Faith on Call: Matt Reagan on Youth Ministry, Gen Z Faith, and Church Leadership | Real Life Theology Welcome to the Real Life Theology podcast hosted by Regan Gibbs. In this episode, Regan sits down with Matt Reagan, a Christian leader with 26 years of ministry experience. Matt discusses his journey into ministry, the importance of empowering yout…

Today’s episode will help us explore how to balance tradition and modernity in the church, break down barriers for unity, address racial divides, and embrace persistence and adaptability in ministry. Navigating Faith and Culture: Unity, Tradition, and Generational Shifts in the Church Join host Reagan Grace Gibbs in this episode of Real Life Theolo…

Today’s episode will help us explore innovative ways to engage youth through gaming and social media while emphasizing the importance of long-term mentorship in ministry. Faith on Call: Jon Rush's Journey in Student Ministry and Gaming Outreach In this episode of Real Life Theology's 'Faith on Call' season, host Reagan Grace Gibbs interviews Jon Ru…

Faith On Call | feat. Charles Weems In this episode of the Real Life Theology Podcast, host Reagan Grace Gibbs engages in a heartfelt conversation with Charles Weems, a 21-year-old worship leader and Christian artist from Vero Beach. Charles shares his journey of transitioning from pop and R&B to Christian music, emphasizing the significance of sur…

Faith, Music, and the Kingdom Check out KJ's church: https://healhousecommunitychurch.com/ In this episode we kick off a brand new series called Faith on Call. This premier episode features, musician and pastor KJ Scriven who shares his inspiring journey as a worship leader and musician. Diving deep into his faith and how it guides his career, KJ d…

Biblical Perspectives on Government: Purpose and the Christian Response Get the Premium Podcast Subscription: https://reallifetheologypodcast.supercast.com/ Today’s episode will help us understand the biblical perspective on government, exploring its divine purpose, the roles of church and state, and how Christians should engage with and respond to…

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Get the Book on Following Jesus in a Politically Divided World: https://a.co/d/35XLxSE Today’s episode will help us navigate the complex relationship between faith and politics, ensuring our Christian beliefs remain rooted in the gospel rather than being swayed by polarized political agendas. Get the Premium Podcast Subscription: https://reallifeth…

Click here to review the framework on What is Essential? What is Important? What is Personal? https://renew.org/renew-theology-what-is-essential-what-is-important-what-is-personal/ Today’s episode will help us thoughtfully engage with political issues as Christians, balancing our convictions with respect for differing views and prioritizing unity w…

Navigating Faith in a Politically Divided World: The Challenges of Upholding Biblical Truth Today’s episode will help us understand how to navigate faith and uphold biblical principles in a politically divided world, especially regarding LGBTQ issues. In this compelling episode, Bobby Harrington, point leader of RENEW.org, gathers with Daniel McCoy…

Bridge Building Apologetics: Navigating Faith and Politics with Lindsey Medenwaldt Check out the book Bridge Building Apologetics: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=bridge+building+apologetics&gad_source=1&hvadid=694569270943&hvdev=c&hvexpln=67&hvlocphy=9198482&hvnetw=g&hvocijid=6379582220225934721--&hvqmt=e&hvrand=6379582220225934721&hvtargid=kwd-2237213…

Navigating Election Season as a Christian Leader Have you experienced Disunity in your Church? What do you think are some practical steps church leaders can take to foster unity within their congregations during politically divisive times? Join Daniel as he interviews Ben Cachiaras from Mountain Christian Church in the Baltimore area on how lead mi…

Balancing Faith and Politics: Leading with Christ-Centric Integrity “Today’s episode will help us focus on ways to keep Christ at the center amidst political pressure.” Join Jason Ishmael, lead pastor of Antioch Christian Church, as he discusses his first Iowa caucus season, navigating faith and politics. Alongside editorial director Daniel McCoy a…

Navigating Faith and Politics: A Conversation with Justin Jordan “Today’s episode will help us navigate faith and politics with critical thinking, grace, and a focus on biblical principles in a politically divided world.” We are kicking off a brand new series talking about how to Follow Jesus in a Politically Divided world. John Whitaker, along wit…

Gen Z on Identity: Understanding Biblical Perspective on Modern Issues Today’s episode will help us understand Gen Z's views on identity from a Christian perspective, addressing cultural confusion and emphasizing the importance of aligning with biblical teachings while fostering a loving and honest dialogue. In the final episode of Gen Z On, host R…

Gen Z and Church Hurt: Healing and Accountability in Faith “Today’s episode will help us understand and navigate the complexities of church hurt, emphasizing the importance of accountability, mental health, and supportive community within the church.” In this compelling episode of the Real Life Theology Podcast, host Reagan Grace Gibbs and her cous…

Today’s episode will help us understand the significance of tithing and giving within Generation Z, highlighting how these practices foster a deeper relationship with God and lead to experiencing His blessings. In this episode of the Real Life Theology Podcast, host Reagan Grace Gibbs, student ministry director at Ekklesia Christian Church, dives i…

