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Insights into the moral, cultural, and ethical issues of our day.

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Insights into the moral, cultural, and ethical issues of our day.

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Episodes

Will you take our quick survey?

5/26/2023
On this episode of the ERLC Podcast, Brent Leatherwood invites you to take our quick podcast survey as we prepare for a new ERLC Podcast. Take the survey here. Connect with us on Twitter @ERLC@LeatherwoodTN@LindsNicoletSponsors Racial unityERLC.com/racialunityERLC.com/racialunityEmail updatesERLC.com/updates

Duration:00:01:34

A new ERLC Podcast coming soon

5/6/2023
On this episode, Lindsay Nicolet gives an important update about exciting things coming for the ERLC Podcast. Connect with us on Twitter @ERLC@LeatherwoodTN@LindsNicoletSponsors Racial unityERLC.com/racialunityERLC.com/racialunityEmail updatesERLC.com/updates

Duration:00:01:07

A conversation with Palmer Williams about the SBC, the Supreme Court, and politics

4/28/2023
On this episode, Lindsay Nicolets talks with Palmer Williams about her work at the ERLC, the realities of politics, and future Supreme Court rulings. They also discuss Palmer’s hopes for the SBC. Connect with us on Twitter @ERLC@LeatherwoodTN@LindsNicoletSponsors Racial unity |ERLC.com/racialunityERLC.com/racialunityEmail updates | ERLC.com/updates

Duration:00:37:27

TN governor's Order of Protection proposal, the religious postal worker case, and the abortion pill

4/21/2023
On this episode, Lindsay Nicolet talks with Hannah Daniel about the Tennessee governor’s Order of Protection proposal. They also discuss several important Supreme Court developments including the religious postal worker case and the abortion pill Content Tennessean: SBC public policy president, a Covenant parent, backs Lee's gun law proposal Explainer: Tennessee governor’s Order of Protection proposalGroff v. DeJoy: Religious postal worker case Abortion pill at the Supreme Court Connect with us on Twitter @ERLC@LeatherwoodTN@LindsNicolet@hannahedanielSponsors Racial unity |ERLC.com/racialunityERLC.com/racialunityEmail updates | ERLC.com/updates

Duration:00:21:11

Understanding the Supreme Court

4/14/2023
On this episode, Lindsay Nicolet talks with Hannah Daniel about the importance of the Supreme Court in today’s society. They also discuss what’s new with the rapidly moving abortion pill case. Content The abortion pill case Explainer: How a case makes it the Supreme Court Explainer: What you should know about Supreme Court decisions Connect with us on Twitter @ERLC@LeatherwoodTN@LindsNicolet@hannahedaniel Sponsors Racial unity |ERLC.com/racialunityERLC.com/racialunityEmail updates | ERLC.com/updates

Duration:00:23:28

An interview with Hannah Daniel on anticipated SCOTUS 2023 opinions

4/6/2023
On this episode, Lindsay Nicolets talks with Hannah Daniel about Supreme Court opinions she’s anticipating this summer and what implications they will have for free speech and religious liberty. Related content 303 CreativeExplainer Groff v. DejoyThe “Lemon Test”3 reasons Baptists should hold to religious liberty for all Connect with us on Twitter @ERLC@LeatherwoodTN@LindsNicolet@hannahedaniel

Duration:00:23:22

An interview with Dana Hall McCain about the intersection of faith and public policy

3/31/2023
In this episode, Lindsay talks with Dana Hall McCain about her career as a writer, the intersection of faith and public policy, and how Christians can contribute to a healthy public square. They also discuss social media, pro-life issues, and what’s important for Southern Baptists in this particular culture. ERLC Content Evan LenowHow parents can engage local public schools: 4 ways to build healthy relationships and care for your childrenPolicy staff Explainer: Title IX expanded to include sexual orientation and gender identityConnect with us on Twitter @ERLC@LeatherwoodTN@LindsNicoletSponsors Racial unity |ERLC.com/racialunityERLC.com/racialunityEmail updates | ERLC.com/updatesERLC.com/updates

Duration:00:30:49

The installation address of President F. Brent Leatherwood

3/24/2023
On this episode, we'll hear the installation address of President F. Brent Leatherwood. In his message, he shared his gratitude for this stewardship, his hope for the SBC, and his vision for the ERLC. Connect with us on Twitter @ERLC@LeatherwoodTN@LindsNicoletSponsors Racial unity |ERLC.com/racialunityERLC.com/racialunityEmail updates | ERLC.com/updates

