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Trauma, Justice, and The Power of Christian Forgiveness with Dr. Amy L. Orr-Ewing Apr 13, 2026

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Dr. Amy Orr-Ewing is an international author, speaker and theologian who addresses the deep questions of our day with meaningful answers found in the Christian Faith. Travelling internationally Amy is a regular speaker across university campuses, businesses, parliaments, churches and conferences as well as on TV, radio and podcasts. She is the author of multiple books including ‘Where is God in All the Suffering?’ (runner up Michael Ramsay Prize, 2023), bestselling ‘Why Trust the Bible?’ and the forthcoming 'Forgiveness: Reclaiming Its Power in a Culture of Outrage and Fear' which you can pre-order now (releases 4/20/26)

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Russia, Iran, and the Trap of Political Tribalism with Christopher Haylett (aka thenerdychristian) Apr 09, 2026

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Christopher Haylett (aka Nerdy Christian) has a B.A. in Global Development and an M.S. in International Business. Christopher is a popular social media influencer who engages in topics about culture, politics, Christianity, and theology.

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The Kingship of Jesus and Pastoring a Mega Church: Dr. Mark Moore Apr 06, 2026

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Dr. Mark E. Moore is a bestselling author and the teaching pastor at Christ's Church of the Valley in Peoria, Arizona. He previously spent two decades as a New Testament professor at Ozark Christian College. Mark is the author of several books, including his most recent book The Missing Messiah: The Jesus We Can No Longer Ignore, which he co-authored with Kyle Idleman.

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Can You Welcome LGBTQ People While Holding a Traditional Sexual Ethic? Tony Scarcello Apr 02, 2026

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Tony Scarcello has served in pastoral ministry since 2011, and is currently the pastor of discipleship at Red Hills Church just outside Portland, Oregon. He is the author of Regenerate: Following Jesus After Deconstruction and his most recent book Love All Our Neighbors: How Churches That Hold a Traditional Sexual Ethic Can Care for LGBTQ People, which is forwarded by Preston Sprinkle. It’s a fantastic book, and Tony is a fantastic friend and person.

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Tyler Staton on Pastoring Bridgetown Church, Poetry, and Ministry from NYC to Portland Mar 30, 2026

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Tyler Staton is the Lead Pastor of Bridgetown Church in Portland, Oregon, where he took over as lead pastor for John Mark Comer. He is passionate about living prayerfully and relationally. Tyler is the author of After Amen, The Familiar Stranger, Praying Like Monks, Living Like Fools, and Searching for Enough. This interview was recorded in person in Portland Oregon, so if you’re listening to this podcast, you might want to pop over to the YouTube version so he can see us hanging out in person.

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From Touring to Church Planter: Bringing Hope to the Margins with Josh White Mar 26, 2026

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Josh White is a recording artist and lead pastor of Door of Hope, a thriving church community in the heart of Portland Oregon. Josh is an avid reader, as you’ll see, and is the author of the book Stumbling Toward Eternity: Losing & Finding Ourselves in the Cross of Jesus. This interview was recorded in person in Portland Oregon, so if you’re listening to this podcast, you might want to pop over to the YouTube version so he can see us hanging out in person.

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Nijay Gupta on Women in Leadership, Receiving Criticism, and Paul's Vision for Meaning in this Life. Mar 23, 2026

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Nijay K. Gupta (PhD, Durham University) is Julius R. Mantey Professor of New Testament at Northern Seminary. Gupta is an award-winning author of numerous books, including Tell Her Story, Strange Religion, and commentaries on Galatians, Philippians, Colossians, and 1 and 2 Thessalonians. He is also a senior translator for the New Living Translation, and co-host of the Slow Theology podcast. He joined me talk about the response to From Genesis to Junia and his own experience writing on women in leadership. He also shared about his upcoming book, Paul for the World.

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Transition, Detransition, and The Gospel: Kyla Gillespie Mar 19, 2026

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Kyla Gillespie is the founder of Renewed & Transformed Ministries and author of TransFormed: The Power of God’s Word and God’s People in One Woman’s Journey through Gender Confusion, Reassignment Surgery, and Detransitioning. As an international speaker and podcaster, she shares her journey through same-sex attraction and gender dysphoria to point others to the hope and power of Jesus Christ. She lives in Greater Vancouver, B.C., and is an active member of Gospel City Church.

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How Do We Know that God Really Exists? Dr. J. P. Moreland Mar 16, 2026

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Dr. J. P. Moreland is Distinguished Professor of philosophy at Talbot School of Theology, Biola University. He received a B. S. in physical chemistry from the University of Missouri, a Th.M. in theology from Dallas Theological Seminary, an M.A. in philosophy from the University of California at Riverside, and a Ph.D. in philosophy at the University of Southern California. He has spoken and debated on over 200 college campuses and taught in 500 or so churches around the world. In addition, he has authored, edited, or contributed papers to ninety-five books, including Does God Exist? (Prometheus), Universals (McGill-Queen’s), Consciousness and the Existence of God (Routledge), and The Soul: How We Know It's Real and Why It Matters. Moreland was selected in August, 2016 by The Best Schools as one of the 50 most influential living philosophers in the world. Check out Talbot School of Theology's M.A. in Christian Apologetics.

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Why Is Gen-Z Suffering from So Many Mental Health Issues? Sissy Goff and David Thomas Mar 12, 2026

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Sissy Goff (LPC-MHSP) and David Thomas (LMSW) are children and family therapists and co-executive directors at Daystar Counseling Ministries, where they’ve served for over three decades. They’ve written several books together including their most recent book: Capable: How to Teach Your Kids the Strengths, Skills, and Strategies to Build Resilience, which is an awesome book. If you are a parent in 2026, then you need to check out this book—it’s immensely helpful

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