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In this episode, we have Eric Nevins on the show today talking about how you can mobilize your God-given message with podcasting! Eric is the founder of the Christian Podcasters Association and has a Master of Divinity from Denver Seminary. We talk about how you can bring your message to the masses through podcasting and how God is moving in the marketplace. Eric also talks about the essential elements you need to launch, grow, and monetize your message! You won't want to miss this episode!   JOIN The FREE 5-Day Video Content Challenge March 4th- 8th: https://learn.melissaleahughes.com/videochallenge Grab You 3 Steps to Clarity on Your Brand Messaging: https://melissa-hughes.mykajabi.com/personalbrand   Website: www.melissaleahughes.com Social Channels: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@melissaleahughes Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melissaleahughes/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/melissa.harrington.758 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@melissaleahughes   Eric Nevins:  Website: https://ericnevins.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eric_nevins/ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/halfway-there/id1119401775 Christian Podcasters Association: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ChristianPodcastersAssociation/

Eric Nevins, founder of the Christian Podcaster Association and host of the Halfway There Podcast, joins us once more to end the year! Hosts Joshua Noel and TJ (Tiberius Juan) Blackwell join him in discussing what's up with our shows, the podcasts in our networks, and other podcasts that are worth listening to in our opinions! We discuss all we were able to do in 2023 for our shows and everything we are looking forward to doing in 2024!.What is Theology Beer Camp? Who / What is the Christian Podcaster? Are podcasts popular? How many podcasts do people listen to on average? How do you make a good Christian podcast? What is the point in a podcast network? Can podcasts engage in discipleship? What is the difference in coaching and discipling? What are our favorite podcasts to listen to?.In this episode, we will:Discuss what we have done in 2023Hang out with the founder of CPALearn about life coaches and podcast coachingGet excited for this show, Halfway There, and other pods in 2024.Support the show on Captivate or on Patreon, or by purchasing a comfy T-Shirt in our shop!.Join in our conversations on our Discord Server and Facebook group!.Hear all of the AMP Network shows:https://anazao-ministries.captivate.fm.Check out everything Eric Nevins is up to on his website:https://ericnevins.com/.Check out Joshua's other show, "Dummy for Theology":https://player.captivate.fm/episode/1a27a558-5de8-4f4b-bdd0-7f104805a2ef.Listen to every episode TJ is on of Systematic Geekology:https://player.captivate.fm/collection/f4c32709-d8ff-4cef-8dfd-5775275c3c5eMentioned in this episode:Check out the other AMP Network shows!https://anazao-ministries.captivate.fm . https://open.spotify.com/show/725pdvTzkle0fDWK2sdxnD?si=e317918366e04338Easily subscribe to our show wherever you listen!https://the-whole-church-podcast.captivate.fm/listen

Caris Snider is a speaker, author, coach, and podcaster. Her latest book is There's an Elephant on My Chest, a picture book for children she wrote to help kids understand what anxiety feels like. Today, Caris shares her story of growing up in a Christian home in the Bible belt feeling like she had to be perfect. Trying to live up to her beliefs led to anxiety and depression until she was willing to accept help. Caris shares with us how she found hope over anxiety and the Lord's closeness during the process. Caris' story reminds us that we need community and don't have to be perfect to be loved. Listen to Caris' story in your favorite podcast player today! Children's Picture Book- There's an Elephant on My Chest Stories Caris shared: Overcoming anxiety and helping others Growing up in Alabama in a Christian family as a twin Her mom's example as a prayer warrior Having to overcome cerebral palsy on the left side of her body Trying out for cheerleader and not making it Studying early childhood development Meeting her husband who was in a Christian boy band Buying her own childcare center and realizing that it wasn't for her The season of uncertainty after giving up the childcare center Trying to pull herself up by her bootstraps and finding it impossible Having anxiety attacks with increasing frequency Trying to numb her pain by not eating Having a miscarriage and how that affected her Realizing she had to accept help to get out of her depression Giving up the idea of perfection for herself Learning the identities that the Lord has for her Writing books about anxiety and helping others Great quotes from Caris: When I looked up the things I was believing were proven to be lies. I had to recognize that help was not bad. I had to stop believing that I had to be perfect to be loved by Him. Those struggles are real but there is real hope. Resources we mentioned: Caris' website There's An Elephant On My Chest by Caris Snider Car Line Mom Devotional: 100 Days of Encouragement for the Mama Who Gets Everybody Everywhere by Caris Snider Related episodes: Edith Leland and Intimate Friendship with God Jon Fugler and Ditching Performance Christianity Christy Boulware and Love That Casts Out Fear The post Caris Snider and Hope Over Anxiety appeared first on Eric Nevins.

Caris Snider is a speaker, author, coach, and podcaster. Her latest book is There’s an Elephant on My Chest, a picture book for children she wrote to help kids understand what anxiety feels like. Today, Caris shares her story of growing up in a Christian home in the Bible belt feeling like she had to be […] The post Caris Snider and Hope Over Anxiety appeared first on Eric Nevins.

Jacci Turner is an author, spiritual director, trainer of spiritual directors, and a retried trauma therapist. Today, Jacci shares her story of discovering the Lord at camp, serving as a trainer for campus ministers for decades, and how her growing understanding of God's love changed everything. She lost her position and became an outcast from a community she loved. Jacci shares how she got through that difficult season and how spiritual direction helped her see the way through the spiritual desert. Jacci's story reminds us that we all get a little tumbled by life but that the Lord makes something beautiful out of us all in the end. Listen to Jacci's story in your favorite podcast player now! Stories Jacci shared: Growing up as a daughter of a produce Finding Jesus “for the first time” as a child Praying for Jesus to take away her nightmares Forgetting her relationship with God as a teenager Giving her life to Christ as a teenager at camp Going to college and learning Scripture Growing in love for the LGBTQ+ community Leaving her organization by invitation The pain of becoming an outcast because of her position The dreams she had during this painful season Starting a group called Shalom for church wholeness Experiencing Jesus even through the difficult times The identities she had to let go in order to get through the spiritual desert How a spiritual director helped her through her issues with the church What spiritual direction is and why it is valuable at every stage of the journey Spiritual cairns in the desert Great quotes from Jacci: If I never get to Hollywood, I still want to follow you. As we got to know them, they didn't become our gay friends. They became just our friends. Look to hope. Find hope in people, in God, in the books, in Scripture, in the forest, wherever you can find it. Resources we mentioned (affiliate links): Jacci's website Tumbled People: Deconstructing and Reconstructing Your Faith by Jacci Turner The Gravity Center The Divine Hours (Volume Two): Prayers for Autumn and Wintertime: A Manual for Prayer by Phyllis Tickle Yes And…Daily Meditations by Richard Rohr Sacred Earth, Sacred Soul: Celtic Wisdom for Reawakening to What Our Souls Know and Healing the World by John Philip Newell Related episodes: Cliff Haddox and The Story that Grows With You Phileena Heuertz and Christian Contemplation Suzanne Stabile and How Enneagram Heals Relationships The post Jacci Turner and Tumbled People appeared first on Eric Nevins.

