Culture Matters
Culture Matters is a podcast that explores the intersection of faith and culture. Hosted by Adam Hawkins, Tymarcus Ragland, and Chelsea Conway, it covers topics from politics, art, and entertainment to racial reconciliation and the sanctity of human life. The show discusses what it means to live faithfully on mission—in the world but not of the world.
Episodes
The Church Part 5: A People of Covenant
In the final episode of this series on the church, the conversation shifts from simply attending church to faithfully belonging to the people of God. This episode explores what it means to live as a covenant community—one marked by commitment, discipleship, sacrifice, and love. Rather than approaching church as consumers, believers are called to participate in God's ongoing work through servin
The Church Part 4: Discipleship
Ty and Chelsea continue their miniseries on the church by exploring the topic of discipleship. Building on the previous conversation about the church as a body, they discuss what it means to intentionally help others become more like Jesus and why so many believers feel hesitant to engage in discipleship. The conversation challenges the idea that discipleship is reserved for experts, pastors, or p
The Church Part 3: One Body but Many Parts
In part 3 of our Church Series, Adam and Ty explore the biblical vision of the church as one body with many parts. They address a common modern question—"Do I have to go to church to be a Christian?"—and argue that the New Testament treats participation in the people of God as the assumed context of Christian life. Rather than focusing on obligation, they reframe the conversation around wh
The Church Part 2: Union with Christ
In Part 2 of their conversation on the Church, Chelsea and Tymarcus Ragland explore the foundational Christian doctrine of union with Christ and why it matters for understanding the Church. Building from the previous episode, they discuss how the New Testament assumes believers are connected not only to Christ but also to one another through His body, the Church.Drawing heavily from Ephesians 1, t
The Church Part 1: The People of God
Chelsea and Tymarcus kick off a new mini-series on the church. Today they explore a question that many Christians wrestle with: Do you have to be part of a church to follow Jesus? Rather than approaching the topic as a defense of church attendance, they examine how the New Testament consistently assumes that followers of Jesus are connected to the people of God.The discussion highlights the church
Codependency and Boundaries with Katherine Bahcall
This episode dives deep into the intersection of boundaries, codependency, and discipleship. Katherine Bahcall helps reframe a culturally saturated conversation by grounding it in Scripture and the gospel.While the world often defines boundaries as a tool for self-protection and self-esteem, this conversation pushes further—revealing that the root issue isn’t just relational dysfunction, but mispl
Created to Create
Chelsea and Tymarcus unpack the deeper meaning of creativity—not just as artistic expression, but as a core part of being human. Rooted in Scripture and lived experience, they challenge the cultural narrative that creativity only matters if it’s monetized or platform-worthy.From sourdough baking to engineering, parenting to music, they explore how creativity shows up in everyday life—and why it’s
Fasting & Feasting
In this Tuesday-after-Easter conversation, Chelsea and Ty reflect on the beauty, tension, and purpose behind spiritual rhythms like feasting and fasting. From Easter services to Good Friday reflections, they unpack why certain moments in the church calendar feel more significant—and why that’s actually by design.The conversation explores how celebration (feasting) and lament (fasting) work togethe
Cultural Roundup
The crew tackles heavy global headlines—from tensions involving Iran and U.S. military action to immigration debates and ICE-related unrest—while asking a deeper question: How should Christians respond when the world feels unstable and unclear?Rather than offering political prescriptions, the conversation centers on spiritual posture: lament, prayer, discernment, and faithful presence in everyday
Spirit-Filled Singing with Ryanne J. Molinari
Chelsea sits down with Michael Bleecker and Ryanne Molinari, author of Spirit-Filled Singing: Bearing Fruit as We Worship Together, to explore how congregational singing is not just expressive—but formative. Rooted in passages like Ephesians 5, Colossians 3, and Galatians 5, Ryanne draws a compelling connection: singing together is one of the primary ways the Holy Spirit cultivates His fruit in us
