Impact 360 Institute: Recent Episodes
Jonathan Morrow
Welcome to the Impact 360 Institute podcast (www.impact360.org). This podcast is hosted by popular author and Director of Cultural Engagement Jonathan Morrow. Impact 360 institute exists to cultivate leaders who follow Jesus.
Host Jonathan Morrow, author and Director of Cultural Engagement at Impact 360 Institute, examines the state of discipleship in the American church and offers a clear, biblical framework for what it means to follow Jesus.
Topics Discussed
- Why "disciple" is used often in Scripture but rarely clearly defined or practiced
- Recent Lifeway Research findings: only 11% of U.S. Protestant pastors strongly agree discipleship is their church's strongest function
- The need for both clarity and a plan in disciple-making (Colossians 4 — gospel clarity + wisdom toward outsiders)
- Impact 360's definition of a disciple — a faithful follower of Jesus who:
- Thinks like Jesus (Romans 12:2, Colossians 2:3 — biblical worldview)
- Is transformed by Jesus (spiritual transformation, fruit of the Spirit)
- Shares Jesus (verbally sharing the gospel, not just "living it out")
- Lives out their calling with Jesus (everyday influence, starting where you are)
- Multiplies disciples like Jesus (the Great Commission, generational faithfulness)
- Why "attendance-only" faith and a Sunday-morning-only Christianity fail to form true disciples
- The Ministry Leader Collective — a 9-month cohort through Impact 360's Center for Student Discipleship, helping pastors and youth leaders build a clear, confident disciple-making plan for Gen Z and Gen Alpha (new cohort launching early fall; space limited)
- A summer challenge to listeners: pick one of the five discipleship marks and ask God where to grow
- Mention of the Realign Conference (September 10, Atlanta area) featuring Jonathan Morrow, Rosaria Butterfield, Alisa Childers, and Jeff Myers
Episode Notes & Links
- Learn more / apply for the Ministry Leader Collective: impact360.org → Coaching, or impact360institute.org/collective
- Realign Conference (Sept 10, Atlanta area): impact360.org → Realign Conference
- Online courses (Explore Truth, Explore the Resurrection) and on-campus programs: impact360.org
Connect with Impact 360 Institute
- Website: impact360.org
In this episode, Jonathan Morrow sits down with Katie Faust, children's rights advocate, founder and president of Them Before Us, and voice behind the Greater Than Campaign, for a wide-ranging conversation on why God's design for marriage and family is the foundation of child protection, human flourishing, and civilizational health.
Katie shares her personal backstory: a stay-at-home mom and pastor's wife who was moved to action out of "blind rage" over the normalization of mother and father loss in the gay marriage debate. Drawing on her own experience with family fragmentation and her years in youth ministry, she brings both personal conviction and rigorous argumentation to the table.
Topics Discussed:
Why the religious liberty argument against gay marriage failed, and what should have been said instead
The three things children uniquely receive when raised by their biological mother and father: biological identity, safety and love, and a complementary gender balance
The Cinderella Effect and what decades of social science say about unrelated adults in the home
How to respond to common objections: "Love makes a family," "This is an equality issue," and "The studies show no harm"
Why Christians cannot opt out of this issue in the name of "just preaching the gospel"
A vision for Gen Z and Gen Alpha: why this generation has the greatest calling of any in history
Resources Mentioned:
Them Before Us (thembeforeus.com)
Greater Than Campaign (greaterthancampaign.com)
Impact 360 Institute (impact360.org)
Realign Conference — September, Atlanta area
Ministry Leader Collective — cohort training for youth pastors and next gen directors
Documentary: This Is a Child (Focus on the Family, upcoming)
Book: Them Before Us: Why We Need a Global Children's Rights Movement by Katie Faust
Why Do Students Walk Away From Their Faith? | Dr. Jonathan Morrow on Welcome to College
In this episode of the Impact 360 Institute podcast, host Dakota Powell sits down with Dr. Jonathan Morrow — Director of Cultural Engagement and Student Discipleship at Impact 360 Institute — to discuss his brand new book, Welcome to College. Together they unpack why so many students quietly drift from their faith during the high school-to-college transition and what families, parents, and church leaders can do about it.
College is filled with new experiences, learning, and growth, but navigating this landscape as a Christian student is a challenge of its own. If you're a high school student preparing for the college journey, this practical resource will guide and ground you as you step onto campus.
Jonathan Morrow pulls from biblical truth and his own experiences with students as he engages with topics like
- critical theory and social justice,
- emotional resilience,
- moral and spiritual relativism,
- dating and relationships,
- social media and AI,
- gender, sexuality, and identity, and
- discovering God's will.
Topics Discussed * Why students walk away from faith — The hidden drift that happens on the inside long before it's visible on the outside * "Faith that feels real but isn't ready" — How comfort and unchallenged belief create a fragile faith * Common pitfalls — Relativizing faith, encountering unanswered questions on social media, and "coloring book Jesus" worldviews * College doesn't create a faith crisis — it reveals one * What a lasting faith looks like — Rational anchors, relational anchors, and a compelling mission * Practical advice for parents — How to narrate reality, ask good questions, and set the table for faith conversations * The 44 chapters of Welcome to College — Topics ranging from apologetics and Bible trust to money, purity, entertainment, gender ideology, dating, alcohol, and more * Impact 360 summer experiences & gap year program — Propel, Immersion, and the 9-month Fellows program * Realign Conference — September 10th in the Atlanta area featuring Rosaria Butterfield, Alisa Childers, Jeff Morgan, and Dr. Morrow
Resources & Links * Get the book: welcometocollege.org * Impact 360 Institute: impact360.org * Summer Experiences (Propel & Immersion): impact360.org * 9-Month Gap Year Program: impact360.org * Realign Conference (Sept. 10, Atlanta area): impact360.org * Give to the Multiply Fund: impact360.org → Click "Give" * Online Courses — Explore Truth & Explore the Resurrection: impact360.org
Books Mentioned * Welcome to College by Jonathan Morrow (NEW edition) * Questioning the Bible: 11 Major Challenges to the Bible's Authority by Jonathan Morrow
About the Podcast
The Impact 360 Institute podcast explores biblical worldview and servant leadership to equip you for everyday influence. Learn more at impact360.org.
Host: Dakota Powell Guest: Dr. Jonathan Morrow
Impact 360 Institute — Know. Be. Live.
In this episode of the Impact 360 Institute Podcast, Jonathan Morrow examines new national data suggesting a significant decline in LGBTQ identification among U.S. young adults, reversing a years-long upward trend. He unpacks what’s driving this shift, why it matters, and how Christians should thoughtfully respond in a rapidly changing cultural moment.
The conversation begins by framing the importance of understanding culture through a biblical worldview, emphasizing that followers of Jesus are called not only to be grounded in Scripture but also to accurately interpret the times. Morrow highlights recent research, particularly from Jean Twenge and CDC-backed datasets, showing that LGBTQ identification among young adults (ages 18–24) has dropped sharply since its peak in 2022.
The episode explores several possible contributing factors behind this trend, including:
🔵 The fading influence of social contagion, especially through social media
🔵 Increased open dialogue and reduced censorship around gender and identity topics
🔵 Growing scrutiny of medical and therapeutic approaches related to gender identity
🔵 The role of mental health challenges and over-diagnosis culture
🔵 Shifting social incentives and cultural norms, particularly among Gen Z
Jonathan also discusses legal and cultural developments, including a recent Supreme Court decision reinforcing parental rights in matters of gender identity, arguing that these shifts reflect a broader rebalancing of authority between families, institutions, and the state.
Throughout the episode, he emphasizes a Christian response rooted in both truth and love, calling believers to engage culture actively, disciple the next generation, and avoid retreating into privatized faith. The episode closes with encouragement: while cultural confusion has been widespread, these new trends may signal a meaningful shift worth paying attention to and engaging with intentionally.
Key Topics Covered
🔵 Decline in LGBTQ identification among Gen Z
🔵 Cultural vs. biological identity frameworks
🔵 Social media and “social contagion” theory
🔵 Mental health and identity formation
🔵 Legal shifts around parental rights
🔵 Christian worldview and cultural engagement
🔵 Discipleship in a post-confusion cultural moment
Key Takeaways
🟢 Cultural trends are not fixed—they can shift দ্রুত and significantly
🟢 Identity formation in Gen Z is deeply influenced by social, psychological, and digital environments
🟢 Christians are called to engage culture actively, not passively
🟢 Truth and compassion are not opposites, both are required
🟢 Discipling the next generation requires clarity, courage, and consistency
Resources:
Impact 360 Institute (https://www.impact360institute.org/)
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Programs: Propel (summer), Fellows (gap year), courses on worldview and discipleship
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Realign Conference (focused on cultural engagement and Gen Z)
Key Event Details
Event: REALIGN
Date: September 10, 2026
Location: Hosted by Impact 360 Institute at SouthCrest Church (Newnan, GA)
Audience: Pastors, ministry leaders, parents, educators, and mentors.
Early Bird Registration: $39 through May 1 (increases to $79 afterward)
https://impact360institute.ticketspice.com/impact-360-realign
Past Conversations:
The Five Core Needs of Every Human Being with Dr. Kathy Koch:
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Five Lies of our anti-Christian Age with Dr. Rosaria Butterfield:
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How Do You Disciple Teens About Biblical Sexuality? With Dr. Christopher Yuan
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In this episode of the Impact 360 Institute Podcast, host Jonathan Morrow sits down with Dr. Kathy Koch, author, speaker, and founder of Celebrate Kids, to explore her well-known teaching on the Five Core Needs, Security, Identity, Belonging, Purpose, and Competence, as outlined in her book Five to Thrive: How to Determine If Your Core Needs Are Being Met (and What to Do When They're Not). Together, they discuss how understanding and meeting these God-given needs can help students and adults alike flourish emotionally, relationally, and spiritually.
Resources & Links
- Dr. Kathy Koch’s Website: Celebrate Kids
- Book: Five to Thrive
- Podcast: Celebrate Kids with Dr. Kathy Koch
- Impact 360 Institute: impact360.org
- Learn more about Explore Truth and Explore the Resurrection online courses
- On-campus programs in worldview and leadership development
- Follow on social media: Instagram | Facebook | YouTube
This episode provides a deeply practical and biblical roadmap for understanding human motivation and flourishing. Dr. Kathy Koch shows how helping students and adults meet their core needs in Christ can transform insecurity and confusion into confidence, belonging, and purpose-driven living.
Join the Impact 360 podcast for an in-depth conversation with Robert Bowman, a leading evangelical scholar on apologetics, theology, and new religious movements. In this episode, we explore the biblical case for the deity of Christ through Bowman's book "The Incarnate Christ and His Critics: A Biblical Defense," co-authored with Ed Komoszewski.
The HANDS Acronym FrameworkBowman introduces the memorable "HANDS" framework for understanding Christ's deity:
- Honors - Divine worship given to Jesus
- Attributes - Divine characteristics (eternality, omnipotence)
- Names - Divine titles (Lord, God, I AM)
- Deeds - Divine actions (creation, miracles, judgment)
- Seat - Sharing God's throne
Key Theological Concepts* The Incarnation: Understanding Jesus as fully God and fully human * The Paradox of Christ: How Jesus can be both eternal and born, divine and human * Early Christian Worship: Evidence that first-century Jewish Christians worshiped Jesus as God from the beginning * The "Big Bang" of Christology: How divine Christology emerged immediately, not gradually
Addressing Common Objections* "Why doesn't Jesus explicitly say 'I am God'?" * "If Jesus is God, who is he praying to?" * "Doesn't 'Son of God' mean Jesus is lesser than God?" * John 1:1 translation debates ("the Word was God" vs. "the Word was a god")
Resources MentionedBooks* "The Incarnate Christ and His Critics: A Biblical Defense" by Robert Bowman and Ed Komoszewski * "Putting Jesus in His Place: The Case for the Deity of Christ" (2007) by the same authors
Websites* Institute for Religious Research: IRR.org - Hundreds of free articles on apologetics, Mormonism, Jehovah's Witnesses, and biblical reliability * Robert Bowman's Personal Site: RobertBowman.net - Blog, book information, and free excerpts
Impact 360 Institute Programs* Propel & Immersion - 1-2 week summer experiences for high school students * Fellows Program - 9-month gap year program for post-high school students * Website: Impact360.org
Host Jonathan Morrow shares insights from Impact 360's nine-month Fellows gap year program, featuring student testimonials about their transformative experiences.
Topics Discussed
Biblical Apologetics & Worldview TrainingCore Questions Explored:
- How do we know Jesus is who He claimed to be?
- Was Jesus God?
- Can you trust the Bible?
- Evidence for Jesus's resurrection
- Has the Bible been corrupted?
- Who chose the books of the Bible and why?
Curriculum: Students work through Jonathan Morrow's book "Questioning the Bible" and develop their own apologetic cases
Student Transformation* Fellows (ages 18-20) taking nine months to invest in spiritual and intellectual formation * Focus areas: knowing Jesus more deeply, character transformation, kingdom influence * Experiential learning in multiple locations: Georgia, Utah, Brazil, and Washington D.C.
1 Chronicles 16: "Oh, give thanks to the Lord. Call upon his name. Make known his deeds among the peoples. Sing to him. Sing praises to him. Speak of all his wonders."
Additional Resources & Links
Impact 360 Institute Website: impact360.org
Donation Page: https://impact360.givevirtuous.org/donate/impact-360-institute-give-today
Online Courses Mentioned:
- Explore Truth
- Explore the Resurrection
Book Referenced: "Questioning the Bible" by Jonathan Morrow
In this episode of the Impact 360 Institute Podcast, host Jonathan Morrow analyzes dramatic new findings from Gen Z Volume 3 research (with Barna Group) about faith dynamics among young men and women. The conversation centers on the surprising trend: young men ages 18–24 are returning to church and recommitting to biblical faith while young women in the same age group are disengaging from organized religion at increasing rates.
Topics Discussed:
- Introduction to biblical worldview and servant leadership
- Review of Gen Z Volume 3 statistics: church attendance, faith identification, gender divide
- Biblical foundation for male and female (Matthew 19:4–6); God’s design for gender
- Why young men are experiencing renewed agency, hope, and church engagement
- Factors behind female Gen Z’s rise in “nones” (no faith affiliation) and moral relativism
- Cultural and educational shifts: college degree gaps, mental health, deaths of despair
- Zero-sum game trap in faith conversations, why both young men and women matter
- “Men have been left behind, women have been lied to."
- Sexual revolution’s consequences for women, featuring Louise Perry’s journey from atheism to Christianity
- How secular scripts have failed young women’s flourishing; marriage and family insights
- Reanimation of meaning among young men, agency in faith, and rising Bible engagement
- Discipleship challenges and practical steps for churches, parents, and leaders
- Encouragement for creating men-friendly spaces, supporting both sexes, and clear gospel teaching
- Resources and programs at Impact 360 Institute for Gen Z students and ongoing research
Additional Links:
Gen Z Volume 3 Research: https://www.barna.com/gen-z-volume-3/
Impact 360 Institute Courses & Conferences: https://www.impact360institute.org/courses/
Article: Gen Z Women’s Faith Trends https://www.barna.com/trends/gen-z-women-struggling-in-faith/
Louise Perry’s Story: https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/reviews/case-against-sexual-revolution-perry/
Social Media & Contact:
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For more resources, episodes, or to support discipleship initiatives, visit Impact360.org.
What can we learn from the legacy of Charlie Kirk? How should Christians think about his public assassination, the gospel opportunities that have followed, and the challenges and opportunities facing the next generation? In this episode, Jonathan Morrow reflects on Charlie Kirk’s impact, the power of forgiveness, the three biblical spheres of family, church, and government, key biblical principles to anchor to in moments like these, and how Gen Z can step forward with clarity, courage, and conviction in this historic moment.
Watch the eyewitness account of our friend Frank Turek as he reflects on being next to Charlie Kirk when he was shot. (YouTube) - https://youtu.be/rVaxvKtw5NQ?si=-2JpqW31aouRB-Lb
Watch the 7 min presentation of the Gospel Frank Turek made at the memorial of Charlie Kirk - https://youtu.be/tDCUOtGJNtM?si=COspBzszwZxZAdfo
Watch Erika Kirk 30 min talk where she forgives her husband's murderer - https://www.youtube.com/live/jAWG_LCRIWc?si=J1TZahOjgAmUwhnO&t=24765
Watch the entire memorial service for Charlie Kirk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jAWG_LCRIWc
(Get Access) Digital Course Discipling Gen Z (Conference Digital Pass) - https://learn.impact360institute.org/genz2025
Jonathan Morrow sits down with Colson Center president John Stonestreet to unpack the new documentary Truth Rising, a timely look at our current “civilizational moment” and a practical call to cultural courage rooted in four anchors: hope, truth, identity, and calling. They preview the film’s free digital premiere, the companion 4-part study (with leader/participant guides), and how churches and families can host watch parties.
Resources & Links
Watch the free premiere (Sept 5) + study guides & watch-party kit: TruthRising.com
Impact 360 programs, courses, and Multiply Fund: Impact360.org
What does it take to disciple Gen Z in a culture of screens, anxiety, and spiritual hunger? In this episode of the Impact 360 Podcast, Jonathan Morrow and Dakota Powell unpack the heart behind the upcoming Leading Gen Z Conference, explore themes from Impact 360’s latest research on Gen Z, and share practical tools to help students develop resilient faith.
Whether you're a parent, pastor, educator, or student, you’ll walk away with encouragement, insight, and action steps for shaping the next generation. Plus—don’t miss a special discount code for the September 11 event at the end of the episode!
🎟 Conference Registration: WhoIsGenZ.com
📘 Gen Z Volume 3 Study (with Barna): Get it at Impact360.org
Connect with Impact 360:
Instagram: @impact360institute
YouTube: Impact 360 Institute
In this episode of the Impact 360 Institute Podcast, Director of Cultural Engagement Jonathan Morrow sits down with Dr. Paul Gould to tackle one of the most common modern myths: that faith and science are in conflict. Together, they unpack why Christianity and scientific inquiry are not only compatible, but how Christianity offers a more compelling explanation for the rationality, order, and wonder we find in the universe.
