Podcasts about Philip Yancey

“Hope is believing in advance what can only be understood in reverse.”These words have been the rally cry of my soul for over a decade now, but I didn't come up with them myself. Philip Yancey did. This gentle, thoughtful writer has spent his career exploring the topic of suffering which, as you can imagine, has meant so much to me. Today I have the honor of sitting down with Philip to talk about some things that we can't understand today, but trust we'll understand some day. (Like his recent Parkinson's diagnosis.)This hour with Philip filled my soul, and I think it'll do the same for you. Here's what you can expect if you join us in the conversation:Why pain is not the enemyThe most helpful definition of health I've heard yetWe can receive God's comfort, even when we don't understand HimStewarding the suffering we never wantedThe best thing we can be for God to use usIf you need a compassionate, encouraging voice speaking into your suffering—whatever it may be—then this episode is for you!Show Notes:Where Is God When It Hurts by Philip Yancey - https://a.co/d/6xf3QxVThe Gift of Pain: Why We Hurt and What We Can Do About It by Philip Yancey and Dr. Paul Brand - https://a.co/d/3GapVr9“Parkinson's—The Gift I Didn't Want” by Philip Yancey for Christianity Today - https://www.christianitytoday.com/2023/02/philip-yancey-ct-parkinsons-diagnosis-gift-i-didnt-want/How Should We Then Live?: The Rise and Decline of Western Thought and Culture by Francis A. Schaeffer - https://a.co/d/f5H3bxkWhere the Light Fell: A Memoir by Philip Yancey - https://a.co/d/47InSUWScriptures referenced in this episode:2 Corinthians 1:4Romans 8***There's so much more to the story. For more messages of hope, free resources, and opportunities to connect with me, visit https://hopeheals.com/katherine.Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hopeheals/⁠Subscribe to The GoodHard Story Podcast!Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/good-hard-story-podcast/id1496882479Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0OYz6G9Q2tNNVOX9YSdmFb?si=043bd6b10a664bebWant a little hope in your inbox? ⁠⁠Sign up for the Hope Note⁠⁠, our twice-a-month digest of only the good stuff, like reflections from Katherine and a curated digest of the Internet's most redemptive content: https://hopeheals.com/hopenoteGet to know us:⁠⁠Hope Heals⁠⁠: https://hopeheals.com/⁠⁠Hope Heals Camp⁠⁠: https://hopeheals.com/camp⁠⁠Mend Coffee⁠⁠: https://www.mendcoffee.org/Instagram⁠: https://www.instagram.com/hopeheals/

What if doubt isn't the enemy of faith but the beginning of deeper belief? On this episode of Being Human, Steve Cuss explores spiritual deconstruction and the way writers like Frederick Buechner and Madeleine L'Engle paved the way for honest, Christ-centered wrestling with belief. Sharing personal stories and biblical insight, Steve unpacks how anxiety, reactivity, and certainty can block spiritual growth—and how curiosity and vulnerability open the door to true connection with Jesus and others. If your faith is shifting, this episode offers clarity, hope, and a path toward deeper belief and renewal. Resources mentioned in this episode include: A conversation with Philip Yancey on faith and doubt Excerpts from the works of Frederick Buechner on faith despite doubt Madeleine L'Engle on those without doubt (video clip) Madeleine L'Engle on faith (video clip) The meaning of the disciples' doubt in Matthew 28:17 Jude 1:22 and what it means to have mercy on those who doubt  John 8 and lessons of the woman caught in adultery “Have Mercy on Those Who Doubt” by Jon Bloom Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

====================================================SUSCRIBETEhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNpffyr-7_zP1x1lS89ByaQ?sub_confirmation=1==================================================== DEVOCIÓN MATUTINA PARA ADULTOS 2025“CON JESÚS HOY”Narrado por: Exyomara AvilaDesde: Bogotá, ColombiaUna cortesía de DR'Ministries y Canaan Seventh-Day Adventist Church ===================|| www.drministries.org ||===================25 de AbrilRegeneración«Yo he venido para que tengan vida... » (Juan 10: 10).Hoy por fin me han quitado los puntos de una herida bastante fea que me hice en la pierna hace tres semanas. Es asombroso como las células de mi cuerpo, ya no tan joven como me gustaría, todavía permanecen activas a las órdenes de su ADN, o de como se llame el lugar de donde proceden esos misteriosos mecanismos que llevan a la reconstrucción de los tejidos dañados.En ese y en muchos otros aspectos, el cuerpo humano es para mí una interminable fuente de motivos de admiración. Pienso en el prodigioso funcionamiento del sistema nervioso, la maravillosa estructura de los huesos o el dinámico equilibrio de los músculos. Nuestro organismo es un incuestionable prodigio de diseño inteligente.El constante milagro de la regeneración de las células me impacta, y personalmente me dice, a su manera, que estamos hechos para vivir (ver el apasionante libro de Philip Yancey y el doctor Paul Brand, Fearfully and Wonderfully Made [Temerosa y maravillosamente diseñado], [Grand Rapids, Michigan: Zondervan, 1987]).En biología, se llama «regeneración» al proceso por el que, de manera natural y espontánea, el cuerpo recupera las estructuras y las funciones de los órganos o partes del cuerpo dañados. El proceso de regeneración es, pues, la capacidad que tienen en común prácticamente la mayoría de seres vivos para regenerar, unos más y otros menos, estructuras faltantes. La regeneración puede darse en las células, en ciertos tejidos, órganos o estructuras e incluso extremidades, como se puede observar en las salamandras, los cangrejos o las estrellas de mar.Es interesante que, para la plena regeneración de algunos miembros dañados, se pida al paciente que haga ejercicios de rehabilitación. Es decir, que para que esos mecanismos «divinos» funcionen plenamente, los afectados tenemos que hacer también nuestra parte. Un amigo fisioterapeuta me decía que la «diferencia entre una recuperación buena y otra excelente es un poco más de esfuerzo».En mi ministerio, y en mi experiencia personal, he constatado innumerables veces que, si este proceso de regeneración es efectivo a nivel físico, lo es todavía más a nivel moral y espiritual. Soy testigo de vidas echadas a perder que fueron recuperadas por el poder increíble de Dios a través de vivencias espirituales que convirtieron a seres aparentemente perdidos para la sociedad en seres nuevos.Teniendo todo esto en mente, hoy deseo hacer mía una oración que escuché de labios de uno de mis estudiantes más milagrosamente recuperados:«Señor, tú que me conoces bien por dentro y por fuera, quítame lo que me sobra y dame lo que me falta para crecer en ti». 

Philip Yancey shares how he came to faith in Jesus after a childhood of severe spiritual abuse, and seasons of spiritual deconstruction.Listen to the full episode here: SpotifyApple----------------------Do you ever struggle with how to share your faith with those who won't walk into a church?Ben has completely revised and updated his powerful book, Jesus in the Secular World: Reaching a Culture in Crisis—a must-read guide for anyone longing to reach those who may never step foot in a church. Packed with real-world insights and practical strategies, this book could be the breakthrough you've been searching for.Don't wait—get your copy today!Click HERE to check it out on Amazon.For more information go to: jesusinthesecularworld.com------------------------Questions, comments, or feedback? We'd love to hear what you think! Send them to provokeandinspire@steiger.org, or send us a message on Instagram.Click HERE to receive news, thought-provoking articles, and stories directly in your inbox from Ben, David, Luke, and Chad!Click below to follow the regulars on Instagram!Ben PierceDavid PierceChad JohnsonLuke GreenwoodSend us a text

Primera recomendación oficial en Club de Lectura, y el libro que va a orientar nuestra conversación en los próximos encuentros. Un texto sensible y profundo de Philip Yancey, que trae luz sobre el el Antiguo Testamento, su valor, su relevancia y su conexión con Jesús.¿Te gusta Philip Yancey? ¿Leés el Antiguo Testamento? ¿Entendés algo?¡En Club de Lectura charlamos sobre todo esto!También encontranos en:YouTube: @clubdelecturartmInstagram: @clubdelecturartmRadio Trans Mundial Uruguay (610 AM): sábados 21 h

Author Philip Yancey encourages believers to live authentic Christian lives, demonstrating acts of kindness and mercy to show the world that God cares for every soul. Citing many examples of what it means to share our faith, Yancey invites us to rediscover the Good News of the gospel and be the church that Jesus has called us to be. Get a copy of Philip Yancey's book, Vanishing Grace: What Ever Happened to the Good News? for a gift of any amount to get a deeper understanding of communicating grace and truth to the culture. Buy your copy of Jim Daly’s book, ReFOCUS! He shares how believers can engage others in the culture with the love of Christ and reveal the heart of God. There's no place like home, right? Just as home brings a sense of belonging, rest, and security, so does a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. If you don't have one, this article can show you how to find your place in God's eternal family. Listen to the ReFocus with Jim Daly episode with Rosaria Butterfield. Focus on the Family's staff of licensed, professional counselors can help you bring healing and restoration to your family with Christian perspectives you can trust. Donate Now! Send Jim a voicemail! Click here.

