The Thinklings Podcast — Episode 283The Inner Ring

Welcome to Episode 283 of The Thinklings Podcast!

In this episode, the Thinklings turn their attention to “The Inner Ring,” C.S. Lewis’s penetrating essay found in The Weight of Glory. The conversation explores Lewis’s warning about the desire for insider status, belonging, and recognition—and how that desire subtly shapes human behavior, temptation, and faithfulness in the Christian life.

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Books & Business

The Inner Ring & Mid-Winter Couples Retreat — Thinkling Stearns

The Dark Is Rising Series — Thinkling Carter

Complementarity — Thinkling Little

The Iliad — Thinkling Boyd

Main Content

A discussion of “The Inner Ring,” focusing on Lewis’s insights into social temptation, pride, and the quiet pull of exclusion and inclusion. The Thinklings reflect on how Christians are called to resist the lure of the inner circle and instead pursue humility, faithfulness, and love of neighbor.

Final Meditation

A closing meditation from Luke 18 on persistent prayer, reminding listeners to seek God’s approval above all others.

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