Napp Nazworth shares why he left his 8-year career as a journalist due to political polarization in the organization he worked for and explores ways that we can engage in ... The post Extremism, Polarization, and Mending our Divisions w/ Napp Nazworth first appeared on Disarming Leviathan.By Disarming Leviathan

Pastor Jason Fischer joins the pod to turn the tables and interview Caleb on his understanding of American Christan Nationalism. For more information on our ministry, visit DisarmingLeviathan.com About Caleb ... The post Understanding American Christian Nationalism Pt. 2 w/ Special Guest first appeared on Disarming Leviathan.…

In this episode of the Missions Incorporated podcast, Jesse Schreck of Practical Missions Cohort shares a detailed field report from Italy, emphasizing the crucial need for evangelism and church planting in a country where less than 1% of the population identifies as evangelical. Despite Italy's deep Christian heritage, the majority of its populati…

Pastor Jason Fischer joins the pod to turn the tables and interview Caleb on his understanding of American Christan Nationalism. For more information on our ministry, visit DisarmingLeviathan.com About Caleb ... The post Understanding American Christian Nationalism Pt. 1 w/ Special Guest first appeared on Disarming Leviathan.…

Scott M. Coley joins us to discuss how political actors and religious power brokers utilize propaganda to influence people, shape expectations, and normalize ideologies and behaviors. He also shares some ... The post Christian Nationalism and Religious Propaganda w/ Scott Coley first appeared on Disarming Leviathan.…

Embracing Evangelism in Italy: Challenges, Perseverance, and Practical Wisdom This video, featuring insights from Jesse Schreck of Missions Incorporated, explores the unique challenges and opportunities faced by missionaries in Italy, amidst its deeply rooted yet often non-practicing Catholic culture. It emphasizes the necessity of perseverance, th…

Dr. Miranda Zapor Cruz joins us to discuss the varied ways Christians have engaged in politics throughout history and how we can learn from their example as we seek to ... The post Faithful (and Unfaithful) Ways of Engaging American Politics w/ Miranda Zapor Cruz first appeared on Disarming Leviathan.…

Matthew D. Taylor stops by the pod to discuss the recent rise of independent charismatic leaders promoting American Christian Nationalism. Matt helps us understand some of the movement’s more prominent ... The post The Rise of Charismatic Christian Nationalism w/ Matthew D. Taylor first appeared on Disarming Leviathan.…

Dr. Brian Kaylor joins us to explore how progressive and mainline churches have promoted American Christian Nationalism over the last century. Learn more about our ministry at DisarmingLeviathan.com About Brian ... The post Christian Nationalism in Mainline & Progressive Traditions w/ Brian Kaylor first appeared on Disarming Leviathan.…

Rev. Benjamin Cremer gives us a pastoral perspective on healthy ways to engage American Christian Nationalists. To learn more about our ministry, visit DisarmingLeviathan.com. About Ben Cremer Ben writes to explore ... The post A Pastoral Perspective on Engaging Christian Nationalists w/ Benjamin Cremer first appeared on Disarming Leviathan.…

This episode, featuring Jesse Schreck of Missions Incorporated and Practical Missions Cohort, delves into the often overlooked but crucial aspects of biblical missions, highlighting the importance of a deeply rooted understanding of God, the gospel, grace, the Church, and love. By exploring the challenges and opportunities in Italy's mission field,…

Mike Erre shares how Jesus invites his followers to cultivate a community that practices hospitality towards all people, including those who embrace polarizing and combative postures relating to partisan politics. ... The post Practicing Hospitality in an Age of Political Polarization w/ Mike Erre first appeared on Disarming Leviathan.…

Introducing the J29 Coalition Cohorts. Learn more at j29coalition.com The post Announcing the Ministry Leader Cohort first appeared on Disarming Leviathan.By Disarming Leviathan

This episode features a panel discussion hosted at the AZ Pastors Conference 2024: Politics, Polarization, & Peacemaking.This panel features Russell Moore, Kit Danley, Linda Morris, Warren Stewart, Sr., and Rick ... The post Politics, Polarization, & Peacemaking (A Panel Discussion) first appeared on Disarming Leviathan.…

2024 Politics, Polarization, & Peacemaking Pastors Conference Keynote by Russell Moore, Editor in Chief, Christianity Today “Evangelical America in Crisis: What We’re Losing (and Gaining)” The post Evangelical America in Crisis: What We’re Losing (and Gaining) first appeared on Disarming Leviathan.By Disarming Leviathan

Chris Staron gives a brief history of American Christian fundamentalism, how it has shaped the modern culture wars, and how it provided the seedbed for the rise of American Christian ... The post American Christian Fundamentalism & The Culture Wars w/ Chris Staron first appeared on Disarming Leviathan.…

Pastor Vermon Pierre shares how the local church can foster hospitable, healthy spaces for those disentangling themselves from American Christian nationalism. To learn more about our ministry, visit DisarmingLeviathan.com. About Vermon ... The post Beloved Community as Antidote to Christian Nationalism w/ Vermon Pierre first appeared on Disarming L…

