The World View With Alex Kocman https://alexkocman.com/podcasts/the-world-view-with-alex-kocman/ An opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world—from a biblical worldview. Mon, 05 Oct 2026 09:09:24 +0000 en-US © 2024 ABWE An opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world—from a biblical worldview. ABWE An opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world—from a biblical worldview. ABWE alex@abwe.org false https://alexkocman.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/WV-Album-Art.jpg The World View With Alex Kocman https://alexkocman.com/podcasts/the-world-view-with-alex-kocman/ alex@abwe.org An opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world—from a biblical worldview. No yes Support the Ministry 0c0ffdd7-0fd1-5cf5-a585-e59d7670b910 43983767 What Makes a Nation? Mohler, Wilson, and the Great Commission https://alexkocman.com/podcast/what-makes-a-nation-mohler-wilson/ Thu, 24 Sep 2026 15:00:00 +0000 https://alexkocman.com/?post_type=podcast&p=27042 What is a nation—and why does that question matter for Christians, missions, and the Great Commission? Alex responds to the “Which Way America?” debate featuring Al Mohler, Doug Wilson, Joe Rigney, and Paul Miller. Before Christians debate what a nation should do, Alex argues, we first need to define what a nation actually is. Drawing from Genesis 10, Matthew 28, Acts 17, Revelation, and Psalm 2, he examines the biblical concept of the nations and the roles of land, lineage, language, law, liturgy, and culture—and how that should shape Christian thinking about nationhood, missions, ordered loves, and the lordship of Christ.

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

Learn more about us at abwe.org.

]]> full 1 3 What is a nation—and why does that question matter for Christians, missions, and the Great Commission? Alex responds to the “Which Way America?” debate featuring Al Mohler, Doug Wilson, Joe Rigney, and Paul Miller. Before Christians debate what a nation should do, Alex argues, we first need to define what a nation actually is. Drawing from Genesis 10, Matthew 28, Acts 17, Revelation, and Psalm 2, he examines the biblical concept of the nations and the roles of land, lineage, language, law, liturgy, and culture—and how that should shape Christian thinking about nationhood, missions, ordered loves, and the lordship of Christ.

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

Learn more about us at abwe.org.

]]> false no 00:13:04 No no Is the Church to Blame for America’s Decline? A Debate with Gabe Rench https://alexkocman.com/podcast/church-americas-decline-gabe-rench-debate/ Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:00:00 +0000 https://alexkocman.com/podcast/church-americas-decline-gabe-rench-debate/ Is America’s moral decline primarily the result of an unfaithful church—or are Christians wrongly blaming the bride of Christ for the rebellion of an unbelieving culture? Alex sits down with Gabriel “The Waterboy” Rench of the FLF Network for an informal but direct debate over the church, the culture, national repentance, Christian responsibility, and the reign of Christ over every area of life. They take up America’s Christian heritage, the distinct roles of family, church, and civil government, whether the church has failed in its prophetic responsibility, and how Christians should think about cultural collapse without losing confidence in the victorious kingdom of Christ.

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

Learn more about us at abwe.org.

]]> full 18 2 Is America’s moral decline primarily the result of an unfaithful church—or are Christians wrongly blaming the bride of Christ for the rebellion of an unbelieving culture? Alex sits down with Gabriel “The Waterboy” Rench of the FLF Network for an informal but direct debate over the church, the culture, national repentance, Christian responsibility, and the reign of Christ over every area of life. They take up America’s Christian heritage, the distinct roles of family, church, and civil government, whether the church has failed in its prophetic responsibility, and how Christians should think about cultural collapse without losing confidence in the victorious kingdom of Christ.

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

Learn more about us at abwe.org.

]]> false no 00:52:21 No no Assume the Center: Chase Davis on Christian Confidence https://alexkocman.com/podcast/assume-the-center-chase-davis/ Tue, 09 Jun 2026 15:00:10 +0000 https://alexkocman.com/podcast/assume-the-center-chase-davis/ For decades, many Christians have been taught to see themselves as outsiders in a culture they can no longer influence. But is that mindset actually biblical? Alex sits down with Chase Davis to discuss what it means for Christians to “assume the center”—to live with confidence rather than retreat into despair, cynicism, or resentment in an increasingly disordered age. They talk through why Christianity should be viewed as normal rather than marginal, the relationship between faithfulness and cultural influence, building strong families and churches, why Christian men must recover courage and responsibility, and what it looks like to live as though Christ truly reigns.

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

Learn more about us at abwe.org.

]]> full 17 2 For decades, many Christians have been taught to see themselves as outsiders in a culture they can no longer influence. But is that mindset actually biblical? Alex sits down with Chase Davis to discuss what it means for Christians to “assume the center”—to live with confidence rather than retreat into despair, cynicism, or resentment in an increasingly disordered age. They talk through why Christianity should be viewed as normal rather than marginal, the relationship between faithfulness and cultural influence, building strong families and churches, why Christian men must recover courage and responsibility, and what it looks like to live as though Christ truly reigns.

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

Learn more about us at abwe.org.

