In this episode of Today’s Conversation, D.A. Horton, theologian, professor, pastor, author and hip hop artist, discusses the topics of culture making and ethnic conciliation — the idea that Jesus’ finished work has not only reconciled us to God but also from all ethnicities into one family.

Host Walter Kim, NAE President, and Damon also discuss: 

• Balancing individual rights and a collectivist perspective as the Church;
• Embodying ethnic conciliation through rhythms of evangelicalism and discipleship;
• How to affirm truths found in culture without compromising the message of Christ; and
• How local churches take, reflect and examine their own culture. 

After a 30 year career in business consulting, Ted now leads Renovaré as its president. In Today’s Conversation, he talks with Walter Kim, NAE president, about spiritual formation and how to be people who are truly transformed by God. They discuss what it means to develop the mindset of Christ.

Ted also shares:

• How to cultivate an authentic approach to spiritual disciplines without falling into legalism;
• Why creating more space for “depth” in churches is an antidote to society’s frenetic pace;
• What role community plays in spiritual disciplines and formation; and
• What lessons he’s learning through life and leadership.

In Today’s Conversation, Lisa Fields, founder of Jude 3 Project, shares how her own faith was challenged and how she is committed to helping Christians — particularly in the Black community — know what they believe and why.

Host Walter Kim, NAE president, and Lisa also discuss:

• What is required to reconstruct faith;
• How to develop a posture of humility and openness with people who hold different beliefs;
• What apologetics topics are especially salient for Black Christians today; and 
• How Lisa thinks about renewal among Black Christians and the Church at large.

In Today’s Conversation, Felicia Wu Song, a cultural sociologist of media and digital technologies, talks with NAE President Walter Kim to answer this question and discuss technological impacts on the human experience.

They also review:

• The potential of technology to isolate us from genuine human connection;
• How digital connectivity is not just a challenge for younger generations;
• How our digital habits are discipling us away from the kingdom of God; and
• The importance of setting boundaries when it comes to technology.

Visit this episode’s website NAE.org/wusongpodcast

In Today’s Conversation with NAE President Walter Kim, Heather Rice-Minus, incoming president and CEO of Prison Fellowship, shares stories of transformed lives inside and outside prison walls, and discusses the importance of efforts to redeem broken systems.

In this episode, you'll discover:

• Why Chuck Colson started Prison Fellowship in 1976;
• What challenges exist in the criminal justice system today;
• How God can use institutions for renewal and restoration; and
• What brings Heather hope for those impacted by incarceration.

Tune in as we engage in a captivating conversation that sheds light on the power of redemption and the pursuit of justice. Don't miss this insightful and thought-provoking episode.

Visit this episode’s website NAE.org/riceminuspodcast/

In this episode of Today’s Conversation, we’ve joined with The Mission Matters podcast to bring you special guest, Michael Oh, the global executive director and CEO of the Lausanne Movement. NAE President Walter Kim co-hosts the conversation with Ted Esler, president of MissioNexus, and Matthew Ellison, president of sixteen:fifteen. Together they share how God is moving around the world, particularly through the global missions movement.

You’ll hear them discuss:

• What the difference is between global missions and the globalization of missions;
• How the demonstration of the gospel interacts with the proclamation of the gospel;
• The unique aspects of the upcoming Lausanne Congress in Seoul; and
• What brings them hope for the next decade of the global Church.

Visit this episode’s website NAE.org/ohpodcast/

NAE President Walter Kim and Dr. Curt Thompson go back to the very beginning and discuss how we see this embodied and relational reality, as well as the effects of trauma and shame, in the first four chapters of Genesis.

They also explore:

• How Western thinking has influenced our understanding of spirituality;
• Why being receptive to love is more difficult than loving others;
• How we can create spaces for others to experience beauty and goodness; and
• What practices or outlooks can help us care for our soul.

In Today’s Conversation podcast with NAE President Walter Kim, Pastor Meeks describes how that truth played out in Salem Baptist Church of Chicago’s exponential growth. He reflects on his decades of pastoral ministry proclaiming and demonstrating the good news, including very creative community initiatives.

They also discuss:

• How the Word of God is foundational to transformed lives;
• How every Christian can be equipped for ministry outside the church’s four walls;
• What it looks like to pass the torch to the next generation of leaders; and
• How to deal with the burdens of ministry.

Visit this episode’s website: NAE.org/meekspodcast/

Join us for this enlightening conversation as we unlock the transformative potential of the gospel\'s social dimensions. NAE President Walter Kim and Pastor Derwin Gray guide us through an engaging exploration of faith, justice, and the path to a more inclusive and reconciled future. Don\'t miss this episode of Today\'s Conversation, available now on your favorite podcast platform.

In this episode, NAE President Walter Kim engages in a compelling discussion with Mark Elliott, founder of the East-West Church and Ministry Report. Together, they shed light on the impact of the Russian invasion on religion and the state of churches and ministries in the region.

Gain valuable insights as we explore:

• The current landscape for evangelicals in both Ukraine and Russia, unveiling the challenges and opportunities they face.
• The pivotal role religion played during the 2022 invasion of Ukraine, offering a deeper understanding of the complex dynamics at play.
• The most pressing needs confronting churches in Ukraine, highlighting the areas requiring immediate attention and support.
• A glimpse into the responses of churches in neighboring countries like Poland and beyond, revealing the collective efforts to aid and assist in this critical situation.