In the first episode of our weekly Lenten series, we invite you to take a moment to slow down, quiet your heart, and hear what God may be saying to you. Throughout the season of Lent, we'll be releasing weekly episodes focused on themes of reflection, prayer, and contemplation.On March 19, 2021 we were delighted to host Christian author, leader, and teacher, Ruth Haley Barton. Barton is founding President/CEO of the Transforming Center, a ministry dedicated to strengthening the souls of Christian leaders and the congregations and organizations they serve. Ruth is the author of numerous books and resources on the spiritual life, including Strengthening the Soul of Your Leadership and Sacred Rhythms. She reflects regularly on spirituality and leadership in her blog, Beyond Words, and on her podcast Strengthening the Soul of Your Leadership.We hope you enjoy this conversation around her book, Invitation to Solitude and Silence: Experiencing God's Transforming Presence. Our attention, Barton believes, has become a commodity that we must protect if we are to avoid being swept away by our distracted age. She invites listeners to engage in these ancient biblical practices to find the rest for our souls that Jesus promises. In this Lenten season, we hope this will inspire you to pursue God's transforming presence in new ways and contemplatively sit in solitude and silence with the Author and Perfecter of our faith. Learn more about Ruth Haley Barton. Watch the full Online Conversation and read the transcript from March 19, 2021. Related reading:A Shocking Lack of Solitude, Cherie Harder Authors and books mentioned in the conversation:Blaise PascalJohn MiltonC.S. LewisRichard RohrDallas WillardHenry NouwenShop Class as Soulcraft, by Matthew B. CrawfordRabbi Abraham Joshua HeschelJulian of NorwichInvitation to Solitude and Silence: Experiencing God's Transforming Presence, by Ruth Haley Barton Related Trinity Forum Readings:Confessions | A Trinity Forum Reading by St. Augustine, introduced by James K.A. Smith.Pilgrim at Tinker Creek | A Trinity Forum Reading by Annie Dillard, introduced by Tish Harrison Warren.Devotions | A Trinity Forum Reading by John Donne, introduced and paraphrased by Philip Yancey.The Long Loneliness | A Trinity Forum Reading by Dorothy Day, introduced by Anne and David Brooks.Wrestling with God | A Trinity Forum Reading by Simone Weil, introduced by Alonzo McDonald.The Pilgrim's Progress | A Trinity Forum Reading by John Bunyan, introduced by Alonzo McDonald.

Philip Yancey is one of the highest-selling evangelical authors in the modern era, with over 15 million English books in print. He has made an impressive career writing about his doubts and questions of faith. Yancey recently released a personal memoir, which his wife labelled a ‘prequel' to all of his other books. Together, we will look at Yancey's life story and his large body of work, and consider his reputation as a beloved spiritual guide for the doubting and suffering. Please note that the ideas expressed in this lecture do not necessarily represent the views of L'Abri Fellowship.For more resources, visit the L'Abri Ideas Library at labriideaslibrary.org. The library contains over two thousand lectures and discussions that explore questions about the reality and relevance of Christianity. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit englishlabri.substack.com

====================================================SUSCRIBETEhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNpffyr-7_zP1x1lS89ByaQ?sub_confirmation=1==================================================== DEVOCIÓN MATUTINA PARA ADULTOS 2025“CON JESÚS HOY”Narrado por: Exyomara AvilaDesde: Bogotá, ColombiaUna cortesía de DR'Ministries y Canaan Seventh-Day Adventist Church ===================|| www.drministries.org ||===================08 de FebreroDios puede escucharnos a todos«Tú, cuando ores, entra en tu cuarto, cierra la puerta y ora a tu Padre que está en secreto; y tu Padre, que ve en lo secreto, te recompensará en público» (Mat. 6: 6).Siendo adolescente tenía una enorme dificultad para entender que Dios podía verme y escucharme a la vez que veia y escuchaba a todos los demás seres humanos. Y constantemente estaba dándole vueltas a este asunto. ¿Cómo puede Dios cuidar de todos sus hijos al mismo tiempo?Años más tarde, el libro de Philip Yancey y Paul Brand, Fearfully and Wonderfully Made (Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 1980), traducido en español más recientemente con el título de A su imagen (Editorial Vida, 2007), me ayudó a encontrar esta idea menos inverosímil. Estos autores comparan lo que sucede entre Dios y nosotros en el universo con lo que sucede entre las diferentes células de nuestro cuerpo y nuestro propio cerebro. Demuestran con datos científicos verificados que nuestro cerebro es capaz de realizar incontables operaciones por segundo, coordinando todos nuestros sentidos y todas nuestras funciones vitales a la vez: nuestras reflexiones cerebrales, nuestras funciones musculares, los procesos de la digestión e innumerables reacciones químicas de las que ni siquiera conozco el nombre.Parece que necesitamos miles de computaciones cerebrales por segundo solo para reconocer una melodía, un perfume o una imagen. Nuestros ojos pueden ver miles de imágenes e interpretarlas a una velocidad que desafía la imaginación de los evolucionistas. Ninguno de ellos ha explicado todavía de modo convincente cómo un puñado de materia ha evolucionado, por error y sin ningún proyecto inteligente detrás, para convertirse en un ojo que ve perfectamente o en un oído que escucha con inverosímil precisión.Hoy sabemos que solo un gramo de tejido cerebral puede contener millones de conexiones entre neuronas y sinapsis. Como resultado de esto, cada célula, y hay más células nerviosas en nuestro cuerpo que personas en esta Tierra, pueden comunicarse con otras o con el cerebro de forma casi instantánea.Entonces, me digo a mí mismo, si un cerebro tan mediano como el mío puede ver, escuchar y atender tantas llamadas al mismo tiempo, ¿por qué Aquel que creó todo este sistema y nos hizo a su imagen no va a poder vernos, escucharnos y atendernos a todos a la vez?La respuesta es un misterio. Pero es un misterio en el que podemos confiar. Jesús lo asegura: cuando oras, Dios te ve y te escucha como lo haría el mejor de los padres. 

In this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss how when natural disasters strike (like the wildfires currently happening in California), it is fascinating to witness the spectrum of ways in which people claim God's involvement. There are some who express anger toward God, wondering how He could allow such things to happen. Some argue that God must have caused the natural disaster as an act of His judgment. Others praise God for helping them to cope with the losses and the rebuilding of their lives. So which is it? What role does God play, if any? Is He a destroyer? Is He a Savior? Or, put another way, where is God in the midst of pain and suffering? Episode Links The need to explain the fallout of natural disasters or other forms of pain and suffering that we all face, is something that every religion or philosophy needs to answer for - not just the Christian faith. Dr. White pulled from several sources that you may be interested in reading that will help you understand who God is in the midst of our pain and suffering, and inspirational stories to help you stay strong in your faith. These include: Philip Yancey, Where is God When It Hurts? Philip Yancey, Reaching for the Invisible God C.S. Lewis, The Problem of Pain Corrie Ten Boom, The Hiding Place Frederick Buechner, Wishful Thinking Dr. White also delivered a series at Mecklenburg Community Church that you might be interested in, to take a deeper dive on this topic. The series is simply called “Why?” with installments that explore: Why Is There Evil and Suffering? Why Me, Why This, Why Now? Why Isn't God Answering My Prayers? and Why Would God Send Good People to Hell? You can find this series at Church & Culture HERE. For those of you who are new to Church & Culture, we'd love to invite you to subscribe (for free of course) to the twice-weekly Church & Culture blog and check out the Daily Headline News - a collection of headlines from around the globe each weekday. We'd also love to hear from you if there is a topic that you'd like to see discussed on the Church & Culture Podcast in an upcoming episode. You can find the form to submit your questions at the bottom of the podcast page HERE.

