In this special episode, Bunni and Ben lay out the organizational vision for Christians Engaged in the years to come. They talk specifically through the plans for 2025 and into 2026, and share how Christians Engaged will further impact the Body of Christ and our communities and nation.Support Christians Engaged's efforts to educate and empower Chri…

In this special episode, Bunni and Ben share all that God has done in the life of Christians Engaged in 2024. They discuss how our ministry's merger with Family Policy Alliance has made such a positive impact on both of our organizations, and how our prayer and civic engagement programs and resources have expanded and are reaching Christians nation…

In this special episode, Bunni is joined by our Vice President Ben Quine to discuss Christmas and the knowledge of God. Do we as Believers only love the baby Jesus in the manger, or do we also love the Jesus who will one day be coming in the clouds with fire in His eyes? Bunni and Ben discuss how we can pursue the knowledge of God and the fullness …

This episode is part of our series, "1630: Engaging the Next Generation of Leaders", discussing our new young-adult initiative to disciple 16-30 year-olds across our nation to be leaders. In this episode, Bunni is joined by Lea Hernandez, a young local church ministry leader from Baytown, Texas who is a part of our 1630 initiative. Lea went to Wash…

This episode is part of our series, "1630: Engaging the Next Generation of Leaders", discussing our new young-adult initiative to disciple 16-30 year-olds across our nation to be leaders. In this episode, Bunni is joined by Kaedon Kesterson, a young parent and Gen Z business leader from East Texas who is a part of our 1630 initiative on our steerin…

This episode is part of our series, "1630: Engaging the Next Generation of Leaders", discussing our new young-adult initiative to disciple 16-30 year-olds across our nation to be leaders. In this episode, Bunni is joined by Joshua Rayan, a young adult from California, and a key part of our 1630 initiative. Joshua went to Washington, D.C. with us on…

This episode is part of our series, "1630: Engaging the Next Generation of Leaders", discussing our new young-adult initiative to disciple 16-30 year-olds across our nation to be leaders. In this episode, Bunni is joined by the Christians Engaged Young Adult Director, Abby Sexton, to discuss the beginnings of 1630 and our vision to raise up the nex…

This episode is part of our series, "Campaigning for Christians", covering the ins and outs of political campaigns, and how Christians can get involved. In this episode, we're featuring our 'Politics 101' panel discussion from our 2023 Wake Up! Conference. Panelists include, Aamon Ross, Creator of Kingdom in Politics, our Christians Engaged Campaig…

Christians Engaged and Family Policy Alliance Foundation's November 3, 2024 Nationwide Prayer Call for the 2024 Elections.Together, we are awakening and educating the Church to pray, vote, and engage, but we need the Church to also engage within our cities, states, and nation. We are believing for an awakening within the Body of Christ, which will …

This episode is part of our series, "Campaigning for Christians", covering the ins and outs of political campaigns, and how Christians can get involved. In this episode, Bunni is joined by Christians Engaged Advisory Board Member and former Congresswoman, Vicky Hartzler (MO-04). In this discussion, Vicky shares the story of how God called her to pu…

This episode is part of our series, "Campaigning for Christians", covering the ins and outs of political campaigns, and how Christians can get involved. In this episode, Bunni is joined by her former opponent for Congress (now friend), Congressman Lance Gooden (TX-05). Bunni and Lance share a behind the scenes look from their high profile 2018 race…

This episode is part of our series, "Campaigning for Christians", covering the ins and outs of political campaigns, and how Christians can get involved. In this episode, Bunni is joined by a dear friend of the ministry, and courageous voice in the U.S. House, Congressman. Keith Self (TX-03). Prior to serving in Congress, Congressman Self served and…

From Christians Engaged President, Bunni Pounds—a critical message for the American church. In this timely message from the 2024 Christians Engaged Conference, Bunni dives into what she believes is the cause of the apathy we're witnessing not only in the church, but across all leadership in our culture. Using the early Christian church as a guide, …

Coach Joe and Denise Kennedy's powerful and emotional interview recounting their story from the 2024 Christians Engaged Conference.Learn more about Coach Kennedy: https://coachjoekennedy.comLearn about 'Average Joe', the new movie highlighting Coach Kennedy's story: https://averagejoemovie.comStream the full 2024 Christians Engaged Conference: http…

In this special episode, we are joined by Tim Goeglein (Vice President, External and Government Relations for Focus on the Family), to discuss the General Election on November 5, 2024. Tim discusses the scope of the critical choices that Christian voters have to make when casting their ballots not only in the Presidential race, but also in U.S. Hou…

This episode is part of our series, "Wake Up! Replays", featuring replays from our 2023 Wake Up! Conference. In this episode, we feature remarks from former Texas State Representative, Pastor Scott Sanford and Alyssa Brown. In his remarks, Pastor Sanford shares a message to the church from his unique perspective of working both in the government an…

This episode is part of our series, "Wake Up! Replays", featuring replays from our 2023 Wake Up! Conference. In this episode, we feature remarks from Richard Harris, Executive Director at Truth & Liberty Coalition, and he lays out how the Body of Christ should be active in the seven mountains of influence in a culture in order to effectively discip…

