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Open Your Mind, Open a Free AudiobookNot a Hopeless Case: 6 Vital Questions from Young Adults for a Church in Crisis Audiobook by Halee Gray ScottListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 613386
Title: Not a Hopeless Case: 6 Vital Questions from Young Adults for a Church in Crisis
Author: Halee Gray Scott
Narrator: Halee Scott
Format: Unabridged
Length: 6:14:00
Language: English
Release date: 04-25-23
Publisher: Zondervan Publishing Company
Genres: Religion & Spirituality, Counseling & Inspirational
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Is America the next missionary graveyard? Or is it ripe for spiritual revolution? The statistics seem grim. Every year, the decline of Christianity continues at a rapid pace, especially among young adults. Churches across the country are closing their doors, dying, or are...2023-04-256h 14
Christian Curious96. How Can Our Work Make a Difference?Every year, more churches are closing their doors than opening them. A 2021 study conducted by LifeWay Research revealed that 4,500 churches closed in America, and only 3,000 opened.A few questions I often present to pastors are "If your church were to close, would your neighborhood notice? What good is your church doing in the community?"In this episode of Christian Curious, we speak with Catherine Pearson, the founder of the Goodmakers Society. We chat about how individuals and organizations can seek societal good. Catherine holds a degree in business and finance from Sheffield Hallam University and i...2022-08-3127 minChristian Curious95. What Do Kids Think Adults Should Know About Their Generation?Teaching between generations is often one-way. In the home, parents teach their kids. In school, teachers teach the children. But what if we changed direction to see what we can learn from children? The Scriptures place a high value on children. When the disciples asked who was greatest in the kingdom of heaven, Jesus answered, “‘Who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven?’ And calling to him a child, he put him in the midst of them and said, ‘Truly, I say to you, unless you turn and become like children, you will never enter the kingdom o...2022-08-2627 minChristian CuriousEpisode 94: Who is Generation Z?Millennials are perhaps the most studied generation in history. For years, new studies on Millennials seemed to be published every day. But there is a new generation on the rise; a generation markedly different from preceding generations: Generation Z.Born anywhere from 1996 to 2012, we still have much to learn about this generation. In this episode of Christian Curious, Dr. Halee chats with two members of Gen Z to learn more...2022-08-1628 minChristian Curious93. What is the Secret to a Successful Writing Process?There is power in the written word. Words can cut like swords, heal like salve, and preserve like stone. We don't question the power of writing... but we do wonder if there's a secret to the writing process. After all, most writers know that as satisfying as finishing a piece of writing can be, the process is often fraught with frustration. In this episode of Christian Curious, we chat with Dr. Doug Groothuis. He's written 15 books and published in several papers. So, we thought he'd know a few things about writing (such as how to stay in yo...2022-08-0927 min
The Republican ProfessorHome-Sick for a Place That Doesn't Exist Anymore: Spiritual Formation Scholar & Christian Curious Radio Host Dr. Halee Gray Scott, Ph.D. (Ep. 75)"Halee, what happened to you was rape. And if you don't call it that, you're never going to get better," Halee’s co-worker said to Halee when she finally told someone the true story 4 months later.
Our guest today is the Christian spiritual formation and leadership scholar Dr. Halee Gray Scott, Ph.D. She speaks with a slight, charming Texas drawl.
"I grew up in serious country," Texas-native Dr. Halee Gray Scott, Ph.D., begins her story by saying. "I swam in crocodile-infested waters" exploring the nooks and crannies of the East-Texas wilderness. Her childhood was at the same time id...2022-08-061h 56Christian Curious92. What is Critical Race Theory?At the time of this podcast recording, it is August 2022. Summer is drawing to a close, and in just a few weeks students will return to public schools in droves. Several of them will be taught Critical Race Theory as a part of their curriculum and, according to apologist and philosopher Dr. Doug Groothuis, this should raise concern for Christians. What is Critical Race Theory (CRT), and how does it conflate with Christian and American ideals? Is there an alternative that could honestly depict America's flaws while championing a hopeful future? In this episode of...2022-08-0328 minChristian Curious91. How Can You Evangelize to Young Adults?Have you ever been 'evangelized' to? What did it feel like? What emotions did it evoke?Here's the truth: evangelism can be unsettling. Why is that, and is there a better way to reach non-believers with the good news of the gospel? The answer to that question starts with evaluating WHY non-believers are turned off to Christianity in the first place. So, in this episode of Christian Curious, we chat with Asia Nicholson, the young adult leader at The Bridge Ministry at First Baptist Church of Glenarden, to do just that. These are...2022-07-2626 minChristian Curious90. What Does It Mean to Be a Christian?What does it mean to be a Christian? Unfortunately, Christian culture can put stipulations and standards on the title that aren't exactly biblical. In some circles, there are standards to pass: do you go to church every Sunday? Are