Fredrik LignellFristående predikningarhttps://www.ryttargardskyrkan.se/app/undervisning/bon-spelar-det-nagon-roll-ar8b2Det är något märkligt just med bönen. Vi verkar, lite till mans, slita med att vi inte är några särskilda bedjare. Kanske är det naturligt. Bön är inte riktigt som andra saker i livet. Vi kan inte bli proffs på det, och vi kan inte tenta av det. Någon har sagt ”Jag är fortfarande en novis på bön, vem kan bemästra något där syftet är att bli bemästrad?” Luk 6:12Hur ska vi tänka om bön? Spelar det egentligen någon roll att vi ber? Ibland verkar ju Gud göra under trots att inte en katt har knäppt händerna, och ibland ber vi med vitnande knogar och undret inträffar inte ändå. Om vi ändå utgår ifrån att någon lyssnar på andra sidan, vad är det som hörs, och vad ska det leda till? Vad kan man förvänta sig för effekt av att man ber? Blir något annorlunda? Ett svar — kanske det tyngst vägande av alla — är att Jesus bad. ”Att avfärda bönen, att säga att den inte spelar någon roll, är detsamma som att betrakta Jesus som vilseförd.” (Philip Yancey i Bön) För Jesus verkar bönen helt avgörande. Samtalen med Fadern går inte att vara utan. Han är fullständigt hemma inför Faderns blick, men känner sig ständigt lite främmande i den här världen. Joh 17:1-5Här dras draperiet undan, och vi får lyssna till Sonens samtal med Fadern. I bön påminner han sig själv om vem han är. Tänk om våra böner vill hjälpa oss dra åt samma håll? En plats där jag inte behövs, (Gud är inte i knipa, Han är inte ännu en i raden av alla människor som vill ha något av oss), där min insats inte mäts och vägs (Han sitter inte heller i en idoljury), en plats där jag tankar ljus, godhet och barmhärtighet. Det eviga livet, påstod Jesus i sin bön, handlar om att känna Fadern och Sonen. Att fördjupas i relationen med Gud. Att hålla samman min synliga värld med Guds osynliga. Att låta kontakt uppstå mellan vår trasiga värld, i viss mening mörk och cynisk, och Guds fullkomliga värld, präglad av helhet, helighet, ljus och hopp. Vi vänder oss till Gud i bön för att be om saker, ja. Gör det frimodigt. Men låt det inte stanna där. Tala med honom om det som glädjer, det som väcker förhoppningar, det som skrämmer, skaver, som tynger. Efter bönen i övre salen går Jesus och lärjungarna ut till en trädgård som heter Getsemane. Där ber Jesus i ångest, medan hans tre vänner sover gott. Hans kamp inför det som väntar är så brutal att det står att han svettas blod. Det brister i kärlen, och ångesten rasar i kropp och själ. Varför kan inte Jesus vara lika trygg och fridfull som sina tre vänner? Han som sov i båten, mitt i stormen. Nu är det annorlunda. Men så småningom, när allt havererar i våld, prygel och död är det de tre vännerna som faller samman och faller ifrån. Bönen i Getsemane besvarades inte med förändrade omständigheter. Jesus fick inte som han ville. Han uttryckte vad han ville, vilket är avgörande i all bön. Först när han satt ord på sin egen vilja kunde han överlämna den i Faderns händer. Det han vann i bönestunden i Getsemane var något annat. Han sökte Faderns ansikte, Han lättade på själens tryck och han tankade mod, kraft och perspektiv ur samtalet med Gud. Det samtalet verkar ha varit helt avgörande för dygnet som väntade. Välkommen in i bönens värld. Där finns rum för tacksamhet, för tillbedjan och beundran, men också för klagan och sorg. I bönen lyssnar vi lika mycket som vi pratar, där är vi ibland tysta tillsammans med Gud, vilket inte är så illa. ”Att knäppa händerna i bön är början till ett uppror mot oordningen i världen.” (Karl Barth) ----------------För samtal:I dagens predikan påstods det att det främsta svaret på varför vi ska be är för att Jesus gjorde det. Va...

Our conversation with Philip Yancey in the last episode was such a head-f*ck, we felt we needed to reflect on the conversation and what it brought up for us. What do Exvangelicals do about Evangelicals who are really good people? You may not agree with the conclusions we reached, but hopefully you resonate with our struggles and honesty. If you missed it, our interview with Philip Yancey is here.As part of our 2025 Down Under Summer Series, we're replaying out best episodes. We hope you enjoy them as much as we did.  We'll be back with new episodes later in 2025!---Want more? Check out our exclusive Patreon episodes here.Join the conversation and connect with other listeners here.All our links are here. Transcript of this episode is here.Doubting your beliefs? Have questions about changing or leaving your faith? You are not alone and Recovering from Religion is here to help.

In Season 3, we were thrilled when Evangelical author, Philip Yancey agreed to be a guest on the podcast and talk about his memoir, Where the Light Fell, which chronicles his time growing up fundamentalist. We also talked with Philip about how his books impacted us as we journeyed out of fundamentalism into more moderate versions of Christianity in the late-90s.You can find Philip's book here.As part of our 2025 Down Under Summer Series, we're replaying out best episodes. We hope you enjoy them as much as we did.  We'll be back with new episodes later in 2025!---Want more? Check out our exclusive Patreon episodes here.Join the conversation and connect with other listeners here.All our links are here. Transcript of this episode is here.Doubting your beliefs? Have questions about changing or leaving your faith? You are not alone and Recovering from Religion is here to help.

Send us a textEMMANUELThe Name | Part 4Senior Pastor Keith StewartDecember 22, 2024#god #realspringcreekchurch #emmanuel #thename #godwithus Each of the names given to Christ reveal something special and unique about Who He is and Why He came. Appropriately, this Sunday before Christmas, we dive into the mystery of Emmanuel, which means, God with us. This name lets us know that there's more to the Christmas story than we have ever imagined, hoped or dreamed. This name reminds us that we're never alone. This name unleashes our worship of the One Who is always with us.__DISCUSSION QUESTIONS  1. The French writer André Breton said, “All my life, my heart has yearned for a thing I cannot name.” C.S. Lewis concluded was if I find myself having a desire that nothing in this world can satisfy, the most logical conclusion is I was made for something beyond this life. How does the God hunger manifest in people? What sort of things do people seek other than God to fill this hunger? Have you personally had experience with this truth positively or negatively? If so, what was that like? 2.  Have you ever sensed God with you in a difficult, challenging or painful time in your life? How did God make you aware that He was with you? What did He do for you? Or what did He say to you? Or what happened in your circumstances that ended up being a great comfort? What would you say to someone who feels abandoned by God or all alone in whatever it is they are going through? 3. Take some time to discuss the following verse...Therefore, since we have a great high priest who has ascended into heaven, Jesus the Son of God, let us hold firmly to the faith we profess For we do not have a high priest who is unable to empathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who has been tempted in every way, just as we are—yet he did not sin. Let us then approach God's throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.  Hebrews 4.14-164. Pastor Keith mentioned two practical ways of illustrating the incarnation (God becoming human). One was Philip Yancey's illustration about his salt-water aquarium and the other was the Christian author Dorothy Sayers who developed a character in her detective fiction novels that she fell in love with and then wrote herself into the story. What did these illustrations say to you? How are they similar to what God did for us? Can you think of any other ways of how or why God became human? 5.  The story of the Bible is the record of God expressing His desire to be with us. The story begins in a Garden and walking together every day. From there, the story progresses to the pillar of a cloud and a fire by night that remains with the people and guides them daily. Once the Israelites settle down, God has them construct a dwelling place, first in the tabernacle and second in the temple, where He can dwell in the midst of His people. When Jesus arrives, He is Emmanuel – God with us. Then once He ascends back to the Father, Christ comes to dwell within every believer. God is with us is not just the message of Christmas but the message of Christianity. How is God with you today? Where is He leading you? How is He comforting you? In what ways has He corrected you? What is He saying to you? How is communion an opportunity to re-experience Christ in His nearness to us?

