We got to sit down with Kim Jones, Director of Engagement for My Refuge House, a non-profit that provides long-term aftercare to survivors of commercial and online sexual exploitation of children and abuse in the Philippines. We talked about the work that MRH is doing to restore one life at a time, as well as discuss some of the nuances of the culture of trafficking and sexual exploitation.   Resources Mentioned Learn more about My Refuge House Attend Fashioned for Freedom   Thanks to Our...

Our guest this week is Dr. Abigail Favale, writer and professor in the McGrath Institute for Church Life at the University of Notre Dame. Her book—Genesis of Gender—is an important resource for understanding the gender paradigm, and applying a Christian approach to the cultural narratives.   Resources Mentioned The Genesis of Gender: A Christian Theory Abigail's Website -- One of the best ways to support the show is by becoming a Patron. Your support helps us continue producing this...

Our hosts sit down and talk through some of the things we're been reading and enjoying this season. Some of the topics we talk about: The concept of "Slow Journalism" The downfall of relentlessly pursuing optimization through technology How we walk through grief and do suffering well. Resources Mentioned Delayed Gratification: Slow Journalism Magazine The Convivial Society Technology Newsletter A Strange New World by Carl Trueman Tara Lapinksy's Podcast Unexpecting Our episode with Adam...

In this week's episode, we have a conversation with Professor Sandra Glahn on the topics of infertility and how women have served in historical Christianity. We look at her latest book— Nobody’s Mother— a re-examining of Paul’s words in 1 Timothy 2:15 with new social and historical context that helps us better understand God’s view of women.   Resources Mentioned Nobody's Mother by Sandra Glahn Website: Sandraglahn.com Walking through Infertility by Matthew Arbo   Thanks To Our Sponsors We...

While marriage can be easy for some, the reality of two sinners entering into union with each other is often fraught with hardship. This week we chat with Laurie and Matt Krieg on their own personal journey through marital strife and what it has taught them about love and the gospel.   Guest Resources An Impossible Marriage: What Our Mixed-Orientation Marriage Has Taught Us About Love and the Gospel Learn more or listen to the Hole in My Heart Podcast: lauriekrieg.com/   Thanks To Our...

How has a post-covid culture changed the landscape of young adulthood? Tymarcus and Liz are joined by a few special guests, Jenna Hernandez and Chelsea Conway, to talk about all things young adulthood – life in transition, dating apps, family and more.    Thanks To Our Sponsors We love the Pour Over and we think you will too! The Pour Over provides concise, politically neutral, and entertaining summaries of the world’s biggest news paired with reminders to stay focused on eternity. Subscribe...

We are joined by Dr. Chris Watkin to have a conversation around how Christians can engage the culture around them and about his book Biblical Critical Theory. The idea of Critical Theory is a hot button topic in our western culture, but we believe you will find this conversation both challenging and encouraging.    Resources Mentioned Biblical Critical Theory by Christopher Watkin Nancy Guthrie's Website  Even Better Than Eden by Nancy Guthrie God's Big Picture by Vaughn Roberts Gospel and...

This week we look at technology's effects on the future of work and how it's shifting the job market. How can we think through the human need based on the Christian vision of a person, while also seizing opportunities in an increasingly changing market?   Resources Referenced Book: Knowing God's Will Book: The Call Acton.org Connect with Dan Churchwell: Twitter | [email protected]   Thanks To Our Sponsors We love the Pour Over and we think you will too! The Pour Over provides concise,...

We continue our series on life and community in a post-pandemic society by sitting down with author and pastor, Isaac Adams. In this episode we discuss the cure to loneliness, the danger of isolation and how God models what community should look like.   Guest Resources Connect with Isaac: Instagram | Twitter (X) United We Pray Isaac's Book: Talking About Race: Gospel Hope for Hard Conversations   Thanks To Our Sponsors We love the Pour Over and we think you will too! The Pour Over provides...

This week we talk to Michael Miller, lead research fellow at the Acton Institute, about how society has changed since the pandemic, and what the implications are for human flourishing from a theological view.   Guest Resources The Acton InstituteThe Moral Imagination Podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcasts Poverty Inc. Film Themoralimagination.com    Thanks To Our Sponsors We love the Pour Over and we think you will too! The Pour Over provides concise, politically neutral, and entertaining...

We’re back! This season we’re diving into various topics on recovering community and human dignity in a post-pandemic world. But first, we need to cover some of the headlines and big movies from this summer. Buckle up! Thanks To Our Sponsors We love the Pour Over and we think you will too! The Pour Over provides concise, politically neutral, and entertaining summaries of the world’s biggest news paired with reminders to stay focused on eternity. Subscribe in just one click...click...

On the last episode of this season we talk about some of the headlines, some of our current favorite books, and movies. We also discuss what some of our highlights were from this past season. We will be taking a break for the summer, but we will be back in September with new episodes! Books Mentioned Try Softer Aundi Kolber Epic of Eden by Sandra Richter The Patient Ferment of the Early Church by Alan Kreider Bullies and Saints by John Dickson Hyperion by Dan Simmons Ministry in a Secular Age...

