The Kingdoms Podcast: Recent Episodes
with Luke Crawford & Matthew Maw
If you could do anything for the Kingdom of God, what would you do? Together we explore ambition, discovering calling, and impacting culture, seeking to live the words of Jesus "Father, Your kingdom come, Your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven."
99 | Dr. Emily Smith on the Science of the Good Samaritan, Going Viral and Facing Public Attack, Embracing a Lifestyle of Selfless Love, and Standing in Solidarity with the World's Most Vulnerable
98 | Jay Hewitt on Receiving a Terminal Cancer Diagnosis and Committing to Complete and Ironman, the Immeasurable Power of a Good Team, How Gratitude is the Doorway to Joy, and Discovering True Strength in Great Weakness
97 | Gary Thomas on the Art of Unlearning, Recognizing and Responding to Divine Dissatisfaction, Confronting Entitled Christians, and How to Relearn the Primacy of Humility
96 | Elita Friesen on Leading and Teaching Towards Spiritual Renewal in Post-Christian Contexts, Overcoming Seasons of Adversity and Disappointment, and Her Best Insights on Developing Creative Written Content
95 | Ike Miller on Healing and Learning from the Baggage in our Lives, Confronting and Overcoming the Cycles that Sabotage our Relationships, and How to Enrich your Life by Embracing New Patterns of Living
94 | Philip Yancey on Healing from Loss in Communities of Compassion, Unlearning Toxic Religious Traditions, The Heart of God Revealed in the Humility of Christ, Finding Role Models, and How to Lead Towards Unity in Times of Upheaval and Division
93 | Drew Dyck on Self-Control in a Freedom First Culture, Fostering Resilient Faith, Effectively Reaching Communities with no Christian Presence, and the Transforming Power of Spiritual Disciplines.
92 | Karen Swallow Prior on the Rise of Evangelicalism, the Social Imaginaries that Form us, Navigating the Tension Between Traditional Piety and Innovative Enlightenment, the Influence of Consumerism on the Church, and the Need for Reformation Today
91 | Nicky Gumbel on His Father's Experience Escaping Nazi Germany, Pioneering the Alpha Course, Championing Gospel Unity in the Church, and How to Accomplish Global Evangelism
90 | Richard Blackaby on Experiencing God, Faith in Adversity, Confronting Hypocrisy in the Church, and the Eternal Impact of a Life of Obedience to God
89 | Aaron Johnson on Rediscovering Faith after Experiencing Tragedy, Finding the Courage to Lead in Complex Times, Faith Risks and New Beginnings, and Wisdom for the Next Generation of Church Leaders
88 | Meisha Watson on Her Career in Acting and Broadcasting, Media as a Ministry Tool, Singleness, Romance, and Dating, and What Needs to Happen for the Church to Truly Become a Family
Bonus Episode: Rick Warren Shares the Six Phases that God Uses to Grow People to Spiritual Maturity While Fulfilling the Dreams he Gives Them
87 | Chris Martin on Becoming a Published Author, the Power of the Social Internet in Culture Making, Living with Humility and Discernment in a Digital Age, and How Social Media Transforms our Understanding of Identity, Purpose, and Significance
86 | Dr. Lisa Pak on Leading Global Strategy at Finishing the Task with Pastor Rick Warren, Learning from Failure and Adversity, Equipping the Global Church for Kingdom Impact, and Galvanizing the Next Generation to Live on Mission.
