Conversations for Life

How can churches equip men and women as disciples of Christ? Join me and guest author Aimee Byrd to discuss her new book Recovering From Biblical Manhood and Womanhood.

How can churches equip men and women as disciples of Christ? Join me and guest author Aimee Byrd to discuss her new book Recovering From Biblical Manhood and Womanhood.

Today we are honored to sit down and talk with psychologist, author, and speaker Dr. Diane Langberg. Dr. Langberg is the author of numerous books, including Suffering and the Heart of God, On The Threshold of Hope, and her newest book coming out in October called Redeeming Power: Understanding Authority and Abuse in the Church. How should a Christian understand and respond to trauma in their own life and in the lives of others? How can the church integrate recovery from trauma into its discipleship model? How can the church create a space for the traumatized to share their stories and find help?

Today we are honored to sit down and talk with psychologist, author, and speaker Dr. Diane Langberg. Dr. Langberg is the author of numerous books, including Suffering and the Heart of God, On The Threshold of Hope, and her newest book coming out in October called Redeeming Power: Understanding Authority and Abuse in the Church. How should a Christian understand and respond to trauma in their own life and in the lives of others? How can the church integrate recovery from trauma into its discipleship model? How can the church create a space for the traumatized to share their stories and find help?  

Have you heard terms like white fragility, intersectionality, white privilege, or social justice? Join us today as we talk with Dr. Neil Shenvi about the theory behind these ideas. We will also talk about how parents can equip their children to discern truth from falsehood so that they are able to reconcile the claims of critical theory proponents with what the Bible says about God's concern for mercy and justice.

Have you heard terms like white fragility, intersectionality, white privilege, or social justice? Join us today as we talk with Dr. Neil Shenvi about the theory behind these ideas. We will also talk about how parents can equip their children to discern truth from falsehood so that they are able to reconcile the claims of critical theory proponents with what the Bible says about God's concern for mercy and justice.

Join me today for a timely discussion with Dr. John Rush, assistant professor of economics at Covenant College, as we talk about the ongoing economic impact of the novel coronavirus pandemic. What does it look like to love our neighbor in the midst of this? What is contained in the stimulus package and what impact will it have on the economy? What long-term impact will this have? There are no clear answers, but the discussion will help all of us process our personal concerns and the big picture.

Join me today for a timely discussion with Dr. John Rush, assistant professor of economics at Covenant College, as we talk about the ongoing economic impact of the novel coronavirus pandemic. What does it look like to love our neighbor in the midst of this? What is contained in the stimulus package and what impact will it have on the economy? What long-term impact will this have? There are no clear answers, but the discussion will help all of us process our personal concerns and the big picture.   

This week I continue my conversation with Natalie Hoffman about emotional and spiritual abuse in conservative Christian circles. How can churches respond better when a woman shares that she is in an emotionally or spiritually abusive marriage? What can a woman do who finds herself in an emotionally or spiritually abusive marriage? Check out giveherwings.com for training to identify and help those in an emotionally and spiritually abusive marriage.

This week I continue my conversation with Natalie Hoffman about emotional and spiritual abuse in conservative Christian circles. How can churches respond better when a woman shares that she is in an emotionally or spiritually abusive marriage? What can a woman do who finds herself in an emotionally or spiritually abusive marriage? Check out giveherwings.com for training to identify and help those in an emotionally and spiritually abusive marriage.

Christians believe marriage is a covenant between a man and woman before God for life, what do we do then when we find ourselves in a spiritually or emotionally abusive relationship? How do we know the difference between normal marital problems and emotional or spiritual abuse? Who do we turn to? How should church leaders respond when someone is seeking help in a spiritually or emotionally abusive relationship? Join me as I talk with Natalie Hoffman who runs an organization called Flying Free Now that helps women who find themselves in spiritually or emotionally abusive relationships. She is also the author of, Is It Me? Making Sense of Your Confusing Marriage, A Christian Woman's Guide to Spiritual and Emotional Abuse.

Christians believe marriage is a covenant between a man and woman before God for life, what do we do then when we find ourselves in a spiritually or emotionally abusive relationship? How do we know the difference between normal marital problems and emotional or spiritual abuse? Who do we turn to? How should church leaders respond when someone is seeking help in a spiritually or emotionally abusive relationship? Join me as I talk with Natalie Hoffman who runs an organization called Flying Free Now that helps women who find themselves in spiritually or emotionally abusive relationships. She is also the author of, Is It Me? Making Sense of Your Confusing Marriage, A Christian Woman's Guide to Spiritual and Emotional Abuse.

