Re-integrate

Bob Robinson
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Re-integrate

How can we overcome the disconnect between our Sunday faith and the rest of our week? Every week, join David Loughney and Dr. Bob Robinson as they discuss the joys and frustrations of reintegrating every aspect of life with their faith and interview thought leaders and practitioners who are doing it. Bob is in his 50s and David is in his 20s, so they offer an engaging dialogue from different generational vantage points. If you desire insights into how to live an integrated Christian life, one in which you can better experience Jesus Christ and participate in what God’s doing in the world, this is the podcast for you. bobrobinsonre.substack.com

  1. MAR 21

    Is Earthkeeping an Essential Christian Practice? (Podcast): Steven Bouma-Prediger

    Should Christians care about the ecological crises that we face? Should climate change be a concern for believers? Many Christians still view their faith as primarily a “spiritual” matter that has little to do with the “physical” world in which they live. Our guest is Steven Bouma-Prediger, who contends that protecting and restoring our planet is an essential practice for Christians. Steve has studied the Bible and understands what it teaches about this earthly life. He has written extensively about how humans are called, in the words of Genesis 2:15, to “work and take care of” the world in which we live. He is troubled by how too few Christians see this as a crucial part of Christian discipleship. Scroll down to learn more about Dr. Steven Bouma-Prediger. Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite app! Thanks for listening! Please share this podcast with your friends. Your hosts are Dr. Bob Robinson and David Loughney. Go to re-integrate.org for further resources on reintegrating all of life with God’s mission. Steven Bouma-Prediger, Ph.D. Dr. Steven Bouma-Prediger is Professor of Religion at Hope College in Holland, Michigan, where he has also served as the chairperson of the Department of Religion and as the associate dean for teaching and learning. He also oversees the Environmental Studies minor. In addition, Steve teaches in Belize and New Zealand for the Creation Care Study Program. His latest book is Creation Care Discipleship: Why Earthkeeping Is an Essential Christian Practice (from Baker Academic). Among his previous books are Earthkeeping and Character: Exploring a Christian Ecological Virtue Ethic and For the Beauty of the Earth: A Christian Vision for Creation Care, and (co-authored with Brian J. Walsh) Beyond Homelessness: Christian Faith in a Culture of Displacement. His books can be purchased from independent bookseller Byron Borger at Hearts & Minds Bookstore. Get full access to Bob Robinson’s Substack at bobrobinsonre.substack.com/subscribe

    52 min

  2. MAR 15

    Why Study History? (podcast) with Dr. John Fea

    Both David and Bob are history buffs. But studying history is not as simple as watching a documentary, a biopic, or reading a bestselling narrative history. We need to be aware of how historians actually do their craft, and use those same tools as we watch and read. Some use history to advance their political agendas, while others just echo ideas that are not substantiated by historical scholarship. Armchair historians can often get it very wrong. How should Christians study history? Christians are a people of the Truth, so how do we know what is legitimate history? How do we reintegrate our faith with our understanding of the past? Our guest is Dr. John Fea, Distinguished Professor of American History at Messiah University in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania. He has recently released the second edition of his book, Why Study History?: Reflecting on the Importance of the Past (Baker Academic, 2024). In this book, he talks about what historians do, what bad history looks like, and how studying history can be a form of spiritual formation. Scroll down to learn more about Dr. John Fea. Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite app! Thanks for listening! Please share this podcast with your friends. Your hosts are Dr. Bob Robinson and David Loughney. Go to re-integrate.org for further resources on reintegrating all of life with God’s mission. John Fea, Ph.D. John Fea’s essays and reviews on the history of American culture have appeared in numerous journals and magazines. John speaks regularly at universities, academic conferences, churches, school and teacher groups, civic groups, and historical societies and has appeared on NBC News, CNN, C-SPAN, National Public Radio, and dozens of radio programs nationwide. John writes about American history, religion, politics, and academic life at his blog housed in the online magazine Current. John Fea has authored several other books, including Was America Founded as a Christian Nation? (Westminster/John Knox Press, 2011), and Believe Me: The Evangelical Road to Donald Trump (Eerdmans, June 2018). John was on two previous episodes of the Reintegrate Podcast, discussing these two books: here and here. Get full access to Bob Robinson’s Substack at bobrobinsonre.substack.com/subscribe