Jacci Turner is an author, spiritual director, trainer of spiritual directors, and a retried trauma therapist. Today, Jacci shares her story of discovering the Lord at camp, serving as a trainer for campus ministers for decades, and how her growing understanding of God’s love changed everything. She lost her position and became an outcast from […] The post Jacci Turner and Tumbled People appeared first on Eric Nevins.

Sam Black, author of The Healing Church: What Churches Get Wrong About Pornography, and Director of Life Change Education at Covenant Eyes. Today, Sam shares how his life changed when he was first exposed to pornography, how it became a crutch for him, and why it's so destructive. He explains the inner turmoil he felt which often kept him from church but then, he discovered a community that allowed him to be honest about his addiction. Plus, Sam tells us how to get started making your church a place that's safe, too. Sam's story reminds us that God's grace is enough for everyone regardless of what sin they struggle with. Listen to Sam's story in your favorite podcast app now! Stories Sam shared: Why he wrote The Healing Church Growing up in Indiana, Kentucky, and Florida in a “hypocritically violent” home Being exposed to pornography at 10 years old How pornography became an escape for him The messages that he received from his church How his wife came to Christ The relationship between how much pornography and service Believing that he could not live up to a Christian life Going to an event at his wife's church The marriage class that became a safe space How his life changed as he was able to be vulnerable The spectrum of how the Church handles problems How to be the safe person for your community Great quotes from Sam: No one comes to the Father except through the Spirit. And the Spirit was doing a number on me. What part of James 5:16 do we not believe? What we need is a safe place with a safe process where it's okay to come as you are. Resources we mentioned: Sam's website The Healing Church: What Churches Get Wrong about Pornography and How to Fix It by Sam Black Covenant Eyes – Code for one month free: safeguard Strive Program Related episodes: Rob Lohman and Breaking Addiction Rose Ann Forte and Letting Go of Shame Christy Boulware and Love That Casts Out Fear The post Sam Black and The Journey of Freedom appeared first on Eric Nevins.

  Sam Black, author of The Healing Church: What Churches Get Wrong About Pornography, and Director of Life Change Education at Covenant Eyes. Today, Sam shares how his life changed when he was first exposed to pornography, how it became a crutch for him, and why it’s so destructive. He explains the inner turmoil he […] The post Sam Black and The Journey of Freedom appeared first on Eric Nevins.

Lyndsey Medford is a writer and speaker living with a rare autoimmune disorder in the crumbling empire of the American South. Today, Lyndsey shares what her disorder was like as a child, the pressure she felt to make her story a redemptive one, and the kind response of the Lord who only wanted to be with her. We talk about how to develop a holistic view of yourself and the spiritual implications of doing so. Learning to listen to God, to our bodies, and to one another is a crucial discipline for the spiritual journey. Lyndsey reminds us that doing so means letting go of expectations and learning to simply be with God. Listen to Lyndsey's story in your favorite podcast player now! Stories Lyndsey shared: Moving and finding herself back with family Her experience of learning to live in her body Growing up in North Atlanta and how church was part of her life Experiencing an autoimmune disorder as a child Praying for healing a lot The pressure she felt to turn her story into a redemptive one What the Lord said about her suffering The idol of productivity and how her time on the couch addressed it How studying theology shaped her faith Asking questions about what it means to be human and vocation Experiencing an intense depression after college Understanding incarnation and empire Great quotes from Lindsey: I did have a strong sense of having a relationship with God and being loved by God and that didn't depend on being good at suffering or hiding my suffering in the ways I though it did at the time. To turn [suffering] into a nice pretty story while it's still happening is an unfair pressure we put on people. I've been told all my life that there's things you have for me to do. So when are we going to do them? When we are really still, God is inviting us to let of some of the expectations about ourselves that no longer serve us. Resources we mentioned: Lyndsey's website My Body and Other Crumbling Empires: Lessons for Healing in a World That Is Sick by Lyndsey Medford Related episodes: Becky Castle Miller and Trusting Your Emotions Skye Jethani and Living Life with God Jim Barnard Finds Hope in Suffering through Community The post Lyndsey Medford and Releasing Expectations appeared first on Eric Nevins.

Lyndsey Medford is a writer and speaker living with a rare autoimmune disorder in the crumbling empire of the American South. Today, Lyndsey shares what her disorder was like as a child, the pressure she felt to make her story a redemptive one, and the kind response of the Lord who only wanted to be […] The post Lyndsey Medford and Releasing Expectations appeared first on Eric Nevins.

Matt Fagioli coach, consultant and a serial entrepreneur. His company is called Certain Success and he works with business owners and entrepreneurs to help them grow amazing Christ centered businesses while becoming (as closely as possible to) exactly what Jesus intended for them to be. Today, Matt shares his upbringing in the Roman Catholic church, why he decided to return to church after he had children, and how the pandemic shifted his perspective. He also tells the story of discovering that there is so much more to walking with Jesus than checking the boxes on the Christian to do list. He's found a new way of relating to the Lord. Matt's story reminds us that wherever you are now on the journey, the Lord has more to show you. Listen to Matt's story now in your favorite podcast player! Stories Matt shared: Wrestling with how to be a Christian business owner Growing up in the Philadelphia area in a Catholic school Not thinking very much about the Lord during his 20s Wanting something more at a time in life when he had it all Asking around for a church and going to an Evangelical church for the first time Beginning to investigate Christianity Giving his life to Christ and wanting to change everything Believing that he did all the right things as a Christian Checkboxing his faith How Covid changed his business and life Business events that changed his trajectory How suffering has helped him grow Learning to ask the Lord every day who he is What the experience of listening to the Lord is like for him Leaving his bag at the airport and how God spoke to him Great quotes from Matt: The front door for me was worship. I spend massive amounts of time speaking to the Lord but not a lot of words are said. Resources we mentioned: Matt's website Dirty Disciple by Matt Fagioli Living Fearless: Exchanging the Lies of the World for the Liberating Truth of God by Jamie Winship Related episodes: James Bryan Smith and Loved Beyond Imagination Phileena Heuertz and Christian Contemplation Brian Zahnd and The Beauty of Christ The post Matt Fagioli and Beyond Check Box Faith appeared first on Eric Nevins.

