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Make It Simple

79 episodes - English - Latest episode: 9 days ago - ★★★★★ - 56 ratings

Matt Popovits and Rachel Ryder take complicated issues and, with the help of an expert, breaks them down into ideas we can understand, truths we can apply, and questions worth pondering--and he does it all through the lens of faith. Through thoughtful insights and interesting conversations, they move through topics ranging from parenting, anxiety, and racism, to gender identity, the enneagram, politics and more.

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Hopeful Lament with Terra McDaniel

March 20, 2024 12:00 - 48 minutes - 33.2 MB

Terra McDaniel joins the podcast this week and brings a new perspective on grief. She shares how many people don’t know how to process mourning and instead struggle to honor their tears, vulnerability, and the full weight of these disillusioning times. She offers several practical ways to express lament and leaves us with hope for moving forward. Terra McDaniel is a spiritual director for adults and children. She spent two decades as a pastor and ministry leader and earned her MDiv at Portl...

Care for Special Needs Families with Elrena Evans

March 12, 2024 04:00 - 43 minutes - 30.1 MB

Elrena Evans joins the podcast this week to share her experience as part of a family with special needs. She beautifully shares her story and what inspired her to write a book of prayers for when you don't have the words, and she gives us practical and loving ways to truly be welcoming to everyone, especially people navigating a world not designed for them. It's an empathetic conversation you won't want to miss. Elrena is executive editor of Paper&String, a digital care package celebrating ...

Perfectionism with Michelle Thompson

March 05, 2024 05:00 - 59 minutes - 41 MB

This week, Michelle Thompson is back with Matt & Rachel to discuss perfectionism and shame and shows us grief and acceptance are the pathways to growth. As always, Michelle brings wisdom, warmth, and lighthearted grace to the conversation.  You don’t want to miss it. Michelle is the Senior Director of External Relations and Executive Coaching and Consulting, Townsend Institute, Concordia Irvine.   As a Leadership and Growth Coach, credentialed as a Professional Certified Coach by the Inter...

The Importance of Comedy with Steve Theiss

February 27, 2024 05:00 - 55 minutes - 38.2 MB

This week, Steve Theiss joins Matt and Rachel to share about the art and craft of comedy. Steve shares insights into the importance of comedy, making people laugh, and the creative process behind humor. Listeners can gain a deeper understanding of the comedic world and pick up a few tips on injecting humor into their own lives. Steve Theiss writes, improvises, acts, directs, teaches improv, and occasionally sleeps. He used to do these things in New York, but now does them in California, whe...

Misunderstood Scripture with Bob Hiller

February 21, 2024 02:00 - 1 hour - 45.3 MB

Bob Hiller joins Rachel & Matt to share about some commonly misunderstood and misused Scripture. It’s a fun and grace-filled episode as they dive deep into three commonly misunderstood Bible verses. Bob shares how to better approach Scripture, and they all land on the other side with a deeper insight into the character of God (Warning… You may come away with a new perspective on some favorite verses). You won’t want to miss this episode! Bob Hiller is the senior pastor of Community Lutheran...

Saint Valentine with Ned Bustard

February 14, 2024 04:00 - 50 minutes - 35 MB

This week, Matt and Rachel are back, and talk with author and artist Ned Bustard about the true story of Saint Valentine and his new book Saint Valentine the Kindhearted. They discuss how our understanding of love changes, making stories accessible for children, and art of loving through our kindness. *** You can learn more about Ned and check out his beautiful artwork on IG @NedBustard, and find his books on Amazon and wherever books are sold. Ned Bustard is a graphic designer, children’s...

Generations with Matt Randerson

September 15, 2023 13:00 - 58 minutes - 40.2 MB

In this special episode, Rachel and Matt speak with their new friend, Matt Randerson. Matt brings a wealth of knowledge and compassion as he shares recent trends presented by the Barna Group regarding intergenerational relationships. He shares insights to help us navigate the generational divides, explains what the cultural labels really mean, and ways we can move forward in community together. Matt Randerson serves as Vice President at Barna Group, working with churches and faith-based org...

Re-release: Poetry with Tanner Olson

September 05, 2023 04:00 - 55 minutes - 38 MB

Re-release of this special episode with VoxCon speaker, Tanner Olson! Enjoy this encore presentation, and catch Tanner this September live at VoxCon 2023. Tickets available at www.GoToVox.com ***** This week, we’re talking with our friend Tanner Olson all about Creativity, and spreading the message of hope through Poetry. Tanner joins Rachel and Matt to talk about how poetry and speaking beautiful words can make an impact in our world. We’re so excited for you to meet our talented friend, ...

