America Reads the Bible: Igniting a Nation Through Scripture with Bunni Pounds

About this episode

Doris Swift interviews Bunni Pounds about her journey of faith and the upcoming America Reads the Bible event.

Welcome back to Fierce Calling! In today’s episode, Doris sits down with her friend and powerhouse leader Bunni Pounds—founder and president of Christians Engaged, senior vice president at Family Policy Alliance, and author of Jesus in Politics : One Woman’s Walk with God in a Mudslinging Profession . Together, they dive into Bunni Pounds’s incredible journey of faith, leadership, and calling, including her bold vision for “ America Reads the Bible ”—an unprecedented, nation-wide Bible reading event set for 2026 at the Museum of the Bible. Bunni Pounds opens up about what it takes to step out in obedience, the importance of unity in the body of Christ, and how each of us can take up our unique, “fierce” calling. Whether you’re interested in mobilizing your community, deepening your understanding of Scripture, or simply seeking to walk more intimately with Jesus, this episode is packed with encouragement and inspiration. Plus, get a sneak peek into Bunni Pounds’s upcoming book, Stepping Up to Lead: Rebuilding a Nation in the Footsteps of Nehemiah . Get ready to be challenged, uplifted, and reminded that God uses those who are willing to say “yes”—no matter how big the…

People in this episode

Host: Doris Swift

Guest: Bunni Pounds

Topics covered

• faith
• leadership
• Bible reading
• unity in Christ
• community mobilization
• spiritual growth

Keywords

• Bunni Pounds
• Doris Swift
• Bible reading event
• faith leadership
• community mobilization
• spiritual growth
• Jesus in Politics
• Stepping Up to Lead

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Christians Engaged, Family Policy Alliance

Books & works: Jesus in Politics : One Woman’s Walk with God in a Mudslinging Profession, Stepping Up to Lead: Rebuilding a Nation in the Footsteps of Nehemiah

Places: Museum of the Bible

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