The Russell Moore Show

H.W. Brands, eminent historian and biographer of American leaders, offers a concise mini bio as the author of American Patriarch. He explores Washington’s complex role as a national father. Short takes cover his nonsectarian faith, leadership by steady example, restraint with power, and the complications around Washington and slavery.

A lively discussion about how to spot spiritual revival and why it often shows up after the fact. Conversation covers recognizing spiritual deadness before renewal and the surprising people who can lead transformations. Practical talk on waking up faith, strengthening what remains, and how movements start, spread, and must be stewarded carefully.

Amy Grant, singer-songwriter known for bridging contemporary Christian and pop music, returns with The Me That Remains after a decade. She discusses recovering from a serious bike accident and memory loss. She recounts rediscovering songwriting on tour, wrestling with the inner critic, and the personal artwork that frames the record.

Practical tips for navigating major life choices, from spotting options that are clearly wrong to recognizing when good choices are mismatched to your personality. Discussion of balancing scriptural conviction with discernment and why clarity often comes slowly. Advice on managing anxiety, compensating for personal quirks, and finding wise, somewhat detached counselors.

McKay Coppins, an Atlantic staff writer who spent a year and $10,000 investigating sports betting, shares his personal experiment. He describes how easy online betting became addictive. The conversation covers gambling’s effects on attention, relationships, faith, and how technology and new bet types reshape sports and society.

Practical tips for passing Christian faith to children without making family life feel forced. A discussion on balancing structure and freedom in spiritual formation. Ideas for rhythms, rewards, and memory practices to make Scripture stick. Advice on modeling faith through availability and everyday habits rather than pressure.

Karen Swallow Prior, writer and author known for work on vocation and cultural theology, reflects on infertility as a spiritual and communal reality. She discusses how churches often avoid the topic, reframing fruitfulness beyond biology, pastoral care for loss, ethical questions around reproductive technology, and practical ways communities can bear burdens together.

A viral AI image of Jesus sparks a wider conversation about political idolatry and market-driven faith. Messages explore how mob politics and economic interests shape religious outrage. Historical examples from the New Testament and the role of institutions versus movements are examined. The discussion questions where true allegiance lies and what humble, steady witness looks like.

Malcolm Guite, poet, Anglican priest, and author of Galahad and the Grail, reflects on Arthurian legend and myth as living carriers of truth. He explores how ancient tales baptize imagination into Christian time. Short takes cover chivalry, why epic stories reassemble fragmented identity, and how fantasy can point beyond itself to the transcendent.

A clear answer on whether suspected church abuse should be reported to police first. A look at why church-only reporting policies enable concealment. Discussion of misuse of Matthew 18 when criminal matters are involved. Practical advice for raising concerns about church policy wording without creating conflict.