Matt Fagioli coach, consultant and a serial entrepreneur. His company is called Certain Success and he works with business owners and entrepreneurs to help them grow amazing Christ centered businesses while becoming (as closely as possible to) exactly what Jesus intended for them to be. Today, Matt shares his upbringing in the Roman Catholic church, […] The post Matt Fagioli and Beyond Check Box Faith appeared first on Eric Nevins.

Beth Allison Barr is the James Vardaman Professor of History at Baylor University and author of the book The Making of Biblical Womanhood: How the Subjugation of Women Became Gospel Truth. Today, Beth shares how she grew up knowing Jesus, learning that there were some things women didn't do, and how intellectual curiosity is deeply important for her spiritual journey. We also discuss how knowing Church history and taking a curious approach to biblical interpretation can shape our faith in positive ways. Beth's story reminds us that understanding church history with an inquisitive mind is a vital part of Christian growth. Listen to Beth's story here or where you get your podcasts. Stories Beth shared: Growing up in a Christian family in Texas Never not knowing faith in Jesus and getting baptized as a young woman Realizing that there were expected gender roles in high school Using her intellectual curiosity and how that clashed with a literal interpretation of the Bible The distinction between man's interpretation of God and who God really is Meeting her husband Seeing churches regressing in terms of intellectual curiosity Why KJV only is problematic Why historical context is critical to understanding texts How medieval history can help us now Being angry at God and the letters of despair that helped her When God spoke to her after her husband was fired Historical context and how it helps our hermeneutic Great quotes from Beth: My parents were never afraid of me being curious. My story fits into a story that's a lot bigger than me and I'm thankful to be part of that story. Historical context does not diminish the Bible as God's Word. It just helps us better understand God's Word. God does not look like the white, Evangelical church. Resources we mentioned: Beth's website The Making of Biblical Womanhood: How the Subjugation of Women Became Gospel Truth by Beth Allison Barr The Rise of Christianity by Rodney Stark The Showings by Julian of Norwich Related episodes: Aaron Niequist and Swimming in the Eternal Current Aimee Byrd and Recovering from Biblical Manhood and Womanhood Scot McKnight and Laura Barringer and Becoming an Agent of Good Kristen Du Mez and Knowing Church History The post Beth Allison Barr and Christian Curiosity appeared first on Eric Nevins.

Beth Allison Barr is the James Vardaman Professor of History at Baylor University and author of the book The Making of Biblical Womanhood: How the Subjugation of Women Became Gospel Truth. Today, Beth shares how she grew up knowing Jesus, learning that there were some things women didn’t do, and how intellectual curiosity is deeply important […] The post Beth Allison Barr and Christian Curiosity appeared first on Eric Nevins.

Frank Viola is a bestselling author, conference speaker, blogger, and podcaster. Today, Frank shares how he found Christ, a moment when he experienced the overwhelming love of God, and an encounter with a demon. Frank shares that his calling is to those who want to experience Jesus more fully and he shares multiple stories from his writing. We also explore the idea of the dark night of the soul and how he understands it and whether he's experienced one. Frank's story reminds us that the Lord is active even when we can't directly sense him. Listen to Frank's story in your favorite podcast player now! Stories Frank shared: Exploring the deeper journey Growing up in New York and then moving to Florida The “two conversions” he experienced The awakening he had when he was 16 years old Sensing a call to ministry at 17 Encountering a demon and asking for help from his church Feeling like God is far away The distinction between the dark night of the soul and the dark night of the spirit What it's like to have a sense of God's presence Why you don't need to have a conversation with God for everything when you know him The value of coincidence in the Christian life The meaning of the word evangelical Great quotes from Frank: You can put yourself in a position to hear from the Lord. When you have the mind of Christ, you don't have to consult the Lord about everything that comes up. One of the ways God speaks to his children is coincidence. The flesh is nailed to the cross and that's where it ought to be in the life of the Christian. Resources we mentioned: Frank's website Pagan Christianity by Frank Viola & George Barna Insurgence by Frank Viola Jesus Speaks by Frank Viola & Leonard Sweet Hang On Let Go by Frank Viola 48 Laws of Spiritual Power by Frank Viola 48 Laws of Power by Robert Greene When Christian Leaders Deny the Faith Ministry Mastermind Related episodes: Mike Bolton and the Power of Yes Sara Billups and Moving Toward Community Skye Jethani and Living Life With God The post Frank Viola and the Subtlety of the Kingdom of God appeared first on Eric Nevins.

Frank Viola is a bestselling author, conference speaker, blogger, and podcaster. Today, Frank shares how he found Christ, a moment when he experienced the overwhelming love of God, and an encounter with a demon. Frank shares that his calling is to those who want to experience Jesus more fully and he shares multiple stories from […] The post Frank Viola and the Subtlety of the Kingdom of God appeared first on Eric Nevins.

Sara Billups is a Seattle-based writer and cultural commentator whose work has appeared in the New York Times, Christianity Today, Ekstasis, and others. Sara writes Bitter Scroll, a monthly Substack letter. She is completing her Doctor of Ministry in the Sacred Art of Writing at the Peterson Center for the Christian Imagination at Western Theological Seminary. Today, Sara shares about her 90's youth group kid upbringing, moving to Seattle and finding a devastated church, and the dark season when she compartmentalized her faith. Sara's story reminds us that while the spiritual desert is isolating, community is the best way through. Listen to Sara's story in your favorite podcast app now! Stories Sara shared: Growing up in a house where her father converted to Christianity from Judaism Her parent's relationship and her father's conversion Celebrating Jewish holidays and how that shaped her How growing up in 80s Christianity influenced her Exploring a Christian counterculture and finding her people Reading creative people in high school Moving to Seattle to start an intentional community The cultural impact of the Mars Hill implosion The season of disillusionment she faced Realizing that her husband was carrying her Writing for believers who feel like they are orphaned by the Church Her church experience as she processed Practices that help when you feel alienated Great quotes from Sara If I actually believed the Christian story, I needed to make a change. There are seasons when the people who love us carry us. It doesn't do any good to burn things down but I do think we need to talk about this stuff. Being faithful to a congregation through many waves, throughout decades is a really interesting place to sit and I'm grateful that I can. Resources we mentioned: Sara's website Orphaned Believers: How a Generation of Christian Exiles Can Find the Way Home by Sara Billups This Cultural Moment  The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill The Case Against Sermon Centric Sundays by Skye Jethani Related episodes: Brian Zahnd and the Beauty of Christ Brandon Andress and the Controversy of Love Becky Castle Miller and Trusting Your Emotions The post Sara Billups and Moving Toward Community appeared first on Eric Nevins.