Faith and Work with Dr. Pennington
Adam, and special guests Jamin Roller, and Dr. Jonathan Pennington explore the connection between faith and work. They challenge the sacred-secular divide, reminding us that work is not a post-fall curse—but a pre-fall calling. From Genesis to the New Testament, Scripture affirms that all work—done with excellence, love, and integrity—is an act of worship.The conversation reframes vocation, not as
Spiritual Grandparenting
Adam Hawkins is joined by guests Michael Bleecker and Brenda Peitzman. Together they explore the powerful and often overlooked role grandparents play in passing down faith to the next generation.The conversation highlights the biblical vision of generational discipleship, the cultural challenges families face today, and the incredible opportunity grandparents have to shape identity, faith, and leg
Habits of Resistence with Elizabeth Woodson
We’re joined (again!) by our friend, former host, and published author, Elizabeth Woodson, to celebrate the release of her new book, Habits of Resistance: Seven Ways You’re Being Formed by Culture and Gospel Practices to Help You Push Back.In this conversation, we explore the questionIf we’re all being discipled, who—or what—is shaping us?Elizabeth argues that the issue isn’t if we’re being formed
Navigating the Chaos of the World with Christlikeness
We’re kicking off a new season by asking a timely and necessary question: How do Christians navigate a world that feels increasingly chaotic, divided, and unstable?From political outrage cycles and media manipulation to cultural flashpoints and global conflict, it seems like everything is accelerating. Opinions form instantly. Narratives shift constantly. And Christians often find themselves press
Advent: Peace
In the last of our Advent conversations, Adam Hawkins welcomes back Elizabeth Woodson and Tymarcus to unpack the biblical concept of peace (shalom)—especially what it means in a season that’s often chaotic, overwhelming, and culturally mischaracterized. Merry Christmas. We will see you in the new year.In This Episode01:00 — Life Lately with Elizabeth02:00 — Starting the Discussion: What Is Peace?0
Advent: Love
We continue our conversation with Caroline Smiley for a moving meditation on Love through the lens of Mary, the mother of Jesus. Tymarcus and Caroline reflect on Mary’s embodiment of sacrificial love at the manger and at the cross. This episode explores how Mary models a risky, selfless, participatory love—one that mirrors God's invitation for us to love as sons and daughters, not merely as se
Advent: Joy
In this second Advent episode, Tymarcus and guest Caroline Smiley explore what it means to experience true joy during Advent — not the manufactured “cheer” of the holiday‑season spectacle, but a deep, scripturally rooted joy anchored in the arrival of Jesus Christ. They walk through how Mary’s song (the Magnificat) in the Gospel of Gospel of Luke isn’t just a moment of personal celebration, but a
Advent: Hope
We're releasing a series of episodes centered around the Season of Advent. In this episode, Chelsea sits down with Lindsey Jackson by reflecting on Hope — not as wishful thinking, but as a firm trust in God's promises amid suffering. Lindsey shares the story of losing her infant daughter Hadley in 2017 to sudden unexplained infant death (SUID) and how her grief became a place where God reo
How Church Could (Literally) Save Your Life
In this episode, Adam and Ty sit down with Rebecca McLaughlin to discuss her new book How Church Could (Literally) Save Your Life, which explores how regular involvement in a local church is linked with mental, physical, moral, and spiritual flourishing. Drawing on rigorous academic research (especially from Harvard School of Public Health), Rebecca outlines compelling findings: weekly attendance
AI & Embodiment
In this episode, we welcome back Whitney Pipkin, who explores how artificial intelligence (AI) intersects with Christianity, the body, embodiment, and culture. Whitney draws on her background in environmental journalism and Christian thought to highlight the impacts of AI: its resource footprint, its effect on how we think, its influence on discipleship, and what it means for embodied Christian li
The Myth of Fact
In this rich conversation, Tymarcus and Dr. Claudia MacMillian explore how our contemporary educational and cultural frameworks—especially the “myth of fact”—shape our abilities to imagine, love, think, and live well. Dr. MacMillian traces the idea back to the work of Donald Cowan and Louise Cowan, showing how modernity’s emphasis on extracting isolated “facts” from context has left many of us bri
Sports! Sports! Sports!
