Russell Moore joins John Perkins to discuss the Civil Rights Movement 50 years after Martin Luther King, Jr. and the ongoing work that needs to be done. iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher | Tune in...
Daniel Patterson moderates a discussion between Randy Stinson, Jen Wilkin, Susie Hawkins, and Todd Wagner about the gospel and the future of marriage and family. iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher | Tune in...
Trip Lee discusses hip-hop, Christianity and the next generation, while at MLK50 conference in Memphis, Tenn. Trip Lee is a Christian rapper, singer, poet, and author. iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher | Tune in...
J.D. Greear explains why parents should have a missional mindset in raising their children. He shares how raising kids with this mindset will prepare and equip them to effectively engage the culture. iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher | Tune in...
How do we develop a pro-life message? Kelly Rosati moderated a discussion between Kathryn Jean Lopez, D.J. Jordan, Alison Centofante, and Herbie Newell on this issue at the Evangelicals for Life 2018 Conference in Washington D.C. iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher | Tune in...
Jackie Hill Perry discusses equipping the next generation to embrace gospel diversity. iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher | Tune in
Matt Chandler discusses Christian courage at the Southern Baptist Convention Pre-Conference in Dallas, Texas. iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher | Tune in
Phillip Bethancourt moderates a discussion between J.T. English, Albert Mohler, Danny Akin, and Matt Hall at the Southern Baptist Convention Pre-Conference in Dallas, Texas, on June 9, 2018.
Sharen Ford moderates a discussion between Dan Dumas, Chuck Johnson, Emily Chapman Richards, Becky Weichhand about adoption and foster care at the Evangelicals for Life 2018 Conference in Washington, D.C. iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher | Tune in...
This week on the ERLC Podcast, Senator James Lankford discusses the importance of pro-life policy and human dignity in the political arena at the 2018 Evangelicals for Life Conference in Washington, DC. iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher | Tune in...
How can parents form the moral imagination of their kids? Phil Vischer shares how storytelling can be an effective tool for creating a biblical framework for imagination and creativity. iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher | Tune in...
How can parents can help their children trade the comfort of “fitting in” for the calling of standing out? Jen Wilkin calls on parents to raise their children to stand out rather than fit in. iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher | Tune in...
How can parents have hope and peace even in the midst of pain, loss, and suffering? Nancy Guthrie tells the story of how she lost two of her children after only six months due to a rare genetic disorder. Subscribe here iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher | Tune in...
How do ministry leaders balance Christian minsitry work with parenting and family life? Daniel Patterson is joined by Nicole Lino, Lauren Chandler, Micah Fries, and Halim Suh to talk about ministry work, parenting, family life, and their callings. The panelists, who all serve as pastors and ministry leaders, share personal stories and explain how they balance their calling in ministry with their calling as husbands, wives, and parents. Subscribe here iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher | Tune in...
Some of the most difficult questions currently facing the American Church involve how to deal with racial tension. Collin Hansen, Christina Edmondson, Justin Giboney, Juan Sanchez, and Benjamin Watson face some of those questions head on in a panel discussion at our MLK50 conference. We pray that open discussion of these hard issues leaves you feeling better equipped to promote unity and peace. Subscribe here iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher | Tune in...
Peering at the present state of racial relations within the church can leave one feeling discouraged. But, as Christians, we know that he who is in us is greater than he who is in the world. With this hope, Phillip Bethancourt, Don Carson, H.B. Charles, Crawford Loritts, Afshin Ziafat, and Beth Moore discussed the future of evangelicals and racial unity at our MLK50 conference. We pray this message encourages you. Subscribe here iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher | Tune in...
Martin Luther King Jr. has been gone for 50 years now, but his legacy still lives on in those who shared his same passion and walked the hard road with him. Jason Cook moderated a panel of those involved on the ground of the Civil Rights Movement including John Perkins, Melvin Charles Smith, James Netters, and Beverly Robertson during the MLK50 conference. We hope this episode gives you a greater love and commitment to your neighbors. Subscribe here iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher | Tune in...
Jason Cook went to school and pastored in some of the most segregated areas in the South. And he’s currently on staff at a racially diverse church in Memphis, TN. So when he talks about race and ministry, we should pay attention. Listen in as he asks the question, “Should we give up on multi-ethnic ministry?” Subscribe here iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher | Tune in...
John Piper has been a father in the faith to many through his online preaching ministry. He has stood faithfully for the authority and power of Scripture and has especially been a leading voice in matters pertaining to racial unity. At MLK50, he preached a message from Colossians titled “The glory of God and racial unity,” showing how this has always been God’s plan. Subscribe here iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher | Tune in...
