Culture Matters

Continuing our conversation from last week, if we're thinking about a Godly approach to work and rest, then how can we think about play? Where does playfulness fit into our lives, that's honoring God and pushing back darkness, and ultimately looking to the future glory of God's new heavens and new earth. Topics DiscussedRediscovering Joy Through PlayThe Beauty of Rest, Work, PlayEternal Glory and Hope in ImperfectionRecommended and Mentioned ResourcesListen to Ty's sermon "The Rhythm of Glory"Follow us on socialInstagram-- Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. If you would like to sponsor this show, email sponsor@thegoodpodcast.co

What does it look like to rest well? When we work from our significance in Christ instead of our own, we can pair the mission of God with the heart of God for the flourishing of all people. In this way, Christianity offers an antithesis to the hustle culture that we are bombarded with everyday. Elizabeth and Tymarcus invite Jonathan Dodson on to have a conversation about work & rest.Topics DiscussedWork, Community, and FlourishingCultural Tribute Through WorkEmbracing Rest as God's CreationRest and the Beauty of CreationRecommended and Mentioned ResourcesThe Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by John Mark ComerThe Rest of Life by Ben Witherington III3 Body Problem - Netflix SeriesFollow us on socialInstagram-- Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. If you would like to sponsor this show, email sponsor@thegoodpodcast.co

On this episode, we explore the multifaceted role of Mary and motherhood in faith with our guest Caroline Smiley, a Bible and theology teacher and current PhD student. Caroline provides a rich analysis of Mary’s portrayal in the Gospel of Luke, focusing on her agency and emotional depth. In our conversation, we emphasize the deep connection between human relationships and encountering Christ.We also explore the creation narrative in Genesis, emphasizing the intentional equality and dignity of men and women as bearers of God's image.Topics DiscussedExploring Mary & Motherhood in FaithThe Importance of Varying Perspectives in Biblical InterpretationEncountering Christ Through RelationshipEmbracing EmotionsGod's Design of Equality in CreationFollow us on social:Instagram-- Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. If you would like to sponsor this show, email sponsor@thegoodpodcast.co

The podcast discusses the intersection of social media, self-care, and Godly wisdom. They explore the balance between healthy self-care practices and potential harm, emphasizing the importance of addressing toxic behavior in relationships. The conversation reflects on Jesus' compassion towards flawed disciples and highlights the significance of trusting in God's timing in navigating relationships. They encourage listeners to prioritize fruitfulness over comfort and pursue flourishing even if it means stepping out of their comfort zone.

On this episode of Culture Matters, we sit down with Chad Lawson and Logan Helm from Citizens Church to discuss how things like anxiety, technology, fear and misconceptions of God shape our prayer practices. We hope to offer encouragement to view prayer as an ongoing, heartfelt conversation with God rather than a formal obligation, underscoring that even imperfect attempts at prayer are valuable in building a deeper relationship with Him.Topic DiscussedExploring Prayer in Modern CultureGod's Attentive Response to PrayerOvercoming Fears and Anxiety in EvangelismPractical Tips for Prayer LifeThe Nature and Practice of PrayerFollow us on social:Instagram-- Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. If you would like to sponsor this show, email sponsor@thegoodpodcast.co

We're back with a new season and to kick things off we are going to tackle some of the bigger news items from the past few months. We also talk about some of books, movies, shows and more that we have lately been enjoying...or fighting to get through. Thanks for joining us for another season! We have some really great episodes in store.Topics Covered In This EpisodeThe benefits and woes of a social media fast.The Kendrick Lamar and Drake battle and why character matters.College protests on the Israel/Palestine war and ways to approach that conversation with others.Media we are consuming and why we would recommend it, or not.Mentioned ResourcesTGC Podcast with Andrew WilsonFollow us on social:Instagram-- Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. If you would like to sponsor this show, email sponsor@thegoodpodcast.co

Today is Juneteenth, a day where we celebrate the news of the Emancipation Proclamation finally reaching slaves on the Texas shores. We felt like now would be a good time to revisit the topic of racial division. What are the real steps to breaking the cycles of racial incidents, protests and backlash that we see so often in the United States? We are joined by George Yancey, a professor at Baylor University specializing in race relations, to explore this topic. Yancey shares his deep insights on the progress and pitfalls of race relations in America, highlighting significant milestones, while also addressing the pitfalls of extreme identity politics. Our conversation takes a thoughtful look at the cyclical nature of racial tensions and the need for intentional efforts, outside of moments of crisis, to achieve genuine advancement. We believe that, while not perfect, the Church has the best tools for addressing this issue.Guest ResourcesProfessor Yancy's Book: Beyond Racial DivisionFollow us on social:Instagram-- Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. If you would like to sponsor this show, email sponsor@thegoodpodcast.co

This Summer we are re-visiting a few of our favorite previous episodes. Some from recent seasons, some from not-so-recent. We've had some really amazing and helpful guests on over the years, so while we are busy recording new episodes, we wanted to share these with you! We hope you enjoy them!--In this week's episode, we sit down with a good friend, Aina Carruth, to talk about the hard seasons of friendship, how to make healthy boundaries, and appreciate the beauty of good friendships. Friendships are worth the work and there's so much to learn and glean from persevering in friendship.Follow us on social:Instagram-- Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. If you would like to sponsor this show, email sponsor@thegoodpodcast.co

This Summer we are re-visiting a few of our favorite previous episodes. Some from recent seasons, some from not-so-recent. We've had some really amazing and helpful guests on over the years, so while we are busy recording new episodes, we wanted to share these with you! We hope you enjoy them!Hip-hop artist and writer Jackie Hill Perry joins us and shares the role of art in her story of gospel transformation. She and guest Jahmaol Clark discuss the relationship between hip-hop and the Church.--InstagramEditing and support by The Good Podcast Co. If you would like to sponsor this show, email sponsor@thegoodpodcast.co

This Summer we are re-visiting a few of our favorite previous episodes. Some from recent seasons, some from not-so-recent. We've had some really amazing and helpful guests on over the years, so while we are busy recording new episodes, we wanted to share these with you! We hope you enjoy them!--Is God a foodie? This episode talks about the biblical significance of food and our cultural obsession with it.--InstagramEditing and support by The Good Podcast Co. If you would like to sponsor this show, email sponsor@thegoodpodcast.co