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This week, Alex sits down with theologian and author Preston Sprinkle to discuss sexuality, gender, and what he's learned from listening to LGBTQ people. We also unpack his new book, From Genesis to Junia, examining difficult biblical passages about women in church leadership and what it means to let Scripture challenge beliefs we've held for years.

DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the cast members and guests. They do not necessarily reflect the official position of Christ Community Church.

This week, we sit down with Dr. Jonathan Schaeffer, president of the Christian and Missionary Alliance, and his wife, Mary, to discuss immigration, what Scripture teaches about welcoming strangers, and how Christians can hold compassion and the rule of law together. We challenge common arguments about immigration, deportation, and border security while asking whether the American church is accurately representing Jesus.

DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the cast members and guests. They do not necessarily reflect the official position of Christ Community Church.

This week, we look at why young adults are reporting more exhaustion than any other age group, and whether the problem is sleep, stress, technology, too many choices, or lives that never really shut off. We talk about our resistance to limits, what Jesus means when he offers rest, and what we may actually need to give up to become less tired.

DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the cast members and guests. They do not necessarily reflect the official position of Christ Community Church.

What does your life communicate about Jesus to the people around you?

In this message, CM&A President Dr. Jonathan Schaeffer explores Paul’s description of Christians as the “aroma of Christ” in 2 Corinthians 2:14–17. Followers of Jesus are called to reflect his love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, and character everywhere they go.

Through everyday relationships at home, work, school, and in our communities, the Holy Spirit shapes us to become more like Jesus. Our words, actions, integrity, kindness, and hope can help others see something different in us and ultimately point them toward Christ.

What kind of influence are you having on the people around you? Is your life drawing people closer to Jesus?

This week, Eric sat down with Justin to talk about growing up with cystic fibrosis, facing the reality of death, walking through dark seasons, and wrestling with God when hope feels hard to find. His story is about suffering without easy answers, faith that survives hard questions, and learning how the nearness of death can change the way you live.

DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the cast members and guests. They do not necessarily reflect the official position of Christ Community Church.

This week, Jess sits down with Joe to talk about childhood wounds, major health challenges, losing his colon, life with an ileostomy, and the darkest moments that tested his faith. We talk about what suffering changed, what it couldn’t take away, and how God can use the parts of our story we never would have chosen.

DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the cast members and guests. They do not necessarily reflect the official position of Christ Community Church.

This week, we sit down with Chad to talk about kidney failure, dialysis, the long wait for a transplant, and what happens to faith when life changes without your permission. We talk about fear, dependence, answered prayer, divine timing, and trusting God when the miracle you’re asking for still hasn’t come — kidney disease, dialysis, kidney transplant, organ donation, faith, suffering, prayer, hope, fear, unanswered prayer.

For more on Chad, his story and resources visit www.chadbring.com/

DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the cast members and guests. They do not necessarily reflect the official position of Christ Community Church.

This week, we sit down with Ken Dick and Mark Ashton to unpack Calvinism and Arminianism, exploring election, free will, God’s sovereignty, grace, and salvation through the five points of TULIP. We also talk about theological humility, why faithful Christians can disagree, and how conviction and friendship can coexist without sacrificing truth or unity.

DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the cast members and guests. They do not necessarily reflect the official position of Christ Community Church.

This week, we sit down with Eric and Rachel Dufour for an honest conversation about sex and intimacy in Christian marriage, including desire, arousal, orgasm, communication, and mismatched expectations. We explore how couples can better understand one another, navigate changing seasons, and approach sex as an opportunity to love and serve each other well.

DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the cast members and guests. They do not necessarily reflect the official position of Christ Community Church.

This week, we catch up on what’s been on our minds this summer, put each other on the spot with uncomfortable scenarios, and see where the conversation takes us. As summer winds down, we talk about changing rhythms, returning to routine, and being intentional about the season ahead.