Re-release: Understanding Hell with Chad Bird

August 28, 2023 04:00 - 49 minutes - 34.1 MB

Re-release of this special episode with VoxCon speaker, Chad Bird! Enjoy this encore presentation, and catch Chad this September live at VoxCon 2023. Tickets available at www.GoToVox.com ******* Chad Bird joins Matt and Rachel this week as we aim to make sense of hell on the podcast. Chad answers all our burning questions (get it?!) about hell, and helps us understand the often misunderstood theology around this topic. Chad is an author and a Scholar in Residence at 1517. He has served as...

Re-release: Celebrities for Jesus with Katelyn Beaty

August 22, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 43.1 MB

Re-release of this special episode with VoxCon speaker, Katelyn Beaty! Enjoy this encore presentation, and catch Katelyn this September live at VoxCon 2023. Tickets available at www.GoToVox.com ****** Katelyn Beaty (author of Celebrities For Jesus) joins Rachel and Matt to discuss our culture's fascination with famous Christians, and the roll fame and celebrity play in today's popular evangelical figures. We discuss her book and the insights gained from it, as well as how to guard our heart...

Re-release: Public Speaking with Mike Pacchione

August 15, 2023 04:00 - 56 minutes - 39 MB

Re-release of this special episode with VoxCon speaker, Mike Pacchione! Enjoy this encore presentation, and catch Mike this September live at VoxCon 2023. Tickets available at www.GoToVox.com ***** Mike Pacchione shares with us all the best tips for public speaking! This week, Rachel and Matt talk with their friend, Mike Pacchione. Mike brings his public speaking expertise to the conversation and takes away the stigma of speaking in front of people, whether the crowd is six people over zoo...

Loving Difficult People with John Townsend

August 08, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 42.9 MB

This week, we talk to Dr. John Townsend about navigating tricky relationships with difficult people— what we mean when we say someone is “toxic” or find interactions with them continually causing us hurt. It’s a gracious and truth-filled conversation that will help you love the difficult people in your life while also caring for yourself. Dr. John Townsend is a business consultant, leadership coach and clinical psychologist. He has written or co-written 27 books, selling 8 million copies, i...

The History of the Bible with Jeff Kloha

August 01, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 45.8 MB

This week, our summer series continues with a fascinating conversation about the history of the Bible (specifically, how ancient texts have been passed down and what makes the Bible different from other documents). It’s interesting and informative, and you’ll surely learn something new! Jeffrey Kloha, the Chief Curatorial Officer for the Museum of the Bible, manages the Museum of the Bible Education, Scholars Initiative, Exhibits, and Curatorial and Collections departments. Support the show...

Apologetics with Chad Lakies

July 25, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 43.5 MB

Welcome to season 6! This week, Rachel and Matt talk with Chad Lakies and break down Apologetics. It's a conversation about faith and our current culture and what it means to ask and answer, "What does it mean to be "Christian" today?" Join us! Rev. Dr. Chad Lakies is the regional director for North America at Lutheran Hour Ministries, and is a scholar on the intersection of church and culture. Support the show ****** To support Make It Simple, head to mpm.simple donation.com Check out Wha...

Slowing Down with Alan Fadling

May 23, 2023 04:00 - 53 minutes - 36.7 MB

This week, Alan Fadling joins the podcast to discuss what it looks like to slow down. He shares the how being unhurried is a rhythm of rest, and more about your soul than your calendar. It’s a conversation that will make you want to take a deep breath in and lean into the good things around you. Alan Fadling is president and founder of Unhurried Living, Inc., inspiring people to rest deeper, live fuller, and lead better. He speaks and consults internationally with organizations such as Sadd...

Pastors Are People Too with Jared Wilson

May 16, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 44.2 MB

This week, Jared Wilson joins the podcast to talk about Pastors, and shares some inside baseball about what it's like to be a pastor these days. He brings empathy and compassion to the conversation, and reminds us all that sometimes the key to success... is time and experience.  It's a surprising conversation that you won't want to miss.  Jared Wilson is Assistant Professor of Pastoral Ministry and Author in Residence at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and a pastor and Director of T...

