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Discussions and debates with top newsmakers about the most controversial and interesting issues impacting California, hosted by FOX 11’s Elex Michaelson and airing on several TV stations across the state.
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The church in America today generally communicates with the culture in one of two ways. Either we preach the gospel without regard to the cultural and personal context, or we simply react defensively to the symptomatic cultural ills. Therefore, God often comes across as largely irrelevant to the everyday life of the average American. Consequently, the culture ends up regarding us, along with God, as out of touch or, even worse, dangerous. In light of this, if the Bible is true, and God reall ...
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Is it ever okay to publicly criticize another Christian? Some say it’s always a sin because it harms the unity of the Body of Christ. But that would mean the Apostle Paul was wrong when he publicly rebuked Peter. In this episode of the God is the Issue Podcast, Brad Bright explores: Why we should attack ideas, not people How to balance truth and un…
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Where do our human rights really come from—God or government? Brad Bright exposes the dangerous logic behind Senator Tim Kaine’s recent statement that our rights come from government, not the Creator. Using history, the Founding Fathers’ intent, and practical examples, Brad reveals why rights that originate with politicians are not true rights at a…
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Charlie Kirk is gone. What comes next? Brad Bright, for the first time, publicly reveals an event that occurred over 40 years ago that contributed to much of the political violence today. Then, looking at history, he makes a prediction about the long-term consequences of Charlie’s murder. The next phase of the culture war has begun. But the real wa…
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Words matter. YOUR words matter. From political rhetoric to everyday profanity, our words reveal more about our hearts than we often realize. Even secular think tanks like Third Way understand the power of language to influence. If words matter that much in politics, how much more do they matter in our walk with Jesus? In this episode of the God is…
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Another tragic school shooting has rocked our nation—this time at a Catholic school in Minneapolis. 2 children dead. 14 injured. Families shattered forever. But the real question is: what is the root cause of gun violence? Is it really about guns, or is it something much deeper—something in the human heart? In this episode of the God is the Issue P…
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In our hate-driven culture, the enemies of God seem to take delight in offending Christians. Unfortunately, followers of Jesus often take the bait. We react in anger. We hate the sin, but we often fail to love the sinner. Why is that? In today’s podcast, Brad Bright exposes the lie many Christians believe regarding how to love our enemies and those…
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Is the church in America truly ready for God to send revival? Brad Bright believes the seeker-focused church movement—though well-intentioned—has weakened the church. By sanitizing God’s truth in the name of love, many churches have made God “safe” instead of sacred. In this episode of the God is the Issue Podcast, Brad unpacks: ✅ The dangers of se…
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What is one of Satan’s MOST effective lies? It’s the one that paralyzes many believers, whispering that they can’t make a difference in our broken culture. In this episode of the God Is the Issue Podcast, Brad Bright shares powerful, real-life stories of ordinary people whose small acts of faith transformed lives—and in some cases, history. You’ll …
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"The greatest tragedy in life is when we stop talking to God." But what’s the second greatest tragedy? In this episode, Brad Bright explores the deep connection between the Great Commandment and the Great Commission—highlighting how failing to talk to our neighbor shuts the door on gospel transformation. From Jesus’ radical choice of disciples like…
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Democratic candidate for California Governor, Stephen Cloobeck joins us in our studio. Elex is also joined by the chair of the Democratic National Committee, Ken Martin, sits down for an exclusive interview about redistricting & the party's challenges at the polls.על ידי The Issue Is
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Democratic candidate for California Governor, Stephen Cloobeck joins us in our studio. Elex is also joined by the chair of the Democratic National Committee, Ken Martin, sits down for an exclusive interview about redistricting & the party's challenges at the polls.על ידי The Issue Is
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Is Cru (Campus Crusade for Christ) losing its focus? In this compelling and honest episode, Brad Bright (son of Bill & Vonette Bright) shares his firsthand experience at the recent Cru25 Staff Trainingand his robust optimism for the future of Cru under new president David Robbins. Meet David and Meg Robbins, discover why Brad believes "the best is …
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Was Jesus the master of spin? In this provocative episode of the God Is the Issue podcast, Brad Bright reveals how Jesus didn’t merely answer questions—He reframed them. Drawing comparisons to modern political rhetoric, Brad shows how Jesus used shrewd communication not to deceive, but to reveal truth and expose darkness. If you want to learn how t…
