Best Andy Crouch Podcasts (2024)

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Human Being and Human Acting after Technology with Dr. Andy Crouch 1:10:57

5d ago1:10:57

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Welcome to the last episode of season 4 of the podcast! In this episode, we explore the profound impact of technology on our daily lives and spiritual well-being. Andy delves into the distinction between tools and devices, highlighting how modern conveniences can sometimes replace essential human skills and relationships. We discuss the challenges …

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Do We Need a Worship Music Reformation? (with Andy Crouch) 1:01:24

7d ago1:01:24

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Host Curtis Chang and Good Faith contributor Andy Crouch strike a chord in their exploration of the dynamics of modern Christian worship music. Their conversation covers the ways that average Christians are becoming limited in their singing abilities, the concert-like performance style of worship leaders in our sanctuaries, and the commercial influ…

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Living a life of love in a distracted world with Andy Crouch 52:02

5d ago52:02

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How can we cultivate presence and deepen relationships in a world that constantly pulls at our attention? Join Joey Odom in this enlightening conversation with bestselling author Andy Crouch, who shares his hard-won wisdom on navigating technology with intention to live a life rich in love. Drawing from his extensive background in divinity and his …

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Episode 304 - Redeeming Your Time with Jordan Raynor 40:02

37m ago40:02

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In this episode, Jordan Raynor discusses his book 'Redeeming Your Time' and how entrepreneurs can uniquely struggle to manage their time. He emphasizes the importance of discerning the essential from the noise and finding peace in Christ before seeking productivity. Jordan also explores the concept of grace-based productivity and how Jesus can serv…

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Rethinking the birds and the bees with sex educator Megan Michelson 1:05:47

5h ago1:05:47

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Are you prepared to have the talk? Host Joey Odom is joined by Megan Michelson, co-founder of Birds & Bees, to discuss the pivotal role of open communication and age-appropriate sex education for children in our tech-saturated world. Megan explains why it's time to move beyond the 'big talk' and instead advocates for initiating conversations early …

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Creating Safe and Secure Connections with Relationship Expert Julie Menanno 59:27

1h ago59:27

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TOPIC & GUEST This week we’re discussing Creating Safe and Secure Connections with Relationship Expert Julie Menanno PAIN POINT We are all born with a need to connect and form bonds. We want secure relationships that are full of deep trust, safety, comfort, and confidence. But often, our relationships are not what we imagined they would be. Enter: …

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How Deep Reading Forms Our Souls (with Jessica Hooten Wilson) 57:46

33m ago57:46

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Host Curtis Chang and award-winning author Jessica Hooten Wilson, the Fletcher Jones Chair of Great Books at Pepperdine University, discuss the decline of deep reading and how this might impact our lives. Hooten Wilson explains the significant benefits that listeners can experience by thoughtfully re-engaging with books as a regular practice. The c…

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Episode 10: Living a Life of Service Without Burning Out (w/ Jedd Medefind) 32:11

35m ago32:11

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Can you believe it? This is the last episode of season one! We couldn’t have asked for a better guest to help us close out this season than Jedd Medefind. Jedd serves as the President of the Christian Alliance for Orphans (CAFO), and previously led the White House Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives under President George W. Bush. Jedd …

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The unintended consequences of sperm donation 49:59

30m ago49:59

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A recent Netflix documentary, The Man With A 1000 Kids, has shone a light on the often under-discussed topic of sperm donation. It exposes a Dutch man as a prolific and deceptive sperm donor who compulsively fathers children around the world via donated sperm. While an extreme case, it raises important questions about the ethics of bringing childre…

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3 Entrepreneurs Speak on the Need for Community with Mickey Peters, Scott Weiss, and Dude Perfect's Coby Cotton 31:43

11m ago31:43

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In this masterclass-style episode of the Faith Driven Entrepreneur Podcast, we highlight three unique ways that community can shape the lives of entrepreneurs. Dude Perfect's Coby Cotton gives insight into how his tight-knit community of college friends has had to learn how to live as co-founders and leaders of one of the largest entertainment bran…

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Voices of Aro: A couple's journey to reclaim family time 17:17

6h ago17:17

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Are your devices bringing you closer together, or pulling you apart? In this Voices of Aro episode, Abby and Brian McIntyre share their journey toward tech-life balance through the power of alignment, communication, and self-awareness. Abby and Brian discuss the benefits of storytelling and mentorship in inspiring others to navigate the complexitie…

