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FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryFinding True Hope in Hard Times - Irwyn Ince Jr - 153 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeWe often preach and teach about the joy and hope of Jesus, but can sometimes struggle experiencing that when the demands and chaos of ministry threaten to overwhelm us. So how can we refresh and recenter our hope on Jesus? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Irwyn Ince Jr. Irwyn is the Coordinator of Mission to North America, part of the Presbyterian Church of America. His most recent book is entitled Hope Ain't a Hustle. Together, Irwyn and Jason look at ways to overcome hope fatigue. Irwyn shares some biblical truths and...2025-03-1843 min
The Todd Herman ShowJake Tapper Is Officially A Clown; Gene Hackman’s Greatest Scene; How Many Black Churches Re-Crucify Jesus on Woke Crosses Ep-2079Alan’s Soaps https://www.AlansArtisanSoaps.comUse coupon code TODD to save an additional 10% off the bundle price.Bioptimizers https://Bioptimizers.com/toddEnter promo code TODD to get 10% off any order.Bonefrog https://bonefrogcoffee.com/toddCelebrate St. Patrick’s Day with an Irish Bag of coffee and a “Lucky” gift box from BoneFrog Coffee. Use code TODD at checkout to receive 10% off your first purchase and 15% on subscriptions.Bulwark Capital Bulwark Capita...2025-02-2734 minThe Todd Herman ShowJake Tapper Is Officially A Clown; Gene Hackman’s Greatest Scene; How Many Black Churches Re-Crucify Jesus on Woke Crosses Ep-2079Alan’s Soaps https://www.AlansArtisanSoaps.comUse coupon code TODD to save an additional 10% off the bundle price.Bioptimizers https://Bioptimizers.com/toddEnter promo code TODD to get 10% off any order.Bonefrog https://bonefrogcoffee.com/toddCelebrate St. Patrick’s Day with an Irish Bag of coffee and a “Lucky” gift box from BoneFrog Coffee. Use code TODD at checkout to receive 10% off your first purchase and 15% on subscriptions.Bulwark Capital Bulwark Capita...2025-02-2734 min
First TakesEpisode 43 - Dr. Irwyn Ince Part IIIThis episode was recorded during the annual World Missions Conference in 2024.In this episode, Gabe Fluhrer continues his conversation with Dr. Irwyn Ince and Randy Nabors. They talk about how to love your neighbors, the need for cross-cultural ministry and much more!Tune in next week for a new staff highlight!----------------------------------------------------First Takes is produced by First Presbyterian Church in Chattanooga, Tennessee, Our theme music was written and recorded by West Breedlove.Our sound engineer is Dylan T...2024-11-1420 minFirst TakesEpisode 42 - Dr. Irwyn Ince Part IIThis episode was recorded during the annual World Missions Conference in 2024.In this episode, Gabe Fluhrer continues his conversation with Dr. Irwyn Ince and Randy Nabors. They talk about cross-cultural ministry, the difficulties of it and much more!Tune in next week for the conclusion to this conversation!----------------------------------------------------First Takes is produced by First Presbyterian Church in Chattanooga, Tennessee, Our theme music was written and recorded by West Breedlove.Our sound engineer is Dylan Thomas. ...2024-11-0714 min
The Do Gooders Podcast205: ‘Hope Ain’t a Hustle’ with Irwyn InceHope is what propels us through the uncertainty and chaos of our slumps and our challenges. But in our broken, imperfect world, a lot of people are finding their peace is constantly under threat, and because of that, it’s harder to experience genuine hope for the future. Irwyn Ince is a pastor, author and coordinator of Mission to North America for the Presbyterian Church in America. In his new book, “Hope Ain't a Hustle: Persevering by Faith in a Wearying World,” he explores the true nature of hope and its transforming power. Irwyn r...2024-11-0427 minFirst TakesEpisode 41 - Dr. Irwyn Ince Part IThis episode was recorded during the annual World Missions Conference in 2024.In this episode, Gabe Fluhrer talks with Dr. Irwyn Ince, who has a history of church planting and working with diversifying churches. Randy Nabors, our Pastor of Missions, also joins in on this conversation to talk about how Dr. Ince came into ministry, the books he has written and the importance of missions to the church.!Tune in next week for the continuation of this conversation!----------------------------------------------------First Takes is produced by First...2024-10-3116 min
NewCity Orlando SermonsThe Establishment Clause | Hebrews 13:7-16Special Guest Preacher, the Rev Dr Irwyn Ince preaches from Hebrews 13:7-16. What does it mean to live a life of unwavering faith in Jesus Christ? How can we persevere through the trials and tribulations of our Christian journey? Pastor Irwyn highlights the critical message of Hebrews 13:8: "Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever." He underscores how this powerful truth equips us to face the costs of discipleship with courage and perseverance. By looking to Jesus, we find the strength to hold fast to our confession of faith, no matter the challenges.Pastor Irwyn...2024-09-1237 min
Live Faith First PodcastHope Ain’t A Hustle with Irwyn InceEver wonder if God is sitting in heaven laughing as we try to live a hopeful life. God has a wry smile saying “they bought it, they think hope is real.” If so, then check out this podcast. Pastor Irwyn Ince Jr. wrote the book “Hope Ain’t a Hustle”-as in God didn’t get one over on us when He told us that hope was a real thing.
