Chapters:

(00:00) The Compass is the radio show. Navigating the public square together with faith, truth and conviction

(01:24) Debbie remembers having a birthday in the summer when there was no school

(02:09) We talk about iVoterGuide questionnaire and how voters should use it

(03:23) Candidates will complain our questionnaires are too long

(08:38) Panelists use questionnaire to help voters pick between candidates in primaries

(13:47) There are several questions on abortion that are open to interpretation. Let's talk about some of those. Well, like, uh, there's a

(16:12) We have questions about the economy on our questionnaire

(17:40) ABCD questionnaire asks candidates about health care, education and immigration

(22:34) I think these school board races, I cannot tell you how important they are

(23:29) School board races are decided by so few people, uh, registered voters

(24:52) It's time, um, for election updates, especially during this primary season

✍️ Episode References

iVoterGuide
https://ivoterguide.com 

American Family Association
https://afa.net 

AFR App
https://afr.net 

Chapters:

(00:00) Rick Beggs and Debbie Wuthnow welcome you to the Compass

(00:56) We have a question questionnaire on iVoterGuide that voters answer

(01:56) How do you find 13, 15,000 candidates their email addresses

(06:52) Our average is probably 30 to 40% of candidates who answer the questionnaire

(09:27) We have judicial surveys and school board surveys and education surveys

(15:05) School board races are important because it affects the next generation of Americans

(19:38) We start updating the questionnaire way before where you. So every cycle. Before you're thinking about the next election cycle

(24:23) Get your name on ivoterguide's list

(25:06) Tuesday, August 11, there will be six primary elections across the country

✍️ Episode References

iVoterGuide
https://ivoterguide.com/ 

Debbie Wuthnow
https://ivoterguide.com/about 

Rick Beggs
https://ivoterguide.com/about 

Conversation Conference
https://conversationconference.com/ 

00:00 - Welcome back to the Compass. Debbie is the president of iVoterGuide

00:49 - iVoterGuide sends out a questionnaire to candidates ahead of primaries

08:57 - Our philosophy is to look more at actions than at rhetoric

09:39 - Candidates get an opportunity to quality control questionnaire before it goes public

11:21 - There are people on the campaign trail who will recommend candidates not answer survey

16:23 - So I guess let me give a brief timeline of how we create voter guides

19:43 - iVoterGuide is looking for volunteers to help with its ratings

22:51 - You have to apply, you have to answer the leadership survey

24:13 - We have 30 plus questions for candidates to answer on our questionnaire

25:21 - The primaries are getting ready to wrap. Elections are ramping back up

✍️ Episode References

iVoterGuide
https://ivoterguide.com 

American Family Radio
https://afr.net 

Chapters:

(00:00) We bring in Brent Austin to reminisce over our last three shows

(03:04) Last week we talked about character and winability in the primaries

(09:13) Last week we talked about character; today we're talking about winability

(10:07) For a candidate to have a chance of winning, they need fundraising

(14:24) Another good gauge of whether a candidate has a chance to win is endorsements

(18:00) Do you have a path to victory? A lot of candidates don't

(20:41) Many times during primaries and runoff elections, text messages encourage voters to vote

(22:27) Debbie: Elections are coming up this week across the country

✍️ Episode References

iVoterGuide
https://ivoterguide.com 

American Family Radio
https://afr.net 

Matthew 10:16
https://biblehub.com/matthew/10-16.htm 

00:00  Welcome to the Compass. I hope your fourth was wonderful

00:33  Rick: We should talk about voting, but not just voting

02:20  Why Christians should vote: Government was God's idea, Christian says

04:02  Even if you don't like a candidate, you still need to pray for them

08:21  You need to start with prayer before deciding on which candidate to vote for

13:48  There are some states that have jungle primaries where there are two candidates

16:33  So let's go back to character. Um, you know, God really is the one that judges man's hearts

22:10  Character is hard to measure, isn't it?

