Can the church be relevant in our politically-charged, fact-distorted world? That's the critical question we grapple within our latest episode. As America teeters on the brink of another election, we dive headfirst into the pressing issues our nation faces: economic struggles, high taxes, political conflict, and an unsettling rise of 'alternative facts'. Drawing from the parable of the wheat and the tares in Matthew, Chapter 13, we examine its relevance to our current society, dissecting how it explains the coexistence of good and evil, truth and lies. The series of chaos, confusion, and misinformation normally associated with election periods cannot be overlooked. As such, we venture into the necessity of the church standing as a beacon of truth amidst the noise, providing clarity where uncertainty reigns. Our spiritual and personal growth must not be passive, but rather, proactive and engaged to make this world a better place. This episode challenges not just ourselves but you, our listeners, to not only educate yourselves but engage in conversations, seek unity in these divisive times, and ultimately make sense of the complexities of our time through the lens of faith. Connect with Lionel: _____________________ Website: chaptalk.org Instagram: @LionelBailey X: @Lionelabailey YouTube: Words for Change Podcast Email: [email protected] Marriage Consultations for Young Couples: [email protected] Videos you will like: ___________________________ https://youtu.be/B1zJ7Nurm7M?si=NsHoFcHaBbJOWK4F https://youtu.be/v0ZfCwthrk4?si=WpGCuok991zn1SlX https://youtu.be/e3iOSiyJywM?si=KnwQpkw1Z0h1Uurc Apple Podcast: __________________ Subscribe and leave a review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/words-for-change-podcast/id1594988934 Live Stream Product: ____________________________ This Live Stream is powered by Ecamm Live: https://www.ecamm.com/mac/ecammlive/?fp_ref=lionel11 Podcast Host Site https://www.buzzsprout.com/1906611/support Editing Software: Fcpx Support the show