Why have transgender people become such a powerful target of fear, ridicule, and scapegoating? In this episode of Acts 17: The Quiet Way, I reflect on what I have witnessed in the church, the biblical witness of Matthew 19, Isaiah 56, and Acts 8, and Christ’s call to love people even when their stories perplex or challenge us. Trans people are not the enemy. Our understanding may remain incomplete, but our calling in Christ to love is never in doubt.

Episode Description

Why have so many stopped listening to the church?

We often answer that question by pointing to culture, politics, or growing secularism. But what if Scripture invites us to ask a different question?

In this episode of Acts 17: The Quiet Way, we explore Paul's visit to Athens in Acts 17 and discover a different vision of Christian witness. Before Paul proclaimed Christ, he walked through the city. He observed. He listened. He even quoted the Greek poets before sharing the gospel.

Along the way, we'll reflect on the wisdom of Proverbs and James, Jesus' conversation with the Samaritan woman, and why the contemplative tradition has transformed the way I understand faith, listening, and the public square.

Perhaps faithful witness begins not by winning arguments, but by paying attention.

Scripture

• Acts 17:16–34
• Proverbs 18:13
• Proverbs 29:20
• James 1:19
• John 4:19–24

Welcome to Acts 17: The Quiet Way.

Why another Christian podcast?

In this first episode, I share the vision behind this channel and why I believe the world doesn't need more religious noise—it needs people willing to pay attention. Inspired by Paul's encounter in Acts 17, we'll explore a way of following Jesus rooted in Scripture, contemplation, curiosity, and compassionate engagement with the world.

My hope is to create a place where we can slow down, ask honest questions, and discover the deeper Voice beneath the noise.

If this resonates with you, I'd be honored if you'd subscribe and join me for future conversations.