]]> false no 00:57:29 No no Does Eschatology Matter for Missions? https://alexkocman.com/podcast/does-eschatology-matter-for-missions/ Wed, 03 Jun 2026 19:51:25 +0000 https://abwe.org/?post_type=podcast&p=26808 Christians have long debated the end times. But does eschatology shape how we approach the mission Christ gave his church? Alex and Dr. Josh Howard, pastor and founder of Eschatology Matters, explore why your view of the last things may have more impact on missions, evangelism, and church life than you realize.

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

Learn more about us at abwe.org.

]]> full 16 2 Christians have long debated the end times. But does eschatology shape how we approach the mission Christ gave his church? Alex and Dr. Josh Howard, pastor and founder of Eschatology Matters, explore why your view of the last things may have more impact on missions, evangelism, and church life than you realize.

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

Learn more about us at abwe.org.

]]> false no 00:48:58 No no Massie’s Loss, Afghanistan, and the AI-pocalypse https://alexkocman.com/podcast/massies-loss-afghanistan-and-the-ai-pocalypse/ Wed, 27 May 2026 18:08:56 +0000 https://abwe.org/?post_type=podcast&p=26746 Thomas Massie’s primary loss exposed a growing divide among Americans. But beneath the political drama lies a deeper spiritual question: how should Christians relate to the nations? This episode explores the order of loves, the viral Afghanistan famine story, the failure of multicultural myths, and the rise of AI data centers reshaping the American landscape. Are we building Christ’s kingdom through prayer, mission, and faithful local action, or are we looking to empire, bureaucracy, and technology to save the world?

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

Learn more about us at abwe.org.

]]> full 15 2 Thomas Massie’s primary loss exposed a growing divide among Americans. But beneath the political drama lies a deeper spiritual question: how should Christians relate to the nations? This episode explores the order of loves, the viral Afghanistan famine story, the failure of multicultural myths, and the rise of AI data centers reshaping the American landscape. Are we building Christ’s kingdom through prayer, mission, and faithful local action, or are we looking to empire, bureaucracy, and technology to save the world?

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

Learn more about us at abwe.org.

]]> false no 00:15:05 No no Nolan’s Odyssey, Rumblings in Venezuela, and the SBC https://alexkocman.com/podcast/nolans-odyssey-rumblings-in-venezuela-and-the-sbc/ Tue, 19 May 2026 20:15:42 +0000 https://abwe.org/?post_type=podcast&p=26630 Hollywood rewrites Homer, Trump jokes about making Venezuela the 51st state, and Southern Baptists head toward another bruising convention fight. This episode looks at inheritance, empire, institutional faithfulness, and why Christians cannot afford to separate mission from doctrine, or cultural engagement from the lordship of Christ.

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

Learn more about us at abwe.org.

]]> full 14 2 Hollywood rewrites Homer, Trump jokes about making Venezuela the 51st state, and Southern Baptists head toward another bruising convention fight. This episode looks at inheritance, empire, institutional faithfulness, and why Christians cannot afford to separate mission from doctrine, or cultural engagement from the lordship of Christ.

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

Learn more about us at abwe.org.

]]> false no 00:15:09 No no Sam Allberry, Capital Crimes, and UAP Disclosure https://alexkocman.com/podcast/sam-allberry-capital-crimes-and-uap-disclosure/ Mon, 11 May 2026 20:08:05 +0000 https://abwe.org/?post_type=podcast&p=26629 A major evangelical figure falls from ministry, a Texas jury sentences Tanner Horner to death for the murder of Athena Strand, and pastors claim they’re being warned about imminent UFO disclosure. This episode asks what these stories reveal about sin, judgment, spiritual deception, and why the church must recover clear doctrine, moral seriousness, and confidence in the unstoppable advance of Christ’s kingdom.

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

Learn more about us at abwe.org.

]]> full 13 2 A major evangelical figure falls from ministry, a Texas jury sentences Tanner Horner to death for the murder of Athena Strand, and pastors claim they’re being warned about imminent UFO disclosure. This episode asks what these stories reveal about sin, judgment, spiritual deception, and why the church must recover clear doctrine, moral seriousness, and confidence in the unstoppable advance of Christ’s kingdom.

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

Learn more about us at abwe.org.

]]> false no 00:13:20 No no A Tale of Two Kings, Abortion Challenged in Congress, and Vivek’s Syncretic Theology https://alexkocman.com/podcast/a-tale-of-two-kings-abortion-challenged-in-congress-and-viveks-syncretic-theology/ Tue, 05 May 2026 18:57:23 +0000 https://abwe.org/?post_type=podcast&p=26403 President Trump and King Charles share a stage and remind the world what real authority used to look like, a viral exchange in Congress forces the life debate out of abstraction and back into reality, and a resurfaced clip from Vivek Ramaswamy exposes just how deep the divide still runs over Jesus Christ. 

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

Learn more about us at abwe.org.

]]> full 12 2 President Trump and King Charles share a stage and remind the world what real authority used to look like, a viral exchange in Congress forces the life debate out of abstraction and back into reality, and a resurfaced clip from Vivek Ramaswamy exposes just how deep the divide still runs over Jesus Christ. 