Resources Mentioned:
A Good and True Story by Dr. Paul Gould
Cultural Apologetics
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In this powerful episode of the Impact 360 Institute Podcast, host Jonathan Morrow sits down with Miles McPherson. Miles shares his raw and redemptive story: from chasing football dreams and finding Christ through the bold witness of teammates.
They unpack what true discipleship looks like, the role of the local church in a divided culture, and why every believer must boldly share the gospel, starting with "just one." Miles also shares wisdom from his book The Third Option, challenging us to honor others by focusing on our similarities rather than our differences. This conversation is filled with encouragement, clarity, and a call to courageous living.
Resources Mentioned:
The Third Option by Miles McPherson
Rock Church San Diego
Impact 360 Institute Online Courses
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In a culture marked by polarization and curiosity, how do we speak clearly and compassionately about life, truth, and God?
In this episode of the Impact 360 Institute Podcast, Jonathan Morrow welcomes Megan Almon, speaker, pro-life apologist, and faculty member at Stand to Reason, for a powerful conversation on how to make the case for life in a post-Roe world. Together, they unpack the importance of asking better questions, how Gen Z is responding to cultural confusion, and why scientific clarity and theological grounding are essential for meaningful dialogue.
Topics Covered:
How Gen Z is engaging with the abortion conversation
The impact of Roe v. Wade’s reversal on state-level discourse
The role of visual media in shaping pro-life perspectives
Building a rational and biblical case for the unborn
Encouraging courage, clarity, and compassion in hard conversations
Whether you're a student, parent, educator, or leader, this episode will help you better understand how to think and talk well in today’s divided but spiritually searching culture.
Resources Mentioned:
Stand to Reason (www.str.org)
Impact 360 Fellows & Summer Experiences
The S.L.E.D. Test for Pro-Life Reasoning
The Gen Z Vol. 3 Research Study by Impact 360
Should Christians Deconstruct Their Faith? Do you have a loved one who is deconstructing their faith, and are you struggling to know how to respond? Are you trying to understand the radical spiritual makeover your friend or family member is going through? Maybe your relationship with a loved one has been strained or even cut off because of your “toxic” Christian beliefs and you don’t know what to do. Maybe you’re experiencing doubt yourself and facing hard questions about truth, God, the Bible, theology and the gospel. In this timely interview Jonathan Morrow talks with popular author and speaker Alisa Childers about these and other important questions.
A movement called ‘deconstruction’ is sweeping through our churches and it is affecting our loved ones. It has disrupted, dismantled, and destroyed the faith of so many, and this book can help you not only understand what’s happening but also stand your ground and respond with clarity and confidence.
Some who leave the faith feel wounded by the church. Others feel repressed by some of the moral imperatives found in Scripture. For some, it leads to a custom-made spirituality. For others, deconstructing their faith leads them away from the truth into agnosticism, atheism, the occult, or humanism.
Get the new book - The Deconstruction of Christianity: What It Is, Why It’s Destructive, and How to Respondby Alisa Childers and Tim Barnett
About the Book:
This book will help you understand what deconstruction is, where it comes from, why it is compelling to some, and how it disorients the lives of so many. You will be able to think through the main issues around faith deconstruction and explore wise and loving ways to respond from a biblical worldview.
How do you develop a more meaningful connection with God? What can we learn from the prayer habits from Christians around the world? Are there patterns that we can learn from to grow in prayer? How can prayer influence our leadership. In this podcast, Jonathan Morrow has a conversation with Ryan Skoog about these and other questions surrounding his new book Lead with Prayer.
In this episode of "Lead with Prayer," we dive into the profound concept of “wasting time with Jesus” and its transformative impact on leadership. Drawing from over 100 interviews with global leaders, we uncover surprising common themes in their prayer habits that can inspire anyone, regardless of their leadership role. At Impact 360, we emphasize that everyone is a leader because everyone has influence, making this discussion relevant to all. We explore the integration of both fast and slow prayers into daily routines, offering practical advice for leaders to maintain a deep, personal prayer life amidst their demanding schedules. Through personal anecdotes, we highlight how intentional prayer has led to significant breakthroughs and served as a foundation during challenging times. Finally, we provide actionable steps for cultivating a culture of prayer within teams and organizations, ensuring that prayer becomes a meaningful and impactful practice for all.
About Ryan Skoog
Ryan has co-founded several travel technology companies, such as Faith Ventures and Yonder Travel Insurance, and he is also the founder and president of VENTURE, a nonprofit that works in the toughest places of the world, serving war refugees, trafficked people, oppressed children, and the unreached. VENTURE has planted thousands of churches that serve in their own communities to rescue girls from trafficking, start farms, and train in microenterprise and feminine hygiene, leading to generational transformation.
Lead with Prayer: The Spiritual Habits of World-Changing Leaders by Ryan Skoog, Peter Greer, and Cameron Doolittle
What does it look like to be biblical and counter-cultural when it comes to walking in unity today? Conversations around race, tolerance, social justice, racial reconciliation, and critical theory can be challenging and confusing, but what does a biblical approach look like? In this podcast, Jonathan Morrow had a conversation with Monique Duson and Krista Bontrager, about their new book Walking in Unity: Biblical Answers to Questions on Race and Racism.
Get a copy of Walking in Unity: Biblical Answers to Questions on Race and Racism
Monique Duson is the President at the Center for Biblical Unity. She has a background in social service and children’s ministry. She has worked with a diverse array of under-served communities. She worked as a Missionary to South Africa for over four years, serving children and teachers impacted by drugs, violence, and trauma. She spent two decades advocating for Critical Race Theory (CRT), but through a series of events, she began to clearly see the contradictions of CRT with the historic Christian worldview. Monique is now convinced that CRT is not the best way to achieve racial unity and actively speaks out against the use of CRT within the church. Monique has appeared on shows such as Relatable (with Allie Beth Stuckey), the Alisa Childers podcast, and Breakpoint (with John Stonestreet). Monique has a BA in Sociology from Biola University, and is pursuing an MA in Public Theology at Birmingham Theological Seminary.
Krista Bontrager is a fourth-generation Bible teacher. She is an author, podcaster, former university professor and homeschool mom. Krista has a BA in Communications from Biola University, and a MA in Theology, and MA in Bible Exposition from Talbot School of Theology. She has worked for almost three decades in various capacities in theology and apologetics, and is the VP of Educational Programs and Biblical Integrity at the Center for Biblical Unity. She is working on a Doctor of Ministry in Apologetics at Birmingham Theological Seminary.
What does it look like to have courage to stand through suffering? What biblical principles can we apply to our lives? How do we order our lives to cultivate a life of courage that will stand in the day of suffering? In this powerful story from former fire chief Kelvin Cochran who was fired for his biblical convictions, you will be inspired and encouraged to stand strong no matter what is going on in your life. In this practical interview, Jonathan Morrow and Kelvin Cochran discuss 5 lessons that help you in times of suffering.
About Kelvin Cochran
Kelvin J. Cochran serves as senior fellow and vice president for Alliance Defending Freedom. In this role, he reports directly to ADF President and CEO Michael Farris. Cochran is responsible for overseeing ADF’s Leadership Development Program, leading
programs that will assist, encourage, and support Christians who are victims of cancel culture attacks; overseeing ADF’s Prayer Initiative Team; and speaking at ADF events to engage and promote ADF’s mission to defend religious liberty. Cochran also supports ADF’s Church and Ministry Alliance by working to increase its partners.
Cochran dedicated over 30 years of his life to fighting fires and protecting the communities in which he’s lived and worked. After being born into extreme poverty in Shreveport, Louisiana, he worked his way up the ranks and became Shreveport’s fire chief in 1999 where he served until he was appointed fire chief for the city of Atlanta, Georgia in 2008.
His exemplary service record drew the attention of President Obama who appointed Cochran as the administrator of the U.S. Fire Administration in 2009, the highest office in the profession. He then resumed his post as Atlanta Fire Chief in 2010.
After the city of Atlanta terminated Cochran’s employment because of his Christian faith and beliefs, ADF represented him in a federal lawsuit. A federal court ruled the city of Atlanta discriminated against Cochran’s religious views and violated his First Amendment rights, and the city of Atlanta agreed to a favorable settlement.
Prior to his role at ADF, Cochran served as chief operating officer of Elizabeth Baptist Church in Atlanta. He is the author of two books, a sought-after public speaker, and is an advocate for religious liberty and unity of the body of Christ.
In this fascinating podcast, we delve deep into the centuries-old mystery surrounding the Shroud of Turin and explore the compelling evidence supporting its authenticity. The Shroud, believed by many to be the burial cloth of Jesus Christ, has intrigued researchers, historians, and believers for generations. Join us as we interview Dr. Jeremiah Johnston, a renowned New Testament scholar, to examine the scientific investigations, forensic analyses, and historical context that shed light on the remarkable features of the Shroud. We also tackle the important question: Is the Shroud of Turin a genuine historical artifact or an elaborate hoax?
Learn more about Dr. Jeremiah Johnston at Christian Thinkers Society
Why didn't Jesus write anything down himself? How many languages did Jesus speak? Jesus was a master storyteller, what can we learn from how Jesus taught and connected with different audiences? In this fascinating interview, Jonathan Morrow interviews Cambridge scholar Dr. Peter Williams on the profound creativity and wisdom of Jesus including how the story of the prodigal son illuminates Jesus’s genius.
In The Surprising Genius of Jesus, Peter J. Williams examines the story of the prodigal son in Luke 15 to show the genius, creativity, and wisdom of Jesus’s teachings. He used simple but powerful stories to confront the Pharisees and scribes of the day, drawing on his knowledge of the Jewish Scriptures to teach his audience through complex layers and themes. Williams challenges those who question whether Jesus really was the source of the parables recorded in the Gospels, pointing readers to the truth of who Jesus is and why that matters for them today.
About Peter Williams
Peter J. Williams (PhD, University of Cambridge) is the principal of Tyndale House, Cambridge, the chair of the International Greek New Testament Project, and a member of the ESV Translation Oversight Committee. He is the author of Can We Trust the Gospels? and Early Syriac Translation Technique and the Textual Criticism of the Greek Gospels.
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You are meant for more. God has called you to live a radical life for Him―one that makes a lasting impact on this world. Like Jesus did. But how is this possible? In this Interview Jonathan Morrow talks with Greg Stier about how to practically do this.
There’s never been anyone in history as radical as Jesus. From the way that He prayed, to how He interacted with sinners, to His sacrificial death on the cross, Jesus was a revolutionary. It’s just who He was. As His followers we are called to be like him. It’s not just something we should aspire to, it’s a reality that we must strive for every day. We can live as Jesus did – be radical like He was – because as Christians, Jesus lives in us and wants to live through us. When Jesus lives his life through us, we begin to do the things that He did. And that’s what Radical Like Jesus is all about – putting into practice the rhythms, activities and actions that Jesus modeled throughout His life.
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Greg Stier is a champion for unleashing this generation with the Gospel. As the founder of Dare 2 Share Ministries, he is driven to help the Church activate Christian teenagers to reach their friends. In the last 30 years, Greg has trained millions of youth leaders and students how to relationally engage their world with the Good News of Jesus. A much sought-after speaker, Greg is a former pastor, church planter, youth leader, as well as the author of numerous books.
What does Christian faithfulness look like in the public square? Should Christians be involved in politics, and how should that affect our voting decisions? How should a biblical worldview influence how we vote? With election season upon us, we've all seen the ads and messages. It's crucial for disciples of Jesus to think Christianly about this (as with every other area of life). In this episode we will explore some biblical principles to keep in mind as you engage and navigate a divided public square as a follower of Christ.
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How does following Jesus make a difference in our work and what are the implications for Gen Z? In this episode of the Impact 360 Institute podcast, Jonathan Morrow sits down with Helen Mitchell, the director at Talbot's Center for Faith, Work, and Economics at Biola University to delve into the vital topic of Faith and Work. Helen shares her perspective on integrating faith with professional life. With her extensive experience in various leadership roles, she offers a compelling perspective on how servant leadership rooted in a biblical worldview can profoundly shape the careers and lives of the next generation.
Learn more about Helen Mitchell and Talbot's Center for Faith, Work, and Economics at Biola University.
You might also enjoy our recent conversation on Who Will the Future Ministry Leaders in the Church Be with Shane Pruitt and Scott Pace
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How do you better understand the New Testament? We all want to read the Bible better and hear from God through his Word confidently. In this podcast, Jonathan Morrow talks with Daniel Hayes about helpful ways to engage the New Testament.
- How should we approach wisdom literature?
- How should we approach Gospel literature?
- How should we approach the New Testament letters?
- How should we approach Revelation?
Daniel Hayes discusses answers these and more in his book Journey into God's Word: Your Guide to Understanding and Applying the Bible, Second Edition
How do you better understand the Old Testament? We all want to read the Bible better and hear from God through his Word confidently. In this podcast, Jonathan Morrow talks with Daniel Hayes about helpful ways to engage the Old Testament.
- What are some best practices when approaching the law?
- Aren't Christians guilty of picking and choosing?
- How should we approach the poetic genre?
- What are some examples of poetic genre?
- What are some best practices when interpreting the prophets?
Daniel Hayes discusses answers these and more in his book Journey into God's Word: Your Guide to Understanding and Applying the Bible, Second Edition
How to better understand and read the Bible. We all want to read the Bible better and hear from God through his Word confidently. In this podcast, Jonathan Morrow talks with Daniel Hayes, we will be talking about how to do that!
- Why is context so important when interpreting the Bible?
- What are some of the best practices when it comes to reading biblical narrative?
- What is an example of a misinterpreted text?
- Why is context so important when interpreting the Bible?
- What role does the Holy Spirit playing interpreting the text?
Daniel Hayes discusses answers these and more in his book Journey into God's Word: Your Guide to Understanding and Applying the Bible, Second Edition
What do you do when God is silent? How do we know Jesus was really raised from the dead? How do we help people take the Bible seriously? How do we embody and talk about our faith in a way that engages others well? How do we love God with all of our minds? In this podcast, Jonathan Morrow interviews Dr. Jeremiah Johnston about these and other common questions to help followers of Jesus have more confidence in their relationship with God.
Dr. Jeremiah Johnston is the author of numerous books including Unanswered, about these and other common questions to help followers of Jesus to have more confidence in their relationship with God.
Jeremiah Johnston serves as the President of Christian Thinkers Society and author of Unanswered: Lasting Truth for Trending Questions, Body of Proof: The 7 Best Reasons to Believe in the Resurrection of Jesus, Unimaginable: What Our World Would Be Like Without Christianity, Unleashing Peace: Experiencing God’s Shalom in Your Pursuit of Happiness. His passion is equipping Christians to give informed accounts of what they believe.
Who will the future ministry leaders in the Church be? There are more protestant pastors over the age of 65 than there are under the age of 40. There is a leadership vacuum in the local church. Where are all of the young leaders in the local church? Is the next generation being challenged to consider if God is calling them to serve in the local church context?
In this podcast, Jonathan interviews Shane Pruitt and Scott Pace on Calling Out the Called .
Ministry leaders are called to teach, serve, and lead. But in leading those under their care, there comes a moment when they recognize the future leaders under their leadership. With this recognition comes an all too familiar question: What comes next?
In Calling Out the Called, Scott Pace and Shane Pruitt answer this question by giving direction, encouragement, and a charge for ministry leaders to recognize the future leaders in their midst and do what needs to be done for the future of ministry: the calling out of the called.
Shane Pruitt serves as the National Next Gen Director for the North American Mission Board (NAMB). He and his wife, Kasi, reside in Rockwall, TX with their six children – Raygen, Harper, Titus, Morris, Elliot, & Glory. He has been in ministry for over 20 years as a church planter, lead pastor, and student pastor. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Biblical Studies, and a Master’s Degree in History.
Scott Pace currently serves as the Provost and Dean of Graduate Studies at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary in Wake Forest, NC where he also teaches as Associate Professor of Preaching and Pastoral Ministry. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from North Carolina State University, a M.Div. and Ph.D. in Applied Theology from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. His ministry as a pastor has extended over 20 years in a variety of full-time and interim capacities through three states. He has been married to his wife, Dana, since 1999. They have four children, Gracelyn, Tyler, and Tessa, and Cassie.
How Should Christians Think About Critical Theory? What is it? Why does it matter? How is it effecting us?
In this Interview with Neil Shenvi and Pat Sawyer, Jonathan Morrow helps us understand what critical theory is, why it is not biblical, and how critical theory and the secular social justice movement is influencing the church, culture, and the next generation.
Contemporary critical theory’s ideas about race, class, gender, identity, and justice have dramatically shaped how people think, act, and view one another—in Christian and secular spheres alike.
In Critical Dilemma, authors Neil Shenvi and Pat Sawyer illuminate the origins and influences of contemporary critical theory, considering it in the light of clear reason and biblical orthodoxy. While acknowledging that it can provide some legitimate insights regarding race, class, and gender, Critical Dilemma exposes the false assumptions at the heart of critical theory, arguing that it poses a serious threat to both the church and society at large.
Drawing on exhaustive research and careful analysis, Shenvi and Sawyer condemn racism, urge Christians to seek biblical justice, and offer a path forward for racial healing and unity while also opposing critical theory’s manifold errors.
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How do you use questions to answer the hardest challenges to Christian faith? When we have spiritual conversations we need to be prepared to be gardeners and harvesters. Both are critical skills to develop for the disciple of Jesus. Greg Koukl is a master gardener. Jonathan interviews Greg Koukl on his newest book Street Smarts: Using Questions to Answer Christianity's Toughest Challenges. Greg is back on the podcast as a follow up to his book Tactics: A Game Plan for Discussing Your Christian Convictions to helps Christians better engage in productive conversations and to handle tough challenges in a straight-forward and a user friendly way, providing practical tools to have spiritual conversations.
Greg Koukl is the Founder and President of Stand to Reason, and the host of the Stand to Reason talk show advocating clear-thinking Christianity and defending the Christian worldview. He’s the author of several books including the excellent Tactics: A Game Plan for Discussing Your Christian Convictions and his new book The Story of Reality: How the World Began, How It Ends, and Everything Important that Happens in Between. Check out Greg and his team online at STR.org.