On Getting Out of Bed with Alan Noble

May 09, 2023 12:00 - 57 minutes - 39.5 MB

This week, Alan Noble joins the podcast to talk about his new book, On Getting Out of Bed, and considers about the unique burden of everyday life in the modern world. Alan shares how the choice to carry on amid great suffering—to simply get out of bed—is itself a powerful witness to the goodness of life, and of God.  Alan Noble (PhD, Baylor University) is associate professor of English at Oklahoma Baptist University, cofounder and editor in chief of Christ and Pop Culture, and an advisor fo...

How Jesus Loves

April 25, 2023 04:00 - 53 minutes - 37 MB

This week, the delightful Jessica Thompson joins the podcast to talk about her new book, He Loved Them, and offers a fresh examination on the love of Jesus. She shares why we all benefit from understanding not only that Jesus loves us, but how he loves us, and how that can change our daily lives. It’s an episode that will hit you in the feels, and leave you feeling loved. Jessica Thompson is co-author of the popular parenting book Give Them Grace: Dazzling Your Kids with the Love of Jesus ...

How Jesus Loves with Jessica Thompson

April 25, 2023 04:00 - 53 minutes - 37 MB

This week, the delightful Jessica Thompson joins the podcast to talk about her new book, He Loved Them, and offers a fresh examination on the love of Jesus. She shares why we all benefit from understanding not only that Jesus loves us, but how he loves us, and how that can change our daily lives. It’s an episode that will hit you in the feels, and leave you feeling loved. Jessica Thompson is co-author of the popular parenting book Give Them Grace: Dazzling Your Kids with the Love of Jesus ...

Low Anthropology with David Zahl

April 18, 2023 04:00 - 55 minutes - 38.5 MB

This week, David Zahl is back to talk with Matt and Rachel about Low Anthropology, and share why the sooner we realize that everyone struggles like we do, the sooner we can show grace to ourselves and others. It’s a really great conversation that will change the way you look at your neighbor (and yourself).  David Zahl is the director of Mockingbird Ministries, an organization he founded in 2007. He is editor-in-chief of the Mockingbird blog and cohost of the Mockingcast podcast. David is a...

Companionship with Kelly Flanagan

April 11, 2023 04:00 - 55 minutes - 38 MB

Season 5 kicks off with a great episode with Kelly Flanagan joining Matt and Rachel to talk about companionship. He shares what to look for in true friend, and how companionship is a deeper way of looking at relationships. Kelly is a licensed clinical psychologist and cofounder of Artisan Clinical Associates in Naperville, Illinois. In 2012, he began the now popular blog UnTangled, where he writes weekly about the redemption of our personal, relational, and global lives. He has authored sev...

A Study of Wisdom with Jon Collins

November 08, 2022 05:00 - 59 minutes - 40.9 MB

We are so excited to welcome Jon Collins for a study of wisdom.  Jon Collins, from The BibleProject, joins the podcast for a special conversation, where we will learn about wisdom by looking at what Scripture has to show us. We take a look at different examples of wisdom, and learn what it means to let Scripture answer our questions. You won’t want to miss it! Jon was a pastor then stepped into the marketplace to explore digital communication, working with clients ranging from Google and P...

Minimalism with Joshua Becker

November 01, 2022 04:00 - 53 minutes - 36.9 MB

Joshua Becker joins the podcast this week to talk all about minimalism! We dive into understanding minimalism, and discover that it’s more a conversation about values, than about stuff. Joshua gives practical advice, as well as shares how a journey about minimalism is really a spiritual journey. You won’t want to miss it! Joshua Becker is an author and the founder of Becoming Minimalist, a community / designed to inspire people to pursue their greatest passions by owning fewer possessions....

Understanding Anxiety & Depression with Brian McKenna

October 25, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 41.6 MB

This week, we are joined by Brian McKenna for a very important conversation about anxiety and depression. Brian helps us understand the journey of anxiety and depression. He shares the differences between the two, and offers hope with the power of small victories. With compassion, Brian helps individuals and families gain skills for life so they can achieve a healthy level of functioning, renewed hope, and happiness in their lives. Brian McKenna helps individuals and families gain skills f...

Teaching Kids the Bible with Meredith Miller

October 18, 2022 04:00 - 58 minutes - 40 MB

Meredith Miller joins the podcast this week to share how to teach kids about the Bible. Meredith shares with Rachel and Matt all about how to talk with kids about Jesus (and, even, what can be avoided for now!). It’s a sweet and informative conversation. You won’t want to miss it! Meredith is a pastor and parent with over 20 years experience helping families follow Jesus. She wants to help parents re-examine the notion of using the Bible to raise “good kids” and catch a fresh vision for be...

