Christian legal defense organizations in an anti-Christian age. Dr. James Dobson was the man for the day — a quarterback fighting for every inch he could get, when pushed back to his own 5 yard line. He fought for a country through Roe v. Wade, Lawrence v. Texas, and Obergefell. He fought to save a civilization. . . a losing battle. He lost the pro-life plank. He lost the pornography battle. He lost the war on sexual perversion. But the point is. . .he fought with courage the whole way.  Here is our tribute to Dr. James Dobson (1936

This pill can kill without the woman knowing it. This pill can be mailed across state lines. This pill has already killed 500 million kids. . . soon to be 1 billion by 2030. Is this wrongful death or just plain murder? Chief responsibility for this holocaust lies at the feet of 4 people — all atheists and agnostics who turned away from the faith of their fathers. Will governments rein in the devastation, or will God have to do it?

Children are born in sin, but God also calls Christian children holy. Parents have a duty to rebuke and correct, but it needs to be done in love. How can parents discipline their children when they violate God's law and disobey? What are the differences between discipline of a five-year-old and discipline of a rebellious teenager? These questions are addressed in this edition of Discipleship for Dads.

Why do the major Christian homeschool literature books offer 90-97% pagan literature or that written by non-Christians for our kids? Why must we submerge our children in these bad worldviews? What about these arguments urged upon our Christian families, to ascertain that all our youth read the pagans and the post-Christian apostates? "Our children need a well rounded education." "All great classic literature is good literature." "The human mind was not darkened by the fall." "We can borrow everything from the Egyptians!"

What does the Bible say about recreation and play? It's good to enjoy God and the gifts He has given to us. However, where is the balance between work and play? It's important to remember that these gifts will come and go, but God doesn't. We should be thanking God for his good gifts that we get to enjoy, instead of making idols out of them.

Global population is looking like it will lose 70% with birth rate heading toward 1.8. Is there any correcting this trend? The Muslims and Communists are unable to do it by sheer coercion. The mechanical womb may be the only hope for humanist humanity. But what about Jesus's people? Will anybody deny themselves and follow Jesus among Christians? Will Christians follow Christ? This is the only hope for humanity now.

Fantasy and horror can be extremely dangerous for children. And, if parents can't distinguish between the demonic and the godly in fantasy novels, they sign their kids up for some pretty horrible stuff. Serial killers, Richard Ramirez, David Berkowitz, Adolf Constanzo, Sean Sellers, Henry Lee Lucas, and others have admitted to influence from Satanic materials and movies. Satan is real, and playing with this stuff leads to bad things. But the grace of God is greater, as in the case of the salvation of David Berkowitz.

We are called to live at peace with all men as much as is possible and to pursue it. What does a peaceful home look like? What is the basis of a peaceful home? Kevin Swanson, Bill Roach, Daniel Craig, and Todd Strawser discuss how to cultivate peace within the home and how to shepherd children through the squabbles and offenses, and ultimately how to walk in forgiveness and reconciliation within the home.

The Museum of the Bible presents an evolutionary construct concerning the development of monotheism in the world. But this is because they are attempting to be non-sectarian and non-evangelical. Is it possible to be religiously neutral, and to present the evidence, without first filtering the evidence through a preconceived worldview?

There is a lack of fear of God in the average Christian's language today. What is it that drives our language? Do we fear God, or is our language filled with taking God's name in vain or using minced oaths? In addition to this discussion on language, Josh and Kevin touch on vows and the importance of keeping vows that are made.

One nation stands in the gap. One nation is in the target sights of principalities and powers in the spiritual realm and the geo-political realm. One nation represents a growing Christian edge in the world. The battle over the soul of Brazil is playing out over Christian homeschoolers, and we tell the story direct from the front lines. God is winning our battles for us in Brazil as homeschoolers take the faith stand.

The two nations with the highest percentage of women in the military are Australia and the US. But, Russia, China, Iran, Pakistan, and the other eastern nations have taken the opposite stance. But why are women enlisters increasing exponentially during the Trump administration . . . and Fox News is celebrating? We provide some history on the rise of feminism and confused roles in the 20th Century in this segment, and then lay out the biblical standards for warfare.

How should conflict in marriage be dealt with? Unity typically increases as marriage progresses, but there will always be some disagreement between husbands and wives. Whether it be over relationships with in-laws, the raising of children, or finances, it's vital that disagreements be addressed with a spirit of love, gratitude, and humility. Listen to this episode of Discipleship for Dads for practical tips on this important subject.

Superman is the biggest blockbuster of the summer, and yes, there's a little wokie-ness throughout. But, the real issue is the worldview tug-of-war between polytheism and raw humanist-existentialism. Kansas dad and Krypton dad are arguing it out, but really, they're both wrong. Discerning these major motion pictures requires pretty highly-calibrated worldview glasses and an ear for the internal contradictions. But would a 14-year-old kid discern it, or just meld right into it?

Normatively, only a very small percentage of people stay single their entire lives. So how do men and women leave and cleave well when it's time to establish their own households? How do we interact with the ideas of patriarchy, emancipation, and jurisdictions for in-laws, spouses, and grandparents? How do we apply the fifth commandment to honor our parents as we leave and cleave? Kevin Swanson and Joshua Schwisow address this topic on this edition of Generations.

According to a study done in 2016, the average adult spends 10 hours and 32 minutes on unproductive media per day, and it's only increasing. The effects of this poor handling of technology are evident everywhere. Human relationships in families, churches, and communities are increasingly shallow, short-lived, broken, or non-existent today. There is no time for worshipping God. Modern technology is taking dominion over man, despite God's call for man to take dominion and redeem the time. Yet, we know there is also a proper use of technology. So what are the solutions to the problems of tech, and what is the right use of the tool? How is a family to use it wisely? Chris Kasper from wisephone.com joins us on this edition of the program to discuss these and other questions.

A new Axis is forming for the first time since the cold war, or really, since the 1940s. Iran, China, India, Russia, and North Korea are collecting forces. They equal the US economy now, and all of them have nukes (almost). Tensions are growing, and alliances are developing stronger every day. But what do Proverbs 22:7 and 14:28 have to do with it? Will the West lose this one? That depends on whether God's wisdom is still relevant.

A huge percentage of Christian children are leaving the church. There is no greater joy than to see one's children walking in the truth. However, a big part of flourishing spiritually has to do with cultivating a love for the body of Christ. How can fathers encourage their children in this way? A dad's priorities often become his children's priorities. Does the church play an important role in your life, or is it just a club you go to on Sundays?