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Andrew Wilson on Ministry and Parenting Kids With Autism Mar 27, 2016

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We have a conversation with Andrew Wilson, discussing everything from ministry in the UK to what it looks like for Andrew and his wife, Rachel, to parent two children with regressive autism.

Engaging Politics Wrongly and Rightly Mar 17, 2016

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In light of election season, we have a discussion about how to engage politics wrongly and rightly. Matt and Josh are joined by TVC staff members Kyle Worley and Anne Lincoln Holibaugh. Together they discuss the pros and cons of the Republican and Democrat parties and what it might look like to let our Christian beliefs and values inform the way we think about laws and policies while considering the fact that we live in a pluralistic society.

Tony Romo on Faith and Football Feb 18, 2016

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The quarterback of the Dallas Cowboys, Tony Romo, talks with Matt and Josh about the intersection of faith and professional sports. He shares his testimony, discusses the unique challenges of being a Christian and a pro athlete and also opens up about what family discipleship looks like in the Romo home.

Islam, the Nations & #AskTVC Feb 05, 2016

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Special guest Afshin Ziafat, the lead pastor of Providence Church, joins us to talk about what the Christian response to refugees should look like and to share some insight on the Islamic faith. In our new #AskTVC segment, we answer questions about Christians supporting Donald Trump, false gospels, the Sinner's Prayer and more.

Lecrae, Hip-Hop & Cultural Engagement Dec 09, 2015

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We spend some time talking about Advent and then chat with Grammy-winning hip-hop artist and record producer Lecrae. This leads to a conversation about celebrity, cultural engagement and hip-hop, from how Lecrae has dealt with his success, recent changes at Reach Records and the way Christians should approach artists like Kendrick Lamar.

Wrapping Up The Apostles Creed & Eric Geiger on Discipleship Models Nov 22, 2015

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We are joined by Eric Geiger, Vice President at LifeWay over its Church Resources Division and author of several books, including Simple Church, Identity, Transformational Discipleship and Creature of the Word (co-authored by Matt Chandler and Josh Patterson). We discuss the grand mission of the Church—discipleship—and the various models by which churches carry out this mission.

Southlake & Understanding Our Humanity Nov 12, 2015

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Zack Eswine, pastor of Riverside Church in Webster Groves, Missouri, and author of several books, including Sensing Jesus and The Imperfect Pastor joins us to discuss the importance of recognizing our own humanity, especially for pastors and ministers. We talk about common temptations that cloud this sense of humanity and daily rhythms that can help regain it.

Staff Retreat & a Discussion on Gun Control Oct 16, 2015

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This week Matt and Josh are joined again by JT English, Pastor of Training for The Village Church Institute, and by Adam Hawkins, Spiritual Formation pastor at our Plano campus. They discuss guns, gun control laws, why this is all such a big deal and how we should view this controversial issue as Christians.

Halloween, Holidays & Brad Lomenick on Leadership Oct 10, 2015

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We discuss how Christians should approach Halloween and have a discussion with author Brad Lomenick about leadership in and outside the Church.

The Syrian Refugee Crisis With David Platt Sep 19, 2015

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We're joined by David Platt, the current President of the Southern Baptist Convention's International Mission Board, to talk about international missions and the Syrian Refugee Crisis.

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