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Can a woman be both a Christian and a feminist? In this compelling episode of the God is the Issue Podcast, Brad Bright shares personal stories about his mother, Vonette Bright—co-founder of Campus Crusade for Christ—and tackles the controversial question: Was she a feminist? Through firsthand accounts and historical context, Brad highlights Vonett…
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Fuller Theological Seminary just affirmed the biblical definition of marriage — but in the same breath, undermined its very foundation by elevating "lived experience" over God's Word. In this episode of the God is the Issue Podcast, Brad Bright exposes the subtle rhetorical shift that threatens core Christian doctrines like the virgin birth, miracl…
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In the Hobbit movie, The Desolation of Smaug, there is scene with a powerful message many of us have missed. Although Brad doesn’t think it was intended to show us the key to resisting the enemy, it does so none the less. If resisting sin will never get us where we want to go, what will? Let’s look at the scene with Bard the Bowman, his son and the…
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Join Brad Bright on the "God is the Issue Podcast" as he tackles the prickly topic of illegal immigration through the biblical lens of never compromising truth and never compromising love—upholding the law while showing compassion. Brad critiques the use of “Guilt Trip Theology” by many Christians to manipulate other Christians and exposes the high…
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In this episode of God is the Issue, Brad Bright dives deep into the cultural conversation around Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and exposes the half-truth that’s dividing the Church and our nation. Is unity really achieved by fixating on our differences? Or is there a better way—God’s way—that leads to true reconciliation and lasting peace…
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Sen. Alex Padilla (D – Calif.) discusses President Donald Trump's first 100 days in office. In a panel discussion, Areva Martin and Jennifer Horn also weighs in on Trump's second term, in addition to discussing Kamala Harris' return to the national spotlight.על ידי The Issue Is
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Jesse Waters showed clips of people being asked about Easter. Their answers were astonishing. In this episode Brad Bright talks about Americans view Easter and how Christians can creatively turn this problem into an exciting opportunity! From chalk art to dinosaurs, Santa kneeling at the manger to personal stories, and from faith conversations to l…
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In this episode of God is the Issue, Brad Bright addresses a controversial claim made by Ray Comfort, who labeled Bill Bright’s iconic gospel tract, The Four Spiritual Laws, as a “false gospel.” Was Ray Comfort right? Brad offers a heartfelt yet firm response, providing biblical context, theological clarity, and personal insights into the legacy of…
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In this compelling episode Brad Bright confronts the alarming rise of political violence in America and its unsettling intersection with faith. Targeting Christians seeking to understand how their beliefs relate to today’s tumultuous political landscape, Bright explores shocking statistics that reveal a troubling acceptance of violence among those …
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We sit down with Former California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger at the USC campus to discuss his environmental efforts, California's wildfires, his son Patrick's appearances on "The White Lotus," and Schwarzenegger's recent role as Santa Claus.על ידי The Issue Is
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I promise, this is going to surprise a lot of Christians. We’ve all heard the phrase: “Hate the sin but love the sinner.” But do we truly understand why God hates sin so passionately? Most Christians think it's simply because sin offends His holiness—but there's a much deeper, more personal reason. In this episode of the God is the Issue Podcast, B…
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Standing at his father’s grave, Brad Bright shares the greatest lesson he learned from his dad—one that every Christian needs to hear. In this powerful episode of the God is the Issue podcast, Brad reflects on faith, freedom, and the daily choice to serve Jesus. Through personal stories and biblical wisdom, he unpacks why we are all slaves to somet…
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Jesus used two primary tools of persuasion. Unfortunately, many Christians use only one. In today’s podcast Brad shares a personal story about abortion to illustrate the importance of incorporating both. Exploring the intersection of faith, emotion and logic, he illustrates how arguments from emotion often trump rational debate. In a society that f…
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The future of Western civilization depends on knowing the answer to a question most of us aren’t even asking. Dr. John Lennox once said we live in a culture of non-thinkers. Brad asked him how thinkers can communicate with non-thinkers. His answer was disappointing and sent Brad on a fifteen-year quest to discover the answer. Today, Brad discusses …
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This week, Gov. Gavin Newsom released his first podcast in the "This is Gavin Newsom" series. It features an interview with Charlie Kirk. In it, the Governor agrees with Kirk that it is unfair for those born male to compete in female sports. Then, we travel to South Los Angeles to sit down with President Trump's new Secretary of Housing and Urban D…
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