In this episode, Pastor Derek Vreeland describes how nearly all wisdom can be summed up in patience. He shares personal experiences and reflections on the value of patience in getting older and in decision making. He also explores the concept of patience in the face of conflict and injustice, drawing insights from the teachings of Jesus and theologians like Miroslav Volf. The episode concludes with a call to embrace patience and kindness in daily life.

Books mentioned in this episode:

The End of Memory by Miroslav Volf

Scripture verses mentioned in this episode:

Mark 4:26-29

Romans 12:19-21

Matthew 5:38-42

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Peaceable and Kind host Derek Vreeland dives into the disagreement between his peacemaker’s heart developed in his pastoral life with the media representation of hyper-violent masculinity that is hoisted upon the men of today. He shares how he reconciles those disparate identities and ideals within his faith. He also answers the question "Are you sure Jesus came to bring peace?"

Books mentioned in this episode:

Jesus and John Wayne: How White Evangelicals Corrupted a Faith and Fractured a Nation by Kristin Du Mez

Man Enough: How Jesus Redefines Manhood by Nate Pile

Scripture verses mentioned in this episode:

Isaiah 2:2-4

Isaiah 9:6-7

Zechariah 9:9-10

Matthew 10:34-39

Matthew 10:32-33

Luke 14:25-33

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Peaceable and Kind host Derek Vreeland shares five ways you can be politically engaged, but rise ABOVE the ugliness and unhealthiness of our angry and divided political culture. Politics matter because politics affect people and people matter to God. So while politics matter, your soul matters more. The five practices keep you engaged in the world of politics without damaging your spiritual life. 

The book mentioned in this episode:

Thou Shalt Not Be a Jerk: A Christians Guide to Engaging Politics by Eugene Cho

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Peaceable and Kind host Derek Vreeland is joined by his friend Tommy Brown. Tommy is the Pastor for Spiritual and Community Formation at Generations United Church in Niceville, Florida and an author of several books, including The Ache for Meaning. In this conversation, Derek and Tommy talk about pastoring people during a divisive time, how the church can 'fight like family,' and why the temptation of Jesus reveals three fundamental human questions. 

The book mentioned in this episode:

The Ache for Meaning by Tommy Brown

Scripture verses mentioned in this episode:

1 Thessalonians 4:11-12

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Peaceable and Kind host Derek Vreeland dives into just what it means to be peaceable by looking into key verses about peace. He defines peace using the Hebrew word shalom which refers to well-being and human flourishing.  

Quotes from Jesus and Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. support this important theme in the Bible. 

Scripture verses mentioned in this episode:

Psalm 34:14

Matthew 5:3-10

1 Timothy 2:1-3

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What exactly does the Scripture say about kindness? Peaceable and Kind host Derek Vreeland discusses the second of the twin themes of this podcast—kindness. In a world that seemed to be getting more and more mean, God is calling us to choose a path of kindness which is a fruit of the Spirit. Kindness is mercy in motion. Kindness is who God is and we are striving towards becoming more like God. 

The book mentioned in this episode:

Does God See Me?: How God Meets Us in the Center of Our Trauma-Healing Journey by Dieula Previlon 

Scripture verses mentioned in this episode:

Galatians 5:22-23

Romans 2:4

2 Corinthians 6:6-7

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Welcome to "Peaceable and Kind," the podcast where we explore the transformative power of living out Jesus' call to peace and kindness in our everyday lives. In this introductory episode, host Derek Vreeland gives an introduction to the primary themes of the podcast. 

Books mentioned in this episode include some of Derek's books:

Centering Jesus: How the Lamb of God Transforms Our Communities, Ethics, and Spiritual Lives 

By the Way: Getting Serious iAbout Following Jesus 

N.T. Wright and the Revolutionary Cross: A Reader’s Guide to The Day the Revolution Began 

Through the Eyes of N.T. Wright: A Reader’s Guide to Paul and the Faithfulness of God 

Scripture verses mentioned in this episode:

James 3:13-18

Ephesians 4:30-32

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