Sara Billups is a Seattle-based writer and cultural commentator whose work has appeared in the New York Times, Christianity Today, Ekstasis, and others. Sara writes Bitter Scroll, a monthly Substack letter. She is completing her Doctor of Ministry in the Sacred Art of Writing at the Peterson Center for the Christian Imagination at Western Theological […] The post Sara Billups and Moving Toward Community appeared first on Eric Nevins.

Contact Amy (Follow on IG, X, FB)Ever wonder how the kingdom of God is subtly yet profoundly impacting our world? Does the collision of theology and politics leave you grappling with questions? Join me this week as I converse with Eric Nevins, founder of the Christian Podcasts Association and his own podcast, Halfway There, as we traverse the journey of spiritual growth, discipleship, and the kingdom of God.Eric, a spiritual seeker from his early years, leads us through his life's journey, sharing his experiences in college, seminary, and beyond. We delve into the power dynamics of Jesus' interactions, the subtle omnipresence of the Kingdom of God and its contrast to earthly power structures. We also discuss the potential for discord in the convergence of theology and politics and how we can strive for unity in our Christian walk. Eric shares his insights on wielding our online platforms as tools for the Kingdom, reflecting the teachings of Jesus.As we wrap up our enlightening discussion, we journey back in time to the early church's example of caring for the vulnerable and promoting respect and unity. We share thoughts on the critical role of the Church in advancing the Kingdom of God and encouraging love and acceptance of those different from us. In these trying times, let's take Eric's reflections as a gentle reminder to love and respect people, even in their differences, as this is what truly advances the Kingdom of God. Join us on this journey as we learn, grow, and inspire each other in our walk with Christ.You ARE:SEEN KNOWN HEARD LOVED VALUED

Mike Bolton is a husband, father, grandfather, and loyal friend. While he defines himself more by relationships today, he also is an author, podcaster, former pastor, and businessman. Today, Mike shares the story of how he found faith in Christ, the scholarship he lost and how that changed his life, and the ways crisis has shaped him. He tells the story of how he discovered the Lord at work in unexpected places which taught him to say yes to opportunities and see what He was up to. Mike's story reminds us that while life with God has twists and turns, it's a beautiful sight to behold. Listen to Mike's story in your favorite podcast app now! Stories Mike shared: Growing up in Manitoba, Canada Deciding not to go to church in high school Life falling apart and the question it made him ask Deciding to follow Jesus because of the peace he saw in others around him Why we need to ask, seek, and knock Losing his hockey scholarship in school because of his faith How the Lord provided at his church instead The mindset that helps him face adversity Having a crisis in his marriage and digging in to figure it out His wife's business and living out her faith in it Discovering God at work where he did not expect Learning how to think of others Unlearning the sacred/secular divide Great quotes from Mike: God's got a great track record. I thought everything had to happen in the church but it seems like God is at work everywhere. What you believe about God and his purpose in your life has to be tested. Resources we mentioned: Mike's website Ignite Your Mission: The Spark That Empowers Your Purpose by Mike Bolton Related episodes: Todd Johnson says Just Say Yes Shā Sparks and Finding Purpose Andrew Klavan and The Truth and the Beauty The post Mike Bolton and the Power of Yes appeared first on Eric Nevins.

Mike Bolton is a husband, father, grandfather, and loyal friend. While he defines himself more by relationships today, he also is an author, podcaster, former pastor, and businessman. Today, Mike shares the story of how he found faith in Christ, the scholarship he lost and how that changed his life, and the ways crisis has […] The post Mike Bolton and the Power of Yes appeared first on Eric Nevins.

In this episode Ryan chats with returning guest, Eric Nevins. Eric runs the Christian Podcasters Association and he talks about how Facebook actually sends him leads!   Links: Previous Episode with Eric - https://pages.ryanreger.com/soi_186 Christian Podcasters Association FB Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/804999833009547

Lisa Lamb is a professor of preaching, a writer, and a pastor working to equip leaders in South East Asia. Her passion is to develop leaders who preach radically good news, deeply rooted in Scripture. The Lord took her and her husband on a surprising pandemic journey to seven countries, where they experienced his amazing provision at every turn. Today, Lisa shares the story of how she fell in love with preaching of the Word, the journey of becoming a professor, and why she wrote a book for pastors. Her story reminds us that the Lord is leading even when the circumstances may not appear so. Listen to Lisa's story in your favorite podcast app now! Stories Lisa shared: Serving in South East Asia and how that's different from the US Growing up in California in a Christian family full of prayer How she was shaped by her sister's disabilities The wholehearted way here sister approached life Reading a lot of four views books in college Going to seminary right after college and leaving Her sense of calling as a child The moment she realized she wanted to help others learn Going on staff with InterVarsity, getting married, and doing campus ministry Her first homiletics class Going to get her PhD in homiletics Graduating in 2008 and how that affected her The spiritual formation of preaching The hope of the preacher for the listener Trying to move overseas during the pandemic Why she wrote a book for pastors Great quotes from Lisa: I still think there's something really holy and beautiful when we open the Word together. When it's working as intended, preaching is meant to nourish us. God is still at work through the Church to bless the world, to be a light and a witness. Resources we mentioned: Lisa's website Resonate: How to Preach for Deep Connection by Lisa Lamb Related episodes: Dan Rudman and Ripples of the Gospel Christy Boulware and Love that Casts Out Fear Markus Watson and How Suffering Transforms The post Lisa Lamb and the Spiritual Formation of Preaching appeared first on Eric Nevins.

Lisa Lamb is a professor of preaching, a writer, and a pastor working to equip leaders in South East Asia. Her passion is to develop leaders who preach radically good news, deeply rooted in Scripture. The Lord took her and her husband on a surprising pandemic journey to seven countries, where they experienced his amazing […] The post Lisa Lamb and the Spiritual Formation of Preaching appeared first on Eric Nevins.

Chris Grainger is the founder of The Lion Within Us and has a passion for serving others. He is building a community that provides Christian men encouragement to become the leaders God intends them to be. Chris connects with others by sharing personal stories of professional success, hurdles encountered and how every circumstance is an opportunity to build the Kingdom. Today, Chris shares how he found Christ as a young man, sensed the Lord's presence during one of the most difficult moments in his life, and the questions he asked when tragedy struck his family. He also shares how suffering catapulted him to a place of service and led to creating the men's community, The Lion Within Us. Chris' story reminds us that even in our darkest moments, the Lord is with us. Listen to Chris' story in your favorite podcast app now! Stories Chris shared: Creating a ministry for men Growing up in Virginia in the countryside Started going to church because his girlfriend went to church Giving his life to Christ at 16 Going to college at Old Dominion University and spending a lot of time at the bar Feeling resistant to God as he got into adulthood Believing his life was good before his wife left him The eerie silence that told him he needed people Having his Bible at the custody hearing open to James 1 to help him Beginning to serve others at his church How courting his wife helped him grow Wanting to have children Having a stillborn child and how it challenged him to run to God The additional tragedies that came in a short period Feeling angry at God and how he handled it The emotional intimacy found through struggling with grief Starting a podcast for his company Starting The Lion Within Us as a membership for men Helping men go from lost and along to connected Great quotes from Chris: Anytime we say “I got this” is a moment we are about to be humbled. Most men's ministry sucks. What you're really craving in your relationship with your spouse is intimacy. Resources we mentioned: Chris's website Related episodes: Jerry Dugan and Becoming A New Man Nicole Jacobsmeyer and Joy After Suffering Jon Fugler and Ditching Performance Christianity The post Christopher Grainger and Growing Through Trials appeared first on Eric Nevins.