Poetry with Tanner Olson

October 11, 2022 04:00 - 55 minutes - 38 MB

This week, we’re talking with our friend Tanner Olson all about Creativity, and spreading the message of hope through Poetry. Tanner joins Rachel and Matt to talk about how poetry and speaking beautiful words can make an impact in our world. We’re so excited for you to meet our talented friend, Tanner! Tanner Olson is an author, speaker, poet and the founder of Written to Speak which aims to spread hope and announce love through spoken word and poetry. Tanner's writing is a delightful blen...

Celebrities for Jesus with Katelyn Beaty

October 04, 2022 18:00 - 1 hour - 43.1 MB

Katelyn Beaty (author of Celebrities For Jesus) joins Rachel and Matt to discuss our culture's fascination with famous Christians, and the roll fame and celebrity play in today's popular evangelical figures. We discuss her book and the insights gained from it, as well as how to guard our hearts and find purpose in ordinary faithfulness. ***** To support Make It Simple, head to mpm.simple donation.com Check out What Matters Most, daily teachings from Matt Popovits, available wherever you ge...

The Future of the Church with Nancy Beach & Samantha Kiley

September 27, 2022 16:00 - 57 minutes - 39.2 MB

Join our discussion about the Future of the Church with Nancy Beach and Samantha Kiley Nancy Beach and Samantha Beach Kiley join us for an honest conversation about the future of the church in America. We discuss the struggles that have hindered the church’s witness today and what must be done in order for the church to be faithful and fruitful going forward. ***** To support Make It Simple, head to mpm.simple donation.com Check out What Matters Most, daily teachings from Matt Popovits, ...

Discovering Your Gifts with Don Everts

September 20, 2022 04:00 - 55 minutes - 37.9 MB

Learn all about discovering your gifts with Don Everts This week, Rachel and Matt are joined by the delightful Don Everts. Don shares all about what it means to live out the gifts, talents, and passions God has given you, and what life looks like when a person fully recognizes who they are. It’s an encouraging conversation that will leave you excited about your gifts and who God made you to be. ***** To support Make It Simple, head to mpm.simple donation.com Check out What Matters Most, ...

Public Speaking with Mike Pacchione

September 13, 2022 04:00 - 56 minutes - 39 MB

Mike Pacchione shares with us all the best tips for public speaking! This week, Rachel and Matt talk with their friend, Mike Pacchione. Mike brings his public speaking expertise to the conversation and takes away the stigma of speaking in front of people, whether the crowd is six people over zoom or two hundred people in an auditorium. He also shares why public speaking is a gift for the speaker. It’s a fun conversation between friends, and you’re sure to learn some new tips. ***** To sup...

Moving On with Beth Moore

September 06, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 46.8 MB

Beth Moore joins Rachel and Matt to share her journey in finding a new church, and to graciously share what the last few months have been like as she has walked through controversy. It’s a lovely conversation, filled with truth, grace, and wisdom. Best-selling book and Bible study author Beth Moore is a dynamic teacher whose conferences take her across the globe. She is a dedicated wife, and mother of two adult daughters and three delightful grandchildren.  Beth lives in Houston, Texas, whe...

Lessons from Covid with Dr. AJ Roberts

May 24, 2022 04:00 - 58 minutes - 40.5 MB

For the Season 3 finale, Dr. Anjeanette “AJ” Roberts is back to talk with us about Lessons from Covid. AJ joins us this week to look at the lessons from Covid-19 and the pandemic, and look at how the aftermath continues to effect us all, in big and small ways. AJ is a molecular biologist and virologist and public advocate for the Christian faith, and she conducted SARS-CoV research at the National Institutes of Health from 2003 to 2006 and holds degrees in chemistry (BS, U. of Tulsa), cell...

Better Screen Time with Andrea Davis

May 17, 2022 04:00 - 59 minutes - 40.7 MB

In this week's episode, Andrea Davis joins the podcast to talk all about the ever present screens in our lives, and how to have a better relationship between screens and your family. Andrea brings encouragement, new insights, and practical strategies to help all people navigate this tech-filled world. For more information, follow Andrea at  Better Screen Time on Instagram,  or head to BetterScreenTime.com. Andrea Davis is a former secondary ed teacher turned screen-time-navigator. She is th...