your parents divorced or married? Do you struggle with addiction?In this episode of Christian Curious, we speak with Asia Nicholson to explore what it really means to be a Christian in the 21st century. Asia is a woman of many talents, giftedness, and an incredible life story. She is the leade...2022-07-2027 minChristian Curious89. What Does The Universe Tell Us About God?UFOs. The Expansion of the Universe. The Multiverse. We have a tendency to fear what we don't understand. Is there a place for faith in the realm of astrophysics? Our guest on this episode of Christian Curious, Dr. Jeff Zwerinck, is convinced that the answer is yes. He helps us explore the following question: What Does the Universe Tell Us About God?Learn more at christiancurious.comInstagram: @christiancuriousFacebook: @ChristianCuriousOnAirDr. Zwerinck is a research scholar at Reasons to Believe. He earned a PhD in astrophysics from Iowa State University. His writing...2022-07-1328 min
Christian Curious88. How Does Education Contribute to a Successful Democracy?It's a question we've been debating for decades: is there political imbalance in higher education? If there is, how does that impact our educational experience? A recent study compiled by professors from differing political perspectives unequivocally concluded that liberal professors are overrepresented on college campuses and universities. Thomas Jefferson once wrote that "A well informed citizenry is a vital requisite for our survival as a free people." However, in recent years there has been a spike in grade inflation and a reduction in attention span. In this episode of The Christian Curious Podcast, we...2022-06-2826 minChristian Curious87. How is Christianity Unique Among Other Religions?Christianity is the most practiced religion in the world, but what makes it different from the rest? What aspects compel people to believe the claims of Jesus over alternate world views? In this episode of Christian Curious, Dr. Halee Gray Scott speaks with apologist and author, Dr. Doug Groothius, who recently published a new edition of his classic work Christian Apologetics. Listeners will learn how to think deeply about and defend their faith.Shownotes: https://www.christiancurious.com/blog/what-makes-christianity-unique-among-other-religions2022-06-2228 minChristian Curious86. Are Science and Faith Really Enemies? (Part 2)(Part 2) In the last century or so, there has been a growing chasm between science and religion. However, our hunch is that they're more related than they might seem. So, in this episode of Christian Curious, we will explore the age-old question: are science and faith really enemies? We spoke with Dr. Sy Garte who has a Ph.D in biochemistry and is the author of “The Work of His Hands: A Scientist’s Journey from Atheism to Faith” to learn more. Shownotes: https://www.christiancurious.com/blog/science-and-faith2022-06-1413 minChristian Curious85. Are Science and Faith Really Enemies? (Part 1)In the last century or so, there has been a growing chasm between science and religion. However, our hunch is that they're more related than they might seem. So, in this episode of Christian Curious, we will explore the age-old question: are science and faith really enemies? We spoke with Dr. Sy Garte who has a Ph.D in biochemistry and is the author of “The Work of His Hands: A Scientist’s Journey from Atheism to Faith” to learn more. Shownotes: https://www.christiancurious.com/blog/science-and-faith2022-06-1413 minChristian CuriousEpisode 84: How Can You Be a Great Mom Without Losing Your Own Identity?Many women struggle to maintain their interests, hobbies, friendships, and even their identities once they become a mother. Many feel guilty for taking time for self-care. But as we all know, we have to take care of ourselves first before we care care for others.So how can we be a great mom and still maintain our own identity? Today, Halee and Caryn Rivadeneira address that question.Caryn is an award-winning author of more than twenty books for both children and adults. Her work has appeared in Sojourners, Christianity Today, Relevant, ThinkChristian, and Engineering and...2022-05-1726 minChristian CuriousEpisode 83: What Makes a Good Mom?On this weeks episode, Halee is joined by Caryn Rivadeneira, author more than twenty books including Mama's Got a Fake I.D. and Saints of Feather and Fang. Halee and Caryn explore the question, "What makes a good mom?" Ladened with so many expectations from both self and society, it can be difficult to discern what it really means to be a good mom. To find out more about Caryn, visit her website. 2022-05-1029 minChristian CuriousEpisode 82: How Do You Know You're In a Toxic Church?Churches (and church leaders) behaving badly top news headlines far too often. So how do you know if you're in a toxic church?Today, Halee will be discussing the factors that can help you identify if you are in a toxic church. She is joined by Laura McKnight Barringer, author of the book, A Church Called Tov. Listen in as Halee and Laura discuss how to know if you're in a toxic church.You can find out more about Laura by visiting her on Instagram. 2022-05-1027 minChristian Curious81. What is the Human Story Behind the Images from Ukraine?Today I'm speaking with Olena Shev, who grew up near Chernobyl.2022-04-0429 minChristian Curious80. What is happening in Ukraine?What is happening in Ukraine and why does it matter?My guest, Dr. Mark R. Elliot is an expert on Russia and the editor of the East West Church Ministry Report. You can find out more about his ministry here: https://www.eastwestreport.org/about/editor2022-04-0427 min
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