Podcasts about Ordinary Heroes

Is our gospel big enough to handle race? In this episode of the Culture, Faith, and Politics podcast, Pat Kahnke sits down with Dr. Karen Johnson, historian and professor at Wheaton College, to talk about her new book, Ordinary Heroes of Racial Justice. Dr. Johnson's scholarship explores how Christians have both shaped and resisted racial injustice in America. Together, we unpack stories of ordinary believers who stood against systemic racism, examine how evangelicals often struggle to see structures and systems, and wrestle with the question of whether personal salvation alone can carry the weight of Jesus' gospel of the kingdom. Along the way, we explore topics like: Why many white evangelicals reduce racism to individual prejudice while Black evangelicals emphasize systems. How redlining and housing policies continue to shape American life. The fractured history of the “social gospel” vs. “personal salvation” — and why the Bible won't let us separate justice from righteousness. What it means to “do history” with love, humility, and awe. This is a conversation for anyone wondering how faith intersects with race, justice, and American history — and for those tired of being told that seeking justice means you've sacrificed the gospel.

from John 4:1-30, 39-42 Paul Tripp says, “the Bible isn't a book of heroes. No, it's the story of One Hero. Everyone else was flawed and needy, only made usable and strong by the grace and power of God.” For these nine weeks we will be invited into the lives of those, who by grace … Continue reading "(August 10, 2025) “Ordinary Heroes: The Woman at the Well”"

from John 4:1-30, 39-42 w/ Patti Connelly

from Acts 4:36-37 Paul Tripp says, “the Bible isn't a book of heroes. No, it's the story of One Hero. Everyone else was flawed and needy, only made usable and strong by the grace and power of God.” For these nine weeks we will be invited into the lives of those, who by grace and … Continue reading "(August 3, 2025) “Ordinary Heroes: Barnabas”"

from Acts 4:36-37 w/ Ed Glaize

from Acts 16:11-15 Paul Tripp says, “the Bible isn't a book of heroes. No, it's the story of One Hero. Everyone else was flawed and needy, only made usable and strong by the grace and power of God.” For these nine weeks we will be invited into the lives of those, who by grace and … Continue reading "(July 27, 2025) “Ordinary Heroes: Lydia”"

from Acts 16:11-15 w/ Ed Glaize

from John 1:35-42 Paul Tripp says, “the Bible isn't a book of heroes. No, it's the story of One Hero. Everyone else was flawed and needy, only made usable and strong by the grace and power of God.” For these nine weeks we will be invited into the lives of those, who by grace and … Continue reading "(July 20, 2025) “Ordinary Heroes: Andrew”"

from John 1:35-42 w/ Patti Connelly

from 1 Samuel 20:12-17 Paul Tripp says, “the Bible isn't a book of heroes. No, it's the story of One Hero. Everyone else was flawed and needy, only made usable and strong by the grace and power of God.” For these nine weeks we will be invited into the lives of those, who by grace … Continue reading "(July 13, 2025) “Ordinary Heroes: Jonathan”"

In this episode, Dr. David Jeremiah shares encouragement that God can use you no matter your past. Explore how Hebrews 11 reveals God's power to work through anyone willing to trust Him. Donate here to support outreaches that are sharing the truth about Jesus to Canada! Visit our website to discover new resources that will help you grow closer to Jesus every day. Connect with us on social media: YouTube | Instagram | Facebook | TikTok Follow Dr. David Jeremiah: Facebook | Instagram | Podcast | YouTube

from Esther 4:9-17 w/ Ed Glaize

from Esther 4:9-17 Paul Tripp says, “the Bible isn't a book of heroes. No, it's the story of One Hero. Everyone else was flawed and needy, only made usable and strong by the grace and power of God.” For these nine weeks we will be invited into the lives of those, who by grace and … Continue reading "(July 6, 2025) “Ordinary Heroes: Esther”"

from Ruth 1:15-17 Paul Tripp says, “the Bible isn't a book of heroes. No, it's the story of One Hero. Everyone else was flawed and needy, only made usable and strong by the grace and power of God.” For these nine weeks we will be invited into the lives of those, who by grace and … Continue reading "(June 22, 2025) “Ordinary Heroes: Ruth”"

from Judges 6:11-18 Paul Tripp says, “the Bible isn't a book of heroes. No, it's the story of One Hero. Everyone else was flawed and needy, only made usable and strong by the grace and power of God.” For these nine weeks we will be invited into the lives of those, who by grace and … Continue reading "(June 29, 2025) “Ordinary Heroes: Gideon”"

from Ruth 1:15-17 w/ David Winkler

from Matthew 1:18-25 Paul Tripp says, “the Bible isn’t a book of heroes. No, it’s the story of One Hero. Everyone else was flawed and needy, only made usable and strong by the grace and power of God.” For these nine weeks we will be invited into the lives of those, who by grace and … Continue reading "(June 15, 2025) “Ordinary Heroes: Joseph”"

from Matthew 1:18-25 w/ Patti Connelly

Every single member of God's kingdom is a prized recruit.

This week we're going back to the Enterprise.ing archives and re-airing episode number 36, “John O'Leary on Celebrating ‘Ordinary Heroes'”. John's incredible story is being made into a movie and in anticipation of its release this fall, we wanted to share this special episode again. “But you don't need to meet your heroes to be moved by them. And our whole work today, if I can try to condense it, is not so much to say, "Hey, people rise, come on, rise people." It's really to say, "Rise in order to elevate others."” The views expressed by Enterprise.ing® presenters or guests are those of the presenter or guest and not, necessarily, of Enterprise Bank & Trust or its affiliates. All content, related materials and third party website links are for informational purposes only and do not constitute an endorsement by Enterprise Bank & Trust. Enterprise Bank & Trust does not make any warranty, express or implied, including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, and specifically disclaims any legal liability or responsibility for accuracy, completeness or usefulness of any information presented. Enterprise Bank & Trust is not under any obligation to update or correct any materials or content provided in connection with this podcast. All statements and opinions are subject to change without notice. ©2024 Enterprise Bank & Trust. All Rights Reserved.

In this powerful narrative from the Bible, the story of David, Nabal, and Abigail offers profound insights into finding true satisfaction in our fast-paced and overwhelming lives. David, anointed to be the next king of Israel, was on the run and in dire need of provisions. When he sought help from Nabal, a wealthy but foolish man, he was met with insults and rejection. This pushed David to the brink of taking violent revenge. However, Abigail, Nabal's wise and humble wife, intervened by offering peace and provisions, reminding David of God's protection and his dependence on God. Abigail's actions point us towards Jesus, who offers true peace and satisfaction. This story challenges us to examine what we are feeding our hearts and to seek lasting fulfillment in Jesus rather than temporary fixes. By practicing peace, humility, and dependence on Him, we can transform our hearts and find true satisfaction. Follow and subscribe to stay updated with our latest content: Youtube  | Facebook | Instagram | Central Wired Website

Jake continues our series "Ordinary Heroes" (September 15, 2024). Follow and subscribe to stay updated with our latest content: Central Wired Website | Facebook | Instagram

Jake continues our series "Ordinary Heroes" (September 8, 2024). Follow and subscribe to stay updated with our latest content: Central Wired Website | Facebook | Instagram

Jake continues our series "Ordinary Heroes" (September 1, 2024). Follow and subscribe to stay updated with our latest content: Central Wired Website | Facebook | Instagram