85 | Aliza Latta on the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Encountering God through Art and the Natural World, Her Best Advice for Budding Creatives, Spiritual Formation in the Post-Christian West, and Investing in the Faith of Future Generations
84 | Andrew Root on the Essence of Practical Theology, Standing With and For the Hurting, Oppressed, and Marginalized, the Church After Innovation, and Embracing Kingdom Creativity Grounded in Gospel Faithfulness
83 | Barnabas Piper Speaks to Discovering True Belonging in a Community of Faith, Journeying Through the Pain of Divorce, Experiencing Healing in the Wake of Church Hurt, and Encountering Mercy that Triumphs over Shame
82 | Kristian Jack on Chasing Your Dream Vocation, How Faith Equips you to Deal with Unexpected Adversity, Covering the World Cup of Soccer, and Lionel Messi
81 | Shane Claiborne on Social Justice and Dolly Parton, Embracing the Sanctity of Every Life, Addressing Compassion and Corruption in the History of the Church, and the Transforming Power of Proximity and Protestifying
80 | Jesse Eubanks on Understanding Ourselves, God, and Others Through the Enneagram, Recognizing Healthy Versus Toxic Relational Patterns, and How Jesus Meets us in our Pain and Insecurity to Transform Who we Are Becoming
79 | Sam Allberry on Spiritual Formation and Sexual Ethics, Following Christ in Post-Christian Contexts, and Communicating the Goodness of the Gospel in a Western World that is Disillusioned with the Church
78 | Glenn Packiam on Becoming Resilient in Times of Adversity, Confronting the Crisis of Credibility in Christianity, Eliminating the Threat of Racism and Christian Nationalism in the Church, and Unity in Diversity
77 | Hilary Yancey on Taylor Swift, Nurturing an Integrated View of the Self, Enduring the Pain of Unanswered Prayer, Learning from and Loving Individuals with Disabilities, and Encountering the Compassion of God in the Wounds of Christ
76 | Richard Lackey on Discovering your Calling by Paying Attention to What breaks Your Heart, Ending Global Hunger, and Empowering Families in Third World Nations to Thrive Through access to Creative Education Platforms
75 | Rich Villodas on Understanding Sin as Failure to Love, Healing from Trauma in Healthy Community, Discovering Contemplative Prayer, Experiencing Forgiveness as Freedom, and How Encountering Jesus Heals Fractured Perspectives Toward God
74 | Dustin Boreland shares his Best Insights on Loving People who are Opposed to Jesus, Uniting Right Theology with Community Engagement, Serving at Risk Youth, and Creating Kingdom Culture in Your Local Context
73 | Tyler Staton on the Spiritual Discipline of Prayer, Encountering the Wounded Healer Through our Suffering, and How God's Love Transforms Lives
72 | Karen Eubank on Taking Life-Changing Leaps of Faith, Entering into Conflict and Chaos to Bring Compassion and Hope, and Embracing Godly Discontent
71 | Dr. Karen Swallow Prior on Discovering an orthodox faith, Living with Redemptive Conviction in Post-Christian Contexts, and Creating Redemptive Culture in an age of Cultural Criticism, Cancellation, and Conformity
70 | Gary Thomas Shares His Personal Journey to Becoming an Author, Talks Becoming People Who are Filled and Formed by the Holy Spirit, and Discusses Experiencing God's Best Designs for Sexual Intimacy
69 | Brent Tremblay on his Journey to the NHL, Premature Retirement, and How Tragedy led him to Encounter Jesus and Discover His Calling
68 | Kyleigh Wells on the War in Ukraine, Her Experience Providing Medical Aid to Citizens in West Ukraine, War, Justice, and Forgiving Enemies, and How the Gospel Informs Welcoming and Caring for Refugees
67 | Laura Fess on the Difference Between Healthy and Toxic Church Cultures, Cheap Deconstruction versus Real Deconstruction, Emotionally Healthy Spirituality, and How the Hope of the Gospel Redefines our Lives
66 | Dr. David Sherbino on Partnering with and Learning from the Global Church, Intimacy with God, Spiritual Formation and Deconstruction, and Death, Dying, and the Christian Faith
65 | Scott Sauls on Finding Freedom from Regret, Hurt, and Fear, Encountering God in Times of Pain, Suffering and Character Formation, and the Power of Honesty in Weakness
64 | Dr. Irene Kraegel Explores Christian Mindfulness as a Spiritual Discipline for Experiencing Inner Peace, Being Present to God, Practicing Self-Care, and Entering into the Kingdom of God
63 | Léonce Crump Explores how to Have a Redemptive Presence in Your Local Context, God's Designs for Renovating the World, Social Justice and the Church, and Developing a Biblical Worldview
62 | Dane Ortlund on the True Heart of God, His Personal Journey into Ministry, and How to Follow Jesus Through Adversity
61 | Nicole Zasowski on the Discipline of Celebration, Embracing Joy Despite Experiences of Loss, How Gratitude and Grace Impact Personal Renewal, and Overcoming Burnout
60 | Derwin Gray on How to Heal our Racial Divide, Leading a Multi-Ethnic Faith Community, Developing a Theology of Unity in Diversity, and the Role of Spiritual Formation in Promoting Reconciliation
59 | Nicole Langman on Overcoming Rejection, Experiencing Healing and Freedom, and Using Your Story to Minister to Others
Jordan Wilcox reflecting on Church Planting in a Pandemic, Forming Healthy Rhythms of Life, and the Unity of the Church in the Midst of Division
In this episode, Luke & Matt discuss what it means to Rest in God, moving away from busy lives to find real meaning in being unproductive yet being at peace.
