Patrick talks about the profound influence good examples set for us, like steering clear of foul language, and how they shape our character. He dives into the challenging decisions parents face regarding their children’s exposure to sensitive educational topics—highlighting the importance of parental guidance. Plus, Patrick examines the sacredness of our speech and the implications of casual profanity on our spiritual life.

• Dan (email) – Is cussing wrong when you are with familiar friends? (00:56)
• Email – Is it okay to name your son “Jesus”? (20:23)
• Sandra – I got a notification from the school about a social studies unit being taught that’s about the civil rights movement and how it has informed other “minority” groups. Should I be worried about what is being taught? (22:20)
• Patrick recommends “Trans: When Ideology Meets Reality” By Helen Joyce, and “Irreversible Damage” by Abigail Shrier
• Jared – Baptism and the hour of death (36:07)
• Ann (email) – I felt that a caller from last week, a woman who converted to Catholicism from being a Jehovah’s Witness, was speaking directly to me (42:54)

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