PODCAST · religion
Q Ideas
by Gabe Lyons - Faith Radio
Q equips Christians apply their faith to daily life by addressing some of the most difficult and controversial issues of our time.
Episodes
-
An unlikely friendship – Tiffany Whittier and Michael Kent
When probation officer Tiffany Whittier was assigned to self-avowed white supremacist Michael Kent, an unlikely friendship developed, eventually leading Michael away from a life of racism. Tiffany and Michael will talk about building relationships in unexpected places and finding safe spaces to...
-
Overcoming polarization in our cities – JP DeGance
JP DeGance, founder of Communio, joins Gabe for a thoughtful dialogue on how we advance good and overcome the polarization in our cities. Communio equips churches with data insights and ministry best practices to foster healthier relationships for singles, those preparing for marriage, married...
-
Post-truth trends – David Kinnaman
But in a society plagued by skepticism, “fake news,” and distrust, where can people turn for comfort and direction? David Kinnaman of Barna Research explains how Christians can provide a hopeful presence for a culture that is floundering.
-
From shame to purity – Mo Isom
With raw vulnerability and a bold spirit, former soccer star Mo Isom shares her own sexual testimony, opening up the conversation about misguided rule-following, virginity, temptation, porn, promiscuity, false sex-pectations, sex in marriage, and more...calling readers back to God’s original…
more -
Kingdom Virtues – Tony Evans
In the midst of our ethnic tensions, Tony Evans seeks to bring a message and reality to diverse groups of people. Tony will help us think through what it means to be Kingdom-oriented in our thinking, actions, and faith to bring the rule of God’s love to earth.
-
Building bridges between ethnic groups – LaTasha Morrison
In society, racism is more prevalent than ever, engendering doubts, fears, suspicions, and even hostility about the “other.” LaTasha Morrison provides a framework through which we can engage others in a way that leads to reconciliation, peace, and mutual benefit to one another.
-
From the broken place – Bianca Olthoff, Bryan Stevenson and Catherine Hoke
Does God form us in all circumstances, even incarceration? Bianca Olthoff speaks about creating church in prison and witnessing the power of God to forgive and bring new life. Bryan Stevenson and Cathrine Hoke talk about how churches can help bring life transformation to prisoners.
-
Understanding our cultural moment – Greg Thompson
Understanding our current cultural climate may feel like an impossible quest. Greg Thompson of Thriving Cities helps us find clarity and perspective so we are equipped to help others make sense of our unique cultural moment.
-
Mapping environmental injustice – Rusty Pritchard
Resource economist and Tearfund advisor Rusty Pritchard helps us focus our understanding of place and space toward an awareness of the geography in which we live. He helps us understand how past decisions have created unjust environments for under-resourced people groups, and our opportunity to...
-
Patient pluralism – David Coleman
Existing in an ideologically-diverse culture can be challenging. David Coleman, President and Chief Executive Officer of The College Board, believes that institutional diversity, civil disagreement, and patience with others whose beliefs differ from yours creates the best learning environments.
-
Healing our cities – Chris Seay and Rob Peabody
Chris Seay, a Houston pastor who helped mobilize resources in the wake of Hurricane Harvey, and Rob Peabody, founder of a technology company VOMO that helps people volunteer to meet the needs of their city, tell their story of responding to local needs after a hurricane hit Houston.
-
Embracing our Kingdom ethnicity over our earthly ethnicities – D.A. Horton
Author, pastor and professor of intercultural studies, D.A. Horton, joins Gabe Lyons for a candid and hopeful conversation about how we can embrace Kingdom ethnicity in a divided world. D.A.’s latest book, "Intensional: Kingdom Ethnicity in a Divided World," goes deeper into each of these topics.
-
Food, fellowship and the Spriptures – Danielle Walker and Margaret Feinberg
Paleo food expert Danielle Walker talks about the power of food not only in nurturing our bodies, but drawing us together in community. Margaret Feinberg talks about how foods and ingredients like salt speak to us through the pages of Scripture.
