Pastors, Protests and Politics! How, When and Why We Decide To Speak Up (God and Government Series)

Pastors, Protests and Politics! How, When and Why We Decide To Speak Up (God and Government Series)

Author: Steve and Mary Alessi | Pastors | Christian Parenting and Marriage Mentors April 8, 2026 Duration: 48:23
Should preachers address political issues from the pulpit? In this episode, Steve and Mary Alessi pull back the curtain on the tension pastors face when faith, politics, and cultural issues collide as they answer this controversial question. You'll learn how political pressure has ramped up since COVID, and what it really means to preach truth without dividing a congregation. Sharing their own convictions, the Alessis reveal why speaking up on certain principles—not just staying silent—matte...

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Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 100

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