Listen to previous interviews with Greg Koukl:
Building a Game Plan for Talking About Your Faith with Greg Koukl
What is the Story of Reality with Greg Koukl
Modern culture is increasingly outspoken against a biblical worldview. Jonathan interviews Dr. Rosaria Butterfield on her newest book Five Lies of Our Anti-Christian Age.
In this powerful book, Rosaria Butterfield uses Scripture to confront 5 common lies about sexuality, faith, feminism, gender roles, and modesty often promoted in our secular culture today. Written in the style of a memoir, this book explores Butterfield’s personal battle with these lies—interwoven with cultural studies, literary criticism, and theology—to help readers see the beauty in biblical womanhood, marriage, and motherhood.
Rosaria Butterfield is an author, pastor’s wife, homeschool mom, and former professor of English and women’s studies at Syracuse University. She is the author of The Secret Thoughts of an Unlikely Convert; Openness Unhindered; and The Gospel Comes with a House Key.
Daniel Darling, author of The Characters of Christmas, joins Jonathan Morrow on the podcast to take readers back to the time of Christ’s birth and look at the unusual group of misfits, social outcasts, and often overlooked people in the Christmas story.
With its sparkly lights, piles of gifts, and heartwarming sentiments, it’s easy to be caught up in the flurry of activity at Christmas and forget who is at the center of it all. How do we recapture our love for the Christmas story, for Jesus, and better understand those who played a pivotal role in His birth?
- Joseph: Joseph was a man of simple faithfulness who did the next right thing in front of him. He knew who he was and was committed to Scripture.
- Mary: This young, Jewish peasant girl is at the center of everything. Mary said yes to the hard call of discipleship, even though the circumstances were extraordinary.
- The Innkeeper: The Bible doesn’t mention an innkeeper, but someone must have told Joseph and Mary the inn was full. Regardless, in the end, the innkeeper found room for Jesus.
What do we do when Jesus interrupts our life? Darling also shares insights into the song of the Angels, the shepherds, Herod, Simeon and Anna, Zechariah and Elizabeth, and gives a detailed look into the surprising people in the lineage of Christ. Darling brings each one to life, explores their role in the Christmas story, and digs deep to reveal truths from their lives that impact believers today.
Are Atheists Finding God? Yes! In this episode, Jonathan Morrow interviews Jana Harmon, the author of "Atheists Finding God: Unlikely Stories of Conversions to Christianity in the Contemporary West," on findings drawn from PhD-based research evaluating a broad range of functional and substantive variables influencing religious conversion. Data was collected by both surveying and interviewing fifty educated, skeptical atheists in the contemporary West who once held belief in God and Christianity as implausible, unattractive, and irrelevant. Yet, they became utterly convinced that the Christian faith was true and good, worth personal life commitment.
In this episode, Jonathan Morrow interviews Dr. Christopher Yuan, the author of Holy Sexuality and the Gospel (2020 resource of the year for social issues by Outreach Magazine) and Out of a Far Country, which details his dramatic conversion from an agnostic gay man, who put his identity in his sexuality, to a pastor, Bible professor, and Christian author who now puts his identity in Christ alone.
Dr. Yuan has adapted his book Holy Sexuality into a 12-lesson video series as a biblical resource for parents and their teens to study the topics of sex, sexuality, and gender from a gospel-centered perspective. This resource can be found at The Holy Sexuality Project.
Listen to Jonathan's previous interview with Dr. Christopher Yuan on Holy Sexuality.
In this episode, Jonathan interviews Nancy Pearcey, the author of the upcoming book The Toxic War on Masculinity: How Christianity Reconciles the Sexes. Her most recently published book is Love Thy Body: Answering Hard Questions about Life and Sexuality. Her earlier books include The Soul of Science, Saving Leonardo, Finding Truth, and two ECPA Gold Medallion Award Winners:How Now Shall We Live(coauthored with Harold Fickett and Chuck Colson) and Total Truth. Her books have been translated into 19 languages. She is professor and scholar in residence at Houston Christian University. A former agnostic, Pearcey has spoken at universities such as Princeton, Stanford, USC, and Dartmouth. She has been quoted in The New Yorker and Newsweek, highlighted as one of the five top women apologists by Christianity Today, and hailed in The Economist as "America's pre-eminent evangelical Protestant female intellectual."
Hear previous interviews with Jonathan and Nancy Pearcey on her other books Love Thy Body or Finding Truth.
What is a Woman? Gender confusion is not just growing, it's exploding. In this episode Jonathan Morrow interviews Katie McCoy about how to navigate the Transgender revolution in our culture right now with grace and truth. Here are just some of the issues discussed in this timely and important conversation:
- What is Gender Dysphoria?
- Should Christians use preferred pronouns?
- What are the stages of gender transition?
- Why are other countires banning gender transition surgeries?
- How should churches and pastors respond?
- What is the impact of social media and culture on gender confusion?
- How should parents respond?
- How can we recover a biblical vision for the body as God's good design?
- Why are corporations and companies supporting the Trans ideologies?
- Why we need to listen to the testimonies of "Detransitioners."
- What does a biblical and compassionate response look like?
- Why we need to have courage to say what needs to be said so others will have courage too
“A generation of young women and girls have been swept away by the current of gender ideology, and we are only beginning to see its effects. Behind the headlines, social media campaigns, and political agendas are vulnerable, confused, and often hurting adolescents searching for what it means to be a woman. Only when we confront dominant cultural beliefs with the whole-person vision for humanity in God’s image can we hope to turn the tide."--Katie McCoy
Get your copy of To Be a Woman: The Confusion Over Female Identity and How Christians Can Respond by Katie McCoy
Learn more about Katie McCoy at www.blondeorthodoxy.com
The great abolitionist Frederick Douglass once observed "Liberty is meaningless where the right to utter one's thoughts and opinions cease to exist. That, of all rights, is the dread of tyrants. It is the right which they first of all strike down. They know its power."
Free speech has the power to reveal the truth, expose lies, win hearts, and even change the course of history. And yet, in our current culture, freedom of speech is under attack. So what is free speech, and why does it matter for everyone? What would be the consequence if we lost it?
In this episode of the podcast, Jonathan sits down for an excellent conversation with the CEO, President, and General Counsel of Alliance Defending Freedom, Kristen Waggoner. Join us as Jonathan and Kristen discuss why free speech matters for everyone, how the conversation on free speech is changing, how to respond to challenges to free speech in a divided culture, and much more.
Kristen Waggoner is the CEO, president, and general counsel of Alliance Defending Freedom. She leads the faith-based legal organization in protecting fundamental freedoms and promoting the inherent dignity of all people throughout the U.S. and around the world. Waggoner oversees the efforts of more than 400 ADF team members in seven global offices as well as 4,700 network attorneys engaged in litigation, legislation, training, funding, and public advocacy. ADF also provides legal resources to nearly 4,000 churches and ministries through its Ministry Alliance program and defends the persecuted church in dozens of countries.
You can read more about what Kristen discussed in this interview in her pieces for WORLD here and here, and connect with her and ADF at adflegal.org.
When we think about the word progress, it's a good word...right? We want to progress in our faith. But Progressive Christianity is the view that Christianity itself is "progressing" and changing. In this episode, Alisa Childers explains the idea of Progressive Christianity, and how this view fundamentally misunderstands the key issues of the Bible, the cross, and the gospel.
Alisa Childers is a wife, a mom, an author, a blogger, a speaker, and a worship leader. She was a member of the award-winning CCM recording group ZOEgirl. She is the author of several books including Another Gospel?: A Lifelong Christian Seeks Truth in Response to Progressive Christianity and Live Your Truth and Other Lies: Exposing Popular Deceptions That Makes Us Anxious, Exhausted, and Self-Obsessed.
You can find more and connect with Alisa online at alisachilders.com.
In this podcast, Jonathan Morrow and the founder of Techless, Chris Kaspar, will thoughtfully explore this important question. What are the implications of social media and smart phone use for everyone? For us personally? For our families? What about teens in particular? What does it look like to submit our devices to the Lord? Is this part of our understanding discipleship? In this insightful and timely conversation around technology and pursuing the things that matter most, you’ll find some help and encouragement to more wisely navigate your digital world.
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How do we reclaim the values that allow our families – and future generations – to flourish?
Are you ready to identify, transfer, and preserve your family values? Trudy Cathy White shares with us about how to do these things.
Trudy Cathy White's latest book A Legacy That Lasts releases on January 17th.
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Are you ready to identify, transfer, and preserve your family values? Trudy Cathy White shares with us about her book released on January 17th A Legacy that Lasts on how to reclaim the values that allow our familes to flourish.
More information on Trudy’s life and family can be found at trudycathywhite.com.
How do we know we have a soul and why does it matter? In this Impact Answers, Sean McDowell talks about why it is reasonable to believe we have a soul and why that matters to us as followers of Jesus.
What are the most important prophecies that point to Jesus the Messiah? What we see are ancient prophecies that anticipate the coming of Jesus predicted hundreds of years before these events actually took place. And in this fascinating conversation between Jonathan Morrow and Dr. David Mishkin we discuss some of the most important prophecies about Jesus the Messiah, as well as the importance of understanding the Jewish cultural background. To better grasp, understand and apply the passages that deal with the coming, life, and ministry of Jesus.
It is no longer a novelty to say that Jesus was a Jew. The term “Jewish Roots” has become a buzzword in modern day language. What does the Jewishness of Jesus actually mean and why is it important? Dr. David Mishkin’s work in A Handbook on the Jewish Roots of the Christian Faith addresses those questions. In the companion Handbook on the Jewish Roots of the Gospels surveys the historical, theological, and practical issues that arise when the Gospels are read as Jewish literature. The Jewish context of Jesus and his movement is better understood today thanks to archaeology, the ongoing publication of ancient texts, and changes in the way scholars think about Jewish society in late antiquity.
In case you missed the episode on important archaeological discoveries confirming the existence and ministry of Jesus, you can listen here.
Dr. David Mishkin serves on the faculty of Israel College of the Bible in Netanya, Israel.
No other figure has impacted history like Jesus. Yet today, he’s often seen as a mythical character whose legend increased over time. So what does the historical and archaeological evidence say about Jesus?
Dr. Titus Kennedy is a field archaeologist working primarily with sites and materials of the ancient Near East and Mediterranean world. He has been involved in excavations and survey projects at several archaeological sites in biblical lands and he has conducted artifact research at museums and collections around the world. His archaeological interests include biblical archaeology, the interplay between ancient documents and the archaeological record, experimental archaeology, ancient demography, and the similarities between cultures of antiquity.
Dr. Titis Kennedy is a Research Fellow at the Discovery Institute, teaches as an Adjunct Professor at Biola University, and has been a consultant, writer, and guide for history and archaeology documentaries and curricula. He is a valuable contributor to Shepherds’ Theological Seminary where he also serves as an Adjunct Professor and as a Field Archaeologist.
Dr. Titus Kennedy has investigated firsthand the discoveries connected to Jesus’ birth, ministry, crucifixion, and resurrection and has visited and excavated where Jesus walked, and examined the artifacts connected to Jesus’ life. In Excavating the Evidence for Jesus: The Archaeology an dHistory of Christ and the Gospels, he presents an up-to-date and comprehensive overview of the research and findings that illuminate the historicity of Christ as presented in the Bible.
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In our world and culture, there’s a lot of confusion around the topic of sex. But what is God’s design for sexuality? In this episode of the Impact 360 Podcast, Dr. Christopher Yuan defines “holy sexuality," a term that he coined to help people understand sexuality in light of the gospel, and how God’s design is good news for everyone.
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Are you tired of feeling like you have to check social media to find out what you’re supposed to think? Are you weary of the latest self-help books that promise to set you free but only imprison you with laundry lists of studies to consider, positive affirmations to recite, and Facebook groups to join?
We’ve all seen the memes that populate the internet: live your truth, follow your heart, you only have one life to live. They sound nice and positive. But what if these slogans are actually lies that unhinge us from reality and leave us anxious and exhausted?
In this podcast interview, Another Gospel? author Alisa Childers helps us to examine modern lies that are disguised as truths in today’s culture. Everyday messages of peace, fulfillment, and empowerment swirl around social media. On the surface, they seem like sentiments of freedom and hope, but in reality they are deeply deceptive.
There is a better way. Uncover the common lies repeated within progressive circles, hold on to the soul-restoring truths that God’s Word offer and be empowered to live the way your Creator designed you.
Order a copy Live Your Truth (and Other Lies) to go deeper.
How do you share Jesus with your mormon friends and family?
One of our greatest challenges as Christians is sharing the truth with those who believe they’ve already found it. When witnessing to current or former members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, it’s essential that you can compassionately delineate biblical teachings from Mormon doctrine while tactfully advocating for Christ.
In this podcast interview, Jonathan Morrow has a practical conversation with Eric Johnson on how to do this.
For every believer who prays for loved ones in the LDS Church—or loved ones who gave up on religion after leaving Mormonism—Introducing Christianity to Mormons is the guidebook you need to witness to them. Inside this book, you’ll find real-life conversations that give you helpful ideas for what to say in your discussions contrast points between Mormonism and Christianity that illuminate God’s truth biblical apologetics that allow you to minister to former LDS members wounded by their experience with the Church Get ready to present the case for Christianity with confidence and grace.
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Listen to this other conversation we had with Eric Johnson on our podcast here.
How do you share Jesus with your Mormon friends and family?
One of our greatest challenges as Christians is sharing the truth with those who believe they’ve already found it. When witnessing to current or former members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, it’s essential that you can compassionately delineate biblical teachings from Mormon doctrine while tactfully advocating for Christ.
In this podcast interview, Jonathan Morrow has a practical conversation with Eric Johnson on how to do this.
For every believer who prays for loved ones in the LDS Church—or loved ones who gave up on religion after leaving Mormonism—Introducing Christianity to Mormons is the guidebook you need to witness to them. Inside this book, you’ll find real-life conversations that give you helpful ideas for what to say in your discussions, contrast points between Mormonism and Christianity that illuminate God’s truth, and biblical apologetics that allow you to minister to former LDS members wounded by their experience with the Church. Get ready to present the case for Christianity with confidence and grace.
Learn more and get your copy here!
Listen to this other conversation we had with Eric Johnson on our podcast here.
It's no secret that our culture is divided on the subject of race. Conversations on the subject often become contentious and unhelpful. So how do we pursue unity in a culture that's so divided?
This week on the Impact 360 Institute podcast we're joined by Dr. Tony Evans to talk about pursuing and embracing oneness in a culture that's divided. Join us as we talk about how we got here, how to "live in the windshield, not the rearview", how to talk with each other instead of past each other, the idea of "Kingdom Race Theology" as greater than Critical Race Theory, why true justice matters, and what happens we see Christians truly pursue unity.
Dr. Tony Evans is the founder and senior pastor of Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship in Dallas, founder and president of The Urban Alternative and author of over 100 books, booklets and Bible studies including Oneness Embraced, and Kingdom Race Theology. The first African American to earn a doctorate of theology from Dallas Theological Seminary, he has been named one of the 12 Most Effective Preachers in the English-Speaking World by Baylor University. Dr. Evans holds the honor of writing and publishing the first full-Bible commentary and study Bible by an African American. His radio broadcast, The Alternative with Dr. Tony Evans, can be heard on over 1,400 radio outlets daily and in more than 130 countries. Dr. Evans’ sermons are also streamed and downloaded over 20,000,000 times annually.
To learn more about Impact 360 Institute, please visit impact360.org.
Can your favorite movies reveal God? Join us this week for a discussion with Dr. Frank Turek about his brand new book Hollywood Heroes: How Your Favorite Movies Reveal God and learn about how some of our favorite stories point to the greatest story ever told.
Dr. Frank Turek is a dynamic speaker and award-winning author or coauthor of four books: Stealing from God: Why Atheists Need God to make their Case, I Don’t Have Enough Faith to be an Atheist, Correct, Not Politically Correct and Legislating Morality. As the President of CrossExamined.org, Frank presents powerful and entertaining evidence for Christianity at churches, high schools and at secular college campuses that often begin hostile to his message. He has also debated several prominent atheists including Christopher Hitchens and David Silverman, president of American Atheists.
Frank has a master’s degree from the George Washington University and a doctorate from Southern Evangelical Seminary. He and his wife, Stephanie, are blessed with three grown sons.
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Roe v. Wade has been overturned returning the issue of abortion to the states. As Christians, how should we respond to this historic decision?
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Impact 360 Podcast listeners, we are so excited to introduce you to one of our favorite resources this week! Impact Answers is our series where we give quick answers to some of life's biggest questions. Now you'll be able to listen to these right in your podcast feed. Join us this week as Dr. Ryan Anderson answers the question "What is religious liberty?"
Ryan T. Anderson, Ph.D., is the President of the Ethics and Public Policy Center, and the Founding Editor of Public Discourse, the online journal of the Witherspoon Institute of Princeton, New Jersey.
He is the author or co-author of five books, including the forthcoming Tearing Us Apart: How Abortion Harms Everything and Solves Nothing. Previous books include When Harry Became Sally: Responding to the Transgender Moment, Truth Overruled: The Future of Marriage and Religious Freedom, What Is Marriage? Man and Woman: A Defense, and Debating Religious Liberty and Discrimination.
For 9 years he was the William E. Simon senior research fellow at The Heritage Foundation, and has served as an adjunct professor of philosophy and political science at Christendom College, and a Visiting Fellow at the Veritas Center at Franciscan University. He has also served as an assistant editor of First Things.
Follow him on Twitter at @RyanTAnd and for his latest essays and videos you can follow his public Facebook page.
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What will (and won't) work in leading the next generation and helping them to build a lasting faith?
This week on the podcast Jonathan and Mitch talk about how to lead Gen Z students in a way that will help them build a faith that actually lasts. Join us as we talk about how to address the moral and spiritual confusion in our culture, the crisis of knowledge, what won't work in leading Gen Z, the three things that every teenager needs for a lasting faith, and more.
