THINQ Media Podcast

In a culture that demands our time and efficiency, how can Christians slow down? Is it possible to have emptier calendars, more rest, and still live faithful and productive lives? Kelly M. Kapic, professor of theological studies at Covenant College, explores these questions and more in his new book, You're Only Human. Listen in as he discusses some of his ideas from the book and gives wisdom on how our human limitations can glorify God. Kelly's book is the latest selection in the Q Ideas Book Tour series. To read along with us, participate in a Live Q&A and get access to additional resources, visit qideas.org/booktour.

Leading well in our current cultural moment can feel exhausting. But in this powerful talk, pastor Jon Tyson reminds us that this is the very time and place God has called us to lead. He challenges us to consider how this truth might build our courage and help us live more faithfully—wherever we've been called.

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In this episode, Q Ideas president Gabe Lyons reflects on some of the most important Q Moments from 2021. As another chaotic year comes to a close, we know you'll appreciate the chance to take a step back and reflect on some of the most important ideas of the year, so you can prepare well for what might lie ahead in 2022. Want to watch these full talks and conversations? Visit qideas.org/top10 to view any of these talks in their entirety.

In countries around the world, Christian communities are facing intense persecution. Yet at the same time, these "underground" churches are growing exponentially as the gospel spreads in some of the most unlikely places. What can we learn from our brothers and sisters in Christ who are living out their faith where it's most difficult to do so—and how can we continue to support the spread of the gospel? Sharing his own experience with persecuted churches around the world, David Platt helps us answer this question. Want to participate in conversations like these? Join us in Nashville on April 28-29 for our annual Culture Summit event. Over two days, you will hear 35+ talks on the most important ideas for Christians to engage in the season ahead. Register now: qideas.org/2022.

There comes small moments and decisions that end up impacting our lives for years to come. Dr. Michael Lindsay calls them "hinge moments". How do we identify these moments? As Christians, what practices can I adopt to wisely navigate them? In this interview, Dr. Lindsay discusses these questions and more from his newest book, Hinge Moments.

Hear more converations like these at our annnual Culture Summit April 28-29 in Nashville. Register now at qideas.org/cs2022

Although we are more connected than ever before, loneliness seems to be plaguing our modern society more and more each passing year. Why do people, particularly young people, feel more lonely than ever? How can we as Christians respond to the problem of loneliness amongst our friends, families, and churches? Guided by current research from Barna Group, Susan Mettes explores these questions and more in her new book, The Loneliness Epidemic. Listen in to this interview to hear her tackles some of these tough questions.

The Loneliness Epidmeic is our latest selection in the Q Ideas Book Tour series. To read along with us, participate in a Live Q&A and get access to additional resources, visit qideas.org/booktour.

Thanks to documentaries like The Social Dilemma and an abundance of eye-opening research, we're all-too aware of the pitfalls surrounding social media. But is there a better way for us to engage? Is it possible for us to succeed at social media without losing our souls? Author and podcaster Annie F. Downs argues the answer is yes. She shares her insights and best practices with us in this talk.

To engage in more culturally important conversations like this one, make plans to join us at the Culture Summit, taking place in Nashville on April 28-29, 2021. Over two days, you will hear 35+ talks on the most important ideas for Christians to engage in our moment. Register now: qideas.org/cs2022.

In a culture focused on outcomes and success, are Christians called to live any differently? Author and spoken word artist Hosanna Wong argues the answer is yes. Through an original spoken word poem and a powerful talk, Hosanna challenges us to be those who are intentional about listening to God—first and foremost.

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We were designed to create and co-create. How do feelings stemming from shame prohibit our ability to fulfill that calling? How does human desire play into this conversation? Dr. Curt Thompson helps us connect ideas between shame, desire and creating.

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Over the past few years, our culture has watched at the #MeToo and #ChurchToo movements rock our institutions. How can we, as Christians, be a people that champions the vunerable, protects the weak and redeems the God-given place of power? Dr. Diane Langberg offers her clinical and theological perspective on these questions and how Chrisitans can navigate these sensitive issues.

Her book, Redeeming Power, is our latest selection in the Q Ideas Book Tour series. To read along with us, participate in a Live Q&A and get access to additional resources, visit qideas.org/booktour.