What does the Bible teach us about race, ethnicity, unity, and justice? When Krista Bontrager (a conservative wife, homeschool mom, and Biola graduate) formed a close relationship with Monique Duson (a self-proclaimed former social justice warrior, international missionary, and Biola graduate), both women discovered that even in their shared love for Jesus, ... Show More
May 2024
HELP! My Pastor Doesn’t Talk About Cultural or Political Issues! with Tony Perkins
You love your pastor, but why won't he address crucial cultural, moral, or political issues from the pulpit? Is there anything that you or your church can do about it? Furthermore, what risks lie ahead for faithful pastors who do actually speak out against the culture and rightly ... Show More
31m 12s
Oct 2023
The Rise of Contemporary Critical Theory with Neil Shenvi and Pat Sawyer
We've heard the terms before: cultural Marxism, socialism, intersectionality, microaggressions, standpoint epistemology, the Frankfurt School, Critical Race Theory, Queer Theory, and many more. But what do they mean? Where did they come from? And how should Christians respond? Ke ... Show More
1h 15m
May 2024
S4 38: What to Do With Unmet Longings With Rachel Miller
Living with unmet longings often feels like suffering. Rachel Miller knows, from experience, that our longings confront us with an opportunity to struggle toward God and community, rather than away from them. Her latest book is When It Hurts to Hope: Honest Conversations about Li ... Show More
38m 42s
Jun 2023
S3 25: Caring for Patients as Human Beings, Not Machines With Kristin Collier
At this year’s Colson Center National Conference, we sat down with Dr. Kristin Collier, Associate Professor of Internal Medicine and Director of the Program on Health, Spirituality, and Religion at the University of Michigan Medical School. Kristin shares how her faith has shaped ... Show More
52m 46s
Mar 2024
S4 29: Flourishing Through Devotional Rhythms With Pamela Patnode
Not many of us associate discipline, commitment, and obedience with joy and freedom—but today’s guest, Pamela Patnode, knows that these things lead to flourishing and joy in the Christian life. When we live according to God’s design by loving Him and others, we experience true li ... Show More
49m 13s
Apr 2023
Dealing With Trolls
Tyler, Jemar, and Ally share their experiences with trolls both online and in person.Ally Henny is a writer, speaker, advocate-minister, and vice president of The Witness: A Black Christian Collective, an organization committed to encouraging, engaging, and empowering Black Chris ... Show More
34m 25s
Jan 2024
Cultural Update: Kim Davis; Texas Abortion Law Enforcement; Balancing Head & Heart; Should churches be involved in politics?
In addition to our regular weekly episodes, we're starting a new series where we discuss a few current cultural issues that are in the news — and also answer some listener questions.
This week, we discuss:Kim Davis' legal feesEnforcement of Texas abortion law, particula ... Show More
36m 6s