Gen Z on Worship: (feat. Joel Wilson & Will Phillips) Are you a Gen Z member passionate about worship and looking for ways to make your worship experience truly authentic and impactful? In this episode of the Real Life Theology podcast, host Regan Grace Gibbs is joined by Joel Wilson and Will Phillips to dive deep into the conversation on worship w…

Gen Z on Deconstruction (feat. Bailey Thompson) In this episode of the Real Life Theology podcast, host Reagan Grace Gibbs, the student ministry director at Ekklesia Christian Church, discusses the urgent topic of faith deconstruction within Gen Z audiences. Joined by Bailey Thompson, they dive into the statistics showing the rise in religious disa…

Gen Z on Relationships Interested in hearing a conversation about both relationships and friendships from a Gen Z Perspective? Well then this episode is for you. Reagan Grace and her husband Manny answer questions like the following: What does a Christ-centered relationship look like? How do you approach forgiveness and move past hurt in relationsh…

For more information about other Renew.Org podcasts visit: https://renew.org/media/podcasts/ Welcome back to season seven of the Real Life Theology podcast, a Renew.org resource dedicated to renewing the teachings of Jesus to fuel disciple-making movements. In this episode, Paul Huyghebaert dives into a compelling discussion about guiding tradition…

For more information about other Renew.Org podcasts visit: https://renew.org/media/podcasts/ Rethinking Church Models: A Shift Towards Multiplication and Disciple-Making Today's Episode talks about the challenges and systemic issues within modern church models, emphasizing the need for a shift from consumer-driven models to a more discipleship and …

For more information about other Renew.Org podcasts visit: https://renew.org/media/podcasts/ Transforming Lives Through Disciple Making Movements: A Worker's Journey in India Josh Howard, a worker who has lived in India for over 15 years, shares his transformative experience of leading and witnessing disciple making movements in India. Starting wit…

For more information about other Renew.Org podcasts visit: https://renew.org/media/podcasts/ Transforming Faith: From Traditional Churches to Disciple Movements Ron Johnson, the founding pastor of Restoration Church, shares his journey from skepticism to embracing disciple-making movements (DMM) in the U.S. and abroad, including Nepal and India. In…

Navigating Church Leadership and Discipleship in a Changing World For more information about other Renew.Org podcasts visit: https://renew.org/media/podcasts/ Piggybacking off the past 4 episodes this track goes into detail on some very relevant questions about discipleship, and culture. This session engaged with individuals who asked some critical…

For more information about other Renew.Org podcasts visit: https://renew.org/media/podcasts/ In this engaging discussion, three friends, Ryan, Russ, and Tom, share their journeys toward fostering disciple-making movements within their respective churches. Each speaker highlights the fundamental importance of prayer, obedience, and sharing the teach…

Jeff Duerler starts off this track by talking about some practical next steps to shift culture and launch new churches. He shares his own experience with his church on steps they have taken towards the disciple-making movement. Jeff hands it off to Paul Huyghebaert who continues the conversation and shares his personal experience. For more informat…

In this episode, Paul Huybhebaert and Todd Wilson talk about the culture of disciple-making. Todd Wilson talks about a national study on disciple-making conducted by Discipleship.org and talks about the current state of disciple-making in the Church in the United States. Furthermore, Todd talks about the operating system of the church. For more inf…

In this episode we kick off Season 7 of the Real Life Theology Podcast (Moving Towards a Disciple Making Movement), Paul Huyghebaert engages Josh Howard in a conversation about disciple-making movements where Josh shares some of his personal experiences of making disciples in India. For more information about other Renew.Org podcasts visit: https:/…

Navigating Complex Cultural and Ethical Questions as a Christian Leader (feat. Chad Ragsdale and Daniel McCoy). This video script discusses how Christian leaders can thoughtfully navigate difficult cultural and ethical questions while staying true to their faith. The conversation covers a wide range of topics including handling accusations of Chris…

Navigating Complex Issues in Faith and Modern Life (feat. Chad Ragsdale and Daniel McCoy). This extensive discourse features a dialogue with Chad Ragsdale, discussing how various philosophies outside the church influence Christian thinking negatively, with a focus on emotional reasoning and the impact of technology on faith. Ragsdale expresses conc…

Navigating Differences and Fostering Unity among Christians in Today's Culture (feat. Chad Ragsdale and Daniel McCoy). In today’s episode we continue the discussion on how Christians can navigate differences within their community and engage with the broader culture effectively. Today’s episode explores the concept of postures versus gestures, emph…

Navigating Faith and Thinking Critically in Today’s World (feat. Chad Ragsdale and Daniel McCoy). Welcome back to the Real Life Theology Podcast. In today's episode, Chad Ragsdale, the Academic Dean at Ozark, and Daniel McCoy, the Editorial Director for Renew.org, explore the importance of critical thinking and a biblical worldview for Christians n…

