Impact 360 Institute

In this episode, Jonathan Morrow sits down with Katie Faust, children's rights advocate, founder and president of Them Before Us, and voice behind the Greater Than Campaign,  for a wide-ranging conversation on why God's design for marriage and family is the foundation of child protection, human flourishing, and civilizational health.   Katie shares her personal backstory: a stay-at-home mom and pa...

Why Do Students Walk Away From Their Faith? | Dr. Jonathan Morrow on Welcome to College In this episode of the Impact 360 Institute podcast, host Dakota Powell sits down with Dr. Jonathan Morrow — Director of Cultural Engagement and Student Discipleship at Impact 360 Institute — to discuss his brand new book, Welcome to College . Together they unpack why so many students quietly drift from their f...

In this episode of the Impact 360 Institute Podcast, Jonathan Morrow examines new national data suggesting a significant decline in LGBTQ identification among U.S. young adults, reversing a years-long upward trend. He unpacks what’s driving this shift, why it matters, and how Christians should thoughtfully respond in a rapidly changing cultural moment. The conversation begins by framing the import...

In this episode of the Impact 360 Institute Podcast, host Jonathan Morrow sits down with Dr. Kathy Koch, author, speaker, and founder of Celebrate Kids , to explore her well-known teaching on the Five Core Needs, Security, Identity, Belonging, Purpose, and Competence, as outlined in her book Five to Thrive: How to Determine If Your Core Needs Are Being Met (and What to Do When They're Not) . Toget...

Join the Impact 360 podcast for an in-depth conversation with Robert Bowman, a leading evangelical scholar on apologetics, theology, and new religious movements. In this episode, we explore the biblical case for the deity of Christ through Bowman's book "The Incarnate Christ and His Critics: A Biblical Defense," co-authored with Ed Komoszewski. The HANDS Acronym Framework Bowman introduces the mem...

Host Jonathan Morrow shares insights from Impact 360's nine-month Fellows gap year program, featuring student testimonials about their transformative experiences.  Topics Discussed Biblical Apologetics & Worldview Training Core Questions Explored: How do we know Jesus is who He claimed to be? Was Jesus God? Can you trust the Bible? Evidence for Jesus's resurrection Has the Bible been corrupted? Wh...

In this episode of the Impact 360 Institute Podcast, host Jonathan Morrow analyzes dramatic new findings from Gen Z Volume 3 research (with Barna Group) about faith dynamics among young men and women. The conversation centers on the surprising trend: young men ages 18–24 are returning to church and recommitting to biblical faith while young women in the same age group are disengaging from organize...

What can we learn from the legacy of Charlie Kirk? How should Christians think about his public assassination, the gospel opportunities that have followed, and the challenges and opportunities facing the next generation? In this episode, Jonathan Morrow reflects on Charlie Kirk’s impact, the power of forgiveness, the three biblical spheres of family, church, and government, key biblical principles...

Jonathan Morrow sits down with Colson Center president John Stonestreet to unpack the new documentary Truth Rising, a timely look at our current “civilizational moment” and a practical call to cultural courage rooted in four anchors: hope, truth, identity, and calling . They preview the film’s free digital premiere, the companion 4-part study (with leader/participant guides), and how churches and...

What does it take to disciple Gen Z in a culture of screens, anxiety, and spiritual hunger? In this episode of the Impact 360 Podcast , Jonathan Morrow and Dakota Powell unpack the heart behind the upcoming Leading Gen Z Conference , explore themes from Impact 360’s latest research on Gen Z, and share practical tools to help students develop resilient faith. Whether you're a parent, pastor, educat...

In this episode of the Impact 360 Institute Podcast, Director of Cultural Engagement Jonathan Morrow sits down with Dr. Paul Gould to tackle one of the most common modern myths: that faith and science are in conflict. Together, they unpack why Christianity and scientific inquiry are not only compatible, but how Christianity offers a more compelling explanation for the rationality, order, and wonde...

In this powerful episode of the Impact 360 Institute Podcast, host Jonathan Morrow sits down with Miles McPherson . Miles shares his raw and redemptive story: from chasing football dreams and finding Christ through the bold witness of teammates. They unpack what true discipleship looks like, the role of the local church in a divided culture, and why every believer must boldly share the gospel, sta...