-
Talking to strangers – Malcolm Gladwell
Even though there are those who will betray or deceive us, Malcolm Gladwell talks about how we’re wired to enter into deep relationship, trusting one another. And because of COVID-19 pandemic, Gabe Lyons updates us on the move to make Q2020 a 2-day virtual summit.
-
Daily Liturgy – Douglas McKelvey and Justin Whitmel Earley
How can liturgy inform our faith? Douglas McKelvey, author of "Every Moment Holy," and Justin Whitmel Earley of The Common Rule talk about the impact of daily liturgical rhythms. Plus, Gabe updates Q2020 to further explain how it will be a 2-day virtual summit due to the coronavirus pandemic.
-
Faithfulness in an age of distraction – Gabe Lyons – Part 2
How often have you looked at your cellphone today? How do the daily distractions like that affect our ability to love God and others? In a message that Gabe Lyons delivered at his local church in Nashville, he talks about how we can live faithfully in our age of distraction.
-
Faithfulness in an age of distraction – Gabe Lyons – part 1
How often have you looked at your cellphone today? How do the daily distractions like that affect our ability to love God and others? In a message that Gabe Lyons delivered at his local church in Nashville, he talks about how we can live faithfully in our age of distraction.
-
Q2020 preview – why Christians should gather and prepare – Gabe Lyons
Gabe Lyons takes a deep dive into some of the most important issues for the year ahead and reminds us why it’s so important for Christians to gather, prepare and engage these critical topics and ideas. Gabe shares how this is the heart behind Q Conference (April 22-24 in Nashville, TN).
-
Political homelessness and confronting identity politics – Michael Wear and Justin Giboney
With both political parties support things that Christians oppose, Michael Wear talks about being politically homeless. And that's ok. Plus, as labels and the tribalism continue to grow in our politics, Justin Giboney of the AND Campaign examines the reality and the limits of identity politics.
-
My story of abortion – April Hernandez-Castillo
Actor April Hernandez-Castillo found herself in an abusive relationship, she escaped, but shortly after, she discovered she was pregnant. Feeling like she had no other choice, she had to consider all options. She'll share about that very personal experience-and its effects-with us.
-
Walking in faith through a volcanic future – Leonard Sweet – Part 2
In the face of eruptive and disruptive culture changes from economics and communications to bioethics and beyond, Leonard Sweet helps us understand how we fight fire with fire, not only catching up to our culture but leading our friends and neighbors to the feet of Christ.
-
Walking in faith through a volcanic future – Leonard Sweet – Part 1
Leonard Sweet joins Gabe Lyons for a thought-provoking conversation about our chaotic cultural moment and how Christians ought to prepare for an uncertain future. In his newest book, "Rings of Fire," Leonard maps out the future for the church in a sweeping survey of the twenty-first century.
-
The Art of Waking Up – Seth Haines
Seth Haines, author of The Book of Waking Up, looks at how we handle the inevitable pain of life and where we can find healing, wholeness and freedom. Seth shares how we can “wake up” and journey toward the only love that cures a soul.
-
Faith: irrelevant or irresistible – David Kinnaman and Scott Sauls
Barna Group's David Kinnaman explains why many see the Christian faith as irrelevant. Then Scott Sauls, author of "Irresistible Faith," gives a blueprint for pursuing this vision in our current moment, of redeemed individuals and a renewed community working for a restored world.
-
The harm of privilege – Amy Julia Becker and LeCrae
On this Martin Luther King weekend, LeCrae talks with Gabe Lyons about race, righteous anger and resolution. Then, through her own story, Amy Julia Becker will show us how a life behind a white picket fence can restrict even as it protects, preventing us from loving our neighbors well.
