Conversations with Christians Engaged - Hosted by Bunni Pounds and Ben Quine

Artificial intelligence is changing how we work, learn, communicate, and search for truth. But how should Christians respond? In this episode of Conversations with Christians Engaged , part of our Impacting the Culture series, Ben Quine sits down with author and speaker Misty Phillip to discuss AI through a biblical lens. Together, they explore why AI is not neutral, how believers can practice dis...

What does it mean to remember those in prison—and why should Christians care? In this episode of Conversations with Christians Engaged , Ben Quine sits down with Heather Rice-Minus, President and CEO of Prison Fellowship, to discuss the biblical call to justice, mercy, and restoring lives through the hope of the gospel. Heather shares how Prison Fellowship is serving incarcerated men and women, su...

What does it take to restore a culture in crisis? In this episode of Conversations with Christians Engaged , Ben Quine sits down with author, speaker, and Family Policy Alliance Foundation board member Tim Goeglein to discuss his new book, What Really Matters: Restoring a Legacy of Faith, Freedom, and Family . Tim shares a hopeful vision for America’s future while addressing marriage, family, the...

What if one of the most impactful ways to advance biblical values isn't through politics—but through the everyday decisions you make with your money? In this special post–America Reads the Bible episode, Bunni Pounds is joined by Scott Coburn, Chief Marketing Officer of Patriot Mobile, to discuss stewardship, faithful citizenship, and how Christians can support organizations that align with their...

What if the largest sporting event in the world became one of the greatest Gospel opportunities of our lifetime? In this episode of Conversations with Christians Engaged , Ben Quine sits down with pastor, evangelist, author, and former professional soccer player Jesse Bradley to discuss the power of sharing your faith and why believers should boldly engage the culture for Christ. Jesse shares his...

This conversation is the heart behind Christians Engaged. In one of the most personal episodes we’ve ever recorded, Bunni Pounds and Tony Perkins reflect on why believers must be grounded in the Word of God before anything else — before politics, policy, or cultural influence. Christians Engaged was founded on this conviction: discipleship must come before civic engagement, and lasting transformat...

What does it take to rebuild a broken nation? In Part 2 of this conversation on Nehemiah, Bunni Pounds and Ben Quine unpack the strategy, opposition, revival, and leadership lessons behind rebuilding a nation. From inspecting the walls to mobilizing the people, Nehemiah’s story is a powerful reminder that godly leadership requires prayer, courage, wisdom, and perseverance. Bunni also shares from h...

America doesn’t just need better politics — America needs courageous leaders. In this powerful episode, Bunni Pounds and Ben Quine unpack the leadership lessons of Nehemiah and why his story still matters for believers today. From prayer and fasting to courage, strategy, humility, and rebuilding a broken nation, Nehemiah’s example offers a biblical blueprint for leadership in difficult times. Bunn...

What happens when the Word of God takes center stage in a nation? In this special recap episode, Bunni Pounds and Ben Quine go behind the scenes of America Reads the Bible —a historic week that reached millions, united believers across denominations, and sparked powerful moments of worship, salvation, and revival. From 3 million streams to unforgettable stories of lives changed, this conversation...

What does it look like to live out the Gospel in a world that feels increasingly divided and hopeless? In this episode of Conversations with Christians Engaged , Ben Quine sits down with Heather Wilson, co-founder of GiveSendGo, to talk about generosity, freedom, and the power of sharing the hope of Jesus in life’s hardest moments. From helping families in crisis to standing for free speech in the...

What happens when someone encounters the living presence of God—and everything changes? In this powerful conversation, Ben Quine sits down with Elizabeth Woning, co-founder of Changed Movement, to share her journey from embracing an LGBTQ identity to experiencing a life-altering relationship with Jesus Christ. Through a deeply personal testimony, Elizabeth shares how Scripture, the love of God, an...

In this episode of Conversations with Christians Engaged , Bunni Pounds sits down with Matt Potter, co-founder of Pray.com, to explore how God is using technology to ignite a global movement of prayer and Scripture engagement. From a powerful personal adoption story to building one of the largest faith-based platforms in the world, Matt shares how obedience to God can transform everyday skills int...

The Church does not need more casual Christianity—we need courage, reverence, and the Word of God. In this episode of Conversations with Christians Engaged – Bible Revival for America 250 , Bunni Pounds sits down with Ken Harrison , CEO of WaterStone, to discuss why public reading of Scripture is essential for spiritual renewal in America. Ken shares his powerful journey from law enforcement and b...

