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Be Good to Your BrotherExamples of Faith and The Beginning of The ClimbEpisode #40 This week, we sit down and talk about our Marathon Prep and how we are going to climb this mountain we chose. We share some examples of how people had faith that Jesus could heal them and he did. Sorry we were kinds all over the place today but next week we will have a great interview with an exciting guest. I'm excited for you all to see that. Matthew 9https://begoodtoyourbrother.myshopify.com/Be Good to Your Brother is a weekly podcast, hosted by Jacob Kirby and Gabe Hall. The goal of the BGTYB podcast is to...
2025-11-161h 47
How to Grow My Small Business | Sales & Marketing Strategy for Christian Entrepreneurs90. How to Build a Business without Social Media with guest Gabe CoxLive in North Houston? Join us for We Build., where we align faith and business by growing our network, support each other with best practices and professional development. RSVP for our next meeting on November 4, 2025 here → https://webuild.lindsayfletcher.co
Thank you for joining me today for a discussion with Gabe Cox of Redhot Mindset. In this episode, we talk about:
Incorporating faith into your business
How she lives without social media as a business owner
Evaluating her return on investment when she was on social media
What she she does instead of social medi...
2025-10-2140 min
The Point VATake Heart: Courageous Faith in a Fearful World Pastor Lee Domingue encouraged The Point to live with courageous faith rather than fear, sharing his personal journey from successful entrepreneur to ministry leader and emphasizing that courage isn't the absence of fear but choosing faith in God's presence. He reminded the church that one person's act of courage—like David facing Goliath—can spark transformation in an entire community, and that our courage gives others permission to believe again.
2025-10-1949 min
Pursuing Goals God’s Way: Goal Planning and Business Strategy for Christian EntrepreneursEp 322 | Why Marketing Without Social Media Might Be the Most Faith-Aligned Thing You DoHey Winner,
Are you tired of feeling like your business success depends on chasing trends, dancing for the algorithm, or being constantly “on”? If you’re burned out by social media? OR just wondering if there’s a better way? This episode is your wake-up call.
In Episode 1 of Your Anti-Social Advantage, we’re breaking down the exhaustion of traditional online marketing and introducing a fresh, values-aligned approach to growing your business without the overwhelm. It’s simple. It’s sustainable. And, yes, it honors your faith and your family.
🎧 This is the episode I wish so...
2025-10-0706 min
The Point VAAsking For A Friend: Keeping the Faith When You Can't Keep the Lights On What do you do when the bills stack up and faith feels hard to hold onto? In week four of our series, Asking for a Friend, Pastor Gabe unpacks 2 Kings 4 and shows how God meets us in our financial stress with wisdom, provision, and hope.
2025-10-0539 min
Be Good to Your BrotherHow to strengthen your faith.Episode #32 This week, we sit down and talk about Faith and Love, and talk about some hard topics. Shout out to Joe for helping us out and RK for the tough questions. Feel free to leave a comment or question, and we will address them in a future episode. Ephesians 3:12Be Good to Your Brother is a weekly podcast, hosted by Jacob Kirby and Gabe Hall. The goal of the BGTYB podcast is to provide a resource and education stream to anyone interested in self-improvement and further development. The BGTYB podcast is driven by faith and our three core...
2025-09-211h 33
Kingdom ConversationsIs our faith strong?As we wrap up year three of Kingdom Conversations, we discuss how our faith and relationships with Jesus can stay strong. In a world where deconstructing in the faith is becoming popular, how can we help others not get to that point?
2025-08-0153 min
A Thousand Natural Shocks With Gabe S. DunnREPLAY: Money Magic with Witch Sarah Faith GottesdienerOriginal Air Date: June 13, 2023We get deeply magical this week as we lean into the feelings part of the podcast with Moon Studio's Sarah Faith Gottesdiener. Money is ancestral, symbolic, deeply intimate and has a huge impact on our nervous systems, especially for listeners of this show who are introverts, neurodivergent, or sensitive to conflict. Gabe is excited to get spiritual about finances! What is future-casting? What's the difference between witchcraft, manifestation, and the toxic "wellness industry" mindset? Do we have to believe in angel numbers and signs? What is "enoughness" and how do we achieve it??
2025-06-1037 min
THINQ Media PodcastFaith in the Face of Persecution: Gia Chacón | Episode 332In this episode, we're confronting a sobering yet deeply inspiring reality—the persecution of Christians around the world. You'll hear from Gia Chacon, a humanitarian, speaker, and founder of For the Martyrs, an organization dedicated to raising awareness and providing aid to persecuted Christians globally. Gia shares first-hand stories of believers who remain steadfast in their faith despite intense suffering. She challenges us to consider what true faith looks like in the face of opposition and how we, as the global Church, can stand in solidarity with those risking everything for the gospel. Listen in as Gia reminds us th...
2025-05-1414 minPursuing Goals God’s Way: Goal Planning and Business Strategy for Christian EntrepreneursDay 4 - 5 Non-Negotiables to Win with SEO in 2025 with Faith HananWelcome to the Grow Your Biz without Social virtual event (April 14-18).
Once talks are released, they will be available through April 20 on the podcast. New talks released each day throughout the event!
Need to register still or want to share with a friend? (lots of goodies included in the event!) 👉 https://growwithoutsocial.com/
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Want to get found online without the social media hustle? In this session, Faith—SEO expert, copywriter, and host of Simple...