    1h 5m

  3. FEB 14

    Learning to Disagree (Podcast) with John Inazu

    We just came out of yet another contentious election year. People are as divided and polarized as ever, and the situation doesn’t seem to be improving. John Inazu is the author of Learning to Disagree: The Surprising Path to Navigating Differences with Empathy and Respect (Zondervan, 2024). It’s a unique book because John Inazu walks us through a school year as he teaches law and religion at Washington University in St. Louis. In this environment, students learn to embrace a better way to settle disputes. We get to learn alongside them, gleaning universal principles for conversing with people we disagree with. Scroll down to learn about John Inazu. Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite app! Thanks for listening! Please share this podcast with your friends. Your hosts are Dr. Bob Robinson and David Loughney. Go to re-integrate.org for further resources on reintegrating all of life with God’s mission. John Inazu John Inazu is the Sally D. Danforth Distinguished Professor of Law and Religion at Washington University in St. Louis. He is the founder of the Legal Vocation Fellowship, a 15-month program for early-career attorneys, which grew out of his work with The Carver Project at Washington University. He is also a Senior Fellow at Interfaith America and also the Trinity Forum. He holds the J.D. from Duke University and a PhD in political science from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Check out John Inazu’s Substack, *Some Assembly Required. Get full access to Bob Robinson’s Substack at bobrobinsonre.substack.com/subscribe

    49 min

  4. FEB 11

    How Setbacks and Disasters Shape Us for the Better (Podcast) with Dr. Gayle D. Beebe

    We often see setbacks and disasters as events that keep us from our best life. But what if these are actually opportunities to grow in our leadership? Our guest on this episode is Dr. Gayle D. Beebe, who has been a leader for over two decades and has insights into how to overcome the disorienting challenges that we face, both personally and in our leadership. In his new book, The Crucibles That Shape Us: Navigating the Defining Challenges of Leadership, the university president shares personal stories and the wisdom of many other authors and mentors on how we can tackle suffering, revealing that, although we can be confused at first, these situations ultimately can bring us into a deeper relationship with God and also make us better leaders. Beebe identifies seven crucibles—powerful catalysts for transformation—that, when embraced, shape us into what God wants us to be. Scroll down to learn about Gayle Beebe. Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite app! Thanks for listening! Please share this podcast with your friends. Your hosts are Dr. Bob Robinson and David Loughney. Go to re-integrate.org for further resources on reintegrating all of life with God’s mission. Dr. Gayle D. Beebe Gayle D. Beebe has been serving as president of Westmont College in Santa Barbara, California since 2007. Before that, he was president of Spring Arbor University in Michigan. He has also served as dean of the graduate school of theology at Azusa Pacific University. He has three master's degrees: the Master of Divinity from Princeton Theological Seminary, the Master of Philosophy of Religion and Theology from Claremont Graduate University, and the Master of Business Administration in Strategic Management from the Drucker School at Claremont Graduate University. He also has a PhD in Religion and Theology from Claremont Graduate University. Get full access to Bob Robinson’s Substack at bobrobinsonre.substack.com/subscribe