Duration:00:21:42

Understanding the Equal Rights Amendment

3/17/2023
On this episode, Lindsay Nicolet talks with Hannah Daniel about the Equal Rights Amendment and why it’s harmful, especially to women. We also discuss a review of states policies that cover the areas of human dignity, religious liberty, family and marriage, and the sanctity of human life. Content Hannah DanielExplainer: Senate considers the Equal Rights Amendment Katie McCoyWhat is a Woman?Rebecca McLaughlin How the Gospels Show that Jesus Values Women Policy StaffERLC 2023 State Policy ReviewConnect with us on Twitter @ERLC@LeatherwoodTN@LindsNicoletSponsors Racial unity |ERLC.com/racialunityERLC.com/racialunityEmail updates | ERLC.com/updates

Duration:00:25:40

Discipling your church for a world in sexual crisis

3/10/2023
On this episode, we feature a webinar hosted by Jason Thacker on discipling your church for a world in sexual crisis. Thacker talks to Dean Inserra, Katie McCoy, and Andrew Walker about a biblical sexual ethic and how to communicate it with truth and grace in a secularized society. Content Discipling your church for a world in sexual crisisConnect with us on Twitter @ERLC@LeatherwoodTN@LindsNicoletSponsors Email updates ERLC.com/updatesRacial unityERLC.com/racialunityERLC.com/racialunity

Duration:00:57:22

An interview with Jason Thacker about “The Digital Public Square”

3/3/2023
On this episode, Brent Leatherwood and Lindsay Nicolet talk to Jason Thacker about his new book, “The Digital Public Square,” and how Christian ethics apply in a technological society. They discuss the importance of Christians engaging various technological tools with wisdom and the motivation to love God and love our neighbors. Connect with us on Twitter @ERLC@LeatherwoodTN@LindsNicoletSponsors 2023 Public Policy Agenda ERLC.com/policyEmail updates ERLC.com/updates

Duration:00:31:03

War in Ukraine, “Ministry Check” website, and more Executive Committee news

2/24/2023
On this episode, Brent Leatherwood and Lindsay Nicolet discuss the SBC Executive Committee meeting and several noteworthy developments, including the “Ministry Check” website and six churches deemed not in friendly cooperation with the SBC. They also reflected on the one-year anniversary of the war in Ukraine. Culture Blalock gives update on task force work and Ministry Check siteSBC EC removes six churches, including Saddlebacktweet thread After a year of war in Ukraine, no end in sight to the miserySBC supporting Ukraine as war enters second yearHow Southern Baptists are involved in Ukraine reliefConnect with us on Twitter @ERLC@LeatherwoodTN@LindsNicoletSponsors 2023 Public Policy Agenda ERLC.com/policyEmail updatesERLC.com/updates

Duration:00:22:57

Fred Luter and Ed Litton on racial reconciliation in the SBC

2/17/2023
On this episode, Brent Leatherwood interviews Ed Litton and Fred Luter about racial reconciliation and the SBC. These two men have started an important racial reconciliation effort called The Unify Project, and in this interview, they tell us about it and spur us on to be ambassadors of reconciliation within the communities where the Lord has placed us. Culture Unify ProjectConnect with us on Twitter @ERLC@LeatherwoodTN@LindsNicoletSponsors 2023 Public Policy Agenda Email updates

Duration:00:39:43

The State of the Union, Turkey’s earthquake, and racial unity in the SBC

2/10/2023
In this episode, Brent and Lindsay talk about racial unity in the SBC. They also disucss a recap of the State of the Union address, the devastating earthquake in Turkey, and J.D. Greear’s article responding to comments Andy Stanley made about homosexuality. ERLC Content Four Reasons Why I Am Committed to A Racially Reconciling ChurchRacial Unity in the SBC: A Converrsation with Fred Luter and Ed LittonCulture State of the Union recapDeath toll soars past 16,000 in Turkey earthquakeSend Relief responding to massive earthquakeSEND ReliefJ.D. Greear’s article responding to Andy StanleyDiscipling your church for a world in sexual crisis Connect with us on Twitter @ERLC@LeatherwoodTN@LindsNicoletSponsors 2023 Public Policy Agenda Email updates

Duration:00:30:19

Highlights of the ERLC's 2023 Public Policy Agenda

2/3/2023
In this episode, Brent and Lindsay talk to Hannah Daniel about the ERLC’s advocacy priorities for 2023. These priorities are in the important areas of religious liberty, marriage and family, sanctity of life, and human dignity. ERLC Content Jordan WoottenCan Christians make it in American Politics? Hannah Daniel What the ERLC is advocating for in 2023: A look into this year’s Public Policy Agenda Culture 2023 Public Policy Agenda Connect with us on Twitter @ERLC@LeatherwoodTN@LindsNicolet Sponsors Internships | Psalm 139 |

Duration:00:23:40

George Santos' deception, classified documents, and marching in D.C.

