Impact 360 Institute

Jonathan Morrow
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Welcome to the Impact 360 Institute podcast (www.impact360.org). This podcast is hosted by popular author and Director of Cultural Engagement Jonathan Morrow. Impact 360 institute exists to cultivate leaders who follow Jesus.

  1. FEB 9

    The Five Core Needs of Every Human Being

    In this episode of the Impact 360 Institute Podcast, host Jonathan Morrow sits down with Dr. Kathy Koch, author, speaker, and founder of Celebrate Kids, to explore her well-known teaching on the Five Core Needs, Security, Identity, Belonging, Purpose, and Competence, as outlined in her book Five to Thrive: How to Determine If Your Core Needs Are Being Met (and What to Do When They're Not). Together, they discuss how understanding and meeting these God-given needs can help students and adults alike flourish emotionally, relationally, and spiritually. Resources & Links Dr. Kathy Koch’s Website: Celebrate KidsBook: Five to ThrivePodcast: Celebrate Kids with Dr. Kathy KochImpact 360 Institute: impact360.orgLearn more about Explore Truth and Explore the Resurrection online coursesOn-campus programs in worldview and leadership developmentFollow on social media: Instagram | Facebook | YouTube  This episode provides a deeply practical and biblical roadmap for understanding human motivation and flourishing. Dr. Kathy Koch shows how helping students and adults meet their core needs in Christ can transform insecurity and confusion into confidence, belonging, and purpose-driven living.

    36 min

  2. JAN 5

    Did Jesus Claim to be God?

    Join the Impact 360 podcast for an in-depth conversation with Robert Bowman, a leading evangelical scholar on apologetics, theology, and new religious movements. In this episode, we explore the biblical case for the deity of Christ through Bowman's book "The Incarnate Christ and His Critics: A Biblical Defense," co-authored with Ed Komoszewski. The HANDS Acronym FrameworkBowman introduces the memorable "HANDS" framework for understanding Christ's deity: Honors - Divine worship given to JesusAttributes - Divine characteristics (eternality, omnipotence)Names - Divine titles (Lord, God, I AM)Deeds - Divine actions (creation, miracles, judgment)Seat - Sharing God's throneKey Theological ConceptsThe Incarnation: Understanding Jesus as fully God and fully humanThe Paradox of Christ: How Jesus can be both eternal and born, divine and humanEarly Christian Worship: Evidence that first-century Jewish Christians worshiped Jesus as God from the beginningThe "Big Bang" of Christology: How divine Christology emerged immediately, not graduallyAddressing Common Objections"Why doesn't Jesus explicitly say 'I am God'?""If Jesus is God, who is he praying to?""Doesn't 'Son of God' mean Jesus is lesser than God?"John 1:1 translation debates ("the Word was God" vs. "the Word was a god")Resources MentionedBooks"The Incarnate Christ and His Critics: A Biblical Defense" by Robert Bowman and Ed Komoszewski"Putting Jesus in His Place: The Case for the Deity of Christ" (2007) by the same authorsWebsitesInstitute for Religious Research: IRR.org - Hundreds of free articles on apologetics, Mormonism, Jehovah's Witnesses, and biblical reliabilityRobert Bowman's Personal Site: RobertBowman.net - Blog, book information, and free excerptsImpact 360 Institute ProgramsPropel & Immersion - 1-2 week summer experiences for high school studentsFellows Program - 9-month gap year program for post-high school studentsWebsite: Impact360.org

    1h 12m

  3. 12/10/2025

    How is God at Work in This Generation?

    Host Jonathan Morrow shares insights from Impact 360's nine-month Fellows gap year program, featuring student testimonials about their transformative experiences.  Topics Discussed Biblical Apologetics & Worldview TrainingCore Questions Explored: How do we know Jesus is who He claimed to be?Was Jesus God?Can you trust the Bible?Evidence for Jesus's resurrectionHas the Bible been corrupted?Who chose the books of the Bible and why?Curriculum: Students work through Jonathan Morrow's book "Questioning the Bible" and develop their own apologetic cases Student TransformationFellows (ages 18-20) taking nine months to invest in spiritual and intellectual formationFocus areas: knowing Jesus more deeply, character transformation, kingdom influenceExperiential learning in multiple locations: Georgia, Utah, Brazil, and Washington D.C.1 Chronicles 16: "Oh, give thanks to the Lord. Call upon his name. Make known his deeds among the peoples. Sing to him. Sing praises to him. Speak of all his wonders." Additional Resources & Links Impact 360 Institute Website: impact360.org Donation Page: https://impact360.givevirtuous.org/donate/impact-360-institute-give-today  Online Courses Mentioned: Explore TruthExplore the ResurrectionBook Referenced: "Questioning the Bible" by Jonathan Morrow

    11 min

  4. 10/29/2025

    Why are Young Men Returning to the Church as Female Attendance Declines?