2025-04-1721 min
Everyday Faith PodcastPt 2: Gabe Craig + Multiplying Fish with GodWelcome back to the Everyday Faith Podcast! Last week, Gabe Craig shared so many inspiring stories in Part 1, and today’s continuation will leave you encouraged and ready to see God move in unexpected ways.Do you ever feel nervous about sharing your faith or inviting friends and family to church? For many of us, it's one of the hardest things to do. But in today’s episode, Gabe shows us what’s possible when we choose to lean in and plant seeds. He’ll share how he nurtured a relationship for years, even when it might have see...
2025-01-1519 min
Everyday Faith PodcastPt 1: Gabe Craig + Coffee Shop ConnectionsWhat if God wants to use a piece of your story to touch someone else’s life? In this week’s episode of the Everyday Faith Podcast, we sit down with Gabe Craig, a seasoned videographer and photographer who’s worked with various ministries, including Promise Keepers. Gabe shares his incredible journey from a thrill-seeking lifestyle to a radical transformation that’s now centered on living fully for the Kingdom of God.Gabe’s stories reveal how God has used his life and experiences to connect with others in powerful ways. He shares about a coffee shop moment whe...
2025-01-0824 minTHINQ Media PodcastWhat A.I. Wants: Gabe Lyons | Episode 309Gabe Lyons provides a critical review of artificial intelligence (A.I.) and discusses how Christians should thoughtfully engage with technology. He highlights A.I.'s significant role in daily life and expresses concerns regarding the decline in human cognitive abilities. Gabe points to decreased hippocampal activity due to over-reliance on technology, leading to a culture where convenience might overshadow critical thinking and meaningful engagement. Listen in as he stresses the importance of understanding A.I.'s impact on humanity's God-given purpose. You'll learn how to seek divine wisdom through faith and scripture to prioritize human...
2024-12-0313 minTHINQ Media PodcastFinding Faith Through Atheism: Dr. Denis Alexander | Episode 278Do you believe science has its roots in Christian thought? In this episode, Gabe talks with Dr. Denis Alexander, Emeritus Director of The Faraday Institute for Science and Religion and Emeritus Fellow of St Edmund's College, Cambridge. They discuss what science can and can't tell us. They also discuss Dr. Alexander's books, including his latest, Coming to Faith Through Dawkins, which is a compilation of the faith journeys of 12 men and women from different backgrounds who all reached the same conclusion: that Christianity is more intellectually undeniable than New Atheism. Listen in as th...
2024-05-0730 minTHINQ Media PodcastThe Intersection of Dreams, Memories and Faith: Dr. Connie Svob | Episode 277Since Biblical times, God has used dreams to talk to people. In this episode, Gabe interviews Connie Svob, Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychology (in Psychiatry) at Columbia University Irving Medical Center and the Whitaker Scholar in Developmental Neuropsychiatry. They discuss the significance of dreams and memories and how they intersect our faith and mental health. Connie shares from her research and makes the distinction between nightmares, existential and transcendent dreams. She also describes her work to bridge autobiographical memory, religious beliefs and mental health. Listen in as Connie reveals how dreams can help u...
2024-05-0226 minPursuing Goals God’s Way: Goal Planning and Business Strategy for Christian EntrepreneursEp 247 | How Can You Do SEO Simply? Breaking Down Website SEO to Make it Less Scary with Faith HananHey Winner,
When social media marketing started, Faith Hanan was all over that and poured so much time and effort into it, only to realize that she couldn’t sustainably do that and maintain the type of boundaries and presence that she wanted for herself and her family. So she took those same skills that she was using on social media and poured them into sustainable marketing in terms of SEO content.
And that’s why today I wanted her to come on the show to share more about how we can do SEO simply, so t...
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Faith & Money for Couples | Budgeting, Debt Freedom, Money Stewardship | Christian Podcast [The Jolie Harris Show]How to Set Attainable Goals with God at the Center w/ Gabe CoxSend me a text! (I might answer you in an episode)Setting realistic goals and getting guidance from God are key to achieving success in your business!In this episode, I talk to business strategist and podcast host Gabe Cox about how to set attainable goals that align with your faith. This is a super actionable training, so be ready to write notes and take action!Links Mentioned:Gabe's WebsitePursuing Goals God's Way PodcastRegister for Gabe's free virtual e...
2024-04-0842 min
Rhythms for LifePracticing Presence: Faith Eury ChoIn this episode of the Rhythms for Life Podcast, Gabe interviews speaker and pastor, Faith Eury Cho. By drawing on Brother Lawrence’s ancient wisdom about intimacy with God and her own personal experiences throughout her life, Faith helps us know how to experience God’s presence more fully in today’s complicated world. Faith helps us understand how to build a friendship with God that helps us through the wildness we all will experience in life.
Join us for the Rhythms Retreat in Franklin, November 16-17. Learn more at https://www.rebekahlyons.com/retreat. Use the code RFL10...
2023-10-1829 min
Woven Wings LiveBuilding Multi Faith Coalitions for Civic Change (w/ Shariq Abdul Ghani and the Minaret Foundation)In a time where narratives in news often focus on divisions in our societies, there are still those that pursue the seemingly trite understanding that we have more in common than we often appreciate. We’re joined today by Shariq Abdul Ghani, executive director of a Houston based interfaith community building organization, to discuss:- What value comes out of bringing together people from different faiths, and what challenges arise?- What special values do faith practitioners bring to the table that make them particularly capable of advocating for change? - How do you...
