The Gospel Coalition Podcast features keynote and breakout sessions from our national, regional, and women's conferences. We exist to equip the next generation ...
Many today claim Christianity is toxic, bigoted, patriarchal, Western, imperialist, and repressive. However, the biblical teaching that every human being is made in God's image is the foundation for our regard for human dignity and freedom.In this breakout session from TGCW24, Sharon James explores the profound ways Christians have influenced the world for the better in areas such as justice, philanthropy, health care, education, and the dignity of women.She discusses the following:The story of Sarah MartinThe influence of Christianity on human rights and freedomJustice and the rule of lawProtection of life and the sanctity of human dignityRelief of human need and philanthropyEducation and women's empowermentThe dignity of women and Christian ethicsThe role of Christianity in modern society
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Is the Bible Good for Women?
In this episode, Kendra Dahl, Rebecca McLaughlin, Jen Oshman, and Wendy Alsup consider the Bible’s teaching about women through a Jesus-centered understanding of Scripture. They observe Christianity's historical and cultural influences and encourage women to stay engaged with the Scriptures, seek truth in community, and persevere in the good work God has called them to.They discuss the following:Personal experience and why it's essential to study the ScripturesThe misuse and misapplication of ScriptureThe importance of a Jesus-centered hermeneuticWhy we need historical and cultural perspectivesEncouragement for women who have a negative view of the BibleRecommended resources:Is the Bible Good for Women? by Wendy AlsupConfronting Christianity by Rebecca McLaughlinJesus Through the Eyes of Women by Rebecca McLaughlinCultural Counterfeits by Jen OshmanIt’s Good to Be a Girl by Jen Oshman
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Longing for the Holy Spirit’s Power
Jesus told his disciples it’d be to their advantage that he was going away because, if he didn’t, the Helper wouldn’t come to them. Then in Acts, we read about the Holy Spirit's descent on believers. So what advantage does the Holy Spirit bring?In this breakout session from TGCW24, Nancy Guthrie considers how our experience of the Holy Spirit today differs from that of Old Testament saints. She also unpacks the advantages of the Spirit's indwelling and what the Spirit-empowered life looks like.She discusses the following:The biblical imagery of wind and fireA survey of the Holy Spirit in the BibleLonging for guidanceLonging for powerLonging for more of ChristLonging for spiritual fruitLonging for glory
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Ligon Duncan Interviews New TGC President Mark Vroegop
In this special episode, Ligon Duncan sits down with Mark Vroegop, the new president of The Gospel Coalition, to discuss his journey of faith, pastoral ministry, and vision for TGC's future. Hear Mark's testimony, the personal trials that shaped him, and the passion driving his commitment to serve pastors, churches, and believers around the world.Mark shares his thoughts on:TGC’s role in supporting the local churchChallenges and opportunities facing the church todayThe importance of cultural apologeticsHis vision for TGC’s next chapterHow he hopes TGC will continue building on the gospel-centered legacy of Tim Keller and Don CarsonLearn more about Mark at https://tgc.org/president
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Why People Are Leaving the Church
We’re currently living through the largest and fastest religious shift in U.S. history, with 40 million people having left houses of worship, mainly in the last 25 years.In this breakout session from TGCW24, Jim Davis and Michael Graham, authors of The Great Dechurching, unpack four types of people who’ve left evangelical churches, why they left, and why more than half of them are willing to return.They discuss the following:Why we need data on dechurchingKey findings from The Great Dechurching’s studyThe timeline and causes of dechurchingFour profiles of dechurched individualsMyths and misconceptions about dechurchingPractical steps for engaging the dechurched
The Gospel Coalition Podcast features keynote and breakout sessions from our national, regional, and women's conferences. We exist to equip the next generation of believers, pastors, and church leaders to shape life and ministry around the gospel.
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