In this episode, Chelsea sits down with friends Ashley Hardcastle and Kaylee to explore the world of youth and amateur athletics, reflecting on their personal stories, the pressures and joys of competition, and how faith intersects with identity in the arena of sports and performance. They discuss what they loved, what they struggled with, and how they now seek to guide the next generation (whethe
Christ as the Husband: Exploring Marriage of the Church Metaphor
Chelsea and Ty are joined in person by Robyn Bush to explore the deeply symbolic and often overlooked metaphor of Jesus as the Bridegroom. Drawing from Scripture, ancient Jewish wedding customs, and personal stories, they unpack how this image reshapes our understanding of intimacy with Christ—whether single, married, or widowed.In This Episode02:00 – Why This Topic: Book Club, Loss, and Curiosity
Single Ever After with Dani Treweek
In this episode, Adam and Chelsea talk with Dr. Dani(elle) Treweek about her new book Single Ever After: A Biblical Vision for the Significance of Singleness. They explore how Christians often misunderstand singleness, how to read biblical passages like Genesis and Paul rightly in this topic, and what it means for both single and married Christians to live in community. Dani helps listeners see th
Spiritual Fatherhood
Ty sits down with Pastor Charles Wilson to explore the topic of spiritual fatherhood. From personal stories of biological fathers to theological reflections on Paul and Timothy, this conversation covers the why and how of raising spiritual sons and daughters within the household of God.Whether you're a spiritual father, have one, or simply are curious what the Bible has to say about the topic,
Spiritual Motherhood with Janice Hawkins
This episode is pretty special. Adam is joined by his mom to talk about spiritual motherhood. Spiritual Mothering is a posture of life more than a thing you do. Being in the word and recognizing that we get to spend time with God and spend time with others, spiritually mothering and discipling. It’s a beautiful GET TO, not a have to. When we’re living in a way that’s more about Jesus and less abou
Friendship Change and Getting out of Our Comfort Zone
In this episode, Chelsea and Ty unpack the nature of friendship—how it shifts across seasons of life, what it means to be a true friend as Christians, and how our modern, mediated world complicates our longings for connection. They explore the tension between real embodied friendships and virtual/para-social ones, how change (in jobs, marriage, location, spiritual growth) reshapes who “counts” as
Science and the Creator
In this episode, Adam sits down with pastor and author John Van Sloten to discuss his provoking and worship-inspiring book, God Speaks Science. Together, they explore how science can be a spiritual discipline and a form of divine revelation—right alongside scripture. From the grandeur of supernovas to the mystery of the giant squid, Van Sloten invites us into a world where the natural order shouts
Psalms & Songwriting
In this episode, we sit down with worship leader and songwriter John Marc Kohl, for a vulnerable conversation about the heart of creativity. We talk about what it means to create honest art, the challenge of sharing our gifts, and the tension between inspiration and excellence. John Marc shares how his songwriting journey started with his mom’s choir notes and led to songs that took years to relea
New Season, New Rhythms: Movies, Music, Books & Being Human in an AI Age
We’re back! In this season kickoff, we share a few updates—Elizabeth is stepping back from regular hosting to focus on her own excellent work (peek “Starting Place” podcast), Ty joins us from Virginia where he’s serving with The Hill Church, and Chelsea moves from behind-the-scenes into more on-mic hosting. Then we do what we love: trace the intersections of faith and culture through the summer’s
Season Finale: Re-Cap & Gospel Goodbyes
This is the last episode of this season and the crew gathers in studio to reflect on their favorite episodes, share personal highlights, and unpack the cultural moments that shaped their year. From Whitney Pipkin’s profound conversation on dying, to the metaphor-rich teaching of Jonathan Pennington, the team reminisces on how these guests left lasting impressions. They also dive into what they’ve
Navigating Conflict in Relationships
In this episode, host Adam is joined by Katherine Bahcall, licensed Professional Counselor and a leader in recovery and care ministries, to discuss the often difficult but essential topic of conflict. Together, they explore how Christians can navigate conflict both personally and professionally, drawing from biblical wisdom and counseling experience. From conflict avoidance to the role of justice
Seeking God's Beauty Through Art
In this moving episode, Adam and Ty sit down with artist Dawn Waters Baker to explore the sacred intersection of art, suffering, beauty, and faith. From her childhood in the Philippines to her residencies in national parks and her deep love for scripture, Dawn shares how her art is shaped by landscapes, personal grief, and the pursuit of God’s presence in both pain and beauty. This is a rich conve
Family of God Part Two: More on Brother and Sister Relationships
