#323 – Navigating Change, Church, and Culture

What do you do when life as you know it has changed and there seems to be no going back? How do you navigate the ever-changing landscape of the world that surrounds you? This space has been an ever-present reality for many of us as we find ourselves stuck wondering what we should do in the current climate of the world we know today. 

Should we leave, or should we stay in the job position? What should we engage in socially, and how? Should we even engage at all? Not only are we questioning how to do life in general, but one of the biggest questions that has plagued the life of believers is how do we "do" church?

In this episode, Nona Jones offers some amazing wisdom on the topic of the church. What is the biblical model of the church? How did Jesus minister in history? What is the church's current condition as a result of the pandemic, and how have advancements in technology contributed to, or challenged, the way we think about church as a whole?

Nona Jones and I also discuss her contribution to the space of race and faith and the power and impact of prayer in conjunction with our efforts in seeking to move forward. 

As chaotic and confusing as life has been, I believe it has presented a unique opportunity for God to help us return to the heart of the matter – to consider the most important aspects of life and seek Him concerning His purposes and plans. I would also like to encourage you to enter into a space of compassion as you move forward with hope in Him and my hope is that this conversation will help you to do just that.

Highlights from Today’s Episode:

The post-pandemic church

Issues of race with faith

Unique opportunities in the current climate

Resources from today's show

Connect with Nona Jones on Instagram and Facebook.

Pick up a copy of Nona Jones’ books, Social Media to Social Ministry and Success From the Inside Out.

Interested in learning about the intersection of faith and race? Check out faithandprejudice.

Visit Nona Jones’ website to learn more.

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“Sometimes, for those of us who have been in church our whole lives, we forget that church is a place of healing.” - Chrystal Hurst 

“You never know what someone is carrying when they walk through the doors of the church.” - Nona Jones  

“God’s love, when we are able to receive it, often comes through people.” - Chrystal Hurst

“God helped me to see that change will not happen in the walls of Congress until it first happens in the heart of the church.”- Nona Jones 

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