Living Reconciled

We would love to hear from you! Send us a text message. Happy Father's Day! Join Neddie, Austin, and Brian on this episode of Living Reconciled as they discuss the profound journey of fatherhood. The conversation moves from the crucial foundation of a strong marriage and the importance of becoming a husband before a father to the emotional nuances of parenting and the ways children are deeply...

We would love to hear from you! Send us a text message. Anchored in James 2:1-13, Brian Crawford, Neddie Winters, and Austin Hoyle explore how to embody impartiality and neighborly love in our daily interactions and within our church communities. Emphasizing that our commitment to love and grace should rise above cultural identities, they offer practical advice on living out these biblical directi...

We would love to hear from you! Send us a text message. Join us Brian, Austin, and Neddie as they unpack how to "agree to disagree" in a healthy way. You'll discover why total agreement isn't necessary for meaningful relationships and how healthy disagreements can actually deepen our bonds and enhance mutual understanding.  They also explore how to navigate disagreements with t...

We would love to hear from you! Send us a text message. On our show today, Brian, Austin, and Neddie speak with Dr. Chad Hunsberger, who shares his incredible journey from growing up in a ministry-focused household to becoming the founder of the Timothy Project and the lead pastor at Colonial Heights Baptist Church. We discuss the origin story of the Timothy Project, its value to leaders across th...

We would love to hear from you! Send us a text message. Join us as we discuss the power of prayer in reconciliation with Brian, Neddie, and Austin! This episode's conversation reveals how Mission Mississippi turns to a deep-rooted prayer life to drive transformative relationships and healing. We journey through moments in history where prayer bridged the deepest of divides, and contemplate it...

We would love to hear from you! Send us a text message. Join Brian and Neddie for an episode that's both at times weighty and lighthearted as they are joined by their good friend from up north, Dr. Glenn Barth. The guys discuss a variety of topics from addressing homelessness to nurturing leadership within urban ministries, revealing how friendship and collaboration are the heartbeats of effe...

We would love to hear from you! Send us a text message. How does one truly live a reconciled life within the dynamic tapestry of Christian duty and neighborly love? Neddie Winters, Austin Hoyle, and Brian Crawford unravel this profound conundrum, grounding our exchange in the scriptural wisdom of Romans 13:8-10. As we navigated the passage, Neddie eloquently presents it as the ultimate law of rela...

We would love to hear from you! Send us a text message. This episode takes you through Sam Bolen’s inspiring journey in his role as the Executive Director of the Jackson Leadership Foundation (JLF). Our enriching conversation delves into the critical work of JLF, which stands not just as an organization but as a beacon, empowering leaders and ministries to uplift and change the fabric of communiti...

We would love to hear from you! Send us a text message. Ever found yourself mindlessly scrolling through your social media feed and wondering how it's shaping your world view? Our latest episode brings Chrissy Sanders into the mix, a social marketing dynamo with a ministry heart, to unpack the complexities of digital discipleship. Chrissy's insights illuminate the power of narrative in b...

We would love to hear from you! Send us a text message. Have you ever wondered how service and love can literally transform a neighborhood? David and Amy Lancaster's journey with We Will Go Ministries is a profound example of this transformation in action. Moving into the heart of downtown Jackson, Mississippi, they've turned faith into service, providing everything from food distributio...

We would love to hear from you! Send us a text message. In our latest episode of "Living Reconciled," Brian Crawford, Austin Hoyle, and Neddie Winters, delve into the profound connections between Black History and the Christian call to reconciliation. Throughout our discussion, we underscore the year-round significance of Black History, reflecting on the foundational work of Dr. Carter G...

We would love to hear from you! Send us a text message. In this episode of The Living Reconciled Podcast, host Austin Hoyle sits down with Rev. Bruce Case, pastor of St. Luke United Methodist in Jackson. Bruce shares his journey from the early days of integration in Brookhaven, Mississippi, to his current role in leading reconciling efforts in the United Methodist Church. Through personal anecdote...