In this thoughtful and practical continuation of their conversation on gender relationships in the church, Ty, Liz, and Adam explore how men and women can engage each other as family within the body of Christ. Building on the theological foundation from a previous episode, they delve into real-world dynamics, boundaries, and the complexity of navigating cross-gender relationships with wisdom, love
The Way Language Shapes Relationship with Jonathan Pennington
In this episode of Culture Matters, Ty and Taryn sit down with Dr. Jonathan Pennington to explore how metaphors do far more than decorate our teaching—they shape our understanding of reality itself. Drawing from philosophy, neuroscience, theology, and personal experience, Dr. Pennington helps us see how metaphors are central to how we communicate truth, especially in Christian teaching, counseling
Good News at Rock Bottom with Ray Ortland
In this deeply moving episode, Adam and Ty sit down with Pastor Ray Ortlund to discuss his latest book, Good News at Rock Bottom: Finding God When Pain Goes Deep and Hope Seems Lost. Ray shares powerful reflections on how suffering, betrayal, and loss can become sacred spaces where God draws near. The conversation explores the nature of grace, the reality of rock bottom, and how true healing begin
Facing Death with a Loved One and Caring for the Caretaker
In this conversation, Adam and Elizabeth sit down with writer and journalist Whitney Pipkin to talk about her book We Shall All Be Changed. Whitney shares how walking with her mother through a 22-year cancer journey—and ultimately her final days—reshaped her theology of death, grief, caregiving, and hope. Together, they explore the cultural discomfort around death, how Christians can approach suff
Navigating Complicated Family Dynamics
In this episode, we sit down with counselor Hillary Marvin to unpack how our past—especially our family of origin—shapes the way we relate to God, ourselves, and others. Hillary walks us through the “old house vs. new house” analogy, showing how the gospel reshapes our values, our emotional patterns, and our relationships.We talk about how childhood experiences affect our parenting, our friendship
Importance of Place: A Conversation with Neighbor Books Owner Joey Honesco
This episode, we’re out of our usual space and recording from Neighbor Books in McKinney, Texas. We sit down with owner Joey Honesco to talk about place, calling, and the quiet power of presence.Joey shares his journey of opening a bookstore rooted in community—a “third place” where people connect over books, coffee, and shared rhythms. We reflect on how God uses proximity and intentionality to sh
Reimagining Leadership
What does leadership look like when no one’s watching?In this episode, we sit down with Alan Hooton — educator, elder, and faithful presence at Citizens Church — to explore leadership shaped not by titles or accolades, but by consistency and character. After 19 years in the same classroom, Alan invites us to see leadership as something slow, relational, and deeply rooted in presence.We talk about
Meeting People Where They Are
In this episode, we’re joined by Jenna Hernandez from Citizens Church, who shares how her work in college ministry and prison discipleship is all about meeting people right where they are. Whether she’s leading a Bible study with students at UT Dallas or walking with women behind bars, Jenna brings a grounded, relational approach to spiritual formation—one that’s shaped by presence, patience, and
The Purpose of Community in the Family of God
In this episode, Caroline Smiley joins us to explore God’s vision for friendship and community. How do relationships shift across seasons of life? What does it mean to pursue Christlike friendships in a culture shaped by individualism?We dive into the biblical foundation of community, from Genesis to today, and how Scripture challenges our approach to relationships. We unpack how deep friendships
Practicing Wisdom
Why do spiritual disciplines matter if we’re saved by grace through faith? If salvation isn’t based on works, why do prayer, fasting, and Scripture reading still hold weight? Today, we’re diving into what Paul says in Romans about how salvation isn’t just about avoiding hell—it’s about transformation. Spiritual disciplines aren’t about earning God’s favor; they’re about stepping into the fullness
Wisdom for Every Season
We are kicking off this special mini-series on Spiritual Formation by sitting down with Robyn, a longtime friend and valued member of our church community. At 58, Robyn embodies what it means to be a lifelong learner, embracing the highs and lows of life with faith and humility. She shares her story through the lens of seasons—how adoption, loss, and her relationship with the church have all shape
New Season Intro: Christian Living
We’re kicking off a fresh season of Culture Matters with a new approach—less reaction, more intentional conversation. Inspired by Andy Crouch’s vision of Christians as curators, we’re breaking up the season into six to eight-week mini-series that dig deep into faith, culture, and creativity. Along the way, we’ll explore key cultural moments, theological insights, and the stories shaping our world.
