Podcasts about Ordinary Heroes

Send a textGet ready to do history! Karen Johnson takes Markus and Antwuan beyond the compilation of names and dates to examine how history is created. In her book Ordinary Heroes of Racial Justice: A History of Christians in Action, Karen presents four case studies that help readers understand race dynamics in the United States. Through the exploration of racial justice in the United States, Karen helps us understand the significance of history, its impact on our current times, and provides inspiration for living out faith and justice. _____________________________Podcast Subscription LinksApple Podcast: coloredcommentary.com/appleSpotify: coloredcommentary.com/spotifyGoogle Podcasts: coloredcommentary.com/googleStitcher: coloredcommentary.com/stitcherIHeart Radio: coloredcommentary.com/iheartradio

Joseph Plumb Martin reveals the brutal reality behind the American Revolution and the true price of liberty. Discover how an ordinary teenage soldier endured starvation, freezing winters, and battlefield chaos to help secure American independence. The American Revolution is often told through the stories of famous founders and celebrated generals, but the survival of the new nation depended on thousands of ordinary soldiers who endured unimaginable hardship. This episode of America's Founding Series explores the life of Joseph Plumb Martin, a teenage Continental Army soldier whose firsthand account exposes the hunger, sacrifice, and perseverance that ultimately secured American liberty. His story serves as a powerful reminder that freedom was not granted by speeches or declarations but earned through years of suffering and unwavering commitment. What You'll Learn How Joseph Plumb Martin enlisted at just sixteen and spent seven grueling years in the Continental Army The harsh realities of Revolutionary War camps including starvation, firecakes, and boiling leather to survive Why the brutal winter at Morristown nearly destroyed Washington's army The chaos and extreme heat of the Battle of Monmouth and the legendary moment that inspired Molly Pitcher Why Martin's memoir stands as one of the most powerful firsthand accounts of the American Revolution This episode reveals the forgotten story of the ordinary soldier whose endurance made American independence possible and challenges listeners to reconsider the true cost of liberty.

“Can you have reconciliation in the present if you are not acknowledging what has happened in the past?” — Dr. Karen J. Johnson Historian and professor Karen J. Johnson joins us on the podcast to discuss how the practice of history draws us forth into courage and action. How can the study of history teach us to grow in our skills of courage and hope? Historian and professor Karen J. Johnson joins us on the podcast to discuss her recent book Ordinary Heroes of Racial Justice: A History of Christians in Action. Karen's calling as a history professor shines through as she teaches us about the tools of doing history and how this work can inform our everyday lives. Karen shares her thoughts on the way history can impact on our experience of faith, which we see firsthand through Karen's own integration of scholarship and faith. Her book highlights four important stories of racial justice work in 20th century America, and Karen draws out some lessons from these stories that we can take along with us. In addition — I'm pleased to tell you that InterVarsity Press is offering a discount on Ordinary Heroes of Racial Justice for listeners of this podcast. Just use the code IVPWSAP25 for 25% off and free shipping when you purchase the book at ivpress.com. You can find a link to the book and the discount code in the show notes. And if you listen to the end of the credits you'll hear an excerpt from our conversation where Karen offers her thoughts on not waiting for the perfect time to have kids. So jump right in! We're so glad you're here. — Ann Boyd For show notes or more information please visit our article at The Well. If you'd like to support the work of InterVarsity's Women Scholars and Professionals, including future podcasts such as this episode, you can do so at givetoiv.org/wsap. Thank you for listening!

In this episode, Krista Bontrager interviews three ordinary moms who stepped up with basic apologetics training to equip families and defend the faith: Jen Beitel started a local family ministry (U.N.I.T.E.D.), Alicia Moss teaches women in her church on cultural issues, and Michelle Lazor curates wholesome, worldview-aligned books through her online book club, Mud Hen Mama. This is an inspiring look at how everyday believers—no PhDs required—are making a real difference for the Kingdom of God.

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 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 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 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 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”"

Ordinary Heroes

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

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