Cross Section - Conversations at the intersection of faith, news and culture. A podcast from the Evangelical Alliance
…
continue reading
A show for Christ-followers who want to participate more effectively in God's work, both at home and to the ends of the earth.
…
continue reading
For Christian women who are hungry to know God and make Him known. Host Karen Bejjani (author and iHOPE Ministries' Co-Founder) dishes up a fresh dose of inspiration and moral courage through conversations with faith-filled women who are living as authentic witnesses across cultures in their daily lives. For more inspiration visit TheBlueCord.org.
…
continue reading
Lecture series by Dr. Manuel Ortiz
…
continue reading
Perspective Underground is a podcast that helps Christians to understand differing worldviews and then to take that knowledge to a practical level when it comes to evangelism or relationships with others.
…
continue reading
Regular reflections and conversations about the obstacles and emerging best practices of cross-cultural urban ministry. Visit our website to find out more at http://www.globalcitymission.org/
…
continue reading
A podcast that engages faith, on the margins. Faith that has been labeled, profane, non-conformist, and/ or “out there.” We’ll be exploring the intersections of the sacred, secular, and profane to find God & forms of deity. Profane Faith is a Dauntless Media Collective podcast. Visit dauntless.fm for more content.
…
continue reading
The Naked Gospel explores what it means for humans to be sexed image bearers who are made by a relational God. To that end, we have candid and raw discussions about relationships, sexual ethics, theology, pornography, sex trafficking, singleness, marriage, and everything in between.
…
continue reading
We believe the American church needs reformation. To go forward we must go back. This podcast will explore the theology and practices of the early church and other eras of discipleship multiplication and apply those learnings to our post-Christian/secular American culture. American Reformation is a podcast of the Unite Leadership Collective. Follow us at uniteleadership.org. We consult, bring together cohorts of congregations for peer to peer learning, and certify leaders for work in the chu ...
…
continue reading
1
226: Building Resilience for the Missionary Task – Encore Episode
55:57
55:57
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
55:57
In this conversation, we hear from Dick who shares about why resilience is so important for the missionary task. He also describes where resilience comes from and how it can be built. Dick also shares how supporters of mission workers can help to encourage and foster their resilience. [et_social_share]…
…
continue reading
Invest in conversations like this one for $5 and receive a Naked Gospel coffee mug! https://www.provenmen.org/disruptors/ Resources for men, women, wives, and parents! https://www.provenmen.org/provenministries/ Husband Material So you want to outgrow porn. But how? How do you change your brain, heal your heart,... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify…
…
continue reading
1
General election | Housing and homelessness
32:58
32:58
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
32:58
In this episode of Cross Section, Danny Webster is joined Jon Kuhrt, CEO of Hope into Action and Dilly Harris, Homeless Prevention Manager West at Bethany Christian Trust. The group discuss the state of homelessness in the UK, housing policy and hopes for the government and the role of the church in responding to homelessness. Read Thinking faithfu…
…
continue reading
1
Shifting the Titanic: Joyful Church Revitalization with Pastor Jeremy Jacoby
56:09
56:09
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
56:09
Ever wondered how a seasoned pastor reinvigorates hope in struggling churches? Join us on the American Reformation podcast as we welcome Pastor Jeremy Jacoby, a trailblazer in church planting and revitalization. Pastor Jeremy opens up about his transformative journey from founding new congregations to breathing new life into established churches th…
…
continue reading
1
Exposing Hookup Culture: The Naked Truth w/ Cynthia Garrett
55:42
55:42
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
55:42
In this episode, we sit down with Cynthia Garrett to discuss her groundbreaking new book, The Naked Truth: Reclaiming Sexual Freedom in a Culture of Lies. Garrett boldly addresses the redefinition and manipulation of sex and sexuality in today’s culture, challenging the silence of Christians amidst the noise. We delve into the myths of the sexual r…
…
continue reading
1
Are We Programmed to Watch Porn?? w/ Wailer
54:57
54:57
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
54:57
A conversation about spiritual formation and how desires are formed. Suppor that show for just $5: https://www.provenmen.org/disruptors/ Resources for men, women, wives, and parents! https://www.provenmen.org/provenministries/ ABOUT WAILER: Wailer and his wife Adena have been married since 2005, kindling the soul-sparks of six children out into the…
…
continue reading
1
General Election | Health and medical ethics
47:15
47:15
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
47:15