Hear more from Becket Cook in part two of our conversation with author and speaker Becket Cook. In this episode we talk extensively about the influence of the media and Hollywood on our beliefs about what is right, wise, and good, and how easily this can cause Christians to doubt their own Scriptures. Join us today as we talk about the things that matter most to those that matter most to you.

Hear more from Becket Cook in part two of our conversation with author and speaker Becket Cook. In this episode we talk extensively about the influence of the media and Hollywood on our beliefs about what is right, wise, and good, and how easily this can cause Christians to doubt their own Scriptures. Join us today as we talk about the things that matter most to those that matter most to you.

Listen to Beckett share his story of how God opened his eyes and brought him out of a gay Hollywood lifestyle into saving faith, and hear him answer common questions many Christians have about same sex attraction. Find out more at www.crosslife.org.

Listen to Beckett share his story of how God opened his eyes and brought him out of a gay Hollywood lifestyle into saving faith, and hear him answer common questions many Christians have about same sex attraction. Find out more at www.crosslife.org.

In today's conversation, I sit down with author Jen Pollock Michel to talk about her book Keeping Place. How does our desire for Home point us upward toward God and outward toward our neighbor? Conversations for Life desires to engage in uplifting conversations about things that matter most to those that matter most to you. New episodes are released every Tuesday and don't forget to visit www.crosslife.org for more information.

In today's conversation, I sit down with author Jen Pollock Michel to talk about her book Keeping Place. How does our desire for Home point us upward toward God and outward toward our neighbor? Conversations for Life desires to engage in uplifting conversations about things that matter most to those that matter most to you. New episodes are released every Tuesday and don't forget to visit www.crosslife.org for more information.

How do men mask woundedness with false masculinity? How can we pursue Christ-likeness? Join me today as we sit down with pastor and author Nate Pyle to discuss how Jesus redefines manhood.

How do men mask woundedness with false masculinity? How can we pursue Christ-likeness? Join me today as we sit down with pastor and author Nate Pyle to discuss how Jesus redefines manhood.

Do I use God to run from God? Do I compartmentalize my faith away from everything else? Do I ignore the impact of the past on the present? Sit down and join me as we begin looking at what growing in Christ looks like when we incorporate our emotional healthy into the picture.

Do I use God to run from God? Do I compartmentalize my faith away from everything else? Do I ignore the impact of the past on the present? Sit down and join me as we begin looking at what growing in Christ looks like when we incorporate our emotional healthy into the picture. 

Kathleen and Jonathan sit down with the man behind the music of Slugs & Bugs, Randall Goodgame, to talk about hobbits, faith, music, and much more. Don't miss this special episode of Conversations for Life!

Kathleen and Jonathan sit down with the man behind the music of Slugs & Bugs, Randall Goodgame, to talk about hobbits, faith, music, and much more. Don't miss this special episode of Conversations for Life!

Listen in to the second part of our conversation with psychiatrist Dr. Roberta Gilbert about family systems, anxiety, differentiation and more.

Listen in to the second part of our conversation with psychiatrist Dr. Roberta Gilbert about family systems, anxiety, differentiation and more.

How can the anxiety carried by parents manifest itself in a child's behavior? How does our family of origin influence our own families?Join us as we discuss these questions and much more with Dr. Roberta Gilbert. Dr. Gilbert studied Family Systems Theory with Dr. Bowen and has been practicing as a licensed psychiatrist for many years. She is the author of several books, including, "Connecting With Our Children," which is an excellent resource for parents who want to read more into the benefits of a family systems approach to understanding family dynamics and parenting.

How can the anxiety carried by parents manifest itself in a child's behavior? How does our family of origin influence our own families?Join us as we discuss these questions and much more with Dr. Roberta Gilbert. Dr. Gilbert studied Family Systems Theory with Dr. Bowen and has been practicing as a licensed psychiatrist for many years. She is the author of several books, including, "Connecting With Our Children," which is an excellent resource for parents who want to read more into the benefits of a family systems approach to understanding family dynamics and parenting.

Harry Reeder is the senior pastor of Briarwood Presbyterian Church. He is the author of many books and has helped revitalize churches all around the world through Embers to a Flame. Join us as he shares how important church involvement is for building a healthy marriage.

