The Battle for Life in Michigan—and Across America
By Israel Wayne   |   03.07.26
The Dobbs decision that ended Roe v. Wade did not end the abortion battle; it simply moved the frontline. In Michigan there is a troubling push on the part of the Democrat leadership (specifically Governor and Attorney General) to force pro-life organizations to hire pro-abortion employees.
Are Some American Cities Becoming like Third World Countries?
By Israel Wayne   |   02.05.26
Violent crime. Homeless encampments. Failing schools. Civil unrest. Look at the cities most often compared to “third world” conditions—and notice who’s been running them. Correlation or causation? Elections have consequences
Should Christians Try to Reform the Public School System?
By Israel Wayne   |   12.12.25
For more than a century, American Christians have assumed, without biblical warrant, that the civil government ought to oversee the education of children.
Judicial Tyranny: When a Court Bans a Child From Church
By Israel Wayne   |   11.28.25
What happens when a judge decides that normal Christian beliefs—Bible teaching, salvation, the Second Coming—are “dangerous” for a child? In Maine, it led to a court order banning an 11-year-old from church and undermining her mother’s authority. This is judicial tyranny in real time.
One Hundred Years – Religion and the Public Schools
By Israel Wayne   |   10.18.25
A century ago, the Scopes Trial and Pierce v. Society of Sisters set the course for America’s schools—one ushering in Darwinian evolution, the other defending parental rights. The clash between faith and government control over our children’s education continues to this day.
Charlie Kirk and the Violent Left
By Israel Wayne   |   09.13.25
Charlie Kirk’s life was cut short in a shocking act of violence—but his legacy of faith, courage, and conviction continues to shine. From launching Turning Point USA to boldly proclaiming the Gospel in hostile environments, he left a lasting mark on a generation through his faith and his courageous dialogue.
Lessons We Should Learn from Cracker Barrel
By Israel Wayne   |   08.26.25
When Cracker Barrel quietly dropped "Uncle Herschel" from its iconic logo, they weren’t just rebranding—they were reopening a deep cultural divide. What followed was public outrage, plunging stock value, and accusations of “going woke.” But is this really about a logo—or something much bigger?
Young American Males – A Coming Religious Resurgence?
By Israel Wayne   |   07.19.25
To the surprise of many, it seems there is a notable shift occurring among young American males. While young women seem to be holding the politically-correct line of feminism and wokeism, some young men are bailing on leftist ideology and moving to the right politically and socially.
Should a Christian Be on Welfare?
By Israel Wayne   |   09.21.24
There is a Biblical theology of charity for the poor, just as there is a Biblical theology of everything.
Should People Bring Children Into Such a Scary World?
By Israel Wayne   |   08.31.24
I frequently hear people express concern about bringing children into the world when so much is uncertain and unsettled. Here are some primary reasons people are uncertain about bringing children into the world.
Just the Facts, Ma’am!
By Israel Wayne   |   02.21.24
“Just the facts, Ma’am.” In the 1950s, this phrase caught hold in our American vocabulary, inspired by the persona of Sergeant Joe Friday of the TV show, Dragnet. The no-nonsense police investigator reflected a concept (even if he never uttered the exact words that became so well established in pop-culture) embraced by the Modernist worldview.
Whom Should We Distrust: Parents or the Government?
By Israel Wayne   |   12.13.23
This past week, I’ve been dealing with a lot of media being interviewed by publications like The Washington Post, The Detroit Free Press, a CBS TV affiliate, an ABC radio affiliate, etc.
10,000 Hours of Education
By Israel Wayne   |   11.27.23
In 2008, in his book Outliers, best-selling author Malcolm Gladwell introduced a new concept into the American psyche. The “10,000-Hour-Rule” suggests that if you wish to truly excel in any field of endeavor, you need to dedicate 10,000 hours of focused and targeted practice, study and development.
Culture Can Shift Faster Than You Think
By Israel Wayne   |   08.17.23
I recently had a speaking tour through three South American countries. As I talked with many Christians in these nations, I heard a lot of discouragement. They feel they simply don’t have the influence they need to see positive change occur. In some of the countries, Marxism has taken root and has a stranglehold on politics and economics. Many Protestant Christians I talked to there are hoping to start Christian schools and desire to legalize homeschooling. This seems daunting as Protestants make up only 10-20% of the population.
The Coming Demise of Disney?
By Israel Wayne   |   07.26.23
It is no secret to anyone who pays attention to pop culture that Disney has abandoned its family-friendly business model for a radical pro-LGBTQ agenda. Disney has been going woke for decades, but in recent days, that approach seems to be backfiring on them financially.
Israel Wayne
Israel Wayne

Israel Wayne is an author and conference speaker, and the Director of Family Renewal, and the the father of eleven children. He writes on Politics, Education, Worldviews, Religion, Cultural Issues and Philosophy at the ChristianWorldview.net blog (where he serves as Site Editor).

He is the author of the books Raising Them Up: Parenting for ChristiansQuestions God AsksQuestions Jesus Asks and Pitchin’ a Fit: Overcoming Angry and Stressed-Out Parenting, Education: Does God Have an Opinion? & Answers for Homeschooling: Top 25 Questions Critics Ask.

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