I am Mary. This is my story.The sermon today is titled "What Mary Knew." It is the second installment in our series "I Was There." The Scripture reading is from Luke 1:26-38 (ESV). Originally preached at the West Side Church of Christ (Searcy, AR) on December 15, 2024. All lessons fit under one of 5 broad categories: Begin, Discover, Grow, Learn, and Serve. This sermon is filed under BEGIN: A Loving Christ.Click here if you would like to watch the sermon or read a transcript.Podcast Notes (resources used or referenced):Joel B. Green, The Gospel of Luke, NICNT.Luke Timothy Johnson, The Gospel of Luke, Sacra Pagina.Joseph Ratzinger, Jesus of Nazareth, Vol 3: The Infancy Narratives (New York: Image, 2012).Philip Yancey, The Jesus I Never Knew.N. T. Wright, Jesus and the Victory of God.Beautiful artwork of Mary and the nativity.I'd love to connect with you!Watch sermons and find transcripts at nathanguy.com.Follow along each Sunday through YouTube livestream and find a study guide and even kids notes on the sermon notes page.Follow me @nathanpguy (facebook/instagram/twitter)Subscribe to my email newsletter on substack.

Diciembre 13, 2024 - El escritor Philip Yancey dice lo siguiente: si Jesus vino a revelarnos a Dios, que aprendo acerca de Dios en esa primera navidad? Una de las mas grandes lecciones que podemos aprender de Dios es la humildad. El Dios que tomo forma de hombre, no vino en una nube de fuego...al contrario habito por varios meses en la matriz de una mujer.

For a second time, Ken welcomes Rev. Ben Cremer to the podcast for Season 5. Ken starts by thanking Ben for that first interview, "Myths We Believe," which is far and away the most downloaded podcast of Ken's more than 300 episodes (exceeding the former first-place interview with Kristin Kobes Du Mez). Ben is a prolific author, just finishing up the manuscript of his first book. He has a big audience for his newsletter, which is delivered weekly on Sunday mornings. He calls it "Into The Gray." It's a resource of books, podcasts, and then a thoughtful essay of his own around important issues of the day. Ken chose three to discuss on this podcast - first, "A Troubling Conversation" highlighting the commonly held doctrine of Total Depravity. The second contemplates the common default answer when Christians encounter those who hold opposite views. They'll say, "Well, they aren't REAL Christians." The third addresses a spiritual discipline that is widely ignored in the traditions both Ben and Ken grew up in - lament. Ben brings fresh, sometimes provocative thinking to all three issues. Ken predicts that this conversation will be another that breaks records. SHOW NOTESSign up for Ben's Newsletter INTO THE GRAY | Become a PatronKen's Substact Page | Philip Yancey's Blog Site - Hole in the WallSupport the show

Understanding the Times Ecclesiastes 3:1-22     “Teach us to number our days and recognize how few they are; help us to spend them as we should.” Psalm 90:12                1.      Understand that time will present us with a variety of experiences. 2.      Understand that God makes everything beautiful, in its time.   “Faith means believing in advance what will only make sense in reverse.” Philip Yancey   3.      Understand that we are to live out our time on earth with an eternal perspective. 4.      Understand that God desires us to enjoy the time we've been given. 5.      Understand that God is sovereign over time and we're accountable for how we us our it.

Unanswered prayer…a difficult trial…life just plain different from what you would like? These can result in disappointment with God. Dennis and Barbara Rainey explain why it happens and what to do about it.

Chris Maxwell's 12th book comes out October 1st. Each of the twelve chapters in the book, “Things We've Handed Down: Twelve Letters I Leave for You,” is written as a letter to a reader. The chapter titles are all book titles from books which have impacted Chris' life. He hopes to hand down to the next generation key life principles that he learned from the books. “Disappointment with God” by former Next Step guest Philip Yancey, “Wounds Are Where Light Enters” by Walter Wangerin Jr., “The Wounded Healer” by Henri J.M. Nouwen, “Life is Mostly Edges” by Calvin Miller, “Surprised by Joy” by C. S. Lewis, and “A Long Obedience in the Same Direction” by Eugene Peterson are just some of the chapters in this book.As a leader and a learner, what books have impacted your life? What lessons have you learned that you can “hand down” to others? How have disappointments and wounds brought you closer to God instead of farther from Him? How can we lead better by displaying love, acceptance, and forgiveness? Listen to the conversation. Pick up a copy of “Things We've Handed Down” and read it. Get copies for those you lead. Be sure you receive what's handed down to you and that you hand down God's love to others.Amazon: http://bit.ly/cmaxmanWebsite:chrismaxwell.me  Facebook: facebook.com/PauseWithChrisMaxwellTwitter:@CMaxManInstagram: CMaxMan

As promised, here is the heartwarming, personal story - when Mark Bodnarczuk reached out to Philip Yancey's brother Marshall. Phillip shared his brother Marshall's story in his memoir and on the podcast. The two brothers responded to their father's early death and their hyper-fundamentalist church in their own unique way. Philip became a prolific writer of Christian books. Marshall began as a young musical prodigy. Many who knew him expected that he would entertain audiences as an accomplished concert pianist. Instead, as Philip attests, Marshall dropped out of college and became one of the “first real hippies in Atlanta.” Through the decades, he suffered some serious health issues. Today from his wheelchair, he has difficulty communicating. A serious stroke has affected his speech. He understands what people say, but his responses are labored. When Mark Bodnarczuk's job at Stanford put him close to Marshall's home, he reached out to Philip's brother. The two have become mutually supportive friends. In this special episode of the podcast, both Philip and Mark share their versions of this touching story. SHOW NOTES March 2024 Podcast with Mark | Purchase the Book on Amazon | Mark's Official WebsiteBecome a Patron | Ken's Substack PageSupport the show

Ken welcomes Mark Bodnarzcuk back to the podcast.  As he shared with Ken in March of this year, the fentanyl crisis in our country is real - and made an unwelcome visit to his home. Thomas, Mark's then 17-year-old son, took a pill he bought on the Internet that he believed was  Xanax. He died a short time after swallowing the tablet. The autopsy showed that it was fentanyl - a deadly dose in a single pill. It's the subject of his new book (to be released October 15) - Finding New Life After the Death of My Son: Grace and Forgiveness in the Age of Counterfeit Pills and Fentanyl Poisoning. Mark shares his faith journey, and the impact of this unthinkable tragedy on his understanding of God, the Bible, science, and his years of therapy. A graduate of a Christian school (Wheaton College), his career has taken him to Stanford University and the SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory, which is currently building the largest digital camera for space exploration ever made. Mark's keen interest in science, from the atom to the cosmos has also been influenced by the work of famed psychologist Carl Jung. Mark shares how psychology and science have shaped his faith, his love for the Bible, and his capacity to forgive. It's a very personal story that takes us from the courtroom to the mountains of Colorado to the labyrinth - both inner and outer. Ken and Mark talk about significant authors including C.S. Lewis, Tim Keller, John Ortburg, and Philip Yancey (who write the Foreword to Mark's book). SHOW NOTESMarch 2024 Podcast with Mark | Purchase the Book on Amazon | Mark's Official WebsiteBecome a Patron | Ken's Substack PageSupport the show