2023-09-271h 07Pursuing Goals God’s Way: Goal Planning and Business Strategy for Christian EntrepreneursEp 207 | Empowering Kingdom Women to Pursue Joy, Peace, Fulfillment and Faith through Life’s Storms with Wendy WallaceHey Winner,
A flesh-eating bacterial infection landed Wendy Wallace in a coma, a 3-month hospital stay, and amputations of both hands and both feet. What we might consider that to be one of the worst things that could happen to us, is something that Wendy says was actually for her good and for God’s glory.
I’ll link her inspiring story in the show notes if you want to dive deeper into that, but she is now living what she calls her “One Exceptional Life” where God has comforted her in all her tribulation so that...
2023-09-1237 minA Thousand Natural Shocks With Gabe S. DunnMoney Magic with Witch Sarah Faith GottesdienerWe get deeply magical this week as we lean into the feelings part of the podcast with Moon Studio's Sarah Faith Gottesdiener. Money is ancestral, symbolic, deeply intimate and has a huge impact on our nervous systems, especially for listeners of this show who are introverts, neurodivergent, or sensitive to conflict. Gabe is excited to get spiritual about finances! What is future-casting? What's the difference between witchcraft, manifestation, and the toxic "wellness industry" mindset? Do we have to believe in angel numbers and signs? What is "enoughness" and how do we achieve it??This has be...
2023-06-1337 min
The Point VADaniel: A Framework for Faith Throughout the first six chapters of the book of Daniel we are reminded of God's faithfulness to His people in difficult times. In week six of our series, Pastor Gabe teaches from Daniel 6 on the faithfulness of Daniel, and the characteristics of a faith that pleases God.
2023-05-2136 min
That Checks Out w/ Gabe and FelixWhat are the Chances? That Checks Out w/ Gabe & Felix (featuring special guest Chance Willie)Lock in and join us in a discussion about country lunch with Bob, faith, and some of our favorite comics! Find us on our socials
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2023-04-111h 16
The Point VAA Claim to Faith In week four of our series on James, Pastor Gabe continues teaching from James 2 on what is considered to be one of the most controversial and misinterpreted passages in the Bible. It's because of this passage that Martin Luther called James an "epistle of straw." James gives us a very convicting challenge in terms of how true faith is demonstrated.
2022-09-2541 min
The Trail AheadGabe Vasquez: Environmental Equity, Accessibility, and ConservationGabe Vasquez is a first-generation American who was born and raised in the borderlands. He is the founder of Nuestra Tierra, an organization focused on supporting and creating thriving border communities via outdoor engagement. Gabe has served his community as a Las Cruces City Councilor, staff member for U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich, and by helping to protect New Mexico’s environment and public lands.He joins the podcast to help us better understand how we can honor and connect with the history of the land and the people of the borderland. Gabe also shares his path to...
2022-06-071h 09
DJ Gabe NewsDJ Gabe News (Season 1 Episode 1)DJ Gabe News (Season 1 Episode 1) SCRIPT DJ Gabe News Is Brought To You By DJ Gabe, G Beats, trac, Indiefy Inc., and Amuse AB. Now To DJ Gabe News With DJ Gabe and HIs Christian Music News. 🎶 DJ Gabe News Intro Music🎶 DJ Gabe: Hello, and welcome to DJ Gabe News. I’m DJ Gabe, and today I will be talking about some new Christian Music. And also showing you a preview of some new Christian Music. For this week, we will be doing the top 5 New Christian Music This Week. Starting with number 5, All My Life - Live by Planetshak...
2021-11-1207 min
The Jesus TacticsHope When Your Faith Falls Apart - Brandi's StoryStories are powerful. They can bring us hope and inspire us to keep going. On this episode, Brandi shares her story from moving from an ordered faith through disorder (deconstruction) and how she is reorienting her life in a new way. Brandi's story is raw and real, plus she shares great wisdom for those who are going through disorder. Brandi also shares what was important and not important in her journey. Finally, if you know someone who is going through a faith crisis, Brandi shares how to help you walk with someone through these difficult times.
2021-09-1538 min
The Jesus TacticsHope When Your Faith Falls ApartDo you feel as though you are going through a crisis of belief? You don't know that you believe what you were taught growing up in the church? You may feel scared, confused, uncertain based on what you are going through? You are not alone. In season two, we will be talking to people who have gone through a crisis of belief and have deconstructed their faith, and found hope through the process.
It is a process driven by the Holy Spirit, who is pulling you to a much deeper, richer, fuller life with Jesus, even if...
2021-09-1016 minTHINQ Media PodcastEpisode 203 | The State of Faith & Work: Luke BoboIn our unique cultural moment, how is the local church being equipped to advance the common good? In this episode of the Q Ideas Podcast, Luke Bobo joins Gabe Lyons to engage this question. Luke serves as director of strategic partnerships for Made to Flourish, an organization that empowers pastors and their churches to integrate faith, work and economic wisdom for the flourishing of their communities. Together, Luke and Gabe share an honest conversation about how our churches can champion these ideas as a way to advance good. To learn more from Made to Flourish, make plans...
2021-08-1228 min
The Trail AheadDr. Gabe Patterson: Climbing, Community and Celebrating DifferenceRanching, haircuts, sustainable materials and so much more. We had a blast talking to Gabriel Dixon Patterson about his play and his work. Gabe is a Biomaterials Scientist with a PhD in Agricultural and Environmental Chemistry from University of California, Davis. Congrats Gabe! He is a climber, the founder of Soul Ascension Crew, and an ambassador at We Got Next, a non-profit aimed at increasing representation in the outdoors. Read more about Gabe at Melanin Basecamp.For more information about Faith, Addie and The Trail Ahead go to https://www.thislanddoc.com/thetrailahead.