Chris Grainger is the founder of The Lion Within Us and has a passion for serving others. He is building a community that provides Christian men encouragement to become the leaders God intends them to be. Chris connects with others by sharing personal stories of professional success, hurdles encountered and how every circumstance is an […] The post Christopher Grainger and Growing Through Trials appeared first on Eric Nevins.

Melony Brown Author, speaker, and host of the Challenges Won't Stop Me podcast. Today, Melony shares about the neurological condition she's had since she was two years old, how living with her condition changed her relationship to the Lord, and the peace she felt leading up to brain surgery. We also talk about the mindset she developed that allowed her to overcome the challenges she faced and help her students as a result. Melony's story reminds us that two things can be true at the same time: suffering is difficult and the Lord is present within them. Listen to Melony's story in your favorite podcast app now! Stories Melony shared: Growing up in Atlanta, Georgia Having a stroke at the age of 2 and the health challenges that ensued Her family's reaction to the stroke and the mindset they instilled in her The family's sudden decision to return to church Mom's visit to find a church while she was in college Meeting her husband at the first church she went to Learning to study the Bible Deciding to get baptized as a result of their studies Beginning to have migraines and questioning God The passage that helped her through a dark night Struggling with how much she wasn't able to accomplish Learning the value of relying on others Beginning to have mini-strokes and struggling with other issues Getting a diagnosis and having neurosurgery The peace that she felt leading up to the surgery The mindset you need to overcome challenges Knowing that God will empower you to meet the challenges you face Great quotes from Melony: It's hard to pray when it feels like your head is in a vice. I am glad to have gone through the challenges that I did. We're facing challenges all the time and we have to have the right mindset. Trusting God as your navigator takes a lot of pressures off you. Resources we mentioned: Melony's website Challenges Won't Stop Me: An Interactive Survival Guide for Overcoming & Thriving (Journey On!) by Melony Brown The Journey On quiz Related episodes: Alicia Michelle and the Renewing of Your Mind Jesse Eubanks and Relationships in the Enneagram Dr. Amy Sherman and The God of Shalom The post Melony Brown and Empowered to Meet the Challenge appeared first on Eric Nevins.

Melony Brown Author, speaker, and host of the Challenges Won’t Stop Me podcast. Today, Melony shares about the neurological condition she’s had since she was two years old, how living with her condition changed her relationship to the Lord, and the peace she felt leading up to brain surgery. We also talk about the mindset […] The post Melony Brown and Empowered to Meet the Challenge appeared first on Eric Nevins.

Alex Sezer is helping other do business better by transforming their culture. Always a high achiever, Alex led the Texas A&M football team as captain and scaled multiple business in his 20s. Today, Alex shares how he learned the value of hard work, his calling to preach, and the season of doubting his faith that helped shape him along the way. Ales also shares how he knew it was time to leave his fancy job and start something new which is a fascinating look inside his experience. Then, we talk about how to create a culture wherever you find yourself.  Alex's story reminds us that culture is what we create through our treatement of other. Listen to Alex's story in your favorite podcast app now! Stories Alex shared: Growing up in Orange, TX in a pastor's family How the Lord came through to get a scholarship to play football How his grandfather and father influenced him Giving his life to Christ at 13 Falling in love with the Lord and reading the Bible voraciously Studying preachers like Dr. Tony Evans and H.B. Charles Jr. Getting involved in apologetics in college What God showed him through apologetics Getting into the SEC to play football Learning the value of hard work Going to work for a consulting firm Deciding to get into real estate How God speaks to him and how he knew it was time to leave his job Questioning his foundation How to build a positive culture Great quotes from Alex: It's hard when you feel it but nothing in your world looks like it. Everything we are blessed to steward should be If Jesus was here in the flesh, he'd probably be a content creator. Resources we mentioned: Alex's website On Preaching: Personal & Pastoral Insights for the Preparation & Practice of Preaching by H.B. Charles Jr. Related episodes: Os Guinness and Carpe Diem Redeemed Chris Staron Calls for Truce to the Culture War Felicia Song and Digital Discipleship The post Alex Sezer and Creating Culture appeared first on Eric Nevins.

Alex Sezer is helping other do business better by transforming their culture. Always a high achiever, Alex led the Texas A&M football team as captain and scaled multiple business in his 20s. Today, Alex shares how he learned the value of hard work, his calling to preach, and the season of doubting his faith that […] The post Alex Sezer and Creating Culture appeared first on Eric Nevins.

Julia Gentry is the Founder of The Dream Factory and Co & author of a best-selling book in Christian Leadership, Dream-I Dare You. Today, Julia shares about how her mom's faith influenced her, the dream that moved her to action, and the beliefs she had to let go in order to embrace the life God had for her. Julia also shares how failure builds endurance and why it was a leap of faith to write her own book. Julia's story reminds us that God's dreams for us are bigger than we could imagine if we'll listen. Listen to Julia's story wherever you get your podcasts! Stories Julia shared: The work she does with The Dream Factory Yearning for something more in her mid-life awakening Growing up in Denver, CO in a Christian family Knowing God at a head level Realizing that God was inviting her to something deeper The dream she had that moved her to action What she had to unlearn in order to grow The moment that she learned her parents were getting divorced as a child and the ramifications for her beliefs The core desire to control her life and be perfect Building endurance through failure The lanes of belief and how you can stay in the right one Great quotes from Julia: Growth is about unlearning what we think we know that isn't so. He will blow our minds in order to get to our hearts. The hard is designed to be a blessing in our lives. We want the dream. God wants our hearts. The in-between is not designed to break you; it's designed to make you. Resources we mentioned: Julia's website Dream – I Dare You: A Wake-Up Call to Greater Alignment in Your Faith, Family, Career, and Community by Julia Gentry Related episodes: Bill Brown and Waiting on the Lord Kate Berkey and The Humility of Honor Ryan George and Living with Courage The post Julia Gentry the Freedom of Dreaming appeared first on Eric Nevins.

