The Way Home Podcast

There are two kinds of people in the world: those who enjoy doing their finances and those who don’t. For those who don’t, like, me, we need help. Art Rainer, VP of Institutional Advancement at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, has written a helpful book, The Money Challenge. Art joins me to talk about ways we can […] The post The Way Home: Art Rainer on Ways We Can Handle Our Money Bibli...

Most of us look for churches that make us feel comfortable, but perhaps the awkwardness of living in community with people different from us is part of God’s plan for our sanctification. Brett McCracken, journalist and author, joins the podcast to talk about his new book, Uncomfortable: The Awkard and Essential Challenge of Christian Community.  Brett is a senior editor for […] The post The Way Ho...

How is evangelism different in an increasingly secular culture? How can faithful Christians initiate gospel conversations? Jimmy Scroggins, lead pastor at Family Church in West Palm Beach, FL and author of Turning Everyday Conversations into Gospel Conversations joins the podcast to help us think through ways to talk about Jesus in everyday conversations. Show Notes Twitter:@jimmyscroggins […] The...

A popular British pastor and a former American slave. How did this friendship between Charles Spurgeon and Thomas Johnson develop and how did it shape their ministries?  Matt Carter, co-author of a new book, Steal Away Home, joins the podcast to discuss his interest in the life of Spurgeon, the unusual friendship between popular pastor and former slave, and writing […] The post Matt Carter on The...

We live in the most connected time in human history and yet we maybe the most lonely people in human history. How do we develop real friendships that transcend the screen? Christine Hoover joins us. She’s a gifted writer, speaker, and the author of a new book, Messy Beautiful Friendship: Finding and Nurturing Deep and Lasting Relationships.  […] The post The Way Home: Christine Hoover on Real Frie...

What does Christian witness look like in an increasingly pluralistic and secular society? Why is religious liberty so important for human flourishing? How can Christians lead the way in shaping the future of the country? Gabe Lyons, founder of Q Forum joins the podcast to discuss these and other questions. He’s the author of a […] The post The Way Home: Gabe Lyons on Christianity in a secular soci...

How can Christians find rest in a chaotic and frightening world? Max Lucado joins us to talk about finding peace and living out the gospel in a confusing age. Max is bestselling Christian author and pastor of Oak Hills Church in San Antonio, Texas. His latest book is More to Your Story: Discover Your Place in […] The post The Way Home: Max Lucado on living out the gospel in a confusing age appeare...

How can Christians think biblically and compassionately about gender confusion and dysphoria? What should the church’s response to transgenderism? My friend and colleague Andrew Walker joins me to discuss these important issues. Andrew is the director of policy studies at the ERLC and the author of a brand-new book, God and the Transgender Debate. Show Notes […] The post The Way Home: Andrew Walke...

Was Benjamin Franklin a deist? Was he a Christian? Why should evangelicals care about this Founder’s faith? Historian Thomas Kidd rejoins the podcast to talk about his excellent new book, Benjamin Franklin: The Religious Life of a Founding Father. Kidd is distinguished professor of history at Baylor University and the author of several books. Show Notes […] The post The Way Home: Thomas Kidd on th...

What important steps can churches and Christian organizations make to protect children from becoming victims of abuse? Attorney Kimberlee Norris joins the podcast to offer guidance for Christian leaders. Kimberlee represents victims of abuse, serves as a consulting and testifying expert in abuse cases, and provides crisis management and allegation response counsel to ministries of all […] The post...

Have you stopped to consider what that square piece of technology in your pocket might be doing to you? Have you thought of the ways new forms of media change the way we see ourselves and others? As someone who is in constant reach of his iPhone, I have been interested in learning about ways […] The post The Way Home: Tony Reinke on how technology is changing us appeared first on Daniel Darling .

How can parents initiate conversations with their kids about difficult issues? Issues like race, gender identity, sexuality, and technology? Trillia Newbell joins me to discuss her new children’s book on human dignity, her own unique story as a black women in an interracial marriage, and how she talks to her kids about the world. Trillias […] The post The Way Home: Trillia Newbell on discussing di...

What does it mean for parents to disciple their children? Can ordinary Christian parents teach their kids about Jesus? A veteran pastor and teacher joins us to talk parenting. Chap Bettis is the author of The Disciple-Making Parent: A Comprehensive Guidebook for Raising Your Children to Love and Follow Jesus Christ. He is also a frequent conference speaker and […] The post The Way Home: Chap Betti...