This episode of the podcast is part of a companion series with our new book, Know. Be. Live. : a 360˚ Approach to Discipleship in a Post-Christian Era.The book is out now wherever books are sold. Order today!
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We all have problems. Many people today are stuck in unhealthy and unwanted behaviors, thoughts, and relationship patterns. You may have unresolved hurts, live with a constant sense of shame, or struggle with how you see God. It can be easy to feel hopeless or like there's no way out. So how do we overcome our struggles and find health and wholeness?
The truth is that there is hope and there are real answers that can bring lasting freedom. This week on the podcast Jonathan sits down with Josh McDowell and Ben Bennett to discuss their new book Free to Thrive: How Your Hurt, Struggles, and Deepest Longings Can Lead to a Fulfilling Life. Join us this week as we talk about struggles that people are experiencing in the church today and how people are coping, the God-given needs and longings that we all have in common, how Christians can experience healing from unresolved hurts, and encouragement on how to overcome our unwanted behaviors and engage our unmet longings.
Josh McDowell has shared the gospel with over 45 million people across the globe through his work with Cru and the global outreach of Josh McDowell Ministry. He is a leading figure in the Christian Apologetics movement and is the author or coauthor of over 150 books, including the classic Evidence That Demands a Verdict and the new book Free to Thrive. You can find Josh online at josh.org.
Ben Bennett is an author, speaker, and the Director of Resolution Movement - a global movement helping young people overcome hurts and struggles to thrive in life. He also partners with world-renowned therapists and ministry leaders to help individuals young and old understand and work through the underlying factors driving the unhealthy patterns in their lives. He has been a staff member of Josh McDowell Ministry since 2017.
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How do we connect with the next generation? The way that we answer that question is foundational if we want to disciple the next generation well. So how do we connect with Gen Z? Should we try to be "relevant"?
This week on the podcast Jonathan sits down with Dr. Gene Fant, author of the chapter "Faith, Truth, and the Problem of Irrelevance" in the brand new book Know. Be. Live. : a 360˚ Approach to Discipleship in a Post-Christian Era. Join us this week as we talk about the quest for significance and relevance, the problem of "spectacle over substance", and opportunities for the Church to be agents of grace and truth.
Dr. Gene Fant and his wife, Lisa, are the proud parents of twins – Ethan and Emily. He currently serves as President of North Greenville University in Tigerville, South Carolina. Previously, Dr. Fant was provost and chief academic officer of Palm Beach Atlantic University, and former executive vice president and dean of faculty at Union University.
Dr. Fant holds a certificate in educational management from Harvard University Graduate School of Education. He is a writer who recently published a book entitled The Liberal Arts: A Student’s Guide, and occasionally contributes blog posts to the Chronicle of Higher Education and First Things.
This episode of the podcast is part of a companion series with our new book, Know. Be. Live. : a 360˚ Approach to Discipleship in a Post-Christian Era.The book is out now wherever books are sold. Order today!
Does Jesus still matter in a world that rejects the Bible? Can the truth about Jesus be uncovered, even without a body or a crime scene? If we didn't have the New Testament, would we know anything about Jesus at all?
This week on the podcast Jonathan sits down with our friend J. Warner Wallace to discuss his new book Person of Interest: Why Jesus Still Matters in a World that Rejects the Bible . Join us as we discuss how to make the case for Jesus from history alone, the impact that Jesus of Nazareth had on human history, how Messianic prophesies came true in history, and why Jesus absolutely still matters.
J. Warner Wallace is a cold-case homicide detective, popular national speaker, and best-selling author. He continues to consult on cold-case investigations while serving as a Senior Fellow at the Colson Center for Christian Worldview. He is also an adjunct professor of apologetics at Biola University and a faculty member at Summit Ministries. J. Warner was a conscientious and vocal atheist until the age of thirty-five when he took a serious and expansive look at the evidence for the Christian Worldview and determined that Christianity was demonstrably true. After becoming a Christ-follower in 1996, Jim continued to take an evidential approach to truth as he examined the Christian worldview. He eventually earned a Master’s Degree in Theological Studies from Golden Gate Baptist Theological Seminary. He is the author of several best-selling books including Cold-Case Christianity, God's Crime Scene, and his brand new book Person of Interest. You can connect with Jim online at coldcasechristianity.com .
The greatest commandment, Jesus said, is to love. In light of that, our conversations about discipling the next generation have to take love into account. So, what is love and why does it matter?
This week on the podcast Jonathan sits down with our friend Dr. Stonestreet to discuss the importance of defining and ordering loves. Join us this week as we discuss the importance of defining our terms, why love is more than just feelings and sentimentality, properly ordering the things we love, helping Gen Z to love well, and a lot more!
John Stonestreet serves as President of the Colson Center for Christian Worldview. He’s a sought-after author and speaker on areas of faith and culture, theology, worldview, education and apologetics. John is the daily voice of BreakPoint, the nationally syndicated commentary on the culture founded by the late Chuck Colson. He is also the voice of the Point, a daily one-minute feature on worldview, apologetics and cultural issues. Before coming to the Colson Center in 2010, John served in various leadership capacities with Summit Ministries and was on the biblical studies faculty at Bryan College (TN). John has co-authored four books: A Practical Guide to Culture, Restoring All Things, Same-Sex Marriage, and Making Sense of Your World: A Biblical Worldview. John holds degrees from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School (IL) and Bryan College (TN). He and his wife, Sarah, have four children and live in Colorado Springs, CO. Connect with John at BreakPoint.org, or follow him on Twitter (@jbstonestreet).
This episode of the podcast is part of a companion series with our new book, Know. Be. Live. : a 360˚ Approach to Discipleship in a Post-Christian Era.The book is out now wherever books are sold. Order today!
How can we avoid both overprotection and underprotection as we parent and lead Gen Z?
Are the parents of Gen Z more overprotective or underprotective? Studies say...both. In our recent study with Barna, we found that the parents of Gen Z are often simultaneously overinvolved and too detached. So how do we find the middle ground for providing support for Gen Z that is both engaged and appropriately connected?
This week on the podcast Jonathan sits down with Dr. Stephanie Shackelford, author of the chapter "Gen Z's Overprotective, Unprotective Parents" in the brand new book Know. Be. Live. : a 360˚ Approach to Discipleship in a Post-Christian Era. Join us this week as we talk about traits of overprotective and underprotective parents, the influence of media and technology and the importance of a parent's presence in it, and the way forward from double-mindedness to a single focus.
Through her work as a writer, researcher, and coach, Dr. Stephanie Shackelford helps people identify and take hold of their purpose. She is the author of You on Purpose: Discover Your Calling and Create the Life You Were Meant to Live, a contributing author for Christians at Work: Examining the Intersection of Calling and Career and Know, Be, Live: A 360 Degree Approach to Discipleship in a Post-Christian Era, and a Senior Fellow at Barna Group, primarily studying vocation and calling.
In 2012, she founded a career coaching company and has since helped hundreds of students, recent graduates, and working professionals live into their purpose. Stephanie received her Ed.D. from Northeastern University and her M.Ed. and B.S. from Vanderbilt University, where she is also an Adjunct Instructor. She lives with her husband and two children in Georgia. You can connect with Dr. Shackelford at https://www.stephshackelford.com/
This episode of the podcast is part of a companion series with our new book, Know. Be. Live. : a 360˚ Approach to Discipleship in a Post-Christian Era.The book is out now wherever books are sold. Order today!
How do we help Gen Z pursue authentic Kingdom diversity?
Gen Z is the most ethnically diverse generation in American history. With the ethnic diversity of the next generation come unique opportunities and challenges that Gen Z must deal with. So how can we help Gen Z pursue authentic Kingdom diversity? How can we lead the next generation to pursue racial unity as God intended? On this episode of the podcast, Jonathan sits down with author and speaker Melissa Pellew to discuss real solutions and a way forward for helping Gen Z choose unity rather than division. Join us as we talk about why diversity is a discipleship issue, the ideas affecting Gen Z's view of diversity, how secular social theories sometimes lead to more division, how to approach the conversation in a gospel-centered way, and why diversity is ultimately God's idea.
Melissa Pellew is Co-Chapter Director and Community Apologist with Ratio Christi at Winthrop University (Rock Hill, SC) and in Ratio Christi College Prep ministry to youth. Through the ministry of Ratio Christi, she is equipping students to defend the Christian faith, as well as engaging unbelieving and skeptical students on the truth of Christianity using science, history, and philosophy. She regularly speaks at conferences and events on a variety of apologetic and worldview issues. She has also been involved in biblical racial unity advocacy and pro-life activism in various leadership and training capacities for the last 15 years.
This episode of the podcast is part of a companion series with our new book, Know. Be. Live. : a 360˚ Approach to Discipleship in a Post-Christian Era.The book is out now wherever books are sold. Order today!
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How do you cultivate a holistic worldview in the next generation?
This week on the Impact 360 Institute podcast, Jonathan sits down with Dr. Nathan Finn to discuss how we can disciple the next generation by helping them develop a holistic biblical worldview. Join us this week as we talk about why worldview is important, practical ways to disciple teenagers, how to have better conversations with the Gen Z'ers in our lives, how screens relate to Gen Z and discipleship, and more.
Dr. Nathan Finn serves as provost and dean of the university faculty at North Greenville University. He is the author/editor of 10 books, his latest being Historical Theology for the Church (B&H Academic, 2021). He is also an ordained minister who preaches regularly in local congregations. Nathan has been married to Leah for over 20 years and has 4 children.
This episode of the podcast is part of a companion series with our new book, Know. Be. Live. : a 360˚ Approach to Discipleship in a Post-Christian Era.The book is out on October 12th wherever books are sold. Order today!
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What would a 360˚ approach to discipleship in a post-Christian era look like?
In this episode of the Impact 360 Institute podcast we're talking with John Basie, the editor of our brand new book Know. Be. Live. : a 360˚ Approach to Discipleship in a Post-Christian Era. Join us this week as we talk about why we need this new book now, how we raise up a new generation of students to be ambassadors for Christ, the cultural aspects that are shaping today's students, and how to have a holistic approach to making disciples in our post-Christian culture. Listen in, and pre-order Know. Be. Live. here, out on October 12th!
John D. Basie (Ph.D., Baylor University) serves as director of the Masters Experience at Impact 360 Institute in Pine Mountain, Georgia. He also holds a faculty appointment with North Greenville University as an affiliated professor of leadership. John has served in various leadership capacities in Christian higher education since 1997. One of his gifts is coaching undergraduates, graduate students, and young professionals in a process to identify their strengths and God-given callings.
He is a certified executive coach who has facilitated leadership development seminars in both the for-profit and nonprofit sectors. John is a member of the Evangelical Theological Society. He is the author of Your College Launch Story: Six Things Every Parent Must Do (2016). He resides in Pine Mountain, Georgia, with his wife of nearly twenty-five years, Marana, and their three teenage children. John and his family are members of St. Andrews Presbyterian Church (PCA) in Columbus, GA.
What are 3 myths about marriage that the next generation needs to understand? Join us this week as we talk with our friend Sean McDowell, professor at Biola University and author of Chasing Love about how to have healthy relationships and the purpose of biblical marriage.
Sean McDowell is a professor at Biola University and the author of several books including Chasing Love: Sex, Love, and Relationships in a Confused Culture. You can connect with Sean online at seanmcdowell.org.
What does a biblical approach to ethnic unity look like? Why is it important to pursue racial unity, and why is that important now in our particular cultural moment. How do we frame all of this in light of Scripture?
This week on the podcast we sit down with our friends Monique Duson and Krista Bontrager from the Center for Biblical Unity to talk about their brand new resource Reconciled: A Biblical Approach to Racial Unity. Join us as we discuss how to pursue this issue in light of biblical principles, and talk about what identity, family, and unity look like in the kingdom of God.
Monique Duson and Krista Bontrager are the founders of The Center for Biblical Unity and the hosts of the All the Things Podcast. You can learn more about Monique and Krista and their work at CFBU here and order the new resource Reconciled here.
In an age of outrage, how can we guard our hearts on social media? How can we use social media well? In this episode of the podcast, Jonathan talks about how we can increase our followership of Jesus in our digital world.
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How do we help Gen Z find truth in a confused culture? In this episode of the podcast, Jonathan talks about some of our recent Gen Z research with Barna, and how we can help the next generation find and follow the truth in a confused culture.
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Does God care about social justice? Join us this week as we discuss this important topic with our friend Thaddeus Williams, author of Confronting Injustice without Compromising Truth.
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Is progressive Christianity "another gospel"? What do we mean when we say "progressive Christianity", and how is different than historic Christianity? What is deconstruction? Is it the same thing as doubt? How do we think deeply about the true gospel and deal with doubt well?
Recently you might have seen terms like "progressive Christianity" or "deconstruction", especially online. But is progressive Christianity synonymous with the historical, biblical Christian faith, or is it something else entirely?
Today on the podcast Jonathan sits down with our good friend Alisa Childers, author of the new book Another Gospel?: A Lifelong Christian Seeks Truth in Response to Progressive Christianity. Join us as we answer all of these questions about progressive Christianity, hear more about Alisa's story, discuss how to doubt and question the Bible well, how to respond to the progressive Christian movement in a manner that's gracious and persuasive and more.
Alisa Childers is a wife, a mom, an author, a blogger, a speaker, and a worship leader. She was a member of the award-winning CCM recording group ZOEgirl. Alisa is a sought after speaker at apologetics conferences and is the author of the new book Another Gospel?: A Lifelong Christian Seeks Truth in Response to Progressive Christianity. You read Alisa's blog and listen to her podcast online at alisachilders.com and subscribe to her channel on YouTube.
You can also see some of Alisa's teaching on our free resource for leading the next generation on Gen Z Lab. Learn more at impact360.org.
Why do questions of identity drive so much of the cultural conversation today?
The sense of self has always been a driving force in culture, but it seems that our modern culture is absolutely obsessed with issues of identity. How did we get to this point? Why is it that identity and the sense of self have gained so much traction, especially in the next generation when it comes to sex and gender. In this episode of the Impact 360 Institute Podcast, Jonathan sits down with Dr. Carl Trueman, author of the new book The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self: Cultural Amnesia, Expressive Individualism, and the Road to Sexual Revolution. Join us as we talk with Dr. Trueman about how our culture has arrived at this point, the role of cultural imagination and the sexual revolution, why it's important for us to understand and engage with our cultural moment, and how to have courage in a post-Christian culture.
Dr. Carl R. Trueman (PhD, University of Aberdeen) is professor of biblical and religious studies at Grove City College. He is an esteemed church historian and previously served as the William E. Simon Fellow in Religion and Public Life at Princeton University. Trueman has authored or edited more than a dozen books, including The Creedal Imperative; Luther on the Christian Life; and Histories and Fallacies. Trueman is a member of The Orthodox Presbyterian Church.
What does the latest research tell us about how Gen Z is doing as a generation? How is their emotional life? What is their relationship with technology? What do they think about faith and what it looks like to practice it?
Over the past several years, we've gotten to work with our friends at Barna researching Gen Z and learning about how to help them think about God and live out their faith with confidence. In this episode of the podcast, Jonathan shares 4 surprising insights from our brand new report Gen Z Vol. 2: Caring for Young Souls and Cultivating Resilience. Listen in as we talk about these new things that we've learned about Gen Z including mental health, Gen Z's relationships to screens and technology, how social media affects them, and more.
For more on Gen Z, pick up the new Gen Z Vol. 2 and register for our FREE online resource Gen Z Lab. The first episode of Season 3 is out now with our friend Sean McDowell!
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How do we become more like Jesus in the New Year? As Christ-followers, we are called to be conformed to the image of Jesus, so what are some practical ways that we can do that?
In our first podcast of 2021, Jonathan helps us think biblically about our "New Year's Resolutions" by using the VIM Pattern from Dallas Willard's Renovation of the Heart. Let's start this year by expanding our vision for life with God, and arranging our lives around what it would take to make that kind of life happen.
We'd also love for you to start your year with us learning more about the next generation! We are thrilled to announce the launch of Gen Z Vol. 2: Caring for Young Souls and Cultivating Resilience. On January 27th, we'll have a virtual launch experience where we'll talk about the new book and share some of our findings. You don't want to miss it! You can register for the event at whoisgenz.com.
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How can Christians teach and talk about sexual purity in a way that's relevant today? What does the Bible say about love and sex? What does it say about marriage and singleness?
The world has a lot to say about love, sex, and relationships. The love that the world tells us to pursue is all about self and about following your heart’s desires. But what is the Christian worldview on love? This week on the podcast Jonathan sits down with our friend Sean McDowell to talk about his new book Chasing Love: Sex, Love, and Relationships in a Confused Culture. Join us as we talk about God's design for sex, why we desire to be loved, what Jesus says about singleness, recovering from sexual brokenness, what sexual purity looks like in 2020, and tons more!
Sean McDowell is a gifted communicator with a passion for equipping the church, and in particular young people, to make the case for the Christian faith. He connects with audiences in a tangible way through humor and stories while imparting hard evidence and logical support for viewing all areas of life through a biblical worldview. Sean is an associate professor in the Christian Apologetics program at Biola University. You can pre-order Sean's new book Chasing Love here and find his many other works here. You can also connect with Sean and read his blog at seanmcdowell.org.
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How do you grow in discernment in a culture of confusion, and many times outright deception?
There are tons and tons of messages that we are inundated with every single day. Between social media, entertainment, news outlets, and lots more, we're constantly hearing different stories. So how do we as Christians grow in discernment in a culture that is so confused? This week on the podcast, Jonathan gives us some really timely advice on how to do just that. Join us this week as we talk about the importance of defining our terms, renewing our minds with the Scriptures, reading and evaluating messages in context, and more!
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In 2020, COVID-19 has given people an unexpected opportunity to think about what it means to be human and valuable, and how to protect the vulnerable. And yet, people are as divided as ever about the issue of abortion. As Christians, how should we think about and articulate the pro-life conversation in our current cultural moment?