In this episode of Conversations with Christians Engaged: Bible Revival for America 250 , Bunni Pounds is joined by Dr. Carlos Campo , CEO and President of the Museum of the Bible , for a powerful conversation on Scripture, freedom, and America’s spiritual future. Dr. Campo shares his personal story, his family’s connection to Cuba and the meaning of liberty in America, and how God led him from a...

In this episode of Conversations with Christians Engaged , Bunni Pounds is joined by Mike and Carrie Pickett of Andrew Wommack Ministries and Charis Bible College for a powerful conversation on discipleship, biblical unity, and the life-changing power of Scripture. As part of our Bible Revival for America 250 series , Mike and Carrie share their journey from missions in Russia to helping lead a gl...

Pastor Sammy Rodriguez joins Conversations with Christians Engaged for a timely discussion on spiritual awakening in America. In this episode: The launch of Cristianos Involucrados The growing hunger for truth in the next generation Truth and love in the public square Repentance, revival, and reformation Why America Reads the Bible (April 18–25, 2026) matters now As America approaches 250 years, t...

America doesn’t need passive believers — it needs courageous Christians who know their rights and are willing to rebuild. In this episode of Conversations with Christians Engaged , Andrea Justus of First Liberty Institute joins Bunni Pounds to discuss Restoring Faith in America — a bold initiative equipping everyday believers to go on the offense for religious liberty following the historic Coach...

Pastor Allen Jackson joins Conversations with Christians Engaged for a timely and deeply encouraging conversation on why the Bible is the foundation for spiritual renewal in America . As part of our Bible Revival for America 250 series, Pastor Allen shares his personal journey to faith, the discipline of reading Scripture daily, and why believers must carry a biblical worldview into their homes, c...

Bunni Pounds welcomes Jenny Donnelly, founder of Her Voice Movement and Don’t Mess With Our Kids USA , for a powerful conversation on prayer, biblical discipleship, and the Bible revival sweeping America. As the nation approaches its 250th anniversary, Jenny shares why God’s Word must be restored in homes, churches, and public life—and how America Reads the Bible is helping raise a praying generat...

In this Bible Revival for America 250 conversation, Bunni Pounds welcomes Bill Abbott, CEO of Great American Media and the production partner behind streaming America Reads the Bible on Great American Pure Flix. Bill explains why reading Scripture publicly—Genesis to Revelation—can be a unifying, history-shaping moment for America as we approach the 250th anniversary of our founding, and why famil...

Troy Miller , President & CEO of the National Religious Broadcasters (NRB) , joins Bunni Pounds and Ben Quine for a timely conversation on what the Church needs most in this next season: courage , unity , and a return to Scripture . As part of the Bible Revival for America 250 series, Troy shares why America Reads the Bible is more than an event—it’s a catalyst for spiritual renewal across our...

Why does the Bible matter for America’s future? As our nation approaches its 250th birthday , Tim Barton , President of WallBuilders , joins Bunni Pounds for a powerful conversation on why returning to Scripture is essential for believers, leaders, and the next generation. In this episode, they discuss: As we approach America’s 250th year, this is a call to rebuild what has been torn down — beginn...

What happens when believers choose Christ over career — and place the Word of God at the center of everything? In this powerful episode, Bunni Pounds sits down with Cameron & BJ Arnett — stars of The Forge and national spokespeople for @AmericaRTBible — to share their remarkable journey of obedience, surrender, and calling the nation back to Scripture. Together, they talk about: Why the Bible...

As the United States nears its 250th birthday, the Church faces a defining moment. In the first episode of Bible Revival for America 250 , Bunni Pounds is joined by Dr. Kyle Lance Martin of Time to Revive to explore why America’s renewal must begin with God’s Word. From personal discipleship to national repentance, this conversation unpacks the power of Scripture to transform hearts, families, and...

What happens when Christians choose faithfulness over fear — and stewardship over silence? In the final episode of our FPA: Building a Movement series, Ben Quine sits down with Craig DeRoche, CEO of Christians Engaged parent ministry, Family Policy Alliance, to reflect on the spiritual foundations of this movement and why seeking first the Kingdom of God must shape how believers live, lead, and en...