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

Learn more about us at abwe.org.

]]> false no 00:16:08 No no No Neutral Ground: War, Manufactured Narratives, and the Crisis of Soft Men https://alexkocman.com/podcast/no-neutral-ground-war-manufactured-narratives-and-the-crisis-of-soft-men/ Tue, 28 Apr 2026 10:59:49 +0000 https://abwe.org/?post_type=podcast&p=26299 War in the Middle East exposes the myth of neutrality, a federal indictment raises questions about who really shapes our cultural conflicts, and a debate over “soft men” reveals a deeper problem in the church’s ability to send. This episode connects the headlines to the underlying reality: the world is divided over Christ, the kingdom is advancing whether we see it or not, and the mission still requires strong, faithful believers willing to carry the gospel where it costs something.

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

Learn more about us at abwe.org.

]]> full 11 2 War in the Middle East exposes the myth of neutrality, a federal indictment raises questions about who really shapes our cultural conflicts, and a debate over “soft men” reveals a deeper problem in the church’s ability to send. This episode connects the headlines to the underlying reality: the world is divided over Christ, the kingdom is advancing whether we see it or not, and the mission still requires strong, faithful believers willing to carry the gospel where it costs something.

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

Learn more about us at abwe.org.

]]> false no 00:11:27 No no Remembering Voddie, Plodding Ahead: Tom Ascol on the Future of Founders https://alexkocman.com/podcast/remembering-voddie-plodding-ahead-tom-ascol-on-the-future-of-founders/ Fri, 24 Apr 2026 14:36:23 +0000 https://abwe.org/?post_type=podcast&p=26243 Tom Ascol joins Alex Kocman to reflect on the life and legacy of Dr. Voddie Baucham and to look ahead at the future of Founders Ministries and Founders Seminary. What began in 1983 as a small prayer meeting has grown into a significant voice for gospel recovery and church reformation. Tom shares personal memories from decades of friendship with Voddie, the vision behind Founders Seminary, and the weight of his passing. The conversation also addresses the challenge of training faithful leaders in a “negative world” and the need to build durable, intergenerational Christian communities rooted in truth.

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

Learn more about us at abwe.org.

]]> full 10 2 Tom Ascol joins Alex Kocman to reflect on the life and legacy of Dr. Voddie Baucham and to look ahead at the future of Founders Ministries and Founders Seminary. What began in 1983 as a small prayer meeting has grown into a significant voice for gospel recovery and church reformation. Tom shares personal memories from decades of friendship with Voddie, the vision behind Founders Seminary, and the weight of his passing. The conversation also addresses the challenge of training faithful leaders in a “negative world” and the need to build durable, intergenerational Christian communities rooted in truth.

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

Learn more about us at abwe.org.

]]> false no 00:37:59 No no Iran, Ancient Heresies, and Making Disciples https://alexkocman.com/podcast/iran-ancient-heresies-and-making-disciples/ Mon, 13 Apr 2026 20:19:33 +0000 https://abwe.org/?post_type=podcast&p=25819 As tensions rise between Iran, Israel, and the United States, many are asking whether we’re on the brink of global war or watching a strategy unfold—but Scripture calls us to a steadier perspective. In this episode, we examine what’s really happening, why Christians must reject both panic and blind “plan trusting,” and how current debates about Israel are leading some to drift into a dangerous rejection of the Old Testament itself. We also revisit just war theory in an age of total war, consider what political faithfulness looks like at home, and reflect on why building families and making disciples remains central—even in uncertain times.

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

Learn more about us at abwe.org.

]]> full 9 As tensions rise between Iran, Israel, and the United States, many are asking whether we’re on the brink of global war or watching a strategy unfold—but Scripture calls us to a steadier perspective. In this episode, we examine what’s really happening, why Christians must reject both panic and blind “plan trusting,” and how current debates about Israel are leading some to drift into a dangerous rejection of the Old Testament itself. We also revisit just war theory in an age of total war, consider what political faithfulness looks like at home, and reflect on why building families and making disciples remains central—even in uncertain times.

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

Learn more about us at abwe.org.

]]> false no 00:16:03 No no War in Iran, the End Times, and Viral Christianity https://alexkocman.com/podcast/war-in-iran-the-end-times-and-viral-christianity/ Thu, 12 Mar 2026 20:22:06 +0000 https://abwe.org/?post_type=podcast&p=24805 War in the Middle East has many Christians asking whether we are living in the end times.

Current events often become the lens through which people interpret biblical eschatology. That approach can distort how Scripture teaches about the last things. Christians are called to read the Bible carefully and to resist the temptation to treat every global crisis as a prophetic timetable.

The Christian idea of ordered loves also helps shape a faithful response to global conflict. Believers should care rightly about family, nation, and neighbor while remembering that Christ’s kingdom is not tied to any earthly power.

Recent examples of viral Christianity online also reveal the difference between authenticity and a diluted message. Some voices present a polished but softened version of the faith, while others show a rough yet repentant testimony that more clearly points to the need for grace. These contrasts raise an important question: what kind of witness actually reflects the gospel?