Morally speaking, the pro-life issue is simple. The unborn are human, and abortion ends that human life. But abortion is also an issue that touches many others. In our current landscape, abortion touches so many different ideas that it can be difficult and complex to navigate. This week on the podcast, Jonathan sits down with Megan Almon of Life Training Institute to discuss how to articulate and defend the pro-life view in 2020. Join us as we discuss how to avoid an "us vs. them" mentality, the importance of framing things well in conversation, understanding the issue of abortion from a legal and judicial point of view, and how to move forward in a loving way. You can also find our previous conversation with Megan about making the case for life here.
Megan Almon has trained tens of thousands of individuals in the U.S. and abroad to articulate and defend the pro-life view since joining Life Training Institute as a speaker in 2009. As a wife, mom, athlete, artist, avid reader, and teacher, she has a unique perspective that endears her to any audience. Megan was part of the 2002 SEC championship women’s gymnastics team at the University of Georgia. She worked as an award-winning journalist until 2008 and was awarded a Master of Arts degree in Christian Apologetics from Biola University in 2011. Megan and her husband, Tripp, who serves as Director of Programs and Semester with Summit Ministries, have been married since 2003 and have two children, Neely and Rogan. Megan enjoys spending time with her family at their home in Manitou Springs, Co., and is still known to practice handstands in her kitchen. She has served as faculty at Summit Ministries and Impact 360 Institute. You can find out more about Megan and LTI at prolifetraining.com.
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Why is it important for the next generation to share their faith? How can faith leaders train Gen Z to evangelize and share the Gospel? How can we help teens see sharing their faith as "normal"?
According to our recent study, only about 4% of Gen Z students have a biblical worldview, and more than half of teens (58%) believe that many religions can lead to God, and there is not "one true religion". Because of this, it can sometimes be scary for the next generation to share their faith, which has led to a lack of evangelism within the next generation. Many of us can relate! But Jesus has called us to share our faith and make disciples. How do we train next generation Christians to share their faith with their peers?
This week on the podcast Jonathan sits down with Greg Stier, Founder and CEO of Dare 2 Share, a ministry that equips teens to share their faith and builds youth ministries that advance the Gospel. Jonathan and Greg talk about a framework for helping teens to share the Gospel, how to start a conversation about God, why it's so important for us to share the Gospel, how to help Gen Z see evangelism as normal, and more.
Greg Stier is the Founder and CEO of Dare 2 Share and Lead THE Cause, and is the author of several books including Gospelize Your Youth Ministry. Through his ministry, Greg has trained over a million teens to share their faith and start Gospel movements. You can find more resources from Greg at Dare2Share.org, including the Life in 6 Words mobile app, free downloadable tools, and the Gospelize podcast.
How do we keep a clear mind with a big picture perspective when circumstances are constantly changing? How do we remain faithful to God in the midst of our current difficult circumstances?
This week on the podcast, we're reflecting on the life and lessons of Dr. J.I. Packer, the author of Knowing God and many other Christian classics.
Earlier this summer, one of our heroes in the faith, Dr. J.I. Packer went to be with the Lord at the age of 93. Dr. Packer was truly a gift to the Church, and some of his best lessons are found in his excellent work, Knowing God. This week on the podcast we're talking through some lessons from that book about how to keep a kingdom perspective, the difference between optimism and biblical hope, and how we can trust God in the midst of difficult circumstances.
When things get hard, we can sometimes lose sight of what's really important. At Impact 360 Institute, we're here to be an ally for you as we grow in knowing God together, even in the midst of uncertainty.
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How do we have honest, respectful, and Bible-centered conversations on race and unity? What do we do with our fears of saying or doing the wrong thing, or not saying or doing the right thing? How do we bring together empathy, care, and appropriate action on one hand, and careful thinking using biblical categories and goals on the other?
In his letter to the Ephesians, Paul writes this: “I, therefore, a prisoner for the Lord, urge you to walk in a manner worthy of the calling to which you have been called, with all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another in love, eager to maintain the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace. There is one body and one Spirit—just as you were called to the one hope that belongs to your call— one Lord, one faith, one baptism, one God and Father of all, who is over all and through all and in all" (Eph. 4:1-6). Paul's message here is one that urges the Ephesians to pursue unity with God and one another. In our current cultural moment, this timeless message of unity is one that we desperately need.
The conversations going on in our world right now in regard to race and unity are crucial. But how do we have these conversations in a way that is both helpful and biblical? You may be running into this problem of wanting to help, but being afraid to say or do the wrong thing. That's why this week on the podcast Jonathan sits down with our new friend Monique Duson, the president and founder of The Center for Biblical Unity. Join us this week as we discuss why it's important to start with the idea that God gives us our identity, how to think carefully about race using biblical categories, the differences between the gospel and critical race theory, how to move forward in biblical unity, and much more!
Monique Duson is the founder and president of The Center for Biblical Unity, which aims to use Scripture to define humanity, race, racism, and justice. Monique's vision is to promote a vision for racial healing based on the historic Christian worldview. She has a BA in Sociology from Biola University and is currently pursuing an MA in Theology from Talbot School of Theology. Monique contributed to the upcoming book Confronting Injustice Without Compromising Truth, and is hosting the first annual UP conference with Women in Apologetics. You can connect with Monique and CFBU at centerforbiblicalunity.com.
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The Third Option by Miles McPherson and Oneness Embraced by Tony Evans.
How should Christians respond to the killing of George Floyd?
Like us, you may have watched the video of George Floyd’s death and were horrified by it. And like us, you may be asking questions like “What can be said that will help?” and “What can be done?” It’s clear that not saying anything is absolutely not an option. But how can Christians respond in a way that is helpful?
This week on the podcast, we’re sharing a message from Dr. Tony Evans that is challenging, helpful, and timely. Dr. Evans’ book Oneness Embraced: Reconciliation, The Kingdom, and How We Are Stronger Together is a fantastic resource for building a biblically-centered and kingdom-minded approach to racial reconciliation, and we are so thankful to get to learn from Dr. Evans this week. Join us as we learn about how we as the church can respond to this injustice in a way that is both helpful and effective.
Dr. Tony Evans is the founder and senior pastor of Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship in Dallas, TX. He is the founder and president of The Urban Alternative, the chaplain of the NBA’s Dallas Mavericks, and author of over 100 books, booklets, and Bible studies. He is the first African American to earn a Doctorate of Theology from Dallas Theological Seminary and has been named one of the 12 most effective speakers in the English speaking world by Baylor University. Dr. Evans holds the honor of writing and publishing the first full Bible commentary and study Bible by an African American. His radio broadcast can be heard on more than 1300 U.S. outlets daily, and in more than 130 countries. He is also the founder of The Tony Evans Training Center, an online learning platform for seminary quality courses at a fraction of the cost for any person in any place. For more information, you can visit TonyEvans.org.
What is the good life? Is it all about being happy? Should Christians pursue happiness in their daily lives? What did Jesus teach about happiness?
51% of Gen Z say that their goal in life is to be happy. Everyone wants to be happy, and we spend our time, energy, and money to get it. It can be exhausting! But what if the happiness that we’re striving for isn’t the happiness that we were created for?
The truth is that there is a path to true happiness, and it’s found in Jesus. This week on the podcast Jonathan sits down with Dr. Derwin Gray to discuss his new book, The Good Life: What Jesus Teaches About Finding True Happiness. Join us this week as we talk about living life as God intended, true happiness as defined in the Beatitudes, how happiness and holiness are two sides of the same coin, and much more.
Dr. Derwin L. Gray is the founding and lead Pastor of Transformation Church, a multiethnic, multigenerational, mission-shaped community in Indian Land, South Carolina, located just south of Charlotte, North Carolina. In addition to his role at Transformation Church, Derwin speaks at conferences nationwide. He is the author of several books including Hero: Unleashing God’s Power in a Man’s Heart, Limitless Life: You Are More Than Your Past When God Holds Your Future, Crazy Grace for Crazy Times Bible Study, The High-Definition Leader, and the book we talked about today, The Good Life. You can find Dr. Gray online at derwingray.com.
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How do we as Christians navigate ideas like intersectionality and critical theory? How do we navigate issues like sex, race, and gender in this current moment? How can parents and students have good conversations about sex and gender with their friends? What does discipleship look like for those with same-sex attraction? What does biblical friendship and family look like?
This week on the podcast we've got part 2 of our conversation with our friend Christopher Yuan. Join us this week as we answer these questions and talk about the value of asking good questions and being a good listener, a biblical view of singleness, how to engage with others in a gospel-centered way, and more!
Dr. Christopher Yuan has taught the Bible at Moody Bible Institute for over ten years and his speaking ministry on faith and sexuality has reached five continents. He speaks at conferences, on college campuses, and in churches. He has co-authored with his mother their memoir, Out of a Far Country: A Gay Son’s Journey to God, A Broken Mother’s Search for Hope (100,000 copies sold and now in seven languages). He is also the author of Giving a Voice to the Voiceless. Christopher graduated from Moody Bible Institute in 2005, Wheaton College Graduate School in 2007 with a Master of Arts in Biblical Exegesis and received his doctorate of ministry in 2014 from Bethel Seminary. Dr. Yuan’s newest book is Holy Sexuality and the Gospel: Sex, Desire, and Relationships Shaped by God’s Grand Story.
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What is God’s design for sexuality? What is “holiness”? And is there such thing as “holy” sexuality? Can you be a gay Christian?
In our world and culture, there's a lot of confusion around the topic of sex. But what is God's design for sexuality? In this episode of the podcast, Jonathan sits down for part 1 of a two-part conversation with our friend Christopher Yuan. In part 1, Jonathan and Christopher talk about understanding humanity through the lens of Scripture, the difference between temptation and desire, why it's important to read Jesus' teachings in context, and whether or not the biblical view of sexuality leads to "bad fruit." Join us this week and learn about how to understand sexuality in light of the gospel, and how God's design is good news for everyone.
Dr. Christopher Yuan has taught the Bible at Moody Bible Institute for over ten years and his speaking ministry on faith and sexuality has reached five continents. He speaks at conferences, on college campuses, and in churches. He has co-authored with his mother their memoir, Out of a Far Country: A Gay Son’s Journey to God, A Broken Mother’s Search for Hope (100,000 copies sold and now in seven languages). He is also the author of Giving a Voice to the Voiceless. Christopher graduated from Moody Bible Institute in 2005, Wheaton College Graduate School in 2007 with a Master of Arts in Biblical Exegesis and received his doctorate of ministry in 2014 from Bethel Seminary. Dr. Yuan’s newest book is Holy Sexuality and the Gospel: Sex, Desire, and Relationships Shaped by God’s Grand Story.
Join us again next time for part 2 of our conversation with Dr. Yuan!
Everything that's seen is a result of the unseen. What does it mean to lead with "A Quiet Strength"?
Today on a very special episode of the podcast, we're talking with Impact 360 Institute cofounder Trudy Cathy White about her new book, A Quiet Strength: The Life and Legacy of Jeanette M. Cathy. In her new book, Trudy tells the story of the real heart and soul of the Cathy family, her mother Jeanette. Join us as we talk about the amazing legacy of Jeanette Cathy, how to leverage your influence from behind the scenes, the importance of building your foundation on biblical principles, why you need to understand your "why", passing down values to your children, what it means to lead with a quiet strength, and more.
Trudy Cathy White is a native Georgian and the only daughter of Jeanette and S. Truett Cathy, the founder of Chick-fil-A. She’s an ambassador for the family business and has held various roles within Chick-fil-A, including that of a restaurant operator at just 19 years-old. She and her husband John served as missionaries in Brazil and co-founded Lifeshape and Impact 360 Institute. She served as Director of Winshape Camps for Girls from 2003-2017. She’s a speaker and the author of several books, including Climb Every Mountain and the one we’re talking about today, A Quiet Strength. She’s a dedicated wife, mother of 4, and grandmother of 15. She is fueled by her passion to be intentional with her influence. You can buy the new book and connect with Trudy online at trudycathywhite.com.
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Do you ever get nervous to talk about your faith with friends or family members? Does the thought of talking about different views of morality, sexuality, religion, or the Bible make you nervous?
If you answered yes, you’re not alone. Many Christians have trouble sharing their faith. But it’s actually much easier than you might think! Today on the podcast, Jonathan sits down with Greg Koukl, the author of the newly released Tactics, 10th Anniversary Edition to talk about building a game plan for sharing your faith and having spiritual conversations. Join us this week as Jonathan and Greg talk about how to answer tough challenges to the Christian faith, how to ask good questions in spiritual conversations, how to disagree with someone while still respecting them, and how to use practical tactics to talk about your faith.
Greg Koukl is the founder and president of Stand to Reason, and the author of several books including The Story of Reality, Relativism: Feet Firmly Planted in Mid-Air, and the new Tactics, 10th Anniversary Edition: A Game Plan for Discussing Your Faith. Greg holds M.A. degrees in both apologetics and philosophy, and has spoken on more than 80 university campuses. He is an adjunct professor in the graduate program of Christian apologetics at Biola University and has hosted his own radio talk show for over 30 years. You can listen to Greg’s show and find more of his resources online at str.org.
What can science teach us about God? How can Christians have better conversations about faith and science, and what are the things that we need to be aware of in the faith and science conversation? Is there powerful evidence for a Creator in the natural sciences?
It's been said that God has two books: the Bible, and nature (or, special revelation, and general revelation). Today on the podcast, we're talking about what that second "book" can teach us about God. What has God revealed to us through the world around us? Jonathan talked to Melissa Cain Travis, professor and author of the book Science and the Mind of the Maker: What the Conversation Between Faith and Science Reveals About God. Join us this week as we answer these questions and discuss the fine tuning of the universe, powerful evidence that points to a Creator, how Christians can talk well about faith and science, and even how mathematics fits into the equation (get it?).
Melissa Cain Travis is a professor of apologetics at Houston Baptist University, a contributing writer for Christian Research Journal, and a homeschooling mom. She is dedicated to exploring the science, theology, and philosophy behind the origins debate, and is the author of several books including the Young Defenders Apologetics Storybook series, and the book we’re discussing today, Science and the Mind of the Maker. You can visit Melissa online at melissatravis.com and follow her on Twitter @MCainTravis.
Why do we need to defend our faith? How do we go about defending our faith in the culture that we live in? And when we do, how do we do apologetics "at the cross"? How do we make much of Jesus when defending our faith?
On this episode of the podcast, Jonathan sits down with Dr. Josh Chatraw to discuss his excellent book Apologetics at the Cross: An Introduction for Christian Witness. Josh and Jonathan talk about these important questions and more as they discuss the importance of apologetics, why apologetics is sometimes misunderstood, how to strike the balance between humility and telling the truth, what we can learn about apologetics from the church fathers, the toughest question for Christians to answer today, encouraging trends in the church, and more.
Dr. Josh Chatraw is executive director of the Center for Public Christianity, lead teacher for New City Fellows, and theologian-in-residence at Holy Trinity Anglican Church – all based in Raleigh, NC. His writing and speaking focuses on public theology, apologetics, and culture. He has written and edited several books including, Apologetics at the Cross, Cultural Engagement, Truth Matters, Truth in a Culture of Doubt, and the forthcoming Telling a Better Story and The History of Apologetics. You can find out more about Josh and his ministry at newcityfellows.org.
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How does the idea of "scientism" undermine a biblical worldview? Can science and faith actually work together? Is the church anti-science? What is the difference between "science" and "scientism"? And how should Christians respond when bad ideas take root in our culture?
Dallas Willard wrote that "the idea that knowledge, and of course reality, is limited to the world of the natural sciences is the single most destructive idea on the stage of life today." There's no question that science is king in our culture. But many have moved past a healthy respect for the natural sciences to a rigid adherence to scientism, a worldview that actually undermines real science and marginalizes faith and morality.
In this episode of the podcast, Jonathan sits down with Dr. J.P. Moreland, author of Scientism and Secularism: Learning to Respond to a Dangerous Ideology. Dr. Moreland talks with Jonathan about these questions and discuss why it's important to understand the worldview of scientism, how scientism is self-refuting, how scientism has allowed bad ideas about tolerance to take root in our culture, and how the church can respond in a non-defensive and winsome way.
Dr. JP Moreland is a distinguished professor of philosophy at Biola University and director of the Eidos Christian Center. With degrees in philosophy, theology, and chemistry, Dr. Moreland has taught theology and philosophy at several schools across the US, and authored numerous books including The Soul: How We Know It's Real and Why It Matters, Theistic Evolution: A Scientific, Philosophical, and Theological Critique , Love Your God with All Your Mind, and the book we talked about today, Scientism and Secularism: Learning to Respond to a Dangerous Ideology. You can find Dr. Moreland online at jpmoreland.com.
What does it mean to be an "American Christian"? How does Christianity relate to politics? In an age where public discourse is so toxic, should Christians avoid politics altogether? Should Christians just preach the gospel and leave politics alone?
In the United States, we're just months away from an election year. There's no question that in 2019 our public discourse can be really toxic, and it's becoming increasingly difficult to be faithfully Christian in the political realm in a secular age. It's likely that in a topic that's loaded with hot-button issues, you've had some of the same questions listed above. So what do we do about this?
In this episode of the podcast, Jonathan is joined by Dr. Bruce Ashford, author of the new book Letters to an American Christian. They'll answers these questions, as well as discuss how Christianity speaks to various hot-button issues, whether some issues are more important than others, what it means to balance patriotism with the fact that we are Kingdom citizens, Scriptural passages that help us build a solid theology of political engagement, and how the Bible helps us speak a good word into a difficult moment in American politics.
Dr. Bruce Ashford is Provost and Dean of Faculty at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary where he also serves as Professor of Theology and Culture. He is a Senior Fellow in Public Theology at the Kirby Laing Institute for Christian Ethics, and a Research Fellow at the Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission. He is the author of several books including Letters to an American Christian, One Nation Under God: A Christian Hope for American Politics, and Every Square Inch: An Introduction to Cultural Engagement for Christians. You can find more resources from Dr. Ashford online at BruceAshford.net, and follow him on Twitter here.
How should Christians think about near-death experiences? What is a near-death experience, and is there any evidence that people actually experience them? Are near-death experience evidence for the afterlife? How are the questions of the afterlife informed by what we believe about the biggest questions of life?
