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Common Life
by CommonLife
Rev. Cort Gatliff has conversations about faith, culture and following Jesus in everyday life. Episodes will feature pastors, authors, theologians, lay people and others to help us think through questions relevant to our common life together as church members and believers. Produced by South Highland Presbyterian Church in Birmingham, Alabama.
Episodes
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How Much Should Christians Give? with Sandy Willson
What should Christians do with their money? How much should we give? Is the biblical tithe of 10% still relevant for Christians today? And why does Jesus talk so much about money in the first place? In this episode of Common Life, Cort Gatliff sits down with longtime pastor Sandy Willson for a...
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Facing Death as Christians
Death is one of the few realities every human being must face—and one of the realities our culture is least comfortable talking about. In this episode of Common Life, Revs. Cort and Abby Gatliff talk about what it means to approach death as Christians. They explore why human beings live with the...
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Meet Our Stewardship Co-Chairs
October is stewardship season at South Highland, and this year’s theme is Faithful & Fruitful. In this episode of Common Life, Cort Gatliff sits down with Stewardship Co-Chairs Garland and Anne Stansell for a conversation about God’s faithfulness through more than four decades of marriage, work,...
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Embracing Our Limits with Kelly Kapic
What does it mean to be human—and why do we have such a hard time accepting our limits? On this episode of Common Life, Cort Gatliff sits down with theologian and author Kelly Kapic to talk about the goodness of being a creature. They discuss why we often confuse human limitation with sin, what...
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A Journey Through the Psalms of Ascent
This Sunday, we're beginning a new summer sermon series through the Psalms of Ascent, a collection of ancient songs that God's people sang as they made their way up to the temple in Jerusalem. These psalms trace the lifelong journey of faith, giving voice to our fears, hopes, struggles, and joys...
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Welcoming Iron City with Isaac Adams
In this episode of Common Life, Rev. Cort Gatliff sits down with Isaac Adams, lead pastor of Iron City Church, for a conversation about ministry in Birmingham and Iron City’s upcoming move to begin worshiping in SHPC’s sanctuary on Sunday afternoons. This conversation explores what it means to...
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Ministry in Transition with Jim Truesdell
In this episode of Common Life, Cort talks with former South Highland Associate Pastor Rev. Dr/ Jim Truesdell about faithfully navigating major transitions in both life and ministry. In addition to serving at South Highland, Jim’s ministry has taken him to Mississippi, South Asia, and Pakistan....
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Walking the Camino with Sean of the South
In this episode, Cort chats with Sean Dietrich, also known as Sean of the South, about his recent journey walking the Camino de Santiago. Sean shares stories from the trail as well as the spiritual insights that have continued to transform him and his prayer life. They also talk about Sean’s new...
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Discovering Ephesians with Frank Thielman
In this episode of Common Life, Cort sits down with New Testament scholar Frank Thielman to discuss the themes, background, and enduring relevance of the book of Ephesians for the church today. They cover the historical and cultural background of the Ephesian church, the theological emphases of...
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Raising Kids in the Faith with Ann Roth
In this episode of Common Life, Cort talks with Ann Roth, South Highland’s Director of Children’s Ministry, about the importance of children's ministry and how it shapes the spiritual health of the church. They discuss the need for congregational support for both the children and their parents…
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The Problem of Evil with Collin Hansen
Author Collin Hansen talks with Cort about his new book, “Where is God in a World with So Much Evil?” They discuss Christianity’s unique response to the problem of evil and the hope the Gospel offers in the midst of suffering.
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Understanding the Book of Proverbs with Mark Gignilliat
In this episode of Common Life, theologian Mark Gignilliat joins Cort to explore the book of Proverbs. They discuss the nature of wisdom, the need for wisdom in navigating everyday life, and how Proverbs can enrich the life of the local church.
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Engaging with the Season of Easter with Wesley Hill
In this conversation, Cort Gatliff and theologian Wesley Hill explore the significance of Easter as a season rather than just a single day. They discuss the challenges of engaging with the Easter message in a polarized cultural context, the importance of presence in pastoral care, and the...
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Navigating Faith and Grief with Jacky Gatliff
In this inaugural episode of Common Life, Cort Gatliff talks with Rev. Dr. Jacky Gatliff and explores the intersections of faith, grief, and ministry. Jacky shares her journey through various ministry contexts, her passion for grief care, and the importance of understanding grief as a complex,...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Rev. Cort Gatliff has conversations about faith, culture and following Jesus in everyday life. Episodes will feature pastors, authors, theologians, lay people and others to help us think through questions relevant to our common life together as church members and believers. Produced by South Highland Presbyterian Church in Birmingham, Alabama.
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