EP 16 - What happens when personal pain—ours or someone else’s—goes unhealed? Too often, it creates patterns of disconnection, fractured relationships, and cycles of disunity in the very spaces meant to be safe and life-giving.

In this episode, I sit down with Jennie Barry, Family and Marriage Director at The Square Church, for a powerful and deeply personal conversation about the role of pain in our relationships and how we can begin to heal.

We explore:
How pain shows up and quietly fuels disunity in families, churches, and communities

The subtle lies we believe about ourselves and others that keep those patterns in place

Practical and spiritual steps that can lead us toward reconciliation and wholeness

What transformation looks like when we choose truth, grace, and healing

You’ll also hear Jennie share about a free resource she created to help you replace identity-warping lies with the truth of Scripture. It’s a simple but powerful tool—and it’s linked below.

If you’re feeling stuck in a cycle of pain, this episode offers encouragement, clarity, and hope for the journey ahead.

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EP 15 - In a world quick to divide and slow to reconcile, the Church is called to something deeper—a unity that’s not performative, but rooted in the prayer of Jesus in John 17: “that they may be one.”

In this episode, Deanna sits down with Jim Moon, founder of the Two Cities Project, to explore what it really takes to cultivate Biblical justice and unity—not just in our theology, but in our daily lives and communities.

You’ll hear Jim reflect on lessons from leading a multi-lingual congregation, the spiritual formation that justice work demands, and how the long, slow road of unity has shaped his heart over time.
🎯 We'll talk about:

Navigating the frustration of unity work that feels slow, unseen, or unrewarded

Facing the real tensions of doing justice work in divided communities

Discovering postures that make space for difference without division

Recognizing the spiritual transformation that comes through sustained commitment to unity

Learn how small, patient acts of faithfulness can shape a just and unified witness

And receive encouragement if you feel weary or disillusioned in the work of reconciliation

Whether you’re leading a church, serving a diverse community, or simply trying to walk out justice in your everyday life—this conversation will meet you where you are and remind you that unity takes time... and it’s worth it.

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EP 14 - In this episode of The Beautiful Justice Podcast, we end our three-part Q&A series with Chris Masters, co-Director of The School of Discipleship at The Square Church in Smyrna, GA. 

Together, we explore what it means to walk in Biblical unity when our perspectives—and our spiritual maturity—don’t always align.
How do we navigate microaggressions and racial misunderstandings in Christian community without creating more division? 

What does it look like to disciple one another through the tension with truth and grace?
This conversation is an honest, hopeful look at what it takes to stay committed to unity in the face of real-life challenges.
We discuss:🧭 How to recognize and respond to microaggressions in a Biblical, relational way
🌱 Why deep relationships are essential for meaningful discipleship and accountability
🤝 When to speak up, when to stay silent, and how to discern the difference in community

Whether you're leading, listening, or learning, this episode offers encouragement to stay rooted in grace as we grow together in justice and unity.
A Prayer for Humble Unity Within Community

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EP 13 - In this episode, I’m answering some of the big, tender questions that often come up in conversations around biblical unity and justice—questions about white shame, how to disciple our kids through cultural confusion, and what it means to navigate politics and repentance through a kingdom lens.
Chris Masters, Co-Director of The School of Discipleship in Smyrna, GA, and I talk about how shame doesn’t come from God, how corporate sin affects us all, not just those who caused it, and why sin, not racism, is the real enemy of the global church. 

I also share personal stories, moments of healing, and practical ways I’ve learned to respond when unity feels hard or even impossible.
If you’ve ever asked:
How do I teach my kids without passing on shame?

What do I do with my pain from past church divisions?

How can I repent for something my ancestors or community did?

What does biblical justice really look like in today’s world?

…then this episode is for you.

Connect with the UpRising MinistryA Prayer to Reflect God’s Heart in Hard Interactions

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EP 12 - In today’s episode, I’m diving deeper into a recent Q&A session I recorded after teaching a workshop on Biblical justice and the Bible and race. 
Grounded in Romans 8:18–26, we explore what it means to live in the tension of the "now and not yet"—a world where creation groans, we groan, and yet, we hope.
Here are three takeaways I want you to sit with as you listen:
Justice begins with formation – Real change doesn't start with good intentions or quick solutions; it starts with allowing God to shape your heart through Scripture and relationships that challenge and grow you.

Relationships are the bridge – We can't talk about racial healing without talking about proximity. Building deep, cross-cultural relationships is where transformation takes root and where we begin to look more like the Kingdom.

The Holy Spirit helps us when the work feels too hard – Whether you're afraid of saying the wrong thing or feeling discouraged by resistance, the Spirit has given us what we need to keep pursuing unity with love, humility, and hope.

I’ll also share practical steps for walking this out in your community, thoughts on nations progressing in racial healing, and a personal prayer to close.

No matter your background, I believe God is inviting each of us to live more fully into His justice and unity—your next step might be closer than you think.

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EP 11 - While different languages were part of God’s original design, the confusion of language came as a judgment of sin. But in Acts 2, when the Holy Spirit came, the very first sign of His presence was the ability to understand one another. 