In this conversation, we discuss living with the Holy Spirit in us and how that affects our interactions with other Christians from across traditional divides. We discuss getting comfortab...2024-06-1757 min
Faithful PoliticsHope Ain't A Hustle w/Dr. Irwyn InceHave a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them but can't reply). Email us: Will@faithfulpoliticspodcast.comDr. Irwyn Ince discusses his background, upbringing in New York City, and the concept of hope in his book 'Hope Ain't a Hustle'. He also talks about his love for coffee and CrossFit. The importance of hope and its definition are explored, along with the danger zone of misplaced hope. The conversation concludes with a discussion on how Christians are doing with hope and the destructive nature of misplaced hope. Dr. Irwyn Ince discusses the themes of...2024-05-111h 10
Growing TogetherHope Ain't a HustleAs Christians, we often respond to the brokenness of life as if we do not actually have hope, as if the promises of God are not really certain. Join host Chris Vogel and guest Irwyn Ince, MNA's Coordinator, as we discuss his newest book, Hope Ain't a Hustle. Order the book here.https://pcamna.org/growing-together/2024-04-3038 min
GospelboundHopeful Living in a Weary WorldCollin Hansen and Irwyn Ince discuss Ince's book, Hope Ain't a Hustle, exploring how our hope in Christ impacts faithful living amid cultural and societal challenges, suffering, and injustice. They delve into the critical roles of Scripture, gathered worship, and community in sustaining our hope, and they highlight the importance of daily disciplines in cultivating our anticipation of God's victory over sin and injustice.
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Shifting CultureEp. 167 Irwyn Ince - Holding On to Hope: Persevering in Faith Through Suffering and DivisionIn this episode, Irwyn Ince and I talk about hope in the context of race, oppression, community, and lament. He inspires us to persevere in hope through difficult times. We explore the roots of hope in Christ despite past rejections, detangling oppressive actions from the gospel message, and the importance of fixing one's gaze on Jesus and enduring through suffering by looking to his example. So join us as we actively push against narratives of division by demonstrating a third way of Jesus and regularly check where we are placing our hope. Irwyn Ince is the coordinator...2024-03-1955 min
Confronting Christianity with Rebecca McLaughlinCrossfit and Christianity with Irwyn InceRebecca McLaughlin is joined by Irwyn Ince to have a conversation about CrossFit, Jesus, and where his hope is found. Questions Covered in This Episode:How did you get into CrossFit?Tell us about the community aspect of Crossfit.How did you become a Christian?How did becoming a Christian change your way of thinking?How does the history of race in America impact the way we view church today?What would you say to someone who knows something is missing from their life but thinks that CrossFit is meeting their need for community?How does the reality of hope i...2024-03-1946 min
Honestly, ThoughEpisode 121 | What Is Biblical Hope? | Guest: Rev. Dr. Irwyn InceHow do you define hope? What do you hope for? Paul, writing to the believers in Rome, promised that hope would never put us to shame (Romans 5:5). So how do we reconcile that with all of the times that which we hoped for did not come to pass? Author Irwyn Ince joins Rebecca Carrell and Liz Rodriguez on this episode of Honestly, Though to discuss biblical hope, and how it powers us to do all that God calls us to do.Learn more about Irwyn Ince and purchase his latest book, Hope Ain't a Hustle, at https://www...2024-03-0448 min
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Irwyn L. Ince Jr. is the coordinator of Mission to North America, part of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA). Formerly, he was a pastor at Grace DC Presbyterian Church. He is also the author of The Beautiful Community. He and his wife, Kim, have been married for thirty-two years and have four children and two grandchildren.