====================================================SUSCRIBETEhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNpffyr-7_zP1x1lS89ByaQ?sub_confirmation=1=======================================================================ASÍ ES DIOSDevoción Matutina Para Adultos 2024Narrado por: Roberto NavarroDesde: Montreal, Canada===================|| www.drministries.org ||===================12 DE SEPTIEMBRE EL DIOS AMIGO DE LOS PECADORES  “Vengan a mí todos ustedes que están cansados de sus trabajos y cargas, y yo los haré descansar” (Mateo 11:28, DHH).  Cuenta el escritor cristiano Philip Yancey el suceso real de una prostituta que acudió a pedir ayuda a un hombre. Abatida por la miseria (sin techo, enferma e incapaz de comprarle comida a su hija de dos años), confesó entre lágrimas que había estado alquilando a su pequeña a hombres perversos interesados en relaciones sexuales aberrantes. Según ella, “tenía que hacerlo” para costearse su adicción a las drogas. Aquel hombre no sabía qué podía decirle, y le preguntó si había pensado acudir a una iglesia en busca de ayuda. Entonces vino la inesperada respuesta de aquella derrotada mujer: “¡¿Una iglesia?! ¿Para qué habría de ir a una iglesia? Ya me siento mal conmigo misma, todo lo que harían sería empeorar las cosas”. Me duele que las implicaciones de la respuesta de una mujer tan necesitada de ayuda sean aún más dramáticas que la historia misma.  No hay duda de que ocurren cosas trágicas e inexplicablemente horrendas. Hemos aprendido a vivir enterándonos de escándalos cada vez mayores. Pero me pregunto si puede haber una desgracia más grande que el hecho de que las personas a quienes claramente la vida y sus decisiones han derrotado no encuentren en la iglesia, que dice ser seguidora de Cristo, un lugar donde refugiarse para recibir ayuda y amor. ¿Qué ha pasado en la iglesia, que los pecadores no siempre se sienten a gusto entre nosotros? ¡No fue así con Cristo! Con él, los parias, los enfermos, los pobres, las rameras, los que no tenían esperanza, se sentían aceptados y amados. Nadie nunca se fue de su presencia sintiéndose rechazado o maltratado. En todo momento Jesús puso en práctica su propia declaración: “Al que viene a mí, nunca lo echo fuera” (Juan 6:37).  Hoy, Jesús quiere que recuerdes que él es el amigo de los pecadores. Aunque no del pecado. Su gracia es como el agua: llega hasta los lugares más bajos. Puedes venir a él tal como estás, no importa cuán sórdida haya sido tu caída o innombrable tu fracaso. Tu pecado puede destruirte, pero nunca podrá destruir la gracia de Dios, que provee refugio, perdón y amor para ti. Jesús te invita a venir a él cansado y trabajado, y te promete hacerte descansar.  Mientras, como iglesia, reflexionemos sobre por qué hemos dejado de ser atractivos para los perdidos. 

Send us a textBen is joined by American author, Philip Yancey, who explores the most basic questions and the deepest mysteries of the Christian faith.Together, they talk through Philip's story and his new book, "Where the Light Fell: A Memoir", deconstruction, and how you can speak to someone who is far from God.-----------------------------------------------------Questions, comments, or feedback? We'd love to hear what you think!Send them to provokeandinspire@steiger.org, or send us a message on Instagram!Follow Ben on Instagram.Click here to join the Provoke & Inspire Community!

Life, Death, Poetry & Peace with Philip YanceyLife has changed dramatically in the 400 years since John Donne wrote his Devotions. Yet despite the advances of the intervening centuries, we find that, like Donne, we are still subject to sickness and death. We still long for comfort. We still want to know what God is saying to us.Author Philip Yancey has found surprisingly relevant answers to these perennial questions in the works of John Donne. Updating the great poet's work for modern readers in his book UNDONE: A Modern Rendering of John Donne's Devotions, Yancey has given us a devotional treasure, particularly for those in the midst of trial and suffering:God is on the side of the sufferer. And that's so important. When I go to places like Virginia Tech or Columbine in my backyard here in Colorado or various places and talk about pain and suffering, it's just an important point to get across. And I know that's true because God gave us a face. God showed us what God is like in human form. - Philip YanceyThis is a conversation rich with insights into the problem of pain and the human condition, and full of comfort as we get a clearer picture of God in the face of Jesus. We hope that it encourages you deeply and that you'll share it with others.This is podcast is an edited version of an online conversation recorded in 2024. Watch the full video of the conversation here, and learn more about Philip Yancey.Authors and books mentioned in the conversation:UNDONE: A Modern Rendering of John Donne's Devotions, by Philip YanceyWhere Is God When It Hurts, by Philip YanceyIn His Image, by Philip Yancey and Paul BrandDisappointment with God, by Philip YanceyThe Jesus I never Knew, by Philip YanceyWhat's So Amazing About Grace, by Philip YanceyDevotions Upon Emergent Occasions, by John DonneThe Art of Dying, by Lydia DugdaleDr. Paul BrandRelated Trinity Forum Readings:Sacred and Profane Love, the poetry of John DonneWrestling with God, by Simone WeilBulletins from Immortality: Poems by Emily DickinsonMan's Search for Meaning, by Viktor FranklRelated Conversations:A New Year With The Word with Malcolm GuiteMusic, Creativity & Justice with Ruth Naomi FloydPursuing Humility with Richard Foster and Brenda QuinnReading as a Spiritual Practice with Jessica Hooten WilsonWalking as a Spiritual Practice with Mark BuchananMaking as a Spiritual Practice with Makoto FujimuraConnecting Spiritual Formation & Public Life with Michael WearThe Kingdom, the Power & The Glory with Tim AlbertaA Life Worth Living with Miroslav VolfTowards a Better Christian PoliticsChristian Pluralism: Living Faithfully in a World of DifferenceWhat Really Matters with Charlie Peacock and Andi AshworthScripture and the Public SquareHow to be a...

Philip Yancey's book has been a best-seller and an award winner. I cover his sixth chapter, where he struggles with a key question: Does personal suffering come packaged with a clear explanation from God?

The Call to Dependency on God (vv. 7-8) Ask when in need Seek when confused Knock when rejected The Illustration of Dependency on God (vv. 9-11) The home life example The heavenly exemplar The Empowerment through Dependency on God (v.12) Gods care empowers disciples to be caring Gods care empowers disciples to be sacrificial More to Consider Sign seen in a textile mill, "When your thread becomes tangled, call the foreman." A young woman was new on the job. Her thread became tangled and she thought, "I'll just straighten this out myself." She tried, but the situation only worsened. Finally she called the foreman. "I did the best I could," she said. "No you didn't. To do the best, you should have called me." Sermonillustrations.com, Source Unknown. In an essay on prayer, C.S. Lewis suggested that God treats new Christians with a special kind of tenderness, much as a parent dotes on a newborn. He quotes an experienced Christian: "I have seen many striking answers to prayer and more than one that I thought miraculous. But they usually come at the beginning before conversion, or soon after it. As the Christian life proceeds, they tend to be rarer. The refusals, too, are not only more frequent; they become more unmistakable, more emphatic.". At first glance, such a suggestion seems to have it all backward. Shouldn't faith become easier, not harder, as a Christian progresses? But, as Lewis points out, the New Testament gives two strong examples of unanswered prayers: Jesus pled three times for God to "Take this cup from me" and Paul begged God to cure the "thorn in my flesh." Lewis asks, "Does God then forsake just those who serve Him best? Well, He who served Him best of all said, near His tortured death, 'Why hast thou forsaken me?' When God becomes man, that Man, of all others, is least comforted by God, at His greatest need. There is a mystery here which, even if I had the power, I might not have the courage to explore. Meanwhile, little people like you and me, if our prayers are sometimes granted, beyond all hope and probability, had better not draw hasty conclusions to our own advantage. If we were stronger, we might be less tenderly treated. If we were braver, we might be sent, with far less help, to defend far more desperate posts in the great battle." Quoted in Disappointment With God, Philip Yancey, Zondervan, p. 208.

Show NotesScripture ReferencedJoshua 1:9 1 Kings 2:1-4Psalm 23; Psalm 34:18; Psalm 46Zephaniah 3:172 Corinthians 4:16-182 Corinthians 4:7-12Books ReferencedA Praying Life by Paul MillerWhere is God when it Hurts by Philip Yancey

In 1997, when Philip Yancey submitted his manuscript to his publisher, he had serious doubts that his new offering (which followed his popular book, The Jesus I Never Knew) would find an audience. He knew his evangelical readers. In Yancey's mind, the chapters on a Democrat President (Bill Clinton) and a fellow author who “came out” as gay (Mel White), would not set well - especially when he called for “grace.” To his surprise, What's So Amazing About Grace became his best-seller. Today, 25 years later, Philip and his publishers agree. The need to apprehend and exhibit grace is greater today than ever in our polarized world. After making some revisions - mainly updates - the book has been released. Ken welcomes back one of his favorite guests. After reminiscing over some good times together, they talk about the book. Better - they talk about grace. Amazing grace. Yancey shares his growing-up years -  the racism that dominated his church, his neighborhood, and his Southern state (Georgia). They talk about his friendship with Bill Clinton, who read his books and regularly met with Philip's friends, Tony Campolo and Gordon McDonald. They explore his friendship with Mel White, who for years was the ghostwriter for high-profile evangelical leaders: Francis Schaeffer, Billy Graham, Pat Robertson, Oliver North, Jim and Tammy Faye Baker, W.A. Criswell and Jerry Falwell and more. After years of depression, hiding, reparative therapy, and self-loathing, Mel came to terms with his identity. Philip was there; dispensing grace.Back in the 90's, PBS's Bill Moyers produced a documentary - Amazing Grace - that beloved hymn. Yancey was moved by that hour long exploration of the hymn's universal appeal. Moyers tells the story of the writer, John Newton, a brutal slave trader, who wrote the words: “Amazing grace, how sweet the sound that saved a wretch like me.” Yancey agrees, Newton was indeed a wretch. By grace, he ultimately became a fervent abolitionist. That's what grace can do.What's So Amazing About Grace? (Revised and Updated) On AmazonSHOW NOTES | Become a Patron | Ken's SubstackSupport the Show.