1/27/2023
In this episode, Lindsay and Brent discuss this year’s March for Life, George Santos’ deception, and the classified documents debacle. ERLC Content Explainer: Open Doors releases 2023 World Watch List 3 lessons from the March for Life 2023Culture NY TimesFirst March for Life After Roe, Sets Stage for New IdeasUSA TodayGeorge Santos scammed voters. Congress has a moral duty to remove him.Classified documents discovered at Pence’s homeFire mansion in TennesseeConnect with us on Twitter @ERLC@LeatherwoodTN@LindsNicoletSponsors Dobbs Resource Page | DobbsERLC.com/DobbsSexual Ethics Resource Page | ERLC.com/sexualethics

Duration:00:30:39

An interview with Jon Nelson about racial unity

1/20/2023
In this episode, Brent interviews Jon Nelson, a pastor in Missouri, about racial unity and the SBC. Lindsay also reviews a few pieces of ERLC content focused on life in light of the 2023 March for Life. ERLC Content Helping single moms choose life and education: An interview about The MOMentum Network5 small pro-life steps churches can takeCulture Baptist PressJon Nelson: from atheist to 1st black Mo. Baptist VPMarch for Life 2023Connect with us on Twitter @ERLC@LeatherwoodTN@LindsNicoletSponsors InternshipsPsalm 139

Duration:00:26:02

March for Life 2023, South Carolina’s 6-week abortion law, and Stand for Life

1/13/2023
In this episode, Lindsay and Brent discuss the South Carolina Supreme Court striking down the state’s 6-week abortion ban. They also talk about the pro-life organization and the March for Life happening next week. ERLC Content Two ways to make digital activism better: Real-world relationships bring about changeAbortion is not healthcare: The historical and biblical understanding of a doctor’s obligationCulture South Carolina Supreme Court strikes down 6-week abortion lawStand for Life Launches from ERLCMarch for Life 2023Connect with us on Twitter @ERLC@LeatherwoodTN@LindsNicoletSponsors Dobbs Resource PageDobbsERLC.com/DobbsSexual Ethics Resource PageERLC.com/sexualethicsSubscribe iTunes Google Play Stitcher Tune in

Duration:00:31:49

Abortion pill developments, Speaker of the House deliberations, and Light magazine

1/6/2023
In this episode, Lindsay and Brent discuss the latest development with abortion pills, the ongoing deliberations regarding speaker of the House, and Damar Hamlin’s terrifying collapse on the football field. They also talk about the latest issue of Light magazine. ERLC Content LightPursuing a culture of life: The pro-life movement after the demise of Roe v. WadeCulture Abortion pills to be more widely available Explainer: The FDA expands abortion pill access in local pharmaciesThe twin frontiers of abortion in a post-Dobbs world: The abortion pill and abortion traffickingHouse Deliberations for Speaker OngoingDamar HamlinToy drive soared to $3 millionConnect with us on Twitter @ERLC@LeatherwoodTN@LindsNicoletSponsors Dobbs DobbsERLC.com/DobbsERLC.com/sexualethicsSubscribe iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher | Tune in

Duration:00:37:36

The Psalm 139 Project, immigration reform, and Advent

12/20/2022
In this episode, Lindsay and Brent discuss their end of year focus on the Psalm 139 Project. They also talk about the status of immigration reform in the United States and an update on the Respect for Marriage Act. ERLC Content How ultrasounds help moms choose life: Opening a window into the womb What a visit to the border taught me about AdventCulture Last minute deal for immigration reforms failsMost recent SBC resolution on immigrationPresident Biden signs Respect for Marriage Act Explainer: Why the ERLC Still Opposes the Respect for Marriage ActConnect with us on Twitter @ERLC@LeatherwoodTN@LindsNicoletSponsors Dobbs DobbsERLC.com/DobbsERLC.com/sexualethics

Duration:00:32:57