Christ and Culture

Jacob Shatzer: Integrating Faith and Education - EP 148

What is education ultimately for? How should we think about public and private education? And is education merely about job readiness? Dr. Jacob Shatzer returns to the podcast to cast a vision for a theologically rich Christian vision of education. He encourages us to integrate faith and education, and he highlights challenges in education we need to prepare for.
In “Headlines” (1:05), Dr. Brad Littlejohn reacts to conservatism’s recent disdain for institutions. “We’re all Jacobins now,” he says — and he explains what he means by that phrase.
And in “On My Bookshelf” (30:45), Dr. Shatzer recommends a book of fiction.
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Brent Leatherwood & Miles Mullin: The Public Square, Gun Violence, and Prophetic Patriotism - EP 147

How can we be faithful Christians in the public square? Dr. Keathley talks with Brent Leatherwood and Miles Mullin of The Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission. The conversation touches on the public square, pro-life policies, gun violence, and “prophetic patriotism.” (The conversation begins at 1:40)
Plus, in “On My Bookshelf” (33:10), Brent Leatherwood and Miles Mullin tell us what they’re reading right now.
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Webb Simpson and William Kane: Golf to the Glory of God - EP 146

How can you glorify God in golf? PGA tour golfer Webb Simpson and his longtime friend William Kane join us to talk about we can glorify God in all our work and vocation — yes, including golf. The two share their testimonies, share how they maintain a focus on Christ, and explain how they live out the Great Commission in the golf community? (The conversation starts at 7:40.)
Plus, in “Headlines” (1:40), Drs. Ken Keathley and Benjamin Quinn talk about recent political developments in the abortion conversation. And in “On My Bookshelf” (30:15), Webb and William tell us what they’re reading right now.
- You can listen to Webb Simpson and William Kane on The Bible Caddie Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bible-caddie-podcast/id1641539908
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Katie McCoy: Gender and Identity in a Confused Culture - EP 145

“We’re seeing the failures of the sexual revolution.” Katie McCoy joins us to discuss gender, identity, womanhood, and how we can address these topics biblically in an increasingly confused culture. (The conversation starts at 2:00).
Plus, in “On My Bookshelf” (36:25) Dr. McCoy tells us about a book she’s reading right now — and an all-time favorite.
- Katie McCoy's book is "To Be a Woman": https://www.bhpublishinggroup.com/product/to-be-a-woman-2/
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Liz Hall: Our Suffering Has a Purpose - EP 144

Liz Hall wasn’t prepared to suffer. She'd studied suffering in her academic career, but a cancer diagnosis made her realize that she needed to make these truths person. So how can people draw on their faith in times of suffering, and how can we better prepare ourselves and others to suffer well? (The conversation starts at 11:00.)
Plus, in “Headlines” (1:10) Dr. Todd von Helms discusses evidence for the resurrection of Jesus, and in “On My Bookshelf” (33:25) Dr. Von Helms highlights his new book ‘Prayerful: How the Scriptures, History, and Experience Can Shape Our Prayers.’
Are you navigating suffering right now? Dr. Liz Hall has two paid research studies. See if they’re right for you:
- https://www.christiansuffering.com/
- https://www.christianlamentproject.com/
- Learn more about Todd von Helms’ new book ‘Prayerful’: https://www.amazon.com/Prayerful-Scriptures-History-Experience-Prayers/dp/B0CXLZFWHB
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Justin Barrett: Engaging Science to Shape Culture - EP 143

Justin Barrett is a scientist who’s studied, among many things, the uniqueness of human beings. But he’s burdened that Christ-followers are woefully underrepresented in the sciences, and he wants to help change that. He wants more Christians who are “fully-integrated people, that their faith informs, motivates, and affects" how they do their work.
(The conversation starts at 12:20.)
Plus, in “Headlines” (1:10), Benjamin Quinn and Cody Evans talk about March Madness, Jason Kelce, and NASCAR (no joke) and how these topics are connected and relevant right now. And in “On My Bookshelf” (35:10), Dr. Barrett recommends a book he’s reading right now.
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Kenny & Claire Hilliard: Worship for the Weary - EP 142

Kenny and Claire Hilliard always loved music. But when suffering sidetracked their ministry path, music became more than a hobby. It became a calling. Benjamin Quinn talks with them about their story, chronological snobbery, suffering, and worship for the weary. (The conversation starts at 6:25.)
Plus, in “Headlines” (1:20), Nathaniel Williams talks with Aaron Earls about ‘Dune: Part 2’ — and why you won’t “find Aslan” in this story. And in “On My Bookshelf” (24:40), Kenny highlights a book on worship.
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Chelsea Patterson Sobolik: Our Calling Never Changes. Our Assignments Do. - EP 141

Chelsea Patterson Sobolik worked on Capitol Hill. But when her boss was caught up in the MeToo movement, she suddenly lost her job due to no fault of her own. This sent her on a journey to rediscover a gospel vision for women in the workplace — and to write the book she wished she had in that season of confusion. 
 
Sobolik talks to Benjamin Quinn and Megan Dickerson about the book. The conversation addresses seasons of work, assignments vs. calling, the eternal significance of our work, how the gospel reorients our work, sexism in the workplace, and what she wishes men knew about developing a workplace culture. (The conversation begins at 7:30.) 
 
Plus, in “Headlines” (1:00), Dr. Keathley recaps our recent Exploring Personhood conference. And in “On My Bookshelf” (36:10), Chelsea Sobolik recommends a book she’s reading right now.
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George Yancey: Moving Beyond Color Blindness and Antiracism - EP 140

How can Christians address the racial divide? Most people flock to either color blindness or antiracism, but George Yancey thinks there might be a more productive path forward. (The conversation begins at 7:35.)
Plus, in “Headlines” (1:10), Dr. Amanda Aucoin discusses the death of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny.” And in “On My Bookshelf” (23:15), Dr. Yancey recommends a book on identity politics.
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Ana Ávila: ”Productivity Is About Faithfulness” - EP 139

What is productivity, and how does our faith give us a unique perspective on how we use our time? Ana Ávila joins us to talk about this important topic. The conversation touches on topics like limitations, time, the theological significance of sleep, priorities, the necessity of wisdom, and the effects of technology on our productivity. (The conversation begins at 8:55.)
Plus, in “Headlines” (1:10), Dr. Quinn discusses Travis Kelce’s actions in the Super Bowl and explains how sports are “a laboratory for our emotions.” And in “On My Bookshelf” (32:45), Ana recommends a book he’s reading right now.
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- Ana mentioned the classic Tim Keller book, The Freedom of Self-Forgetfulness: https://store.thegospelcoalition.org/product/9781906173418/the-freedom-of-self-forgetfulness-paperback
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