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How Codependency Ruins Relationships 41:03

1h ago41:03

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TOPIC This week we’re discussing How Codependency Ruins Relationships. PAIN POINT The things we do as codependents is all about trying to protect a relationship and develop deeper connections—but in actuality, codependency keeps us outside of a true relationship. How does codependency ruin relationships and how can we break free from these unhealth…

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Trump, Biden, and The Power of Self Reflection (with Pete Wehner) 58:47

39m ago58:47

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Host Curtis Chang and Pete Wehner, a former speechwriter for President George W. Bush, engage in a thought-provoking discussion about tackling inner demons amidst America’s current political upheaval. They delve into topics such as the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump, President Joe Biden's determination to continue despite …

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Episode 9: Cultivating Home for People Who are Chronically Homeless (w/ Gabrielle Clowdus) 46:44

5d ago46:44

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Hey, neighbors! We are honored to have you on this journey with us as we grow and practice biblical justice and compassion together. This week on Just Neighbors, I have the opportunity to welcome Dr. Gabrielle Clowdus, the founder of Settled, which is an organization helping churches develop permanent supportive tiny home villages (called Sacred Se…

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Neo-Luddism and the ‘myth’ of progress: Should Christians be pro or anti technology? 34:24

1h ago34:24

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In recent weeks we have discussed how to keep modern technology at arms-length (smartphones in the home) and our excitement at how humans may be about to untap God’s blessing in creation through technology (the solar energy revolution). Today we ask the question: can we really hold these positions simultaneously? Can we be neo-Luddites when it come…

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Facebook whistleblower Frances Haugen's fight to reform social media and protect children 51:42

8d ago51:42

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Website: https://andy-crouch.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ahcpix/ X: https://x.com/franceshaugen?lang=en - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Learn More About Aro Website | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | Facebook | LinkedIn The Aro Podcast is produced and edited by Palm Tree Pod Co.By Joey Odom

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Episode 302 - Scaling an Ice Cream Empire. Overcoming Challenges. Finding God's Peace. with Blue Bell's Ricky Dickson 37:22

14d ago37:22

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Ricky Dickson, the retired CEO of Blue Bell Ice Cream, joins the Faith Driven Entrepreneur podcast to discuss his experience leading and scaling a national company through growth and incredible pitfalls. Using his new book, One Scoop at a Time, as a backdrop, Ricky shares how his 40+ year career at Blue Bell started right after college. He gives an…

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Building Healthy Relationships with Our Kids (Featuring Solo Kids Colton & Zara) 58:37

21m ago58:37

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TOPIC & GUEST This week we’re discussing Building Healthy Relationships with Our Kids (Featuring Solo Kids Colton & Zara) PAIN POINT As single parents, we all want healthy relationships with our kids. And, as any parent knows, it’s not as easy as it sounds and there’s certainly not a cut-and-dry way of doing this. But are there some good practices …

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Christology Ancient & Modern with Dr. Lucy Peppiatt 59:18

16h ago59:18

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Episode 8: Foster Care & the Heart of God (w/ Jamie Finn) 46:20

3d ago46:20

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Hey, neighbors! We are honored to have you on this journey with us as we grow and practice biblical justice and compassion together. This week, we are joined by Jamie Finn, who is a dear friend of mine. Jamie is the best-selling author of Fostering the Family, founder and president of Foster the Family, host of the Real Mom Podcast, founder and own…

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Energy abundance: Is the coming solar power revolution a blessing from God? 55:50

21d ago55:50

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Even sober-minded experts are getting excited about solar power. Respectable estimates suggest the price of energy derived from sunlight will continue to drop spectacularly as the number of panels installed worldwide continues to explode exponentially. In the relatively near future we may move into an era of energy abundance, where we have not just…

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A Christian Alternative to the Culture of Niceness (with Dr. Calvin Troup) 45:06

3d ago45:06

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Host Curtis Chang goes back to school and sits down with Geneva College President Dr. Calvin Troup and student Mattigan Burleigh to explore the college's long-standing political coursework, dating back to 1881. They delve into how, in an era fraught with political anxiety, the culture of niceness has eroded an authentic engagement across difference…

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Episode 301 - How Entrepreneurs Can Develop Enduring Friendships with Dr. Bryan Lorrits 39:26

