Empathy, Discipleship, and Hope for the Church (with Dr. Nijay Gupta)

In this episode, Evan Wickham sits down with Dr. Nijay Gupta—New Testament scholar, author, and professor—to talk about the transforming power of empathy in the life of a disciple. Nijay shares why empathy isn’t an optional virtue but a core expression of following Jesus, especially in a time when the church faces cultural tension and division. Together they discuss racial and ethnic unity, formation through crisis, and the call to make the church a community of rehumanization and reconciliation. If you’ve ever wondered how the gospel speaks into our polarized moment—or how to cultivate empathy without losing conviction—this conversation is for you. Watch the video of this conversation here: https://youtu.be/u7Ny8vQY7Ow