In episode 233, we dive into the intricate relationship between faith and politics, exploring how faith should inform our political views while examining the pitfalls that arise when politics dominate our faith. We also address the challenges that emerge when political ideologies overshadow our faith principles. From divisiveness and polarization to the dangers of dogmatism and exclusion, we explore the potential pitfalls of allowing politics to dictate our religious convictions. We also react to different clips of Charlie Kirk and Greg Locke who seem to be allowing their politics to dominate their faith. But you be the judge and let us know what you think! Also, we read and react to LISTENER FEEBACK! Our aim is to foster understanding, promote dialogue, and inspire listeners to approach the intersection of faith and politics with wisdom and discernment. We were joined by Brian Lockridge of Girl Dad USA. He's a very thoughtful man and we really benefitted from talking to him! We fo
In episode 233, we dive into the intricate relationship between faith and politics, exploring how faith should inform our political views while examining the pitfalls that arise when politics dominate our faith. We also address the challenges that emerge when political ideologies overshadow our faith principles. From divisiveness and polarization to the dangers of dogmatism and exclusion, we explore the potential pitfalls of allowing politics to dictate our religious convictions. We also react to different clips of Charlie Kirk and Greg Locke who seem to be allowing their politics to dominate their faith. But you be the judge and let us know what you think! Also, we read and react to LISTENER FEEBACK! Our aim is to foster understanding, promote dialogue, and inspire listeners to approach the intersection of faith and politics with wisdom and discernment. We were joined by Brian Lockridge of Girl Dad USA. He's a very thoughtful man and we really benefitted from talking to him! We fo
You can find Karen at www.karenruthshock.com. She has written a book through Quoir Publishing and is currently working on her second book, due out this year. Karen is the co-host of this podcast, Honoring the Journey. You can find her book here. She is also on Facebook , Instagram and X. She would love to connect with you! Karen Shock is best known for her ability to share her most vulnerable thoughts and questions about God, Theology, and just life in general. Even though she has dealt with so much anxiety in her fifty-four years of life, she has no fear when it comes to speaking out about the hard stuff. Her book, Too Much and Not Enough (sacred thoughts said out loud) came out in April of 2023, and she is working on the sequel Holding On and Letting Go which will be released sometime in 2024. Karen and her husband currently reside in Fort Wayne, Indiana. They have four pretty fantastic children and five beautiful grandchildren. Honoring the Journey is co-hosted by Leslie Nease and K