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

Learn more about us at abwe.org.

]]> full 6 2 War in the Middle East has many Christians asking whether we are living in the end times.

Current events often become the lens through which people interpret biblical eschatology. That approach can distort how Scripture teaches about the last things. Christians are called to read the Bible carefully and to resist the temptation to treat every global crisis as a prophetic timetable.

The Christian idea of ordered loves also helps shape a faithful response to global conflict. Believers should care rightly about family, nation, and neighbor while remembering that Christ’s kingdom is not tied to any earthly power.

Recent examples of viral Christianity online also reveal the difference between authenticity and a diluted message. Some voices present a polished but softened version of the faith, while others show a rough yet repentant testimony that more clearly points to the need for grace. These contrasts raise an important question: what kind of witness actually reflects the gospel?

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

Learn more about us at abwe.org.

]]> false no 00:13:06 No no Iran’s Growing Church, America’s Divided Conscience, and the Return of Judgment https://alexkocman.com/podcast/irans-growing-church-americas-divided-conscience-and-the-return-of-judgment/ Wed, 04 Mar 2026 21:51:05 +0000 https://abwe.org/?post_type=podcast&p=24668 In this episode of The World View, we examine what the State of the Union revealed about a deeply divided America and the danger of selective compassion, highlighted by the reaction to the story of Ukrainian refugee Iryna Zarutska. We also look at a striking shift in public opinion as Catholic support for the death penalty now surpasses that of evangelicals, and consider what that says about whether our culture still believes in judgment. Finally, amid rising tensions with Iran and increasing arrests of Christians there, we reflect on the rapid growth of the church in hostile places and why Christians must resist the temptation to hate the very people Christ may be saving.

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

Learn more about us at abwe.org.

]]> full 5 2 In this episode of The World View, we examine what the State of the Union revealed about a deeply divided America and the danger of selective compassion, highlighted by the reaction to the story of Ukrainian refugee Iryna Zarutska. We also look at a striking shift in public opinion as Catholic support for the death penalty now surpasses that of evangelicals, and consider what that says about whether our culture still believes in judgment. Finally, amid rising tensions with Iran and increasing arrests of Christians there, we reflect on the rapid growth of the church in hostile places and why Christians must resist the temptation to hate the very people Christ may be saving.

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

Learn more about us at abwe.org.

]]> false no 00:11:28 No no The Middle East, State Religions, and Cultural Conscience https://alexkocman.com/podcast/the-middle-east-state-religions-and-cultural-conscience/ Tue, 24 Feb 2026 16:43:59 +0000 https://abwe.org/?post_type=podcast&p=24457 In this episode, we examine what’s really happening to Christians in Israel and Jordan and why raw statistics don’t tell the whole story. We unpack Canada’s Medical Assistance in Dying program, now the fourth leading cause of death, and what it reveals about the rise of statism in the West. And as the Epstein revelations continue to unfold, we ask whether our moral outrage is actually borrowed capital from Christianity—and how believers can use this cultural moment to point people back to a holy God who defines justice, judges evil, and offers redemption through Christ.

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

Learn more about us at abwe.org.

]]> full 4 2 In this episode, we examine what’s really happening to Christians in Israel and Jordan and why raw statistics don’t tell the whole story. We unpack Canada’s Medical Assistance in Dying program, now the fourth leading cause of death, and what it reveals about the rise of statism in the West. And as the Epstein revelations continue to unfold, we ask whether our moral outrage is actually borrowed capital from Christianity—and how believers can use this cultural moment to point people back to a holy God who defines justice, judges evil, and offers redemption through Christ.

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

Learn more about us at abwe.org.

]]> false no 00:14:24 No no From the Mission Field to the Legislature: Joe D’Orsie on Public Christian Engagement https://alexkocman.com/podcast/from-the-mission-field-to-the-legislature-joe-dorsie-on-public-christian-engagement/ Tue, 24 Feb 2026 15:21:56 +0000 https://abwe.org/?post_type=podcast&p=24456 In this long-form episode of The World View, Alex sits down with Pennsylvania State Rep. Joe D’Orsie to explore what happens when a missionary heart steps into the political arena. From six months on the mission field in the Dominican Republic to a decisive victory over a 20-year incumbent, D’Orsie shares how the Lord led him from local church ministry into public office. Together, they wrestle with abortion legislation, limited government, the role of the church in caring for the vulnerable, Gen Z discipleship, and the call for Christians to recover courage in the public square. If Christ is Lord over all of life, this conversation asks what that means not only for the nations, but for school boards, state houses, and our own neighborhoods.

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

Learn more about us at abwe.org.

]]> full 3 2 In this long-form episode of The World View, Alex sits down with Pennsylvania State Rep. Joe D’Orsie to explore what happens when a missionary heart steps into the political arena. From six months on the mission field in the Dominican Republic to a decisive victory over a 20-year incumbent, D’Orsie shares how the Lord led him from local church ministry into public office. Together, they wrestle with abortion legislation, limited government, the role of the church in caring for the vulnerable, Gen Z discipleship, and the call for Christians to recover courage in the public square. If Christ is Lord over all of life, this conversation asks what that means not only for the nations, but for school boards, state houses, and our own neighborhoods.