2021-06-2233 minTHINQ Media PodcastEpisode 164 | The Power of Faith & Liberty: Pat Murdock In a divided, isolated and confusing cultural moment, what can we learn from the history of our country and those who came before us? From its founding to now, Pat Murdock argues that throughout American history, we see a long line of leaders, visionaries and change-makers who were inspired by the values of faith and liberty. As the executive director of the new Faith & Liberty Discovery Center coming to Philadelphia in 2021, Pat shares why this historical perspective is so important for our current moment—and how we can apply those same values to advance good today.
2020-09-1026 min
Q IdeasAn unlikely friendship – Tiffany Whittier and Michael KentWhen probation officer Tiffany Whittier was assigned to self-avowed white supremacist Michael Kent, an unlikely friendship developed, eventually leading Michael away from a life of racism. Tiffany and Michael will talk about building relationships in unexpected places and finding safe spaces to grow while standing firm in our convictions.
2020-07-0431 minQ IdeasOvercoming polarization in our cities – JP DeGanceJP DeGance, founder of Communio, joins Gabe for a thoughtful dialogue on how we advance good and overcome the polarization in our cities. Communio equips churches with data insights and ministry best practices to foster healthier relationships for singles, those preparing for marriage, married couples, and those in marital crisis.
2020-06-2731 minQ IdeasPost-truth trends – David KinnamanBut in a society plagued by skepticism, “fake news,” and distrust, where can people turn for comfort and direction? David Kinnaman of Barna Research explains how Christians can provide a hopeful presence for a culture that is floundering.
2020-06-2031 minQ IdeasFrom shame to purity – Mo IsomWith raw vulnerability and a bold spirit, former soccer star Mo Isom shares her own sexual testimony, opening up the conversation about misguided rule-following, virginity, temptation, porn, promiscuity, false sex-pectations, sex in marriage, and more...calling readers back to God’s original design for sex–a way to worship and glorify him.
2020-06-1331 minQ IdeasKingdom Virtues – Tony EvansIn the midst of our ethnic tensions, Tony Evans seeks to bring a message and reality to diverse groups of people. Tony will help us think through what it means to be Kingdom-oriented in our thinking, actions, and faith to bring the rule of God’s love to earth.
2020-06-0631 minQ IdeasBuilding bridges between ethnic groups – LaTasha Morrison
In society, racism is more prevalent than ever, engendering doubts, fears, suspicions, and even hostility about the “other.” LaTasha Morrison provides a framework through which we can engage others in a way that leads to reconciliation, peace, and mutual benefit to one another.
2020-05-3031 minQ IdeasFrom the broken place – Bianca Olthoff, Bryan Stevenson and Catherine HokeDoes God form us in all circumstances, even incarceration? Bianca Olthoff speaks about creating church in prison and witnessing the power of God to forgive and bring new life. Bryan Stevenson and Cathrine Hoke talk about how churches can help bring life transformation to prisoners.
2020-05-2331 minQ IdeasUnderstanding our cultural moment – Greg ThompsonUnderstanding our current cultural climate may feel like an impossible quest. Greg Thompson of Thriving Cities helps us find clarity and perspective so we are equipped to help others make sense of our unique cultural moment.
2020-05-1631 minQ IdeasMapping environmental injustice – Rusty PritchardResource economist and Tearfund advisor Rusty Pritchard helps us focus our understanding of place and space toward an awareness of the geography in which we live. He helps us understand how past decisions have created unjust environments for under-resourced people groups, and our opportunity to change this reality.
2020-05-0931 minQ IdeasPatient pluralism – David ColemanExisting in an ideologically-diverse culture can be challenging. David Coleman, President and Chief Executive Officer of The College Board, believes that institutional diversity, civil disagreement, and patience with others whose beliefs differ from yours creates the best learning environments.
2020-05-0231 minQ IdeasHealing our cities – Chris Seay and Rob PeabodyChris Seay, a Houston pastor who helped mobilize resources in the wake of Hurricane Harvey, and Rob Peabody, founder of a technology company VOMO that helps people volunteer to meet the needs of their city, tell their story of responding to local needs after a hurricane hit Houston.
2020-04-2531 minQ IdeasEmbracing our Kingdom ethnicity over our earthly ethnicities – D.A. HortonAuthor, pastor and professor of intercultural studies, D.A. Horton, joins Gabe Lyons for a candid and hopeful conversation about how we can embrace Kingdom ethnicity in a divided world. D.A.’s latest book, "Intensional: Kingdom Ethnicity in a Divided World," goes deeper into each of these topics.
2020-04-1831 minQ IdeasFood, fellowship and the Spriptures – Danielle Walker and Margaret FeinbergPaleo food expert Danielle Walker talks about the power of food not only in nurturing our bodies, but drawing us together in community. Margaret Feinberg talks about how foods and ingredients like salt speak to us through the pages of Scripture.
2020-04-1131 minQ IdeasTalking to strangers – Malcolm GladwellEven though there are those who will betray or deceive us, Malcolm Gladwell talks about how we’re wired to enter into deep relationship, trusting one another. And because of COVID-19 pandemic, Gabe Lyons updates us on the move to make Q2020 a 2-day virtual summit.
