The Cultural Reset

In this episode, I discuss the Apostolic Fathers, St. Ignatius, and what modern Christians are missing.

Today I'm hopping on my *soapbox* to discuss the difference between convictions and standards. I needed this pep talk a bunchhh when I first started Christian college. Me, to my counselor, after starting college: I'm not the only Christian in the room anymore? And these people only listen to hymns??? *sinks deep into self-criticizing shame* NO LONGER, MY FRIENDS. *enter this episode* As always you can find me at carsoncawthon.com

What does it mean to be a faithful steward? What about a famous one? Learn more in this cautionary tale.

Welcome to The Greatest Story! This conversation is one-part book review and one-part discussion on how this book reflects the Gospel in a new and fresh way. This week's book is my NEW FAVORITE BOOK OF ALL TIME... A Severe Mercy by Sheldon Vanauken. As always you can find me at carsoncawthon.com p.s. links are affiliate links. you pay the normal price, I just get a little piece. thanks!

Listen in to hear my five favorite books of 2021! 1. A Severe Mercy- Sheldon Vanauken 2. A Burning in My Bones- Winn Collier 3. What Alice Forgot- Liane Moriarty 4. That Sounds Fun- Annie F. Downs 5. Creative Love- Jeremy & Audrey Roloff Honorable Mentions: Liturgy of the Ordinary- Tish Harrison Warren The Midnight Library- Matt Haig The Lazy Genius Way- Kendra Adachi Who is Maud Dixon?- Alexandra Andrews Til' We Have Faces- C.S. Lewis A Love Letter Life- Jeremy & Audrey Roloff

In episode 23 we're discussing body image, as inspired by Jess Connolly's book Breaking Free from Body Shame. What if God already calls your body good? What if you nourish your body not to punish it but to worship the One who made it? As always you can find me at carsoncawthon.com

Today concludes the series Social Media Jesus on faith and post-modern media. This episode finally tackles a potential solution to the gap between knowledge and relationship. You can always find me at carsoncawthon.com

Have you ever spent your time off doom scrolling, desperately wishing you were on that vacation/ in that fancy house/ receiving that Tesla for Christmas? (Seriously, a Tesla??) Obviously I can't relate. Here's the best way I've found to cope.

Don't succumb to the temptation to hand all your last-minute gift $$ to Amazon!!! Listen to this episode for gift ideas you can get TODAY! Similar Episodes: The Power of Thrift Shopping Planning for Peace this Holiday Season You can always find me at carsoncawthon.com

Welcome to episode 2 of Social Media Jesus, a series on the intersection of post-modern media and faith. Be sure to listen to episode 1 of the series before digging in. This episode includes yet another college story, a reference to the Garden of Eden, and a lot of shade on social media. What more could you want? You can find me at carsoncawthon.com

Episode 18: Jesus & The Nightly News Today's episode is the first in a three-part series I'm calling Social Media Jesus: How Post-Modern Media Affects our Faith. In this episode, I share a little history, a little philosophy, and a little Bible as we dig into what it means to exist as Christians in a world of post-modern media. The next episode in the series will be posted on Thursday. Main Points: 1. The Birth of the 24-Hour News Cycle 2. 24/7 News and Influencer Culture 3. Jesus, Kierkegaard, and the Sabbath Rest In this episode I reference: “The 24/7 Presidency.” Miller Center, 19 Aug. 2020, https://millercenter.org/the-presidency/teacher-resources/recasting-presidential-history/247-presidency. Kierkegaard, Søren, et al. The Present Age; and, of the Difference Between a Genius and an Apostle. Harper Perennial, 1962. Lewis, C. S. Till We Have Faces: A Myth Retold. William Collins, 2020. Shearer, Elisa. “86% Of Americans Get News Online from Smartphone, Computer or Tablet.” Pew Research Center, Pew Research Center, 12 Jan. 2021, https://www.pewresearch.org/fact-tank/2021/01/12/more-than-eight-in-ten-americans-get-news-from-digital-devices/.

Today I'm sharing a bit of Scripture that a mentor reminded me of in a moment of fear. When you don't know how to handle the big decisions, remain faithful with the small ones.

This episode is a shameless plug for my favorite Advent devotional. Honest Advent by Scott Erickson is a raw and vulnerable look at what it actually meant for the Alpha and the Omega to come down and be born as a child. The accompanying illustrations are revolutionary for visual learners like me. May we all recognize that the Christmas story is a lot messier than we've made it out to be, and that's a really good thing. Find the book here. Find more of Scott's work here.

This episode was inspired by a tough question I faced while home over break during my freshman year. Listen to learn the comforting truth I embraced during this time.

Holidays are CHAOTIC. Returning home to family drama, buying all the presents, and running low on money are enough to get your heart racing. Today I'm sharing the advice I received beginning my freshman year of college, but I think it's applicable for this equally chaotic season.

Today I'm sharing the magical question that my counselor shared with me for making new friends. From college, to moving, to a new church: this question applies every dang time.

I LOVE THRIFTING. If you know me irl I have certainly mentioned that I bought some obscure element of my outfit for like... 50 cent. Listen to learn why I love thrifting so very much.

This week includes a glimpse into my life with God, a little spit, and an odd Bible story. I hope it encourages you this week.

I've been going to counseling since 7th grade. It's not some big secret, in fact, it's something I'm really proud of. Hear about it in this latest episode.

Don't forget the resurrection, folks. Jesus died for our sins, but praise God the story doesn't end there.

It's hard to see the corners of the room from a grand stage. God develops us and equips us for righteousness in the deserts and the “invisible” seasons.

You're in luck, because today's episode comes to you straight from my counseling notes. Whenever something helps me immensely, I want to share it with you. Here are three questions to ask about every relationship you enter into to determine if it is healthy and beneficial.

Have you ever thought that every other Christian has it all figured out? Have you ever felt like you're always falling behind? If so, you may be under the influence. Let's talk about it

In this episode I discuss the nature of hereditary patterns, from good influences like hospitality to bad ones like alcoholism. Our family patterns are deeply influential, but there is hope. In Jesus, we have the power to break generational curses and change the course of history.

From the Reformation to the Modern Era, it's apparent that humans cannot lead us like God can. We need the Church, but it is good to continually hope for the day when Christ alone will be on the throne.

This week we're discussing my first weeks of college last year and how I struggled to find contentment in a new situation. Listen if you're just beginning you're freshman year, or if you're just feeling the weight of comparison.

Today I'm sharing five tips I learned from moving to college for my freshman year! From homesickness and new friends to the unlikely story of why I got a nose ring, this episode has it all. Even if you aren't entering your freshman year of college, this episode is full of advice on how to navigate any scary transition. For more information, you can find me here. Podcast mentioned: The Lazy Genius

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