Relational Anxiety with Steve Cuss

May 10, 2022 04:00 - 58 minutes - 40.5 MB

Steve Cuss is back to talk with us about Relational Anxiety. Steve joins us this week to look at anxiety & conflict that arises between us and others, with co-workers, friends, family, and even strangers. He shares pitfalls to be aware of and tips for navigating our relationships. Steve is the author of Managing Leadership Anxiety: Yours and Theirs and the founder of www.capablelife.me, an online community helping you to function as a calm, aware, present human in the work place and home p...

Gender Identity with Preston Sprinkle

May 03, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 54.9 MB

This week, we talk with Preston Sprinkle about Gender Identity. Preston will help us ponder sensitive questions surrounding transgender identities, and he will help us wrestle with how the local church can show love and compassion to its trans-identifying neighbors. Dr. Sprinkle is a Biblical scholar, speaker, podcaster, the New York Times bestselling author of “Embodied", and the co-founder and president of The Center for Faith, Sexuality & Gender. Preston has written a dozen books includi...

Understanding Hell with Chad Bird

April 26, 2022 04:00 - 49 minutes - 34.2 MB

Chad Bird joins Matt and Rachel this week as we aim to make sense of hell on the podcast. Chad answers all our burning questions (get it?!) about hell, and helps us understand the often misunderstood theology around this topic. Chad is an author and a Scholar in Residence at 1517. He has served as a pastor, professor, and guest lecturer in Old Testament and Hebrew. He holds master’s degrees from Concordia Theological Seminary and Hebrew Union College. He is also the author of several books...

Grief & Faith with Sarah Condon

April 19, 2022 04:00 - 53 minutes - 36.6 MB

This week, Rachel and Matt welcome Sarah Condon to the podcast to talk grief and faith. Sarah is an Episcopal priest, an author, and a co-host of the popular Mockingcast. Sarah will share her story of trauma and grief and help us grapple with the presence of God in times of unimaginable loss. *** Love this podcast? Then check out What Matters Most, daily teachings from Matt Popovits, available wherever you get your podcasts. For more information on MPM, head to mattpopovits.com Support ...

Gentle Parenting with Mary Van Geffen

April 12, 2022 20:00 - 50 minutes - 34.5 MB

Mary Van Geffen is an international parenting coach who helps moms and dads of “spicy” children stay calm, kind, and firm. In this episode Mary will help Matt and Rachel understand what it means to parent in a gentle, respectful, and effective way—especially if you weren’t raised that way. Love this podcast? Then check out What Matters Most, daily teachings from Matt Popovits, available wherever you get your podcasts. For more information on MPM, head to mattpopovits.com Support the show...

Performancism with David Zahl

April 05, 2022 04:00 - 53 minutes - 36.6 MB

In this first episode of season three Matt and Rachel are joined by David Zahl to discuss, “performancism” and “seculosity.” David will help us see that we, as a culture, are not less religious as we are so often told. Instead, we have — according to Zahl — shifted our religious needs and impulses to other things, like performance and efficiency. David Zahl is the founder and director of Mockingbird Ministries and co-host of The Mockingcast. He and his family live  in Charlottesville, Virgi...

2.9 A Conversation with Paul Walter Hauser

December 21, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 47.4 MB

For this final episode of Make It Simple season 2, Matt and Rachel are joined by actor Paul Walter Hauser for a fun conversation covering faith, celebrity, and the impact of practicing gratitude in all things. Paul shares what it was like growing up in small town Michigan, to now quickly being recognized as one of the most talented actors up and coming.  With humility and lightheartedness, he reminds us of the power in being respectful to all and loving others well. ++++ To support Make I...

A Conversation with Paul Walter Hauser

December 21, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 48.2 MB

For this final episode of Make It Simple season 2, Matt and Rachel are joined by actor Paul Walter Hauser for a fun conversation covering faith, celebrity, and the impact of practicing gratitude in all things. Paul shares what it was like growing up in small town Michigan, to now quickly being recognized as one of the most talented actors up and coming.  With humility and lightheartedness, he reminds us of the power in being respectful to all and loving others well. ++++ Check out What Ma...

Intentional Fatherhood with Jon Tyson

December 14, 2021 14:00 - 47 minutes - 32.8 MB

In this episode, Jon Tyson joins the podcast to discuss intentional fatherhood, and how relationship shapes our parenting. He brings grace and insight into the truth that we don't have to "try harder, do more," but rather, it's the small moments that make big impacts. Jon Tyson is a Pastor and Church Planter in New York City. Originally from Adelaide Australia, Jon moved to the United States twenty years ago with a passion to seek and cultivate renewal in the Western Church. He is the autho...