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

Learn more about us at abwe.org.

]]> false no 00:48:05 No no Sporting Spectacles and Mission in a Post-Global Age https://alexkocman.com/podcast/sporting-spectacles-and-mission-in-a-post-global-age/ Fri, 13 Feb 2026 20:23:46 +0000 https://abwe.org/?post_type=podcast&p=24396 Spectacle trains people what to love and forget, and the Super Bowl shows how entertainment can distract while real evil, including sexual exploitation, remains close to the surface. The Olympics display global pageantry detached from God, while Japan’s election highlights the broader shift from globalism toward nationalism. That changing world order demands missions strategies rooted in indigenous partnership, and it also makes moments like Jelly Roll naming Jesus and the renewed cultural hunger for motherhood and household discipleship stand out as signs of hope.

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

Learn more about us at abwe.org.

]]> full 2 2 Spectacle trains people what to love and forget, and the Super Bowl shows how entertainment can distract while real evil, including sexual exploitation, remains close to the surface. The Olympics display global pageantry detached from God, while Japan’s election highlights the broader shift from globalism toward nationalism. That changing world order demands missions strategies rooted in indigenous partnership, and it also makes moments like Jelly Roll naming Jesus and the renewed cultural hunger for motherhood and household discipleship stand out as signs of hope.

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

Learn more about us at abwe.org.

]]> false no 00:14:47 No no Root Causes: Minneapolis, Obergefell, Greenland, and Epstein https://alexkocman.com/podcast/root-causes-minneapolis-obergefell-greenland-and-epstein/ Thu, 05 Feb 2026 22:09:08 +0000 https://abwe.org/?post_type=podcast&p=24336 Amid protests and legal battles over immigration enforcement in Minneapolis, fresh debates over marriage and family norms, questions about national influence on the global stage, and renewed scrutiny of power and corruption at the highest levels, this episode of The World View digs beneath the headlines to explore the deeper spiritual and cultural roots shaping our world, the biblical understanding of nationhood and moral conviction, and how the gospel offers lasting hope for every people and place.

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

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]]> 1 2 Amid protests and legal battles over immigration enforcement in Minneapolis, fresh debates over marriage and family norms, questions about national influence on the global stage, and renewed scrutiny of power and corruption at the highest levels, this episode of The World View digs beneath the headlines to explore the deeper spiritual and cultural roots shaping our world, the biblical understanding of nationhood and moral conviction, and how the gospel offers lasting hope for every people and place.

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]]> false no 00:15:47 No no SPECIAL: Reaching America: Right Vs. Left or Rival Religions? R. Davis Younts https://alexkocman.com/podcast/special-reaching-america-right-vs-left-or-rival-religions-r-davis-younts/ Thu, 09 Oct 2025 20:22:11 +0000 https://abwe.org/?post_type=podcast&p=22592 Alex Kocman sits down with R. Davis Younts, a Christian attorney and former Air Force JAG, to talk about faith colliding with culture. Younts describes his path from law school to fighting for religious liberty in the military, warning that America’s supposed freedom of faith is eroding under secular humanism posing as neutrality. Davis argues that Christians can’t hide behind comfort or politeness—every law comes from a moral code, and believers have a duty to live and legislate like that’s true. Reacting to the assassination of Charlie Kirk, Younts calls it more than politics—it’s a spiritual war, a clash between the worship of God and the worship of man. Together, they dismantle the “stay out of politics” mindset, urging Christians to see activism as mission work. They reject the idea that the gospel and public life can be separated: truth offends—but it also saves. Christians must train now to stand firm later—financially, morally, spiritually. The world doesn’t need more nice believers; it needs missionaries with the heart of activists and activists with the heart of missionaries, ready to fight darkness with conviction, not compliance.

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

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]]> full 22 1 Alex Kocman sits down with R. Davis Younts, a Christian attorney and former Air Force JAG, to talk about faith colliding with culture. Younts describes his path from law school to fighting for religious liberty in the military, warning that America’s supposed freedom of faith is eroding under secular humanism posing as neutrality. Davis argues that Christians can’t hide behind comfort or politeness—every law comes from a moral code, and believers have a duty to live and legislate like that’s true. Reacting to the assassination of Charlie Kirk, Younts calls it more than politics—it’s a spiritual war, a clash between the worship of God and the worship of man. Together, they dismantle the “stay out of politics” mindset, urging Christians to see activism as mission work. They reject the idea that the gospel and public life can be separated: truth offends—but it also saves. Christians must train now to stand firm later—financially, morally, spiritually. The world doesn’t need more nice believers; it needs missionaries with the heart of activists and activists with the heart of missionaries, ready to fight darkness with conviction, not compliance.