In this episode of the podcast, Jonathan is joined by Dr. Gary Habermas to discuss near-death experiences and why it's important for Christians to think clearly about them. Jonathan and Dr. Habermas answer these questions and discuss topics like the "intermediate state", how near-death experiences aren't simply secondhand stories, why near-death experiences can give us confidence in the afterlife, and Dr. Habermas' compelling evidence for the resurrection of Jesus.
Dr. Gary Habermas is the Distinguished Research Professor of Apologetics and Philosophy at Liberty University School of Divinity. Dr. Habermas has written or edited over 43 books, including Beyond Death: Exploring the Evidence for Immorality, The Case for the Resurrection of Jesus, The Historical Jesus: Ancient Evidence for the Life of Christ, and In Defense of Miracles: A Comprehensive Case for God's Action in History. You can find more resources and information from Dr. Habermas online at garyhabermas.com.
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Why should Christians care about ethics? What are the proper roles of ethics and moral reasoning in the Christian life? Is there a "common morality" that everyone shares? Can we use the Bible as a source for moral reasoning? And even if we can, was Jesus just a product of His time? Has morality "evolved"?
Today on the podcast, Jonathan is joined by professor and ethicist Dr. C. Ben Mitchell to discuss the role of ethics in the Christian life. Join us as we answer these questions and discuss the state of ethics and moral reasoning in our culture today, foundational truths from the Bible that inform our morality, why Christians appeal to Jesus as the ultimate authority on ethics, and speak to ethical issues such as immigration and end of life issues.
Dr. C. Ben Mitchell is the Graves Chair of moral philosophy at Union University in Jackson, Tennessee. He is the editor of Ethics & Medicine: an International Journal of Bioethics, a Senior Fellow at The Center for Bioethics & Human Dignity, and a Research Fellows with the Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission.
Dr. Mitchell is the author of several books including Does God Need Our Help?: Cloning, Assisted Suicide, & Other Challenges, and the one we discussed today, Ethics and Moral Reasoning: A Student’s Guide.
Learn more about the work of Impact 360 Institute at impact360.org.
What is "adulting"? How do we help young adults navigate faith, finances, and the future? What is the biggest problem facing young adults entering the workplace? In a “follow your heart” culture, how do we encourage young adults to make wise choices about their future?
Today on the podcast, Jonathan sits down with Jonathan "JP" Pokluda to talk about his new book, Welcome to Adulting: Navigating Faith, Friendship, Finances, and the Future. Join Jonathan and JP as they answer these questions and discuss bad ideas about freedom, how authority can actually be a good thing, the importance of building good friendships, how to resolve conflict well, and more.
JP Pokluda is the teaching pastor at Harris Creek Baptist Church, a former teaching pastor at Watermark Church, and former leader of The Porch, an influential gathering of thousands of young adults who come to hear the gospel and get equipped for Kingdom purposes. You can follow JP on Twitter here, and find the book and the new “survival guide” at welcometoadultingbook.com.
How do you navigate anxiety and depression? How do you walk through that well in a redemptive and hopeful way? How widespread are anxiety and depression? How do you encourage someone who feels guilty or ashamed of their anxiety or depression? Why is it important to have a holistic approach to anxiety and depression, and how do we do that?
Today on the podcast, Jonathan sits down with our good friend, Dr. J.P. Moreland to answer these questions and more as we discuss his new book Finding Quiet: My Story of Overcoming Anxiety and the Practices That Brought Peace. Join us this week to hear Dr. Moreland share his personal story of overcoming seasons of anxiety and depression, learn how to develop a holistic approach to addressing it, hear about the importance of forming good habits, and more.
Dr. JP Moreland is a distinguished professor of philosophy at Talbot School of Theology and director of the Eidos Christian Center. With degrees in philosophy, theology, and chemistry, Dr. Moreland has taught theology and philosophy at several schools across the US, and authored numerous books including Finding Quiet, Love Your God with All Your Mind, Scientism and Secularism, Kingdom Triangle, and more. You can find Dr. Moreland online at jpmoreland.com.
How should Christians think about controversial issues like transgenderism, homosexuality, euthanasia, or abortion? How should we respond to popular slogans like "gender is just a social construct” or "my body, my choice"? In response to these issues, what does true compassion look like? What does the Christian worldview have to offer here?
Many of the hot button issues of our cultural moment deal with issues of the human body. However, it seems that often times many people are content to settle for slogans and sayings without thinking deeply about their hurtful real-world implications. As Christians, how do we engage these topics that are controversial, but deeply important?
This week on the podcast, join Jonathan sits down with Nancy Pearcey to discuss her new book, Love Thy Body: Answering Hard Questions About Life and Sexuality. Join Jonathan and Nancy as they answer these questions as well as discuss why it's important to understand the fact/value split, answering popular ideas like critical theory and intersectionality, and how to engage these issues while treating others with dignity and respect.
Nancy Pearcey is a professor and scholar in residence at Houston Baptist University, a fellow at the Discovery Institute’s Center for Science and Culture, and the editor at large of The Pearcey Report. She is the author of several books including the excellent Total Truth, Finding Truth, Saving Leonardo, and the book we talked about today, Love Thy Body. You can follow Nancy on Twitter here.
What does it mean to be human? What does it mean to be an "image bearer"? What does it mean to "lose our humanity", and what are the consequences of that. Most importantly, how does our view of human dignity affect how we live out our faith in our cultural moment?
There's no question that human dignity is at the center of some of the most important topics in our cultural moment. But how should Christians be talking and engaging about topics involving human dignity, from abortion to immigration? In this episode of the podcast, Jonathan sits down with Daniel Darling of the ERLC to discuss this issue. Join Jonathan and Daniel as they answer these questions and more as they discuss how human dignity, justice, and the gospel fit together, how other views of human dignity borrow from the Christian faith, areas where the Church is leading the charge on the human dignity conversation, others where we have blind spots and need to grow, and how to move forward in a practical way.
Daniel Darling is the Vice President for Communications for the ERLC and is the author of several books including Teen People of the Bible, The Original Jesus, Activist Faith, and the book we discussed today, The Dignity Revolution. Dan speaks and preaches around the country and the host of the weekly podcast The Way Home. You can find more from Dan and connect with him online at www.danieldarling.com, and follow him on Twitter here.
What is theistic evolution? Is it a good idea or a bad idea? Why should Christians care about this, and how do we think critically about it? Does the evidence point to an intelligent designer? And if so, where should we start?
In our recent study with the Barna Group, we found that about half of churchgoing teens say that "the church seems to reject much of what science tells us." Many students in the next generation think that there simply is no scientific evidence for God, and many will point to the Darwinian theory of evolution to explain the origin of life. But what about the idea of theistic evolution that's becoming increasingly popular? Did God use evolutionary mechanisms to produce all of life?
In this episode of the podcast, Jonathan talks with Dr. Stephen Meyer of the Discovery Institute to answer these questions and more as they discuss the scientific, philosophical, and theological problems with this view, the compelling evidence for intelligent design, what pieces of evidence to bring to the conversation first, and why it's important for students to understand that science and faith are not at odds.
Dr. Stephen C. Meyer directs the Center for Science and Culture at the Discovery Institute in Seattle, WA and holds a Ph.D. in the philosophy of science from the University of Cambridge. Dr. Meyer is the author of Darwin’s Doubt: The Explosive Origin of Animal Life and the Case for Intelligent Design, Signature in the Cell: DNA and the Evidence for Intelligent Design, the forthcoming The Return of the God Hypothesis: Compelling Scientific Evidence for the Existence of God and is an editor of Theistic Evolution: A Scientific, Philosophical, and Theological Critique. You can find Dr. Meyer's work and other excellent resources at Discovery.org.
Have you ever asked yourself any of these questions?
Why can’t I control my anger? Or stop overeating? Or wasting time online? Why can’t I seem to finish my projects or make progress in my spiritual life? Why do I fall for the same stupid temptations over and over again?
Today on the podcast, Jonathan sits down with Drew Dyck to talk about self-control. Join Jonathan and Drew as they discuss why self-control is a foundational virtue, why we sometimes view self-control as restricting rather than liberating, why it’s important to understand both the science and spirituality of self-control, how habits work and how to build them, how to have self-control with our electronic devices, and much more.
Drew is an acquisitions editor at Moody Publishers and a contributing editor at CTPastors.com. He’s the former managing editor at Leadership Journal. His work has appeared in numerous publications including USA Today, Huffington Post, and CNN.com. He is the author of several books including Generation Ex-Christian: Why Young Adults Are Leaving the Faith…and How to Bring Them Back, Yawning at Tigers: You Can’t Tame God, So Stop Trying, and the new book, Your Future Self Will Thank You: Secrets to Self-Control from the Bible & Brain Science. You can find more from Drew and connect with him at drewdyck.com and follow him on Twitter here.
How do you walk through the challenges of life as a Christian? How do those challenges and obstacles shape our identity? How do we remain both honest and faithful in the midst of hardship and difficulty? What are the tools that we need to deal with these challenges as they come?
Today on the podcast, Jonathan Morrow and Trudy Cathy White answer these questions and more as they discuss the importance of embracing challenges as they come, what Scripture says about hard seasons, how to navigate challenges in a way that leads to growth, finding encouragement in the midst of hardship, and more.
Trudy Cathy White and her husband John are the founders of Impact 360 Institute and Lifeshape. Trudy is the daughter of Jeanette and Truett Cathy, the founder of Chick-fil-A, Inc. She is a speaker, author, dedicated wife, mother of four, and grandmother of fifteen. Her new book Climb Every Mountain: Finding God Faithful in the Journey of Life is available now wherever books are sold.
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How do you think about truth, culture, and freedom? What’s shaping us as a culture, and why are we so divided? What’s a way forward? As Christians, why is it important to care about these kinds of issues, and how do we respond to false ideas?
This week on the podcast, Jonathan Morrow and Os Guinness answer these questions as they discuss truth, freedom, and culture. Listen this week to hear about where freedom comes from, why religious freedom is important, how to respond to the idea that all cultures are equally valid, and more.
Os Guinness is an author and social critic who has written over thirty books, including Last Call for Liberty: How America's Genius for Freedom Has Become Its Greatest Threat, The Case for Civility: And Why Our Future Depends On It, Fools Talk: Recovering the Art of Christian Persuasion, and many more. You can visit Os online for resources and more at osguinness.com.
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How do you "grow" a leader? In the workplace, the family, and really anywhere else, what does it look like to motivate people to lead? How do you build a culture that values things like greatness, resiliency, opportunity, and wisdom? Why is it important to value these things?
On this episode of the podcast, Jonathan Morrow and our guest Jeff McManus answer these questions and discuss how to grow leaders that are resilient, the importance of celebration and "quick wins", how trust leads to empowerment, and more.
Jeff McManus is the Director of Landscape Services at the University of Mississippi and is a grower of plants, people, and ideas. Jeff speaks to groups nationally and is the author of Growing Weeders Into Leaders: Leadership Lessons from the Ground Up. You can find Jeff online and subscribe to his blog at jeffmcmanusspeaking.com.
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- Find out more about our 9-month Fellows program here
- Check out our online courses on truth, worldview, and the resurrection here
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How do you share the good news with Mormons? Are Christianity and Mormonism similar, or even the same thing? If not, what are the important differences? How do we as Christians have a successful spiritual conversations with our Mormon neighbors?
On this episode of the podcast, Jonathan Morrow and our guest Eric Johnson answer these questions as they discuss what Mormons believe, the important differences between Christianity and Mormonism, and the importance of learning to ask good questions when we have spiritual conversations.
Eric is the co-host of the daily radio show Viewpoint on Mormonism and writes for Mormonism Research Ministry. He is the co-author of several books, including Sharing the Good News with Mormons: Practical Strategies for Getting the Conversation Started with Sean McDowell.
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- Practice spiritual conversations with us this summer at Immersion!
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What is the story of reality? Why is the Christian story unique, and how do other stories come up short in their attempt to explain the way the world really is? How can we go about articulating this story in a way that makes sense?
On this episode of the podcast, Jonathan Morrow and our guest Greg Koukl answer these questions and discuss how when Christians talk about the Christian story, it isn't simply wishful thinking or fabricated fantasy. Rather, it's an explanation of the way the world actually is.
Greg Koukl is the Founder and President of Stand to Reason, and the host of the Stand to Reason talk show advocating clear-thinking Christianity and defending the Christian worldview. He's the author of several books including the excellent Tactics: A Game Plan for Discussing Your Christian Convictions and his new book The Story of Reality: How the World Began, How It Ends, and Everything Important that Happens in Between. Check out Greg and his team online at STR.org.
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What does it mean to be human in the age of artificial intelligence? Are there jobs that simply require a human to do? What is "anti-fragility" and why is it a virtue? In the end, why should Christians care about this stuff?
On this episode of the podcast, Jonathan Morrow and our guest Jay Richards answer these questions and more as they discuss how to understand the hyper-connected age that we live in, and how to restore a culture of virtue.
Jay Richards is a professor in The Busch School of Business at The Catholic University of America, a Senior Fellow at The Discovery Institute, the Executive Editor of The Stream, and host of A Force for Good. You can find Dr. Richards' new book The Human Advantage: The Future of American Work in an Age of Smart Machines here, as well as his book Money, Greed, and God: Why Capitalism is the Solution and Not the Problem here.
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How do you walk through doubt as a Christian? In those times, how do you develop discernment? Why is it important to deal with doubt rather than push it aside? How does apologetics play a role in helping us understand why we believe what we believe?
On this episode of the podcast, Jonathan Morrow and Alisa Childers answer these questions and more as they discuss how to deal with doubt and develop discernment.
Alisa Childers is a wife, mom, blogger, and speaker. She is a worship leader and was a member of the CCM recording group ZOEGirl. She is passionate about helping Christians work through their doubts about Christianity and the Bible. Visit Alisa online for her blog and podcast at alisachilders.com, and connect with her on Twitter and Facebook.
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How can we offer truth to a culture that seems to value confusion more than it does clarity? In this episode, we talk with Abdu Murray of RZIM on how to talk about truth in a post-truth culture
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Technology, especially social media, is one of the biggest "shapers" for Gen Z, the digital natives. In this episode, Nikki Dutton and Jonathan Morrow discuss some practical ways that adults can set a good example for Gen Z on social media.
At Impact 360 Institute, we get to work with a lot of students. But what is it that makes a student grow? How do we "do" discipleship in a way that leads to transformation? How do students move from being audience members to being participants? What does it look like to be both invitational and challenging?
On this episode of the podcast, Jonathan Morrow, and Mitch Aldridge answer these questions and more as they discuss why students need to be challenged in order to grow.
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- Find out more about Gen Z and buy the report at whoisgenz.com
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How do I make the case for the life on the issue of abortion? What do science and philosophy have to say about what it means to be human? Can we really talk about this issue without "imposing morality" on people? Why is it important to clarify the issue when making the case for life?
Many in our culture feel nervous to talk about issues like abortion. On this episode of the podcast, host Jonathan Morrow and Megan Almon of Life Training Institute answer these questions and more as they discuss why it's important to clarify this issue, and do so with a posture of gentleness and respect.
Megan Almon is a speaker with Life Training Institute, an organization focused on persuasively communicating the pro-life message. Megan speaks nationally on topics including the case for life, Christianity as a worldview, and evidence for the resurrection of Jesus. Megan and many others are guest professors at our Fellows program. Learn more about Impact 360 Fellows here!
For more:
- Find out more about Megan and Life Training Institute at prolifetraining.com
- Get Scott Klusendorf's The Case for Life here
- Learn more about the next generation and get our new report at whoisgenz.com
- Learn how to graciously and persuasively present the case for life at our Immersion summer experience!
- Find out more about how to make disciples of your peers at Propel!
How do I talk to people who believe differently than me? How do I talk to my Muslim friends who believe differently about God and the Bible? What about my friends who believe differently about things like gay marriage and gender? What does it look like to be an ambassador in our cultural moment?
On this episode of the podcast, host Jonathan Morrow and Alan Shlemon of Stand to Reason answer these questions and more as they discuss how to be an ambassador of Christ in our cultural moment. Listen as Alan and Jonathan discuss how to engage these difficult issues with knowledge, wisdom, and character.
Alan Shlemon is the author of The Ambassador's Guide to Islam and The Ambassador's Guide to Understanding Homosexuality. Alan and many others are guest professors at our Fellows program. Learn more about Impact 360 Fellows here!
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- Find out more about Alan and Stand to Reason at STR.org
- Read Alan's "Three Options" article here
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- Get Jonathan Morrow's Questioning the Bible here.
- Learn from Alan and many others at our Immersion summer experience!
How could a good and loving God send people to hell? Does believing something make it true? Why is religious liberty important? Why is it important for students to be able to ask questions and wrestle with doubts? How can Christian leaders equip students to ask hard questions and keep their faith?
On this episode of the podcast, host Jonathan Morrow and Frank Turek talk about the questions that he receives most on college campuses. From questions about ethics, evil, evolution, and eternity, Jonathan and Frank talk about why it's important for students to wrestle with these hard questions and value the truth. Hear from Dr. Frank Turek, President of CrossExamined.org and author of books like Stealing From God and I Don't Have Enough Faith to be an atheist as we discuss these issues and more!
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Who is Gen Z? How do they differ from the Millennials and other generations? What kinds of questions are they asking about God, happiness, and the biggest questions of life? What do they think about topics like science, faith, and church? What is life like for a young Christian in 2018? Are Gen Z Christian prepared to follow Jesus in a post-everything world? And if not, how should we go about getting them prepared?
In this episode of the Impact 360 Institute podcast, Nikki Gentry and Jonathan Morrow introduce you to Gen Z, the generation following the Millennials, or the “next, next generation.” For the past year and a half, Impact 360 Institute and the Barna Group have been studying this generation, seeking to understand the worldview of Gen Z, and thinking through how to prepare them to follow Jesus in today’s culture. Now this research has been published in a new and exciting full color report, and Jonathan and Nikki give you an inside look into what it says.