Ever felt the pull of cancel culture? It's that moment when someone slips up, whether it's a tweet from a decade back or a recent slip of the tongue, and suddenly the online world comes together to unfollow, call out, and attack them. Author Philip Yancey promotes the idea of grace in this chaotic environment and explains the effects of cancel culture. Show Notes and Resources Connect with Philip Yancey and catch more of their thoughts at philipyancey.com. ...And grab Philip Yancey's book, What's So Amazing About Grace in our shop. Intrigued by today's episode? Think deeper about forgiveness by listening to Take Off, Put On: Forgiveness. Want to hear more episodes by Philip, listen here! Double your gift this month when you give to FamilyLife! Find resources from this podcast at shop.familylife.com. See resources from our past podcasts. Find more content and resources on the FamilyLife's app! Help others find FamilyLife. Leave a review on Apple Podcast or Spotify. Check out all the FamilyLife's podcasts on the FamilyLife Podcast Network

Constantly finding reasons not to forgive that one person (you know the one)? Giving kindness, even when it feels tough, isn't easy. Philip Yancey shows us how grace changes lives--and maybe even yours. Show Notes and Resources Connect with Philip Yancey and catch more of their thoughts at philipyancey.com. ...And grab Philip Yancey's book, What's So Amazing About Grace in our shop. Intrigued by today's episode? Think deeper about forgiveness by listening to Take Off, Put On: Forgiveness. Want to hear more episodes by Philip, listen here! Double your gift this month when you give to FamilyLife! Find resources from this podcast at shop.familylife.com. See resources from our past podcasts. Find more content and resources on the FamilyLife's app! Help others find FamilyLife. Leave a review on Apple Podcast or Spotify. Check out all the FamilyLife's podcasts on the FamilyLife Podcast Network

From critiquing someone's outfit, to dismissing ideas in meetings, or commenting on eating habits--our judgments can shape lives. Philip Yancey explores how grace, instead, can alter lives for the better. Show Notes and Resources Connect with Philip Yancey and catch more of their thoughts at philipyancey.com. ...And grab Philip Yancey's book, What's So Amazing About Grace in our shop. Intrigued by today's episode? Think deeper about forgiveness by listening to Take Off, Put On: Forgiveness. Want to hear more episodes by Philip, listen here! Double your gift this month when you give to FamilyLife! Find resources from this podcast at shop.familylife.com. See resources from our past podcasts. Find more content and resources on the FamilyLife's app! Help others find FamilyLife. Leave a review on Apple Podcast or Spotify. Check out all the FamilyLife's podcasts on the FamilyLife Podcast Network

Research shows that the strongest sources of happiness are the people in our lives. Social support is one of the most important predictors of whether people are happy. Humans long to connect with other people. We can all remember how much COVID taught us- that we need each other! Christian author Philip Yancey wrote a book called “Church: Why Bother?” in which he discusses the community in relation to faith. He said, “Christianity is not purely intellectually, internal faith. It can only be lived out in community.” The author of the book of Hebrews also says And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another. We're designed to be spiritual beings that also need social support. So when it comes to church, by all means do bother to go!    

In this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss the fact that as culture becomes less and less rooted in Christianity, and people (sadly) have more and more encounters with Christians who are not very Christlike, misconceptions and caricatures of the Christian faith seem to be growing. Today's discussion, which was a listener-submitted topic, will walk through four of the most common caricatures in today's culture. Episode Links Here are some series given by Dr. White at Mecklenburg Community Church related to the caricatures covered in today's discussion that you may be interested in taking a look at: “The Science of God” “Astrophysics… for People Who Are Open to God” “Don't Check Your Brains at the Door” “When God Makes Us Laugh” “Why?” And then here are a few past podcast episodes that you can go back and listen to in case you missed them that may add to today's discussion: CCP103: On the Sudden Rise of LGBTQ CCP92: On Challenges to Believing the Bible CCP63: On Why Christians Are So Mean CCP49: On Faith vs. Science Finally, here are two books that were mentioned in the conversation for you: A Mind for God by James Emery White The Gift of Pain: Why We Hurt and What We Can Do About It by Philip Yancey and Paul Brand For those of you who are new to Church & Culture, we'd love to invite you to subscribe (for free of course) to the twice-weekly Church & Culture blog and check out the Daily Headline News - a collection of headlines from around the globe each weekday. We'd also love to hear from you if there is a topic that you'd like to see discussed on the Church & Culture Podcast in an upcoming episode. You can find the form to submit your questions at the bottom of the podcast page HERE.

In conversation with Wayne Shepherd, journalist Philip Yancey compares his 1991 trip to Moscow following the breakup of the Soviet Union with the situation in Russia and Ukraine today. Send your support for FIRST PERSON to the Far East Broadcasting Company:FEBC National Processing Center Far East Broadcasting CompanyP.O. Box 6020 Albert Lea, MN 56007Please mention FIRST PERSON when you give. Thank you!

John 20:1-18Big Idea: Redemption began and is fulfilled in the Garden.John 20:30-31Angels and the EntranceJohn 20:11-12Genesis 3:23-24John 20:1"The tomb that sealed the body of Jesus became the womb of our salvation." -Max Lucado Face-to-face with the GardenerJohn 20:15Genesis 3:8-9Genesis 2:22-23"Easter tells us that every ending is a new beginning." - Anne Graham Lotz Folded and FinishedJohn 20:6-7Hebrews 1:8-12"The story of Easter is the story of God's wonderful window of divine surprise." - Philip Yancey John 20:16-181 Corinthians 15:20-22“The resurrection completes the inauguration of God's kingdom. . . . It is the decisive event demonstrating that God's kingdom really has been launched on earth as it is in heaven. The message of Easter is that God's new world has been unveiled in Jesus Christ and that you're now invited to belong to it.” - N.T. Wright Response:• Your story is redeemable.• Live in the finished work of Christ. • Baptism - connection to the empty grave.DISCOVERY BIBLE STUDY► Passage: 1 Corinthians 15:12-28► Connection questions:1. What are you thankful for?2. What is a challenge you are facing?3. How did you do with last week's “I will” statement?► Have at least one member of the group restate the passage in their own words► Individual answers to five questions:1. What stands out to you?2. What does this passage tell us about people?3. What does this passage tell us about God?4. Based on the passage, what is one thing I could do differently starting now and what would happen if I did? (each person commits to their action for one week using an “I will…” statement)5. Who are you going to tell about what you discovered? (each person commits to having that conversation before the next meeting)

John 20:1-18Big Idea: Redemption began and is fulfilled in the Garden.John 20:30-31Angels and the EntranceJohn 20:11-12Genesis 3:23-24John 20:1"The tomb that sealed the body of Jesus became the womb of our salvation." -Max Lucado Face-to-face with the GardenerJohn 20:15Genesis 3:8-9Genesis 2:22-23"Easter tells us that every ending is a new beginning." - Anne Graham Lotz Folded and FinishedJohn 20:6-7Hebrews 1:8-12"The story of Easter is the story of God's wonderful window of divine surprise." - Philip Yancey John 20:16-181 Corinthians 15:20-22“The resurrection completes the inauguration of God's kingdom. . . . It is the decisive event demonstrating that God's kingdom really has been launched on earth as it is in heaven. The message of Easter is that God's new world has been unveiled in Jesus Christ and that you're now invited to belong to it.” - N.T. Wright Response:• Your story is redeemable.• Live in the finished work of Christ. • Baptism - connection to the empty grave.DISCOVERY BIBLE STUDY► Passage: 1 Corinthians 15:12-28► Connection questions:1. What are you thankful for?2. What is a challenge you are facing?3. How did you do with last week's “I will” statement?► Have at least one member of the group restate the passage in their own words► Individual answers to five questions:1. What stands out to you?2. What does this passage tell us about people?3. What does this passage tell us about God?4. Based on the passage, what is one thing I could do differently starting now and what would happen if I did? (each person commits to their action for one week using an “I will…” statement)5. Who are you going to tell about what you discovered? (each person commits to having that conversation before the next meeting)