In this episode of Cross Section, Alicia Edmund and Peter Lynas are joined by Professor John Wyatt and Dr Gillian Wright. The group discuss the current state of the NHS post-pandemic and the relationship between health and poverty. The group also talk about medical ethics, including assisted dying and abortion. https://www.johnwyatt.com/ https://ou…
…
continue reading
In this episode of Cross Section, Peter Lynas, Danny Webster and Alicia Edmund react to the party manifestos that have been released this week. They also discuss the election campaign so far and what we can be doing over the next three weeks as we approach polling day! Read Thinking faithfully about politics We’re halfway through the election campa…
…
continue reading
1
Cross-Cultural Ministry and Adaptive Leadership with Walker Nery: Embracing Diversity and Overcoming Adversity
52:53
52:53
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
52:53
What happens when you blend adaptive leadership with intercultural ministry? In our latest episode, we sit down with Vicar Nery to uncover the secrets to thriving in diverse cultural landscapes without losing theological integrity. Drawing from the wisdom of the Apostle Paul and Walker’s rich experiences in Brazil, we explore humility, the value of…
…
continue reading
In this weeks episode Alicia Edmund is joined by Lizzie Harewood, Executive Officer of the Association of Christian Teachers and Titilayo Oluwatudimu, Chief Executive Officer of the Emmanuel School Trust. The group discuss the state of the education sector in a post pandemic world, navigating curriculum changes in regards to sex education and how p…
…
continue reading
1
Faith, Film, and the Future: Art's Role in Modern Evangelism with Todd Freeman
56:12
56:12
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
56:12
How can the power of art transform the Christian Reformation? Join us for a compelling conversation with the talented Todd Freeman, a masterful screenwriter, producer, and director, who offers a fresh perspective on leveraging filmmaking to communicate the gospel authentically. Todd’s journey through the independent film world serves as a powerful …
…
continue reading
1
General Election | Immigration and Asylum
41:14
41:14
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
41:14
This week Alicia Edmund and Danny Webster are joined by Andrew Hawkins, CEO and founder of Whitestone Insight and Emily Shepherd, joint CEO of Welcome Churches. They discuss the politics around migration, the Rwanda policy and small boats and how the church can hold different views on immigration and asylum. Read Thinking faithfully about politics …
…
continue reading
1
Power of Grace: From Mormon to Lutheran with Ryan Barlow
55:22
55:22
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
55:22
Ryan Barlow's journey from Mormonism to Lutheranism is a story that pulses with the transformative power of grace. As he shares his personal odyssey on our podcast, we witness the trials and triumphs of embracing a new faith tradition, and the impact it has on family, community, and personal identity. Navigating the waters of change, Ryan's insight…
…
continue reading
1
General Election | The scale of UK poverty
39:22
39:22
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
39:22
Danny Webster and Nicola Martin are joined by Jubilee+'s CEO Natalie Williams and Christians Against Poverty's Social Policy Manager, Kiri Adams. They talk about the reality of poverty in the UK, how the church can respond and their policy hopes for the next government. Note: Apologies for sound quality. We are aware but felt this was too important…
…
continue reading
1
General Election | Reactions to 4 July announcement
30:45
30:45
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
30:45
In this special episode, Peter Lynas, Danny Webster and Alicia Edmund react to the news that the general election is set for 4 July. The team discuss their predictions for the results and talk about how we can be engaging in and praying for this election. Read Thinking faithfully about politics Find out more about the Public Leadership program Get …
…
continue reading
1
Last of Season 6 - Understanding World Religions
25:55
25:55
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
25:55
Join Us for a Summer Online Blue Cord Study - Begins June 11th through July 23rd. For more details and to register go HERE: About the Guest: Renod Bejjani: Renod Bejjani is a former Christian who experienced intense persecution in several Islamic world nations. After years of anger and hatred towards Muslims, he had a transformational encounter wit…
…
continue reading
Our conversation with Kyle Farran focuses on caring for missionaries by helping them serve from the heart. Kyle shares practical tips like using evaluation tools before sending missionaries overseas, providing ongoing coaching calls, and encouraging rest. For both missionaries and their supporters, Kyle offers insights on developing an overflow of …
…
continue reading
1
Igniting the Next Generation: Mobilizing College Students for a Modern Reformation with Brian Smith Sr
57:44
57:44
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
57:44