    46 min

  5. JAN 15

    Creating in an Age of AI - Podcast with Craig Detweiler

    How can creative people honestly pursue their crafts in an age of Artificial Intelligence? What key components fuel creativity for those who make art, film, novels, poetry, graphic art, or music? Our guest is Craig Detweiler, author, filmmaker, educator, cultural commentator, and Variety Magazine’s Mentor of the Year recipient. Over the years, Craig has taught and mentored thousands of students at Pepperdine, Biola, Fuller Seminary, and Grand Canyon University. He has encouraged these aspiring artists to launch creative projects with intention, awareness, and confidence. His students have founded festivals, started companies and schools, written acclaimed graphic novels, and directed movies for Marvel. Now, at a time when generative AI can aggregate text and images in seconds, he shows why “honest creativity” is one of the core tenets that separates humans from machines. For Craig Detweiler, creating honestly is a way of honoring the gift of life. Humans are called to honestly create magnificent things because it is what humans, made in the image of God, do. Craig’s latest book is Honest Creativity: The Foundations of Boundless, Good, and Inspired Innovation (Morehouse Publishing, 2024). Scroll down to learn about Craig Detweiler. Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite app! Thanks for listening! Please share this podcast with your friends. Your hosts are Dr. Bob Robinson and David Loughney. Go to re-integrate.org for further resources on reintegrating all of life with God’s mission. Dr. Craig Detweiler Craig Detweiler (MFA, Univ of Southern California, M.Div. and Ph.D., Fuller Theological Seminary) is the President & CEO of Wedgwood Circle, a philanthropical investment collective funding creative projects of meaning. He is the Dean of the College of Arts & Media at Grand Canyon University. Craig is also an award-winning documentary filmmaker. Check out an episode of the Reintegrate Podcast from 2020, in which Craig Detweiler discusses how to reintegrate our faith with watching movies. Check out Craig’s other books: Selfies: Searching for the Image of God in a Digital Age (Brazos, 2018). iGods: How Technology Shapes Our Spiritual and Social Lives (Brazos, 2013). Halos and Avatars: Playing Video Games with God Paperback (Westminster John Knox Press, 2010). Into the Dark: Seeing the Sacred in the Top Films of the 21st Century (Cultural Exegesis, Baker Academic, 2008). A Purple State of Mind: Finding Middle Ground in a Divided Culture (Harvest House, 2008). A Matrix of Meanings: Finding God in Pop Culture (Engaging Culture, Baker Academic, 2003). You can purchase these books from independent booksellers Byron and Beth Borger at Hearts & Minds Bookstore. Order online through their secure server or call 717-246-333. Mention that you heard about this book on the Reintegrate Podcast and get 20% off. Get full access to Bob Robinson’s Substack at bobrobinsonre.substack.com/subscribe

    47 min

  6. 12/18/2024

    Dual citizens: In the kingdom of God AND in our nation, with David Koyzis (podcast)

    In a deeply divided nation, we’ve seen everyone argue over who to vote for, what policies are righteous, and how to move forward. Christians are just as caught up in the polarized politics of our day. But there has to be a better way. We are called to be informed and active citizens, but what does that mean? It has to mean more than angry memes thrown at others on social media. In his new book, political scientist David T. Koyzis asks, “How can Christians live as citizens of God's kingdom while also fulfilling their responsibilities as citizens of political communities?” Can Christians participate in the public square without getting sucked into the idolatries that come with political parties? Isn’t it better to avoid politics than risk ethical compromise or division among believers? We had the honor of interviewing David on the day his new book, Citizenship Without Illusions: A Christian Guide to Political Engagement (InterVarsity Press, 2024), was released. Scroll down to learn about David T. Koyzis. Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite app! David T. Koyzis, PhD David T. Koyzis (PhD in Government and International Studies, Notre Dame) is affiliated with Global Scholars Canada and is engaged in an international academic ministry of writing, researching, lecturing, and conversing with readers of his books. Brendan and Bob interviewed David back during our last presidential election about his best-selling book, Political Visions and Illusions: A Survey & Christian Critique of Contemporary Ideologies. Check out that episode by following this link. He is also the author of We Answer to Another: Authority, Office, and the Image of God. David Koyzis taught undergraduate political science at Redeemer University College for thirty years and lives with his family in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. You can purchase these books from independent booksellers Byron and Beth Borger at Hearts & Minds Bookstore. Order online through their secure server or call 717-246-333. Mention that you heard about this book on the Reintegrate Podcast and get 20% off. Thanks for listening! Please share this podcast with your friends. Your hosts are Dr. Bob Robinson and David Loughney. Go to re-integrate.org for further resources on reintegrating all of life with God’s mission. Get full access to Bob Robinson’s Substack at bobrobinsonre.substack.com/subscribe

