Michael Cerna, CEO of Accord Network, joins Today’s Conversation podcast, hosted by NAE President Walter Kim, to delve into these issues and more. In this episode, they also discuss:

• How the foreign aid freeze impacts Christian nonprofits that do not receive federal funding;
• What responsibilities governments have in caring for vulnerable people and enacting justice;
• Examples of faith and government collaboration in the Bible; and
• How Jesus’ perseverance in the face of adversity inspires hope.

Show Notes: https://www.nae.org/michael-cerna-faith-and-hope-amidst-crisis/

As our country grapples with such high levels of conflict, NAE President Walter Kim and Amanda Ripley, author of “High Conflict” and co-founder of Good Conflict, dive into how conflicts escalate, the psychology behind heated disagreements, and practical steps to transform high conflict into good conflict.

You’ll also hear them discuss:

• The factors that fuel high conflict in relationships and society;
• Actionable steps to take in high-conflict moments, such as on an airplane or polling station;
• Biblical examples of navigating high-conflict situations; and
• How to enter into productive conflict through vulnerability and humility.

Find the Show Notes Here: https://www.nae.org/aripleypodcast/ ‎

In this episode, NAE President Walter Kim and John Inazu, a constitutional lawyer and professor of law and religion at Washington University, offer insights into building meaningful connections with others in pursuit of the common good, including:

• How to model engagement rooted in hope;
• The translation work needed to find common ground;
• How the theological understanding of forgiveness shapes our interactions; and
• Why it requires faith to both engage and to disengage.

Show notes: https://www.nae.org/jinazupodcast

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/