    In this episode of the Impact 360 Institute Podcast, host Jonathan Morrow analyzes dramatic new findings from Gen Z Volume 3 research (with Barna Group) about faith dynamics among young men and women. The conversation centers on the surprising trend: young men ages 18–24 are returning to church and recommitting to biblical faith while young women in the same age group are disengaging from organized religion at increasing rates. Topics Discussed: Introduction to biblical worldview and servant leadership   Review of Gen Z Volume 3 statistics: church attendance, faith identification, gender divide   Biblical foundation for male and female (Matthew 19:4–6); God’s design for gender  Why young men are experiencing renewed agency, hope, and church engagement   Factors behind female Gen Z’s rise in “nones” (no faith affiliation) and moral relativism  Cultural and educational shifts: college degree gaps, mental health, deaths of despair   Zero-sum game trap in faith conversations, why both young men and women matter  “Men have been left behind, women have been lied to."  Sexual revolution’s consequences for women, featuring Louise Perry’s journey from atheism to Christianity  How secular scripts have failed young women’s flourishing; marriage and family insights   Reanimation of meaning among young men, agency in faith, and rising Bible engagement   Discipleship challenges and practical steps for churches, parents, and leaders   Encouragement for creating men-friendly spaces, supporting both sexes, and clear gospel teaching   Resources and programs at Impact 360 Institute for Gen Z students and ongoing research Additional Links: Gen Z Volume 3 Research: https://www.barna.com/gen-z-volume-3/ Impact 360 Institute Courses & Conferences: https://www.impact360institute.org/courses/ Article: Gen Z Women’s Faith Trends https://www.barna.com/trends/gen-z-women-struggling-in-faith/ Louise Perry’s Story: https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/reviews/case-against-sexual-revolution-perry/ Social Media & Contact: Instagram: @impact360institute Twitter/X: @impact360 Facebook: Impact 360 Institute Email: info@impact360.org For more resources, episodes, or to support discipleship initiatives, visit Impact360.org.

    31 min

  5. 09/24/2025

    Charlie Kirk‘s Legacy and What that Means for the Next Generation

    What can we learn from the legacy of Charlie Kirk? How should Christians think about his public assassination, the gospel opportunities that have followed, and the challenges and opportunities facing the next generation? In this episode, Jonathan Morrow reflects on Charlie Kirk’s impact, the power of forgiveness, the three biblical spheres of family, church, and government, key biblical principles to anchor to in moments like these, and how Gen Z can step forward with clarity, courage, and conviction in this historic moment. Watch the eyewitness account of our friend Frank Turek as he reflects on being next to Charlie Kirk when he was shot. (YouTube) - https://youtu.be/rVaxvKtw5NQ?si=-2JpqW31aouRB-Lb  Watch the 7 min presentation of the Gospel Frank Turek made at the memorial of Charlie Kirk - https://youtu.be/tDCUOtGJNtM?si=COspBzszwZxZAdfo  Watch Erika Kirk 30 min talk where she forgives her husband's murderer - https://www.youtube.com/live/jAWG_LCRIWc?si=J1TZahOjgAmUwhnO&t=24765  Watch the entire memorial service for Charlie Kirk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jAWG_LCRIWc  (Get Access) Digital Course Discipling Gen Z (Conference Digital Pass) - https://learn.impact360institute.org/genz2025

    39 min

  6. 09/02/2025

    Are We Living Through a Civilization Moment? And What Does That Mean?

    Jonathan Morrow sits down with Colson Center president John Stonestreet to unpack the new documentary Truth Rising, a timely look at our current “civilizational moment” and a practical call to cultural courage rooted in four anchors: hope, truth, identity, and calling. They preview the film’s free digital premiere, the companion 4-part study (with leader/participant guides), and how churches and families can host watch parties. Resources & Links Watch the free premiere (Sept 5) + study guides & watch-party kit: TruthRising.com Impact 360 programs, courses, and Multiply Fund: Impact360.org

    36 min

  7. 08/05/2025

    Shaping Resilient Gen Z Disciples in an Anxious, TikTok World

    What does it take to disciple Gen Z in a culture of screens, anxiety, and spiritual hunger? In this episode of the Impact 360 Podcast, Jonathan Morrow and Dakota Powell unpack the heart behind the upcoming Leading Gen Z Conference, explore themes from Impact 360’s latest research on Gen Z, and share practical tools to help students develop resilient faith. Whether you're a parent, pastor, educator, or student, you’ll walk away with encouragement, insight, and action steps for shaping the next generation. Plus—don’t miss a special discount code for the September 11 event at the end of the episode! 🎟 Conference Registration: WhoIsGenZ.com 📘 Gen Z Volume 3 Study (with Barna): Get it at Impact360.org Connect with Impact 360: Instagram: @impact360institute YouTube: Impact 360 Institute

    19 min

  8. 07/18/2025

    Faith & Science: Friends or Foes?

    In this episode of the Impact 360 Institute Podcast, Director of Cultural Engagement Jonathan Morrow sits down with Dr. Paul Gould to tackle one of the most common modern myths: that faith and science are in conflict. Together, they unpack why Christianity and scientific inquiry are not only compatible, but how Christianity offers a more compelling explanation for the rationality, order, and wonder we find in the universe. Resources Mentioned: A Good and True Story by Dr. Paul Gould Cultural Apologetics  Follow Impact 360: Instagram: @impact360institute Facebook: Impact 360 Institute YouTube: Impact 360 Contact Us: Have questions or want to learn more? Email us at info@impact360.org or visit Impact360.org

    24 min
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Welcome to the Impact 360 Institute podcast (www.impact360.org). This podcast is hosted by popular author and Director of Cultural Engagement Jonathan Morrow. Impact 360 institute exists to cultivate leaders who follow Jesus.

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  • Creator
    Jonathan Morrow
  • Years Active
    2014 - 2026
  • Episodes
    144
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    © 2023 Impact 360 Institute
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