Harry Reeder is the senior pastor of Briarwood Presbyterian Church. He is the author of many books and has helped revitalize churches all around the world through Embers to a Flame. Join us as he shares how important church involvement is for building a healthy marriage.

What is "The Big Blue Book," and what do some complementarians have in common with transgender ideology? Listen to the second part of our conversation with guest Aimee Byrd to find out.

What is "The Big Blue Book," and what do some complementarians have in common with transgender ideology? Listen to the second part of our conversation with guest Aimee Byrd to find out. 

How can the church do a better job discipling women? Join us today as we sit down with author and co-host of the Mortification of Spin podcast, Aimee Byrd, to talk about the urgent need for churches to step up their efforts shepherding and equipping women to grow in their faith.

How can the church do a better job discipling women? Join us today as we sit down with author and co-host of the Mortification of Spin podcast, Aimee Byrd, to talk about the urgent need for churches to step up their efforts shepherding and equipping women to grow in their faith.

Many modern parents feel overwhelmed. In this conversation, Jonathan sits down with author Harriet Connor to explore some of the reasons why this might be and what we can do about it.

Many modern parents feel overwhelmed. In this conversation, Jonathan sits down with author Harriet Connor to explore some of the reasons why this might be and what we can do about it.

Jonathan walks through CrossLife's Guide to the Reliability of Scripture and discusses major categories of criticism frequently leveled against the trustworthiness of Scripture.

Jonathan walks through CrossLife's Guide to the Reliability of Scripture and discusses major categories of criticism frequently leveled against the trustworthiness of Scripture. 

Today it is more vital than ever before for parents to communicate to their children reasons for confidence in Scripture. Join us today as we sit down with Dr. Craig Evans, author and editor of more than 70 books, hundreds of articles and reviews, and professor for over 40 years teaching and researching in subjects related to Christianity and the Bible to talk about how believers can gain trust in their Scriptures, and communicate this trust to their children. Along the way we also discuss major areas of critique that are often given as reasons for discrediting Scripture's trustworthiness.

Today it is more vital than ever before for parents to communicate to their children reasons for confidence in Scripture. Join us today as we sit down with Dr. Craig Evans, author and editor of more than 70 books, hundreds of articles and reviews, and professor for over 40 years teaching and researching in subjects related to Christianity and the Bible to talk about how believers can gain trust in their Scriptures, and communicate this trust to their children. Along the way we also discuss major areas of critique that are often given as reasons for discrediting Scripture's trustworthiness. 

How does social media serve heart idols of security, identity, and significance toward destructive ends? Join us as we sit down with Kristen Hatton, author of Face Time - Your Identity in a Selfie World.

How does social media serve heart idols of security, identity, and significance toward destructive ends? Join us as we sit down with Kristen Hatton, author of Face Time - Your Identity in a Selfie World.

Family systems, differentiation, triangles, and faith. This week we are honored to talk with Dr. Jenny Brown, director of the Family Systems Institute in Sydney, Australia about family systems.

Family systems, differentiation, triangles, and faith. This week we are honored to talk with Dr. Jenny Brown, director of the Family Systems Institute in Sydney, Australia about family systems.

What does the New Testament teach about marriage? Join us today as we look at several specific New Testament passages related to marriage, and discuss how radical the Bible's picture of marriage is relative to surrounding cultural practices and beliefs.

What does the New Testament teach about marriage? Join us today as we look at several specific New Testament passages related to marriage, and discuss how radical the Bible's picture of marriage is relative to surrounding cultural practices and beliefs.

What is the danger with framing marriage dynamics as a reaction to current cultural trends rather than how the Bible itself frames it, as the intimate union of two image bearers of God uniquely suited to one another to carry out God's plans and purposes for themselves and those around them?

What is the danger with framing marriage dynamics as a reaction to current cultural trends rather than how the Bible itself frames it, as the intimate union of two image bearers of God uniquely suited to one another to carry out God's plans and purposes for themselves and those around them?

How does salvation transform fallen authority and power dynamics within marriage? Listen this week as Jonathan and Kathleen unpack three characteristics typical of sinful dynamics of authority and power, and how these are transformed through the redemptive power of God at work in the lives of believers.

How does  salvation transform fallen authority and power dynamics within marriage? Listen this week as Jonathan and Kathleen unpack three characteristics typical of sinful dynamics of authority and power, and how these are transformed through the redemptive power of God at work in the lives of believers.

We look at what happens to the marriage relationship after the man and woman eat the fruit in Genesis 3 and discuss some ramifications for us today.