14d ago39:26

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In this episode of the Faith Driven Entrepreneur Podcast, Dr. Bryan Loritts joins Joey Honescko and William Norvell to discuss the importance of deep, long-lasting friendships in the context of entrepreneurship. Pulling from his new book, Enduring Friendships: Sticking Together in an Age of Unfriending, Dr. Loritts emphasizes the need for what he c…

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Using Loneliness to Your Advantage with Dr. Chip Dodd 56:28

5d ago56:28

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TOPIC & GUEST This week we’re discussing Using Loneliness to Your Advantage with Dr. Chip Dodd PAIN POINT If there is one word to describe single parenting, it’s “loneliness.” We are reminded throughout the day—in big and small ways—that we don’t have a partner for companionship. Loneliness hits when we miss our kids if we’re co-parenting. And we’r…

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The Cross & The Sword (with Tim Alberta pt. 2 of 2) 44:15

7d ago44:15

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In the second part of their extensive conversation, host Curtis Chang and author Tim Alberta discuss how some people in the church use the message of the cross as a weapon to exert political power over others, thus diluting its significance. They explore how many truth-seeking non-believers are put off by what they perceive as the hypocritical poli…

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Episode 7: Building Reconciling Communities (w/ David Bailey) 45:14

20d ago45:14

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Hey, neighbors! We’re back this week with another great episode as we explore the topic of reconciliation and how we can create communities that are crafted in a way that bring racial healing and reconcile us to one another. Our very idea of what it means to be reconciled will likely be challenged through this conversation. Joining us for this epis…

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Julian Assange, whistleblowers, and the Christian case for journalism 48:01

10d ago48:01

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The controversial hacker and activist (and maybe journalist?) Julian Assange was suddenly freed for five years in a British jail last month, after he reached a surprise deal with the US authorities over classified military files he published online more than ten years ago. Some see this as a victory for free speech and crusading journalism, but oth…

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OneRepublic lead singer Ryan Tedder on cultivating kids' passions while managing screen time 43:11

12d ago43:11

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When it comes to encouraging creativity with our kids, how does screen time fit into the picture? This week on The Aro Podcast, we revisit Aro Co-Founder Joey's conversation with Ryan Tedder, frontman of OneRepublic and a celebrated songwriter and producer, about how he sets boundaries and positive examples with his family. A longtime friend of Joe…

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Trailblazing Success: Rethinking Contracts and Trail Construction with Randy Martin 39:14

12d ago39:14

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Welcome to Business Builder Way! In today's episode, host Wayne Herring and guest Randy Martin dive into the world of trail construction and outdoor business success. Randy, the founder of Trailscape, shares his insights on the importance of trust and negotiation in contracts, emphasizing the company's expertise in fire breaks that have saved homes…

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Christian Responses to the News of the Day with Dr. Jeffery Bilbro 48:00

12d ago48:00

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In this episode, we dive into the intricate world of modern media with Dr. Jeffery Bilbro. Jeff discusses the challenges and opportunities presented by today's digital landscape, emphasizing the importance of discernment and thoughtful engagement. We explore how Christians can navigate the overwhelming influx of information and maintain a focus on …

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Building Authentic Relationships When You Don't Have Time 48:56

14d ago48:56

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TOPIC This week we’re discussing Building Authentic Relationships When You Don’t Have Time PAIN POINT We crave deep and authentic relationships with other people but developing them takes time and emotional availability. How do we build authentic relationships when we’re running scarce on time or energy? 3 MAIN POINTS Today, we cover three main poi…

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Playing the Long Game in 2024 (with Tim Alberta pt. 1 of 2) 53:27

14d ago53:27

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Tim Alberta and Curtis Chang suggest a long-term approach for Christians when it comes to political engagement. They explore how the pursuit of short term political power has led believers away from effectively sharing the Gospel message. Alberta and Chang encourage listeners to consider how a deeper alignment with Jesus can lead to genuine engagem…

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Physics and the gospel: Richard Cheetham on how churches can embrace science once more 56:50

17d ago56:50

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Despite reams of research debunking the myth and countless examples of pioneering Christian researchers, many people still believe intuitively that somehow science and religion are in constant conflict. There are even those within the church who, perhaps subconsciously, buy into a narrative that what happens in labs around the world has no relevanc…

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Episode 300 - The Entrepreneur’s Greatest Need: The Riff with Henry Kaestner and Justin Forman 41:15