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

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]]> false no 48:53 No no Death of an Evangelist: Charlie Kirk https://alexkocman.com/podcast/death-of-an-evangelist-charlie-kirk/ Thu, 11 Sep 2025 21:04:55 +0000 https://abwe.org/?post_type=podcast&p=22384 Charlie Kirk was a political activist, but more importantly, he was an evangelist. His faith often brought him into conflict with the culture around him and that conflict came to a head on September 10th when he was politically assassinated on a college campus. As Christians, we can learn valuable lessons from the way that Charlie Kirk passionately debated and fought for biblical truths. No matter your political stance, violence of this kind cannot continue. We must stand for what the Bible teaches us, to love our neighbor, to spread the gospel, to care for the moral good of others, and seek righteousness.

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

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]]> full 21 1 Charlie Kirk was a political activist, but more importantly, he was an evangelist. His faith often brought him into conflict with the culture around him and that conflict came to a head on September 10th when he was politically assassinated on a college campus. As Christians, we can learn valuable lessons from the way that Charlie Kirk passionately debated and fought for biblical truths. No matter your political stance, violence of this kind cannot continue. We must stand for what the Bible teaches us, to love our neighbor, to spread the gospel, to care for the moral good of others, and seek righteousness.

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

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]]> false no 7:23 No no Rescuing Missions From Toxic Empathy https://alexkocman.com/podcast/rescuing-missions-from-toxic-empathy/ Thu, 12 Jun 2025 17:54:40 +0000 https://abwe.org/?post_type=podcast&p=21374 Everyone is told to have empathy for one another. But when does empathy go wrong? Joe Rigney and Allie Beth Stuckey have recently asked this question. How are we supposed to empathize with others when it is contrary to God’s purposes? Before we climb into the proverbial pit with someone else, it is important to remember what the Bible says about empathy, sympathy, and compassion.

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

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]]> full 20 1 Everyone is told to have empathy for one another. But when does empathy go wrong? Joe Rigney and Allie Beth Stuckey have recently asked this question. How are we supposed to empathize with others when it is contrary to God’s purposes? Before we climb into the proverbial pit with someone else, it is important to remember what the Bible says about empathy, sympathy, and compassion.

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

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]]> false no 5:08 No no How Modern Ideologies Are Destroying Society: Jon Harris https://alexkocman.com/podcast/how-modern-ideologies-are-destroying-society-jon-harris/ Fri, 23 May 2025 09:51:40 +0000 https://abwe.org/?post_type=podcast&p=21097 Jon Harris joins The World View with Alex Kocman to take on modern ideological beliefs and how ideologies on both sides of the aisle are harming our Christian witness. Together they also discuss how to approach individuals who are radicalizing themselves with dangerous ideologies. Jon Harris is a podcaster, author, musician, and political thinker. Find his new book, Against the Waves: Christian Order in a Liberal Age online. He hosts the podcast Conversations That Matter.

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]]> full 19 1 Jon Harris joins The World View with Alex Kocman to take on modern ideological beliefs and how ideologies on both sides of the aisle are harming our Christian witness. Together they also discuss how to approach individuals who are radicalizing themselves with dangerous ideologies. Jon Harris is a podcaster, author, musician, and political thinker. Find his new book, Against the Waves: Christian Order in a Liberal Age online. He hosts the podcast Conversations That Matter.

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

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]]> false no 56:22 No no Love and Order With JD Vance https://alexkocman.com/podcast/love-and-order-with-jd-vance/ Mon, 10 Feb 2025 15:31:01 +0000 https://abwe.org/?post_type=podcast&p=20024 Vice President J.D. Vance said an interesting comment that sent the internet into a firestorm. But is his remark on the “order of loves,” or ordo amoris, biblical? How are Christians supposed to love those near and far to us?

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]]> full 18 1 Vice President J.D. Vance said an interesting comment that sent the internet into a firestorm. But is his remark on the “order of loves,” or ordo amoris, biblical? How are Christians supposed to love those near and far to us?

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

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]]> false no 9:09 No no What Is a ‘Nation,’ Anyway? https://alexkocman.com/podcast/what-is-a-nation/ Fri, 20 Dec 2024 19:28:06 +0000 https://abwe.org/?post_type=podcast&p=19670 How do we define nations? Is America just an idea? Maybe there’s a deeper reason that the broader culture is pushing back against Scripture’s definition of a people.

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

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]]> full 17 1 How do we define nations? Is America just an idea? Maybe there’s a deeper reason that the broader culture is pushing back against Scripture’s definition of a people.

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

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]]> false no 4:34 No no 3 Things Christians Must Do Now Post-Election https://alexkocman.com/podcast/3-things-christians-must-do-now-post-election/ Fri, 15 Nov 2024 09:00:00 +0000 https://abwe.org/?post_type=podcast&p=19347 With the presidential election finally in the rear view for US Christians, now we have an opportunity to double down and be about the work of advancing Christ’s kingdom. Will we?

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]]> full 16 1 With the presidential election finally in the rear view for US Christians, now we have an opportunity to double down and be about the work of advancing Christ’s kingdom. Will we?