2020-04-0431 minQ IdeasDaily Liturgy – Douglas McKelvey and Justin Whitmel Earley
How can liturgy inform our faith? Douglas McKelvey, author of "Every Moment Holy," and Justin Whitmel Earley of The Common Rule talk about the impact of daily liturgical rhythms. Plus, Gabe updates Q2020 to further explain how it will be a 2-day virtual summit due to the coronavirus pandemic.
2020-03-2831 minQ IdeasFaithfulness in an age of distraction – Gabe Lyons – Part 2How often have you looked at your cellphone today? How do the daily distractions like that affect our ability to love God and others? In a message that Gabe Lyons delivered at his local church in Nashville, he talks about how we can live faithfully in our age of distraction.
2020-03-2131 minQ IdeasFaithfulness in an age of distraction – Gabe Lyons – part 1How often have you looked at your cellphone today? How do the daily distractions like that affect our ability to love God and others? In a message that Gabe Lyons delivered at his local church in Nashville, he talks about how we can live faithfully in our age of distraction.
2020-03-1431 minQ IdeasQ2020 preview – why Christians should gather and prepare – Gabe LyonsGabe Lyons takes a deep dive into some of the most important issues for the year ahead and reminds us why it’s so important for Christians to gather, prepare and engage these critical topics and ideas. Gabe shares how this is the heart behind Q Conference (April 22-24 in Nashville, TN).
2020-03-0731 minQ IdeasPolitical homelessness and confronting identity politics – Michael Wear and Justin GiboneyWith both political parties support things that Christians oppose, Michael Wear talks about being politically homeless. And that's ok. Plus, as labels and the tribalism continue to grow in our politics, Justin Giboney of the AND Campaign examines the reality and the limits of identity politics.
2020-02-2931 minQ IdeasWalking in faith through a volcanic future – Leonard Sweet – Part 2In the face of eruptive and disruptive culture changes from economics and communications to bioethics and beyond, Leonard Sweet helps us understand how we fight fire with fire, not only catching up to our culture but leading our friends and neighbors to the feet of Christ.
2020-02-1531 minQ IdeasWalking in faith through a volcanic future – Leonard Sweet – Part 1Leonard Sweet joins Gabe Lyons for a thought-provoking conversation about our chaotic cultural moment and how Christians ought to prepare for an uncertain future. In his newest book, "Rings of Fire," Leonard maps out the future for the church in a sweeping survey of the twenty-first century.
2020-02-0831 minQ IdeasFaith: irrelevant or irresistible – David Kinnaman and Scott SaulsBarna Group's David Kinnaman explains why many see the Christian faith as irrelevant. Then Scott Sauls, author of "Irresistible Faith," gives a blueprint for pursuing this vision in our current moment, of redeemed individuals and a renewed community working for a restored world.
2020-01-2531 minQ IdeasThe harm of privilege – Amy Julia Becker and LeCraeOn this Martin Luther King weekend, LeCrae talks with Gabe Lyons about race, righteous anger and resolution. Then, through her own story, Amy Julia Becker will show us how a life behind a white picket fence can restrict even as it protects, preventing us from loving our neighbors well.
2020-01-1831 minQ IdeasMillennials and Gen Z – The great opportunity – Joshua Crossman and Skye JethaniSkye Jethani talks about how presenting an incomplete Gospel can inoculate youth from knowing Jesus. Plus, some estimate that within the next 30 years, up to 42 million Christian youth will leave the faith. Joshua Crossman of the Pinetops Foundation sees it as the single-largest gospel opportunity in the history of America.
2020-01-1131 minTHINQ Media PodcastEpisode 141 | Irresistible Faith: Scott SaulsHow Do We Leave Things Better Than We Found Them? In a tired and cynical world, what if Christians became the best advertisement for Jesus? Over time, their movements would become irresistible to every nation, tribe and tongue. Building on ideas expressed in his recently released book, Irresistible Faith, Scott Sauls will give us a blueprint for pursuing this vision in our current moment, of redeemed individuals and a renewed community working for a restored world.
2020-01-0314 minQ IdeasWhy Q Ideas? – Gabe LyonsGabe Lyons addresses the motivation behind why he started the organization Q Ideas, the importance of asking good questions, and fostering a full understanding of the Christian worldview.
2019-12-2831 minQ IdeasThe power of a blanket – Bob Dalton
Sackcloth & Ashes founder Bob Dalton shares how he was inspired to engage the homelessness issue, why blankets are so strategic and how his journey of social entrepreneurship has impacted his faith. He shares how we can advance good in the midst of complicated issues.
2019-12-2131 minQ IdeasThe Dressember movement – Blythe HillBlythe Hill is part of the global anti-human trafficking movement known as Dressember, raising $7.5 million for organizations like International Justice Mission, A21, Saving Innocence and more. Blythe joins Gabe Lyons to share how the movement gained traction and how others can join in their efforts.
2019-12-1431 minQ IdeasCalled to create – Jordan Raynor
Jordan Raynor talks with Gabe Lyons about his framework for how to embrace entrepreneurship and creativity as a means of glorifying God, loving others, and making disciples of Jesus Christ.
2019-09-2131 minQ IdeasAspirations of Gen Z – Mark MatlockWith the oldest members of Generation Z entering their 20s this year, Mark Matlock will help us better understand the aspirations of this increasingly influential generation. Also, hear a preview of a new QMedia-exclusive podcast Rhythms for Life with Gabe and Rebekah Lyons.
2019-09-1431 minQ IdeasInspiration and Creativity – Kevin Kelly and Jeremy CowartKevin Kelly of Wired Magazine talks about how our technology often spurs creativity in people to tackle problems. Jeremy Cowart sits down with Gabe Lyons for a candid conversation about inspiration, creativity and the ideas that can shape culture.
