2026: The Year Christians Stop Outsourcing Their Calling

<p>Is America on the brink of collapse—and are Christians ready to respond?<br /> Welcome to the first episode of Refining Rhetoric for 2026! As we kick off the new year, host Robert Bortins tackles the pressing issues facing Christian families, homeschoolers, and business owners in an increasingly chaotic world.<br /> In this episode, you'll discover:<br /> •    Why America's $38 trillion debt crisis (which just grew by $1 trillion in 76 days) matters for your family's future<br /> •    The spiritual battle behind cultural conflicts—from controversial elections to shocking legal cases abroad<br /> •    How only 6% of Christians hold a biblical worldview according to Barna research, and what that means for our communities<br /> •    The launch of the new book "Woke and Weaponized" and why understanding the root causes of societal issues is critical<br /> •    Plans for 2026 including discussions on cryptocurrency, bitcoin, and preparing for economic uncertainty<br /> This isn't just another news commentary—it's a call to action for believers to stop outsourcing their God-given responsibilities and start living boldly as ambassadors of Christ in a world that desperately needs the gospel.</p> <p>This episode of <em>Refining Rhetoric</em> is sponsored by: <br /> <em>Woke and Weaponized: How Karl Marx Won the Battle for American Education—And How We Can Win It Back</em> – A new book written by Robert Bortins and Alex Newman. <br /> Discover the shocking truth about how current education reform efforts may actually accelerate the destruction of educational freedom. Through meticulous research, <em>Woke and Weaponized</em> traces the philosophical roots of educational corruption from Robert Owen and John Dewey to critical race theory, while offering practical strategies for families ready to pursue genuine educational independence. Join our exclusive list to be notified the moment it becomes available — plus receive special launch updates and insider information. <br /> <a href="https://robertbortins.com/woke-and-weaponized/">www.WokeAndWeaponized.com</a></p>