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July 31, 2023
Title: Having Babies is a GOOD Thing!
Topic: Population Growth
Discussed by Dr. David Ayers
with The Institute for Faith and Freedom (www.FaithAndFreedom.com)
Part 1 of 2
Italy has one of the lowest marriage rates in the world and the percentage of those 65 and older is currently almost double those 14 and under.
Today, Dr. David Ayers discusses why this is so problematic and concerning. Dr. Ayers is the Fellow for Marriage and Family with
The Institute for Faith and Freedom.
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here to read Dr. David Ayers’ op-ed on this topic.
Questions/Issues Discussed:
Did the Pope and the Prime Minister of Italy recently discuss the collapsing birthrate in Italy and elsewhere?
Is the collapsing birthrate in Italy, the US, and elsewhere problematic?
Can a society endure without population growth? Dr. Ayers discusses how massive immigration not only effects the country people are moving to, but also the country they are moving from.
Dr. Ayers has taught marriage and family courses since 1987. How has the mindset about marriage and having children changed over the decades?
Ideally, how many children should women have to maintain a population?
In the recent meeting with the Italy Prime Minister, did the Pope stress procreation within a natural marriage?
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Title: Having Babies is a GOOD Thing!
Topic: Population Growth
Discussed by Dr. David Ayers
with The Institute for Faith and Freedom (www.FaithAndFreedom.com)
Questions/Issues Discussed:
What is the long-term effect when a government promotes having more children outside of traditional marriage?
Can America continue to thrive without a growing population through traditional marriage? Can the society be sustained?
Is it time for the Church to step forward to promote traditional marriage and childbearing together? Dr. Ayers stresses the need for a revival in America, saying: “There is a powerful relationship between serious religious commitment and getting married and having babies.”
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April 10, 2023
Title: Jesus Revolution Presents a Relevant Revival
Topic: Revival in America
Discussed by Dr. David Ayers
with The Institute for Faith and Freedom (www.FaithAndFreedom.com)
Part 1 of 3
Everyone is searching for something – a deeper meaning and purpose to life. What is it they’re searching for? What is the one thing we all need?
Dr. David Ayers recently wrote: “Drug epidemics and overdoses rage, penetrating every racial group and social class, while suicides, mental illnesses, and sexual and gender confusion among young people climb.”
Today, Dr. Ayers discusses the recent explosion on the box office of the movie “Jesus Revolution” and why he believes we are in need of a major revival in America. Dr. Ayers is the Fellow for Marriage and Family with the
Institute for Faith and Freedom.
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here to read Dr. David Ayers’ op-ed on this topic.
Click here for more information about the movie “Jesus Revolution”.
Questions/Issues Discussed:
What was the Jesus Movement that occurred in the late 1960s-1970s?
The day after the Asbury University Revival officially ended, the “Jesus Revolution” movie was released in theaters. Was this a coincidence or ordained by the Maker of the Universe?
During the Jesus Movement, what were the hippies looking and searching for? Dr. Ayers reveals some about his own conversion during the movement…
Did this unplanned spiritual movement lead to the evangelical conversion of millions around the world?
What was the Jesus Movement rooted in? What was its foundation?
Where was America headed before the Jesus Movement? Dr. Ayers remembers a desperate, hopeless place full of riots and division.
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Title: Part 2 of 3 - Jesus Revolution Presents a Relevant Revival
Topic: Revival in America
Discussed by Dr. David Ayers
with The Institute for Faith and Freedom (www.FaithAndFreedom.com)
Questions/Issues Discussed:
Some have compared America at the time of the Jesus Movement to England during
their evangelical revival of the 1700’s, when fire, death, and destruction
cursed the country. Did the Jesus Revolution spare America of a devastating
civil uprising?
People from all walks of life come together during the Jesus Movement. Did they
simply speak a language that many could understand?
Mistakes were made by many during the Jesus Movement. Were these mistakes
overcome?