We would love to hear from you! Send us a text message. Have you ever wondered how the seeds of hope can sprout from the soil of despair? Our latest episode features Dr. Dolphus Weary, whose life narrative is an inspiring testament to the power of the Gospel in perseverance and transformation. Raised in the grip of poverty and racism in Mississippi, Dr. Weary's vow to leave and never return e...

We would love to hear from you! Send us a text message. Brian and Austin take a look at Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and their current role in the workplace and university. Our discussion weaves through the spectrum of viewpoints, looking at the goals and both the potential benefits and pitfalls. The guys close the episode advocating for a compassionate conversation within the Christian...

We would love to hear from you! Send us a text message. It's not every day you get to hear the raw and emotional trials of leading a congregation through change or the reality of outreach efforts that come with their own set of challenges. Together with Pastor Scott, we unravel these experiences, revealing the sometimes complex dance of leadership and racial tensions, and the profound moments...

We would love to hear from you! Send us a text message. Discover the enduring power of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s "Letter from Birmingham Jail" as Brian, Austin, and Neddie journey through the historical and emotional landscape that gave rise to this pivotal document in the civil rights movement. The guys discuss the strategic genius behind King's choice of Birmingham for his...

We would love to hear from you! Send us a text message. In this episode we dig into our theme for the new year, "Living Reconciled By Loving Our Neighbors Well" and cast new light on the timeless question, "Who is my neighbor?" The parable of the Good Samaritan teaches us that unexpected kindness is not just a virtue, but a necessity for a world craving reconciliation. We discu...

We would love to hear from you! Send us a text message. We turned the tables and invited T.J. Tennison, Lead Pastor at Crossway Church in Vicksburg, MS to interview Brian Crawford, president of Mission Mississippi and regular host of Living Reconciled. Brian was asked this episode to discuss his journey during the initial eight months of his tenure. Alongside the wisdom of Neddie Winters and Austi...

We would love to hear from you! Send us a text message. We're joined by TJ Tennison, lead pastor of Crossway Church in Vicksburg, MS! We discuss TJ's personal testimony and story of faith in Christ and the intersection of that story with his beautiful family including his daughter who is another ethnicity. We reflect on the life-changing story of Brooklyn, whose adoption became a pivotal...

We would love to hear from you! Send us a text message. Can we find real joy amid the glitter and hustle of the holiday season? Brian, Austin, and Neddie, explore the role of joy in Christmas and the Christian life in this latest installment of the Living Reconciled podcast. In this episode we reveal how Scripture sees joy and how the giving, the food, the fun, and the fellowship flows out of the...

We would love to hear from you! Send us a text message. Are you feeling overwhelmed by the pressure of the holidays or constantly comparing yourself to others and feeling inadequate? Join Brian, Neddie and Austin for a  honest conversation about envy and comparison, two joy thieves, especially during Christmas. They discuss the often hidden impact of envy, how it can rob us of our joy, lead us ast...

We would love to hear from you! Send us a text message. Ever wonder how a philosopher, lawyer, and devout Christian grapples with reconciliation? Enter our special guest, Dean John Anderson, the Dean of the School of Law at Mississippi College, who opens up about his journey from his California upbringing to his philosophical and legal education, and his eventual embrace of faith in Jesus Christ....

We would love to hear from you! Send us a text message. Join us as we illuminate the life and career of Camille Young, a principal at Cornerstone Government Affairs. Camille's passion for reconciliation, driven by her profound faith, has been the anchor of her nearly three-decade career in government affairs. Camille has proven that honesty, respect, and dignity are the greatest expressions o...

We would love to hear from you! Send us a text message. Ever wonder how deep, authentic friendships are formed and sustained? The type of friendships that enrich life, challenge your beliefs, encourage personal growth, and rekindle your faith in humanity? Join Brian and Austin as they interview six men who over three years journeyed from complete strangers to the closest friends - Phil Schank, Ray...

We would love to hear from you! Send us a text message. Brian sits down with members of his church's leadership team to discuss the origins of their local church and the joys, challenges, and lessons they've learned along the way. Listen in as they discuss how to ensure the reality of differences never trumps the power of Christ's grace. Special thanks to our sponsors:  Atmos Energy...