2.8 Intentional Fatherhood with Jon Tyson

December 14, 2021 14:00 - 47 minutes - 32.8 MB

In this episode, Jon Tyson joins the podcast to discuss intentional fatherhood, and how relationship shapes our parenting. He brings grace and insight into the truth that we don't have to "try harder, do more," but rather, it's the small moments that make big impacts. Jon Tyson is a Pastor and Church Planter in New York City. Originally from Adelaide Australia, Jon moved to the United States twenty years ago with a passion to seek and cultivate renewal in the Western Church. He is the autho...

2.7 Grief & Loss with Clarissa Moll

December 07, 2021 06:00 - 50 minutes - 34.8 MB

In this episode, Clarissa Moll joins Matt and Rachel to share her story with grief and loss. She discusses the different ways grief shows up in our lives and how grief can bring a deeper intimacy with God and those around us.  Everyone experiences grief of all kinds, as the natural flow of this life. Clarissa brings wisdom and compassion to the conversation as she reflects on experiencing such grief with grace. Join us! ++++ To support Make It Simple, head to mpm.simple donation.com Chec...

Grief & Loss with Clarissa Moll

December 07, 2021 06:00 - 50 minutes - 34.8 MB

In this episode, Clarissa Moll joins Matt and Rachel to share her story with grief and loss. She discusses the different ways grief shows up in our lives and how grief can bring a deeper intimacy with God and those around us.  Everyone experiences grief of all kinds, as the natural flow of this life. Clarissa brings wisdom and compassion to the conversation as she reflects on experiencing such grief with grace. Join us! ++++ To support Make It Simple, head to mpm.simple donation.com Chec...

2.6 The Old Testament with Sarah Salzberg

November 30, 2021 06:00 - 51 minutes - 35.2 MB

In this episode, Sarah Salzberg joins Matt and Rachel to talk all about the Old Testament, and how significant it still is for people of faith today. She breaks down what the Old Testament is, and how to approach it with new eyes as we look to see what it reveals about God. Sarah brings a delightful perspective to a scholarly and heartfelt conversation. Sarah Salzberg lives in Los Angeles, CA with her husband (Josh), son (Hosea) and daughter (Simone), traveling from one coffee shop to anoth...

The Old Testament with Sarah Salzberg

November 30, 2021 06:00 - 51 minutes - 35.2 MB

In this episode, Sarah Salzberg joins Matt and Rachel to talk all about the Old Testament, and how significant it still is for people of faith today. She breaks down what the Old Testament is, and how to approach it with new eyes as we look to see what it reveals about God. Sarah brings a delightful perspective to a scholarly and heartfelt conversation. Sarah Salzberg lives in Los Angeles, CA with her husband (Josh), son (Hosea) and daughter (Simone), traveling from one coffee shop to anoth...

2.5 Marijuana and Jonathan Merritt

November 23, 2021 06:00 - 50 minutes - 34.6 MB

In this episode, Jonathan Merritt joins Rachel and Matt to talk all about marijuana, and how a person of faith can wrestle with differing perspectives. Jonathan shares his personal experience and discusses his article, "A Christian Case for Marijuana."  They look at the history, criminalization, and research around marijuana, and share how we can take a position of mercy and justice no matter where we land on the issue. It's a beautiful conversation filled with compassion. You don't want to ...

2.5 Medicinal Marijuana with Jonathan Merritt

November 23, 2021 06:00 - 50 minutes - 34.6 MB

In this episode, Jonathan Merritt joins Rachel and Matt to talk all about marijuana, and how a person of faith can wrestle with differing perspectives. Jonathan shares his personal experience and discusses his article, "A Christian Case for Marijuana."  They look at the history, criminalization, and research around marijuana, and share how we can take a position of mercy and justice no matter where we land on the issue. It's a beautiful conversation filled with compassion. You don't want to ...

Medicinal Marijuana with Jonathan Merritt

November 23, 2021 06:00 - 50 minutes - 34.6 MB

In this episode, Jonathan Merritt joins Rachel and Matt to talk all about marijuana, and how a person of faith can wrestle with differing perspectives. Jonathan shares his personal experience and discusses his article, "A Christian Case for Marijuana."  They look at the history, criminalization, and research around marijuana, and share how we can take a position of mercy and justice no matter where we land on the issue. It's a beautiful conversation filled with compassion. You don't want to ...