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Title: Part 3 of 3 - Jesus Revolution Presents a Relevant Revival
Topic: Revival in America
Discussed by Dr. David Ayers
with The Institute for Faith and Freedom (www.FaithAndFreedom.com)
Questions/Issues Discussed:
Are we currently living in a darkness? Dr. Ayers explains why he definitely
believes we are, citing the massive drug epidemic in the country, as well as the
mass shooting which recently took place targeting people of faith who spoke out
against the LGBTQ community.
Can America continue to exist and thrive without another Jesus Movement across
the land? Dr. Ayers reminds us to “Let go and let God.”
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January 12, 2023
Title: It’s A Wonderful Life
Topic: It’s A Wonderful LIfe
Discussed by Dr. David Ayers
with The Institute for Faith and Freedom (www.FaithAndFreedom.com)
Part 1 of 3
Many people have watched the Christmas classic, “It’s a
Wonderful Life”. For many, it is a Christmas tradition.
Dr. David Ayers is the Fellow for Marriage and Family with The Institute for Faith & Freedom. He has written a beautiful tribute to the late Jimmy Stewart, who played George Bailey in the movie.
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here to read Dr. David Ayers’ article on this topic.
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Questions/Issues Discussed:
How was Jimmy Stewart’s life similar to his character, George Bailey, in “It’s a Wonderful Life”?
In real life, how did Jimmy Stewart exemplify good, godly character, with traditional bedrock values? Dr. Ayers explains that Jimmy was not a perfect man, but he did stick to his morals and values.
Are there two very different types of people in America today: ones like George Bailey and ones who are completely opposite?
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Title: Part 2 of 3 - It’s A Wonderful Life
Topic: It’s A Wonderful LIfe
Discussed by Dr. David Ayers
with The Institute for Faith and Freedom (www.FaithAndFreedom.com)
Questions/Issues Discussed:
Why did Dr. Ayers visit the Jimmy Stewart Museum
in Indiana, Pennsylvania?
Did Jimmy Stewart grow up in a working-class family? Dr. Ayers discusses some
of Jimmy’s upbringing…
Jimmy Stewart was an acclaimed movie star before WWII. Why was he originally
denied entry into the military? Did he request an easy or dangerous and
difficult assignment? Did he become a decorate serviceman and hero?
As a result of his service to our country as a bomber pilot, did Jimmy Stewart
suffer from PTSD, including nightmares, for decades?
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Title: Part 3 of 3 - It’s A Wonderful Life
Topic: It’s A Wonderful LIfe
Discussed by Dr. David Ayers
with The Institute for Faith and Freedom (www.FaithAndFreedom.com)
Questions/Issues Discussed:
What are some life take-a-ways from the movie “It’s a Wonderful Life”?
Dr. Ayers responds with this question that Jimmy Stewart often asked: “Has
your life been worthwhile?” He also discusses his respect for Jimmy
Stewart’s commitment to serving his country and being faithful to his family.
Did Jimmy Stewart avoid friendships with those who did not hold to his values
and beliefs? This answer might surprise you!
Terry asks Dr. Ayers a personal question: What does he want on his headstone?
Should more people emulate the morals and values of George Bailey?
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June 30, 2022
Title: Post-Roe: A Call to the Church
Topic: Pro-Life Issues
Discussed by Dr. David Ayers
with The Institute for Faith and Freedom (www.FaithAndFreedom.com)
Dr. David Ayers is the Fellow for Marriage and Family with the
Institute for Faith & Freedom at Grove City College. Today Dr. Ayers gives thanks to all who
have prayed for and worked so hard for the reversal of Roe v Wade. He also
offers some statistics about abortion and what the future looks like for moms,
dads, and babies who need our help.
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read more on this topic from Dr. Ayers.
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here to order a copy of Dr. Ayers’ latest book: “After the Sexual Revolution: Sex and
the Single Evangelical.”
Questions/Issues Discussed:
We have much to be thankful for after years of working, praying, voting, and
lobbying for the life of the unborn. What words of thanks does Dr. Ayers have
for any and all who did something to help save more babies?
Will there be an ever-growing need to care for pregnant women and their babies –
pre-born and after birth? Dr. Ayers encourages pro-life advocates to do more of
what they’ve already been doing.