I do ministry in a denomination that struggles to engage college students and young adults. If you’re listening and you’re an LCMS Lutheran I pray you have an open heart to the Hope Church story. We have much to learn from our brothers and sisters in other Christian faith traditions. PLUS, I have come to know and highly respect my guest Brian as a …
…
continue reading
1
Why Do Christians Continue to Sin?? Practical Theology with Don Love
1:07:13
1:07:13
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:07:13
The Christian life isn't always straight forward. What does it mean to experience God? How important is Scripture? Is truth more about knowing facts or knowing a person? Can we really say we've been saved from sin if we continue to sin? Why does it sometimes seem so hard to follow God? Theologian, Don Love, joins us to answer these questions and mo…
…
continue reading
This week Alicia Edmund and Peter Lynas are joined by Jason Roach, London City Mission's Director of Ministries and Katherine Brown, the Being Human Engagement lead. They discuss how faith influences voting, politicians appealing to identity politic tropes and the term allyship. Read Thinking faithfully about politics Get in touch: Email: cross.sec…
…
continue reading
1
Inspiring and Empowering Christian Women to Share Jesus Across Cultures
27:34
27:34
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
27:34
About the Guest(s): Cathy is an experienced Christian missionary and disciple-maker. She has led gospel sharing teams in multiple countries and currently disciples a group of new believers in Pakistan. Cathy is actively involved in helping everyday believers live out their calling to make Jesus known through her work with iHOPE Ministries. Episode …
…
continue reading
1
A Call to Action for Dynamic Youth Ministry Leadership with Daniel Meyer
58:34
58:34
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
58:34
Join me as I welcome my dear friend and Concordia, Nebraska alumnus, Daniel, to explore the transformative power of worship and its lasting impact on our ministry work. We take a nostalgic trip back to our college days, where we spearheaded a contemporary worship service, igniting a diverse community's passion for Jesus. Our heartfelt conversation …
…
continue reading
1
Why Do We Sometimes "Hush" the Holy Spirit? with Pastor Mark Surburg
47:53
47:53
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
47:53
Embark on a profound exploration of the Holy Spirit's transformative power as Pastor Mark Surburg joins me to illuminate its pivotal role from the early church in Acts to contemporary American Christianity. Our dialogue begins to unravel the mysteries of the Spirit's work in both communal empowerment and personal faith, revealing its subtle yet sig…
…
continue reading
Peter Lynas, Danny Webster and Alicia Edmund are joined by Louise Davies, CARE's Director of Advocacy and Policy, as they kick off the special general election season. The team discuss the current mood in parliament, the importance of integrity in politics and how political engagement should go beyond the ballot box. Read Thinking faithfully about …
…
continue reading
1
Overcoming Fear: Empowering Women to Share Their Faith
26:31
26:31
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
26:31
About the Guest(s): Lisa Pack is a second-generation Korean-Canadian from Toronto, Canada. She has 14 years of global and pastoral ministry and church experience. Lisa is a global mission strategist and serves on the core team with Rick Warren's "Finishing the Task" initiative. She is passionate about reaching the world's least reached and mobilizi…
…
continue reading
1
Discovering Bold Faith: Stories of Everyday Believers in Challenging Places
30:29
30:29
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
30:29
About the Host: Karen is an everyday Christian woman who, along with her husband Renod, embarked on a life-changing adventure to inspire and empower believers to share the gospel. Renod is Karen's husband and partner in their mission to shine the light of Jesus into dark and hopeless places. Episode Summary: In this episode, Karen shares the story …
…
continue reading
1
Transformative Love and the Church's Engagement with the LGBTQ Community with Rev. Mark Schulz
1:00:51
1:00:51
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:00:51
When Reverend Mark Schulz joins us, we open our hearts to a conversation where deep-rooted beliefs confront modern challenges. Together, we examine what it means for the American Christian church to be truly impactful in today's society. We wrestle with the powerful notion that it is not the church which possesses a mission; rather, it is the missi…
…
continue reading
1
Christianity as Rebellion: the Disruptor Initiative
49:15
49:15
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
49:15
Check out the Disruptor Initiative! https://www.provenmen.org/disruptors/ Husband Material So you want to outgrow porn. But how? How do you change your brain, heal your heart,... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Support the Show.By Proven Ministries
…
continue reading
1
Are Sin and Addiction the Same Thing?? A Deep Dive with Brit Eaton and George Wood
1:12:24
1:12:24
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:12:24
