In this episode, I had the privilege of speaking with Greg Sheridan AO, one of Australia’s most respected journalists and thinkers, about his two powerful books: How Christians Can Succeed Today and God is Good for You. Our conversation included the tragic assassination of Charlie Kirk, a passionate Christian who had a profound impact on the lives of many young people. This murder has ignited new urgency around the question: can Christians still succeed and thrive in a culture that often ridicules or rejects them?
Greg draws insightful parallels between the challenges faced by early Christians and those confronting believers today in the West. He argues that while this is a time of hostility, it’s also a time of great opportunity, especially among younger generations searching for meaning. We explored how Christian values underpin our Western civilisation and legal system, and how understanding this heritage is essential if we are to preserve what is good and just.
Greg also makes a compelling case for Christians to engage with the culture boldly, though not with coercion. He reminds us that politics is not the essence of faith, and that differing political views can still align with Christian teachings. His stories of religious courage around the world, including leaders in Asia and the Middle East, are both moving and inspiring.
We also reflected on Charlie Kirk’s legacy and the cultural implications of celebrating such a murder. As always, I encourage you to think deeply about your values and the spiritual foundation of the society in which you live. Whilst celebrating Kirk’s death might disgust you, as it does me, it is not unlawful to do so. However, it is diametrically opposed to my values and I would suggest the values of most people.
In my life, I choose to mix with people whose values are “civil” and whose values help to build “civil-isation”. Uncivil behaviours destroy civility.
And don’t forget Buttonheart Bear, who is helping to fight child trafficking. Please visit foreverfreedommovement.com to support this noble cause.
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Charles also supports the Forever Freedom Movement — visit foreverfreedommovement.com to learn how children trapped in trafficking can be aided.
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