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New Persuasive Words

New Persuasive Words

By: Scott Jones & Bill Borror
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 New Persuasive Words is a sharp and insightful podcast that dissects the intersections of culture, politics, and theology with intellectual rigor and a conversational ease. Hosted by Scott Jones and Bill Borror, the show offers a thoughtful examination of contemporary issues, blending humor, historical perspective, and philosophical depth. With a keen eye for nuance and a willingness to challenge conventional wisdom, New Persuasive Words invites listeners into a space where ideas are tested, assumptions are questioned, and meaningful dialogue thrives.© 2025 Scott Jones & Bill Borror Christianity Politics & Government Spirituality
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  • Episode 379: The Freedom of Letting Go: Surrender, Sacrifice, and the Culture of Control

    Episode 379: The Freedom of Letting Go: Surrender, Sacrifice, and the Culture of Control
    Oct 10 2025
    In this episode of New Persuasive Words, Bill and Scott unpack Chapter 3 of Richard Rohr’s Breathing Under Water (https://www.amazon.com/Breathing-Under-Water-Spirituality-Twelve/dp/0281080909), where Rohr draws a powerful contrast between surrender and sacrifice. They explore why authentic transformation begins not in striving or control, but in letting go—and how that truth speaks to more than personal faith. In a culture addicted to performance, outrage, and winning, Rohr’s call to surrender offers a radical alternative. This episode dives deep into what it means to live freely—in our spiritual lives, our politics, and our public culture.
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    34 mins
  • Episode 378: The Case Against The Case For Christian Nationalism

    Episode 378: The Case Against The Case For Christian Nationalism
    Oct 8 2025
    In this episode of New Persuasive Words, Scott and Bill dive into Kevin DeYoung’s review of Stephen Wolfe’s The Case for Christian Nationalism for The Gospel Coalition. They unpack Wolfe’s vision of a distinctly Christian nation—its emphasis on cultural Christianity, civil authority, and national identity—and weigh it against DeYoung’s sharp theological and historical critiques. Is Christian nationalism a faithful response to cultural decline, or a distortion of the gospel’s public implications? With wit and depth, the hosts explore what it really means to seek the common good in a pluralistic society and whether the church’s power should ever be political. You can find the article we reference by Kevin DeYoung. (https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/reviews/christian-nationalism-wolfe/)
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    32 mins
  • Episode 377: When Persuasion Fails

    Episode 377: When Persuasion Fails
    Oct 3 2025
    A new NPR–Marist poll shows rising acceptance of political violence, distrust in institutions, and deep divides over truth itself. In this episode, we confront the cultural, spiritual, and theological stakes of a society where persuasion is breaking down. What happens when violence replaces discourse? And what resources—religious, moral, and communal—can help us reclaim a shared life before it’s too late?
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    34 mins
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