In episode 315 of Missions Incorporated, a podcast for Practical Missions Cohort, the show focuses on defining Biblical Missions and Biblical Missions Proper. This episode unpacks the confusion that exists regarding missions today and investigates some disputable mission concepts such as Disciple Making Movements. Jesse highlights the real intentio…

David Koyzis joins us to explain his understanding of popular theories of government and add clarity around terms liked nationalism, liberalism, communism, and more. To learn more about our ministry, ... The post The Political Visions & Illusions of Christian Nationalism (Part 2) w/ David Koyzis first appeared on Disarming Leviathan.…

David Koyzis joins us to explain his understanding of popular theories of government and add clarity around terms liked nationalism, liberalism, communism, and more. To learn more about our ministry, ... The post The Political Visions & Illusions of Christian Nationalism (Part 1) w/ David Koyzis first appeared on Disarming Leviathan.…

Caleb gives a brief update on the Disarming Leviathan book, podcast and a new project. The post A Brief Update first appeared on Disarming Leviathan.By Disarming Leviathan

Tim Alberta joins us for a discussion about American Christian Nationalism’s false promises of power. Learn more about our ministry at DisarmingLeviathan.com. About Tim Alberta Tim Alberta is an American journalist ... The post Christian Nationalism’s False Promises of Power w/ Tim Alberta first appeared on Disarming Leviathan.…

Jared Stacy joins us for a discussion about his research into how conspiracy theories impact the church. Learn more about our ministry at DisarmingLeviathan.com About Jared Jared Stacy is an ... The post Conspiracies, Secret Knowledge, and the Longing for Power w/ Jared Stacy first appeared on Disarming Leviathan.…

In today's episode, we unpack and share our quarterly/end-of-year newsletter in a more personal format for ministry partners and friends. We recommend watching or listening with family and friends during your devotional or family worship time. God bless! In this ep. of Missions Incorporated, host Jesse Schreck reflects on a year of evangelism and f…

Brandon O’Brien joins us for a discussion about common ways that Christian Nationalist organizations leverage and distort scripture to add weight to their political and cultural perspectives. Learn more about ... The post Reading the Bible Through Christian Nationalist Eyes w/ Brandon O’Brien first appeared on Disarming Leviathan.…

Today we share some ministry updates and dive into a lesson on Why Becoming Roman Catholic is not a good idea for a Christian. This lesson was inspired by Dr. James White when he recently shared some very insightful comments regarding evangelical crossing over to the Roman Catholic Church. We discussed that from the perspective of an evangelical mi…

Ep. 312 of Missions Incorporated - today we share some ministry updates, announcements, and prayer requests. Then we dive into a teaching lesson on preaching as it relates to missions. Related Links: Support PMc PMc Short-term Cohorts - join an evangelism team in the summer Vision Trip - organize a trip to learn about PMc and the Italian context PM…

In today's episode, we share some announcements, updates, and prayer requests and then some reflections from our recent time in the US. Highlights, encouragements, challenges, discouragement, hopes, and a certain concern. To God alone the glory. Related Links: Support PMc PMc Short-term Cohorts - join an evangelism team in the summer Vision Trip - …

Today we give a ministry update using some new gear contributed through a generous supporter of the ministry to Italy. We go through the latest newsletter and share in a more in-depth and personal way about the latest happenings in Italy and here in the US. Thanks for being a part of this ministry to the Italian people and God bless! Related Links:…

Today we answer a question that we received during a dinner gathering with brothers and sisters from our home church, Levittown Baptist Church, on Long Island. Related Links: Missionary Q&A Ask a Question - leave a voice message on Speakpipe and be featured on the podcast PMc Short-term Cohorts - join an evangelism team in the summer PMc Promo Vide…

Today we answer a question that we received during a dinner gathering with brothers and sisters from our home church, Levittown Baptist Church, on Long Island. Related Links: Missionary Q&A Ask a Question - leave a voice message on Speakpipe and be featured on the podcast PMc Short-term Cohorts - join an evangelism team in the summer PMc Promo Vide…

Today we answer a question that we received during a midweek gathering with our home church, Levittown Baptist Church, on Long Island. Related Links: Missionary Q&A Ask a Question - leave a voice message on Speakpipe and be featured on the podcast PMc Short-term Cohorts - join an evangelism team in the summer PMc Promo Video Vision Trip - organize …

Today we answer a question that we received during a midweek gathering with our home church, Levittown Baptist Church, on Long Island. Related Links: Missionary Q&A Ask a Question - leave a voice message on Speakpipe and be featured on the podcast PMc Short-term Cohorts - join an evangelism team in the summer PMc Promo Video Vision Trip - organize …

Today we answer a question that we received during a dinner with friends from our home church, Levittown Baptist Church, on Long Island. Related Links: Missionary Q&A Ask a Question - leave a voice message on Speakpipe and be featured on the podcast PMc Short-term Cohorts - join an evangelism team in the summer PMc Promo Video Vision Trip - organiz…

