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The Briefing with Albert Mohler

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Cultural Commentary from a Biblical Perspective

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This is The Briefing, a daily analysis of news and events from a Christian worldview.

On today’s edition of The Briefing, Dr. Mohler discusses the 25-year anniversary of 9/11, Americans in a situation of war undergirded by the theology of Islam, 9/11... more

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This is The Briefing, a daily analysis of news and events from a Christian worldview.

On today’s edition of The Briefing, Dr. Mohler discusses a Colorado school district at war with the Trump Administration over its transgender agenda, Mount Sinai’s ... more

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This is The Briefing, a daily analysis of news and events from a Christian worldview.

Part I (00:13 – 10:26)

The Rise of the AfD in Germany: Far Right Party in Germany Wins in State Election, Raising Big Issues and Signaling Political Warfare Across ... more

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This is The Briefing, a daily analysis of news and events from a Christian worldview.

Part I (00:13 – 12:52)

The Lindsay Clancy Case Goes to Mistrial: There are Massive Worldview Issues Here, But For the Sake of Justice, a Mistrial is Not Necessarily... more

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Albert Mohler
Host of The Briefing; prominent Christian theologian and public intellectual; leads worldview-driven commentary across current events.

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 12.5k ratings
  • My favorite podcast

    I very much appreciate and enjoy the briefing and Mr Mohler’s commentary on current events. Thank you so much!

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    LionsLatte
    United States3 months ago
  • Quit listening after 7 years as a daily listener

    In the beginning I was very blessed by this podcast and felt like Dr Mohler was circumspect about staying clear of politics and sticking to Biblical values on subjects. While I never expected him to directly criticize the President, it became increasingly clear that he was trying to whitewash him. In a word Dr Mohler seems to have been swept up in Christian Nationalism instead of being Biblical. I hate to criticize him because he has encouraged me many times. But this Spring I just started t... more

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    68 times around the sun
    United States3 months ago
  • Brilliant!

    The only podcast you need to help you think Biblically about this crazy world in which we live.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Terry Templeton
    United States5 months ago
  • Always a great perspective

    I rely on Dr Mohler to highlight the key news story and bringing a Christian perspective. Dr Mohler is a machine - not sure how he can be so prolific.

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    Doug 9999
    United States5 months ago
  • Disappointed

    The level of hypocrisy is really astounding

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    Alfredo246
    United States5 months ago

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Critics sometimes feel the commentary leans too political; some say it mirrors partisan rhetoric more than biblical analysis.
Many listeners describe it as a reliable daily briefing that helps them think biblically about news.

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Friday, September 4, 2026
Q: Why do so many Christians who are actively fighting back against the culture appear to be reform-related, and does reformed theology naturally lead to stronger cultural engagement?
The host contends that Reformed theology emphasizes creation-order responsibilities (marriage and family) alongside evangelism, suggesting that reform traditions legitimately equip Christians for cultural engagement rather than replacing evangelism with social activism.
Friday, September 4, 2026
Q: Is socialism inherently wrong or merely dysfunctional in practice because of fallen human nature, and how does that relate to biblical teaching about the kingdom of Christ?
The host argues that in the age to come there will be an economy that is perfectly aligned with God's justice, but in the current fallen world private property and a righteous economy are affirmed, making pure socialism an inadequate model for the Kingdom of Christ.
Friday, August 28, 2026
Q: What are Christians supposed to think about the idea of a surveillance state and the proliferation of tracking technologies?
The host acknowledges legitimate uses for public safety but warns about the danger of technodeterminism and the potential for abuse, urging Christians to think theologically and practically about privacy, justice, and the limits of state power in a world where surveillance technologies are becoming ubiquitous.
Friday, August 28, 2026
Q: You have talked a lot about surrogate mothers. If a biblical couple cannot have children, is it wrong for them to consider surrogate mothers?
The host explains that Christian moral reasoning involves both explicit prohibitions and deeper biblical principles; while there is no single verse that bans surrogacy, there are complex ethical considerations about bringing in an outside mother and the sourcing of gametes, requiring thoughtful discernment aligned with biblical teach­ing on marriage, family, and the sanctity of life.
Friday, August 21, 2026
Q: Is socialism even compatible with Islam?
There are elements of socialist economy that might align with certain aspects of Islam, but fundamentally Islam is theistic whereas classical socialism comes from a different direction; secular socialism would eventually collide with Islamic theology, though some liberal or Islamic-socialist thinkers exist on the fringes.

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