Join the Disruptor Initiative! https://www.provenmen.org/disruptors/ Brit Eaton is a content strategist, writer, speaker, discipler, and all-around pursuer of the kingdom of God. She helps corporate, nonprofit, and ministry leaders find the words to say to move people to action. Brit received a B.A. in Visual Communication from Mount Vernon Nazaren…
…
continue reading
1
Go Where the People Are - Finding and Engaging with the Nations
27:04
27:04
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
27:04
About the Guest: Melanie is a leader of a singles ministry at a large church in Calgary, Canada. She is an advisory board member of See Global. Melanie has a passion for reaching people who don't know Jesus and has a heart for evangelism and discipleship. Episode Summary: In this episode, Karen and Melanie discuss the importance of intentionally en…
…
continue reading
1
S.7 E.24 Learning to Disagree and Navigating Differences: Dr. John D. Inazu - Profane Faith
1:04:01
1:04:01
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:04:01
This week we going into some pragmatics on disagreement, conflict, and basic dignity when we do disagree. Dr. John Inazu is my guest discussing his new book and a whole lot more! Check it out!!By Daniel White Hodge
…
continue reading
1
From Muslim to Christian: A Journey of Faith and Transformation
40:05
40:05
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
40:05
About the Guest: Narmin grew up in a Muslim family in an Islamic ruled nation. After a series of events, she had a personal encounter with Christ that transformed her life. She is currently working with Global Heart Ministries as a social media evangelist and communication liaison, sharing the message of hope and the gospel of Christ to Central Asi…
…
continue reading
1
Reviving the Missio Dei in Today's Digital Faith Landscape with Rev. John Koczman
44:30
44:30
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
44:30
When the soul craves a deeper, more meaningful connection with its faith, where does one turn? This week, my father-in-law, Reverend John Koczman, joins me for an earnest conversation that goes to the heart of the American Christian church's need for reformation. As we sit down, we grapple with the question of how to cultivate genuine discipleship …
…
continue reading
1
Overcoming Obstacles to Sharing Jesus with People of Other Faiths
23:27
23:27
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
23:27
About the Guest(s): Kimberly is a Christian woman who discovered The Blue Cord about a year ago when she was searching online for how to share her faith with refugees and immigrants around her. She grew up in a military family and moved around frequently, always prioritizing finding a church in each new location. At the age of nine, she asked Chris…
…
continue reading
1
Success Redefined - Unity is Key with Stella Yau Lok
55:11
55:11
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
55:11
Join Stella Yau and me as we traverse the landscape of an American church in the throes of reformation, where the confines of worship expand into the vibrancy of community engagement. Stella shares her profound journey from intercultural ministry with Link to an upcoming venture in Southeast Asia, revealing the profound impact of intentional relati…
…
continue reading
1
Questions, Evangelism, Doubt, and Apologetics in the Christian Life: Randy Newman
1:04:30
1:04:30
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:04:30
Support these kinds of conversations! https://www.provenmen.org/disruptors/ Randy Newman is senior fellow for apologetics and evangelism at the C. S. Lewis Institute. He was formerly on staff with Cru, ministering in and near Washington, DC. He is the author of several books, including Questioning Evangelism and Bringing the Gospel Home. Husband Ma…
…
continue reading
1
S.7 E.23 Following Jesus into a New Kind of Family: Rev. T.C. Moore - Profane Faith
1:17:05
1:17:05
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:17:05
!!!!EXPLICIT!!!! Oh, this week we get to hear from a cat doing some great work inside the Church! Rev. T.C. Moore comes on and also talks about his new book, c'mon now and listen in.By Daniel White Hodge
…
continue reading
1
Sharing Jesus Across Faiths and Cultures: Embracing the Great Commission
27:50
27:50
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
27:50
About the Guest(s): Becca is a passionate follower of Jesus who has a heart for sharing the love of Christ with people from different faiths and cultures. She grew up in a Christian home and accepted Jesus into her heart at a young age. However, it wasn't until college that she became aware of God's heart for the nations and the importance of shari…
…
continue reading
1
Spirit, Truth, and the Quest for Unity with Rev. Dr. Andrew Jackson
1:05:38
1:05:38
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:05:38
Embark on an intellectual pilgrimage with the esteemed Reverend Dr. Andrew Jackson as we dissect the delicate interplay of the Holy Spirit and profound scriptural truths that are steering today's church reformation. Our exchange delves into the historical ebbs and flows of spiritual revivals, offering listeners a unique lens through which to view t…
…
continue reading
1
224: How Missions Committees Can Work Well Together
37:01
37:01
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
37:01
