Faith and Culture Now

Join Scott S., Scott H, and Randall W. as they discuss the value in the blues, creation care, and forgiveness leads to racial reconciliation.

In this episode Scott talks with Christine and Erin about the influence of Christian celebrities, the influence of good literature, and the influence and value of people with special needs.

In this episode Scott shares some basic principles for learning how to read the Bible more accurately and better understand the meaning in its pages.

In this special episode, Scott talks with Steven Stanley and Michael Dennis about decline in church memberships in America and the guilt and shame culture that is rampant in many churches. Michael shares his personal story of dealing with alcohol and depression and the healing that has begun through being brave enough to speak out about his struggles.

In this episode Scott talks with Christine and Scott H. about the importance of the portrayal of grief in WandaVision, the characteristics of "Christian" art, and a new album that hit the top of the iTunes Christian charts but that has more to do with doubt and struggle than with the normal milieu of CCM.

In this episode Scott talks with Bethany and Michael about the effects of Beth Moore leaving the SBC, women's roles in ministry in general, and about finding ways to bridge the racial divide in conservative Christianity.

In this episode Scott and Steve discuss how Christians should think about conspiracy theories and they discuss the concept of a simulated reality.

In this episode Scott talks with Randall Worley and Alex Mitchell about ethical responsibilities of social media platforms, the importance of viewing our walk with the Lord as relational not transactional, and the reason why it is unhealthy to create celebrities out of Christian leaders in the faith.

In this episode, Scott talks with Dr. Christine Hand Jones and Scott Higginbotham about why we love nostalgia, the need for a rightly ordered understanding of purity, and the need to trust God in the midst of a pandemic when it is easy to live in fear.

In this episode, Scott talks with Randall and Stephen about the changing shape of church attendance in light of COVID, issues surrounding our identity in light of God's redemptive plan and in light of spiritual community, and the issue of moral accountability and the natural consequences of our decisions.

In this episode, Scott talks with Michael and Alex about caring for creation, understanding what a testimony should be, and how the church can help people learn to share their struggles in order to be more authentic, grow together, and become stronger disciples.

In this episode Scott talks with Bethany and Scott H. about knowing our limits as Christians, taking time to rest, and learning to police our own behavior in social media.

In this episode Scott and Dr. Randall Worley discuss the divine favor of government, the reason we as Christians are to submit to the authority of government (even when governments are wicked or illegitimate), and how to move forward as believers in this tense political climate.

In this episode, Scott talks with Dr. Christine Hand Jones and Michael Dennis about making small changes to grow as a person, allowing art to help you process your emotions and world, and using films like "Soul" to find teachable moment with children.

In this episode Scott talks with Steve Stanley of FBC Krugerville and Alex Mitchell of Cinco Stones on YouTube about the post election political climate, focusing on Jesus and his birth at Christmas, and about the decision by WB to send all new release films directly to streaming and theaters in 2021.

In this video Scott speaks with Dr. Hunter about how to help those who  are struggling with suicidal thoughts and feelings. They discuss making  personal connections with people, getting help, gaining confidence, and  finding purpose in life.

n this video Scott talks with Dr. Steve Hunter about trauma, addiction,  anxiety, and the crushing weight that comes from the big lies leading  people to view suicide as the only best option. Dr. Hunter shares his  story of his attempted suicide as a high-school student.

 Shelby shares her story of losing her father to suicide. Scott and  Shelby talk about the importance of community in the grieving process. 

 Scott and Ross talk about music, the creative process, and the need to  learn from perspectives that are different from your own. You can check  out The Blood Orange Project here: https://www.thebloodorangeproject.com/ and you can check out his band A Red Arrow here: https://www.facebook.com/aredarrowband/  

Scott and Jack discuss how to have civil disagreement in our  conversations about politics. We also talk about how to become an  informed voter, how to engage politics, and how to embrace your  spiritual beliefs in the process. 

Scott and Taylor talk about what churches and people can do to help the homeless. Taylor shares his story of graduating high school from a homeless shelter.

Scott and Time (of Aspis Consulting) talk about how technology can be a help and a hindrance to our children and teens. We discuss how to converse with your children about technology, how to recognize bullying, and how to help keep your kids safe from predators. Check out Tim's resources at : https://www.aspisconsulting.org/

Scott and Raynie talk about losing someone and the process of grief that comes with the loss. They specifically share about losing a friend who was murdered a number of years ago.

Scott and Rodney talk about racism in Scripture, Society, and the Church.

Scott and Barry talk about sexual abuse allegations in SBC churches, the need for victims to have a voice, and ways the church can do better with regard to preventing abuse.