Today we answer the question that we received during a Q&A with our home church, Levittown Baptist Church, on Long Island. What is the meaning behind the name of PMc and how did you choose the name? Related Links: Missionary Q&A Ask a Question - leave a voice message on Speakpipe and be featured on the podcast PMc Short-term Cohorts - join an evang…

In today’s episode has been recorded while we are in the US (audio only). We discuss the life-changing short-term ministry opportunity available through PMc for you and your church. Praise God, the Travel Fund has been reached. Related Links: PMc Short-term Cohorts - join an evangelism team in the summer PMc Promo Video Vision Trip - organize a tri…

In today's episode of Missions Incorporated (n. 302), the podcast of Practical Missions Cohort, we discuss the particulars of the missionary furlough. We also share some important announcements and updates for ministry partners and some stories from the front lines. Travel Fund PMc Promo Video Upcoming Missions Livestream | Defining Biblical Missio…

In ep. 301 of Missions Incorporated, the podcast of Practical Missions, we talk about the art of good neighboring as it relates to evangelism. We discuss how to avoid feeling burdened about the need to evangelize in your immediate circle of influence (family, neighbors, co-workers) because it often leads to severed relationships and/or awkwardness.…

Looking back over the 1st quarter of 2023 in Italy. We share an exhortation and a personal update as well as a ministry update. Thanks and God bless! Upcoming Missions Livestream | Defining Biblical Missions Vision Trip - organize a trip to learn about PMc and the Italian context PMc Short-term Cohorts - join an evangelism team in the summer More L…

This episode of Missions Incorporated was recorded live for a Saturday special on the topic of the side benefits of evangelism. Our motivation to evangelize the lost should primarily be love for God and obedience to Jesus Christ. Knowing more of the ways God uses our evangelism besides saving souls can also be helpful in spurring ourselves on in jo…

Today’s episode was recorded live with a special guest, Jeryvee joining me in the studio. We share some ministry updates and then discuss the important topic of how to help others examine themselves to see if they are truly in the faith. Upcoming Missions Livestream | Defining Biblical Missions Vision Trip Info More Links: Support PMc PMc Short-ter…

Today’s episode of Missions Incorporated is a live-stream Bible exhortation from 1 Thess. 2: 17-20 -- 3: 1-5. We’ll also be sharing a couple of announcements for ministry partners and friends and then discussing how we are to see and react to afflictions as Christians. Upcoming Missions Livestream | Defining Biblical Missions Vision Trip Info More …

Today's episode was recorded via live stream. We share a short exhortation from 1 John about faith that overcomes the world. We then dive into our end-of-the-year newsletter that looks back over 2022 and into 2023. Upcoming Missions Livestream | Defining Biblical Missions Vision Trip Info More Links: Support PMc PMc Short-term Cohorts The Italian C…

In this episode, we share a Q&A from a recent PMc Missions Livestream on the role of the family in missions. This one is particularly helpful for families pursuing the mission field. Links Mentioned: The Role of the Family in Missions Livestream Upcoming Missions Livestream | Defining Biblical Missions Ask a Question via Speakpipe and be featured o…

Ep. 294 of Missions Incorporated, the podcast of Practical Missions Cohort. Today we share a missionary exhortation from the Word of God as we start the new year. We also share some announcements related to the ministry. Upcoming Missions Livestream | Defining Biblical Missions Vision Trip Info More Links: Support PMc PMc Short-term Cohorts The Ita…

This is episode 293 of Missions Incorporated, the podcast of Practical Missions Cohort. Here is a question and answer from one of our mission's live streams. Links Mentioned: The Role of the Family in Missions Livestream Upcoming Missions Livestream | Defining Biblical Missions Ask a Question via Speakpipe and be featured on the podcast More Links:…

Ep. 292 of Missions Incorporated, the podcast of Practical Missions Cohort. Today we share a teaching lesson from a recent missions Livestream - a lesson that will soon be featured at the PMc Academia for the Missions course. Links Mentioned: The Role of the Family in Missions Livestream Upcoming Missions Livestream | Defining Biblical Missions PMc…

This is episode 291 of Missions Incorporated and today we share a missionary Q&A from one of our mission's live streams. Links: The Role of the Family in Missions Livestream PMc Academia Join The Italian Cohort online community PMc Short-term Cohorts for 2023 More Links: Support PMc PMc Newsletters Vision Trip Info Q&A Ask a Question via Speakpipe …

Special thanks to the PMc ministry partners who make this podcast possible! Today we discuss things related to thanksgiving when serving as a missionary. We share numerous practical lessons for everyday Christian living as well as some ministry updates and announcements. God bless! Links: PMc Academia Join The Italian Cohort online community PMc Sh…

This is a short episode in which we share a question and answer from our most recent webinar. The PMc Ask-a-Missionary series is dedicated to all our brothers and sisters who would have questions about missions, evangelism, church planting, and missionary life in Italy. Links: Q&A Ask a Question via Speakpipe and be featured on the podcast Join The…