A Liturgy for Christmas
Amidst the holiday hustle, have you ever considered the impact of pausing to reflect? Advent offers us this sacred pause, inviting us to step away from commercial chaos and embrace the profound of Advent and Christmas. This episode guides you through the themes of Advent—hope, love, joy, and peace—showing how they anchor us during this season. Scripture from Isaiah, Luke, Matthew and James illumin
A Weary World Rejoices
Advent reminds us of the hope in a light in the darkness. In this episode, our friends Bobby and Taryn share their story of how God upheld them through joys and suffering and through seasons of lament surrounding the holidays. Topics DiscussedEncountering God in SufferingThe Power of Christian LamentTrusting God in CommunityEmbracing Joy and Sorrow in AdventFinding Grace in SufferingRecommended Re
End of Year Round Up
In this episode we discuss some of the bigger headlines in the news lately as well as take a look back at the year to review some of our favorite, books, music and movies.Recommended and Mentioned ResourcesOur previous episodes on Christian Nationalism:Part 1Part 2Books:Flood and FuryHip-Hop Is HistoryDo Fathers Matter?Nuclear War on AudibleThe Thing That Would Make Everything Okay ForeverWe Shall
The Book of Galatians with Elizabeth Woodson
Join us on Culture Matters as we explore the epistle of Galatians with Elizabeth, who shares insights from her new study, Live Free. Elizabeth delves into her admiration for Paul's engagement with culture, highlighting his skillful interaction with Greek philosophers and his adept handling of false teachings by the Judaizers. We discuss how Paul's message remains relevant today, addressing
The Practice of Gratitude
Join us on Culture Matters as we explore the role of gratitude and its significance. We discuss how the human experience is often a mixture of gratitude and sorrow, how gratitude can offer contentment in the present moment and how it can shift our perspective to appreciate even small blessings.Topics Discussed Choosing Gratitude for Joyful Living Navigating Gratitude and Sorrow in Life Finding Gra
Greed vs. Generosity
How often does our vision for something differ from God's sovereign vision —making us blind to the blessing? Our latest episode is a challenge to rethink the common notions of greed and generosity, especially as the holiday season underscores the tension between gratitude and consumerism. We explore how societal norms can obscure the real condition of the heart, making it easy to overlook the
Gluttony vs Contentment
Where do we go in times of need and comfort? How can we think about comforts as an invitation to rely more on Christ and not on the temporary fixes of this world? On this episode, we explore the concept of gluttony: what is it and what does the Bible have to say about it? By examining the impact of modern habits like phone overuse or streaming services, we highlight how distractions can distance u
Election Surprises and the Human Side of Politics
President Trump secures a historic second term, defying predictions and shocking many. On this episode, we discuss the unexpected election results that left many, including pollsters, scratching their heads. We explore the shifting demographics in key swing states like Ohio and Florida and how Trump managed to capture the allegiance of independent voters more effectively this time around.The emoti
The Mythmakers and Creating Christian Art
This week we have a fascinating conversation with author and illustrator John Hendrix about his latest book—The Mythmakers: The Remarkable Fellowship of C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien. We explore the beauty of communicating really complicated truths through myth, story and poetry — similar to how God takes the stories of the world and tells us a truer story. Through the creation of myths we can be
Home with God - Our Union with Christ
Kyle Worley, pastor at Mosaic Church and author of the insightful new book "Home with God or Union with Christ," joins us to unpack the transformative doctrine of union with Christ. Through the metaphor of being at home with God, Kyle shares how this understanding reshapes our perspective on salvation, emphasizing the richness of fellowship beyond mere forgiveness. In his latest book, Kyle
Cultural Round Up: Bank Glitch, Fallen Pastors & The End Times
Join us on this episode of Culture Matters as we discuss some of the more recent headlines. From a viral TikTok "bank glitch", Beyoncé's CMA snub, celebrity christians and fallen pastors, to the VP debate and the war in Israel there is no shortage in hot topics. We try to navigate all of these headlines in a manner that points you to Jesus and hope.Topic DiscussedPerspective on Digital
Creating Spaces of Belonging for Those with Special Needs