-
Millennials and Gen Z – The great opportunity – Joshua Crossman and Skye Jethani
Skye Jethani talks about how presenting an incomplete Gospel can inoculate youth from knowing Jesus. Plus, some estimate that within the next 30 years, up to 42 million Christian youth will leave the faith. Joshua Crossman of the Pinetops Foundation sees it as the single-largest gospel…
more -
Redemptive technology – Alex Lerza
Alex Lerza, co-founder of the innovative app rTribe, which offers online counseling, coaching and healing in community to help anyone and everyone heal; talks candidly about what we misunderstand about technology and the redemptive opportunities within this space.
-
Why Q Ideas? – Gabe Lyons
Gabe Lyons addresses the motivation behind why he started the organization Q Ideas, the importance of asking good questions, and fostering a full understanding of the Christian worldview.
-
The power of a blanket – Bob Dalton
Sackcloth & Ashes founder Bob Dalton shares how he was inspired to engage the homelessness issue, why blankets are so strategic and how his journey of social entrepreneurship has impacted his faith. He shares how we can advance good in the midst of complicated issues.
-
The Dressember movement – Blythe Hill
Blythe Hill is part of the global anti-human trafficking movement known as Dressember, raising $7.5 million for organizations like International Justice Mission, A21, Saving Innocence and more. Blythe joins Gabe Lyons to share how the movement gained traction and how others can join in their...
-
Rethinking poverty and the American dream – Brian Fikkert and Kelly Kapic
Brian Fikkert and Kelly Kapic, authors of “Becoming Whole,” offer deeper reflections on the topics of poverty, human flourishing, and God’s story of change for the poor and ourselves. They explain why the opposite of poverty isn’t the American dream.
-
Disappointing relationships – Lysa Terkuerst
We live in a world of broken relationships. New York Times bestselling author Lysa Terkeurst, wonders if the relationship disappointments we experience are opportunities for something more. Could God be at work in the unmet expectations, the misunderstood words and the long distances?
-
The impact of the genuineness of Fred Rogers – Tom Junod
Journalist Tom Junod talks about his real-life friendship with Fred Rogers, which began when Tom was assigned to write a profile on Mister Rogers for Esquire magazine in 1998. Tom shares how Mister Rogers’ friendship shaped his own life and why his legacy is needed today more than ever.
-
Cultivating virtue – David Brooks
A journalist for The New York Times and author of “The Road to Character,” David Brooks provides relevant commentary on how virtue is a key entry point to larger spiritual conversations that ultimately contribute to society’s flourishing.
-
Loving and understanding our LGBT neighbor – Melinda Selmys & Caleb Kaltenbach
From her personal struggle, Melinda Selmys calls for compassion for those struggling with unwanted sexual desires. Plus, growing up with parents who were gay, Pastor Caleb Kaltenbach shares his story of how he journeyed through this disagreement with his parents and gained empathy for those who...
-
Understanding Islam – Shadi Hamid and Paul Marshall
As Islam integrates into Western Societies, is peace and pluralism really possible? Listen in as Paul Marshall suggests a way forward that addresses this very question. Then Shadi Hamid, a New York Times bestselling author and expert on Islamist movements, explains what Christians could learn…
more -
Singleness – Annie F. Downs
It's easy for the Church to make marriage into an idol, but our single friends have much to offer and are a vital part of the conversation. Listen in as Annie F. Downs shares about her experience and how she's striving for fulfillment in singleness, whatever the outcome.
-
To stop a warlord – Shannon Sedgwick Davis
What difference can one person make? Guided by the strength of her beliefs and convictions, Shannon Sedgwick Davis formed an unlikely alliance that helped stop the atrocities of Joseph Kony and his Lord's Resistance Army.
-
Getting to zero hungry or thirsty – Dan Clark and Scott Harrison
Scott Harrison of Charity: Water talks about his work to bring clean water to the world's needy. Plus, global food security is one of the United Nations' top sustainable development goals this century. Dan Clark of Convoy of Hope helps us understand how we might solve this global problem.