Julia Gentry is the Founder of The Dream Factory and Co & author of a best-selling book in Christian Leadership, Dream-I Dare You. Today, Julia shares about how her mom’s faith influenced her, the dream that moved her to action, and the beliefs she had to let go in order to embrace the life God […] The post Julia Gentry the Freedom of Dreaming appeared first on Eric Nevins.

Bob Wheatley is a bestselling author, podcaster, and former professional athlete. He serves as a co-host of That Singles' Show a singles ministry sponsored by KCBI Radio in Dallas and his work has been featured on nationally syndicated radio outlets like WAY-FM and THE FISH. After graduating from the University of Southern California, Bob played four years of professional baseball in the Toronto Blue Jays' and St. Louis Cardinals' minor league systems. Today, Bob shares the focus he had to have to become a professional athlete, knowing the right things to say and do, and the moment when the Gospel got ahold of his heart. Bob's story reminds us that conviction of sin is part of the process when living life with the Lord. Listen to Bob's story in your favorite podcast app today! Stories Bob shared: Moving to Nashville, Tennessee Growing up in California in a Christian family Getting baptized because it was just time Feeling that God was an umpire in the sky who will make you follow the rules Learning to follow God's will Feeling conviction of sin and giving his life to Christ Watching everything he dreamed of get taken away Deciding to move to Nashville and finding godly men Reading the Bible cover to cover in 2018 Deciding to become an author Why we love to cheer for the hero in a story How the stories we tell ourselves expand Great quotes from Bob: I know there's more but back then, I didn't know. It was casual Christianity; it wasn't a relationship. My heart was not ignited until I was 25 and it didn't happen until I was convicted of sin. Resources we mentioned: Bob's website Our Heart's Desire: How Our Stories Reveal the Thing We Want Most by Bob Wheatley Related episodes: Karen Swallow Prior and the Spiritual Practice of Reading Fiction Andrew Klavan and The Truth and Beauty Tim Morris and How Your Heart's Desire Unlocks Your Purpose The post Bob Wheatley and The Moment of Conviction appeared first on Eric Nevins.

Bob Wheatley is a bestselling author, podcaster, and former professional athlete. He serves as a co-host of That Singles' Show--a singles ministry sponsored by KCBI Radio in Dallas--and his work has been featured on nationally syndicated radio outlets like WAY-FM and THE FISH. After graduating from the University of Southern California, Bob played four years […] The post Bob Wheatley and The Moment of Conviction appeared first on Eric Nevins.

Eric Nevins is the founder of Christian Podcasters Association, where he serves a community of thousands of podcasters from around the world, assisting them to build and grow their podcasts. He hosts his own successful, long running podcast, Halfway There. He holds a degree in Biblical Studies and a Master of Divinity, with an emphasis in spiritual formation.   Weblinks Eric Nevins'Website Halfway There Facebook Instagram Twitter

Lisa Woolery is a mom, author, and widow. Today, Lisa shares how her life changed when her husband died and the spiritual journey she took as a widow. She tells us the story of finding faith as a teenager, meeting her husband in high school, putting her faith on hiatus and living the “good life,” and how adopting children changed all that. Then, Lisa relays how the Lord was with her through the valley of the shadow of death even when she was mad at him. It took small steps of faith and courage to find herself and her faith again. Lisa's story reminds us that the Lord cares about the widow and so should we. Listen to Lisa's story in your favorite podcast app now! Stories Lisa shared: Growing up in a Christian family in Southern California The moment in 4th grade when she gave her life to Christ The mentor who helped her learn to read the Bible and pray Meeting her husband at youth group for the first time Becoming a teacher at a Lutheran school and struggling Leaving church and going into public relations How her faith went on hiatus for a season Waiting for children and praying for them Adopting children and the weird things people say How the Lord feels about us as his kids How marriage changed and got harder after adopting children Deciding to grow together and do things that enhanced their faith Moving to get stress out of their lives How her husband passed away and how it changed her life Taking care of her kids and the experience of grief A season of being mad at God Realizing that she could walk through the valley of the shadow of death Learning how to be her own person What she's learned about herself through this process Great quotes from Lisa: I've never had a problem trusting God. I decided not to do the why and to do the acceptance instead. I realized that my acceptance was actually submission. Resources we mentioned: Lisa's website Lisa's Instagram Related episodes: Harriet Miller and A Fierce Faith Tricia Lott Williford and How God Works in the Waiting Lisa Appelo and The Lord's Mercy The post Lisa Woolery and The Widow and the Orphan appeared first on Eric Nevins.

Lisa Woolery is a mom, author, and widow. Today, Lisa shares how her life changed when her husband died and the spiritual journey she took as a widow. She tells us the story of finding faith as a teenager, meeting her husband in high school, putting her faith on hiatus and living the “good life,” […] The post Lisa Woolery and The Widow and the Orphan appeared first on Eric Nevins.

Thom S. Rainer is the founder and CEO of Church Answers. With nearly forty years of ministry experience, Thom has spent a lifetime committed to the growth and health of the local church and its leaders. He has been a pastor of four churches and interim pastor of ten churches He is the author of numerous books, including I Am a Christian and I Believe. Today, Thom shares how he ended up in ministry instead of banking, the difficulty of losing his father, and his thoughts on the changing nature of the American church. He reveals what he's seeing as churches struggle to come back from the pandemic and the problems pastors are asking to be solved. Thom has been steeped in American Evangelical churches for decades and has a finger on the pulse of the local church. His story reminds us that the local church is still a vital institution for growing in Christ. Listen to Thom's story in your favorite podcast app now! Stories Thom shared: Hearing the Gospel from his high school football coach Why it took a couple of days for him to become a Christian Dropping out of church almost immediately Deciding to get closer to Christ when he started dating his wife Going into banking when they got married and getting immersed in church Watching a five year old die and how that led him to a sense of calling Losing his father and how that became a dark night of the soul Becoming the CEO of Lifeway and how that affected him The issue of glass houses for people in the pastorate Why he started Church Answers How churches can get healthier Whether the digital church counts as “being in church” The problem with “consumer Christianity” The issue of expectation in churches Great quotes from Thom: I was probably my pastor's both best and worst church members. One of the surprises since Covid is that digital attendance has fallen off the cliff. With expectation should come equipping and empowering. Resources we mentioned: Thom's website for Church Answers I Believe: A Concise Guide to the Essentials of the Christian Faith by Thomas S. Rainer I Am A Church Member by Thomas S. Rainer Church Equip Related episodes: Jonathan Carone and Unlearning and Relearning Michelle Ferrigno Warren and Life on the Jericho Road Loren Hicks and the Practice of Discipleship The post Thom S. Rainer and The Changing American Church appeared first on Eric Nevins.