The shots that rang out 50 years ago in Memphis, Tenn., and killed Martin Luther King Jr. are unforgettable. They are also a marker in our nation’s evil past. But how has Memphis, specifically, been affected since that day? Cole Huffman, Steve Gaines, Eli Morris, Bishop Ed Stephens, and J. Lawrence Turner—all serving in Memphis—talk about how their city is doing 50 years after King’s death. Subscribe here iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher | Tune in...
We live in a world where issues arise in the news and culture daily. Behind every issue, however, is a person—a person made in the image of God. This intermittent ERLC Podcast series, “How to Handle,” will tackle tough issues for today with the hopes of equipping the church on how to handle the topic, care for those struggling with sin and temptation, and care for those who have been hurt. Subscribe here iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher | Tune in...
It’s tempting to look at the surface of the church and think that nothing is wrong. But Matt Chandler, a powerful evangelical voice, pointed out a serious problem in his talk “a house divided cannot stand: understanding and overcoming the inconsistencies of white evangelicals on racial issues.” We hope this message will help you examine your own heart before the Lord. Subscribe here: iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher | Tune in...
The phrase “out of sight, out of mind” shouldn’t be a reality in the lives of Christians as we think about others’ suffering. This is especially true of the persecuted church. So, at our MLK50 conference Karen Ellis shared a message titled “To The Ends of the Earth: The Great Commission, the Global Persecuted Church, and Racial Unity.” We hope this message leads you to pray consistently for our brothers and sisters around the world. Subscribe here: iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher | Tune in...
Russell Moore has been burdened about racial justice since he was a young man. With the barrage of terrible events highlighting racial injustice in our country especially, the time is ripe to proclaim how the gospel speaks to this matter. So, at our historic MLK50 Conference, Moore addressed the crowd in a passionate message titled “King and Kingdom: Racial Justice and the Uneasy Conscience of American Christianity.” We hope this message burdens you in the best of ways. Subscribe here: iTunes | ...
The Lord is doing a work when it comes to race relations in the church. And the ERLC was privileged to be a small part of it at the MLK50 Conference, commemorating the 50 years since Martin Luther King Jr.’s assassination. One of the powerful opening talks was given by Charlies Dates. His message, titled, “The Most Segregated Hour in America: Overcoming Divisions to Pursue MLK’s Vision of Racial Harmony,” will challenge you to evaulate your heart and life. Let’s listen now. Subscribe here: iTune...
Every parent knows that the work of parenting is good, yet hard. The Lord has entrusted every mom and dad and caretaker with the task of shaping and cultivating souls for his glory. But, as sinners, we will make mistakes. So, at our National Conference, Todd Wagner offered encouragement in his talk, “Pressing on when you fail as a parent.” We hope this message brings you renewed hope for your calling. Subscribe here iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher | Tune in...
Racial unity is an outworking of the gospel and should be a mark of the church. Yet, Christians continue to be filled with strife and tension over this issue. And it’s especially sad because it’s about more than a problem; it’s about those who God has made in his image. So, at our Leadership Summit, pastor H.B. Charles Jr. called the church to peace through the person of Jesus in his talk “Tearing Down the Dividing Wall: How the Gospel Shapes Racial Reconciliation.” We hope this talk convicts an...
Benjamin Watson is known to many as an accomplished NFL player, but more importantly, he is a child of God who is deeply committed to the gospel and its implications. He’s particularly passionate about the value of all human life and racial unity. So, at Evangelicals for Life, he gave a talk title “Pro-life and Pro-justice,” showing how the two thing are not opposed. We hope this message sheds new light on your understanding of both of these issues. Subscribe here iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher...
In a time when families are broken and torn apart, it’s refreshing to hear stories of those that have persevered in faithfulness. At the ERLC National Conference, Crawford Loritts wasn’t shy in sharing about the legacy of the greatest influence in his life, next to Jesus, in his talk Never Walk Away: Lessons on Integrity From a Father Who Lived It . We hope you’re encouraged by this message. Subscribe here iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher | Tune in...
What began as a tragedy has been used by the Lord as a testimony to encourage countless people around the world. Joni Eareckson Tada’s disability has become the platform for her greatest ministry. At Evangelicals for Life, Joni joined us to cast a vision for human dignity in disability. We hope you are inspired and strengthend by this message. Subscribe here iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher | Tune in...