    59 min

  7. 11/22/2024

    Navigating a Life in Flux with Michaela O'Donnell and Lisa Slayton

    Our work situations, family and friendships, and everything around us always change. How do we navigate through the fog of not knowing what will happen next and where we are ultimately going? This episode features two guests who can help us navigate a life that is always in flux. Leadership, career, and vocation experts Michaela O'Donnell and Lisa Pratt Slayton teach the practical skills needed to navigate constant change. Their new book is Life in Flux: Navigational Skills to Guide and Ground You in an Ever-Changing World (Baker Books, 2024).  Scroll down to learn about Lisa Slayton and Michaela O’Donnell. Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite app! Michaela O’Donnell & Lisa Pratt Slayton Michaela O'Donnell, PhD, is the Executive Director of Fuller Seminary's Max De Pree Center for Leadership. She is a sought-after speaker and consultant who regularly presents on the topics of vocation, career, and leadership to religious, secular, academic, and lay audiences. Check out the Reintegrate Podcast episode from June 2023 when we interviewed her about her previous book, Make Work Matter: Your Guide to Meaningful Work in a Changing World. Lisa Pratt Slayton is the Founding Partner and CEO of Tamim Partners, providing coaching and consulting to executives, businesses, nonprofits, and churches. She also serves as the Director for CityGate, a collaborative community of faith-and-work leaders who long for the transformation of cities through the everyday work of Christians and their organizations. Lisa serves as a Board Director for the Leadership Foundations Network. She also was a previous guest on the Reintegrate Podcast in April 2021. You can purchase this book from independent booksellers Byron and Beth Borger at Hearts & Minds Bookstore. Order online through their secure server or call 717-246-333. Mention that you heard about this book on the Reintegrate Podcast and get 20% off. Thanks for listening! Please share this podcast with your friends.  Your hosts are Dr. Bob Robinson and David Loughney. Go to re-integrate.org for the latest articles on reintegrating your callings with God’s mission and online resources for further learning. You can also find out about a Bible study book that you can use in your small group or individual devotions: Reintegrate Your Vocation with God's Mission. Get full access to Bob Robinson’s Substack at bobrobinsonre.substack.com/subscribe

    41 min

  8. 10/25/2024

    Becoming a Wise Leader with ULI CHI

    We have a wealth of information at our fingertips, but information is not the same as wisdom. Whether in business, spiritual life, or everyday decisions, we need wisdom’s guidance to lead with purpose and meaning.  We would do well to learn over their shoulders and through their hearts from those with real-life experience and deep resources for wisdom.  With decades of leadership experience in business, nonprofits, and Christian higher education, Uli Chi is just such a person.  Scroll down to learn about Uli Chi. Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite app! Uli Chi Uli Chi is an award-winning technological entrepreneur who founded Chi-LLC, a software company that develops 3-D virtual reality space planning and visualization software. Uli is the board chair of the Virginia Mason Franciscan Health System and lends his expertise to the advisory boards for the Benaroya Research Institute and the Virginia Mason Institute. He teaches for Regent College’s Master of Arts in Leadership, Theology, and Society and Fuller Seminary’s Doctorate of Global Leadership. He also serves as a senior fellow and the vice chair at the Max De Pree Center for Leadership at Fuller Seminary.   In his new book, The Wise Leader (Eerdmans, 2024), Uli shares what he has discovered in Scripture, through personal experience, as well as from art and literature: That the nature of wisdom is fundamentally relational and other-centered and that wise leadership is a righteous blend of power and humility.  You can purchase this book from independent booksellers Byron and Beth Borger at Hearts & Minds Bookstore. Order online through their secure server or call 717-246-333. Mention that you heard about this book on the Reintegrate Podcast and get 20% off. Thanks for listening! Please share this podcast with your friends.  Your hosts are Dr. Bob Robinson and David Loughney. Go to re-integrate.org for the latest articles on reintegrating your callings with God’s mission and online resources for further learning. You can also find out about a Bible study book that you can use in your small group or individual devotions: Reintegrate Your Vocation with God's Mission. Get full access to Bob Robinson’s Substack at bobrobinsonre.substack.com/subscribe

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How can we overcome the disconnect between our Sunday faith and the rest of our week? Every week, join David Loughney and Dr. Bob Robinson as they discuss the joys and frustrations of reintegrating every aspect of life with their faith and interview thought leaders and practitioners who are doing it. Bob is in his 50s and David is in his 20s, so they offer an engaging dialogue from different generational vantage points. If you desire insights into how to live an integrated Christian life, one in which you can better experience Jesus Christ and participate in what God’s doing in the world, this is the podcast for you. bobrobinsonre.substack.com

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  • Creator
    Bob Robinson
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    74
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    © Bob Robinson
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    Re-integrate

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