In an age when following Jesus can feel increasingly costly, what sustains a faithful heart? Pastor Paul Kim joins us to explore how the gospel empowers us to live with conviction and humility in a culture that often opposes our faith. Drawing from the book of Daniel, Paul reminds us that grace steadies us in exile—inviting us to rest in our identity as God’s beloved, secure in His sovereignty, and sent to seek the good of the world around us. Listen in and discover how the gospel empowers us to live faithfully, humbly, and with hope.

In this episode, they discuss…

• Calling, Family, and Longevity (03:38)
• Post-Christendom and Cultural Pushback (13:08)
• Exiles, Identity, and Daniel’s Relevance (17:39)
• Humble Confidence vs. Culture War (27:05)
• The Power of Prayer (39:30)
• Pride, Beastliness, and Gospel Sanity (49:36)

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Referenced in this episode:

• Read Paul’s study of Daniel
• Read a study of Lamentations by Jonathan Gibson
• Watch Paul’s homily at PCA-GA
• Explore Short-Term Trips and Internships
• Bible references: Daniel 1:8, Jeremiah 28:7, Daniel 3-5, Romans 3:23, Daniel 10:11-12, Romans 8:31-35, 1 Corinthians 15:54-56, 1 Kings 19:18

Credits: 

Our guest for this episode was Paul Kim, Senior Pastor of Redeemer Presbyterian Church. This episode was hosted by Jim Lovelady. Production by Evan Mader, Anna Madsen, and Grace Chang. Music by Tommy L.

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