On this episode of Culture Matters as we continue our exploration of creating inclusive spaces for those with special needs. Doug Schulte, house manager and donor coordinator at Cornerstone Ranch in McKinney, Texas, joins us to share his heartfelt journey of building spaces where those with special needs feel not just welcome, but genuinely anticipated and valued. Topics DiscussedCreating Inclusiv
Empathy and Inclusion for Kids with Neurodivergence
When Molly Smith first discovered her son's neurodivergence, she faced a whirlwind of emotions that many parents of children with special needs will recognize. In this episode, Molly opens up about her family's journey, from the initial challenges to learning how to parent in each new stage of development.The aim of this first part in a two-part series on special needs is to encourage thos
Politics and Ideology with Patrick Schreiner
Continuing our conversation on politics, we talk to Dr. Patrick Schreiner about the ideology of politics. Christian faith isn’t private or partisan, but it certainly has a public (political) reality. We pledge allegiance to King Jesus and are participants in God’s plan to bring heaven to earth, as we are called to go out into the world to make disciples and be a light in the darkness.Guest Resourc
Politics & The Local Church with Zack Eswine
As we are in an election year, we want to take some time to look at politics in America through a biblical lens. In the first episode of this three-part series, we are joined by pastor and author Dr. Zack Eswine. We discuss how we may have arrived at the current political climate, how it has affected the Church in America and what Jesus' view on politics is. Zack recently wrote a book on polit
Fatherhood & Masculinity
We are joined by Michael Bleecker and Jonathan Dodson to discuss fatherhood. Intentional fatherhood is more than just being present; it’s about quality interactions that guide our children towards understanding God’s love and forgiveness. This episode underscores the importance of modeling genuine repentance, prioritizing meaningful activities over distractions, and embracing our unique identities
Parenting Without Panic
In this episode, we talk to Rachel Gilson about her latest book—Parenting Without Panic in an LGBT-Affirming World. It’s a really helpful conversation for parents and anyone discipling the kids (hint: all of us) to navigate conversations about God’s beautiful design for human sexuality, gender, and relationships. Mentioned Resources Connect more with RachelBuy Parenting without PanicListen to Pa
The Next Generation of Christians
There's been a shift in the way this generation, particularly Gen Z and Gen A, navigates the world. They want to hear a story more than they want an expertly given argument. Relationship and authenticity are valued over intellectualism. On this episode we explore how that influences, discipleship, parenting, outreach and more. We also take a step back to explore some things we would tell our y
Adam Returns and a Look Back at the Summer Olympics
In this week's episode we welcome back Adam Hawkins after his sabbatical. And we have an extended conversation around the Paris Olympics. Follow us on socialInstagram-- Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. If you would like to sponsor this show, email sponsor@thegoodpodcast.co
The Joy in Play and the Future of Glory
Continuing our conversation from last week, if we're thinking about a Godly approach to work and rest, then how can we think about play? Where does playfulness fit into our lives, that's honoring God and pushing back darkness, and ultimately looking to the future glory of God's new heavens and new earth. Topics DiscussedRediscovering Joy Through PlayThe Beauty of Rest, Work, PlayEterna
Work and Rest
What does it look like to rest well? When we work from our significance in Christ instead of our own, we can pair the mission of God with the heart of God for the flourishing of all people. In this way, Christianity offers an antithesis to the hustle culture that we are bombarded with everyday. Elizabeth and Tymarcus invite Jonathan Dodson on to have a conversation about work & rest.Topics Dis
Mother Mary and the Family of God
On this episode, we explore the multifaceted role of Mary and motherhood in faith with our guest Caroline Smiley, a Bible and theology teacher and current PhD student. Caroline provides a rich analysis of Mary’s portrayal in the Gospel of Luke, focusing on her agency and emotional depth. In our conversation, we emphasize the deep connection between human relationships and encountering Christ.We al
Self-Care and Toxicity
This week we have a timely conversation about the ways social media and culture promote “self care” and how we should look at care and sin through Godly lenses. If our motivation is the Lord and He is our source of care, then we can approach difficult people and difficult situations, considering God’s wisdom, and discern a better way. Topics DiscussedFrictionless Life vs. Self-CareNavigating Bound
Prayer Life