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

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]]> false no 6:32 No no EXCLUSIVE: Hurricane Relief and Unhelpful News Cycles (feat. Chad Prather, Thad Bergmeier) https://alexkocman.com/podcast/exclusive-hurricane-relief-and-unhelpful-news-cycles-feat-chad-prather-thad-bergmeier/ Fri, 25 Oct 2024 21:11:56 +0000 https://abwe.org/?post_type=podcast&p=18718 While the news cycles have moved on from the destruction brought by hurricanes Helene and Milton, those affected by the disasters have not. The quick news cycles forget about the long work of recovery and restoration of people’s lives right here in our backyard. Chad Prather, a musician, comedian, and political commentator and Thad Bergmeier from ABWE’s EveryEthne, join Alex to talk about what is being done in the wake of the hurricanes and how the church is stepping in to pick up the pieces.

To learn more or give, visit abwe.org/hurricanerelief2024.

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

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]]> full 15 1 While the news cycles have moved on from the destruction brought by hurricanes Helene and Milton, those affected by the disasters have not. The quick news cycles forget about the long work of recovery and restoration of people’s lives right here in our backyard. Chad Prather, a musician, comedian, and political commentator and Thad Bergmeier from ABWE’s EveryEthne, join Alex to talk about what is being done in the wake of the hurricanes and how the church is stepping in to pick up the pieces.

To learn more or give, visit abwe.org/hurricanerelief2024.

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

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]]> false no 42:54 No no ‘Diversity’ Is Not Our Strength https://alexkocman.com/podcast/diversity-is-not-our-strength/ Thu, 19 Sep 2024 11:31:56 +0000 https://abwe.org/?post_type=podcast&p=18333 The phrase “Diversity Is Our Strength” may sound nice, but have we considered its implications? Is diversity in religions, cultures, and morals beneficial—or are we trading biblical truth for a slogan?

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]]> full 14 1 The phrase “Diversity Is Our Strength” may sound nice, but have we considered its implications? Is diversity in religions, cultures, and morals beneficial—or are we trading biblical truth for a slogan?

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

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]]> false no 4:15 No no Selling Out and Mission Drift https://alexkocman.com/podcast/selling-out-and-mission-drift/ Wed, 21 Aug 2024 23:44:00 +0000 https://abwe.org/?post_type=podcast&p=17891 Megan Basham’s Shepherds for Sale causes us to ask: Are Christians at risk of compromising their faith for worldly gain? What happens when theological integrity is traded for popularity or relevance? Reflect on whether your ministry and life are truly for Christ—or if they’re being subtly sold out.

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

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]]> full 13 1 Megan Basham’s Shepherds for Sale causes us to ask: Are Christians at risk of compromising their faith for worldly gain? What happens when theological integrity is traded for popularity or relevance? Reflect on whether your ministry and life are truly for Christ—or if they’re being subtly sold out.

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

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]]> false no 6:12 No no Why ‘The End of History’ Isn’t https://alexkocman.com/podcast/why-the-end-of-history-isnt/ Thu, 08 Aug 2024 18:21:50 +0000 https://abwe.org/?post_type=podcast&p=17797 It’s an impossible task to keep up with the constant media cycles of world-ending bad news. But is the world really ending? Has the world already ended? As a Christian, it’s not our job to be watchers of the end times but doers that want to see Christ exalted in the time we have left.

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

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]]> full 12 1 It’s an impossible task to keep up with the constant media cycles of world-ending bad news. But is the world really ending? Has the world already ended? As a Christian, it’s not our job to be watchers of the end times but doers that want to see Christ exalted in the time we have left.

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

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]]> false no 6:30 No no We Live in a Blood-Bought World https://alexkocman.com/podcast/we-live-in-a-blood-bought-world/ Thu, 01 Aug 2024 13:54:52 +0000 https://abwe.org/?post_type=podcast&p=17743 Our salvation was anything but free. A heavy, blood-laden, price has been paid for the world. And yet, Christians seem to forget that fact all too quickly.

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

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]]> full 11 1 Our salvation was anything but free. A heavy, blood-laden, price has been paid for the world. And yet, Christians seem to forget that fact all too quickly.

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

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]]> false no 6:34 No no Terrorism, David French, and Doing Donuts on Pride Flags https://alexkocman.com/podcast/terrorism-david-french-and-doing-donuts-on-pride-flags/ Thu, 27 Jun 2024 18:40:23 +0000 https://abwe.org/?post_type=podcast&p=17504 Christians are being persecuted around the world, sometimes in small ways and sometimes in big ways. What doesn’t help is using others’ suffering as a moment to push an agenda. What Christians need to do is show compassion, kindness, and grace when persecution happens, no matter where in the world it takes place.

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

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]]> full 10 1 Christians are being persecuted around the world, sometimes in small ways and sometimes in big ways. What doesn’t help is using others’ suffering as a moment to push an agenda. What Christians need to do is show compassion, kindness, and grace when persecution happens, no matter where in the world it takes place.

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

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]]> false no 5:40 No no Why You Shouldn’t Consider Foreign Missions https://alexkocman.com/podcast/why-you-shouldnt-consider-foreign-missions/ Thu, 20 Jun 2024 15:02:12 +0000 https://abwe.org/?post_type=podcast&p=17408 The world needs the gospel. But that doesn’t mean that you’re called to missions. Check your motives first before trekking out to the mission field.