56 | Lloyd Oppel on Surviving Captivity and Torture as a Prisoner of War, Surrendering to God's Call to Cross-Cultural Missions, and Witnessing the Gospel Transform Lives
55 | David Robinson on Discovering Your Purpose, Leading Through Crises, Becoming an Agent of Healing for Hurting People, and the Transforming Power of Grace
54 | Corey Stephenson on Asking Honest Questions, the Current State of Apologetics, and Integrating Psychology and Faith
53 | Toni Nieuwhof Shares Her Personal Story of Healing in Her Marriage, How to Navigate Difficulties and Conflict in Romantic Relationships, and the Vital Role of Community in Helping Marriages Thrive
52 | Andy Bannister Explores Christian Apologetics in Post-Modern Culture, Why Young People Are Walking Away from Their Faith, Islam and Christianity, and the Debate Surrounding the True Identity of Jesus
51 | Ken Shigematsu on Following Jesus in a Post-Christian Culture, Embracing Diversity in the Church, Pursuing God in Every Sphere of Life, and Discovering the Beauty of the Incarnation
In Part 4 of the Kingdom Focus Mini-Series, Luke and Matt discuss recent podcast conversations around Sport and Sport Ministry.
In Part 3 of the Kingdom Focus Mini-Series Luke and Matt discuss recent podcast conversations around the Mission of God.
In Part 2 of the Kingdom Focus Mini-Series Luke and Matt discuss recent podcast conversations around Spiritual Formation.
In Part 1 of the Kingdom Focus Mini-Series Luke and Matt discuss recent podcast conversations around Deconstruction & Reconstruction.
Author Philip Yancey joins the Kingdoms Podcast for a rich conversation about his most recent work Where the Light Fell. Yancey shares his personal journey of growing up in a toxic faith culture and a single parent home. Along with exploring his own experience of deconstruction and reconstruction, Yancey speaks to the tumult of the 1960's and the significant parallels that exist between social justice efforts then and now. What's more, he delves into the beautiful mystery of God's grace, and how God softened and changed his heart during his College years.
Ultimately, Where the Light Fellis a story of redemption, healing, and hope - an excellent read. We trust this conversation will be helpful and inspiring.
Additional ResourcesEp. 50 | Philip Yancey on Youtube
Ep. 50 | Philip Yancey on Apple Podcasts
Ep. 50 | Philip Yancey on Spotify
49 | Matt Coe on Taking Big Faith Risks, the Purpose and Power of Sports Ministry, Mentoring Young Leaders, and Encountering God's Faithfulness amidst Adversity
48 | Paul Sadler Reflecting on His Years as a Missionary in Japan, Contextualizing the Gospel, and Lessons for Ministry in the Western World
47 | AJ Sherrill on Experiencing Inner Peace, Healing, and Intimacy Through Contemplative Prayer, Following Jesus Towards a New Humanity, and Embracing Life Rhythms That Renew
46 | Sarah Covey on Therapy and Discipleship, Seeing Ourselves as God Sees Us, and Practical Helps to Maintain Spiritual Health
44 | Joanna la Fleur on Empowering Creatives, Communication Innovation in the Church, and Digital Discipleship
43 | Fatih Salloum on Searching for God in the midst of the Syrian Civil War, Faith amid Persecution, and Embracing Refugees in our Communities
42 | Dan Hamhuis on Keeping the Faith in Professional Sports, the Power of Loving Mentorship, and Competing for the Glory of God
41 | Jo Saxton on Empowering Women to Embrace Their Role in Living out the Great Commission, Confronting and Overcoming Racism, Saying Yes to God, and Leading from a Place of Sustained Health.