In this episode, we sit down with writer and counselor KJ Ramsey to talk about her book The Lord is My Courage, and how to find compassion and courage in the midst of anxiety and fear.   Resources referenced: The Lord is My Courage Get KJ's newest book: The Book of Common Courage   — One of the best ways to support the show is by becoming a Patron. Your support helps us continue producing this show. Follow us on social: Instagram Twitter Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. If you...

In honor of Juneteenth, we wanted to re-air an episode we produced a few years ago. In this episode, we discuss systematic racism, particularly what that has looked like in our local context of Dallas, Texas, and why the Church today should care. We’re also joined by Charlie Dates, senior pastor of Progressive Baptist Church in Chicago for a conversation on the topic. While this episode wasn't recorded recently, the topics are very much relevant today. To learn more about Bonton Farms and the...

We were thrilled to welcome author Rachel Gilson as we journey into the rich topic of the Family of God, its beauty, and the ways the church may have fallen short in embodying its fullness.  In our conversation, we discuss how friendship both inside and outside of marriage can mirror the gospel's beauty, the significance of sibling relationships, and the importance of cultivating relationships across different life stages and generations.   Resources Referenced: rachelgilson.com Rachel's...

This week we have a conversation with counselor, speaker and host of The Place We Find Ourselves podcast, Adam Young. Adam is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to wisdom in vulnerability, engaging with your story and learning how to listen well. He provides really helpful insights on how to sit with yourself and your own wounds and how to sit with others in their wounds. Resources referenced: adamyoungcounseling.com  The Allender Center The Nap Ministry Resources for learning to engage with...

In this episode, we have a conversation with author and speaker Dr. Jonathan Pennington about something we all need: Relationships. What does it look like to have curiosity and compassion for others. What does Godly wisdom look like in cultivating healthy relationships and what are some of the pitfalls in developing intimate relationships? Guest Resources  jonathanpennington.com/ Jesus the Great Philosopher Twitter | Instagram | Facebook — One of the best ways to support the show is by...

This week we have a conversation around some interesting cultural headlines including Adidas, the NBA, as well as a conversation about how to grieve well after national tragedies like the shooting in Allen, Tx, and how to establish healthy habits for media and information consumption. — One of the best ways to support the show is by becoming a Patron. Your support helps us continue producing this show. Follow us on social: Instagram Twitter Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. If you...

Marriage is a beautiful, God-given covenant that points to the way Christ loves the Church. But we live in a fallen world and marriage is also very difficult. So how can we apply Godly wisdom to our marriages? — One of the best ways to support the show is by becoming a Patron. Your support helps us continue producing this show. Follow us on social: Instagram Twitter Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. If you would like to sponsor this show, email [email protected]

In this episode, Elizabeth is joined by a few friends to discuss some of the misconceptions  surrounding singleness in both secular and Christian culture. They share their personal experiences navigating singleness and address harmful lies that often creep into the conversation, such as the notion that being single means something is wrong with you or that marriage is the only path to sanctification. Additionally, we explore a biblical view of singleness and sexuality in a post-christian...

In part 2 of our discussion on God’s wisdom and design for sex, we are joined by Pastor Timothy Ateek to talk about the pitfalls of pornography use, how to find freedom from addiction to porn and God’s grace for sexual sin. Recommended Resources Recovery at Citizens Church The Death of Porn by Ray Ortlund — One of the best ways to support the show is by becoming a Patron. Your support helps us continue producing this show. Follow us on social: Instagram Twitter Editing and support by The Good...

As part of a 2-episode arc, we want to look at God’s wisdom and design for sex. In this episode, we are joined by Author and Pastor Sam Allberry to talk through sexuality in a post-Christian culture, what Jesus says on the topic, and how to engage those who don't believe what Jesus and the Bible says is actually good for them. Resources referenced New release of Is God Anti-Gay? What God Has to Say About Our Bodies 7 Myths About Singleness — One of the best ways to support the show is by...

We are joined by Christian writer Hannah Nation to discuss her work with the Church in China, her new book, and what what encouragement and lessons can be learned for the Church in America. Resources referenced: Faith in the Wilderness: Words of Exhortation from the Chinese Church Center for House Church Theology — One of the best ways to support the show is by becoming a Patron. Your support helps us continue producing this show. Follow us on social: Instagram Twitter Editing and support...

In this episode of Culture Matters, we dive deep into the concept of wisdom and leadership, exploring the different types of leaders often seen in our culture and how Jesus personifies the wise leader. We discuss the temptations and pitfalls that leaders can face, the importance of embracing the ordinary aspects of life, and to leave a legacy as a leader. Join us for an enlightening conversation on how to cultivate a vision for the future by embracing your limitations and learning from...

How can Christians have reasonable dialogue and respectful conversation around difficult topics and be a light in the world? Adam, Tymarcus and Elizabeth tackle some difficult conversations in this episode. Largely, the tragedy that occurred in Nashville at Covenant Christian School, as well as the recent twitter debate over Joshua Butler's latest book. Resources Mentioned Theology in the Raw Episode 1062 After Nashville Moral Numbness Is Our Enemy - Russel Moore, Christianity Today — One of...