The science of evolution has caused friction for many Christians. And science does pose some challenges to the way people have been taught to think about their faith, but those challenges don't have to lead to a decision to reject faith—or to reject the findings of science. In fact, understanding science can lead to a deeper faith.  Jim Stump, host of Language of God has a new book coming out—The Sacred Chain: How Understanding Evolution Leads to a Deeper Faith. In this series Jim walks through three of the challenges posed by science.  The challenge of the Bible asks how we can continue to affirm the Bible as inspired and authoritative if the human authors believed incorrect things about the world. Did God correct their cultural-bound beliefs, or work through them, as God has always worked with imperfect people?  Richard Middleton joins Jim for the second part of this episode to talk about biblical inspiration from the perspective of a bible scholar, and the episode features clips from a previous episode with Philip Yancey.  Theme song and credits music by Breakmaster Cylinder. Other music in this episode by Vesper Tapes, courtesy of Shutterstock, Inc. Join a conversation about this episode on the BioLogos Forum. Register for the 2024 Science and Faith Conference, April 17 - 19 | Raleigh, NC  

This is our unabridged interview with Philip Yancey. What do we do with the painful parts of our life story? Anybody familiar with Philip Yancey's work knows that it has cost him more than time to be a bestselling author and journalist. It has cost him a lifetime of pain, loss, and deep spiritual struggle. Philip intentionally waited until recently to write down his story to protect some of the people in it, but now in his seventies, he's released “Where the Light Fell,” his memoir that shares all the messy details about growing and beyond - losing his father, childhood poverty, parental abuse, ruinous fundamentalist Christianity, militant atheism, a nearly fatal car accident, and more. In this episode he shares how he managed to come to new understanding in the face of suffering. “A writer really only has one gift,” says Philip Yancey, “and that's the gift of his or her own life.” Show Notes Similar episodes: William Paul Young: Author of The Shack Amy Grant: Fame, Vulnerability, and Staying Grounded Kelly Corrigan: How Vulnerability Leads to Connection Christian Wiman: The Opposite of Faith is Certainty Resources mentioned this episode: Where the Light Fell by Philip Yancey My Name is Asher Lev by Chaim Potok Soul Survivor by Philip Yancey PDF of Lee's Interview Notes Transcript for Abridged Episode JOIN NSE+ Today! Our subscriber only community with bonus episodes, ad-free listening, and discounts on live shows Subscribe to episodes: Apple | Spotify | Amazon | Google | YouTube Follow Us: Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | YouTube Follow Lee: Instagram | Twitter Join our Email List: nosmallendeavor.com See Privacy Policy: Privacy Policy Amazon Affiliate Disclosure: Tokens Media, LLC is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com.

What do we do with the painful parts of our life story? Anybody familiar with Philip Yancey's work knows that it has cost him more than time to be a bestselling author and journalist. It has cost him a lifetime of pain, loss, and deep spiritual struggle. Philip intentionally waited until recently to write down his story to protect some of the people in it, but now in his seventies, he's released “Where the Light Fell,” his memoir that shares all the messy details about growing and beyond - losing his father, childhood poverty, parental abuse, ruinous fundamentalist Christianity, militant atheism, a nearly fatal car accident, and more. In this episode he shares how he managed to come to new understanding in the face of suffering. “A writer really only has one gift,” says Philip Yancey, “and that's the gift of his or her own life.” Show Notes Similar episodes: William Paul Young: Author of The Shack Amy Grant: Fame, Vulnerability, and Staying Grounded Kelly Corrigan: How Vulnerability Leads to Connection Christian Wiman: The Opposite of Faith is Certainty Resources mentioned this episode: Where the Light Fell by Philip Yancey My Name is Asher Lev by Chaim Potok Soul Survivor by Philip Yancey PDF of Lee's Interview Notes Transcription Link JOIN NSE+ Today! Our subscriber only community with bonus episodes, ad-free listening, and discounts on live shows Subscribe to episodes: Apple | Spotify | Amazon | Google | YouTube Follow Us: Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | YouTube Follow Lee: Instagram | Twitter Join our Email List: nosmallendeavor.com See Privacy Policy: Privacy Policy Amazon Affiliate Disclosure: Tokens Media, LLC is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com.

What's So Amazing About Grace? That's a question Philip Yancey asked with the title of his book that has become a Christian classic more than 25 years ago. It's a question that remains worth asking and answering - as Ronnie attempts to do with his latest talk (Based on Ephesians 2).

What does grace have to do with our suffering? How do we experience the fullness of who God is when life is full of pain? Author and journalist Philip Yancey has long sought out to understood the role grace plays in life and in our hurt. Having walked through a difficult childhood and untangling his understanding of God from church legalism steeped in racism and sin, Philip has offered what he has learned along the way to his readers through his many books, including his latest, Where the Light Fell: A Memoir. Philip is no stranger to the hard questions that can plague a lifelong pursuit of Jesus and his words have been a guide for so many in their own journeys. In this conversation, Davey and Philip talk about the importance of grace and how it is tested, how those who are most desperate for Jesus find Him, and why pain redeemed can do more than pain removed. If you've ever struggled to reconcile the God you know through misguided teachings from others with the true nature of God, this episode will help you find your way to the offer of grace that Jesus extends.   Website: https://philipyancey.com/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/philipyanceyofficial Book: Where the Light Fell: A Memoir https://a.co/d/effHxpk Want to find out how you too can remove the debris of crisis in your life and move forward with a renewed sense of victory and purpose? Learn more about the Pain to Purpose course at: www.course.nothingiswasted.com Life is difficult and pain is real. Join Davey as he helps you move through your pain and on to a life of purpose and meaning in a LIVE Zoom call. www.nothingiswasted.com/starthere It's so hard to watch someone who is hurting after a recent loss or trauma has changed everything for them. The When Everything Changes: Navigating the Early Days of Loss, Trauma, and Tragedy mini-course will help those you love walk through the early days of grief and suffering and find hope on the other side: www.nothingiswasted.com/everythingchanges  

Have you ever felt the warm embrace of grace when you least expected it? The crew discusses Evangelist James Wilson's message, "When Jesus Runs After Me." This episode is a poignant reminder that no matter how far we stray, the path back to God's embrace is paved with unconditional grace. Grace isn't just a theological concept; it's the heartbeat of our spiritual journey. In this episode, the crew discusses the definition of grace, and the distinction between the conviction that draws us nearer to God's love and the condemnation that keeps us at arm's length. Leveraging insights from thinkers like Max Lucado and Philip Yancey, we examine how the grace we receive can overflow into generosity towards others. Join the crew as they share personal anecdotes of grace in action and advocate for a life marked by patience, love, and kindness—the pillars that sustain a grace-filled existence.Contact What's the Point? Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=what%27s%20the%20point%3F Watch live or recorded services at https://www.point.church/ Please take a moment to leave us a rating and review the podcast! Thank you!

Philip Yancey's story is a compelling journey of faith, doubt, and grace. Raised in a toxic, fundamentalist church, he grew disillusioned, seeing God misrepresented. His faith hung on by a thread in college, where he became a campus rebel, a heretic in the eyes of many. But Yancey didn't abandon his faith; instead, he deconstructed it to rebuild something more authentic. His writing career became a quest to rediscover Jesus, prayer, and the essentials of faith. Encountering grace in its purest form, Yancey's story is a testament to the power of reimagining faith beyond legalism and into the liberating arms of genuine grace. If you're grappling with faith or just love a good redemption story, this episode is a must-listen! Have you benefitted personally from Truth Over Tribe or seen it have a positive effect on someone you know? have you used the podcast, book, or blog as a catalyst for conversation on polarizing topics? We want to hear about it! Share your story at choosetruthovertribe.com/story. Ok, truth time... Did you like this episode? Tell us by leaving a rating or review!