2019-09-0731 minQ IdeasGreg Thompson: Six practices of the church – Part 6
As Gabe Lyons and Greg Thompson continue the "Six Practices" series, they talk about the importance of community, what it is, and what it means to be a people of hospitality.
2019-08-1031 minQ IdeasGreg Thompson: Six practices of the church – Part 6What does it mean to be part of a community? Is it different to invest in the Church or in the places you live and work? In this episode, Greg Thompson and Gabe talk about the importance of community, what it is, and what it means to be a people of hospitality.
2019-08-1031 minQ IdeasGreg Thompson: Six practices of the church – Part 5The way that we build character depends on how we approach even the littlest habits and moments of our day. What does it mean to live out our faith in our daily habits? Greg Thompson continues with the fifth part of this series.
2019-08-0331 minQ IdeasGreg Thompson: Six practices of the church – Part 2Gabe Lyons and Greg Thompson discuss the importance of context in the six practices of the church. How do we love our neighbors well in this cultural moment? You can listen to Part 1 here.
2019-07-1331 minQ IdeasGreg Thompson: Six practices of the church – Part 1
The Christian church in the West is struggling to embody faithfulness in a rapidly changing culture. Gabe starts this seven-part series with Greg Thompson to unveil six church practices that have always brought hope to the faithful and love to their communities. You can listen to Part 2 here.
2019-07-0631 minQ IdeasSex, faith, and gender – Preston SprinkleIn a culture filled with questions about sexuality and gender, can Christians engage in this conversation with both theological faithfulness and courageous love? Dr. Preston Sprinkle leads a panel discussion on how Christ followers can consider the difficult questions surrounding faith, sexuality, and gender.
2019-06-2231 minTHINQ Media PodcastEpisode 124 | Sex, Faith & Gender: Preston Sprinkle, Laurie Krieg, Matthew Liu & Kat LaPrairieHow Do We Live by Our True Identity? In a culture filled with questions about sexuality and gender, can Christians engage this conversation with both theological faithfulness and courageous love? Dr. Preston Sprinkle thinks so. Together with Laurie Krieg, Matthew Liu and Kat LaPrairie, they will share how Christ followers consider the difficult questions surrounding faith, sexuality and gender. View the video of this interview at Q Media where you can access hundreds of world-class, concise 9 and 18 minute talks delivered by respected thought leaders and change makers on a plethora of topics. From science, theology an...
2019-06-1329 minQ IdeasLoving, working with, and reaching Muslims with the Gospel – David Nasser, Steve Haas, and Sheikh MohammedRaised as a Muslim, David Nasser provides testimony to the challenges of coming to America as “the other,” and the impact the Church had on helping him find his place and his faith. World Vision's Steve Haas along with Sheikh Mohammed share about their collaboration in helping Syrian Refugees.
2019-05-0431 minQ IdeasKingdom virtues – Tony EvansThe Kingdom of God enables people to live their fullest life within God’s love and provision. Tony Evans helps us think through what it means to be Kingdom-oriented in our thinking, actions, and faith to bring the rule of God’s love to earth.
2019-03-2331 minQ IdeasMade to flourish – Matt Rusten
Matt Rusten, executive director for Made to Flourish, shares practical ideas on how to empower leaders, pastors and their churches to integrate faith, work and economic wisdom for the flourishing of their communities.
2019-03-0331 minQ IdeasCulture matters – Tim KellerAs we wind down 2018, we present a replay of the first QIdeas with Gabe Lyons show. In it, author and pastor Tim Keller provides a fundamental perspective on why culture matters to God and therefore must matter to us.
2018-12-3031 minQ IdeasPost-election reflections – Michael WearHow should Christians relate to politics in a divisive and polarized time? As Americans grapple with the results of the most recent midterm election, Gabe Lyons sits down with Michael Wear to discuss the answer to this question.
2018-11-1131 minQ IdeasUsing imagination to speak into our post-truth era with David KinnamanGabe Lyons challenges Christians to be part of shaping cultural imagination. In the face of increasing distrust of institutions, David Kinnaman offers hope in the midst of uncertainty, and explains how Christians can provide a hopeful presence in today's culture.
2018-10-2831 minQ IdeasKingdom virtues – Tony EvansTony Evans helps us think through what it means to be Kingdom-oriented in our thinking, actions, and faith to bring the rule of God’s love to earth.
2018-09-2331 minQ IdeasPost-truth trends – David Kinnaman
How is distrust eroding the sacred? In what Barna calls “an erosion of the sacred,” Americans find it harder to trust authorities for guidance, including God. But in a society plagued by skepticism, “fake news,” and distrust, where can people turn for comfort and direction? David Kinnaman, president of the Barna Group, details these trends, offers hope in the midst of uncertainty, and explains how Christians can provide a hopeful presence for a culture that is floundering.
Plus, while the world might offer only a vision for pursuing happiness at all costs, Christians can offer a better story. Christians can recognize...
2018-07-1531 minQ IdeasFrom the broken Place – Bianca Olthoff
Does God form us in all circumstances?
Many of us who have experienced painful challenges know that God can find us in any place and any moment of our lives. Bianca Olthoff knows the depth of this truth firsthand. Working and worshiping with incarcerated women, Bianca speaks about creating church in prison and witnessing the power of God to forgive and bring new life.
Also, more than 7 million Americans—1 in 31 adults—have been or are currently incarcerated. That’s the highest incarceration rate in the world. More often than not, those who are set free become repeat offenders within years or eve...
