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The Church’s Role in America’s Future

An episode of Conversations with Christians Engaged — a podcast dedicated to helping believers continue walking in faith while navigating the muddy ways of politics and culture.

By The Stream Published on June 22, 2025

In this 42-minute episode of the summer series recapping the 2024 Christians Engaged Conference, Conversations with Christians Engaged brings two more great messages on Christians’ role in America.

First, Craig DeRoche emphasizes the vital role Christians must take in praying, voting, and engaging in the public square to uphold biblical values in our culture and government. He reminds us that the Church is the key to addressing America’s challenges, calling believers to step forward with boldness and unity. Listen as he shares his Forrest Gump-style journey through American politics and the powerful realization that Christians Engaged is building the most effective movement of its kind in the nation today.

Then, Jonathan Saenz brings a passionate Texas perspective, emphasizing the foundational principles of faith, family, and freedom that define the state and our nation. From his early advocacy at the Texas Capitol to his ongoing work defending pro-life and religious liberty laws, Saenz challenges Christians to “show up” and be equipped to engage effectively in the political process. Drawing from Scripture and personal experience, he encourages believers not to fear opposition but to stand firm with courage and truth.

Watch this week’s episode above or listen to it in your favorite podcast app. And join us next week for another episode of Conversations with Christians Engaged.

Meanwhile, it’s never too late to take the Pledge to Pray, Vote, and Engage!