Pathways Podcast

In this episode, we take a hard and honest look at two of the most divisive issues in American culture today: civil unrest and immigration. From the chaos in L.A. to the complexities of the border crisis, how should followers of Jesus respond? Should Christians protest? Can we support law and order while also showing mercy to the marginalized? What does Scripture actually say about justice, the role of the state, and the treatment of immigrants?With a gospel-centered lens, we navigate the tension between biblical justice and personal responsibility, between compassion and truth, and between heavenly citizenship and earthly action. Whether you lean right, left, or are just trying to stay faithful in a polarized world, this conversation invites you to wrestle with how Christians can be both courageous and compassionate in times of cultural upheaval.

In this episode, we dive into some of the most common and honest questions people ask about church: Do I have to go to church to be a Christian? Is the church a place or a people? What does it actually mean to “be the church”? And how do I even get involved if I feel disconnected?We explore the purpose, beauty, and challenge of church life in today’s world. Whether you're wrestling with your role in the local church, or just trying to understand why it matters, this conversation is for you.

In this episode, we dive deep into one of the most profound and difficult questions of the Christian faith: Where is God in the presence of evil? From the fall of humanity to the everyday reality of sin and suffering, we explore the roots of human evil and how it intersects with God’s sovereignty. How can a good and all-powerful God allow evil to exist? What role does human freedom play? And how does the cross of Christ speak into our pain?Whether you're wrestling with doubt, seeking answers, or just curious about the theological tension between divine goodness and a broken world, this conversation is for you.

Should Christians Engage in Politics?In this episode, we step into the often-heated intersection of faith and politics—but not to take sides. Instead, we explore how followers of Jesus can engage politically with truth, humility, and love, without falling into the traps of partisanship or polarization.Can you speak truth without becoming combative? Can you love your neighbor and still stand firm in your convictions? We wrestle with these questions and more, inviting believers to reclaim a Kingdom-centered posture in a world desperate for both justice and grace.This conversation isn't about right or left—it's about being rooted in Christ while navigating the public square with courage and compassion.

In this episode we talk about gender, sex, marriage, and everything in between. LGBTQ ideology is now a fiercely debated topic in the evangelical space, but it seems to be overly complicated. This episode seeks to clear up some of the confusion, as well as give some practical advice to the christian who is listening.

In this episode we contemplate what it means to be human. We talk about being healed of past trauma's as well as how we can better experience what it means to be a new creation in Christ.

What do christians think about abortion and all of the different arguments for it? What about IVF? Is it morally neutral, or is it something to think a little bit deeper about? This episode aims to answer some of those questions, as well as to reason through some common arguments for abortion, and why we believe they fall flat.

The bible is the most referenced, yet unread, book in the world—particularly amongst Christians. In this episode we talk about how to read, study, and engage with Holy Scripture. Likewise we talk about how we as Christians need to start being honest with our lack of understanding when it comes to the word of God.

Welcome to what is going to be a wild ride that points you to Christ in all things!