Focus on the Family and The Colson Center announce the premiere of a groundbreaking documentary called Truth Rising.
The one-and-a-half-hour documentary examines the current state of Western civilization – crisis. Thought leaders in the film conclude that Western civilization has thrived because of its roots in Christianity and the chaos we are beginning to see is the result of a civilization that has abandoned truth. It’s called a civilizational moment.
“A civilizational moment is a period of crisis,” said author and social critic Os Guiness. “When…our civilization completely loses touch with the inspiration that made it what it is…our original dynamism is gone. “It is at this point like all the other civilizations that have come and gone before us that we face three clear options, renew the original inspiration, replace it, or decline.”
Stories in the Film
In this civilizational moment, Truth Rising inspires Christians to choose to be agents of renewal right where they are by sharing stories from ordinary people who acted with courage. The stories shared in the film include:
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Aayan Hirsi Ali, Founder of HAA Foundation: Despite death threats after the murder of filmmaking partner Theo van Gogh, Ayann courageously continues her work to end cultural practices, like those embraced by Islam, that violate the human rights of women.
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Winston Marshall, former banjoist for Mumford and Sons: Winston courageously left the band to protect his bandmates from relentless backlash against a tweet he shared supporting Unmasked, a pro-democracy, anti-Antifa New York Times best-seller.
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Chloe Cole: After regretting her gender transition as a minor, Chloe Cole detransitioned and in the face of backlash from the transgender community, now boldly warns families of the dangers of gender-affirming care for minors and works to end the gender ideology movement.
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Seth Dillon, CEO of Babylon Bee: When Babylon Bee’s Twitter account (now X) was suspended over a satirical post on gender ideology, CEO Seth Dillon courageously declined to delete it, defending democratic public discourse despite threat of permanent suspension.
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Jack Philips, Owner of Masterpiece Cakeshop: Jack demonstrated courage by declining to bake a cake for a same-sex wedding, standing up for religious liberty — a stance that took him all the way to the Supreme Court.
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Katy Faust, Founder of Them Before Us: Katy boldly continued advocating for the rights of children in the family even after a gay blogger doxed members of her church to silence her.
It is through the bold stands of these and more than a dozen others that Truth Rising offers more than just a look at the crisis we face – but makes clear the call we all must answer to overcome it.
A Call to Renewal
“It’s time for Christians to realize they are called by God to this time and this place,” said John Stonestreet president of The Colson Center. “Christians must remember who they are—people of the resurrection, and therefore people of hope. Become a catalyst for renewal right where you are.”
Truth Rising is an invitation for Christians to see this as a critical moment for Western civilization, believe each one of us has been called to this moment by God for a reason, and choose to act with clarity, confidence, and courage right where we are.
“The world is chaotic these days, with so many people living out their own versions of the truth,” said Os Guiness. “But all is not lost. Christ is still in control, and He wants you to be a part of His plan to redeem the world.”
Watch the Premiere
To learn more about Truth Rising and watch the premiere on September 5, visit www.TruthRising.com.