So how does the worldview of Gen Z differ from other generations? For starters, the percentage of people with a “biblical worldview” has been declining with each generation. When Barna began studying the Boomers, about 10% had a biblical worldview. Gen X decreases to 7%, and the Millennials decrease to 6%. But now at Gen Z, it seems that number is at all an all-time low, where only 4% of Gen Z have a biblical worldview.
So what should we do? With that number in mind, isn’t it easy to get discouraged? In this episode of the podcast, learn why at Impact 360 Institute we feel hopeful and excited for Gen Z. Gen Z wants answers to life’s biggest questions, and we believe that the biblical worldview gives them those answers, and the best way to live. Get the new report and more at whoisgenz.com, and join us as we cultivate leaders who follow Jesus in the next generation.
Do you have questions about faith and science? Check out Is God Just a Human Invention? by Jonathan Morrow and Sean McDowell.
Why is apologetics or giving reasons for your faith important for this generation and for parents? How does having a conversation with your kids at an early age affect the task of parenting and how students approach these topics of apologetics and worldview? What does it practically look like to begin teaching your kids the Bible and having these kinds of conversations even at young ages? Why does Biblical hope matter as we approach a post-Christian culture?
Get answers to these questions and more in this episode of the podcast, as we learn what it looks like to talk to our kids about God. Hear from Natasha Crain, author of Talking With Your Kids About God, about these issues and more!
What stands out on college applications and essays for Admissions Counselors? When should a high school student start thinking deeply about which college to choose? What types of questions should high school students be asking when choosing a college? What really stands out to colleges in your college essay? How involved should parents be in the college application process without hindering the student’s acceptance?
Get answers to these questions and more in this episode of the podcast, as we learn what it looks like to set yourself apart in the college application process. Hear directly from Impact 360 Institute’s Enrollment Team, Nikki Gentry and Hannah Purdie who are phenomenal at helping students navigate this. Whether you are a parent or a student, this episode will provide with some valuable secrets to rock your college application now!
What is one of the biggest misconceptions people in today's culture have about Christianity and God? When wanting to have a conversation with someone about God how do you start? What are some of the most common questions or issues from people in the local church about their faith journey? What are some of the most common barriers for people to actually living life in community with one another?
Listen in as Impact 360 Institute’s Jonathan Morrow interviews Todd Wagner about his new book Come and See, the exact words that Phillip used with Nathaniel in the New Testament when he was inviting people to come and look at who Christ was. Then find out the correlation between Jesus being the visible image of an invisible God and the church’s role in the world today.
How are you going to help your kids navigate technology? How do we approach this wisely? How do we be mindful of the trend of addictions moving towards technology? Is technology itself bad? How do we equip our kids to encounter a technological world that has the power to shape them? What are some practical things we can do to help our kids navigate through this world of technology in a healthy way? How can technology help us love God and love our neighbor? Should kids have the right to privacy in your home? We will answer these questions and more with Brett Kunkle and Jonathan Morrow.
How do we train and equip our students in this culture without protecting them too much? What is the purpose of education and what is our role as parents and educators in that process? What are some of the current cultural undercurrents that we need to be aware of for our students? What are some of the dangers we encounter with technology when it comes to spiritual formation?
Walk through these questions with us as more as we talk to Brett Kunkle, Student Impact Director at Stand to Reason and author of new book A Practical Guide to Culture. He is passionate about seeing students and adults “transformed by the renewing of their minds.” Brett has more than 24 years of experience working with junior high, high school, and college students. He spent 11 of those years in the local church, as a pastor to students and young adults.
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Here is an interview with Jay Richards about how to end poverty in 10 tough steps. Hope you enjoy!
What is the Benedict Option? What can we lay Christians in the 21st century learn from the lifestyle pioneered by the monks in the 6th century? Are our Christian young people being well prepared to understand the basic Christian doctrines? How can we help Christians in this post Christian culture to better engaged with these ideas? How do we order our lives to prioritize the habits and spiritual disciplines in a chaotic culture? Does this mean we need to withdraw like a monk? If not, what implications does this impose on our lives in today’s culture? How can we disciple ourselves so that our whole lives can be a work of evangelism to a world that desperately needs Christ? We will discuss these questions and more with Rod Dreher.
Rod Dreher is a senior editor at The American Conservative. He has written and edited for the New York Post, The Dallas Morning News, National Review, the South Florida Sun-Sentinel, the Washington Times, and the Baton Rouge Advocate. Rod’s commentary has been published in The Wall Street Journal, Commentary, the Weekly Standard, Beliefnet, and Real Simple, among other publications, and he has appeared on NPR, ABC News, CNN, Fox News, MSNBC, and the BBC. He lives in St. Francisville, Louisiana, with his wife Julie and their three children. In addition to his new book, The Benedict Option, Dreher has also written two books, The Little Way of Ruthie Leming and Crunchy Cons.
What happens when comedians Stephen Colbert and Ricky Gervais debate atheism on the late show? Great TV! It’s also an awesome opportunity to better understand what you believe and why you believe it. In this episode, we will analyze some of the slogans and soundbites that came up between atheist comedian Ricky Gervais and Stephen Colbert on the Late Show. We’ll explore questions like: Can you prove God exists? Why is there something rather than nothing? Is Atheism the rational starting point for the conversation about God? And more…
Is intelligent design undeniable? Can evolution explain the origin and complexity of life? How do we make the case for design? Is there such thing as common sense science? Are humans just cosmic accidents? Where did Charles Darwin go wrong? What is Neo-Darwinism? In this podcast Jonathan Morrow will explore these questions and more with author and researcher Dr. Douglas Axe.
Dr. Douglas Axe explains one of the ways design intuition has really triumphed over the Darwin’s evolutionary story, “These extraordinary improbabilities of the coincidence you would need for accidental processes to do something that looks brilliant. Accidental causes are not brilliant they are stupid. So, for a stupid process to do something that makes it look like a genius is a coincidence and it’s an extreme coincidence.”
Dr. Douglas Axe, author of the book Undeniable, is the director of Biologic Institute. His research uses both experiments and computer simulations to examine the functional and structural constraints on the evolution of proteins and protein systems. After a Caltech PhD he held postdoctoral and research scientist positions at the University of Cambridge, the Cambridge Medical Research Council Centre, and the Babraham Institute in Cambridge. His work and ideas have been featured in many scientific journals, including the Journal of Molecular Biology, the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, and Nature, and in such books as Signature in the Cell and Darwin’s Doubt by Stephen Meyer and Life’s Solution by Simon Conway Morris.
What is philosophy and why study it? Isn’t theology more important? How does philosophy and theology relate? If Ephesians sheds a little bit of negative light on philosophy, how can we support the study? Isn’t philosophy atheistic? What does it mean to doubt wisely? Do we need to have absolutely certainty in order to know things as Christians?
“The Philosopher, Alvin Plantinga said that, ‘Philosophy is just hard thinking about things: in particular hard thinking about ethnics, about knowledge, about reality.’ And, theology is going to involve hard thinking about God. And so it’s not as though we are going to make a hard and fast distinction between theology and philosophy because philosophy is also going to include thinking about God.” – Dr. Paul Copan
Those are some of the important questions we are going to be talking about today in this podcast with Dr. Paul Copan (Ph.D., philosophy, Marquette University) is Professor and Pledger Family Chair of Philosophy and Ethics at Palm Beach Atlantic University. He is author of "True for You, But Not for Me" (Bethany House), "That's Just Your Interpretation,""How Do You Know You're Not Wrong?", When God Goes to Starbucks: A Guide to Everyday Apologetics (all with Baker), and Loving Wisdom: Christian Philosophy of Religion (Chalice Press). These are all books that seek to make available accessible answers to the toughest questions asked of Christians.
He has co-authored (with William Lane Craig) Creation Out of Nothing: A Biblical, Philosophical, and Scientific Exploration (Baker Academic). He is co-editor of three books on the historical Jesus and of three other books in the philosophy of religion, The Rationality of Theism (Routledge), The Routledge Companion to Philosophy of Religion (Routledge), and Philosophy of Religion: Classic and Contemporary Issues (Blackwell).
He has co-edited (with William Craig) Passionate Conviction and Contending with Christianity's Critics. He has contributed articles and book reviews to various professional journals as well: Philosophia Christi, Faith and Philosophy, Trinity Journal, Southern Journal of Theology, the Journal for the Evangelical Theological Society, and The Review of Metaphysics.
He is presently writing a book on Old Testament ethics and co-authoring a book on the moral argument.
What does the attack on HGTV’s Chip and Joanna Gaines, their church, and their position on same-sex marriage say about the current cultural climate for Christians today?
In this podcast we will talk about these and other questions:
• When it comes to the Biblical positions that we hold as Christians, is being “nice” enough in today’s cultural climate?
• When it comes to the issue of God’s design for sexuality being critiqued, is being artful and attractive in the ways we talk about things enough?
• What do we need to be aware of in the 21st century as a Christian with theological beliefs under scrutiny?
• How can Christians be faithful with the call to always be ready to give an answer for the hope that we have yet to do it with gentleness and respect?
“Society tolerates the practice of the Christian faith in private devotions and in church serves, but it increasingly deprecates public witness. To the relativist and secularist, public witness to faith in God smacks too much of proselytizing and fundamentalist extremism. They therefore regard it more and more as a threat to social stability and human freedom.” - John Lennox
For an interesting perspective on the LGTB conversation with the church check out this article in the Washington Post: BuzzFeed’s hit piece on Chip and Joanna Gaines is dangerous.
Should Christians just keep their faith to themselves? Whose free speech matters most? How should Christians balance turning the other cheek versus taking a stand on principle? Are Christians bullied on college campuses today? What do parents need to know (and do) before sending their students off to college? Author and popular speaker Jonathan Morrow talks about these and other important questions facing students and parents in this episode of the Impact 360 Institute podcast.
George Yancey is professor of sociology at the University of North Texas. He is the author of numerous books, including Compromising Scholarship: Religious and Political Bias in American Higher Education and Dehumanizing Christians: Cultural Competition in a Multicultural World, and Hostile Environment: Understanding and Responding to Anti-Christian Bias. His teaching and research focus on race and religion. He blogs for The Stream as well as at Patheos.
Are religious liberties shrinking in today’s political climate? How do Christians be faithful in this current cultural moment? How do we respect other opinions without losing our convictions? In this episode of the Impact 360 Institute podcast, Jonathan Morrow interviews Hunter Baker to explore these and other important questions that affect all of us.
Hunter Baker, J.D., Ph.D. is a university fellow and associate professor at Union University. He is the author of three books on religion and politics and serves as a research fellow of the Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission.
If you enjoyed this podcast clip, make sure to check out the whole conversation with Hunter Baker about Christianity & Politics!
Is it OK to disagree with other people’s deeply held beliefs anymore? Is education really possible if everyone always agrees? As Christians, how can we resist the tyranny of tolerance in today’s culture? In this episode of the Impact 360 Institute podcast Jonathan Morrow, Impact 360 faculty, author, and communicator digs deeper into these and other issues of tolerance in higher education and in our broader culture.
Jonathan Morrow (D.Min) is a sought after speaker and teacher who has a gift for explaining challenging topics in ways the rest of us can understand. He is the author of several books including Questioning the Bible and Welcome to College and also contributed articles to the Apologetics Study Bible for Students.
He is the Director of Cultural Engagement for Impact 360 Institute where he teaches in the college Gap Year program and high school summer Immersion experience. He has earned master’s degrees in Philosophy of Religion and Theology as well as a Doctorate in Worldview and Culture from Talbot School of Theology at Biola University.
As the founder of ThinkChristianly.org Jonathan speaks nationally on worldview, apologetics, and culture and is passionate about seeing a new generation of Christ-followers understand what they believe, why they believe it, and why it matters in life. His books have been featured on shows like Family Life Today, Stand to Reason, Breakpoint, Chris Fabry Live, and In the Market with Janet Parshall. He and his wife have been married for 15 years and have three children. Follow him on twitter: @Jonathan_Morrow
Is the idea, “Don’t think just believe Biblical?” How do you test another worldview? How does Christianity give us a perspective on every area of life? What do you do with doubts? What do you do if you are a Christian simply because your family is? How essential is it that we learn the secular worldviews of those around us? Does every worldview outside of Christianity have an idol? What should parents do when trying to raise their children in a Christian worldview? Should students just adopt a Christian worldview simply because it is from the Bible?
Those are the important questions we are going to be talking about today in this podcast with Nancy Pearcey,author of Total Truth: Liberating Christianity from Its Cultural Captivity, which was a 2005 ECPA Gold Medallion Award winner, and How Now Shall We Live? (coauthored by Harold Fickett and Chuck Colson), which was a 2000 ECPA Gold Medallion Award winner. Her latest book is Finding Truth: 5 Principles for Unmasking Atheism, Secularism, and Other God Substitutes. Formerly an agnostic, Pearcey studied under Francis Schaeffer at L'Abri in Switzerland. She earned an MA from Covenant Theological Seminary and pursued further graduate work in History of Philosophy at the Institute for Christian Studies in Toronto. Heralded as "America's pre-eminent evangelical Protestant female intellectual" (The Economist), Pearcey is professor and scholar in residence at Houston Baptist University. She is a fellow of the Discovery Institute and editor-at-large of The Pearcey Report.
As founding editor of the radio program BreakPoint, she also coauthored a monthly column with Chuck Colson in Christianity Today. Pearcey has contributed to several books and published more than a hundred articles. She has spoken in the US Capitol and the White House; at universities such as Princeton, Stanford, and Dartmouth; to actors in Hollywood and artists in New York City; on NPR and C-SPAN. Her earlier books include The Soul of Science and Saving Leonardo.
Should Christians be tolerant? Is it ever okay to be intolerant? How has the definition of tolerance changed over the years? Does being tolerant mean you have to agree with everyone’s beliefs? How does love fit in with truth and tolerance? And How do we find the balance between loving and being gracious to people, without compromising truth? In this episode of the Impact 360 Institute podcast Jonathan Morrow interviews author, communicator, and professor of Christian Apologetics Sean McDowell.
About Today’s Guest:
Sean McDowell, Ph.D. is an assistant professor of Apologetics at Biola University. He graduated summa cum laude from Talbot Theological Seminary with a double master's degree in philosophy and theology. He earned his PH.D. in Apologetics and Worldview Studies from Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. He is the author, co-author, or editor of over fifteen books including Ethix: Being Bold in a Whatever World, Understanding Intelligent Design, the Apologetics Study Bible for Students, Same-Sex Marriage: A Thoughtful Approach to God's Design for Marriage, The Beauty of Intolerance and Is God Just a Human Invention?.
Sean was named Educator of the Year for San Juan Capistrano in 2007-08. His apologetics training has received exemplary status from the Association of Christian Schools International. He is a regular guest on various radio and TV shows. In April 2000, Sean married his high school sweetheart, Stephanie. They have three children, Scottie, Shauna, and Shane and live in San Juan Capistrano, California. Visit him online here (http://www.seanmcdowell.org)
What is one thing every young leader should do? How important is it for a leader to be mentored? How important is it for leaders to invest in others? How does a leader create a development culture in your organization? In this episode of the Impact 360 Institute podcast Phil Alsup Interviews Selma Wilson, Vice President of Organizational Development at Life Way Resources.
Selma Wilson Selma Wilson serves as Vice President of LifeWay’s Organizational Development Division which includes human resources and leadership development. Prior to this appointment, Selma served four years as Vice President of B&H Publishing Group.
She first joined LifeWay's church resources division in 1989 where she served as director of the discipleship and family magazine department, the director of organizational performance in church resources and, as the associate to the vice president of church resources. Additionally, Wilson, along with her husband, Rodney, served as executive editors of HomeLife magazine.
She earned her Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga and has completed continuing education courses, with emphases in organizational development and human resource management, at the University of Southern California and Columbia University.
She and Rodney have two adult daughters and three grandchildren.
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What is the key to influence? How do leaders have the opportunity to leverage authority? Can that influence help out in the work environment? Can it help extend even into personal lives and values? As a leader, how important is it to have mentors in your life? What is the most important thing in a mentor-mentee relationship? How important is it to have influence/buy-in as a leader as opposed to positional authority? How can a young leader begin building their influence among their peers?
Those are some of the important questions we are going to be talking about today in this podcast with Mike Duke retired president and CEO of Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. During his 19 years with the company, including a five-year tenure as CEO, Duke delivered strong financial results and broadened Walmart’s commitment to lead some of the most pressing social and environmental issues of our time. He has served on the board of directors of The Consumer Goods Forum, the executive committee of Business Roundtable and is on the executive board of Conservation International’s Center for Environmental Leadership in Business. He also serves on the board of advisors for the University of Arkansas and the advisory board of the Tsinghua University School of Economics and Management in Beijing, China. He is a member of the National Academy of Engineering. Duke earned a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology in 1971 and now serves as a member of the institution’s advisory board.
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Would you like to launch your son/daughter into college with confidence? Does the college transition stressors reveal new things or already established things in families? What is one guaranteed pain point for parents when transitioning their student to college? How much is too much when texting or calling your student as they start their college experience? Is college simply about graduating? How do you encourage independence in my student? How can I best encourage my student in their college transition?
Those are some of the important questions we are going to be talking about today in this podcast with Dr. John Basie, author of the book Your College Launch Story: Six Things Every Parent Must Do.
As a leadership and life coach for Gen Y and Gen Z (as well as their parents and employers), he is energized when he can help others identify their strengths and reach the next stage of their potential. Currently, he serve full-time as the Director of the Scholars & Masters programs at Impact 360 Institute, an innovative organization dedicated to influencing culture by creating Christ-centered worldview and leadership opportunities. In addition to that, he the Founder and Principal of Millennial 360, a leadership and career coaching firm for Gen Y and Gen Z members who are seeking to understand their unique, God-given callings in the marketplace. He has been blessed with a fantastic wife, three kids, and three dogs. He holds a bachelor's degree in Psychology and Christian Education (Erskine College), a M.A. in Philosophy of Religion & Ethics (Biola University), and a Ph.D. in Church-State Studies (Baylor University). Additionally, he holds a number of coaching and assessment credentials. Since 2002 he has been working full-time with college students (as a professor, university dean, and life coach), their parents and their employers.