39 | Ruth Hubbard on Discovering God's Will by Choosing Surrender, Becoming an Agent of Redemption in Your Local Context, and Equipping the Next Generation to Embrace the Great Commission
38 | Ryan Walter on Following Jesus as a Professional Athlete, Building Teams that Succeed, and His Best Insights on Leadership From Life, Faith, and Hockey.
37 | Nicole Zasowski on Laying Down Safety and Certainty to Find Freedom, Becoming Peacemakers in Times of Polarization, and Moving Through Pain to Discover Purpose
36 | Pieter Valk Shares His Story of Embracing a Traditional Sexual Ethic as a Gay Christian, Understanding Vocational Singleness and Modern Monasticism, Equipping Christians to Care for the Gay Community, and God's Wisdom for Human Sexuality
35 | Jon Thompson Explores Seeking the Kingdom of God Amid the Extremes of Militant Religiosity and Liberal Progressivism, Discovering Spiritual Gifts, and Living to Demonstrate God's Love, Truth, and Power
34 | Jenn Pollock Michel on Embracing Life’s Tensions, Exploring the Word Evangelistically, Faith Formation, and the Durability of God’s Love
33 | Bruxy Cavey on Deconstructing and Reconstructing Faith, How Jesus Redefines our Concept of Kingdom and Community, Navigating the Tension Between Institutional Religion and Organic Faith, and Living in Celebration of the Gospel
32 | Dr. Patrick Fung on Medical Missions in Pakistan, Nurturing Unity while leading a Diverse International Organization, Rethinking Cross-Cultural Gospel Engagement, and How God Accomplishes His Kingdom Purposes Through the Weak
31 | Rich Villodas on Experiencing Unity while Celebrating Diversity, Embracing Racial Reconciliation and Justice, Trauma and Healing, Integrating Sexuality and Spirituality, and Leading with Self-Giving Love
29 | Shane Claiborne on Serving the Poor Alongside Mother Theresa in Calcutta, How to Rebuild Broken Communities, and Confronting Christian Nationalism with a Wholistic View of God's Kingdom
28 | Gavin Peacock on Representing Christ as a Premier League Soccer Player, Maximizing your Abilities for the Glory of God, Putting Christ First in Everything, and Lessons from the Life of Eric Liddell
26 | Joel A'Bell on Doing What God Desires, the Kingdom Life in all Spheres of Life, Self-Care to Care for Others, and Embracing Suffering with Jesus
25 | Annie Lobert on Surviving Over a Decade of Sex-Trafficking, Starting a Non-Profit to Rescue Women from the Sex Industry, How Churches can Promote Healing for Victims of Sexual Exploitation, and Hope for Overcoming Sexual Addiction
TKP Bonus 1 | 25 Episodes in, what inspires the questions, conversations, and mission of the Kingdoms Podcast?
23 | JL Miller on the Beauty of Life in God's Kingdom, Addressing and Overcoming Disappointment with Evangelicalism, Spiritual Transformation as a Journey of Becoming, Healthy Lament, and Experiencing the Power of God in and Through the Ordinary.
21 | Dave Eubank on Rescuing Iraqi Civilians from ISIS Fighters, Key Lessons on Mercy, Trust, and Leadership from Serving Burmese Refugees, and Laying Down Safety and Certainty to Follow Jesus in Establishing God's Kingdom Among Oppressed Peoples.