On this episode of Culture Matters, we sit down with Chad Lawson and Logan Helm from Citizens Church to discuss how things like anxiety, technology, fear and misconceptions of God shape our prayer practices. We hope to offer encouragement to view prayer as an ongoing, heartfelt conversation with God rather than a formal obligation, underscoring that even imperfect attempts at prayer are valuable i
New Season & Cultural Roundup
We're back with a new season and to kick things off we are going to tackle some of the bigger news items from the past few months. We also talk about some of books, movies, shows and more that we have lately been enjoying...or fighting to get through. Thanks for joining us for another season! We have some really great episodes in store.Topics Covered In This EpisodeThe benefits and woes of a s
Juneteenth - Beyond Racial Division
Today is Juneteenth, a day where we celebrate the news of the Emancipation Proclamation finally reaching slaves on the Texas shores. We felt like now would be a good time to revisit the topic of racial division. What are the real steps to breaking the cycles of racial incidents, protests and backlash that we see so often in the United States? We are joined by George Yancey, a professor at Baylor U
Repost - The Hard and Beautiful Sides of Friendships
This Summer we are re-visiting a few of our favorite previous episodes. Some from recent seasons, some from not-so-recent. We've had some really amazing and helpful guests on over the years, so while we are busy recording new episodes, we wanted to share these with you! We hope you enjoy them!--In this week's episode, we sit down with a good friend, Aina Carruth, to talk about the hard sea
Repost: Hip-Hop and Artistic Insight With Jackie Hill Perry
This Summer we are re-visiting a few of our favorite previous episodes. Some from recent seasons, some from not-so-recent. We've had some really amazing and helpful guests on over the years, so while we are busy recording new episodes, we wanted to share these with you! We hope you enjoy them!Hip-hop artist and writer Jackie Hill Perry joins us and shares the role of art in her story of gospel
Repost: God The Foodie
This Summer we are re-visiting a few of our favorite previous episodes. Some from recent seasons, some from not-so-recent. We've had some really amazing and helpful guests on over the years, so while we are busy recording new episodes, we wanted to share these with you! We hope you enjoy them!--Is God a foodie? This episode talks about the biblical significance of food and our cultural obsessi
Repost: Beauty and Kindness with Rich Villodas
This Summer we are re-visiting a few of our favorite previous episodes. Some from recent seasons, some from not-so-recent. We've had some really amazing and helpful guests on over the years, so while we are busy recording new episodes, we wanted to share these with you! We hope you enjoy them!--Through his book, Good and Beautiful and Kind, Rich Villodas offers a contemplative practice, based
Repost: Impossible Marriage with Matt and Laurie Krieg
This Summer we are re-visiting a few of our favorite previous episodes. Some from recent seasons, some from not-so-recent. We've had some really amazing and helpful guests on over the years, so while we are busy recording new episodes, we wanted to share these with you! We hope you enjoy them!--While marriage can be easy for some, the reality of two sinners entering into union with each other
Poetry & the Practices of Holy Week
In this final episode of the season, Tymarcus sits down with Joey Honesko to talk about how poetry can help us better understand the beauty and complexity of the scriptures. And how poetry in particular can help us resonate with the practice of remembrance when we look back at the crucifixion and resurrection of Christ during the season of Lent and and Easter.
Guest Resources
Joey's Website
Allegiances and Citizenship
What does it mean to be citizens of heaven? And how does that affect our earthly citizenship? In this episode we look at the relational language the bible uses frequently — brothers and sisters, citizens of heaven, royal priesthood, and others.
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2024 Oscar Recap
Liz is back and the studio has never felt more alive! She joins us to pick apart this year's Oscars. This episode isn't just about the glitz of the gala; it's our reflections on the highlights, the lowlights, the war and peace narratives threading through recent cinema, the cultural disconnect that often plagues the Oscars and why we (mostly Adam) think film is still so important for a
Church Planting & Community Flourishing
This week Tymarcus talks to Pastor Charles Wilson from The Hill Church in Roanoke, VA about how Christians can think about effecting change in their communities through their churches. Pastor Charles helps us think about how as Christians we should move towards the problems and be a part of helping our neighborhoods flourish.
Guest Resources
https://www.thehillchurch.com/
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