Thom S. Rainer is the founder and CEO of Church Answers. With nearly forty years of ministry experience, Thom has spent a lifetime committed to the growth and health of the local church and its leaders. He has been a pastor of four churches and interim pastor of ten churches He is the author of […] The post Thom S. Rainer and The Changing American Church appeared first on Eric Nevins.

Becky Castle Miller is a PhD student in New Testament at Wheaton College with Esau McCaulley, researching emotions in the Gospel of Luke. She did her master's thesis on emotions and discipleship under Scot McKnight. She writes and speaks on emotional, mental, and spiritual health in the church. She and her husband and their five kids and cat returned to the US in 2020 after living in the Netherlands for eight years, where she served as a discipleship director at an international church. Today, Becky shares about growing up homeschooled, the moment God loved her and the belief she had to let go of, and some practices to try when church gets difficult. Plus, she encourages you to learn and understand your emotions because Jesus cares about them, too. Listen to Becky's story in your favorite podcast app now! Stories Becky shared: Moving back to the US during the pandemic Studying emotions in the Gospel of Luke Tracing the history of teaching on emotions in the American church Growing up as a military kid all over Being homeschooled using Abeka curriculum Forcing herself into the box of American fundamentalist Christianity Realizing that she believed God loved her less because she was a woman Experiencing an emotional breakdown and what she learned about herself Practices for interacting with the Bible Talking out  her ideas in real time Discovering church icons and why they are valuable Great quotes from Becky: If we're suffering under legalism, that's not an easy yoke. I had to face the fact that I had believed that God loved me less because I was female. When Scriptures are used against you, it is hard to read the Bible. Retraumatizing yourself is really unhealthy. Resources we mentioned: Becky's Substack Becky's Instagram The Blue Parakeet, 2nd Edition: Rethinking How You Read the Bible by Scot McKnight A Year of Biblical Womanhood: How a Liberated Woman Found Herself Sitting on Her Roof, Covering Her Head, and Calling Her Husband ‘Master' by Rachel Held Evans Jesus Feminist: An Invitation to Revisit the Bible's View of Women by Sarah Bessey The Wisdom of Your Heart by Marc Alan Schelske Truce Podcast by Chris Staron Creating Space for God by Jodi Niznik Related episodes: Noble Gibbens and Emotional Healing for Growth Marc Alan Schelske and The Wisdom of Your Heart Tim Morris and Why Your Heart Matters The post Becky Castle Miller and Trusting Your Emotions appeared first on Eric Nevins.

Becky Castle Miller is a PhD student in New Testament at Wheaton College with Esau McCaulley, researching emotions in the Gospel of Luke. She did her master’s thesis on emotions and discipleship under Scot McKnight. She writes and speaks on emotional, mental, and spiritual health in the church. She and her husband and their five […] The post Becky Castle Miller and Trusting Your Emotions appeared first on Eric Nevins.

Kent Sanders is a ghostwriter who helps leaders grow their impact and influence through books and other content. He is the host of the Daily Writer podcast and the founder of the Daily Writer Club, a membership community that helps writers build a business with their skills. Today, Kent shares how his faith was shaped by spending time in Ukraine, the season of doubt and searching he had while pastoring others, and how learning about the history of worship shaped him. Then, Kent tells us how he ended up as a creative and writer including the work he does today to support writers. Kent's story reminds us that while the Lord provides at every step, some of where they lead will surprise you. Listen to Kent's story in your favorite podcast app now! Stories Kent shared: Growing up in Missouri in the woods Going to church with his mom as a kid Participating in Bible Bowl Giving his life to Christ as a middle schooler Travelling with a music team in college Spending the summer in Ukraine Coming back to the United States and realizing the complacency of the culture Feeling a strong pull to vocational ministry Struggling with his faith in his late 20s What he learned about himself on the other side of his questions Teaching the history of worship and how it shaped him Experiencing different Christian traditions Discovering blogging and podcasting Beginning to write and get clients Leaving his professor job and starting his own business Why you should write a book Great quotes from Kent: As a kid, you don't appreciate the sacrifices adults make for you. The more challenges you have the more opportunities  you have to grow. I was starving for beauty but didn't know it until I experienced it. Resources we mentioned: Kent's website The Daily Writer website The Case for a Creator: A Journalist Investigates Scientific Evidence That Points Toward God by Lee Strobel The Faith of Elvis by Billy Stanley, Kent Sanders Related episodes: Sarah Geringer and Transforming Your Thought Life Gregory Gillam and The Road of Healing Jon Fugler and Ditching Performance Christianity Andrew Klavan and The Truth and Beauty The post Kent Sanders and The Beauty of the Written Word appeared first on Eric Nevins.

Kent Sanders is a ghostwriter who helps leaders grow their impact and influence through books and other content. He is the host of the Daily Writer podcast and the founder of the Daily Writer Club, a membership community that helps writers build a business with their skills. Today, Kent shares how his faith was shaped […] The post Kent Sanders and The Beauty of the Written Word appeared first on Eric Nevins.

It may sound overly dramatic, but podcasting has changed my life. I've interviewed hundreds of people and benefited from the amazing connections and opportunities you get when you host your own podcast. That's why I'm thrilled to share this conversation with my friend Eric Nevins. He is the founder of the Christian Podcasters Association and host of two podcasts, Halfway There and The Christian Podcaster. He also leads the fantastic free Facebook group for the Christian Podcasters Association. Eric is a bona-fide podcasting expert who has not only been doing it successfully for a long time—he also spends much of his time serving others who want to start or grow their own shows. As you listen in to this conversation, you'll learn about the benefits of having a podcast, how to choose the right format for your show, what equipment to use to get started, and how to conduct a great interview. Eric also gives suggestions for being a great podcast guest. If you're a person of faith and would like to learn more about podcasting, you can find Eric at https://christianpodcastersassociation and https://ericnevins.com.

It may sound overly dramatic, but podcasting has changed my life. I've interviewed hundreds of people and benefited from the amazing connections and opportunities you get when you host your own podcast. That's why I'm thrilled to share this conversation with my friend Eric Nevins. He is the founder of the Christian Podcasters Association and host of two podcasts, Halfway There and The Christian Podcaster. He also leads the fantastic free Facebook group for the Christian Podcasters Association. Eric is a bona-fide podcasting expert who has not only been doing it successfully for a long time—he also spends much of his time serving others who want to start or grow their own shows. As you listen in to this conversation, you'll learn about the benefits of having a podcast, how to choose the right format for your show, what equipment to use to get started, and how to conduct a great interview. Eric also gives suggestions for being a great podcast guest. If you're a person of faith and would like to learn more about podcasting, you can find Eric at https://christianpodcastersassociation and https://ericnevins.com.