20 | Mark Galli on His Concern We've Forgotten God, the Church's Infatuation with Emotion and Activism, and the Need to Return to Contemplative Devotion
19 | Julian Cook Delves Into His Story as an African American in the United States, Cultural Reform, Confronting Systematic Racism and White Supremacy, and How the Gospel Defies Oppression and Unites All People
18 | Scott Sauls on Communicating the Gospel in Diverse Contexts, Faith that Promotes the Flourishing of People and Cultures, And Living with Humility and Authenticity in a Culture Disillusioned with Hypocrisy in the Church
17 | Dr. Michael Haykin discusses Experiencing Racism as an Immigrant, Culture Wars & Marxism, and a Hope-Filled Take on the Church's Future
15 | Mark Scheifele Shares About the Role Faith Plays in His NHL Career, Embracing the Ambition to Be the Best, Fame and Identity, and How to Impact Others Through The Platform God has Given You
14 | Dr. Benjamin Hegeman On Discovering God's Calling on His Life, The Unique Challenges and Joys of Serving Among Muslims, and the Beauty of Seeing the Gospel Transform Lives, and How to Invite our Muslim Neighbours to Encounter Jesus
13 | Danielle Strickland on Living a Transformed Life, Becoming a Difference Maker in Your Community, Fighting for Justice, The Heart of The Gospel Message, and Embracing True Freedom
12 | Jon Fuller Delves into Missionary Experiences in the Philippines, Philosophy and Faith, Sharing Life with Muslims, Discovering a Life of Eternal Purpose, Living with Passion for God's Glory Among the Nations, Empowering People to Become Everything God Created Them to Be, and Cultivating a Sense of Wonder of God
11 | Leighton Walters on Ambitious Entrepreneurship, Launching a Nationwide Non-Profit, Heart for the Homeless, in Australia, Building the Kingdom of God as a Businessman, Overcoming Daunting Health Crises, and Moving to Canada to Launch His Own Coffee Business.
10 | Wesley Huff on Acting in Bollywood, Encountering God Through Physical Healing, Grappling with Doubt and Faith, Understanding how Truth Engages the Head, Heart, and Hands, and Being Prepared to Give an Answer for Your Faith
9 | Tom Miyakawa on the Statistics Behind Effective Evangelism, How to Courageously Share Your Faith, the Thrill of Saying Yes to God, Embracing a Lifestyle of Discipleship, and the Joy of Seeing God Multiply our Kingdom Building Efforts.
8 | Dr. Rick Reed, President of Heritage College and Seminary, On How to Discern God's Will for Your Life, Trusting God When Your Plans Fail, Refusing to Waste Your Life, Living with Kingdom Ambition, And Walking with Deep Dependence on and Obedience to God.
7 | Dr. Steve Griffiths Breaks Down Serving on Mission in Creative Access Nations, Helping Third World Countries Overcome Leprosy, How the Sacred and the Secular are Interwoven, and Embracing Your Professional Vocation as a Kingdom Calling.
6 | Mike Gordon Unpacks Ministry to Youth, Discovering his Gift for Public Speaking, Journeying with God in Suffering, and Touring with Top CCM Artists like Toby Mac, For King and Country, and Skillet.
5 | Rev. Frank Ritchie, Lead Chaplain for Media Chaplaincy New Zealand, On His Personal Relationship with Christ, Bridging the Gap Between Religion and Media Influencers, Caring for His Countrymen Following the Christchurch Shootings, Embodied Faith, and Interacting with Competing World-views as a Follower of Jesus.
4 | Dave Lane Unpacks Discerning and Discipling the Core Needs of Youth and Young Adults, Shifts in Youth Culture, Empowering Parents, Mentors, and Youth Leaders to invest in the lives of Teens, and Living with Kingdom Ambition in a Post-Christian Culture.
Rick Buck on navigating post-Christian culture, living with courage in the face of crisis, how suffering reveals our true character, and experiencing lasting hope through faith in Christ.
Dr. Shirley Mullen, President of Houghton College, shares her journey of discovering her personal calling, understanding ambition, defeating her fear of inadequacy, and empowering others to reach their full potential.
Mike Gartner, member of the Hockey Hall of Fame, shares his journey of falling in love with hockey, competing with excellence, following Jesus through the temptations and challenges of professional sports, balancing ambition and humility, and using success as an athlete to positively influence others.
Welcome to The Kingdoms Podcast, where hosts Luke Crawford and Matthew Maw, along with guests from various spheres of influence, explore what it means to live the words of Jesus, "Father, your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven."