Kelly M. Kapic
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‘The Road to Character’ by David Brooks
New York Times columnist David Brooks is one of the most read, listened to, and discussed social commentators of our time. While often representing the ‘Right’ in such venues, Brooks is more commonly known for his moderate political views and personal temperament. Through his newspaper column, his weekly appearances on NPR and PBS, or in […]
Identity in the Age of the Selfie
Whether in movies, commercial advertisements, or social media, we’re constantly bombarded with images of the good life. But images are often manipulated and, in the process, so are we. Have we bought into the assumptions of consumerism, materialism, and autonomy? How should Christians think about the issue of identity in our time? On this program, […]
Where Does Authority Come From?
Introduction to the Conversation The question ‘Who am I?’ is deceptively simple. On the surface, we think we can immediately answer the question, but upon further reflection we discover we actually need a tremendous amount of help to understand our ‘selves.’ We need each other. Not just in order for our communities to function well, […]
God So Loved, He Gave
The entire Christian story can be understood through the lens of gift-giving. The history of redemption is the story of God’s gracious and sacrificial giving of himself in order to rescue his fallen and rebellious creation. And as he rescues us, he also invites us to live with hospitality and generosity, so that like him, […]
Spirit-Formed Communities
What are the signs of the Spirit’s presence? Christians commonly ask questions like this, yet far too often the conversation immediately turns to debates about experiences of ecstasy. While these discussions are legitimate, it is surprising how often we miss one of the main indications of the Spirit’s presence in the New Testament. To recognize […]