Christy Boulware suffered a nervous breakdown caused by severe panic and anxiety disorder in 2011. Today, Christy shares the story of her first panic attack sitting on a beach when everything should have been fine. Then, the anxiety got worse and changed her life. Christy tells us bout her holistic approach to healing, the passages of Scripture that helped her, and the moment she understood God's love for her for the first time. Plus, we discuss what you can do to redefine success and pay attention to your body and heart when you need to. Christy's story reminds us that while we may have anxiety, fear does not equal a lack of faith and God is still with us. Listen to Christy's story in your favorite podcast app now! Stories Christy shared: Growing up in Missouri in a Catholic family Getting into life as an achiever Having an anxiety attack on the beach Getting checked out for serious health issues and being diagnosed with anxiety The science behind stress and anxiety Experiencing back to back panic attacks for three weeks Contemplating suicide because of the darkness she was experiencing Praying with her husband for the first time Her holistic approach to get back to normal The passage of Scripture that helped her Understanding God's love for the first time Learning that her identity was shaped by her understanding of God's character Redefining success as faithfulness to the Lord Practices that help you navigate anxiety Paying attention to your body to avoid anxiety Why fear does not equal a lack of faith Great quotes from Christy: Surrender is a daily choice. When fear is operating, love can't freely flow. Fear is an indicator not a dictator. Anxiety will isolate you more if you are not vulnerable about it. Resources we mentioned: Christy's website Nervous Breakthrough: Finding Freedom from Fear and Anxiety in a World the Feeds It by Christy Boulware Related episodes: Alicia Michelle and the Renewing of Your Mind Ryan George and Living with Courage Sarah Geringer and Transforming Your Thought Life Marc Schelske and The Wisdom of Your Heart The post Christy Boulware and Love That Casts Out Fear appeared first on Eric Nevins.

Christy Boulware suffered a nervous breakdown caused by severe panic and anxiety disorder in 2011. Today, Christy shares the story of her first panic attack sitting on a beach when everything should have been fine. Then, the anxiety got worse and changed her life. Christy tells us bout her holistic approach to healing, the passages […] The post Christy Boulware and Love That Casts Out Fear appeared first on Eric Nevins.

Collin Hansen serves as vice president for content and editor in chief of The Gospel Coalition, as well as executive director of The Keller Center for Cultural Apologetics. His new book is a biography of Tim Keller titled, Timothy Keller: His Spiritual and Intellectual Formation. Today, Collin shares how studying theology shaped him, his grief at sin and struggle to grow, and the consolation of knowing Jesus as a friend. We also talk about his friend and mentor Tim Keller including his influences from a variety of traditions and writers. Learning from across Christianity's traditions helps us grow to be more well-rounded, empathetic, and joyful. Collin's story shows us that follow the steps of the greats of the faith leads to our growth, too. Stories Collin shared: Growing up in South Dakota in a Methodist family The revival that changed his life Being thrust into leadership in youth group Going to college at Northwestern University and the Trinity Evangelical Divinity School The theological development of seeing Christ in the Old Testament Pursuing rhythms and patterns of behavior for transformation How his perspective changed after conversion Experiencing grief at his own sin and trying to understand why nothing changes Going to therapy and how that helped him Jesus as a friend and the disciples Writing as part of his life as long as he can remember Getting to know Tim Keller through the Gospel Coalition Why he decided to write a book about Tim Keller's spiritual formation Why it's important to learn from diverse sources A Kingdom of God view of suffering in this life Great quotes from Collin: Unless I've tasted His goodness for myself, then clearly something has not happened. None of us has a friend like Jesus. If it's not a faith that I'm willing to lose my life over, it can't be the faith that's in the Bible. We're more likely to see blind spots today if we're learning from a hundred people than if we're learning from two people from a specific era. Resources we mentioned: Collin's profile  Timothy Keller: His Spiritual and Intellectual Formation by Collin Hansen A God-Sized Vision: Revival Stories that Stretch and Stir by Collin Hansen and John Woodbridge Related episodes: Marc Schelske and the Wisdom of Your Heart Phileena Heuertz and Christian Contemplation Tim Morris and How Your Heart's Desire Unlocks Your Purpose The post Collin Hansen and A Library of Influences appeared first on Eric Nevins.

Collin Hansen serves as vice president for content and editor in chief of The Gospel Coalition, as well as executive director of The Keller Center for Cultural Apologetics. His new book is a biography of Tim Keller titled, Timothy Keller: His Spiritual and Intellectual Formation. Today, Collin shares how studying theology shaped him, his grief at sin and […] The post Collin Hansen and A Library of Influences appeared first on Eric Nevins.

Dr. Amy Sherman directs the Center on Faith in Communities at the Sagamore Institute. She's the author of seven books, most recently, Agents of Flourishing: Pursuing Shalom in Every Corner of Society. Today, Amy shares how her diverse denominational background shaped her worldview, what she learned from health challenges that have affected her productiving, and what we need to know about shalom and human flourishing. The Kingdom of God that Jesus taught and brought has room for every human being to thrive with the Lord and we get to participate in it's unfolding. Amy's story reminds us how that works and encourages us to show up and pursue a life of flourishing. Listen to Amy's story now! Stories Amy shared: Working as a minister to ministries at the Sagamore Institute Why she wrote Agents of Flourishing Growing up near Buffalo, NY in a liberal Methodist church Learning about the social Gospel in her church growing up Finding Christ and being discipled by a young family in a charismatic church Going to Messiah College and discovering Christians like C.S. Lewis and Francis Schaeffer Working at a think tank with George Waggle Deciding to get her PhD at University of Virginia Working at her church as director of ministries Experiencing chronic pain since a bad accident Health challenges that have limited her productivity Reading a devotional during a season struggling with lyme disease Reframing productivity as fruitfulness How flourishing and shalom are beyond circumstances Believing that God desires your flourishing Great quotes from Amy: Flourishing involves resting. The biblical concept of flourishing is not contingent on circumstances. Shalom is the world as God wants it to be. God desires your flourishing. Resources we mentioned: Amy's website at Sagamore Institute Agents of Flourishing: Pursuing Shalom in Every Corner of Society by Dr. Amy Sherman Kingdom Calling: Vocational Stewardship for the Common Good by Dr. Amy Sherman The God Who Is There by Francis Schaeffer When Helping Hurts: How to Alleviate Poverty Without Hurting the Poor…and Yourself by Steve Corbett and Brian Fikkert Related episodes: Amber Cullum and the Journey to Grace Peter Englert and Digital Ministry and Discipleship Lori Ann Wood and Questions in the Silence The post Dr. Amy Sherman and The God of Shalom appeared first on Eric Nevins.