How can parents teach their kids the real story of Scripture? The founder of VeggieTales talks children’s discipleship, theology and creativity, and what he learned from the rise and fall of a Christian media company. Phil is the founder of Big Idea Productions, Jellyfish Labs, and the creator and storyteller behind VeggieTales and What’s in the […] The post The Way Home: VeggieTales founder Phil...

Raechel Myers and Amanda Bible Williams join me on the show to discuss the She Reads Truth Bible.  Raechel (@raechelmyers) is co-founder and CEO of She Reads Truth. She is also the co-author of Open Your Bible: God’s Word is For You and For Now and She Reads Truth: Holding Tight to Permanent in a World That’s Passing Away. […] The post The Way Home – She Reads Truth appeared first on Daniel Darlin...

Lisa-Jo Baker joins me to talk about her most recent book Never Unfriended: The Secret to Finding & Keeping Lasting Friendships. Lisa-Jo is a wife, mom to three and a Community Manager for incourage.me. Show Notes Twitter: @lisajobaker Website: lisajobaker.com Book: Never Unfriended: The Secret to Finding & Keeping Lasting Friendships If you are a parent, a pastor, a […] The post The Way Home feat...

Kate Shellnutt joins the show to talk journalism, media consumption, and her big cover story for CT on human trafficking in Cambodia. Kate is the associate online editor at Christianity Today. She previously wrote for the Houston Chronicle. We will discuss her latest piece on the role of the church in reducing sex trafficking in […] The post The Way Home featuring Kate Shellnutt appeared first on...

What it is it like to grow up as the daughter of famous author and pastor Max Lucado? Why does it look like to wrestle with the faith of your parents? A journey to Oxford took Andrea Lucado to the threshold of faith and doubt. She joins me to talk about this season of life […] The post The Way Home featuring Andrea Lucado appeared first on Daniel Darling .

What does discipleship look like in an urban context? What motivated one pastor to move to the city of Atlanta and plant a multi-cultural congregation? Dhati Lewis joins the podcast to discuss this. Dhati is the lead pastor at Blueprint Church, Director of BLVD with the North American Mission Board, and author of Among Wolves: […] The post The Way Home featuring Dhati Lewis appeared first on Danie...

What are Southern Baptists doing about the problem of hunger? What is Global Hunger Relief? Jill Waggoner, an ERLC colleague and lead brand manager for Global Hunger Relief joins the podcast to discuss GHR, a great opportunity for those who attend the SBC Convention in Phoenix, and how ordinary families can help provide relief for […] The post The Way Home featuring Jill Waggoner appeared first on...

How do Christian institutions maintain their orthodox witness while also loving and influencing their neighbors who think differently? How do we stand up for religious liberty while building friendships with those who disagree? Dr. Barry Corey, president of Biola University joins the podcast to talk about kindness, engagement, and the future of Christian higher education. […] The post The Way Home...

How can church communities come around adoptive parents? Songwriter, pastor, and adoption advocate, Erskin Anavitarte joins the podcast to talk music, adoption, and his journey from Division I college basketball player to a life in ministry. Show Notes Album: Look Up YouTube: youtube.com/user/ErskinAnavitarte  Website: erskinmusic.com The post The Way Home featuring Erskin Anavitarte appeared firs...

What did this Emmy-award winning sportscaster learn from his father? Ernie Johnson, host of The NBA on TNT joins the podcast to talk about his childhood as the son of a famous sportscaster, his journey with cancer, and why he and his wife chose to adopt four children. Ernie is a world-class broadcaster, has broadcast […] The post The Way Home: Ernie Johnson on sports and what his father taught him...

How can churches serve refugee populations in their community? What compelled Johnson Ferry Baptist Church to open their homes and their hearts? My friend, Dr. Bryant Wright talks to me about refugees, about his ringside seat during the SBC’s conservative resurgence, and his favorite presidential biographies. Show Notes Twitter: @bryantwright Website: rightfromtheheart.org The post The Way Home: B...

What does it mean to live out a holistic pro-life ethic? Why is human dignity so central to Christian calling? Briana Stensrud, Director of Sanctity of Human Life and Community Outreach at Focus on the Family joins me to talk about human dignity, the partnership between Focus and ERLC, and an important new resource to […] The post The Way Home featuring Briana Stensrud appeared first on Daniel Dar...