https://illinoisfamily.tv/videos/watch/049227b5-9303-4502-b936-3e7123d0bcd8 Across the world, birth rates are falling at historic levels — but the deeper question is why? Is it really just economics, or is something more significant happening in our culture? In this episode, Dr. Mohler examines the alarming decline in marriage, family formation, and childbirth — and why fewer men and women are choosing to marry and build families. The data reveals that the biggest factor may not simply be couples having fewer children, but fewer people becoming couples in the first place. From the rise of individualism and shifting cultural values to the impact of smartphones and social media on real-life relationships, modern society is experiencing a dramatic change in how young people view marriage, children, and God’s design for the family. As Christians, we recognize that marriage and family are not merely social traditions — they are part of God’s created order. Genesis reminds us that God created mankind male and female and commanded them to “be fruitful and multiply.” When a culture rejects this foundation, the consequences reach far beyond demographics. In this discussion: 🔹 Why global birth rates are rapidly declining 🔹 Why marriage rates matter more than many realize 🔹 How technology may be reshaping relationships 🔹 Why prosperity alone does not explain smaller families 🔹 What Scripture teaches about marriage, children, and human flourishing The decline of the family is one of the most important cultural issues of our time — and Christians must be prepared to understand it and respond with truth. Thu, 25 Jun 2026 12:25:39 GMT https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html PeerTube - https://illinoisfamily.tv https://illinoisfamily.tv/client/assets/images/icons/icon-1500x1500.png https://illinoisfamily.tv/videos/watch/049227b5-9303-4502-b936-3e7123d0bcd8 All rights reserved, unless otherwise specified in the terms specified at https://illinoisfamily.tv/about and potential licenses granted by each content's rightholder.