2018-06-2431 minQ IdeasMapping environmental injustices – Rusty Pritchard
Many in our communities suffer from the rising air- and water-borne toxin levels in our local environments. From Asthma to Autism, one of the most hotly contested debates in the medical world today is, “How much does our polluted environment contribute to our diseases and sicknesses?” Gabe Lyons talks with Mitch Hescox of The Evangelical Environmental Network and Lyndsay Moseley of The American Lung Association's Healthy Air Campaign.
Also, maps show how the poor disproportionately live in some of the worst environmental places. Resource economist and Tearfund advisor Rusty Pritchard helps us focus our understanding of place and space toward an a...
2018-06-1031 minQ IdeasCalling vs. narcissism – Jo SaxtonThe way we think about our life's work has the potential to advance good or to become self-referential. If we focus on understanding God's purposes and where we can join His work in the world, the results will be very different from self-focused individualism. Jo Saxton looks at the thin line between calling and narcissism offering Christians a way of viewing calling through the eyes of God.
Also, life coach Pete Richardson talks with Gabe Lyons about why some people never pursue their calling.
2018-05-0631 minQ IdeasDemonstrating a public faith – Miroslav VolfChristians often talk about the common good but find it difficult to pursue it in a world of competing voices. Miroslav Volf claims the confusion stems from misunderstandings about human flourishing, abundant living and co-existing alongside adherents of other faiths. He explains how pursuing the common good in a pluralistic context doesn’t mean compromising our deeply held convictions.
2018-04-2231 minQ IdeasWhy Culture Matters – Tim KellerPeople of faith differ on how much concern we should pay to the culture at hand, questioning what good can we really do engaging in a broken world. Can we really make a significant difference? Does God share these concerns? Every generation must answer these questions in the same way creatives, artisans, industry and civic leaders have done for two millennia. Tim Keller, New York Times bestselling author and outgoing pastor of Redeemer Presbyterian Church in New York City provides a fundamental perspective on why culture matters to God and therefore must matter to us.
2018-04-0831 minQ IdeasDisappointing relationships – Lysa TerkuerstWe live in a world of broken relationships. From parent to child, employee to boss, neighbor to co-worker and husband to wife, we long for harmony but often it escapes us. New York Times bestselling author Lysa Terkeurst, wonders if the relationship disappointments we experience are opportunities for something more. Could God be at work in the unmet expectations, the misunderstood words and the long distances that creep in between life long friends?
Also, Gabe talks with Jenni Allen of IF: Gatherings about how as women humbly live out their callings, their influence increases.
2018-04-0131 minQ IdeasQ2018 preview | The gentrification of Christianity – Sho BarakaGabe Lyons continues the discussion with writer and hip-hop artist, Sho Baraka about this year's Q Conference in Nashville April 11-13. Baraka will be co-hosting the event. More information at www.qideas.org/2018.
Plus, theologian Stanley Hauerwas says that "the heart of the gospel is that you don't know Jesus without the witness of the Church." As church membership declines, will this witness be dampened? Sho Baraka, explores the history of the Christian faith, why its growth has slowed in western societies, and how the Church can reclaim our role as witnesses of Christ.
2018-03-2431 minQ IdeasEngaging difficult topics. A preview of Q2018 Conference – Sho Baraka
As a special episode release, Sho Baraka and Gabe Lyons discuss the vision and mission behind the upcoming Q Conference, April 11-13 in Nashville. Listen in on a challenging conversation that sets up many of the important conversations we should be having as we thoughtfully navigate our changing culture. Q 2018 will prepare you to explore what renewal and faithfulness might look like in society.
2018-03-1731 minQ IdeasSports: competition and calling – Thomas Lake and Kelly ClarkSports are one of the most notable places in which people are highly, almost violently competitive - and yet sports can be good for us, too. So where do we go wrong? How does healthy competition become something much darker? In this excerpt from his talk at Q Nashville in April 2014, Sports Illustrated writer Thomas Lake talks about his own sports obsession and what it means for all of us.
What if following your passion leads to worldly success, to weatlh, fame, and power? What does service look like from here? Can you balance the pressures of success while seeking...
2018-02-1831 minQ IdeasEngaging the issue of broken sexual identity – Melinda Semlys and Caleb KaltenbachMelinda Selmys' story of living with gender dysphoria provides a personal viewpoint from the trenches of this struggle. She advocates for a compassionate, empathetic approach to learning from and loving those in our communities who experience gender identity confusion. Suggesting that those identifying as transgender may have have experienced trauma, she encourages faith communities to provide trans people with the social, emotional, and spiritual support that they need in order to heal.
Growing up with parents who were gay, Caleb Kaltenbach was part of the gay rights movement from an early age. But when he became a Christian, his parents...
2018-02-1131 minQ IdeasThe power of a volunteer movement – Rob Peabody
VOMO is powering today's movement of volunteers to change the world. Listen in as Rob Peabody, CEO of VOMO, and Gabe Lyons discuss the importance of volunteering in community and ways you, and your networks can better engage your city for good.
VOMO makes volunteering easy and effortless. Join the movement for good at https://www.vomo.org/q
2018-02-0431 minQ Ideas6 practices of the Church – Formation – Greg Thompson
The way that we build character depends on how we approach even the littlest habits and moments of our days. When we form habits that are good, they build up in our lives in positive ways, and when we foster habits that are not good, they can slowly destroy us. As we look at the practice of formation, we're asking about how what we believe influences how we live. What does it mean to live out our faith in the daily habits?