In a culture marked by polarization and curiosity, how do we speak clearly and compassionately about life, truth, and God? In this episode of the Impact 360 Institute Podcast, Jonathan Morrow welcomes Megan Almon, speaker, pro-life apologist, and faculty member at Stand to Reason, for a powerful conversation on how to make the case for life in a post-Roe world. Together, they unpack the importance...

Should Christians Deconstruct Their Faith?  Do you have a loved one who is deconstructing their faith, and are you struggling to know how to respond? Are you trying to understand the radical spiritual makeover your friend or family member is going through? Maybe your relationship with a loved one has been strained or even cut off because of your “toxic” Christian beliefs and you don’t know what to...

How do you develop a more meaningful connection with God? What can we learn from the prayer habits from Christians around the world? Are there patterns that we can learn from to grow in prayer? How can prayer influence our leadership. In this podcast, Jonathan Morrow has a conversation with Ryan Skoog about these and other questions surrounding his new book Lead with Prayer. In this episode of "Le...

What does it look like to be biblical and counter-cultural when it comes to walking in unity today? Conversations around race, tolerance, social justice, racial reconciliation, and critical theory can be challenging and confusing, but what does a biblical approach look like? In this podcast, Jonathan Morrow had a conversation with Monique Duson and Krista Bontrager, about their new book Walking in...

What does it look like to have courage to stand through suffering? What biblical principles can we apply to our lives? How do we order our lives to cultivate a life of courage that will stand in the day of suffering? In this powerful story from former fire chief Kelvin Cochran who was fired for his biblical convictions, you will be inspired and encouraged to stand strong no matter what is going on...

In this fascinating podcast, we delve deep into the centuries-old mystery surrounding the Shroud of Turin and explore the compelling evidence supporting its authenticity. The Shroud, believed by many to be the burial cloth of Jesus Christ, has intrigued researchers, historians, and believers for generations. Join us as we interview Dr. Jeremiah Johnston, a renowned New Testament scholar, to examin...

Why didn't Jesus write anything down himself? How many languages did Jesus speak? Jesus was a master storyteller, what can we learn from how Jesus taught and connected with different audiences? In this fascinating interview, Jonathan Morrow interviews Cambridge scholar Dr. Peter Williams on the profound creativity and wisdom of Jesus including how the story of the prodigal son illuminates Jesus’s...

You are meant for more. God has called you to live a radical life for Him―one that makes a lasting impact on this world. Like Jesus did. But how is this possible? In this Interview Jonathan Morrow talks with Greg Stier about how to practically do this. There’s never been anyone in history as radical as Jesus. From the way that He prayed, to how He interacted with sinners, to His sacrificial death...

What does Christian faithfulness look like in the public square? Should Christians be involved in politics, and how should that affect our voting decisions? How should a biblical worldview influence how we vote? With election season upon us, we've all seen the ads and messages. It's crucial for disciples of Jesus to think Christianly about this (as with every other area of life). In this episode w...

How does following Jesus make a difference in our work and what are the implications for Gen Z?  In this episode of the Impact 360 Institute podcast, Jonathan Morrow sits down with Helen Mitchell, the director at Talbot's Center for Faith, Work, and Economics at Biola University to delve into the vital topic of Faith and Work. Helen shares her perspective on integrating faith with professional lif...

Here is brand new research on leading Gen Z.  What does the latest research say about how to disciple Gen Z and lead them well? What do we need to focus on? This will help!   WhoIsGenZ Impact 360 Institute Presents: Leading Gen Z One-Day Conference, a transformative one-day conference designed to equip pastors, parents, leaders, and teachers with cutting-edge insights and practical tools to engage...

How do you better understand the New Testament? We all want to read the Bible better and hear from God through his Word confidently. In this podcast, Jonathan Morrow talks with Daniel Hayes about helpful ways to engage the New Testament. How should we approach wisdom literature? How should we approach Gospel literature? How should we approach the New Testament letters? How should we approach Revel...

How do you better understand the Old Testament? We all want to read the Bible better and hear from God through his Word confidently. In this podcast, Jonathan Morrow talks with Daniel Hayes about helpful ways to engage the Old Testament. What are some best practices when approaching the law? Aren't Christians guilty of picking and choosing? How should we approach the poetic genre? What are some ex...