The Cory Truax Show

My thoughts on the upcoming elections

On this episode:DATING ISSUESI have some theories on how our imaginations — or lack of maturity with them — plus smart phones ruined dating.THE GEN-Z STAREI have a theory about why Gen-Zers tend to look zoned out in real life.

On this episode:CONFLICT WITH IRANI can’t pretend to know how good or bad an idea our conflict with Iran is. I can tell you the American military is probably the most impressive institution in the world right now.BIRTHRATE FACT I learned recently that a large portion of our declining birth rates come from a cratering TEENAGED pregnancy rate and a falling UNWED pregnancy rate.CLEAN YOUR OWN HOUSEFolks on the Right — especially Christians — should be opposing the president’s appointment of Casey means at HHS. She’s literally a Wiccan witch.MUCH MUCH more

A quick update on the show

A hopefully helpful commentary on the events of last week in Minneapolis.

On this Episode:•The Growing Scism on the American Right. I’m on the normie-conservative side.•Venezuela reaction•A bunch more

My latest episode:•Learning new lessons in Ruth•Advent Week of Shalom•Why December 25th for Christmas

On this Episode:•ADVENT BEGINS — I have some thoughts to start the Advent Season•A.I. Regulation that we need.•Much More

On this episode, I’ll give some critique of some recently released economic ideas and try to flesh out some thinking I’ve done about the distinction of “platform” content for Christian’s versus “day-to-day life” evangelism.

Just a quick thought to consider

On this episode:A conservative commentator recently argued that the “the Right” must stop policing itself and just unite to defeat “The Left.” If not, he says, we’ll lose.But is any of that correct?That and much more on this episode

The latest episode of the show.

My reading and brief commentary on Luke 8:1-15

Measuring political violence by the VICTIM doesn’t work. We should measure it by the PERPETRATOR’S motives. I’ll provide a lot of detail on that history.

I’ll explore what actions happening now might be regrettable later.After that, I’ll answer the 11 questions asked of Miss America contestants from this weekend’s pageant.

This is my latest discussion with the formidable Cody Fields, wherein he introduces an interesting thought on Horsheshoe Theory and I give some commentary on ambition.

3 Bible thoughts today.

There’s a ton on this week’s episode, including listener submissions, some tariff talk and a ton more.

On this episode:TEXAS REDISTRICTINGBefore you decide if the breakout over Texas’s redistricting plan is worth the furor, let me provide some history, context, and important facts that you probably don’t know.NYT CRITICIZED CATHOLICS OVER SOCIAL MEDIA INFLUENCERSI have some quick thoughts on the role of using social media for Christian influenceAI RATIONALIST’S MODELThe New York Times recently covered a group of tech employees who have both misgivings and confidence about the AI future. The Times credits them with a clever strategy for influence that mostly just sounds like church.MAN-KEEPINGA Stanford sociologist has a new term for the burdens women carry. I have some responses.

Recently a professor at a Southern Baptist seminary converted to Anglicanism. When you examine it, his story challenges us to ask and answer several questions for ourselves.

On this episode:ADULTEROUS COLDPLAY COUPLEWe all saw that couple. I have criticism for them, of course, but this also serves as a reminder for us to beware of secret sins.DR. JOHN MACARTHUR’S PASSINGI have several thoughts emanating from the pastor’s recent passing.

On this episode:•I have some thoughts on the REACTION to the floods in Texas and how some reveal an idolatry of power and government.•A listener question on pastoral qualification •A quick immigration thought •Which sins appall you?

The latest reading in the Gospel of Luke

EP446: Supreme Court Session Recap | It’s 2025’s Halfway Point | MUCH More

On this episode, I dive in deep on debt, banking, and the contents of the “Big, Beautiful Bill”

ON THIS EPISODE•SBC Annual Meeting — I have some quick thoughts on how to measure success and communicate hope.•Israel vs Iran — This conflict is causing a fissure on the Right. I’ll pick a side.•Attacks in Minnesota — conflicting reports about the assailant offer a lesson about our media intake.•MUCH More

My latest reading in the Gospel of Luke

My latest reading in the Gospel of Luke

On This Episode:•Happy Ascension Day!•More Tips from me on healthy communication•Power Attracts Low-Character Leaders. We’ll need better leaders to pursue power•Much More

Cover to Cover | Luke 7:1-10

On This Episode:THE MENTAL LOAD FOLLOW-UPI heard from several of you on the "mental load." I have some clarifying thoughts.COMMUNICATION IN MARRIAGEThat Mental Load discussion led me to recognize that communication in marriage is fundamental to healthy marriages. I have some pitfalls I've seen and some helpful tips.A COUPLE CHURCH THOUGHTSWhy are worship thoughts so long?How does a church recognize holidays like Memorial Day?

My latest reading in the Gospel of Luke

Our latest Post-Mil discussion.

On This Episode:A LESSON FROM A TREE FALLINGA tree fell in my yard. It elevated some thoughts in me about neighborliness and the blessing of our health.ABUNDANCE vs. AUSTERITYMy entire life, it was the Right that argued for more abundance and Leftism saying we all needed to get by with less. I have some example about how that paradigm is changing as well as asking, "for the Christian, which (abundance or frugality) should be emphasize?PRESCRIPTION EXECUTIVE ORDERThe President says he's going to enforce price controls on pharmaceuticals. Is that a good idea?

On This Episode:CHURCH VS YOUTH SPORTSA listener has an interesting question regarding commitments, promises, youth sports, and church.MARRIAGE THOUGHTPEOPLE STUCK IN TIME

On This Episode:-What is the "mental load," and why are women on the internet complaining about it?-There's a brewing conflict on the Right that Jordan Peterson and Douglas Murray are bringing to light. I'll weigh in.-Owen Strachan with a good word on masculinity.

My Latest Reading in the Gospel of Luke

On This Episode:CHRISTIANITY TODAY EMBARASSES ITSELFThe Magazine recently claimed the Bible never says Jesus was NAILED to a cross. I'll debunk that and tell you why it matters.CATHOLICISM'S MOMENTCatholicism is having a growth spurt. I have a theory on why.TARIFFS HAVE BEEN STUPIDThis administration started with popular ideas. They squandered all that good will with these tariffs, and it's political malpractice.

I've been absent a while. Here's why.

My latest reading in the Gospel of Luke

My latest reading in the Gospel of Luke

My latest reading in the Gospel of Luke

ON THIS EPISODE:HISTORY HIGHLIGHT: PATRICK HENRYYesterday was 250 years since Patrick Henry's "Give me liberty or give me death" speech. His background story one too few people know, and it's inspiring.NYT REVITS THE LOCKDOWNSThe New York Times did an honest lookback at the cost of lockdowns in 2020. It was surprisingly transparent.THE TARIFFS AREN'T WORKINGI have an analogy to help with understanding why the economy could be staggering. MUCH MORE

My latest reading in the Gospel of Luke

On This Episode:NETFLIX'S "ADOLESCENCE"This new show itemizes real problems with modern masculinity, but couldn't offer any solutions. The Biblical Worldview does, though.CHRISTIAN NATIONALISMA prominent Southern Baptist leader reassess the use of the term 3 years after its popularity. I'll share his analysis.

My latest reading in the Gospel of Luke

My latest reading in the Gospel of Luke

My latest reading in the Gospel of Luke

My latest episode is a reflection on the need for contemplation.

Latest Reading in the Gospel of Luke