2017-12-1731 minQ Ideas6 Practices of the Church: Context – Greg Thompson
This week, we discuss the importance of Context in the Six Practices of the Church. How do we love our neighbors well in this cultural moment?
This is part 2 of a Q series, hosted by Gabe Lyons, features an exclusive, commissioned Q Talk delivered by Dr. Greg Thompson and divided into segments for easy consumption. Each segment builds on the last and helps establish how the church can lead with love even in the midst of dramatic change within society.
2017-11-2631 minQ Ideas6 Practices of the Church: The Way Forward – Greg Thompson
The Christian church in the West is struggling to embody faithfulness in a culture that is rapidly changing. Many church leaders labor under a nagging sense that they need help—both in the work of understanding their culture and in the work of teaching their people to live faithfully within it. The goal of this series is to help leaders understand the character of our secular age, identify some specific challenges and highlight the opportunities that exist for the Church to bring hope wherever she exists. This seven-part series unveils the six practices of the church that have always bro...
2017-11-1931 minQ IdeasA deeper look at the #UptoUs campaignFollowing up on the called of the new #UpToUs campaign to speak up, meet up, and listen up as a way to engage our divided nation, Gabe features three messages. The first is from Justin Dillon of Slavery Footprint on Finding Purpose in Problems. Gabe speaks with and listens to Micah White about the End of Protest, and Q's Luke Dooley talks with Ebony Small and Duncan McFadzean about ways they working in their communities to bring healing and renewal to their cities.
2017-11-1231 minQ IdeasPursuing spiritual formation in our approval-driven age – Banning Liebscher & Rebekah LyonsEmbracing the supernatural - Banning Liebscher / Jesus Culture
As we gather with other city, church, and cultural leaders, we desire for transformation to come to those around us and the places we occupy. But what role do we really play in those results? How does God’s power intersect with our passion? In our information-saturated, result-oriented world, we are tempted to put our faith in our own clever strategies more than God’s unfolding plans. Banning Liebscher, founder of Jesus Culture, helps us learn how to expect the unexpected.
Audience of One - Rebekah Lyons / Q Ideas
When have you felt...
2017-10-1531 minQ IdeasHow the Gospel informs our everyday lives – Paul Williams and Terry TimmOur lives are increasingly complex and so is our modern world. As a result, Christians often struggle to connect what they believe with what they do day by day. Paul Williams and Terry Timm share their vision for how ReFrame provides a Biblical foundation for how God is renewing all of creation. How does our story and day to day life fit into God's story? Learn how Christians can better connect faith with all of life.
2017-10-0831 minQ IdeasHope for the broken heart of man – Jason Pamer
Listen in as Gabe Lyons shares a conversation with Jason Pamer, filmmaker, producer and writer of the upcoming film, The Heart of Man, releasing in theaters for a one-night only encore special event on October 17.
The Heart of Man is a story inviting the sons and daughters of God to leave behind our broken, moralistic and religious way of thinking and relating to God and to others. Once we begin to know who God is (and as a result who we are), we have something to invite the world into. Freedom from performance. Freedom from managing our behavior so we a...
2017-10-0131 minQ IdeasDoes religion contribute to society? The Halo Effect – Brian Grim, Byron Johnson, and Rick McKinleyForty-six percent of Americans believe religion is part of the problem in our society. Yet faith is the motivation for many of the critical social services and programs that benefit the most vulnerable populations. Congregations, faith-based businesses, and charities lift people up in times of need in ways that few other institutions or government programs can. In this conversation, you will see the important role faith-based organizations play in renewing civil society.
Also, what would it look like for a church to not only release its people into the world to fulfill their mission but to come beside them to...
2017-09-2431 minTHINQ Media PodcastEpisode 040 | Faith + Politics: Michael WearHow Christians think of politics, how we relate the machinations of politics to the promises of God and reality of the gospel, will determine how we respond to the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. Listen in as Michael Wear discusses his new book, "Reclaiming Hope" and what it means to think well about politics as a person of Faith.
2017-01-1927 minTHINQ Media PodcastEpisode 020 | A Story of Faith and Persecution: Nik + Ruth RipkenThis week we talked with Nik and Ruth Ripken, an ordinary couple with an extraordinary story. After the death of their son, they journeyed into the depths of the persecuted church around the world asking the question - Is Jesus Worth It? The film based off their true story of faith and persecution, "The Insanity of God," releases Tuesday, August 30th. Find out more and buy tickets at insanityofgodmovie.com.
2016-08-2236 minTHINQ Media PodcastEpisode 015 | The Irrelevance of Faith: David KinnamanChristians face an unprecedented landscape at the intersection of faith and public life. Over 46% of our neighbors believe religion and people of faith are part of the problem in our communities, not the solution. As a growing list of contentious issues present themselves on the cultural front—such as racism, gender, euthanasia, sexuality, religious freedom and more—the Church finds itself on the margins of the mainstream conversation perplexed about how to engage. Public opinion suggests our views and beliefs are irrelevant and extreme, so how should Christians respond? David Kinnaman will equip you to confidently engage the most diff...
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The Point VAHope: Fear to Faith Chances are good that there is some type of fear hanging over your head this Christmas season. Something is causing worry or anxiety, its robbing you of the present and any possibility of joy in the future. Listen to week 2 of our series, Hope, as Pastor Gabe teaches from the genealogy of Jesus in Matthew 1 and discusses how hope has the power to transform our fears into faith.
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