18d ago41:15

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It’s our 300th episode! In this conversation Joey Honescko, Henry Kaestner, and Justin Forman celebrate the growth and evolution of the podcast and the entire Faith Driven Movement. They reflect on all that God has done over the past five years and dive deep into the importance of community for faith-driven entrepreneurs. The three wrestle with the…

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I wish my husband knew I struggle with my identity 43:14

19d ago43:14

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I Wish My Husband Knew is back on The Aro Podcast with Aro Co-Founder Joey and Mistye Wilson, the wife of Aro Co-Founder Heath! This week, Mistye opens up about her struggle with identity, particularly as a stay-at-home mom with two kids about to head off to college. Mistye explains that identity struggles are an ongoing process that occur at every…

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Finding Peace in Singleness 29:01

20d ago29:01

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ROUNDTABLE FORMAT TOPIC Today we are discussing Finding Peace in Singleness PAIN POINT As a single parent, the topic of singleness brings up all sorts of hopes, fears, and emotions. Can we make peace with being single while still wanting or being open to romantic love? 3 MAIN POINTS Today, we cover three main points: The importance of self-reflecti…

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The politics of threat detection (with David French) 57:59

23d ago57:59

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Host Curtis Chang and "founding friend" David French sit down for a deep dive into ways people are detecting threats in today's polarized landscape. They explore how both conservatives and progressives (including Christians of both stripes) often distort potential dangers, creating a misleading perception of reality and double standards. They also …

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Episode 6: Equipping the Saints to Act Humbly & Live Justly (w/ Matt Horine) 30:47

29d ago30:47

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During the month of June, applications are open to become a TFI Advocate! TFI Advocates bridge the gap between churches and agencies right in their local community. Get the details and apply right here. The biblical call to love our neighbor is not some lofty idea to be carried out by “particularly special” people or just at a government level. Whe…

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Dependence: Should Christians embrace ‘being a burden’ on others as we get old? 59:01

26d ago59:01

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Tim’s been away this last week on holiday so we’re bringing you an episode from the Matters of Life and Death vault today. There is a looming ‘demographic timebomb’ – a growing mass of elderly and increasingly chronically ill people in many developed nations, expected to place huge strain on public resources. The policy debates around this issue of…

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Episode 299 - Three Views on Layoffs with Vic Ho, Rusty Rueff, and Daniel Fong 34:04

1M ago34:04

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One of the hardest realities in the life of every Faith Driven Entrepreneur is that things often don't go as planned. Unforeseen circumstances can cause all sorts of issues in a company, and sometimes those circumstances affect the people we employ. In this episode, we're going to look at layoffs. How can we think well about these difficult situati…

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Building resilience in marriage and parenting with Brook and Elizabeth Mosser 1:01:05

26d ago1:01:05

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Aro Co-Founder Joey is joined by Brook and Elizabeth Mosser, leaders of Intentional and hosts of "The Intentional Parents Podcast" this week on The Aro Podcast. In this episode, Brook and Elizabeth share their personal story of their daughter being diagnosed with a severe form of epilepsy at just six months old, turning their lives upside down. The…

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Vision and Values: Exploring the Dynamics of Entrepreneurship with 5 Star Heating & Air 41:17

1M ago41:17

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Welcome to the Business Builder Way podcast! In this episode, we dive deep into the inspiring journey of Tiffany and Kevin Putalavage, founders of 5 Star Heating and Air. Join us as we uncover their incredible story of perseverance, sacrifices, and ultimate success as they share their experiences of starting a business during the COVID-19 pandemic.…

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Making Peace with Letting Someone Down 39:44

28d ago39:44

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TOPIC This week we’re discussing “Making Peace with Letting Someone Down” PAIN POINT It’s easy to think making peace is “avoiding conflict” or “not standing up for yourself” because things do appear peaceful, but a lot of times, getting to a place of peace requires conflict or boundaries—and it’s really hard to do. How do we make peace with letting…

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The Unseen Spiritual Powers Shaping Our World (with N.T. Wright) 1:00:08

29d ago1:00:08

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Host Curtis Chang engages in an enlightening discussion with renowned New Testament scholar, pastor, and author N.T. Wright. They delve deeply into the concept of the "principalities and powers" in the writings of the Apostle Paul, examining the invisible - but powerful - spiritual realities behind our institutions, politics, and culture. Listen an…

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