25:09  You can do some early voting in a bunch of states this coming week

26:53  The Compass is the radio show of iVoterGuide.com

(00:00) Introduction

(01:00) Fourth of July Reflections

(10:00) Pastor Travis Johnson's Story

(20:00) Importance of Civic Education

(30:00) Understanding Your Rights

(40:00) Election Update

✍️ Episode References

iVoterGuide
https://ivoterguide.com 

Project 1619
https://pulitzercenter.org/projects/1619-project 

Chapters:

(00:00) Rick Beggs: We have reached the 250th birthday of America

(02:48) Rick : Fourth of July brings back incredible memories

(05:46) Willie B. worked a fireworks stand once. True confession time

(07:29) Dan Coyle says the only time he saw fireworks was when he was a kid

(11:00) Over 90% of world's nations have collapsed or changed governments since 1776

(17:16) Glenn Beck: Read the Declaration of Independence to understand your rights

(22:35) Rick: When I was a kid, I watched Schoolhouse Rock

(24:35) We just wanted to have fun with this. Happy fourth of July

(25:17) There is early voting going on in many states this week ahead of elections

✍️ Episode References

iVoterGuide
https://ivoterguide.com 

American Family Association
https://afa.net 

Schoolhouse Rock
https://www.schoolhouserock.com 

Glenn Beck
https://www.glennbeck.com 

Wall Builders
https://wallbuilders.com 

💬 Show Notes

In this episode of The Compass, hosts Rick Beggs and Debbie Wuthnow come together in person for a heartfelt discussion reflecting on Father’s Day and the significance of fatherhood in shaping future generations. As they share personal stories, they highlight the importance of being role models for our children, especially in civic responsibilities like voting. They delve into the concept of stewardship, emphasizing that our lives, resources, and votes are entrusted to us by God, and it’s our duty to engage actively in the political process.
Rick and Debbie explore the parallels between the parable of the talents and our civic duties, urging listeners not to bury their votes or disengage from the political landscape. They discuss the critical role of the church in promoting civic engagement and the consequences of apathy in a democratic society. With insights on how to approach voting as a faithful steward, they encourage listeners to seek God’s guidance in their decision-making processes.
As the episode wraps up, they provide updates on upcoming elections and remind everyone that every vote matters. Join them on this enlightening journey as they navigate the intersection of faith, citizenship, and responsibility.
00:00 - Rick Beggs welcomes you back to the Compass with Debbie Wuthnow
00:51 - So how was your Father's Day? Hope you have a great one
03:17 - You wrote an article about a father's vote this week
05:14 - When Christians give their life to Christ, they become a steward
08:08 - Debbie : What does stewardship look like as a citizen
13:46 - What happens when people disengage from this process? Scripturally speaking
16:00 - You asked God what he wanted you to do when you started programming ivoterguide
19:31 - : First of all, go to God first
23:40 - God, trust God, and don't be anxious about what's going on
25:15 - Many states have early voting going on ahead of June's primaries

✍️ Episode References

iVoterGuide
https://ivoterguide.com 

Philippians 4:6-7
https://www.biblegateway.com/passage 

Isaiah 59:14
https://www.biblegateway.com/passage 

Judges 2:10
https://www.biblegateway.com/passage 

AFR
https://afr.net 

💬 Show Notes

In this episode of Compass, hosts Rick Peggs and Debbie Wuthnow delve into the importance of civic engagement from a biblical perspective. They discuss the wisdom of Jethro's advice to Moses and its relevance to modern governance, emphasizing the need for capable and trustworthy leaders. The conversation touches on the role of Christians in politics, the consequences of inaction, and the necessity of voting based on a biblical worldview. Join them as they explore how to navigate the public square with faith, truth, and conviction.

Chapters:
(00:00) Rick Beggs: Welcome back to the Compass. 
(00:32) Jethro gave Moses some great advice on how to govern in Exodus
(02:36) Debbie: Exodus 18 talks about qualifications for leaders
(04:51) If Christians do not get involved, things go awry, says Debbie
(08:53) Debbie: The silent church should be held accountable for its inaction
(10:06) The Bible gives us very specific blueprints for the purpose of government
(17:27) When governing authorities ignore God, the people will suffer, author says
(25:06) On Tuesday, June 23, there are four states with primary elections
(26:50) We're close to finding out in November what the end results are going to be

✍️ Episode References

iVoterGuide
https://ivoterguide.com 

Proverbs 14:34
https://biblehub.com/proverbs/14-34.htm 

Romans 13 
https://biblehub.com/romans/13.htm 

Charlie Kirk
https://www.charliekirk.com 

Bill Federer
https://billfederer.com 

💬 Show Notes

In this episode of Compass, Rick Beggs and Debbie Wuthnow discuss the importance of informed voting and the qualities to look for in leaders based on Exodus 18:21. They share their personal voting experiences, the significance of using resources like iVoterGuide, and the essential characteristics of trustworthy leaders. Join them as they navigate the complexities of making sound decisions in the public square while staying grounded in faith and truth.

Chapters:
(00:00) Rick Beggs says he did his research before voting in Tuesday's runoff
(03:36) We titled last week Furthermore. This week we're going to title this one Furthermore More
(04:17) Exodus 18:21 says you need to select leaders of thousands
(06:33) We would love able men and women, um, to be leaders
(06:54) What does it mean to be an able person or an able man
(12:18) It's able men who fear God, it's the phrase able men
(12:59) iVoterGuide suggests looking for biblical worldview in prospective candidates for office
(19:37) Are candidates telling the truth when they write surveys or questionnaire
(24:12) Quality, which is, well, how's it phrased
(25:08) There are several important elections coming up this week in elections

✍️ Episode References

iVoterGuide 
https://ivoterguide.com 

Exodus 18:21
https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Exodus+18%3A21&version=NIV 

American Family Radio
https://afr.net 

💬 Show Notes

In this episode, we navigate the complexities of leadership and governance through the lens of Exodus 18:21. Join hosts Rick and Debbie as they explore the biblical principles of selecting leaders who fear God and uphold truth. They discuss the significance of Jethro's advice to Moses and how it parallels modern governance structures. Discover how these ancient guidelines can inform today's political landscape and the importance of Christian involvement in civic duties.

Chapters:
(00:00) Welcome to the Compass, navigating the public square together with faith, truth and conviction
(00:40) I'd love to discuss this scripture with you. Read on. Well, I think there is a scripture that is frequently discussed
(02:01) Chapter 18 is really the reuniting of Moses with his family
(10:18) Moses chose able men out of all Israel and made them heads over people
(11:24) Verse reminds me of our government
(17:28) iVoterGuide helps Christian voters find out about potential candidates
(25:18) This coming Tuesday, June 9th, there are primaries in Maine
(27:12) Special elections are so important because it will decide what we're looking at for November

✍️ Episode References

iVoterGuide
https://ivoterguide.com 

American Family Radio
https://afr.net 

Bill Federer
https://billfederer.com 

Exodus (Bible)
https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Exodus+18%3A21&version=NIV 

Engage The Gauge

💬 Show Notes

In this episode, we navigate the intricacies of evaluating candidates with Debbie, the president of I Voter Guide. Join us as we explore the importance of using the gauge to assess candidates based on their positions and values. Learn how to engage with your personalized ballot and make informed decisions in upcoming elections. Don't miss this insightful discussion aimed at empowering voters to vote wisely!

Chapters:
(00:00) Rick: Debbie from ivoterguide. com joins the show to discuss voter guides
(06:25) Willie: Well, we're looking at a broad spectrum of issues
(10:49) We use pixels to create a portrait of that businessman as a candidate
(15:06) The ivoterguide rating system uses subjective criteria to identify conservative candidates
(19:36) American Family Association looks for panelists through recruitment emails
(22:43) This is a balanced tool for faithful voters, whether you're conservative or liberal
(25:34) There are more primaries this week than any other this entire primary season

✍️ Episode References

I Voter Guide
https://ivoterguide.com 

American Family Association
https://afa.net 

American Family Radio
https://afr.net 

Data Points To The Truth   

In this enlightening episode of Compass, hosts Rick Beggs and Debbie Wuthnow delve into the importance of being informed voters in a world filled with deception. They explore how iVoterGuide is committed to providing data-driven insights into candidates, ensuring voters can make wise choices based on biblical principles. Through scripture and candid discussion, they highlight the necessity of understanding the political landscape, especially during primaries, to avoid being misled by candidates who may not align with our values. Tune in to learn how to navigate the complexities of voting with faith, truth, and conviction!

Chapters:
(00:00) Welcome to the Compass, navigating the public square together with faith, truth and conviction
(00:55) iVoterGuide uses scripture to help voters identify deceptive and dishonest candidates
(04:53) Primaries are important before you get to the November elections
(09:50) iVoterGuide builds a profile on every candidate running for office
(13:47) The next, I guess I would call it, most important data point would be endorsements
(18:23) iVoterGuide uses social media to evaluate candidates down ballot
(23:37) iVoterGuide asks candidates 35 questions about various issues
(26:06) This coming Tuesday is primary election runoff in Texas

✍️ Episode References

iVoterGuide
https://ivoterguide.com 

Second Timothy
https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=2+Timothy+3&version=ESV 

American Family Radio
https://afr.net 

iVoterGuide: The Process

✍️ Episode References

iVoterGuide
https://ivoterguide.com 

American Family Association 
https://afa.net 

AFR Radio App
https://afr.net 

iVoterGuide: The Beginning

✍️ Episode References

iVoterGuide
https://ivoterguide.com 

Focus on the Family
https://www.focusonthefamily.com 

Richard Ford
https://www.ivoterguide.com/about

Jim Sneeringer
https://www.ivoterguide.com/about