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Let Your Ears Be the Gateway to Knowledge With Full AudiobookHope Ain't a Hustle: Persevering by Faith in a Wearying World Audiobook by Irwyn L. InceListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 720245
Title: Hope Ain't a Hustle: Persevering by Faith in a Wearying World
Author: Irwyn L. Ince
Narrator: Terrence Kidd
Format: Unabridged
Length: 06:42:40
Language: English
Release date: 01-23-24
Publisher: Christianaudio.com
Genres: Religion & Spirituality, Christianity, Biblical Studies, Counseling & Inspirational
Summary:
Sometimes hope can feel like a scam—a swindle, a hustle. You thought it was real, and you bought into it. But then the tables turn, and you feel like you've been hustled—like you've been had.
As Christians, we often respond to the brokenness of life as if w...2024-01-236h 42
Listen to Trending Full Audiobooks in Religion & Spirituality, ChristianityHope Ain't a Hustle: Persevering by Faith in a Wearying World by Irwyn L. IncePlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/720245 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Hope Ain't a Hustle: Persevering by Faith in a Wearying World Author: Irwyn L. Ince Narrator: Terrence Kidd Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 6 hours 42 minutes Release date: January 23, 2024 Genres: Christianity Publisher's Summary: Sometimes hope can feel like a scam—a swindle, a hustle. You thought it was real, and you bought into it. But then the tables turn, and you feel like you've been hustled—like you've been had. As Christians, we often respond to the brokenness of life as if we do not actually have hope—as if the pr...2024-01-2305 min
Listen to Trending Full Audiobooks in Religion & Spirituality, ChristianityHope Ain't a Hustle: Persevering by Faith in a Wearying World by Irwyn L. IncePlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/720245to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Hope Ain't a Hustle: Persevering by Faith in a Wearying World
Author: Irwyn L. Ince
Narrator: Terrence Kidd
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 6 hours 42 minutes
Release date: January 23, 2024
Genres: Christianity
Publisher's Summary:
Sometimes hope can feel like a scam—a swindle, a hustle. You thought it was real, and you bought into it. But then the tables turn, and you feel like you've been hustled—like you've been had. As Christians, we often respond to the brokenness of life as if we do not actually have hope—as if the promis...2024-01-236h 42
Christ Central ChurchTrue Victory (Rev. Dr. Irwyn Ince) 1/17/2024Matthew 11:1 – 19 (ESV)2024-01-2141 min
Gifts and GracesRobert Kim, Chris Vogel, Irwyn Ince | Gospel-Shaped Planting Pipelines for Church VitalityOn this episode of Gifts and Graces, we get to hear from Robert Kim, Chris Vogel, and Irwyn Ince as they address the mechanisms needed to create Gospel-shaped planting pipelines for church vitality. Robert Kim is the Assistant Professor of Applied Theology and Church Planting at Covenant Theological Seminary. Chris Vogel is the Church Planting and Vitality Coordinator for Mission to North America (MNA), where he serves alongside MNA Coordinator Irwyn Ince. This episode was originally recorded as a seminar delivered at the 2023 General Assembly. Let's listen as they share of the opportunity to reimagine how to bring a renewed...2023-12-1938 minGifts and GracesIrwyn Ince and Murray Lee | Growing Healthy ChurchesShow Notes: On this episode of Gifts and Graces, we get to hear from Irwyn Ince and Murray Lee as they share strategies for sustainable church health. Irwyn Ince is Coordinator of Mission to North America (MNA) where he serves alongside MNA Executive Coordinator Murray Lee. This episode was originally recorded as a seminar delivered at the 2023 General Assembly. Let's listen as Irwyn Ince and Murray Lee discuss what constitutes a vibrant church and share strategies for sustainable church health.2023-12-1243 minNewCity Orlando SermonsGuest Preacher: Irwyn Ince | Luke 10:25-37Rev Dr Irwyn Ince preaches about our love life from Luke 10:25-37.2023-09-1133 min
The NewCity Orlando All of Life PodcastExploring the Future of Church Planting and Effective Evangelism in the PCAEver considered how many new churches we need to plant by 2050 to keep pace with the growth in our communities? It might surprise you - the number is a staggering 70,000! And how does the PCA fit into this picture? In this episode, Damein and Ben sit down with Irwyn Ince, the North American Coordinator for Mission to North America (MNA) as we navigate through his experiences, challenges, and successes in his second year of service. We tackle the hard reality of the PCA's role in addressing the church-planting needs for the future. But that's not all - w...2023-09-0847 min