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How can you leverage your creativity for influence? What does it look like to lead in such a way that encourages the creativity of those around you? What does it take to create an innovative culture in the workplace without it becoming chaos? What do creative really need to keep them motivated? How to manage creatives effectively.
Those are the important questions we are going to be talking about today in this podcast with Scott McDaniel, Vice President of the Creative Team at Sony Music Nashville. McDaniel oversees artist imaging, album packaging, photography, design and video production for the label group’s recording imprints: Arista, Columbia and RCA Records. Working with artists such as Kenny Chesney, Miranda Lambert, Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood. McDaniel joined Sony in 2008 with over 15 years experience in creating visual art within the music industry. His experience includes art director and producer credits for live concert performance music films, feature length film and music videos. Additionally, he has commissioned over 400 music videos to directors between Country, Rock, Gospel and Christian formats.
McDaniel previously served in artist development with EMI Christian Music Label and oversaw the creative services department at ForeFront Records working with artists such as Tobymac, Stacie Orrico and dc Talk.
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Are miracles really possible? What about the virginal conception of Jesus, is that reasonable to believe? What are the main questions college students are asking? What are the main objections people raise about Christianity? Why are miracles rare? What is the purpose of miracles? Is it reasonable to believe that certain Biblical miracles occurred? Why does it matter that the incarnation happened? How do you use your conversations during Christmas to defend the miracle of the Gospel?
In this interview with author and apologist Dr. Frank Turek, we talk about how these types of questions. We will hear Frank Turek’s one practice, discipline, or habit he wish he would have applied sooner in his life. And much more! Don’t miss this episode of the Impact 360 Institute podcast.
Dr. Frank Turek is a dynamic speaker and award-winning author or coauthor of four books: “I Don’t have Enough Faith to be an Atheist,” “Stealing From God: Why Atheists Need God to Make Their Case,” “Correct, Not Politically Correct” and “Legislating Morality.” As the President of CrossExamined.org, Frank impacts young and old alike at colleges, high schools and churches with hard yet entertaining evidence for Christianity. Frank also writes a column for Townhall.com and has appeared on many TV and radio programs including: The O’Reilly Factor, Hannity and Colmes, Faith under Fire, Politically Incorrect, The Bible Answerman, and Focus on the Family. He has debated atheist Christopher Hitchens twice. A former Aviator in the U.S. Navy, Frank has a Masters from George Washington University and a Doctorate from Southern Evangelical Seminary. For more by Frank turek check out this video,If God, Why Evil?
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How do your protect yourself and your organization from mission drift? What practical steps that can you take as an individual and a leader to stay true to your purpose? Is mission drift only specific to nonprofit organizations as it is to for-profit companies? Is there something your organization can do to become immune to mission drift? Do you know what your mission is and are you actively working to prevent drift? Can I apply these preventative principles to my own personal mission? How can you, as a college student, identify your personal mission?
Peter Greer is president and CEO of HOPE International, a global nonprofit focused on Christ-centered job creation, savings mobilization, and microenterprise development. Peter was formerly employed by World Relief, serving as a microfinance advisor in Cambodia and managing director of Urwego Community Banking in Rwanda. Peter received his undergraduate education in International Business from Messiah College, completed a Master's Degree in Public Policy from Harvard's Kennedy School and received an honorary doctorate from Erskine College. Peter has enthusiastically engaged hundreds of thousands at events like Catalyst, Jubilee, and Passion, addressing subjects such as church engagement in development, international development trends, and microfinance. Peter has written for or been featured in Christianity Today, World Magazine, CNN, Relevant Magazine, Mission Frontiers, and Catalystspace. He is also the author of the book, Mission Drift.
Check out Peter Greer’s book, Mission Drift
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What would happen if a cold case detective examined the case for God? Did the universe have a beginning? Is the universe really “fine-tuned” for life? How and why did life begin? Does the universe show signs of intelligent design? In this episode of the Impact 360 Institute podcast Jonathan Morrow interviews J. Warner Wallace to explore these important questions that affect all of us. If you are interested in finding out more about next summer’s Immersion experience (Save the dates July 10-23.) for high school students click here.
J. Warner Wallace is a former atheist, seasoned cold case homicide detective, and popular national speaker. He is also an Adjunct Professor of Apologetics at Biola University and a Christian case maker and author of several books. J. Warner’s professional investigative work has received national recognition. He has appeared more often than any other detective on NBC’s Dateline. He continues to consult on cold case homicides and television productions and has been awarded the Police and Fire Medal of Valor Sustained Superiority Award. Wallace has written the book Cold Case Christianity and recently finished his book God’s Crime Scene, investigating a case for God.
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What does The Hobbit have to do with God and economics? Is raising the minimum wage the answer to decreasing the poverty gap in America? How can I make a difference for people in poverty? Are there myths that American’s tend to believe about economics? In this episode of the Impact 360 Institute podcast Jonathan Morrow interviews Jay Richards about his new book The Hobbit Party: The Vision of Freedom That J.R.R. Tolkien Got and The West Forgot to explore these important questions.
Jay Richards is the author of Money, Greed, and God. In Money, Greed, and God: Why Capitalism is the Solution and Not the Problem, Senior Fellow at the Discovery Institute Jay W. Richards and bestselling author of Indivisible: Restoring Faith, Family, and Freedom Before It’s Too Late and Infiltrated: How to Stop the Insiders and Activists Who Are Exploiting the Financial Crisis to Control Our Lives and Our Fortunes, defends capitalism within the context of the Christian faith, revealing how entrepreneurial enterprise, based on hard work, honesty, and trust, actually fosters creativity and growth. In doing so, Money, Greed, and God exposes eight myths about capitalism, and demonstrates that a good Christian can be a good capitalist.
If you enjoyed this podcast, check out Jay’s recent talk and Q & A while on our campus called, Why Good Intentions Are Not Enough to Help The Poor.
Should Christians be fearful about engaging culture? Is all hope lost? How can everyday Christians engage and influence culture right where they are at? What are our cultural blind spots? What areas of culture should Christians be aiming at? In this episode of the Impact 360 Institute podcast Jonathan Morrow interviews John Stonestreet about his new book Restoring All Things to explore these important questions.
Guest: John Stonestreet is a speaker and fellow with the Chuck Colson Center for Christian Worldview, and a sought-after communicator and thought leader on faith and culture, theology, worldview, education, and apologetics. He is the voice of two nationally syndicated radio commentaries: BreakPoint (with Eric Metaxas) and The Point. John is the coauthor of Making Sense of Your World: A Biblical Worldview and Same-Sex Marriage: A Thoughtful Approach to God's Design for Marriage. He and his wife and three daughters live in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
Should Christians embrace evolution? Where is the cultural conversation at right now when it comes to evolution? Is our "all-or-nothing" approach to teaching young people about evolution actually hindering them from making it through their college years with a strong faith? In this episode of the Impact 360 Institute podcast Jonathan Morrow interviews Jay Richards to explore these important questions that affect all of us.
Jay W. Richards, Ph.D., is the Executive Editor of The Stream. He is an Assistant Research Professor in the School of Business and Economics at The Catholic University of America and a Senior Fellow at the Discovery Institute. He is author of many books including the New York Times bestsellers Infiltrated (2013), and Indivisible (2012), co-authored with James Robison. He is also the author of Money, Greed, and God, winner of a 2010 Templeton Enterprise Award; and co-author of The Privileged Planet with astronomer Guillermo Gonzalez. His most recent book, co-authored with Jonathan Witt, is The Hobbit Party: The Vision of Freedom that J.R.R. Tolkien Got and the West Forgot. He has a Ph.D., with honors, in philosophy and theology from Princeton Theological Seminary.
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Should Christians Care About Religious Liberty? Where does free speech start and stop? How does that interact with tolerance? What does the controversy in Indiana surrounding religious liberty tell us about our cultural moment? In this episode of the Impact 360 Institute podcast Jonathan Morrow interviews Jay Richards to explore these important questions that affect all of us.
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Jay W. Richards, Ph.D., is the Executive Editor of The Stream. He is an Assistant Research Professor in the School of Business and Economics at The Catholic University of America and a Senior Fellow at the Discovery Institute. He is author of many books including the New York Times bestsellers Infiltrated (2013), and Indivisible (2012), co-authored with James Robison. He is also the author of Money, Greed, and God, winner of a 2010 Templeton Enterprise Award; and co-author of The Privileged Planetwith astronomer Guillermo Gonzalez. His most recent book, co-authored with Jonathan Witt, is The Hobbit Party: The Vision of Freedom that J.R.R. Tolkien Got and the West Forgot. He has a Ph.D., with honors, in philosophy and theology from Princeton Theological Seminary.
What do Muslims believe? What are the basic teachings of Islam? Is Islam a peaceful religion? How does what's going on today in the world with ISIS relate to Islam? On this episode of the Impact 360 Institute podcast we're going to talk about what every Christian needs to know about Islam. Don’t miss this important conversation.
Alan Shlemon is an author and public speaker for Stand to Reason and is known for teaching on some of the most controversial issues of our time like abortion, evolution, homosexuality, bioethics, and Islam. He has been a guest on both TV and radio, and has spoken to thousands of adults and students across the country at churches, conferences, and college campuses.
What if atheism is not the most reasonable position after all? In this interview with author and apologist Dr. Frank Turek, we talk about how atheists actually steal from the Christian worldview to make their case against the God they don’t believe in.
We will also discuss how the existence of evil actually points us in the direction of God and explore how to talk to people who think science has disproven God. And much more! Don’t miss this episode of the Impact 360 Institute podcast.
Has the Bible been so misunderstood that it’s a sin? That is the claim being made in a recent (and lengthy!) Newsweek article. In this episode author and speaker Jonathan Morrow talks about what we can we learn about our cultural moment from this article and how to engage some of the claims being raised that cast doubt on the reliability of the Bible. We will also share about a free video resource you can get at www.IQuestionTheBible.tv. You won’t want to miss this episode of the Impact 360 Institute podcast.
Now more than ever Christians need reasons for faith. In this interview with professor and apologist Dr. Craig Hazen, we talk about the revival in Christian thinking we are seeing today and the importance of being able to know why we believe. We will also discuss questions like “Are Mormons Christians?” And “How do you engage someone who believes in buddhism?” Don’t miss this episode of the Impact 360 Institute podcast.
Ready to explore the evidence for the resurrection further? Check out Did Jesus Rise From the Dead? by one of the world’s leading experts on the resurrection, Dr. William Lane Craig.
Should Christians care about politics? How does politics serve the Gospel? What should and shouldn't we expect from politics? We tackle these questions and more with author and scholar Dr. Francis Beckwith in this episode of the Impact 360 podcast.
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Did you know that schools like Harvard University encourage high school graduates to take a Gap Year? What would it look like for students to launch their college experience with more clarity and confidence in the future that God is calling them to? What are the benefits of a distinctly Christian Gap Year experience? We tackle these questions and more with Dr. John Basie in this episode of the Impact 360 podcast.
Should Christians question the Bible? Is that allowed? Are faith and reason at odds? Why should we trust the Bible when so many people today are skeptical of many of its claims? Is the Bible just a book of fairytales? These are just some of the questions that our executive director Phil Alsup asked Jonathan Morrow about his new book _ Questioning the Bible: 11 Major Challenges to the Bible’s Authority _ in this episode of the Intersection podcast.
About Jonathan Morrow JONATHAN MORROW (D.Min., M.Div., M.A.) is the author of _ Welcome to College _ and _ Think Christianly _ and coauthor of _ Is God Just a Human Invention? _ He also contributed to the Apologetics Study Bible for Students. Jonathan is director of creative strategies for Impact 360 Institute where he teaches in the college Gap Year program and high school summer Immersion experience. As the founder of Think Christianly Jonathan speaks nationally on worldview, apologetics, and culture and is passionate about seeing a new generation of Christ-followers understand what they believe, why they believe it, and why it matters in life. His books have been featured on shows like In the Market with Janet Parshall, Family Life Today, Stand to Reason, Breakpoint, WAY-FM, The Janet Mefferd Show, and Apologetics 315. He and his wife have been married for 13 years and have three children.
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_ How should Christians think about the ethics of war? Can a war be just? Should Christians be pacifists? If there are “just war” principles, then how should they be applied in an age of terrorism? How should we think about the conflict between Israel and Hamas? _ These are just some of the questions that Jonathan Morrow asked Dr. Scott Rae on this episode of the Intersection podcast.
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About Scott Rae Scott Rae is Dean of Faculty, Professor of Christian Ethics and Chair of the Department of Philosophy at Talbot School of Theology, He holds a Th.M. from Dallas Theological Seminary and a Ph.D. from the University of Southern California. He is the author of 11 books, including _ Moral Choices: An Introduction to Ethics (Zondervan, 3rd edition, 2009) _ and _ Doing the Right Thing (Zondervan, 2013) _, a companion book to the film series written and produced by the late Chuck Colson. He has articles in various journals and consults with several southern California hospitals in ethics. He is married to his wife, Sally, with three sons.
What Are the Criteria of “Just War” Theory? The “Just War” tradition has a long history and dates to the time of St. Augustine. Whenever the morality of war is discussed, these criteria are interacted with by media and public officials. For this and other reasons, it is important to be aware of them in order to think clearly about what is a very emotional topic.
Justice in Going to War (Jus Ad Bello Criteria)
- The war in question must be prompted by a just cause
- The war in question must have a just intention, that is, its intent must be to secure a fair peace for all parties involved.
- The war in question must be engaged in as a last resort.
- The war in question must be initiated with a formal declaration by properly constituted authorities.
Justice in the Conduct of War (Jus In Bello Criteria)
- The war in question must be characterized by limited objectives.
- The war in question must be conducted with proportionate means, that is, the amount of force used must be proportionate to the threat. Only sufficient force to repel and deter the aggressor can be justifiably used.
- The war in question must respect noncombatant immunity. Only those individuals who are representing their respective governments in the military can be targeted in the course of the war.
Resources on the Morality of War - _ Moral Choices: An Introduction to Ethics (Zondervan, 3rd edition, 2009) _
- _ War, Peace, and Christianity: Questions and Answers from a Just-War Perspective by J. Daryl Charles _
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Who will the thought police come for next? Is there any room left in our culture for thoughtful and principled disagreement? Whatever happened to tolerance? Recently USA today columnist Kirsten Powers published an article entitled “Liberals’ Dark Ages.” In this episode of the intersection podcast, we will talk about why Christians should be aware of the increasing trend of people being silenced in the public square because they happen to hold an unpopular point of view and how loving our neighbor well requires us to stand up for people’s rights–especially those with whom we disagree.
“We have slipped into an age of un-enlightenment where you fall in line behind the mob or face the consequences. How ironic that the persecutors this time around are the so-called intellectuals. They claim to be liberal while behaving as anything but. The touchstone of liberalism is tolerance of differing ideas. Yet this mob exists to enforce conformity of thought and to delegitimize any dissent from its sanctioned worldview. Intolerance is its calling card….
Got that? A college educator with the right opinions can attack a high school student and keep her job. A corporate executive with the wrong opinions loses his for making a campaign donation. Something is very wrong here.As the mob gleefully destroys people’s lives, its members haven’t stopped to ask themselves a basic question: _ What happens when they come for me? If history is any guide, that’s how these things usually end.” _
Read the whole article by Kirsten Powers here.
Resources on Tolerance, Free Speech, and Civil Society * Why Everyone Needs The Right To Be Wrong * The Case for Civility: And Why Our Future Depends on It by Os Guinness * The Manhattan Declaration
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How can we have more effective spiritual conversations? Where do you start when people don’t share your assumptions about the Bible? How do you find common ground? As Christians we are called to be Christ’s ambassadors. That means we always need to be prepared to engage in conversations that lead people toward life with God. In this podcast we will share two things you can assume in every conversation.
Other Great Resources for Conversations - Tactics: A Game Plan for Discussing Your Christian Convictions by Greg Koukl
- Questioning Evangelism: Engaging People’s Hearts the Way Jesus Did by Randy Newman
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According to a recent article in the MIT Technology Review, “Using the Internet can destroy your faith. That’s the conclusion of a study showing that the dramatic drop in religious affiliation in the U.S. since 1990 is closely mirrored by the increase in Internet use. Back in 1990, about 8 percent of the U.S. population had no religious preference. By 2010, this percentage had more than doubled to 18 percent. That’s a difference of about 25 million people, all of whom have somehow lost their religion…” (read the rest of the MIT article)
Is the internet really bad for your faith? Are teenagers prepared for the spiritual and moral challenges that come from the internet? Is the problem technology or a lack of preparation? These are just a few of the interesting questions we will engage in this episode of the Intersection Podcast.
Further Explore Preparing Students for College and Beyond * Welcome to College: A Christ-Follower’s Guide for the Journey by Jonathan Morrow * _ You Lost Me: Why Young Christians Are Leaving Church…and Rethinking Faith by David Kinnaman _
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On Sunday night March 9, Fox will begin its 13-episode series Cosmos: A Spacetime Odyssey hosted by astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson. This is a new version of Carl Sagan’s very popular 1980′s TV show Cosmos: A Personal Voyage. How should Christians think about this show?Are science and faith at odds? Has Christianity been good for science? Has science made God irrelevant? These are just a few of the interesting questions we will engage in this episode of the Intersection Podcast. We will also hear from special guest Dr. Jay Richards of the Discovery Institute in this episode.
The new Cosmos TV series presents us with both opportunities and challenges. As Christians we have not always handled the faith and science questions well. As a result, many in our culture and the church are often confused about how science and Christianity should relate to each other. This is especially the case with the emerging generation who want to take both God and science seriously. To have a better conversation, we need to understand key concepts like worldview, naturalism, scientism, and design. If this truly is God’s world, then we should expect to see evidence of his power and creative activity (Romans 1:19-20; Psalm 19:1-4).
Watch trailer for the new Cosmos TV show.
Resources on Issues of Faith and Science Raised in Cosmos: - Is God Just a Human Invention? And Seventeen Other Questions Raised by the New Atheists by Sean McDowell and Jonathan Morrow
- God’s Undertaker: Has Science Buried God? by John Lennox
- Science and Faith: Friends or Foes? by C. John Collins
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