This episode is part of our series, "Wake Up! Replays", featuring replays from our 2023 Wake Up! Conference. In this episode, we feature a panel discussion with officials from the federal, state, and county levels of government on the power of public service and prayer for our elected officials. Panelists include, U.S. Congressman Michael Cloud, TX…

This episode is part of our series, "Wake Up! Replays", featuring replays from our 2023 Wake Up! Conference. In this episode, we feature a panel discussion on the importance of discipleship within our families, led by Kevin Freeman, (Host of Economic War Room) and featuring his daughter Madysen, and two other families - the Ralph family and the Loy…

This episode is part of our series, "Wake Up! Replays", featuring replays from our 2023 Wake Up! Conference. In this episode, we feature remarks from Kelly Shackelford, CEO and President of First Liberty Institute and he discusses how due to several recent high-profile Supreme Court decisions, Americans have more religious freedom than we have had …

This episode is part of our series, "Wake Up! Replays", featuring replays from our 2023 Wake Up! Conference. In this episode, we feature remarks from Congressman Michael Cloud, who has represented Texas' 27th Congressional District in the U.S. Congress since being elected in 2018. Congressman Cloud is a man of faith, and in these remarks, he shares…

This episode is part of our series, "Wake Up! Replays", featuring replays from our 2023 Wake Up! Conference. In this episode, we feature an interview with Billy Hallowell, journalist and commentator with the Washington Times and CBN News. Billy has interviewed thousands of people and has authored 3 books and thousands of articles. In this interview…

This episode is part of our series, "Wake Up! Replays", featuring replays from our 2023 Wake Up! Conference. In this episode, we feature powerful remarks from former Congresswoman and former presidential candidate Michele Bachmann, who now serves as Dean of the Robertson School of Government at Regent University. Dean Bachmann's remarks came shortl…

This episode is part of our series, "Wake Up! Replays", featuring replays from our 2023 Wake Up! Conference. In this episode, we feature powerful remarks from Kyle Lance Martin, evangelist and Founder and CEO of Time to Revive. Join us at the 2024 Christians Engaged Conference: https://www.thececonference.orgSupport Christians Engaged's efforts to …

This episode is part of our series, "Carrying a Nation in Prayer", discussing the power of talking to God in simplicity about our nation and for our leaders. In this episode, Energy Chairman in the U.S. House, Congresswoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers (WA-05) shares how she experienced a prayer revival in her own life, and how every person regardless of…

This episode is part of our series, "Carrying a Nation in Prayer", discussing the power of talking to God in simplicity about our nation and for our leaders. In this episode, freshman Congressman Brandon Williams (NY-22) discusses his journey from working as an entrepreneur to serving in Washington, DC, and how the simplicity of the gospel and his …

This episode is part of our series, "Carrying a Nation in Prayer", discussing the power of talking to God in simplicity about our nation and for our leaders. In this episode, the President of Intercessors for America, Dave Kubal, and his wife Kris, Chief Program Officer, talk with Bunni about the power of intercessors for the nation, and how indivi…

This episode is part of our series, "Carrying a Nation in Prayer", discussing the power of talking to God in simplicity about our nation and for our leaders. In this episode, former Congresswoman and current Christians Engaged Advisory Board member Vicky Hartzler joins Bunni to discuss her experiences serving in the state legislature and in Congres…

We are thrilled to share a transformational development with you. The Family Policy Alliance Foundation (FPAF) and Christians Engaged (CE) have united to form a powerful alliance dedicated to advancing biblical values in our nation’s political landscape for generations to come. This merger is a testament to God’s guidance and timing. As we approach…

This episode is part of our series, "The Importance of a Biblical Worldview", discussing the framework through which we see the world. In this episode, speaker and author Jay Richards of The Heritage Foundation shares with Bunni and Ben about his new book with James Robison, Fight the Good Fight. Jay and James covers important cultural issues from …

This episode is part of our series, "The Importance of a Biblical Worldview", discussing the framework through which we see the world.In this episode, Allan Parker, president of The Justice Foundation, shares with Ben about his incredible book, 'Reversing Roe V. Wade and My Journey with Roe, Doe and God', and how the sanctity of human life is a cri…

This episode is part of our series, "The Importance of a Biblical Worldview", discussing the framework through which we see the world.In this episode, U.S. Congressman Michael Cloud (TX-27), an Oral Roberts University graduate and a former media director at his church shares with Bunni and Ben about how his Biblical Worldview was important for his …

This episode is part of our, 'Pitfalls for Christians in Politics' series, discussing how Christians can maintain their witness in the mudslinging world of politics.Today, Bunni is joined by speaker, mobilizer, and abolitionist, Jaco Booyens. In this conversation, Jaco discusses his ministry's work fighting human trafficking and the importance of C…

This episode is part of our, 'Pitfalls for Christians in Politics' series, discussing how Christians can maintain their witness in the mudslinging world of politics.Today, Bunni is joined by Dr. Michael L. Brown, author and host of The Line of Fire Show. In this conversation, Dr. Brown lays out some of his concerns related to the Body of Christ's i…