Discover how acclaimed author Philip Yancey ignites a revolution of grace, challenging Christians to break free from judgment and embrace love, unity, and service in a divided world. Key Takeaways: Embracing Grace: Unlocking its Power in Daily Life Discovering the Key Role of Grace in Christianity Living Out Love and Unity: Jesus' Teachings in Action Resources Mentioned: Book: What's So Amazing About Grace? (Revised and Updated) by Philip Yancey Book: Where the Light Fell by Philip Yancey Related Episodes: 225: Natalie Runion | Staying Secure In Jesus Despite Hurt From His People 210: Wendy Alsup | Clinging to God When Your Church Falls Apart 101: Paula LeJeune | When God's Love and Adversity Collide SHOW NOTES cont. Join Me Download 8 Books That Were Influential in Ways that Surprised Me: https://www.graceenoughpodcast.com/books/ Follow Grace Enough on IG: https://www.instagram.com/graceenoughpodcast_amber/ Follow Grace Enough: https://www.facebook.com/graceenoughpodcast www.graceenoughpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Philip Yancey is an award-winning author, renowned theologian, and influential speaker who has touched the hearts and minds of millions with his profound insights and captivating storytelling. He has written thirteen Gold Medallion Award-winning books and won two ECPA Book of the Year awards, for What's So Amazing About Grace? and The Jesus I Never Knew. Four of his books have sold over one million copies. With the revised and updated edition of his classic book, What's So Amazing About Grace? Yancey continues to inspire readers with his deep understanding of grace and its transformative power. He lives with his wife in Colorado. Philip's Books Connect with Philip on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter Follow Bob: @bobgoff Follow Kim: @kimberly.stuart.writes

Philip Yancey is back on the podcast, discussing the grace crisis facing modern Christianity. Philip also talks to Carey about his two hours in the White House with Bill Clinton, Roe v. Wade, and why he initially thought publishing What's So Amazing About Grace might get him canceled. Show Notes The Art of Generosity Course On The Rise Newsletter Preaching Cheat Sheet Watch on YouTube Follow @careynieuwhof Follow @theartofleadershipnetwork   Brought to you by The Art of Leadership Network   _____ The Carey Nieuwhof Leadership Podcast: Empowering Church Leaders in the Digital Age   In a rapidly evolving digital age, the Carey Nieuwhof Leadership Podcast delves deep into the intricacies of leadership, offering management insights and authentic leadership tips to help you rise above the unhealthy patterns that often plague today's church leaders.  Carey addresses character issues like envy that can hinder our growth, and he emphasizes the power of multiplication – the idea that true leadership is not about adding followers but multiplying leaders. Whether you're on the brink of resignation, seeking a fresh perspective on digital how-to strategies, or simply wishing to bolster your leadership skills, this podcast is a treasure trove of transformative insights. Join Carey as he navigates the multifaceted world of leadership, ensuring that you're equipped and inspired to lead more effectively.

Skye's new book “What If Jesus Was Serious About Heaven?” Is here! Kaitlyn interviews him about the book, why popular Christian beliefs about heaven are so often unbiblical, and how heaven can become an idol that replaces Jesus as the center of our faith. Also this week: Reactions to the war that's erupted in Israel. How will the End Times industry spin this unprecedented attack? Phil returns from Nashville with insights about why evangelicals are bad at comedy but good at anger. Kaitlyn learns what a “hutchmoot” is. And the Holy Post (producer) has a baby! Holy Post Plus:  Getting Schooled - Taylor Swift 101 https://www.patreon.com/posts/90733851 Why I'm Still a Christian Bonus Episode with Philip Yancey https://www.patreon.com/posts/90734106 0:00 - Intro   0.51 - Show starts   1:57 - Theme Song   2:20 - Sponsor - Sundays Dog Food Get 35% off your first order of Sundays. Go to SundaysForDogs.com/HOLYPOST or use code HOLYPOST at checkout.  3:33 - Israel at War with Hammas   14:42 - Why aren't Christians funny?   41:40 - Sponsor - Fabric by Gerber Life Join the thousands of parents who trust Fabric to protect their family. Apply today in just minutes at www.meetfabric.com/HOLYPOST 42:50 - Sponsor - Dreamland Baby Go to dreamlandbabyco.com and enter my code HOLYPOST at checkout to receive 20% off sitewide + free shipping   44:05 - Interview Intro   45:58 - Why Heaven and what we get wrong about it   55:47 - The Kingdom of Heaven   1:02:57 - Dangers of escapist mentality   1:21:33 - End Credits Links mentioned in news segment:   Hutchmoot http://www.hutchmoot.com/ Other resources: What if Jesus Was Serious About Heaven? By Skye Jethani https://amzn.to/3Q9XeZs Holy Post website: https://www.holypost.com/   Holy Post Plus: www.holypost.com/plus   Holy Post Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/holypost   Holy Post Merch Store: https://www.holypost.com/shop The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.  

The Senate is relaxing its dress code so senators can wear hoodies and gym shorts, but senate staffers are still required to wear suits and ties. Is it a meaningless change or the sign of wider institutional decay? A new study finds 7 out of 10 pastors say their congregations are more fearful about the world and the future. Are they really being shaped by the gospel of Christ or by the fearmongers in the media? And researchers asked religious Americans, what's the bigger problem today—actual racism or false accusations of racism? The responses are telling. Then, author Philip Yancey is back for the 25th anniversary of his best-selling book, “What So Amazing About Grace?” He says our culture is even more divided and condemning than when he first wrote the book in the 1990s, and he examines why grace has fallen out of favor even among Christians and how to get it back. Holy Post Plus:  Getting Schooled - Christian Asks - How Can We Know an Unknowable God? https://www.patreon.com/posts/89886985 0:00 - Intro   1:31 - Show starts   2:05 - Theme Song   2:28 - Sponsor - Faithful Counseling Get 10% off your first month at www.faithfulcounseling.com/HOLYPOST 3:41 - Taylor Swift   6:34 - Dress Codes   15:44 - Growing fear in church congregations   36:20 - White Evangelicals claim racism is overblown 43:46 - Sponsor - Sundays Dog Food Get 35% off your first order of Sundays. Go to www.SundaysForDogs.com/HOLYPOST or use code HOLYPOST at checkout - Sponsor - Fast Growing Trees Get 15% off  your entire order when you go to www.fastgrowingtrees.com/HOLYPOST but only through October 15th   46:01 - Interview Intro Philip Yancey   48:07 - The original version of  “What's So Amazing About Grace”   53:29 - The need for grace   1:08:12 - Why social outcasts are often drawn to Jesus   1:15:27 - End Credits Links mentioned in news segment:   Skye's Twitter Rant - https://twitter.com/SkyeJethani/status/1704855253156610395?s=20   Nearly 70% of churchgoers have 'a growing sense of fear': Lifeway Research  https://www.christianpost.com/news/nearly-70-percent-of-churches-have-a-growing-sense-of-fear-lifeway.html   White Christians say too many see racism when it's not there, new poll finds https://www.washingtonpost.com/religion/2023/08/29/white-christians-pew-poll-racism/ Other resources: What's So Amazing About Grace? Revised and Updated by Philip Yancey https://amzn.to/3t6TIWK   Holy Post website: https://www.holypost.com/   Holy Post Plus: www.holypost.com/plus   Holy Post Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/holypost   Holy Post Merch Store: https://www.holypost.com/shop The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.  

Philip Yancey is an award-winning author, renowned theologian, and influential speaker who has written 13 Gold Medallion award-winning books and won two ECPA Book of the Year awards for What's So Amazing About Grace? And The Jesus I Never Knew.  Today, I had the wonderful opportunity to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the bestselling book, What's So Amazing About Grace? with author Philip Yancey.  The question is just as relevant now as it was when the book was first published.  It still holds true that the most important things in life are love, forgiveness and grace. Regardless of your religious or spiritual beliefs, Philip invites us to question how we understand grace and how we extend it to ourselves and others.   Learn more about Philip Yancey and his works at:  www.philipyancey.com www.facebook.com/philipyancey www.instagram.com/philipyanceyofficial/ www.twitter.com/philipyancey What's So Amazing About Grace?