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The Living Room Disciple Podcast | Where discipleship finds a home.

Our heart for you is quite simple—We want to see you formed into the image of Christ. Whether we acknowledge it our not, everything that we encounter is forming us. In this weekly podcast, we’re taking a hard look at our world and our lives to ask the question: How is this forming us?

So join us weekly in our journey toward Jesus!

The Living Room Disciple The Living Room Disciple

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The Living Room Disciple Podcast | Where discipleship finds a home.

Our heart for you is quite simple—We want to see you formed into the image of Christ. Whether we acknowledge it our not, everything that we encounter is forming us. In this weekly podcast, we’re taking a hard look at our world and our lives to ask the question: How is this forming us?

So join us weekly in our journey toward Jesus!

    Is 'Gentle Parenting' Biblical?

    Is 'Gentle Parenting' Biblical?

    On This Week's Episode:

    Thanks to Anna D. for sending in our discussion topic for this week. Seriously, thank you! 



    So what is this week about? We’re discussing the article “Is ‘Gentle Parenting’ Biblical?” from The Gospel Coalition, written by Bernard N. Howard. You can find the original article here: https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/gentle-parenting-biblical/



    And as we dug into this, it’s a very valid discussion full of intricacies leading to another question. Is this even the right question we should be asking? Don’t be fooled. This idea may be trending on TikTok and social media but this question may be missing the mark. Dive in with us as we discuss “Gentle Parenting” and how our approach to parenting can form us (and our kids) more or less like Christ. 



    BY THE WAY: You can suggest a topic too! Visit our website or tag us on social media if there’s ever something you’d like for us to dive into. We read every note and are so encouraged when you reach out. 



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    • 52 min
    Fearing Bravely: Loving Our Neighbors—Feat. Catherine McNiel

    Fearing Bravely: Loving Our Neighbors—Feat. Catherine McNiel

    On This Week's Episode:

    Catherine McNiel returns to the podcast! This time, to discuss her book Fearing Bravely with host Nick O'Brien. Fear in today's world and the Church can often lead to an "us vs. them" mentality and ultimately, a loss of compassion for others. So what does it look like to love and serve our neighbors and enemies by following the way of Jesus? Let's dive in and find out!



    Once you've had a listen, be sure to check out Fearing Bravely: https://catherinemcniel.com/books/fearing-bravely/



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    About Our Guest:

    Catherine McNiel is an author, writer, editor, and speaker searching for the creative, redemptive work of God in our ordinary lives. She writes to kindle conversations that mingle theology with real life, and open eyes to God’s ongoing presence in our world.



    Catherine lives in the Chicagoland area with her husband, where they care for three kids, two jobs, and one enormous garden. Catherine has studied and taught Intercultural Studies and Theology, has an MA in Human Service Counseling, and is working on a Master of Divinity at North Park Theological Seminary. Her books include Fearing Bravely: Risking Love for our Neighbors, Strangers, and Enemies; All Shall Be Well: Awakening to God’s Presence in His Messy, Abundant World; and Long Days of Small Things: Motherhood as a Spiritual Discipline which was an ECPA finalist for New Author. Catherine is a sought after writer and speaker; her work has been featured by numerous magazines, websites, churches, and ministries. 



    She’s on the lookout for wisdom, beauty, and iced coffee.



    Find Catherine:

    Website: https://catherinemcniel.com/ 

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    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/catherinemcniel/ 



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    • 47 min
    Loving the Foreigners in Our Community—Feat. Kristin Barnett (Operations Director of Neighborly)

    Loving the Foreigners in Our Community—Feat. Kristin Barnett (Operations Director of Neighborly)

    On This Week's Episode:

    In this episode, Phil Snyder and Kristin Barnett from Neighborly discuss the challenges and rewards of serving refugee communities. We explore how believers can overcome discomfort and language barriers to love and serve their neighbors, and how serving refugees can reorient our priorities and shape our spiritual growth. We also discuss the importance of involving families in refugee ministry and provide practical tips for getting started. Our prayer is that this conversation is both inspiring and encouraging to you, wherever you are. 



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    About Neighborly: 

    Neighborly is a relationship-based poverty relief organization advocating for biblical justice. We provide ways for our supporters to feed, tell, heal, shelter, welcome, and clothe their neighbors.



    We not only fight poverty, we dismantle the systems that produce and perpetuate it. At times, we give a fish. Sometimes, we teach how to fish. But we're always asking why there is a darn fence around the pond, who put it there, and why they are charging more for a fishing license for people who need it the most.



    Find Neighborly & Kristin Barnett:

    Website:  https://thatsneighborly.org/ 

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/neighborlyorg 

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NeighborlyOrg/ 



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    • 48 min
    How We're Formed by the NEWS—Feat. Kelsey Reed (News Coach @ WORLD News Group)

    How We're Formed by the NEWS—Feat. Kelsey Reed (News Coach @ WORLD News Group)

    On This Week's Episode:

    As you can likely guess from the title, today we’re going to engage in a conversation that, frankly, we’ve been nervous to have. And that’s discussing “how are we formed by the news?” 



    Because even the decision on who to have as a guest for this conversation is a choice that says a lot. We’ve been praying and believe that our guest, Kelsey Reed, is a great person to wade into this conversation with. You see, she calls herself a professional learner and after having this conversation, she may be one of the most thoughtful people we’ve ever had the pleasure of speaking with. The way she thinks and weighs her words should challenge all of us to do the same. 



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    About World News: 

    WORLD produces sound journalism, grounded in facts and biblical truth. Through print magazines, online articles, and podcast programs, our trained journalists report on current events both global and national so that readers and listeners can see how God is at work in the world, no matter the headlines.



    Resources & Links

    Concurrently Podcast: https://wng.org/podcasts/concurrently

    God’s WORLD News: https://gwnews.com/

    WORLD News: https://wng.org/

    WORLD News Group YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WORLDNewsGroup/ 





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    • 51 min
    Ministering to the Marginalized—Feat. James Barnett (founder of Neighborly)

    Ministering to the Marginalized—Feat. James Barnett (founder of Neighborly)

    On This Week's Episode:

    Today, we're having a conversation with James Barnett, the founder of Neighborly. Neighborly is a nonprofit based in Tallahassee, FL that aims to meet the needs of the poor and the marginalized in their community. This conversation moves in and out, connecting the many facets of life. 



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    About Neighborly: 

    Neighborly is a relationship-based poverty relief organization advocating for biblical justice. We provide ways for our supporters to feed, tell, heal, shelter, welcome, and clothe their neighbors.



    We not only fight poverty, we dismantle the systems that produce and perpetuate it. At times, we give a fish. Sometimes, we teach how to fish. But we're always asking why there is a darn fence around the pond, who put it there, and why they are charging more for a fishing license for people who need it the most.



    Find Neighborly & James Barnett:

    Website:  https://thatsneighborly.org/

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/neighborlyorg

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NeighborlyOrg/



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    • 59 min
    Building Blocks for the Mind: Sanctifying the Imagination

    Building Blocks for the Mind: Sanctifying the Imagination

    On This Week's Episode:
    Join us for a deep dive into the power of imagination on the Living Room Disciple Podcast! Hosts Phil and Nick explore how our imaginations shape our desires and struggles, and how we can fill them with the beauty of the Kingdom of God.In this episode, we'll reflect on the impact of our imaginative pursuits and discuss ways to align them with the Kingdom of Heaven.



    Tune in now and let's explore how our imaginations can lead us closer to God on the Living Room Disciple Podcast, where discipleship finds a home.

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    • 44 min

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