-
Rhythms of renewal – Rebekah Lyons
Rebekah Lyons talks with Miles Adcox about emotional wellness. She also talks about her new book that introduces four life-giving rhythms that will help you trade your anxiety for the vibrant life you were meant to live: rest, restore, connect, and create.
-
Creating and flourishing – Dana Tanamachi
Dana Tanamachi shares her story and insights into what compels her to create, with a focus on the creative process of her commissioned work in partnership with Crossway - designing an illuminated Bible for the modern eye.
-
Called to create – Jordan Raynor
Jordan Raynor talks with Gabe Lyons about his framework for how to embrace entrepreneurship and creativity as a means of glorifying God, loving others, and making disciples of Jesus Christ.
-
Aspirations of Gen Z – Mark Matlock
With the oldest members of Generation Z entering their 20s this year, Mark Matlock will help us better understand the aspirations of this increasingly influential generation. Also, hear a preview of a new QMedia-exclusive podcast Rhythms for Life with Gabe and Rebekah Lyons.
-
Inspiration and Creativity – Kevin Kelly and Jeremy Cowart
Kevin Kelly of Wired Magazine talks about how our technology often spurs creativity in people to tackle problems. Jeremy Cowart sits down with Gabe Lyons for a candid conversation about inspiration, creativity and the ideas that can shape culture.
-
Inspiration and Creativity – Jeremy Cowart
What's the importance of creative, out-of-the-box thinking for tackling many of our cultural issues? Jeremy Cowart, an award-winning photographer, artist and entrepreneur, talks about his mission in life to “explore the intersection of creativity and empathy.” Also, you'll hear a sample of the Q...
-
Working for the common good of the enironment – Joel Salatin and Jason Fileta
Where Can We Unify On The Environment? Joel Salatin talks about how Christians should own the ideas of creation care to honor our Creator, instead of nature worshippers. Jason Fileta shares his perspective on how we can come together and bring hope to the world’s most impoverished communities.
-
Christians responding to environmental issues – Joel Salatin and Jason Fileta
Joel Salatin of PolyFace Farms talks about the importance of sustainable farming practices and how Christians can lead in expanding their use. Jason Fileta of TearFund USA explains why addressing climate and other environmental issues would help some of the world's most vulnerable.
-
Greg Thompson: Six practices of the church – Part 6
As Gabe Lyons and Greg Thompson continue the "Six Practices" series, they talk about the importance of community, what it is, and what it means to be a people of hospitality.
-
Greg Thompson: Six practices of the church – Part 5
The way that we build character depends on how we approach even the littlest habits and moments of our day. What does it mean to live out our faith in our daily habits? Greg Thompson continues with the fifth part of this series.
-
Greg Thompson: Six practices of the church – Part 4
The core of who we are is our identity. In the 4th episode of "Six Practices of the Church," Greg Thompson speaks to the importance of knowing who we are. When we lose sight of identity, we stray away from our God-given purpose.
We're indexing this podcast's transcripts for the first time — this can take a minute or two. We'll show results as soon as they're ready.
No matches for "" in this podcast's transcripts.
No topics indexed yet for this podcast.
Loading reviews...
ABOUT THIS SHOW
Q equips Christians apply their faith to daily life by addressing some of the most difficult and controversial issues of our time.
HOSTED BY
Gabe Lyons - Faith Radio
CATEGORIES
Loading similar podcasts...
Frequently Asked Questions
How many episodes does Q Ideas have?
Q Ideas currently has 150 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.
What is Q Ideas about?
Q equips Christians apply their faith to daily life by addressing some of the most difficult and controversial issues of our time.
How often does Q Ideas release new episodes?
Q Ideas publishes regularly with 150 episodes available. Check the episode list for the typical release schedule.
Where can I listen to Q Ideas?
You can listen to Q Ideas on PodParley by clicking any episode. We provide an embedded audio player for direct listening, and you can also subscribe via your preferred podcast app using the RSS feed.
Who hosts Q Ideas?
Q Ideas is created and hosted by Gabe Lyons - Faith Radio.
URL copied to clipboard!