As In HeavenHow to Be a Missional and Confessional Church That Motivates People for Faithful MinistryIn this final episode of season three of As in Heaven, hosts Jim Davis and Mike Aitcheson welcome Irwyn Ince to discuss the value of churches that seek to be both missional and confessional. When churches seek to hold both of these things in harmony, they become places that people won't want to leave.Episode time stamps:Episode and guest introduction (0:00)Confessional versus missional theology (3:43)Why is the language of mission so important? (9:53)The ground level of orthodoxy (18:00)An overflow of the doctrine of the Trinity (25:03)The polarization of the church and culture (32:30)The significance of...2023-08-3055 minGrowing TogetherDr. Irwyn Ince and the Future of the PCAIn this week's special episode, Phillip Holmes interviews Dr. Irwyn Ince. This discussion centers on the future of Mission to North America (MNA) spanning the next decade, as well as around the ambitious vision of establishing 3000 new PCA churches. The goal involves not only the engagement of pastors and elders but also intrinsic involvement of laypeople in a diverse and faithful mission. Tune in to this special episode to learn more about the vision and direction of MNA! https://pcamna.org/growing-together/2023-08-0815 min
TGC PodcastHow Beauty Compels Us to Pursue Justice (TGC Talks)Irwyn Ince—pastor and author of The Beautiful Community: Unity, Diversity, and the Church at Its Best—explains why beauty compels us to pursue justice. The harmony and goodness of beauty reflect God’s creation as it was meant to be. Redeemed by Christ’s death and resurrection, his followers should pursue justice because it foreshadows the coming perfection of beauty in the new creation.Check out Irwyn Ince’s book, The Beautiful Community (InterVarsity Press, 2020).
2023-07-2814 minTGC PodcastTransformed by the Love of ChristAt TGCW22, Irwyn Ince explores the characteristics of love described in 1 Corinthians 13 and explains how to abide in that kind of love.Ince discusses the importance of love in relationships, specifically within the body of Christ, emphasizing the transformative power of God's love, which changes self-centered individuals into self-sacrificial lovers of God and neighbor. He proposes that love is not based on likeness or attraction, but instead, true love overcomes divisions and reconciles those who may have nothing in common, except for Christ.The hope for Christians is the full expression and experience of the...2023-05-1237 min
Redeemer Presbyterian Church Detroit Sermons PodcastThe Weak Link | Hebrews 5:1-10On Sunday, 04/23, special guest Rev. Dr. Irwyn Ince preached from Hebrews 5:1-10 with "The Weak Link".
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5 Points Church Planting PodcastThe Future of Church Planting in the PCA with Irwyn Ince, Murray Lee, and Chris Vogel (Part 2)Reach us with comments of questions on Twitter or Facebook or Email at ReformedPlanting@gmail.com2023-04-1336 min5 Points Church Planting PodcastThe Future of Church Planting in the PCA with Irwyn Ince, Murray Lee, and Chris Vogel (Part 1)Reach us with comments of questions on Twitter or Facebook or Email at ReformedPlanting@gmail.com2023-03-2329 min
The Englewood Review of Books PodcastEpisode 54: Sheila Wise Rowe & Irwyn L. Ince, Jr. (Live at Urbana)Jen sat down with two first-time guests at Urbana to discuss their personal journeys and work related to race, American history and Christianity.Books and Writing Mentioned in this Episode:If you’d like to order any of the following books, we encourage you to do so from Hearts and Minds Books(An independent bookstore in Dallastown, PA, run by Byron and Beth Borger) Young, Gifted, and Black: A Journey of Lament and Celebration — Sheila Wise RoweHealing Racial Trauma: The Road to Resilience — Sheila Wise RoweThe Beautiful Community: Unity, Diversity, and the Church...2023-03-1345 min
Faith Presbyterian Church - BirminghamExodus 1:1-14; They Don't Die; They MultiplyDr. Irwyn Ince March 5, 2023 Faith Presbyterian Church Birmingham, ALThank you for listening! Please visit us at www.faith-pca.org. 2023-03-0537 minGrowing TogetherSetting the Table for Kingdom MissionIn this first episode, Dr. Irwyn Ince, Dr. Murray Lee, and Chris Vogel will set the stage for Kingdom Mission by discussing the task set before Mission to North America (MNA), how that is expressed today, the growth of MNA through various ministries, and how they engage the challenges before them. The episode will conclude with an invitation to pray for the upcoming General Assembly.https://pcamna.org/growing-together/2023-02-1527 min
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Ephesians 1:15-232023-02-0534 min
OMPC SermonsAn Unshakeable Kingdom - Irwyn InceWeek 1 of our 2022 US Ministries Emphasis. Guest speaker, Dr. Irwyn Ince, Coordinator of Mission to North America. Dr. Ince previously worked in the field of engineering in the Washington/Baltimore area before answering the call to ministry resulting in him earning his Masters and Doctorate from Reformed Theological Seminary and Covenant Theological Seminary respectively. Having most recently served as the Executive Director of GraceDC Network Institute for Cross-Cultural Mission in Washington D.C., in 2021 Dr. Ince was elected as the Mission to North America Coordinator.