It was a clear picture of how the Spirit empowers us to live in unity—even across language barriers.

In this episode, I reflect on how this call to unity isn’t just for the dominant culture; it’s for everyone who follows the Way of Jesus. We’re all invited to embody humility and love, lifting others before ourselves.

Recognize the role of the Holy Spirit in overcoming cultural and language barriers.

Reflect on a personal invitation to pursue unity with those who are different from you.

Discern how your church can take meaningful steps toward a multi-ethnic, Spirit-led community.

I'll also offer two invitations for reflection—one personal, one corporate—and close the episode with a prayer I wrote for a multi-ethnic church, which you can download using the link below.

A Prayer for God's Divine Multi-Ethnic Church


What is Biblical Unity? Spring Bible Study I’ve created a four-week beginner-level inductive Bible study called What is Biblical Unity? This spring, I’ll be leading an online small group through this study, and my hope is that God will use this time to transform our hearts and inspire us to lead others in studying and living out Biblical Unity.
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EP 10 - In this episode, I’m sharing a personal experience that made me reflect on the power of language in building relationships. During a visit to Cuba, I attended a church service without an interpreter, and let me tell you, it was eye-opening. 

It made me realize how vital communication is for true connection, especially in the Kingdom of God.

Together, we’ll dive into God’s original design for language, starting in Genesis. We’ll see how language was meant to foster unity and purpose, but how sin—and ultimately the Tower of Babel—turned it into a source of confusion and division.

I’ll also explore what this means for us today, especially in multi-ethnic church settings. How can we overcome language barriers in worship, fellowship, and ministry? I’ll share practical strategies, from bilingual services to intentional community-building, so we can reflect the beauty of God’s diverse family while pursuing unity in Christ.

What is Biblical Unity? Spring Bible Study
I’ve created a four-week beginner-level inductive Bible study called What is Biblical Unity? This spring, I’ll be leading an online small group through this study, and my hope is that God will use this time to transform our hearts and inspire us to lead others in studying and living out Biblical Unity. If you’d like to join me, check out the link in the show notes or visit needlemovers.org/whatisunitystudy.

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EP 9 - In my last episode, I focused on defining Biblical unity: the intentional forging of a diverse community committed to mutual value, love, and acceptance. It’s not just an ideal—it’s a way of living, cultivated through spiritual discipline and transformation with Jesus.

But if unity is so central to God’s design, why do we struggle so much to experience it?

In this episode, I’m diving into what I believe is the greatest barrier to Biblical unity—sin. Sin separates us from dwelling with God and from one another. 

It’s not people who are the root cause of disunity; it’s the presence of sin in our hearts, communities, and systems. And because unity is a spiritual pursuit, our response to sin must also be spiritual.

I’ll share stories that highlight the real challenges of multiracial unity in the church, unpack scriptural truths about the impact of sin, and offer a powerful action step to help us move toward healing and transformation.
Join me as we begin this critical conversation—because unity isn’t just about being together. It’s about becoming a people where God’s Spirit dwells.


I’ve also created a four-week beginner-level inductive Bible study called What is Biblical Unity? In March, I’ll be leading an online small group through this study, and my hope is that God will use this time to transform our hearts and inspire us to lead others in studying and living out Biblical Unity. If you’d like to join me, check out the link in the show notes or visit needlemovers.org/whatisunitystudy.

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EP 8 - Too often, we think of unity as an abstract, feel-good concept, but Scripture teaches us that unity is a practice—a spiritual discipline that requires intention, obedience, and transformation.

In this episode, I unpack five key facets of Biblical Unity that help move us from an idealistic view to a real-life application. 

Episode 8 is the first in my series on unity. The series will examine what scripture says about unity, the barriers that keep us from practicing it, and the spiritual disciplines that cultivate it.

I’ve also created a four-week beginner-level inductive Bible study called What is Biblical Unity? In March, I’ll be leading an online small group through this study, and my hope is that God will use this time to transform our hearts and inspire us to lead others in studying and living out Biblical Unity. If you’d like to join me, check out the link in the show notes or visit needlemovers.org/whatisunitystudy.

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EP 7—In this episode, we explore Psalm 137, a raw and poignant lament born out of the Jewish exile after the destruction of Jerusalem in 586 BCE. As I reflect on this passage, I’m struck by its intensity and honesty—the anguish, rage, and longing expressed in its verses feel deeply human. Together with my guest and Biblical Scholar, Rachel Jeon, we unpack the historical and spiritual significance of this psalm and explore its themes of displacement, identity, and grief.

We also discuss how Psalm 137 challenges us to embrace the full spectrum of emotions in our prayers, creating a safe space for our most vulnerable moments before God. Moving from the ancient exile to modern reflections, we explore what it means to live as a cultural or ethnic minority today.

This conversation touches on the complex layers of identity, the experience of feeling both at home and displaced, and how the diversity of the U.S. shapes our understanding of culture and belonging. Join us as we navigate these profound questions, celebrating the beauty of scripture’s humanity and God’s deep understanding of His creation.

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