Sharon Hoover shares three key ideas to help missions committees work well together. Sharon's insights from her book "Mapping Church Missions: A Compass for Ministry Strategy" will empower your church's mission efforts. [et_social_share]By Podcast Episodes | Global Missions Podcast
…
continue reading
1
What Does the Cross Really Mean: A Conversation with Brian Zahnd
1:05:07
1:05:07
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:05:07
Support these kinds of conversations! https://www.provenmen.org/disruptors/ Brian Zahnd is the founder and lead pastor of Word of Life Church in St. Joseph, Missouri. Known for his theologically informed preaching and his embrace of the deep and long history of the church, Zahnd provides a forum for pastors to engage with leading theologians and is…
…
continue reading
1
Overcoming Doubts and Assumptions to Be an Authentic Witness
30:55
30:55
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
30:55
About the Guest: Jill Lowry grew up in Bakersfield, California, in a culturally Catholic family. She accepted the Lord at the age of 11 and felt called to be an evangelist and a missionary. Jill and her husband served as missionaries in the Democratic Republic of the Congo for over 26 years, working with pastors, women in prostitution, and various …
…
continue reading
1
"Reclaiming the Joy of Ministry" with Reverend Dr. Darrell Zimmerman
48:48
48:48
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
48:48
Imagine the transformation that could unfold within the American Christian Church if unity prevailed. Reverend Dr. Darrell Zimmerman joins me to shed light on this pressing issue, emphasizing the potential for the Church to exemplify Christ's love amidst societal divisions. Our heartfelt conversation traverses the challenges of harmony, both among …
…
continue reading
1
Revitalizing the American Church: Must Listen Conversation with Peyton Jones
49:03
49:03
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
49:03
Embark on a transformative expedition with church planting luminary Peyton Jones as we uncover the bedrock principles necessary for a modern-day spiritual awakening within the American Christian Church. In a world where the definition of church success is often measured by size, we invite you to reconsider what it means to sow seeds of faith and fo…
…
continue reading
1
Women in the Church are Struggling with Porn: The Silent Battle—a conversation with Anna Gray
30:39
30:39
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
30:39
Watching porn and porn addiction are no longer simply guy issues. Porn viewership among women has been drastically increasing over the last few years. How did this happen? Does this include women in the church? What resources exist for women? Anna Gray joins us today to answer these questions and to share about how hundreds of women are getting fre…
…
continue reading
1
S.7 E.22 A Case Against Eternal Damnation: Derek Ryan Kubilus - Profane Faith
1:20:45
1:20:45
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:20:45
!!!!EXPLICIT!!!!! Oh yeah...you read it right...hell might not be eternal, or even a place to go! Check this weeks conversation out with my new friend Derek!By Daniel White Hodge
…
continue reading
1
S7E8: Race, Age and Disability: What does true equality look like?
39:18
39:18
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
39:18
In the final episode of Season 7, Alicia Edmund, Nicola Martin and Zanna Meynell discuss the Welsh appointment of the first black first minister in the Senedd and challenges in leading well in politics and public life. The team also chat about Liam Fox's proposals to amend abortion laws to babies diagnosed with Down Syndrome and the benefits of the…
…
continue reading
1
Overcoming Awkwardness: Sharing Your Faith Early with Non-Believers
34:53
34:53
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
34:53
About the Guest: Clay is a talented worship leader and church planter. He has been working behind the scenes editing all the Blue Cord Podcast episodes. Clay and his wife, Beth, have been dear friends of the hosts for over a decade. They have traveled the world together, shining the light of Jesus and sharing their faith. Clay's personal journey ha…
…
continue reading
1
Powerful Impact of Bible Translators with Reverend Dr. Rich Rudowske
54:39
54:39
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
54:39
Venture with us as we sit down with Reverend Dr. Rich Rudowske, a figure of profound impact in the sphere of Bible translation, and journey through the intersections of faith, language, and culture. His experiences, from the sands of Botswana translating the Gospel of Luke to leading expansive translation projects across Southern Africa, weave a na…
…
continue reading
1
What I Wish I had Know about Marriage before Getting Married! A Conversation with Sathiya Sam
50:19
50:19
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
50:19
Check out the Disruptor Initiative! https://www.provenmen.org/disruptors/ Sathiya Sam is a coach and speaker that helps men live with confidence and integrity. A recovered addict himself, Sathiya is the creator of DeepCleanTM – a research-based and Bible-backed system for overcoming porn addiction and author of The Last Relapse. This work has helpe…
…
continue reading