Good Faith Humility and Hope in 2023 (with David French)
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Dec 16, 2023 
David French, author and commentator, joins the hosts to reflect on the past year with a focus on humility and hope. They discuss the complexity of the world, the decline of marriageable males in African-American communities, and the danger of losing hope by solely focusing on national politics. They also touch on the fragility of the political system in 2024 and express gratitude for listeners' support.
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Seek Cross-Sector Openness
- Look for cross-sector openness and collaboration as signs of constructive response to social problems.
- Engage outside your bubble and partner with people from different perspectives to find workable solutions.
Local Activation Stopped An Extremist Candidate
- Local communities ("little platoons") mobilized to defeat an extremist mayoral candidate in Franklin.
- That grassroots activation showed nonpolitical civic muscle can check dangerous local threats.
Asbury Revival Modeled Wise Spiritual Stewardship
- The Asbury revival drew students into prolonged worship, repentance, and community formation.
- College leaders stewarded the moment wisely, prioritizing students over spectacle.