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Christmas is one of those seasons we think we know really well — but when you slow down and really look at it, there’s a lot more going on beneath the surface.

In this special Christmas edition of The Keystone Project Podcast, we sit down and talk honestly about what Christmas actually means and why it still matters so much. We move from some of the darker folklore that’s crept into the season (like Krampus), to biblical clues about when Jesus may have really been born, to a powerful true story from World War II where enemy soldiers laid down their weapons and sang Silent Night together on Christmas Eve.

Along the way, we talk about:

• Why Christmas is celebrated all over the world — and why it always points back to Jesus
• Where the story of Krampus came from and what fear-based obedience can (and can’t) do
• Biblical and historical reasons some scholars believe Jesus may have been born during the Feast of Tabernacles
• Why December 25th became the date we celebrate Christmas — and why it’s not rooted in pagan festivals
• A moving WWII Christmas story that reminds us what peace and mercy can look like even in the middle of war
• At the center of everything is the incarnation — God choosing to come near, to dwell among us, and to step into our broken world.

Our hope with this episode is simple: that it helps you slow down, reflect, and maybe see Christmas with fresh eyes — not just as a holiday to celebrate, but as a message to live out through peace, mercy, and on mission.

🎧 Listen when you’re ready, and feel free to share it with someone who could use a little hope this season.

0:00 – Introduction to Christmas and Krampus
1:18 – Why Christmas is the greatest holiday
3:52 – The meaning of gift-giving at Christmas
8:15 – History and folklore of Krampus
13:55 – The moral lessons behind Krampus tradition
20:21 – When was Jesus really born? Exploring dates
28:28 – God becoming flesh and the miracle of Christmas
31:25 – World War II Christmas truce story
39:31 – Christmas as a time of peace and family unity
41:28 – Closing Christmas greetings and call to action

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Northern Iraq is a place shaped by breathtaking beauty and unimaginable trauma. In this episode, we sit down with Kayla Coons, Project Director for Light a Candle, who lives and serves in Iraqi Kurdistan alongside families impacted by ISIS, displacement, and generational oppression.

Kayla and her family are missionaries working among refugees, widows, orphans, and communities longing for hope. From women discovering their worth in Christ, to refugees finding healing from deep trauma, this conversation explores the raw, honest, and powerful stories emerging from a region many people misunderstand.

We talk about:
- What life is really like in Iraqi Kurdistan
- How ISIS changed everything
- Why many Muslims in the region are open to Jesus
- The transforming power of the gospel in shame–honor cultures
- Spiritual warfare, fear, and the need for boldness
- The daily life of a missionary family in a Muslim-majority region

If you want to understand what God is doing in one of the world’s most complex mission fields, this episode will challenge and encourage you.

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In 2024, more Christians were killed in Nigeria than in all other nations combined. Entire villages were burned because they bore the name of Christ. Across the ocean in Mexico, pastors are being threatened, kidnapped, and even killed by cartels for standing for truth.

In this episode, Ryan Brown — President of Open Doors US — joins The Keystone Project Podcast to reveal what’s really happening on the frontlines of persecution and how the Church in the West can respond with prayer, encouragement, and practical support.

Together, we’ll explore what it means to follow Jesus when faith costs everything — and how we can care for the Bride of Christ around the world.

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Join us for a special episode of The Keystone Project Podcast as we hear from some of the students from 14 countries who participated in our Fall 2026 international training program. These disciple-makers share their personal journeys — the challenges they faced, the breakthroughs they experienced, and the ways God transformed their hearts and ministries.

From Nepal to Sri Lanka, India to the UK, these students left everything familiar to follow Jesus and return home equipped to multiply disciples. Hear their stories, their encounters with God, and the vision they carry for their communities and nations.

Whether you’re a disciple-maker, a ministry leader, or simply inspired by stories of God at work around the globe, this episode will encourage and challenge you to take your next step in mission.

Listen, be inspired, and join the movement of disciple-making across the nations.

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It’s a question that sparks debate wherever missions are discussed:

👉 Are missionaries colonizers—or genuine messengers of God?

In this week’s episode of The Keystone Project Podcast, we take a hard look at both the criticisms and the reality of missionary work. Yes, history includes painful examples of cultural imperialism. But that’s not the whole story.

In this episode, we explore:
🌍 The misconceptions about missionaries as cultural oppressors
🔥 Why the Holy Spirit—not education or Western culture—is the true power behind missions
📚 Research showing missionaries’ surprising positive impact on global communities
💡 Stories of missionaries challenging harmful practices like slavery, footbinding, and sati
👥 The urgent shortage of missionaries reaching unreached people groups today
🎉 Plus—a scripture speed round challenge you won’t want to miss!

This conversation is both challenging and encouraging, reminding us that missions is not about imposing Western norms but about love, sacrifice, and advancing God’s Kingdom.

After listening, we’d love to hear from you—leave a comment and share your perspective!

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In this episode of The Keystone Project Podcast, Charlie and James tackle the viral TikTok phenomenon known as RaptureTok, where millions believed Jesus would return on September 23 to rapture the church. Spoiler: it didn’t happen.

With humor, Scripture, and cultural commentary, they separate truth from hype, play a fun game called “Raputure Predictions: True or False?”, and reflect on why predictions like these keep capturing people’s attention. They also share a recap of the Charlie Kirk Memorial event and leave you with an episode challenge to live boldly on mission.

Faith meets culture, the Gospel stays central, and yes—there’s laughter along the way.

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In this episode, we confront a troubling reality: in the wake of Charlie Kirk’s assassination, countless voices online have not only excused but openly celebrated violence and murder.

We expose and respond to the most shocking reactions—highlighting how dangerous it is when hatred becomes normalized, and when human life is treated as disposable.

This is more than politics—it’s a moral issue. Violence and bloodlust have no place in a civil society. Join us as we unpack what these reactions reveal about our culture, why Christians and truth-seekers can’t stay silent, and how we should respond in both courage and compassion.

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In this special edition episode of The Keystone Project Podcast, we reflect on the tragic assassination of Charlie Kirk. While his death is deeply sorrowful, it calls us to look beyond politics and recognize the larger spiritual battle at work. Drawing parallels to the persecution of the early church, we explore how God often uses moments of loss to spark revival, unity, and greater faith.

This episode calls believers to grieve, but not in fear—to stand firm in prayer, worship, and continued efforts to multiply disciples. Charlie Kirk’s legacy reminds us that God’s purposes cannot be stopped by violence and that our ultimate mission is the advancement of His kingdom. We close with prayer for Kirk’s family and for the strength and unity of the church worldwide.

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