The Journey of Faith and Unity: A Conversation with Jason Ishmael Today we feature Jason Ishmeal, lead pastor of Antioch Christian Church in the Cedar Rapids, Iowa area. Daniel and Jason talk about the Restoration movement, some of its history but they emphasize the conversation about unity and faith in our culture today. In this episode Jason disc…

Exploring the Core Values of the Restoration Movement. Unity, Truth, and Winning the World to Christ (feat. Daniel McCoy and Dr. Rick Cherok). Today’s episode dives into the significance of the Restoration Movement, emphasizing its focus on unity and truth. Daniel McCoy Editorial Director for RENEW.org and Dr. Rick Cherok, a history professor at Oz…

[Part 2] Today's episode of the Real Life Theology Podcast goes deep into the life, contributions, and challenges faced by the influential religious reformer, Alexander Campbell. It explores Campbell's journey from Ireland to America, his relentless commitment to delivering biblical Christianity, and his drive for unity. Dr. Rick Cherok, a keen adm…

Do you know the History of the Restoration Movement? [Part 1] Today we launch a new series featuring Dr. Rick Cherok a professor of history at Ozark Christian College. Today's discussion leads us to the foundation of the Restoration Movement. Dr. Cherok provides us with a detailed history of the restoration movement, starting from its roots in the …

On this episode of the Real Life Theology Podcast Andrew Jitt and Daniel McCoy discuss the vertical rhythms of life and the significance of disciple making. They share insights from their book and highlight the experiences of individuals from around the world who have embraced these rhythms of faith. They also discuss the importance of cultivating …

Today's episode discusses the themes of living in community and the power of forgiveness. Guests Daniel McCoy and Andrew Jit share their personal experiences and insights on these topics. The conversation explores the importance of building healthy relationships, connecting with people of different worldviews, and the transformative nature of forgi…

"How do we live out our identity, our purpose, our meaning?" This episode of the Real Life Theology Podcast we continue our conversation on Rhythms looking at the Internal Rhythms and dealing with the How Tos of the christian faith. Daniel McCoy and Andrew Jit discuss themes of self-discovery, identity, and life management. The discussion weaves ar…

OVERWHELMED BY LIFE? SLOW DOWN AND LEARN THE HOW TOS. Today we launch a brand new series on Renew.org's latest book Rhythms. We get to feature a behind the scenes discussion between authors Daniel McCoy and Andrew Jit. In 'Rhythms: How To Live Out Real Life Theology,' Daniel McCoy, and Andrew Jit explore key spiritual practices and how to incorpora…

On this episode of the Real Life Theology Podcast, hosted by Renew.org, we present an enlightening discussion between Daniel McCoy and Jeremy Bacon as they conclude their series on the Sermon on the Mount. Their study explores the profound relevance of the Sermon today, detailing personal experiences, biblical interpretations, and the impact of thi…

In this episode speakers Jeremy Bacon and Daniel McCoy delve into the transformative power of the Sermon on the Mount. They talk about how the sermon's teachings apply to real-life situations, advising on how to value people more, show respect, and deal with issues such as contempt. The conversation highlights how the sermon has helped Jeremy, part…

In this episode of the Real Life Theology Podcast, Jeremy Bacon unpacks the concept of the Kingdom of Heaven as it intertwines across the Sermon on the Mount. Jeremy explores the various meanings of Heaven in the New Testament, emphasizes the relevance of the Kingdom of Heaven in our current lives, and shares rich insights into the Beatitudes. This…

Welcome back to the Real Life Theology Podcast!! In this episode Jeremy Bacon takes you through an in-depth exploration of the Sermon on the Mount. Sharing his personal journey with this profound teaching, Jeremy details its historical context, and reveals how it challenged and reshaped his life, his culture, and his view of reality. He invites lis…

Merry Christmas to all our Real Life Theology Podcast listeners. In this special episode, host Matthew Crowson Introduces our next season coming up in the New Year on Sermon on The Mount. Furthermore, we want to hear your reaction to our podcast. Comment, like, subscribe to our channel for more great content. Please Fill out this survey, we would l…

In this episode, Jim describes the methods in his new books, RelationSHIFT and the Revolutionary Disciple. He teaches on different levels of Christian maturity and how a mature Disciple engages in relationships. For more information about other Renew.Org podcasts visit: https://renew.org/media/podcasts/…

Paul Huyghebaert has a conversation with Shodankeh Johnson about how to create a Discipleship culture. Shodankeh shares his story about how he started off in his ministry. They describe how starting with prayer and fasting is an important part of seeing a disciple making movement happening in America. For more information about other Renew.Org podc…

In this episode, Chad Harrington discusses how to start a leadership training program at your church to train leaders of leaders. For more information about other Renew.Org podcasts visit: https://renew.org/media/podcasts/De către RENEW.org

In this episode, Brian Bolton from Grace marriage looks at what it looks like for churches to utilize Grace marriage to help their marriage ministry. For more information about other Renew.Org podcasts visit: https://renew.org/media/podcasts/De către RENEW.org