Sermon recorded October 16th, 2022 at Oak Mountain Presbyterian Church in B...2022-10-1737 minTGC PodcastHow Lament Leads to Racial Reconciliation“At the core of our identity as Christians is this thing that says, ‘Jesus is more important to us than anything else,’ and it causes us to lean toward one another, not away from each other.” — Mark VroegopAt TGC's 2021 National Conference, Mark Vroegop, Kori Porter, and Irwyn Ince discuss why lament is a key component of racial reconciliation. The panel answers tough questions: What is racial reconciliation? Why is it so important? Why is it so difficult?Lament is a tool Christians must use in order to enter into each others’ pain. We must not be tempt...2022-10-1442 min
TCS SermonsKeep Hope AliveGuest speaker Rev. Dr. Irwyn Ince shares what we base our hope in, Hebrews 6:1-20, ESV:Therefore let us leave the elementary doctrine of Christ and go on to maturity, not laying again a foundation of repentance from dead works and of faith toward God, 2 and of instruction about washings, the laying on of hands, the resurrection of the dead, and eternal judgment. 3 And this we will do if God permits. 4 For it is impossible, in the case of those who have once been enlightened, who have tasted the heavenly gift, and have shared in the Holy...2022-10-1150 minNewCity Orlando SermonsJesus Has Time For You | Mark 5:21-43In this break from the Exodus series, Dr Irwyn Ince preaches from Mark's gospel and reminds us that Jesus has time for us for our healing.2022-09-1937 min
Harbor City Church SermonsKeep Your Head in the CloudsHarbor City Church has just finished reading A Beautiful Community by Irwin Ince and Irwin joins today to expand further on what it means to be a community regardless of race and ethnicity.
Passages: Colossians 3:1-17
Guest Speaker: Irwyn Ince
Reference Material: A Beautiful Community2022-08-1436 min
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/covenantdoylestown2022-01-3136 minGifts and GracesIrwyn Ince, Barbara Jones, and Melissa Littlepage | Cultivating Beautiful CommunityOn this episode of Gifts and Graces, we get to hear Irwyn Ince, Barbara Jones, and Melissa Littlepage on cultivating community. Irwyn Ince is Coordinator of PCA MNA. Barbara Jones is Senior National Diversity Mobilizer for Mission to the World (MTW). Melissa Littlepage is Chief of Staff for Grace DC's Institute for Cross-Cultural Mission. This was originally recorded as a seminar delivered at the 2021 General Assembly. Let's listen as Irwyn, Barbara, and Melissa explore how we can cultivate beautiful, thriving communities.2022-01-1144 min
First Pres Orlando SermonsSeptember 19, 2021 | The Ultimate GoalRev. Irwyn Ince | Through His word, Jesus empowers us for a life of worship together for the glory of God.Romans 15:1-72021-12-1324 min
Working with Dan DorianiIrwyn Ince: Race and Friendship in Church and SocietyIrwyn Ince is the coordinator of the PCA's Mission to North America (MNA), a Council member of The Gospel Coalition, as well as the director of the Grace DC Institute for Cross-Cultural Mission, which offers practical training for churches and other faith based organizations on how to lead their congregations toward an intentionally multi-racial and multi-ethnic future. Ince is also the author The Beautiful Community: Unity, Diversity, and the Church at Its Best.
Listen in and hear Dan and Irwyn's candid and grace-filled conversation about race and diversity in both the church and workplace; and get a s...2021-09-0859 min
The Every Voice Now PodcastIrwyn Ince Jr.'s Beautiful Journey from Rebel to Award-Winning AuthorWhen Irwyn Ince Jr. was a teenager, he began to distance himself from his Christian faith. But as he came to understand and appreciate his Blackness, God used that recognition of his ethnic and racial identity to bring him back to the fold and to shape Irwyn in ways that would uniquely position him as a key African-American leader in a Reformed space. Find out how more about this delightful author whose award-winning book The Beautiful Community was Outreach Magazine's Racial Reconciliation Resource of the Year—and what advice he has for other potential authors of color.2021-08-2333 min