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]]> full 9 1 The world needs the gospel. But that doesn’t mean that you’re called to missions. Check your motives first before trekking out to the mission field.

Get our e-book on calling at abwe.org/calling.

Listen to our in-depth conversation/debate on this topic as a Missions Podcast premium subscriber at missionsshow.com/premium.

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

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]]> false no 10:27 No no The Law Amendment, Missions, and Other Sundries https://alexkocman.com/podcast/the-law-amendment-missions-and-other-sundries/ Fri, 24 May 2024 22:11:31 +0000 https://abwe.org/?post_type=podcast&p=17184 The Southern Baptist Convention is voting on the Law Amendment this June in Indianapolis. Can’t Baptists just agree to get along in the name of missions? Or is the Great Commission itself at stake?

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]]> full 8 1 The Southern Baptist Convention is voting on the Law Amendment this June in Indianapolis. Can’t Baptists just agree to get along in the name of missions? Or is the Great Commission itself at stake?

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

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]]> false no 9:56 No no Have Babies, Win Nations https://alexkocman.com/podcast/have-babies-win-the-nations/ Fri, 10 May 2024 11:11:32 +0000 https://abwe.org/?post_type=podcast&p=17053 Should we focus on the family, or the nations? We’re up against demonic “-isms” that hate babies, families, and the nations God made. Thus, we mustn’t treat evangelism as the enemy of having children and building Christian households.

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

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]]> full 7 1 Should we focus on the family, or the nations? We’re up against demonic “-isms” that hate babies, families, and the nations God made. Thus, we mustn’t treat evangelism as the enemy of having children and building Christian households.

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

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]]> false no 7:54 No no The Truth About Christian Nationalism https://alexkocman.com/podcast/the-truth-about-christian-nationalism/ Tue, 30 Apr 2024 15:52:25 +0000 https://abwe.org/?post_type=podcast&p=16975 Christian nationalism is sparking discussions nationwide. But what exactly does it entail? And what should Christians understand about its implications? As we strive to disciple all nations, how does this movement fit into our mission—or does it? Let’s explore what the Bible says about these pressing questions.

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]]> full 6 1 Christian nationalism is sparking discussions nationwide. But what exactly does it entail? And what should Christians understand about its implications? As we strive to disciple all nations, how does this movement fit into our mission—or does it? Let’s explore what the Bible says about these pressing questions.

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]]> false no 6:04 No no Don’t Stop Halfway https://alexkocman.com/podcast/dont-stop-halfway/ Fri, 12 Apr 2024 09:00:00 +0000 https://abwe.org/?post_type=podcast&p=16878 Do you believe only half of what William Carey said? As Christians, if we are going to live on mission, it is time to start #adulting and be brave enough to attempt great things for God.

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

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]]> full 5 1 Do you believe only half of what William Carey said? As Christians, if we are going to live on mission, it is time to start #adulting and be brave enough to attempt great things for God.

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

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]]> false no 6:18 No no The Border Crisis and Missions https://alexkocman.com/podcast/the-border-crisis-and-missions/ Thu, 04 Apr 2024 21:24:21 +0000 https://abwe.org/?post_type=podcast&p=16799 What does the border crisis in the US have to do with missions? Is immigration a gospel issue for Christians? How are Christians to respond and think about our faith as it plays out in the public and political spheres?

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

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]]> full 4 1 What does the border crisis in the US have to do with missions? Is immigration a gospel issue for Christians? How are Christians to respond and think about our faith as it plays out in the public and political spheres?

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

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]]> false no 9:21 No no It’s Not All About Evangelism https://alexkocman.com/podcast/its-not-all-about-evangelism/ Sat, 09 Mar 2024 10:14:54 +0000 https://abwe.org/?post_type=podcast&p=16409 What’s the point of church? Is it to reach the lost? Is the Christian life “evangelism at all costs”? Maybe not.

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

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]]> full 3 1 What’s the point of church? Is it to reach the lost? Is the Christian life “evangelism at all costs”? Maybe not.

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

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]]> false no 5:22 No no In Defense of Fences https://alexkocman.com/podcast/in-defense-of-fences/ Fri, 01 Mar 2024 16:46:38 +0000 https://abwe.org/?post_type=podcast&p=16368 Reaching a changing world for Jesus shouldn’t mean we change what we believe, should it?

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]]> full 2 1 Reaching a changing world for Jesus shouldn’t mean we change what we believe, should it?

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

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]]> false no 5:18 No no Why ‘He Gets Us’ Doesn’t Get Him https://alexkocman.com/podcast/why-he-gets-us-doesnt-get-him/ Fri, 23 Feb 2024 16:35:48 +0000 https://abwe.org/?post_type=podcast&p=16364 The “He Gets Us” ads are everywhere and are supposed to spreading Jesus’ name. But are they really?

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]]> 1 1 The “He Gets Us” ads are everywhere and are supposed to spreading Jesus’ name. But are they really?

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

Learn more about us at abwe.org.

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