Is there a need for compassionate ministry for the post-abortive women and men
and even other family members? Dr. Ayers discusses the need for pastors and
pro-life activists to be sensitive to the mental health both women and men
suffer as a result of abortion. However, at the same time, they need to discuss
the sin of abortion, encouraging confession and spiritual restoration.
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Title: Part 2 of 2 - Post-Roe: A Call to the Church
Topic: Pro-Life Issues
Discussed by Dr. David Ayers
with The Institute for Faith and Freedom (www.FaithAndFreedom.com)
Questions/Issues Discussed:
On average, how many Evangelical Protestant women ages 35 to 44 have had an
abortion? 13%
On average, how many Roman Catholic women 35 to 44 have had an abortion? 12%
On average, how many of the women in the above religious groups have had more
than one abortion? 33%
On average, how many women with no religious affiliation have had at least one
abortion? 29%
Does Dr. Ayers believe the number of women who have had at least one abortion is
actually much higher, especially among Evangelicals and Catholics? Dr. Ayers
says: “The more religious they are, the less inclined they are to admit it.”
With abortions so prevalent within the Church, what is the Church doing wrong?
Are pastors too afraid to preach about the issue?
Does God call to those who have sinned into the healing light of His grace and
the love of His people? Dr. Ayers briefly shares part of his testimony…
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January 4, 2022
Title: Why is America So Sad?
Topic: Depression and Wellness
Discussed by Dr. David Ayers
with The Institute for Faith and Freedom (www.FaithAndFreedom.com)
Part 1 of 2
A study by the Harvard Graduate School of Education – based on an October 2020 poll released in February 2021 – deserved widespread media coverage. It got almost none.
Dr. David Ayers discusses this survey today. Dr. Ayers is the Fellow for Marriage and Family with the
Institute for Faith & Freedom at Grove City College.
Click here to read the Harvard study.
Questions/Issues Discussed:
Did the Harvard Graduate School of Education find that Americans are in the midst of a growing epidemic of loneliness?
Have other studies shown that depression has been a serious issue among Americans for years?
Is online communication taking the place of face-to-face interaction?
Do we depend on the warmth and care of others? Dr. Ayers explains how God created us to be social creatures. He also discusses how the pandemic has negatively affected children.
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Title: Part 2 of 2 - Why is America So Sad?
Topic: Depression and Wellness
Discussed by Dr. David Ayers
with The Institute for Faith and Freedom (www.FaithAndFreedom.com)
Questions/Issues Discussed:
Are Americans becoming sadder? Do we have less joy in our lives? Dr. Ayers
reveals more information from the Harvard study linked above…
Are those who enjoy regular association with others usually happier?
Do those who attend religious services regularly usually happier than those who
don’t?
Ecclesiastes discusses “a three-fold cord is not quickly broken”. What
does this mean? Who is the “third cord – the anchor”?
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May 20, 2021
Title: The Church is Slowly Dying
Topic: Church Growth
Discussed by Dr. David Ayers
with The Institute for Faith and Freedom (www.FaithAndFreedom.com)
Part 1 of 2
Many churches of all denominations were already in decline before the COVID-19
Pandemic. Now, even more are suffering. Is there hope for a comeback?
Dr. David Ayers is a fellow for Marriage and Family with the Institute for Faith
& Freedom at Grove City College. Click
here to read more on this topic from Dr. Ayers.
Questions/Issues Discussed:
Are the vital signs of the Church in American troubling?
Are too many people identifying as NONES? What is a NONE? Dr. Ayers offers
several extremely startling statistics.
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Title: Part 2 of 2 - The Church is Slowly Dying
Topic: Church Growth
Discussed by Dr. David Ayers
with The Institute for Faith and Freedom (www.FaithAndFreedom.com)
Questions/Issues Discussed:
Are people attending church less?
Are people committed less to the church?
How do we encourage ourselves and others to double down with commitment to our
church?
Can kids/teens really be a witness in their public schools? Are college-age
young adults equipped to be witnesses?
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