This episode is part of our, 'Pitfalls for Christians in Politics' series, discussing how Christians can maintain their witness in the mudslinging world of politics.Today, Bunni is joined by Aamon Ross, creator of Kingdom in Politics (Christians Engaged's Campaign School). In this candid conversation, Bunni and Aamon discuss the importance of Chris…

This episode is part of our, 'Pitfalls for Christians in Politics' series, discussing how Christians can maintain their witness in the mudslinging world of politics.Today, Bunni is joined by Congressman Nathaniel Moran (TX-01). Bunni and Congressman Moran discuss the Congressman's faith and career journey from local to the federal government, pitfa…

This episode is part of our, 'Stewarding the Awakening' series, discussing key truths that Christians need to understand in anticipation of the coming moves of God.Today, Bunni is joined by the Honorable Jason Rapert, a former State Senator from Arkansas, founder of the National Association of Christian Lawmakers (NACL), and an ordained minister of…

This episode is part of our, 'Stewarding the Awakening' series, discussing key truths that Christians need to understand in anticipation of the coming moves of God. Today, Bunni is joined by Ken Harrison, CEO of Waterstone Foundation, and the Chairman of PromiseKeepers. Ken has decades in leadership within the Body of Christ, and has witnessed many…

This episode is part of our, 'Stewarding the Awakening' series, discussing key truths that Christians need to understand in anticipation of the coming moves of God. Today, Bunni is joined by Pastor Shane Idleman of Westside Christian Fellowship in southern California. Shane is a bold pastor who is not afraid to speak to the culture, but he has also…

This episode is part of our, 'Stewarding the Awakening' series, discussing key truths that Christians need to understand in anticipation of the coming moves of God. Today, Bunni is joined by Dr. Michael Brown, apologetic, author, and host of The Line of Fire Radio Show. In this conversation, Bunni and Dr. Brown discuss the incredible moves of God t…

This episode is part of our, 'Stewarding the Awakening' series, discussing key truths that Christians need to understand in anticipation of the coming moves of God. Today, Bunni is joined by Jenny Donnelly, founder of the Her Voice Movement and the #DONTMESSWITHOURKIDS rallies. In this conversation, she and Bunni discuss the rallies taking place ac…

This episode is part of our, 'History: Informing the Present' series discussing the importance of understanding history, and how it informs the present day. Today, Bunni is joined by Christians Engaged Secretary, Pastor David Halvorson. David and Bunni are longtime friends through ministry and politics, and they share their story, and discuss why i…

This episode is part of our, 'History: Informing the Present' series discussing the importance of understanding history, and how it informs the present day. Today, Bunni is joined by former US Congressman Louie Gohmert, and he discusses how he came to love history, America's Judeo-Christian heritage, and why history must be taught and preserved.Sup…

Special Episode: This is the recording of the March 20, 2024 meeting of Bunni's Book Club, discussing Bunni Pounds' book, Jesus and Politics: One Woman's Walk with God in a Mudslinging Profession.Bunni is joined by Congressman Chip Roy (TX-21), Lathan Watts (Alliance Defending Freedom), and Lea Patterson (First Liberty Institute).Learn more about J…

This episode is part of our, 'History: Informing the Present' series discussing the importance of understanding history, and how it informs the present day. Today, Bunni is joined by Joseph Backholm, and he discusses the importance of studying history and why a knowledge of the Bible is essential in understanding the past, present, and future.About…

Special Episode: This is the recording of the March 13, 2024 meeting of Bunni's Book Club, discussing Bunni Pounds' book, Jesus and Politics: One Woman's Walk with God in a Mudslinging Profession.Bunni is joined by former Congressman (NY-01) Lee Zeldin, Rev. Rafael Cruz (father of Senator Ted Cruz), and Bibi Loyola (Christians Engaged Board Member)…

This episode is part of our, 'History: Informing the Present' series discussing the importance of understanding history, and how it informs the present day. Today, Bunni is joined by Dr. William J. Federer, and he discusses the responsibility that we have in preserving our nation's history, cautionary tales of leaders and cultures who erase history…

Special Episode: This is the recording of the March 6, 2024 meeting of Bunni's Book Club, discussing Bunni Pounds' book, Jesus and Politics: One Woman's Walk with God in a Mudslinging Profession.Bunni is joined by Kyle Lance Martin (Founder, Time to Revive), her friends, James and Kobi, and Susan Wright (former Congressional candidate and widow of …

This episode is part of our series, 'Loving Books', featuring Christian authors discussing key issues facing the Church and culture at large. Today, Bunni interviews Floyd Brown, founder and publisher of the Western Journal and author of the new book, 'Counter Punch: An Unlikely Alliance of Americans Fighting Back for Faith and Freedom'. They discu…

Special Episode: This is the recording of the February 28, 2024 meeting of Bunni's Book Club, discussing Bunni Pounds' book, Jesus and Politics: One Woman's Walk with God in a Mudslinging Profession. Bunni is joined by her husband, Tim Pounds, former U.S. Congressman, Hon. Jeb Hensarling, Pastor Marty Reid, and Texas State Rep. Matt Schaefer. Learn…