Much has been said about our increasingly polarized society. It seems we are becoming more entrenched in particular ideologies and less capable of understanding others. But are we as polarized as we think we are?Tim Dixon, co-founder of More in Common, joins Today’s Conversation to discuss what we do have in common, and how we can find more in common with others.

In this conversation, NAE President Walter Kim and Tim Dixon discuss findings from More in Common's report, "Promising Revelations: Undoing the False Impressions of America's Faithful." The research sheds light on common misperceptions about communities of faith in America, including evangelicals.

You'll also hear them discuss:

*Where these misperceptions come from and what's at stake if they continue to be believed;

*What can be done to build bridges and find unity;

*How small moments of connection can shift perspectives; and

*Why this work is especially worthwhile for followers of Jesus.

Show notes: NAE.org/dixonpodcast

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Riad Kassis, international director of Langham Partnership, shares how living in the Middle East has shaped his faith and reflects on his experience at the most recent Lausanne Gathering in Seoul, South Korea.

You’ll also hear NAE President Walter Kim and Riad discuss:

• Why theological resources for and by Majority World pastors is vital for the Church;
• What biblical truths about persecution can reshape our minds and hearts;
• Why justice is a matter of great importance to Christians in conflict areas; and
• How we can stand with our brothers and sisters in Christ around the world.

Show Notes : https://www.nae.org/kassispodcast/ 

In Today’s Conversation podcast, host NAE President Walter Kim and Andy discuss:

• Different theories predicting how AI — including AGI and ASI — will develop in society;
• Why we need a better theological framework — particularly around demonology — for the future of AI;
• How AI could be redemptive for our physical health, relationships and more; and
• Why the practice of Sabbath will mark people who flourish in this technological shift.

Go To Show Notes:

NAE.org/crouchpodcast

In this episode of Today’s Conversation, journalist Bonnie Kristian and NAE President Walter Kim explore practical ways to engage with the surplus of information coming our way, and how to stay on guard in our discipleship to Jesus in the digital age. 

You’ll also hear Walter and Bonnie discuss: 

• The issue of “expertise” in the post-pandemic era; 
• Why having a depth of knowledge on a few topics vs. broad knowledge on all current issues may be more helpful; 
• The growing mindset of “conspiracism” and how to speak to it, or sometimes how to refrain from speaking to it; and 
• Other practical tips for staying grounded in truth.

Click here for show notes: NAE.org/kristianpodcast

The country is divided across class, racial, gender and political lines, and churches are not immune to this. Sometimes they even exemplify this division. How can pastors preach to a divided audience, and how can congregants remain active participants despite challenging differences?

Dr. Matthew Kim, of Truett Seminary and co-author of “Preaching to a Divided Nation,” offers a way forward in this episode of Today's Conversation.

Shirley Mullen, president emerita of Houghton University, joins NAE President Walter Kim for Today’s Conversation podcast, and casts a vision for how each of us can claim the courageous middle in this election season and beyond.

You’ll also hear Shirley and Walter discuss:

• How active listening and bridge-building is central to the middle space;
• Why being in the middle is labor intensive, but offers real possibilities for lasting change;
• How institutions and individuals have navigated this space and seen fruit of their labors; and
• Where those who feel disillusioned by polarization can find encouragement.

For a complete list of show notes: NAE.org/mullenpodcast/

This conversation covers why marriage not only benefits those who have committed to forging strong marriages but also society as a whole. You’ll also hear Brad and Walter discuss:

• The anti-family messaging that afflicts our culture today;
• Why segments of society that forgo marriage face higher risk of deaths of despair;
• Research-based encouragement for young people, in particular, to get married; and
• Factors that go into forging a healthy and long-lasting marriage.

Show notes can be found here: NAE.org/wilcoxpodcast/



They talk about why we must reckon with the past in order to experience racial healing and reconciliation, and why the aspiration for a society that’s rooted in love, peace and joy is essential to the work of racial justice.

You’ll also hear about a recent trip, hosted by National Unity Weekend and the National Association of Evangelicals, with 100 Christian leaders to the Legacy Museum in Montgomery, Alabama. Bryan shares his vision for the museum as a place of truth-telling where narratives are recovered and where people can grapple with dreadful elements of America’s history and at the same time be inspired by the perseverance of those who suffered.

They also discuss:

• How fear and power are barriers to racial reconciliation;
• Why there can be no reconciliation without reckoning;
• How the conviction in our hearts motivates change; and
• How we can be liberated through repentance and experience redemption.

Go to NAE.org/stevenson-grier-podcast for show notes.

What does it look like when the Church follows God into unknown territory? Hear Noemi Chavez, a pastor and the co-founder of Brave Global, share what happened when her church committed to serving and empowering at-risk girls, particularly in foster care and on probation.

Hosted by NAE President Walter Kim, this conversation discusses leading and inspiring social change (despite feelings of inadequacy) and developing the next generation of leaders.

You'll also hear Noemi share:

-Why bravery is essential for healing and for meaningful witness;

-How a faithful Christian presence opens doors for gospel transformation;

-What it looks like to release control and empower young leaders; and

-Why we must have a heart posture focused more on walking with Jesus than on outcomes.

Get show notes here: NAE.org/chavezpodcast/

This conversation, hosted by NAE President Walter Kim, discusses the importance of emotional health and how our emotions are not something we should fear, but instead something we should embrace.

You’ll also hear Dr. Anita discuss: 

• How embracing our emotions is integral to our spiritual growth;
• Recent discoveries in neurobiology that echo what we know in Scripture;
• How Christians can lead in spaces of emotional well-being; and
• The impact her book, “The Garden Within” has had in both faith-based and secular spheres.

View show notes here: NAE.org/phillipspodcast